Mesa Business Builder

09/06/2026

Mesa Business Builder wants small business owners ready for the busiest shopping season of the year.

New data projects $1.4 trillion in holiday retail spend this year, with online shopping growing 2.5x faster than in-store sales. Meta's new Holiday Insights Center breaks down what shoppers actually want, and its companion Holiday Marketing Playbook offers real guidance on ad timing and budgeting before Black Friday hits, only 28 days before Christmas this year.

Read the full article to start planning now: https://my.mesaaz.gov/4yiMZVN

09/04/2026

Mesa entrepreneurs learned how to use AI in their business, not just watch it happen.

Gwendolyn V. Arrington, Founder and CEO of Arrington Innovative Solutions, LLC, led AI Unlocked at Mesa Business Builder @ the Studios. With three decades of experience in enterprise technology delivery, Gwendolyn shared real, hands-on strategies attendees can use in their own business, not just talking about it.

MBB @ The Studios regularly hosts workshops like this, helping Mesa entrepreneurs explore new technology, build real skills, and find tools that make their work easier.

Ready to build real skills for your business? From e-commerce to AI, see what hands-on workshops are coming up next at MBBTheStudios.com.

08/31/2026

Congratulations to Crust Simply Italian on the new Downtown Mesa location! We love seeing local favorites grow right here in our own backyard.

08/27/2026

Your best marketing tool might not be an ad. It might be your voice.

Public speaking, whether it's a panel, a podcast, or a local event, builds trust faster than almost any other growth tactic.

Entrepreneur breaks down five steps to get started, from finding your audience to picking your first opportunity. You can read more here: https://my.mesaaz.gov/4bXHjrJ

Not sure where to start? Mesa Business Builder help you find opportunities to share your story and grow your visibility right here in Mesa.

Have you ever spoken at an event or on a panel for your business? Tell us how it went in the comments.

How to use public speaking to grow your business and brand.

08/23/2026

Big news from one of Mesa’s own! Scott Jensen, Founder and President of Near Zero Outdoor Gear, just took home Outdoor Product of the Year at the 2026 Travel Goods Association Show for his Near Zero Adventure Bundle and patented DEAN system, making backpacking more accessible for first time adventurers everywhere.

"Receiving Outdoor Product of the Year is an incredible honor because it validates our mission to make backpacking more accessible," said Scott Jensen, Founder and President of Near Zero.

Proud to see local Mesa businesses making a national impact. Congratulations, Scott and the entire Near Zero team!

Ready to grow your own business? See what Mesa Business Builder can do for you at https://my.mesaaz.gov/4zvBqMg.



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08/21/2026

Business owners wear every hat. Receptionist. Sales team. Marketing department. Follow-up system. Scheduler. Invoice chaser.

And somehow the business still needs to grow.

Mesa Business Builder is funding up to 33 seats in a program that puts AI and automation to work, so business owners stop carrying everything alone. Weekly coaching from Automation Agency. Full AI platform. FREE for approved participants.

Applications are open now. First class starts October 7.

Learn more and apply at

The City of Mesa is investing in your growth. Mesa Business Builder is funding up to 33 seats in a program that puts AI and automation to work, with weekly coaching and a full AI platform, FREE for approved participants.

08/18/2026

Mesa Business Builder @ The Studios proudly unveiled its new CreatorSpace mural, created in partnership with Mesa Youth Creative Agency (MYCA). The mural celebrates the intersection of public art, entrepreneurship, and youth workforce development, standing as a vibrant symbol of Mesa's growing creative economy. The public is invited to view the completed mural in person during regular Mesa Business Builder @ The Studios hours: Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday from 8 a.m. - 5 p.m., and Wednesday from 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

08/13/2026

Congratulations to Handel's Ice Cream on their grand opening! Another great example of the retail growth happening across Mesa.

08/12/2026

Businesses build credibility one experience at a time.

The biggest driver of long term success isn't a single big win, it's showing up consistently with reliability, expertise, and authenticity.

Check out this piece from Entrepreneur on why credibility isn't just a result of success. It's one of the factors that helps create it.

Read it here: https://my.mesaaz.gov/4xAfVbl

If you're ready to build the kind of trust that keeps working long after the sale, visit https://my.mesaaz.gov/3TUadCL. We're here to help you grow, compete, and succeed.

08/07/2026

Something new is taking shape at Mesa Business Builder @ The Studios.

Introducing CreatorSpace, a space designed for small businesses and "Creatorpreneurs" to work, create and grow.

This space features a mural brought to life through a partnership with Mesa Youth Creative Agency , connecting youth creative talent with Mesa's entrepreneurship community.

Stay tuned. The official reveal is coming soon!

Discover what's happening at MBB @ The Studios. MBBTheStudios.com