SanTan Sun News,11-7-15: business

Experimac gives new life to broken electronics

BY ALISON STANTON

Smart device owners who watch in horror as their iPhone sinks to the bottom of the pool or when their iPad falls on the sidewalk have a new place to take their broken electronics.

Experimac, which opened recently in Chandler, buys, sells, trades and repairs a wide variety of Mac products and also stocks parts and accessories.

General Manager Travis Breinholt said the large staff at Experimac is happy to work with customers who have had issues with their Macs.

“We can repair a MacBook Pro with a bad hard drive, an iPad with a broken screen, and we do a lot of water damage repair,” Breinholt said.

Breinholt’s friend Walid Kaakoush owns Experimac. Breinholt said the two of them researched Experimac, a company that started in Florida.

“We liked what Experimac does and so we opened here in Chandler. We are actually the first Experimac in Arizona and even on the West Coast,” Breinholt said.

He and Kaakoush have plans to eventually open more stores throughout the East Valley.

Although Experimac has not been open for that long, Breinholt said business is brisk.

“We are exceeding expectations, and Apple, AT&T and Verizon are even sending people over here,” he said. “We also help a lot of customers who have iPhones with bad batteries; this is one of our specialties.”

Experimac also carries a wide selection of pre-owned Mac computers, Breinholt said.

“We have a big showroom and we have 50 to 60 units here at one time. A few of

them are new, but most are pre-owned.”

Unlike other Mac repair shops that might require the customer to leave his or her iPhone, iPad or other device for several days while it is fixed, Breinholt said they can do most repairs while the customer waits.

“We have a nice waiting room with chairs and a television and we have a fridge full of water. The other night we had 12 people here watching the basketball game on television,” Breinholt said.

“We understand that people cannot be without their iPhones and so what sets us apart is the ability for our customers to come in and wait. We usually say ‘give us 30 minutes’ and we have a pretty big staff and there are always several of us here at a time. I just think it’s important to have the ability to provide quick service to people.”

In addition to helping customers with their Mac products, Breinholt said he and Kaakoush are dedicated to giving back to the community.

“We do a lot of sponsorships, including eight local soccer teams,” Breinholt said.

“We try to do our part. I was born and raised in Chandler and this is my home, so we try to put as much back into it as possible.”

Experimac is located at 4015 S. Arizona Ave., Suite 4, in Chandler. For more information, call (480) 207-1150 or visit www.experimac.com/chandler-az.

Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.

Startup Weekend aims to help budding entrepreneurs Kohl’s hiring associates for the holiday season

BY TYLER STRACHAN

Fledgling entrepreneurs with milliondollar ideas have to consider their first step and figure out how to enter the race of self-started businesses.

Gangplank’s Startup Weekend attempts to help these business people by putting participants through a series of activities and exercises that will guide, mold and critique their budding ideas.

The weekend-long event at the collaborative workplace begins on Friday, Nov. 20, and wraps up Sunday, Nov. 22.

According to the organization’s Public Liaison, Eileen Kane, business moguls from all walks of life will attend Startup Weekend, looking to better their chances at becoming their own boss.

“The participants for Startup Weekend come from our Gangplank co-working community,” Kane said. “College students, mid-career adults transitioning to work for themselves, folks with tech skills from our local companies who like to help out startups and in recent years, a larger percentage of women entrepreneurs.”

Most of the activities that take place during the weekend are team-based, constructive challenges that will allow the participants work with each other to get their ideas off the ground.

Each team works with an assigned coach to prepare a presentation for a panel of high-profile judges, who analyze and evaluate the teams’ presentations, and give out awards based on individual performances.

The valuable feedback and advice

received from the business mentors in attendance could be just what these aspiring entrepreneurs need to take the next step toward full self-employment.

For Startup Weekend organizer and HiringSolved founder, Shon Burton, this was just the case.

“Startup Weekend is pretty special for me personally,” Burton said via email. “I think it’s an amazing event with fantastic ‘startup energy’ that can immediately be sensed in the air. Also, this is where my startup got its start.”

HiringSolved, a database that allows employers to search through several job candidate profiles on the Internet, is the primary sponsor for this year’s edition of Startup Weekend, a testament to the impact this experience has on a good business idea.

Tyler Strachan is a sports journalism student at ASU. He can be reached at news@santansun.com.

