HOT TOPICS

Valley Metro Unveils Mobile App Featuring Enhanced Commuter Ride Matching Tool
Valley Metro Commute Solutions has launched a refresh of ShareTheRide.com, with the introduction of an enhanced platform that delivers faster, smarter tools for commuters while introducing new incentives for using alternative modes of transportation. For the first time, ShareTheRide.com will also offer Commute Perks: a comprehensive rewards program that … [More]

Stable Power Supply Positions Arizona as a Prime Market for EVs and Industry Expansion
A new study has revealed the US states least likely to experience a power cut with Arizona placing joint fifth. The study by Texas Electricity Ratings researched power reliability across all U.S. states plus Washington D.C. The analysis examined three main factors which included blackout length (SAIDI), how often they occurred (SAIFI), and repair times (CAIDI). These … [More]

Boutique Hotel Arrival Brings Fresh High‑End Dining and Nightlife Concepts to Scottsdale
The newly opened hotel in the heart of the Hospitality District, The REMI. Scottsdale, Autograph Collection, refines the city’s culinary scene with four vibrant food and beverage destinations that blend immersive design, crave-worthy offerings, and scene-setting energy. Alliance Hospitality Group (the group behind Sexy Roman in Scottsdale and Baltaire in Los Angeles) … [More]

Technology‑Driven Recovery Hospital in Development Phase for West Valley
For the first time in the United States, a recovery hospital built exclusively for survivors of child and young adult trafficking is being developed with real-time digital safety woven into every layer of care. In an effort to address the growing national crisis of human trafficking, Cyber Dive, a technology company transforming how families and recovery professionals … [More]

Celebrating 20 Years, Valley Legal Team Elevates Commitment to Giving Back
Lerner & Rowe Injury Attorneys is currently celebrating its 20th year. Established in 2005, the law office of Lerner & Rowe was founded upon the principles of quality representation and a dedication to client service and satisfaction. In conjunction with these founding principles, its legal team’s wealth of knowledge and experience in all aspects of … [More]

Home Price Declines Signal Power Swing Toward Buyers
The median home-sale price fell in 14 of the 50 most populous U.S. metro areas this week, according to a new report from Redfin, the real estate brokerage powered by Rocket. Oakland, CA saw the biggest drop, with a 6.8% year-over-year decline, followed by two Florida metros and two Texas metros: West Palm Beach (-4.9%), Jacksonville (-3.1%), Austin (-2.9%) and Houston … [More]
TOP STORIES

Phoenix Sky Harbor Celebrates 90 Years; Now Arizona’s Largest Economic Engine
America’s Friendliest Airport held the PAW-ty of the year to celebrate its 90th anniversary. Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego, Phoenix City Councilwoman Kesha Hodge Washington, and city and aviation leaders gathered to commemorate the purchase of a rural airport 90 years ago. That rural airport, Sky Harbor, was nicknamed “the Farm” during that time because of its location. … [More]

Landmark Scottsdale Hotel Lands $23M Loan for Rebrand and Relaunch
Lionheart Strategic Management LLC, an affiliate of Fisher Brothers that manages capital on behalf of third-party investors, and Schroders Capital, the private assets division of Schroders, announced that it has provided a $23.5 million mezzanine loan to Namastay Development and Hospitality Capital Partners for the renovation and recapitalization of The Monarch, a … [More]

Intel CEO Announces 15% Cut to Global Workforce
Intel Corporation reported second-quarter 2025 financial results. “Our operating performance demonstrates the initial progress we are making to improve our execution and drive greater efficiency,” said Lip-Bu Tan, Intel CEO. “We are laser-focused on strengthening our core product portfolio and our AI roadmap to better serve customers. We are also taking the actions … [More]

$200M AI-Powered Defense Factory to Bring 350 Jobs to Mesa
Hadrian, the advanced manufacturing company building AI-powered factories for America, announced plans to establish a large-scale manufacturing and software hub, known as Factory 3 in Mesa, Arizona. The 270,000-square foot facility represents a $200 million investment, which will support raw materials to complete mission-critical systems. Expected to be fully … [More]
FEATURED STORIES

Generational Divide Shapes Customer Service Expectations, Survey Reveals
Nearly half of U.S. shoppers say customer service provided by businesses is getting worse, according to results from the latest GoDaddy Consumer Pulse survey* – yet Gen Z and Millennials remain more upbeat than their parents' generations. According to GoDaddy's survey of 1,500 U.S. consumers, only 20% of respondents say customer service has improved recently, … [More]

July Job Openings Hit Lowest Levels since 2020
NFIB’s July jobs report found that 33% (seasonally adjusted) of small business owners reported job openings they could not fill in July, down three points from June and the lowest level since December 2020, though still well above the monthly historical average of 25%. In fact, 21% of small business owners cited labor quality as their single most important problem in … [More]

