We sat down with City of Peoria's Director of Economic Development, Jennifer Stein, to learn about what is booming within her city's limits. From Amkor Technology's $2 billion investment to North Peoria's Innovation Core, she discusses current projects and the 5-10 year forecast and strategic goals for growth. Named the 2024 Economic Development Organization of the Year by the Arizona Association of Economic Development (AAED), the City of Peoria is not slowing down, with growing momentum towards expansion, construction and community. This episode is brought to you by Felix Construction, a water/wastewater general contractor specializing in water/wastewater infrastructure for the City of Peoria, the West Valley and the State of Arizona. Ready to grow your career? Find a speciality? Check out Felix Construction for your next move!

For our 30th episode, we sat down with industry expert, Joshua Simon, founder and CEO of SimonCRE. The Arizona retail market has rebounded since the pandemic and is experiencing continued consumer demand paired with steady population growth. Joshua talks about his strategic approach to this retail rise and how his company is developing and redeveloping shopping centers across the Valley. From starting SimonCRE at 25 in 2010, to announcing the 15.6-acre Roosevelt Commons in Buckeye in 2024, Joshua shares his journey, his grit and his passion for this complex, impactful work. Brought to you by National Bank of Arizona, a partner of SimonCRE, focusing on building long-term relationships with clients to help them grow their business. Tune in and hear the buzz!

This week, our hosts sit down with Ron Price, president and CEO of Visit Phoenix. In 2022, 19.5 million people visited Phoenix with an estimated direct spending exceeding $4.4 billion. Ron breaks down how those numbers continue to rise and how the Valley works together to be a sports, entertainment and luxury destination. With over 25 years in tourism, Ron Price joins Building Buzz to tell us just how he is elevating the brand of our ever-growing city and how Visit Phoenix is contributing to the State's overall economic growth and expansion. Tune and don't miss out!

This week we are joined by Lori Collins, director of business and economic development with the Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. 2023 was record-breaking year for the airport with an unprecedented number of travelers, not to mention expansion. Lori talks about the millions of people coming and going, the newly opened $30 million concourse and the neighboring developments of major aerospace companies. PMGA is taking off, positioning itself as a major travel hub with more plans for growth and traveler experience. Brought to you by Skybridge, a partner of PMGA, this episode will take you on a journey to all of the buzz!

We are back with another episode of Building Buzz, talking to one of the biggest economic forces in Arizona. Our guests sit down with Executive Director at Cactus League Baseball Association, Bridget Binsbacher, to discuss how the economic impact of spring training drives tourism, job creation and construction. With tens stadiums throughout the Valley and 15 Major League Baseball teams, the 2023 Cactus League season generated more than $400 million for Arizona’s GDP. We talk with Bridget about COVID-19 recovery, the leagues’ real estate footprint and predications for the 2024 season.

Suzanne Kinney is back with all of the Buzz! Our hosts sit down with Arizona Chapter of NAIOP’s President and CEO, Suzanne Kinney, to discuss what 2024 has in store. From understanding the importance of representing the various interests of the 1,000 member association, to navigating strategies for growth during a time of unprecedented economic expansion, this president and CEO is focused on the future. Tune in to hear from one of the CRE industry’s most respected leaders and learn about what you can expect this year from Arizona NAIOP!

This week we sit down with Clark Princell, President and CEO of Valley Partnership. Coming on board in 2023, Clark is focused on continuing the partnership’s advocacy for responsible development, using his experience in policy on the federal, state and local levels. Our hosts talk with Clark about key areas of focus for 2024 including water, transportation and adaptive reuse. Join the conversation and learn how Clark plans to carry out the long-lasting commitments of one of the Valley’s most prominent groups while adding his own, new and innovative methods to take action and get things done.

We're back with Part 2! Greg Barr, Editor in Chief of the Phoenix Business Journal, continues the round table with fellow PBJ journalists to focus on what's in store for 2024. Covering CRE sectors like industrial, advanced manufacturing, retail and healthcare, they discuss upcoming projects, prospects and what's buzzing in the dynamic regional growth of Arizona. Tune in and take a listen!

Building Buzz is back in full force for 2024! We start the year off by sitting down with Greg Barr, Editor in Chief of the Phoenix Business Journal, to reflect on the successes and challenges of 2023, and what we expect to see in 2024. Joining the conversation are two PBJ journalists covering CRE sectors like industrial, advanced manufacturing, retail and healthcare. In this round table, recaps and predictions are made about regional growth, projects and who is coming the state this year. Brought to you by our very own Phoenix Business Journal, this episode will start your year off with all of the buzz and keeping you in the know!

That's a wrap! With 24 episodes and over 1.5k listeners, Building Buzz finished the year strong! Join our hosts as they reflect on this past year and talk about some of their favorite moments with our guests!