About 50 associates are needed for the Kohl’s store at 1430 S. Arizona Ave. in Chandler to support seasonal business this holiday season and growth on www. Kohls.com.

“Kohl’s [nationwide] is hiring more than 69,000 seasonal associates to prepare for another exciting holiday season,” said Richard Schepp, Kohl’s chief administrative officer. “We want to ensure

we provide the excellent service and easy experience Kohl’s customers expect, whether shopping in stores or online.”

Hiring began in October and most jobs will be filled by mid-November. Holiday positions are also being filled at the company’s distribution and e-commerce fulfillment centers.

Info: www.KohlsCareers.com.

Orbital ATK supports U.S. Navy ship defense and fleet training

A target vehicle developed and manufactured in Chandler for the U.S. Navy has marked its 50th and 51st missions. Launched recently from the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico, Orbital ATK’s “Coyote” simulates supersonic threats.

“Marking over 50 missions is a major accomplishment for the program,” said Scott Lehr, president of Orbital ATK’s flight systems group. “The Coyote’s highperforming capabilities are critical to ensuring the Navy’s defense systems remain on the cutting edge and ready to respond.”

The supersonic Coyote target vehicle is based on a solid fuel ramjet propulsion system that is integrated into a compact missile airframe. Rail-launched from naval test and training ranges, the Coyote missions were conducted in a “high-diver” trajectory that reached speeds of more than Mach 3.5, marking the fourth and fifth successful

launches completed this year.

“We are committed to providing our customers with a reliable high-quality platform,” said Rich Straka, vice president and general manager of Orbital ATK’s launch vehicles division. “There is a sense of pride involved as we deliver cost-effective, robust and flexible systems that enable the Navy to train and be prepared for real-world threats.”

An initial development contract was awarded in 2000. Since that time the company has received multiple orders from the U.S. Navy, as well as orders from other foreign military sales customers. Approximately 120 units of the supersonic sea-skimming target missile have been ordered to date.

Orbital ATK employs more than 12,000 people in 18 states across the U.S. and in several international locations. Info: www. orbitalatk.com.

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Steren Electronics Solutions Plus Hobbies opens in Chandler

BY ALISON STANTON

Steren Electronics Solutions Plus Hobbies could be called a one-stop for all things gadget.

The Chandler store boasts a broad inventory of batteries for cordless phones and alarms; ham radio supplies; radio control drones, helicopters and trucks.

Ron and Carol Beasley recently opened Steren Electronics Solutions Plus Hobbies. Ron, who has owned a Radio Shack in Maricopa for 10 years, said people will find similar products at his new store.

“If you are used to buying it at Radio Shack, you can buy it here in our store,

except for cellphones, which are not sold here,” Ron said.

Steren Electronics Solutions Plus Hobbies sells a huge variety of products that appeal to customers with a wide range of interests and needs.

“We also sell computer supplies like routers and cat 5 cables,” he said.

Store personnel repairs computer repairs.

“Our slogan is ‘if we can’t fix it, there’s no charge,’” Ron said.

People who have purchased a television and need help mounting it on a wall at their home can come in to Steren Electronics for help, Ron said.

“We do home theater installations, television mounting and speaker systems with receivers,” he said.

“Even if customers didn’t buy their equipment from us, it’s OK, we will be glad to install it for them.”

People who are unsure of what they need to buy for a particular repair or project will get the help they need to choose the right items, Ron said.

“I like interacting with customers and getting to know them,” he said.

He said he believes in the acronym FORM—or family, occupation, recreation and message—when working with his customers.

“I get to know my customers and what they like to do and what they like to buy,” he said.

Ron said he is looking forward to meeting new customers, and he is proud to be a Chandler business owner.

“People get really excited when they walk in the store,” he said.

Steren Electronics Solutions Plus Hobbies is located at 4245 S. Arizona Ave., Suite 7, in Chandler. For more information, call (480) 883-7696.

Alison Stanton is a freelance writer who lives in the East Valley. She can be reached at Alison@SanTanSun.com.

Women’s mentoring program benefits local business

BY MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON

Every month, the Chandler Chamber of Commerce hosts a Women in Business luncheon that focuses on subjects that help area business owners and employees improve their careers and network with others.

New to this monthly event lineup is the Chandler Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Mentoring Circle, which meets before each monthly Women in Business luncheon. The Mentoring Circle officially kicked off in September.