$33B Data Center Park Planned for Phoenix-Tucson Metropolitan Corridor
Arizona land developer Vermaland, LLC unveiled plans for a $33 billion data center industrial park that would become the largest such development in the United States, positioning the Phoenix-Tucson corridor to compete directly with Northern Virginia's "Data Center Alley" for tech industry investment. The 3,300-acre complex would support up to 3 gigawatts of power … [More]
LATEST ISSUE

May 2025 Guest Editor: Martha dePlazaola Abbott, Gensler
Office Transformation As the office landscape has permanently changed, the perception of work has changed along with it. Today’s modern office is considered a “lifestyle,” an experience that supports a myriad of workspaces that not only inspire and attract incredible talent but compel them to stay. There is no question that, ultimately, we come to the office to … [More]

Building Arizona: Critical Strengths and Challenges in Our Housing Market
Metro Phoenix is the No. 3 housing market in the United States, according to Greg Vogel, founder and CEO of Land Advisors Organization, who cites data from the U.S. Census Bureau showing single-family and multifamily permits totaled 45,000 for the 12 months through September 2024. Says Laura Ortiz, president of Evergreen Devco, “Demand, from a national perspective, … [More]
LIVE AND LEARN

6 Downtown Phoenix Buildings to Celebrate during Historic Preservation Month
In a city that’s booming with new developments, the historic places and spaces that are dotted throughout our streets can elicit a sense of mystery, awe and curiosity about days gone by. Downtown Phoenix may be considered a young city, but it’s also home to a number of historic buildings that add character to our streets, and give a glimpse into what life … [More]

Mad Hatter the Musical Premiers This Weekend
Long before Alice, there was the notorious Mad Hatter. Discover the tumultuous tale of his haunting backstory and follow his path to Wonderland, where the secrets of his transformation await in this spellbinding new musical. Audiences at the Herberger Theater Center will be the first to experience this vivid new musical production of Mad Hatter The Musical, which … [More]

THE MOORS at Estrella Mountain Community College Performing Arts Center
Inspired by the letters of Charlotte Brontë, this dark comedy about love, desperation, and visibility features two sisters and a dog living out their lives on the bleak English moors, until the arrival of a hapless governess and a moor-hen set them on a strange and dangerous path. Contemporary Queer playwright Jen Silverman has brilliantly crafted characters who each … [More]
PHILANTHROPY

Credit Union Invests $130K in Grants to Strengthen Arizona’s Workforce and Entrepreneurial Ecosystem
OneAZ Credit Union is proud to announce $130,000 in Legacy Grants awarded to three dynamic Arizona nonprofits — JobPath, Change Labs, and Startup Tucson — all dedicated to … [More]

Construction Co. Commits $150K to Two Arizona Nonprofits
McCarthy Building Companies Inc., through its philanthropic community impact program, Heart Hats®, recently named two Arizona charities, Ryan House and Arizona Bleeding Disorders, … [More]

Phoenix Children’s Celebrates $500K Pledge from Over Easy
Phoenix Children’s celebrated the partnership from popular local eatery Over Easy by officially naming the “Makers Corner” inside The Zone following the concept’s generous $500,000 … [More]
POSITIONS

El Mirage Mayor Named MAG Chair
El Mirage Mayor Alexis Hermosillo was elected as chair of the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Regional Council during the agency’s annual meeting. As the agency’s new … [More]

SmartRent Names Yet Another CEO
SmartRent Inc., the leading provider of smart communities solutions and smart operations solutions for the rental housing industry, today announced the appointment of Frank Martell … [More]

Community Bank Names Regional President for Arizona and New Mexico
Sunflower Bank is pleased to announce that Josh Wilson has joined the bank as Regional President for Arizona and New Mexico. In this role, Wilson has oversight of local leadership … [More]
ACHIEVEMENTS

Chamber Announces Recipients for 2025 Excellence in Business Awards
The Greater Phoenix Chamber has selected five Business of the Year recipients for its inaugural Excellence in Business Awards (formerly the IMPACT Awards), which recognize … [More]

Arizona Wins Fifth Consecutive Award Recognizing Best-in-Class Economic Momentum
In recognition of yet another banner year for economic development wins, Arizona today received a prestigious “Gold Shovel” award from Area Development Magazine in the 5-8 million … [More]

Chandler-Based Aviation Supply Co. Celebrates Quarter Century of Growth
AvAir, an inventory solutions provider for the aviation aftermarket, is celebrating its 25th anniversary. From modest beginnings, AvAir has expanded into an industry … [More]