HOT TOPICS

Pentagon Selects Arizona University for New War, Strategy Master’s Program
Arizona State University has been selected by the Department of War to offer a new master’s degree in war and strategy, using intensive seminars, wargames and rigorous coursework to train our nation’s greatest minds in military and defense strategy. Beginning this fall in Washington, D.C., the program will offer up to 24 degrees annually and will prepare active-duty … [More]

Food Manufacturer Opens 126K SF Plant in Phoenix
United Foods International (UFI), alongside the City of Phoenix, state and local leaders, and regional partners celebrated the grand opening of UFI’s new 126,000-square-foot manufacturing facility at the Envision Dobbins 202 West Industrial Park in Phoenix, Arizona. The new facility strengthens Phoenix’s position as a leading hub for manufacturing and distribution … [More]

Security Tech Co. Plans Spin-Off of Distribution Segment
Resideo Technologies, Inc., a leading global manufacturer, developer, and distributor of technology-driven sensing and controls products and solutions for residential and commercial end-markets, provided an update on its planned spin-off of its ADI Global Distribution business. The update includes the filing of the Form 10 registration statement with the U.S. … [More]

AI Healthcare Operations Co. Raises $21M to Scale
Basata, the AI company rebuilding the operational layer of US healthcare, announced a $21 million Series A led by Basis Set Ventures, with participation from Cowboy Ventures, PHX Ventures, Zenda Capital, and Victoria Treyger. The round brings total funding to $24.5 million. Basata's AI agents handle the administrative work still running on fax machines and phone … [More]

National Insurance Brokerage Expands in Phoenix with Acquisition
Inszone Insurance Services, a rapidly growing national provider of commercial, personal, and benefits insurance, is pleased to announce the acquisition of Coriano & Riesop Insurance, LLC, commonly known as Coriano Insurance Agency. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, this acquisition adds a dynamic, highly rated team to Inszone's expanding footprint in the … [More]

Valley-Based Edible Dough Brand Names Chief Operating Officer
Doich, the functional snacking dough brand, has appointed David Kurd as Chief Operating Officer, marking a key step in the company's continued expansion. His appointment comes as Doich accelerates its retail expansion, including recent launches in Minnesota's Lunds & Byerlys and Chicagoland's Jewel-Osco at the end of May, strengthening its presence in Midwest … [More]
TOP STORIES

Nuclear Startup Expands into Phoenix with CLO Appointment
NuCube Energy, Inc., a developer of high-temperature modular microreactors, announced the establishment of its initial on-the-ground presence in Phoenix and the appointment of Michael Green as Chief Legal Officer. The expansion follows NuCube's recent award under the U.S. Department of Energy Gateway for Accelerated Innovation in Nuclear (GAIN) program, and builds on … [More]

SRP Inks Deal to More Than Double Solar Capacity
Salt River Project announced an agreement with NextEra Energy Resources to develop 3,000 megawatts (MW) of new solar generation by the end of 2034, or enough capacity to power 595,000 Arizona homes. The solar development agreement will support SRP’s plan to more than double the capacity of its power system by 2035 while maintaining reliability and affordability and … [More]

Glendale Bank Parent Agrees to $130M Sale
BNCCORP, INC. and its wholly owned subsidiary, BNC National Bank announced it has signed a definitive agreement to be acquired by OppFi Inc., a tech-enabled digital finance platform, in a cash and stock transaction valued at approximately $130 million. The transaction brings together two complementary, market-leading businesses, combining OppFi's sophisticated … [More]

Long-Delayed One Camelback Project Advances toward 2026 Completion
After years of speculation and a high-profile ownership reset, One Camelback is no longer a question mark on the Uptown skyline. It is a construction site in motion. Kinella Capital, LLC, led by developer TK Stratton, has reached several key milestones at the long-stalled office-to-residential conversion, signaling that one of Phoenix’s most talked-about projects … [More]
FEATURED STORIES

