West Valley View Business - 08.05.2020

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Volume 31 Issue 38 Goodyear, AZ

August 5, 2020

Business Briefcase

BY TOM SCANLON

West Valley View Managing Editor

IN THE BIZ

If you check in with Business Briefcase on even an occasional basis, you know that food is very important to this space.

As such, we celebrate the Goodyear opening of Sonic Drive-In—especially as this burger-and-shakes joint is a very pandemic-friendly operation.

The new Sonic at 85 N. Estrella Parkway (in Centerra Crossings at the intersection of Van Buren Street) features those iconic rollerskating carhops—a blast from the past, 1950s style.

According to the company, Sonic “is the nation’s largest drive-in restaurant chain serving approximately 3 million customers every day—whether they want a juicy burger, a milkshake made with real ice cream or a refreshing cherry limeade.”

According to a recent article by Top Data, “Since mid-March (when the spread of COVID became front-page news) Sonic—known for its 1950’s-esque drive-in style carhop service—has cemented its place as the preferred fast-food destination for diners who have ventured outside their home. Regional favorites such as Culver’s and Popeyes still have a loyal following in their respective home states and Taco Bell remains a popular choice, but it is clear that Sonic’s unique service model has likely played a role in pandemic-weary travelers looking for a bite to eat.”

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• BB readers know the Wisconsin-based Culver’s recently expanded (already in Avondale and Buckeye) to Goodyear.

Two words: cheese curds.

• Pandemic or not, Phoenix West is turning over one big deal after another.

The Goodyear-based company is as hot as the weather: Phoenix West closed 39 transactions in the first two quarters of 2020, totaling almost $6 million. Sales transactions totaled $2.3 million, and leases totaled $5.8 million.

It was the company’s best quarter—ever.

Phoenix West Commercial recently moved into a new office at 700 N. Estrella Parkway, Suite 205.

“The culture at Phoenix West Commercial is relationship-driven, so during the first few weeks of the COVID-19 Bobbie Mastracci, designated broker/principal of Phoenix West Commercial, is looking for more big deals after the company’s best pandemic we concentrated on quarter—ever. (Photo courtesy Phoenix West) getting details of the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and disaster Mastracci and her associate Whitney relief information to our clients and Davis sold an industrial flex building businesses in our community,” said at 2710 S. Litchfield Road, Goodyear, Bobbie Mastracci, designated bro- that was on the market for lease only. ker/principal of Phoenix West Com“The agent toured and said they remercial. ally wanted to purchase it,” Mastracci “Toward the end of May, clients were said. “We asked the owner if she would ready to move forward. ... We’re glad to sell. She said for $1 million. We nesay it’s not been all doom and gloom.”

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Hair salons, barbershops continue to serve customers

Masks are the rule at Blush Salon, Floyd’s 99 Barbershops, and other stylists and salons around the West Valley. (Photo courtesy Blush Salon)

BY KATHERINE CAMBERG West Valley View Staff Writer

Many have heard stories of what happened when hair salons and barbershops closed down to stop the spread of COVID-19.

There were botched at-home haircuts and dye jobs, and many people grew out quarantine beards.

Since being allowed to reopen, one of the biggest adjustments salons and barbershops have had to make is increasing safety measures to protect employees and customers from COVID-19.

Blush Salon AZ, a locally owned salon located in Goodyear, also had to pivot to allow for social distancing.

Closing down was difficult, but in response Blush decided to help promote other local businesses.

“Knowing that so many other businesses were going through the same thing, and possibly worse, was absolutely saddening and humbling, so we tried to make the best of it and do a giveaway contest and tried our best to include and promote local restaurants, bakeshops, etc., on our social media platforms,” Blush owner Erica Sayles

said.

Since reopening, Blush Salon has had to adapt to accommodate social distancing. Business has rebounded with the support of the community, Sayles said.

“Our community has been amazing and so understanding. We could not do this without the support of our wonderful community, and them entrusting that we are taking every precaution necessary to ensure their safety and the safety of our employees.”

V’s Barbershop has been operating in the Valley for over 20 years, with a Peoria location for 15 years.

According to Jim Valenzuela, founder of V’s Barbershop, “Our biggest adaptation was following the mandates of the state and instituting masks and other PPE (personal protective equipment) in store. We have really ramped up our efforts in cleaning, making sure that every patron receives a superior service in an immaculately clean station. ... Licensed, clean and pristine. It’s the new protocol we follow.”

The business has been impacted by the pandemic but has felt supported by

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the community.

“We feel incredibly lucky and supported to have some of the best patrons any barbershop family could have,” Valenzuela said.

Valenzuela also explained that some customers are acting cautiously due to COVID risks.

“With time, and hopefully the eventual ‘win’ against COVID with a vaccine, we know that business will slowly return to normal,” he said.

Floyd’s 99 Barbershop, a national chain with locations across the Valley, including Glendale, has also adapted to the pandemic. In addition to adopting new safety procedures, Floyd’s also responded by launching their Hair for You campaign. They gave back to the communities they serve by donating complimentary haircuts to essential workers.

“If you haven’t returned for a haircut, we’re here for you when you’re ready,” Floyd’s recently posted to Facebook.

“Know that with us, your hair is in good, clean hands.”

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Briefcase...continued from page 1 gotiated back and forth and landed at $950,000. The owner recently closed her business and wanted to hold the asset for rental income. It was a price she could not pass up. This was a win-win situation for both parties.”

So welcome to Goodyear, West Electric, the buyer.

With Amazon recently making a $20 million buy in the Camelback/303 area of Goodyear, Mastracci expects a

“trickle-down” effect: “You could expect to find companies that would involve supporting shipping industries, such packages, bubble wrap, foam, possibly competitor of UPS, etc.”

And the Loop 303 area from Goodyear to Glendale is only just beginning to develop: “You will also notice track home builders buying up land between Loop 303 and west to the White Tank Mountains. Many jobs are being created, which is increasing the demand for

housing.”

Phoenix West is just waiting for the clincher: “We would like to see large corporate headquarters move to the West Valley. We have the workforce and developers ready to put shovels in the ground.”

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