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Sun Orchard appoints two to executive leadership posts

By Carol Ostrow | Oct 3, 2015

Sun Orchard, a supplier of juice and beverage products to the food service and mixology industries with a growing product portfolio of natural culinary solutions, announced two key appointments today from its Tempe headquarters.

Mohave State Bank reports retirement of two founding board members

By Carol Ostrow | Oct 3, 2015

Citing a pair of longtime board members as “pillars of success” for Mohave State Bank, the firm’s holding company announced yesterday in Lake Havasu City the recent retirement of two key leaders.

MedPro Waste Disposal teams with Arizona Pharmacy Association for exclusive member services

By Carol Ostrow | Oct 3, 2015

Under an agreement with the Arizona Pharmacy Association (APA), MedPro Waste Disposal LLC has become the association’s preferred provider of medical waste disposal, pharmaceutical disposal and OSHA compliance training services, MedPro announced today from Naperville, Illinois, headquarters.

Arizona Public Service retains AECOM for Four Corners power plant retrofit

By Carol Ostrow | Oct 1, 2015

California firm to engineer, procure and construct plant equipment for New Mexico station

Arizona breweries score big at Great American Beer Festival

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 30, 2015

The Arizona Craft Brewers Guild announced that of over 1,500 entrants vying for 275 awards, four Arizona breweries won medals at the Great American Beer Festival Saturday in Denver.

APS agrees not to raise rates if 'cost of service' hearings on solar power are held

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 28, 2015

In fairness to customers and to uphold Arizona's leadership in solar power, Arizona Public Service Company (APS) asked the Arizona Corporation Commission (ACC) late last week to hold “cost of service” hearings, postponing its previously requested grid-access fee increase.

Bank 34 expands in Arizona and names new director

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 28, 2015

Mortgage lending specialist Bank 34 said it has opened new branches in Arizona and New Mexico and named Jim Lyddon as director of residential lending to oversee the expansion. "This strategic step is consistent with our 80-year history of continually seeking to prudently expand our mortgage financing footprint geographically and competitively,” Bank 34 CEO Jill Gutierrez said.

Metso comes to Mesa, reflecting commitment to customer proximity

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 27, 2015

Metso Corp., a Finnish mining and aggregates industries and flow control firm, launched a Mesa, Arizona office with a grand opening Sept. 18 officiated by Metso's President for Mining and Aggregates Services Perttu Louhiluoto.

Nobilis Health expands hospital network to Phoenix area

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 25, 2015

Nobilis Health Corp. announced today its intention to jointly own and oversee the former Freedom Pain Hospital located in Scottsdale, Arizona, significantly expanding its presence in the American Southwest.

Tombstone Exploration Corp. stakes further territory in Yuma County

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 25, 2015

Scottsdale-based Tombstone Exploration Corp. announced today that as it stakes additional lands in Yuma County, Arizona, the company has appointed geologist Rob McEwen as vice president of exploration in conjunction with its expansion.

BAE Systems to ramp up production of lightweight body armor

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 24, 2015

Phoenix facility will manufacture armor for U.S. Army as part of $45 million contract.

Certive Solutions expands growth strategy through health care industry

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 24, 2015

Arizona-based company plans to cash in on U.S. health care reform.

Phoenix mayor co-hosts “Beyond Traffic” forum

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 24, 2015

To discuss America’s infrastructure, Transportation Deputy Secretary Victor Mendez and Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton today hosted the second of 11 nationwide regional forums on the "Beyond Traffic" framework at Phoenix’s Steele Indian School Park.

CellTrust a finalist for Arizona Technology Council award

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 21, 2015

Scottsdale mobile communication provider recognized as an innovative small business.

Sulphur Springs Valley Electric Coop agrees to purchase deal for new solar plant

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 21, 2015

California's SunPower to construct 20-megawatt solar photovoltaic plant in Cochise County.

100,000 Opportunities Initiative brings nationwide youth hiring campaign to Phoenix

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 20, 2015

Following 100,000 Opportunities Initiative’s successful premiere Opportunity Fair & Forum last month, the group today announced its plan to repeat the event in Phoenix on Oct. 30.

Dickey's Barbecue Pit fires up for Arizona expansion

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 20, 2015

Fast-growing plans for slow-smoked barbecue will fuel Arizona’s dining choices as Dallas-based Dickey's Barbecue Pit expands to the Grand Canyon State with plans for four Phoenix-area locations, the company announced Tuesday.

Arizona Manufacturers Council supports funding for career and technical education

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 19, 2015

Arizona Manufacturers Council Chairman Steve Macias praises Gov. Doug Ducey’s adept promotional and organizational skills for Arizona businesses, and asks constituents to consider the importance of support for career and technical education, stating that underfunded programs cannot provide enough skilled workers to satisfy the state’s expanding technical and manufacturing sectors.

Spindle, unified commerce provider, to acquire Catalyst Business Development

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 18, 2015

Commerce solutions provider Spindle recently announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire specific assets of Catalyst Business Development Inc., a Scottsdale-based provider of payment gateway services, sales and software solutions.

Stephanie Dowling joins Arizona Office of Tourism

By Carol Ostrow | Sep 17, 2015

Stephanie Dowling has joined the the Arizona Office of Tourism’s executive marketing team as deputy director of the state's travel destination marketing agency, to focus on strategic advertising and PR development, AOT announced Wednesday in Phoenix.

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