“The Women in Business Mentoring Circle is a unique program that combines the benefits gained from one-on-one mentoring with those from working with a group of peers,” said Terri Kimble, president/CEO of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce.

“It takes place during the preprogramming portion of the Chandler Chamber’s monthly Women in Business events, held on the third Tuesday of each month.”

Kimble said that in the Mentoring Circle there is no designated mentor or mentee; rather, the focus is on sharing advice and expertise through peer-topeer interaction.

“This program was designed to include everyone, from owners of small businesses to employees of large corporations,” she emphasized. “It is more of an open discussion rather than a structured format, and participants of the program are welcome to discuss

any area of their career or business on which they would like advice or feel their expertise may benefit others.”

Last month, the Women in Business topic was “Public Speaking for Professionals: How to Lift Your Speaking Abilities to Greater Heights” with guest speaker Dr. Joel Martin. The lecture began at 12 p.m. but participants gathered for the pre-program Mentoring Circle at 10:30 a.m. The format is the same each month, with the next event set for Tuesday, Nov. 17, at SoHo63.

“Anyone who attends the Chandler Chamber’s Women in Business program is able to participate in the Mentoring Circle,” Kimble said. “Even though it’s called ‘Women in Business,’ men are more than welcome to participate as well. Women in Business includes preprogramming where attendees may choose to participate in the Mentoring Circle or a morning workshop, as well as a keynote speaker and a catered lunch.”

She added that the Mentoring Circle is beneficial because it gives participants the opportunity to seek advice for their own careers or businesses while also allowing them to share their own experiences with others.

“The Mentoring Circle’s combination of action learning, coaching and peer mentoring principles provides participants with a wider source of support and inspiration for idea generation and greater creativity in

problem solving,” Kimble said.

While the Mentoring Circle is only a couple of months old, the Women in Business monthly event has been in the works for a couple of years.

“In just two short years this program has grown and evolved into a fabulous tool for business leaders to learn, grow and make connections,” Kimble said. “We are very proud of our Women in Business program and look forward to continuing to provide valuable education and mentoring opportunities.”

Michelle Talsma Everson is a freelancer for the SanTan Sun News. She can be reached at news@santansun.com.

Upcoming events

• Women in Business on Nov. 17; pre-programming, including the Mentoring Circle, begins at 10:30 a.m., lunch and keynote speaker are at 12 p.m. at SoHo63, 63 E. Boston, Chandler. This event features Bonnie Mattick speaking about “Easy and Effective Meeting Facilitation Techniques.”

• Women in Business on Dec. 15; lunch and keynote speaker begin at 12 p.m.. No Mentoring Circle for this event; speaker is to be determined. For updated info, including price and location of events, visit www. chandlerchamber.com.

Sovereign Health Group’s Chandler facility receives accreditation

The Sovereign Health Group’s behavioral health treatment facility in Chandler has been given accreditation by the Joint Commission. Receiving accreditation reflects an organization’s commitment to meeting performance standards.

Sovereign Health of Arizona passed a comprehensive inspection that assessed the facility’s patient care and services, and evaluated all policies and procedures. The Chandler facility will continue to undergo routine inspections to ensure it continues to meet the highest standards.

“Our mission at Sovereign Health has always been to bring unsurpassed treatment to our patients,” said Tonmoy Sharma, CEO of the Sovereign Health Group. “I’m pleased with the Joint Commission accreditation for our Chandler facility, as it reinforces our commitment to our patients.”

Info: (866) 948-9688 or www. sovarizona.com.

Doing business

All Animals Pet Sitting

Owner: Jazz Morgan

Specialty: Provides love on your dog, cat, snake, skunk, horse, etc. Trained in pet CPR and first aid.

Unique features: Most pet sitters can take care of a dog or cat, but can they feed a live mouse to your snake? Also,

Sunny SnoBalls

Owner: Chance Bowersox

How long in business: Less than one month

Specialty: New Orleans-style shaved ice

Unique features: Sixty-plus flavors. Try it stuffed with Thrifty ice cream and a pretzel stick.

takes care of your home while you are away and gives your home that lived-in look.

