HOT TOPICS

Phoenix Advertising Firm Rebrands Amid Times Square and Chicago Expansion
Harkey Media, an independent out-of-home advertising company, has rebranded as FRAME OOH. Alongside the new name, the company is expanding its national relevance with acquisitions across the country. FRAME OOH has expanded its New York presence - anchored by the acquisition of 9 Times Square, and entered the Chicago market with the purchase of digital outdoor … [More]

$18.5M Mesa Industrial Sale Highlights Demand for Smaller Business Spaces
Commercial Properties, Inc. announced the sale of a 72,256-square-foot, three-building multi-tenant industrial complex located at 1610, 1660, and 1750 N. Rosemont in Mesa, Arizona, for $18,500,000. The transaction highlights the continued investor demand for well-located, small-bay industrial properties and reinforces the strength of Arizona's industrial real estate … [More]

500,000-SF Phoenix Hub to Anchor Distributor’s Western Expansion
S&S, a tech-forward leader in branded merchandise distribution, announced plans to open a new 500,000-square-foot distribution center in the Phoenix metro area, marking the latest step in the company’s ongoing investment to expand and modernize its North American footprint. Slated to begin operations in late summer 2027, the fully automated facility will expand … [More]

Gym Operator Continues Arizona Expansion with New San Tan Valley Location
EōS Fitness has expanded into San Tan Valley with the opening of a newly built, 40,000-square-foot gym at Skyline Ranch Marketplace. The location, which opened Sept. 30 at 1404 W. Hunt Highway, marks the company’s first gym in the community and its 47th in Arizona. The opening extends EōS Fitness’ Arizona presence as the company continues its national expansion, with … [More]

Long-Stalled Phoenix Office Tower Debuts as 163-Unit Apartment Community
For years, One Camelback has stood at the center of one of Phoenix’s busiest intersections, its glass facade and dramatic silhouette impossible to miss. But while the tower had all the makings of an Uptown landmark, its transformation into apartments stalled before it could become part of daily life in the neighborhood. That is about to change. One Camelback will … [More]

GPEC Welcomes New Members as Leadership Turns to Next Phase of Growth
The Greater Phoenix Economic Council released its annual report and announced 13 new members rolling onto its Board of Directors, joining the 11 board members elected midyear. GPEC’s governing board, consisting of 96 members, provides perspective from a distinct group of public and private entities dedicated to the growth of Greater Phoenix, helping further GPEC’s … [More]
TOP STORIES

New Taiwan Office in Phoenix Strengthens $21.2B Trade Relationship
Arizona and Taiwan celebrated another significant milestone in their expanding partnership as the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office officially opened its new office in Phoenix, Arizona. Governor Katie Hobbs joined leaders including Dr. Chia-Lung Lin, Taiwan Minister of Foreign Affairs; TECO Phoenix Director General Kevin Chiao; Ingrid Larson, Managing Director, … [More]

$6.4M Mesa Training Hub Opens to Strengthen Arizona’s Aerospace Workforce
Maricopa Community Colleges and Chandler-Gilbert Community College joined Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs, the Arizona Commerce Authority, and industry partners to officially celebrate the grand opening with a ribbon-cutting ceremony for Arizona’s first-of-its-kind Aerospace & Defense-focused Future48 Workforce Accelerator in Mesa, Arizona. “The Future48 Workforce … [More]

Major Scottsdale Luxury Resort Acquired by Tribal Investment Authority
San Manuel Investment Authority, an unincorporated governmental instrumentality of Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation, through its affiliated entities, announced its acquisition of Fairmont Scottsdale Princess in Scottsdale, Arizona. “We are delighted to welcome the staff and guests of Fairmont Scottsdale Princess into the portfolio of luxury non-gaming properties … [More]

Phoenix Pool Supply Giant Files Chapter 11, Targets 90% Debt Reduction
Leslie's, Inc., the largest direct-to-customer brand in the U.S. pool and spa care industry serving residential customers and pool professionals nationwide, announced that it has entered into a Restructuring Support Agreement with a group of its existing lenders that lays the groundwork for transactions that will significantly strengthen the Company’s capital … [More]
FEATURED STORIES

