HOT TOPICS

Glendale Healthcare Training Campus Names First President
Concorde Career Colleges, the healthcare division of Universal Technical Institute, Inc., announced that Mark Garland has been named Campus President of its new Concorde-Glendale campus in Greater Phoenix. "Mark brings a remarkable track record of building strong campus communities and delivering outstanding student outcomes," said Kevin Prehn, President of … [More]

28 MW Solar Facility Breaks Ground at Arizona Cobalt Project
EVelution Energy LLC, a U.S. critical minerals company developing the first commercial-scale, solar-powered cobalt metal and cobalt sulfate processing facility in the United States, announced the start of construction of the 28-megawatt (MW) solar facility that will power its planned cobalt processing operations in Yuma County, Arizona. Construction began with the … [More]

Multifamily Developer Names New Arizona Development Director
The Richman Group Development Corp. announced the appointment of Abby Perez as Director of Development for the Richman Group of Arizona, strengthening the company's affordable and multifamily development platform across Arizona and the Southwest. Based in Arizona, Perez will lead development initiatives across the state while supporting The Richman Group's … [More]

NASA, SBA Partner to Steer Capital to Space Innovation
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) signed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) establishing a strategic partnership to strengthen America’s commercial supply chain by expanding private investment in innovative small businesses. “To meet President Trump’s objective of securing American leadership on … [More]

Chandler Defense Manufacturer Expands Production to Ohio
Pacific Scientific Energetic Materials Company announced the expansion of its production capabilities to a manufacturing site in Solon, Ohio. The new facility is part of the company’s planned expansion to meet growing demand for precision energetics and safety systems in the Defense and Space industries. The Solon facility will create 75 new positions and become … [More]

Valley-Based HR Technology Firm Launches New Benefits Advisory Service
PrismHR, a Vensure Employer Solutions company and the leading HR technology software innovator for service providers across the U.S., announced the launch of PrismHR Insurance Advisory & Benefits Services, a new offering designed to help human resources outsourcing providers (HROs) and service providers deliver smarter, more strategic benefits programs through a … [More]
TOP STORIES

Tempe-Based AI Giant to be Acquired in $3.1B Deal
Schneider Electric, a global leader in energy management and automation, announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire 100% of Cognite Holding B.V., a leading provider of industrial data and AI software, in an all cash transaction valued at $3.1 billion. Industrial AI is shifting from supporting analytics to executing operations, from … [More]

Valley Chip Giant Makes $7B Bet on Next-Gen Computing
onsemi and Synaptics Incorporated announced they have entered into a definitive agreement under which onsemi has agreed to acquire Synaptics in an all-stock transaction, representing a total enterprise value of approximately $7 billion. The transaction value reflects a fixed exchange ratio of 1.350 shares of onsemi common stock for each Synaptics share and represents … [More]

Major Arizona Copper Deal Creates North American Mining Giant
Hudbay Minerals Inc. announced the closing of its previously announced acquisition of Arizona Sonoran Copper Company Inc. (“Arizona Sonoran”) by way of a court-approved plan of arrangement, pursuant to which Hudbay has acquired all of the issued and outstanding common shares of Arizona Sonoran, not already owned by Hudbay. Arizona Sonoran is now a wholly-owned … [More]

Arizona Healthcare Giant Announces CEO Transition
HonorHealth announced that Chief Executive Officer Todd LaPorte (left) will transition from his role in March 2027 following more than a decade of transformative leadership. The HonorHealth Board of Directors has named John Neil, MD, MMM (right), current Executive Vice President, Chief Physician Executive and Chief Strategy Officer, as his successor. As part of a … [More]
FEATURED STORIES

The Hidden $15B Market Powering the Modern Internet
For years, the technology world obsessed over cryptocurrencies, NFTs, SPACs, and AI startups raising hundreds of millions of dollars before shipping a product. Meanwhile, one of the largest infrastructure markets on the internet matured with almost no public attention. The global secondary market for IPv4 addresses is now worth an estimated $15 billion. … [More]

Three Questions Every Business Owner Should Ask Before Selling
With tariffs, oil price volatility and ongoing geopolitical tensions dominating the news cycle, many business owners are asking the same question: Is now a good time to sell? According to Mark Herbick, founder and CEO of middle-market advisory firm Pursant LLC, the answer depends far less on headlines than most owners assume. “A lot of people think that because of … [More]

Arizona Businesses More Bullish Than National Peers
Nearly 70% of Arizona businesses say they are prioritizing making investments over cutting costs, according to new data released today by Columbia Bank. At the same time, half of Arizona business leaders say they plan to monitor current pressures from tariffs, inflation and rising energy costs for at least six months before making major decisions. The findings are … [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
Lerner & Rowe Gives Back Builds on $1M Tradition
Lerner & Rowe Gives Back, the nonprofit arm of Lerner & Rowe Injury Attorneys, recently hosted its annual charity golf tournament and raised $1 million for Arizona … [More]
Burch & Cracchiolo Upgrades Teacher Award
The law firm of Burch & Cracchiolo, P.A. is proud to announce the next chapter of the “B&C Star Teacher Award” program. After a successful run honoring more than 60 … [More]
OneAZ Strengthens Community
OneAZ Credit Union recently brought together more than 150 business and community leaders in Phoenix for its third annual “Aspirations” event in partnership with Novle, where the … [More]
POSITIONS

Banner Health Names New Enterprise Growth Chief
Banner Health, one of the nation's few fully integrated nonprofit health systems, announced the appointment of Mark Whalen as executive vice president, chief enterprise growth … [More]

Public Aerospace Giant Names Next CEO
StandardAero, an independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services, announced that, after 13 years leading the Company and 45 years in the aerospace industry, … [More]

Arizona Tech Firm Names Interim CEO as Board Begins Search
Verra Mobility Corporation, a leading provider of smart mobility technology solutions, announced that Jon Keyser, who has served as the Company's Chief Transformation Officer and … [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]