Hours: 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Phone: (602) 315-0935

Email: jm@ AllAnimalsPetSitting. com

Website: www. AllAnimalsPetSitting. com

Hours: 12 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tuesdays through Thursdays; 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays; and 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Sundays

Address: 980 E. Pecos Rd., Suite C-4, Chandler

Phone: (480) 786-9582

Email: sunnysnoballs@gmail. com

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Email this information to business@santansun.com or visit www.santansun.com and click on the “Doing Business” form to submit.

RE/MAX Infinity agents in Chandler

earn

Five Star Professional standing

Three RE/MAX Infinity agents in Chandler—Dena Greenawalt, Dorothy Hovard and Mitchell Tabor—have been recognized by Phoenix Magazine as Five Star Professionals who provide quality services to their clients.

“Dena, Dorothy and Mitch are model RE/MAX sales associates and continue to rise above the rest,” said Bill Ryan, broker/ owner of RE/MAX Infinity at 2450 S.

Arizona Ave., Chandler. “We’re proud to have these professionals represent our office and this community and we look forward to their continued contributions.”

The award is presented to wealth managers, real estate agents, mortgage professionals, home/auto insurance professionals and dentists in more than 45 markets in the U.S. and Canada. Info: www.remax.com.

AT&T customers in Chandler will experience clearer conversations

AT&T has launched a high-definition voice service in Chandler, which provides crystal-clear conversations for customers surfing the Web at 4G speeds.

The service also provides a more natural sounding voice and reduced background noise compared to standard calls.

Callers need to be in a coverage area using an AT&T HD Voice-capable device with HD Voice set up on their AT&T account. There is no extra charge for the service.

Info: www.att.com/hdvoice.

Thanks for helping hearts beat longer

Heart Health Organization

Mercy Care Plan

Premier Emergency Medical Specialists

Wells Fargo Bank

Ocotillo Golf Resort

Native Air and Air Methods

Arizona Business Bank

Arizona Diamondbacks

Arizona Cardinals Barrow Neurological Associates

Tours offered at Ocotillo Health Club

& Spa Nov. 8

A one-day-only open house is being held 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 8, at the new Ocotillo Health Club & Spa in Chandler. Tours will also be given at the other two locations of the Village Health Club & Spa—Gainey Village Health Club & Spa and DC Ranch Health Club & Spa in Scottsdale.

In addition to guided tours, mini massages and product samples will be offered at the on-site day spa and salon. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided at the café.

A six-month membership will be a

contest prize offered to visitors who go on a tour, but current club and spa members are not eligible to win.

Locations have resort-style pools and indoor squash/racquetball and basketball courts, more than 150 classes offered weekly, including hot and traditional yoga, Pilates, spin and kinesis.

There are also programs for children, including an on-site nursery, summer fitness camps and sports programs.

The Ocotillo Health Club & Spa is located at 4200 S. Alma School Rd., Chandler. Info: (480) 656-0045

RE/MAX agent Kolb earns Hall Of Fame award

Becky Kolb, with RE/MAX Infinity, has received the RE/MAX Hall of Fame award, which honors successful agents who have earned more than $1 million in commissions during their careers with the company. Less than 23 percent of all RE/MAX affiliates have earned the award.

Kolb has worked in the real estate industry for more than five years and has extensive experience in active adult communities. Among Kolb’s list of achievements, she has earned the ABR (Accredited Buyer Representative), SRES (Seniors Real Estate Specialist), RE/MAX 100 Percent Club and Executive Club levels, and is a Multi-Million Dollar Producer in the Southeast Valley.

She is also president of Sun Lakes Oakwood Couples 18-Hole Golf League and has served on various committees in

her association, as well as community organizations such as the Kiwanis Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters of America and her church.

“Becky has been an integral member of our team and is more than deserving of this very prestigious award,” said Bill Ryan, broker/owner of RE/MAX Infinity. “Winning this award is a tremendous accomplishment. Becky continues to raise the bar in real estate, making us, and this community, proud.”

Edward ‘Ted’ Jones inducted into Hall of Famous Missourians

The late Edward “Ted” Jones, the visionary behind the Edward Jones’ one-financial-adviser-per-branch office business model and a conservationist who turned an abandoned railroad into a state park, was inducted into the Hall of Famous Missourians recently at the state capitol in Jefferson City.

Jones’ achievements and contributions of one of Missouri’s most successful businessmen and dedicated conservationist were recognized at the ceremony recently.