Federal Reclassification Reshapes Risks for Medical Marijuana Businesses
Through June 22, 2026, state-licensed medical marijuana licensees have a short window to register with the DEA to handle medical marijuana under the new federal Schedule III framework. To register or not to register? That is the question. Following the April 23, 2026, federal rescheduling order, DEA is calling on state-licensed medical marijuana cultivators, … [More]

Small Business Lending: A Guide to Applying for a Loan
The truth about bankers is that we love nothing more than helping people turn their dreams into reality. We entered this line of work to help others reach their financial goals and find their individual path to success. For many, that means opening and running a successful business. For business owners who are ready to take their company to the next level, we’ve … [More]

The Hidden Cost of ‘Making Do’ with Legacy Systems
Despite the positive influence technology can have on business, many delay technology upgrades to manage costs. But outdated systems often create hidden or unexpected expenses that are far more disruptive than the investment required to modernize. These costs can show up as downtime that interrupts customer interactions, missed sales opportunities caused by slow or … [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

JINYA Ramen Explodes with Diversity
“Irasshai!” There’s no mistaking the hospitality as every guest is welcomed with this Japanese greeting upon entering the restaurant. And the “Arigato” when they leave expresses appreciation for their visit. That’s only to be expected. After all, opening a ramen bar was the expressed dream come true for Daradee Olson, who fell in love with the dish in its many … [More]

Assets … Risk … Catch the New CAPTCHA Scam?
We’ve all seen those “CAPTCHA” boxes that ask us to click on pictures of traffic lights or crosswalks to prove we aren’t a robot. Scammers are using a convincing CAPTCHA scam to trick us into handing over the keys to our computers. Usually, a security check just asks us to click a button. However, in this new “bait-and-switch” scam, the webpage says there’s an error … [More]

2026 Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 SUV
The Mercedes-Benz GLE 450 4MATIC remains one of the clearest examples of what the midsize luxury SUV segment is supposed to do. It has real power, substantial interior space, and the kind of road presence buyers in this category still expect, but it does not try to turn itself into something more extreme than it needs to be. The turbocharged inline-six gives it … [More]
PHILANTHROPY
Babbo Supports Pancreatic Cancer Research
Babbo Italian Eatery recently hosted its fifth annual Baseball for Babbo Day of Giving, with all seven Valley locations donating 100% of profits to the Seena Magowitz Foundation in … [More]
Studio North America Donates Event Services
The Studio North America recently helped fuel Phoenix Children’s Foundation’s philanthropic mission by serving as the official event producer for the foundation’s signature … [More]
Arizona Association of REALTORS® Donates to Housing Fund
The Arizona Association of REALTORS® has awarded a $29,000 donation to the Arizona Housing Fund, with $14,000 of the donation funded from proceeds of AAR’s Homes for All specialty … [More]
POSITIONS

Former SRP Executive Joins Valleywise Health Governing Board
The Maricopa County Special Health Care District Board of Directors has unanimously voted to appoint Kelly Barr to fill a vacancy on the board that oversees Valleywise Health, … [More]

MedTech Manufacturer Names New COO
Confluent Medical Technologies, Inc., a medical device and materials science contract manufacturer specializing in Nitinol and polymer components, announced that Tom Testa, has … [More]

Health Screening Co. Names CMO
Outfront Health, a provider of physician-guided preventive health screenings, announced the appointment of Dr. Shane Speirs, MD, MBA, as Chief Medical Officer. In this role, Dr. … [More]
ACHIEVEMENTS

Employee-Owned Construction Co. Celebrates 40 Years
A.R. Mays Construction, one of Arizona’s most established commercial general contractors, is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year. Founded in 1986 by Adam Mays, the company … [More]
Local PR Firm Named a ‘Best in U.S.’
Scottsdale-based 10 to 1 Public Relations, a public relations firm offering strategic communications services, has been named by Provoke Media to its annual list of the 100 Best … [More]
Local Bar Manager a Bartending Contender
Undertow Gilbert Bar Manager Krissy Shelberg has qualified for the national finals of Speed Rack, the internationally recognized high-speed bartending competition that celebrates … [More]
















