Grand Canyon University is launching its first major fundraising campaign since reverting to its historical nonprofit status in 2018, seeking to raise money to support its mission of revitalizing the inner-city Phoenix neighborhood in which it resides. The campaign, which kicks off during GCU's 75th Anniversary Amethyst Gala celebration on Friday night, is … [More]
Banner Health Opening New North Scottsdale Health Center
Banner Health is opening a newly constructed Banner Health Center in Scottsdale. The center officially opens its doors to patients on Jan. 27 and is located at 7669 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Suite 220, in Scottsdale. “This health center in Scottsdale, like our other health facilities, is committed to providing comprehensive care for our patients and their families,” says Dr. Shiva … [More]
Pacific Hospitality Group Announces Groundbreaking of New Hotel in Downtown Phoenix
Pacific Hospitality Group, in partnership with Berger Holdings and JWG Investments, an affiliate of Sunbelt Holdings, proudly announces the groundbreaking of its newest independent lifestyle hotel under the Meritage Collection. The project broke ground on September 3, 2024, at the corner of Central and Adams in downtown Phoenix, with the new four-star, four-diamond property … [More]
Phoenix’s Central Station One Step Closer to Completion
Central Station redevelopment, the mixed-use, transit-oriented development project hosted a topping-out ceremony for the east tower May 23, 2024. This event marks a significant milestone in the construction progress of Central Station. Located in the heart of downtown, next to the historic Security Building, Civic Space Park, and ASU's Downtown Campus, Central Station is set … [More]
Much Anticipated Underground Cocktail and Live Music Lounge Opens in Scottsdale
Prepare to be swept into an era of glamour and intrigue as Tell Your Friends, a captivating underground cocktail and live music lounge, pulls back the velvet curtain on May 23 to reveal a sultry and opulent ambiance, curated craft cocktail program, elevated small bites and dynamic live music performances. Unlike any other nightlife destination in Arizona, Tell Your Friends … [More]
Phoenix City Council Refers General Plan to the Ballot
The Phoenix City Council referred the General Plan to the ballot for the next regularly scheduled election on Tuesday, November 5, 2024. Last week, the Phoenix City Council unanimously approved the General Plan 2025 Update, a comprehensive plan that will guide the City's development and growth for the next ten years. This follows recommendations for approval by all 15 … [More]
Samsung to Bring Mobile ID to Samsung Wallet in Arizona
IDEMIA, the global leader in secure identity solutions and the U.S. digital credential market, today announced the launch of mobile driver's licenses and state IDs to Samsung Wallet in Arizona, in collaboration with the Arizona Department of Transportation Motor Vehicle Division (AZ MVD) and Samsung. Starting today, Arizona residents can add their driver's license or state ID … [More]
UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona Selected to Continue Serving Arizona Long-Term Care System
Arizona Health Care Cost Containment System (AHCCCS), the state’s Medicaid agency, has announced its intention to award UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona as one of two organizations to administer its Arizona Long Term Care System (ALTCS) EPD program for individuals who are elderly and/or have a physical disability. UnitedHealthcare Community Plan of Arizona … [More]
Five Guidelines to Follow for a Successful Grant Application
Obtaining financial support through grant proposals can be a demanding yet fulfilling endeavor. With the correct strategy, organizations can distinguish themselves and increase their likelihood of acquiring helpful grants. Here are five guidelines from the Lerner & Rowe Gives Back team to assist you in creating an outstanding grant application. 1. Learn the grantor’s … [More]
ASU Expands Partnership to Offer Courses on YouTube for College Credit
Arizona State University, Crash Course and YouTube announced that they are partnering to offer a series of online courses for college credit that begin on YouTube. These transferable, credit-bearing courses are a significant expansion of the current Study Hall collaboration between the three organizations, which is aimed at breaking down barriers — including accessibility and … [More]
Joint Venture Partnership Buys 382-Unit Garden Apartment Building in Phoenix
FCP and joint venture partner Avanti Residential announce the $65 million acquisition of Omnia on Thomas, a 382-unit garden apartment community at 1645 E. Thomas Road in Phoenix, AZ. Omnia on Thomas represents FCP's third multifamily investment in Phoenix and the second time partnering with Avanti after an initial joint venture in Colorado earlier this year. "FCP is excited … [More]
Demand for Vacation Homes Is Now Below Pre-Pandemic Levels, Says Report
Demand for vacation homes has fallen below the pre-pandemic baseline for the first time in two years, with mortgage-rate locks for second homes down 4% from before the pandemic in May, according to a new report from Redfin, the technology-powered real estate brokerage. That’s down from a revised rate of 3% above pre-pandemic levels a month earlier, and 70% above pre-pandemic … [More]
Two of Arizona’s Leading Woman-Led Companies Make It Easy for Global Businesses to Establish Successful Local Operations
Arizona Land Consulting and ForeOptics, two successfully independent and female-owned companies, have joined forces to create ForeSite, a new turnkey solution that combines real estate selection with full-service operations and supply chain management for companies that are expanding operations in or moving to Arizona, specifically the Phoenix area. Due to unique and vast … [More]
Pioneering Water Co. Expands Into 21 States, Including Arizona
Lone River Beverage Company, the ‘Ranch Water’ early mover has had quite the year. This month, Lone River Ranch Water celebrates one year since hitting retailer shelves with the announcement of its entry into 21 new markets. Lone River Ranch Water is now available across Arizona, Alabama, Colorado, Kansas, Montana, New Mexico, Nevada, Oklahoma, and the Florida panhandle, … [More]
Electronic Filing Now Available for AZ Corporate Taxpayers
Corporations, partnerships, S corporations, and fiduciaries can now electronically file their income taxes to the Arizona Department of Revenue (ADOR). Legislation signed into law initiated a multi-year phase-in period for businesses required to file income tax returns electronically. The e-file option was introduced in 2020 for tax year 2019 and is now mandatory for … [More]
Gilbert-Based Global Wellbeing Co. Makes Healthy Contributions to People, Communities and Planet
By nourishing and uplifting hundreds of thousands of people and reducing its carbon footprint, global wellbeing company Isagenix International is making an impressive impact worldwide, as detailed in a new report. “Now more than ever, companies need to step up, give back, and champion sustainability so people around the world and our planet can thrive,” said Isagenix Chief … [More]
Workplace Culture Co. Launches Work-From-Anywhere Employee Wellness Benefit
Treo Wellness, a division of Johnson Health Tech North America, has announced the launch of a work-from-anywhere employee wellness benefit. Treo Wellness is now offering an affordable turnkey program that enhances the health culture and wellness resources for small to mid-sized employers no matter where their employees are working. "Digital technology is reshaping every … [More]
New Modern-Designed Bank Branch Opens in Trendy Downtown Area
A new Chase branch opens today in CityScape, the popular downtown hub in Phoenix. Chase recently opened a new branch in Scottsdale and continues to build new branches throughout Arizona, while this is the first new branch added to the downtown network in years. Branches are the heart of the company because they allow a connection with customers at life’s most important … [More]