Born and raised in St. Louis, Jones recognized an opportunity in the financial-

services industry to serve individual investors throughout Missouri and across the United States. He created a branch office business model that set Edward Jones on the path to become a Fortune 500 firm with more than 12,000 branch offices serving 7 million clients across North America. There are several in Chandler.

Jones also was a conservationist who recognized the potential to turn a 225mile stretch of abandoned railroad into a magnificent state park. He was a generous donor and force behind the creation of Missouri’s Katy Trail, which is now a

Emergency room opens in Chandler, makes donation to Chandler High School

A freestanding emergency room has been opened by Dignity Health Arizona General Hospital at 1064 E. Ray Rd. in Chandler. After a recent ribbon-cutting ceremony the new facility donated $5,000 to Chandler High School.

“On behalf of our entire team, we are pleased to be a part of the Chandler community and look forward to continuing to provide residents with access to the high quality emergency medical care,” said Dr. David C. Morro, medical director of the new facility.

The facility is a full-service emergency room, licensed by the state, and open 24/7. It is staffed by board-certified physicians, emergency-trained registered nurses and radiology technologists and is equipped with a full radiology suite and

The new emergency room opened by Dignity Health Arizona General Hospital is staffed by board-certified physicians, emergency-trained registered nurses and radiology technologists. Submitted photo

segment of the Lewis and Clark National Historic Trail and the American Discovery Trail, and was inducted into the national Rail-Trail Hall of Fame. Because of his efforts, the trail now attracts 400,000 hikers, cyclists and joggers each year.

“Ted was a visionary, always able to see things as they could be,” said Jim Weddle, Edward Jones managing partner.

Jones is the 45th inductee into the Hall of Famous Missourians, which opened in 1982. The hall, which is located in the third floor rotunda of the Missouri State Capitol, includes bronze busts of all inductees, including famous Missourians

such as Harry Truman, Mark Twain and Walt Disney.

Edward Jones provides financial services for individual investors in the United States and, through its affiliate, in Canada. Every aspect of the firm’s business, from the types of investment options offered to the location of branch offices, is designed to cater to individual investors in the communities in which they live and work. The firm’s 14,000-plus financial advisers work directly with nearly 7 million clients. Edward Jones is headquartered in St. Louis. Info: www.edwardjones.com.

Sloot named southwest regional manager at Littlejohn Engineering Associates

Thomas M. Sloot, a certified professional engineer, has joined Littlejohn Engineering Associates as Southwest regional manager of the firm’s Phoenix office, which has completed numerous projects and has many clients in South Chandler. He has more than 30 years of experience in planning, engineering, entitlement, permitting and construction management of large mixed-use real estate developments.

general manager of TMS Management in Scottsdale. Prior to that he was general manager for Diamond Ventures and director of engineering and land development for Mobil Land Development Corporation. He oversaw the planning, engineering and land development of Desert Mountain in Scottsdale, an 8,300-acre mixed-use development set among six Jack Nicklaus Signature golf courses.

Sloot was formerly president and

Chamber events feature lunches, meetings for members

Throughout the year, the Chandler Chamber of Commerce offers a variety of luncheons and meetings for its members and the community. Events are held at the Chandler Chamber of Commerce office, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Suite 201, unless otherwise noted.

To register, call (480) 963-4571, visit www.chandlerchamber.com or email info@chandlerchamber.com. No refunds are available within 72 hours of the event.

Wake Up Chandler Mixer

7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11

Start off the morning by networking with other businesses. Bring business cards and brochures and give a 30-second commercial about your business. Door prizes are welcome. Advanced registration is required: $5 for members, $15 general admission. Walkins are an additional $5 the day of event. Registration admission is nonrefundable.

Burst of Butterflies, 141 W. Boston St., Chandler

Small Business

Counseling

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Friday, Nov. 13, 20 (every Friday)

Experienced business counselors provide free advice, knowledge and insight to help you start or grow your business. Small Business Counseling is available Mondays and Tuesdays at the Chamber office.

Public Policy

8 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Friday, Nov. 13

City Councilman Rick Heumann, and Christa McJunkin, senior water resource analyst for Salt River Project, will look at the water situation in Arizona. Registration required.

