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Arizona Utility Cooperative Names Industry Veteran CFO

Arizona Electric Power Cooperative (AEPCO) announced the selection of Jasin Glasner as its next chief financial officer, effective May 11, 2026. Glasner succeeds Peter Scott, who is retiring after 15 years of dedicated and exemplary service to the Cooperative. Glasner brings more than 20 years of industry experience in finance and accounting, much of that time in … [More]

Arizona, Taiwan Investor Network Sign Deal to Expand Market Access

To strengthen economic and international ties between Arizona and Taiwan, Arizona will host a visiting delegation of 30 Taiwanese investors and higher education leaders representing sectors including semiconductors, medical biotechnology, aerospace, and artificial intelligence on April 13-17. Led by Johnny Tsai, President, Taiwan Aeon Corporation, the delegation … [More]

Regional Bank Expands Commercial Banking into Phoenix

Valley Bank announced the organic expansion of its relationship-focused commercial banking operations into the Phoenix, Arizona market. Phoenix is already the home of Valley’s tax credit advisory affiliate, Dudley Ventures, and this effort will further strengthen Valley’s presence in one of the country’s fastest‑growing markets. With this expansion, Valley now … [More]

Delta Dental Funds New AI-Powered Oral Health Initiative at ASU

Arizona State University and Delta Dental of Arizona are partnering to create the Student-centered Medical Instruction and Learning in Oral Health powered by Artificial Intelligence, known as SMILE-AI, at the Arizona State University John Shufeldt School of Medicine and Medical Engineering. The initiative, made possible through a $578,947 investment by the Delta … [More]

380-Unit Luxury Apartment Project Breaks Ground in Chandler

Stillwater Capital and financial partners Origin Investments and Eagle Realty Group are announcing the commencement of construction on The Ellison, a 380-unit luxury multifamily community located in one of the Phoenix Valley’s most dynamic and sought-after markets. Units in The Ellison will be available for lease in 2028. The Ellison kicks off the development of … [More]

Banner Children’s, Hyundai Extend Arizona Safety Partnership

Hyundai Motor America is extending its commitment to child passenger safety in Arizona through a second-year partnership with nonprofit Banner Children's at Desert. The $25,000 Hyundai Hope donation to Banner Children's Car Seat Safety Program will further expand access to car seat safety education and installation services for families across the East Valley. The … [More]

National Homebuilding Giant to Establish Headquarters in Tempe

KB Home, one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the U.S., announced it is relocating its corporate headquarters from Los Angeles to the Phoenix metro area. Beginning in spring 2027, KB Home will establish its new headquarters in Tempe, Arizona, bringing executive leadership and key corporate functions together in a more central location that will … [More]

Arizona Governor Appoints Two to Board of Regents

Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs announced that Dr. Michele Halyard and Steve Peru have been appointed to the Arizona Board of Regents. “On behalf of the Arizona Board of Regents, we appreciate Gov. Hobbs’ selection of two highly respected leaders in Dr. Halyard and Mr. Peru,” said ABOR Chair Doug Goodyear. “Their complementary backgrounds will add important perspective to … [More]

Leadership Transition at Bashas’ Parent Company Adds New Executive Roles

The Raley’s Companies announced the departure of President & CEO Keith Knopf (left), and the appointment of Owner & Chairman Mike Teel (right) as CEO, a role he previously held prior to Knopf’s joining the company. “After eleven fulfilling years of service, I have reached a natural inflection point, and having achieved significant milestones, chosen at this … [More]

$7B Halo Vista Project Breaks Ground Near TSMC

Mack Real Estate Group and McCourt Partners hosted a ceremonial groundbreaking to mark the start of construction at Halo Vista, a landmark 2,300-acre master-planned development in North Phoenix. Situated immediately adjacent to the Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) campus, Halo Vista is designed to be a premier global hub for science, innovation, and … [More]

Small Business Optimism Dips in March

The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index fell 3.0 points in March to 95.8, leaving it below its 52-year average of 98.0. The last time the Optimism Index fell below its historical average was April 2025. The Uncertainty Index rose 4 points from February to 92, well above its historical average of 68. “The 20% Small Business Deduction and other supportive small … [More]

Corporate Giving Takes Spotlight as BestCompaniesAZ Marks 25 Years

As BestCompaniesAZ celebrates its 25th anniversary, we are reflecting on the partnerships, people, and purpose that have defined our journey as a leader in recognizing Arizona’s best employers and workplace cultures. For 25 years, BestCompaniesAZ has had the privilege of honoring organizations that lead with integrity, invest in their employees, and give back to … [More]

AI-Driven Pricing Transparency Is Reshaping Competition in Phoenix

In a high growth market like Phoenix, where population expansion, business formation, and consumer demand continue to accelerate, pricing consistency has become more than a transactional detail. It is a signal of credibility. New data reveals just how inconsistent one of the region’s most common purchases can be. A controlled national test found price gaps of $9,221 … [More]

Data Centers in the Desert: W(h)ater You Worried About?

As data center development expands across the Phoenix region, questions about water use have moved quickly from engineering discussions to the center of public conversation. For an industry built on reliability and efficiency, the challenge is clear: How can digital infrastructure scale responsibly in one of the most water-conscious regions in the United States? Few … [More]

Artificial Intelligence Is Powerful – But It Cannot Replace a Lawyer’s Judgment

Artificial intelligence is rapidly transforming the practice of law. From drafting contracts to analyzing discovery, AI tools can complete in minutes what once took hours. For businesses under pressure to move quickly and control costs, the appeal is obvious. But as powerful as these tools are, they cannot replace one essential component of legal representation: … [More]

Tomu San Sushi Sets a New Standard in DC Ranch Dining

At the hour when calendars fill and decisions get made, a new kind of lunch scene is unfolding at Market Street at DC Ranch. Tomu San Sushi, the latest concept from Kaufman Hospitality, reads the room. Built for a midday crowd that moves fast but expects more, the restaurant positions itself between a reset and a power move: a place where deals, debriefs and … [More]

2026 Polestar 3

Polestar 3 fits into the same midsize electric SUV conversation as the BMW iX, Mercedes-Benz EQE SUV and Cadillac Lyriq, but it approaches the segment with a more restrained hand. It is quick, especially in dual-motor form, but the point is less about turning the vehicle into a performance statement and more about giving a large luxury SUV enough power to feel … [More]

Modern Messaging: Business Texting without the Friction

As businesses increasingly rely on direct, real-time communication, SMS has emerged as a practical channel for customer engagement rather than a secondary tool. For many organizations, the priority is not a complex communications stack but a reliable messaging that integrates easily into existing workflows and scales with demand. Sendblue is built around that … [More]