Phoenix Industrial Demand Holds Strong as Office Market Edges toward Stability
Greater Phoenix’s commercial real estate market is advancing at different speeds. Industrial properties continue to attract substantial tenant demand as new buildings enter the market, while office properties are showing modest signs of stabilization with nearly a quarter of space still vacant. Together, Kidder Mathews’ third-quarter 2026 market reports illustrate how … [More]

Why Mental Health Benefits Go Unused and 3 Ways Employers Can Help
If your business operates like many companies today, you offer employees a wide range of healthcare benefits. Ideally, those benefits help meet everything from routine dental and vision needs to more urgent medical care. But one increasingly common offering remains surprisingly underused: mental health benefits. According to research from the National Alliance on … [More]

The Marketing Accountability Gap Widens with More Spending Producing Less Clarity
Businesses have never had more ways to spend a marketing dollar, or more data supposedly proving those dollars are working. SEO agencies report rankings. Digital firms report clicks and conversions. Social teams measure engagement. PR tracks visibility. Paid media produces attribution dashboards. Now companies are adding another layer as they race to optimize for … [More]
LATEST ISSUE

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]
LIVE AND LEARN

Passport to Latin American Cuisine at The Mission Gilbert
Nestled in Epicenter at Agritopia, Chef Matt Carter’s acclaimed Latin-inspired restaurant transforms the midday meal into an experience rooted in bold flavor, warm hospitality and connection. What many don’t realize is that The Mission’s celebrated dinner energy carries seamlessly into lunch service, where guests can enjoy the restaurant’s signature sophistication … [More]

Heat-Blocking Technology for Arizona Vehicles and Buildings
As Arizona heads into another summer of triple-digit temperatures, protecting vehicles and homes and workplaces from extreme heat has become less about luxury and more about practicality. That’s according to Rogue Films, a Scottsdale-based company specializing in automotive protection and residential and commercial window tinting. Founder Matthew Stecker says many … [More]

2026 Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo
The Porsche Taycan 4 Cross Turismo takes the Taycan formula and makes it more usable without stripping out what gives the car its appeal in the first place. It still has the immediate response and planted feel expected from a Porsche product, but the Cross Turismo body changes the assignment. More rear cargo room, added ride height, and standard all-wheel drive make … [More]
PHILANTHROPY

$1.5M Sprouts Partnership Aims to Transform Arizona’s Local Food Economy
Local First Arizona, nonprofit champion of independent businesses and inclusive economic development, announced a three-year, $1.5M partnership with Sprouts Healthy Communities … [More]

$250K Investment Launches Walmart’s Multi-Year Phoenix Workforce Initiative
Walmart announced a multi-year workforce development grant in Phoenix as part of a broader effort to help workers build skills, connect to quality jobs and advance their careers in … [More]

$1M Gift Helps Nearly Double Healthcare Capacity for Valley’s Unhoused
Circle the City has received a transformational $1 million gift from The Bob & Renee Parsons Foundation to support the completion of its new East Valley Medical Respite Center. … [More]
POSITIONS

Phoenix Fitness Educator Turns to Former CEO as Trainer Demand Surges
The International Sports Sciences Association, a global leader in fitness and wellness education, today announced that Andrew Wyant will return as Chief Executive Officer, … [More]

Fitness Company Taps Entrepreneur behind 700,000-Customer Brand to Lead Women’s Division
Kaelin Poulin, the entrepreneur behind the women's health and fitness company that reached No. 4 on the 2019 Inc. 5000, is returning to the industry she left behind. After making a … [More]

Mesa Transportation Tech Firm Names New CEO to Lead Transformation
Verra Mobility Corporation, a leading provider of smart mobility technology solutions, announced that Jon Newhard has been appointed President and Chief Executive Officer, … [More]
ACHIEVEMENTS

Civilian Veteran Champion Awards Spotlight Women Driving Veteran Impact
Vanguard Veteran LLC recognizes eleven women as Civilian Veteran Champions for expanding pathways for veterans, transitioning service members, and military families through … [More]
72SOLD Founder Accepts National Appointment
Greg Hague, Phoenix real estate strategist and 72SOLD founder, was recently appointed director of Home Sale Strategy for Compass International Holdings, one of the world’s largest … [More]
Scottsdale Advisor Continues National Streak
Nayan Ranchhod, a Private Wealth Advisor with Ameriprise Financial, has been named to the 2026 Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list published by Forbes. The honor recognizes top … [More]
