TechShop Chandler, 249 E. Chicago St., Chandler

Chandler Chamber Lunch Club

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Monday, Nov. 16

Network over lunch and help support a Chamber member restaurant. Exchange business cards and brochures. Bring a door prize, a guest and an appetite. $10 for lunch and drink, tip is included.

The Ivy, 1890 W. Germann Rd., Chandler

Women in Business

12 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 17

Keynote speaker Bonnie Mattick presents “Stop Wasting Valuable Time: Easy and Effective Meeting Facilitation Techniques.” Registration required: $25 for members, $35 for guests. Walk-ins are an additional $5 the day of the event.

SoHo63, 63 E. Boston St., Chandler

Holiday Enchantment Gala—“Taste of Chandler”

6 p.m. to 11 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20

A dazzling kickoff to the holiday season features local restaurants, music and live and silent auctions. Registration required. Donations are being accepted for the auctions.

Big Two Toyota Scion of Chandler, 1250 S. Gilbert Rd., Chandler.

Sunstate Plaza purchased by investment firm

Sunstate Plaza, an 18,815-square-foot industrial flex building at 1727 N. Arizona Ave. in Chandler, has been purchased by InSaf Investments, represented by Orion Investment Real Estate. The property is located just south of Warner Road with frontage on Arizona Avenue.

Darin Edwards and Andy Jaffe with Commercial Properties Inc. represented the seller, New Age Properties LLC in the $1.61 million investment sale.

“CPI managed this property for 10 years and we were extremely diligent on the leasing and renewals,” Jaffe said. “Once the decision was made to sell it, the owner came to us to get this investment sale underway.”

The initial phase of The Row project will include restaurants, retail and offices, with the potential to add up to 50 residences, plus additional space for a fitness center or yoga studio and a parking garage Submitted photo

Construction ready to begin on The Row

project

Plans have been finalized for The Row, a mixed-use development planned for downtown Chandler. Construction is scheduled to begin in late 2015. Led by Vintage Partners, a Phoenix-based commercial real estate developer, in partnership with the City of Chandler, the Row is located in the new Downtown Chandler Entertainment District.

The Chandler City Council recently approved an agreement with VPK to construct a two-story retail and entertainment center, on property located on the southwest corner of Chandler Boulevard and Arizona Avenue.

According to Councilman Rick Heumann, residents have been asking for entertainment activities in downtown Chandler for a long time, and the Vintage Partners project is an upscale concept that will be what he called “a great addition to the downtown.”

Slated for 4 acres, the 60,000-square-foot project will offer local and national dining and retail storefronts.

“With this agreement, the downtown community and Chandler residents will enjoy a first-class, one-of-a-kind

entertainment project that will further enhance our already vibrant downtown,” said Mayor Jay Tibshraeny. “This is a critical site for downtown and we’re pleased to see this project begin to become a reality.”

The Row was selected by the Chandler City Council following an open application process to determine the best way to develop the site. Along with Vintage Partners, project partners include former Chandler City Councilman Martin Sepulveda, RSP Architects and Kitchell Development.

The initial phase of the project will include restaurants, retail and offices, with the potential to add up to 50 residences, plus additional space for a fitness center or yoga studio and a parking garage.

“We’re committed to delivering a dynamic entertainment district to Chandler’s already vibrant downtown,” said David Scholl, partner with Vintage Partners. “Our goal is to bridge the gap between the historic downtown to the south and the more suburban area just north, to curate a unique, energetic gathering place with exceptional tenants that serve the community.”

Info: www.vintagevp.com.

Shea Homes begins model construction on Chandler condos

Shea Homes has broken ground on model construction for its new Carino Villas condominium project, located on the northwest corner of Queen Creek Road and Arizona Avenue in Chandler. The official grand opening is anticipated in the first quarter of 2016.

The single-story condos range from 1,313 to 1,935 square feet, with two- and three-bedroom options with two baths and attached one- and two-car garages. The gated development has a swimming pool with cabanas and barbecue and picnic areas.

“Entering the condominium market will allow us to provide options for customers that are looking for the quality that Shea offers without having the responsibilities for upkeep that come with a single-family home,” said Ken Peterson, Shea vice president. “We are looking forward to getting into the condo market and being able to offer our product to a completely new buyer.”

Prices for the 78 condos are estimated to start in the range of $260,000.

Info: www.sheahomes.com/Arizona or calling (866) 696-7432.