HOT TOPICS

Healthcare Procurement Platform Raises $3M to Scale following Record Growth Year
In Revenue Capital, the first operator-immersive venture capital firm, announced its participation in a $3 million funding round for Helia Care, alongside Habanero Ventures. The round caps off a record growth year for Helia’s revolutionary network for bill-only medical device procurement within health systems, suppliers, and distributors. With this investment, Helia … [More]

Elevated Mexican Restaurant Opens at Park West in Peoria
Santo Agave, a restaurant serving elevated Mexican cuisine, is opening in Peoria this February. It will be located at 9832 W. Northern Ave., at the Park West shopping center. Owned by longtime restaurateur Damian Rangel, Santo Agave reimagines traditional Mexican dishes with a modern twist, served in a warm, high-energy atmosphere inspired by the vibrant spirit and … [More]

237-Unit Affordable Community Underway in Downtown
The City of Phoenix and its partners celebrated the groundbreaking of The Moreland, a transformative 237-unit housing community that will bring much needed affordable and workforce housing to downtown. This milestone reflects another step in the City's commitment to creating housing that is accessible, dignified, and designed for Phoenix families. "With The … [More]

Boutique Luxury Home Community Breaks Ground in Scottsdale
Phoenix-based Curve Development announced the groundbreaking of its newest project, Quarter at Palm Scottsdale, a collection of 25 luxury single-family homes located at the corner of Palm Lane and 74th Street in Scottsdale, Arizona. This new for-sale community marks Curve Development's official entry into the single-family residential market and will bring fresh, … [More]

Founder of Valley Brunch Destination Launches Taco Concept
Dana Dumas, the founder and CEO of SugarJam The Southern Kitchen, unveiled her newest culinary venture: Soul Fire Tacos. Under the portfolio of Dumas’ restaurant group, SJ Concepts, LLC., Soul Fire Tacos is a bold, culture-driven taco house set to open on Feb. 21 in the Scottsdale Airpark. Located a few doors down from SugarJam The Southern Kitchen at N. Hayden Road. … [More]

National Accounting Firm Names First CFO as Growth Accelerates
REDW Advisors & CPAs, a nationally recognized accounting and advisory firm celebrating more than 70 years of growth and innovation, announced the appointment of Maxwell S. Kagan as the firm’s first-ever Chief Financial Officer. “The creation of the Chief Financial Officer role marks a significant milestone in REDW’s evolution as the firm continues to expand in … [More]
TOP STORIES

Retail Veteran Behind Spanx, Avon and Tupperware to Lead Scottsdale Hearing Tech Co.
Audien Hearing, a leader in accessible, high-performance hearing solutions, announced that Laurie Ann Goldman, a proven and recognized chief executive and brand builder, has been appointed Chief Executive Officer, leading the company through its next phase of growth and transformation. Audien is the No. 1-selling hearing solutions provider in the world, with more … [More]

Kroger Announces New Fry’s Leadership amid Multi-Brand Reshuffle
The Kroger Co. announced several appointments of experienced enterprise leaders to new retail roles and expanded responsibilities. Monica Garnes, currently president of the Fry's Division, has been promoted to president of the Atlanta Division. Garnes began her career with Kroger in 1995 in the Columbus Division. She held a variety of leadership roles in her 31-year … [More]

Sam Fox’s Concept-House Names New Executive Leadership ahead of National Push
Author & Edit Hospitality, the hospitality company founded by hotelier and restaurateur Sam Fox, has appointed hospitality veteran Geoff Gray (Pictured Left) president as the company enters a new phase of national growth. The appointment follows sustained success at Author & Edit’s flagship properties, The Global Ambassador in Phoenix and The Twelve Thirty … [More]

Valley Asian Dining Giant Names New CMO to Guide Brand Evolution
P.F. Chang's, announced the appointment of Holly Smith as Chief Marketing Officer. In this strategic role, Smith will guide the evolution of P.F. Chang's brand, driving deeper connections with guests, inspiring creativity across campaigns, and strengthening the company's market presence. She will report directly to P.F. Chang's Chief Executive Officer and President, … [More]
FEATURED STORIES

Phoenix Office Market Posts Strongest Quarter Since 2019
The Greater Phoenix office market's fourth quarter 2025 posted its strongest net absorption since fourth quarter 2019, totaling 531,893 square feet. The uptick in net absorption and 10-year low construction activity led to a decline in direct vacancy to 15.1 percent, according to a report released by Colliers. The Greater Phoenix office market finished 2025 with … [More]

2026 Carrier Rate Hikes: A Margin Crisis for Ecommerce
As UPS, FedEx, and other major carriers roll out their 2026 rate structures, the ecommerce landscape faces a critical inflection point. With headline General Rate Increases of 5.9% masking effective increases of 10–20% due to surcharges, shipping has ceased to be a simple operational expense. It has evolved into a core component of Cost of Goods Sold (COGS), … [More]

Middle Market Performance Reflects Measured Optimism
Middle market performance in 2025 reflects a year of stability and incremental improvement following earlier fluctuations. Revenue growth dipped mid‑year but rebounded modestly in Q4, demonstrating resilience despite softer hiring trends. Most companies continued to report year‑over‑year revenue gains, with expectations for future growth trending upward. Average … [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

The Generosity Commission
The number of Americans who volunteer in civic organizations and who give to nonprofits has plummeted in recent years, with as many as 20 million households dropping out of giving … [More]

How the Tempe Diablos Turned Civic Pride into Lasting Impact: From the Ballpark to the Heart of Tempe
For more than half a century, the Tempe Diablos have demonstrated how civic pride, when paired with committed volunteer leadership, can evolve into lasting community impact. What … [More]

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]
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

Intel’s Lip-Bu Tan to be Honored for Impact on Chip Design
Lip-Bu Tan, Chief Executive Officer of Intel Corporation and former CEO of Cadence Design Systems, will be honored with the 2025 Phil Kaufman Award for distinguished contributions … [More]

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]
















