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Arizona artist spotlight: Carla Keaton

Meet Phoenix-based artist Carla Keaton featured in GPEC’s Perspectives of Greater Phoenix Exhibit For more than 25 years, Carla Keaton has quietly studied the people of Greater Phoenix, capturing life’s small, powerful moments through her paintings. Her work often centers on individuals in motion: waiting at bus stops, crossing intersections, or pausing on busy sidewalks. […]

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A Blueprint for Regional Resilience and Global Competitiveness

by Chris Camacho, President & CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council Greater Phoenix’s economic advantage is driven by deliberate strategy, cohesive execution and a clear focus on the future. Unlike older markets tied to historic industries and longstanding systems, our region has built its competitive edge across recent decades with a hyper focus on high-impact sectors […]

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Why Regionalism Wins: The Power of Unity for our Economic...

by Chris Camacho, President & CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council In today’s hypercompetitive global economy, markets that operate with alignment, clarity and shared purpose are the ones that stay ahead. That’s exactly what GPEC was designed to foster. For over 35 years, the regional model of Greater Phoenix has driven collective economic growth rooted in […]

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Ambassador Event: The Future of Startups & Entrepreneurship

How local founders and leaders are shaping a stronger, more connected startup ecosystem As Greater Phoenix continues to evolve into a leading market for innovation and entrepreneurship, the region’s startup activity has drawn national attention. With the seventh-most startups among all metros in the U.S., Greater Phoenix is home to a fast-growing community of founders, […]

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Ambassador Event: Perspectives of Greater Phoenix

How local art and collaboration are shaping community and identity in Greater Phoenix The rich diversity, creativity and lived experiences of Arizona were on display during the Greater Phoenix Economic Council’s opening reception for its new rotating art exhibit, Perspectives of Greater Phoenix. The event welcomed local artists, business leaders and community members to engage […]

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How Greater Phoenix Became an Economic Powerhouse—and...

by Chris Camacho, President & CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council Greater Phoenix didn’t become a global contender by accident. The region’s fertile ground was recognized early on, and with bold moves, decades of strategic leadership built a prosperous, future-focused market. The economic boom was marked by a population spike between 1950–70 when the widespread use […]

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Arizona artist spotlight: Jessica Rae Ecker

Meet Lakeside-based artist Jessica Rae Ecker featured in our Perspectives of Greater Phoenix Exhibit How does Greater Phoenix influence your art? I was born in the Phoenix area and grew up here for a good portion of my childhood. I have always loved exploring the desert mountain landscapes; they draw me back whenever I leave. […]

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Ambassador Event: The Future of Semiconductors

How semiconductor growth in Greater Phoenix will help disruptive technology scale In 1949, Motorola opened a research lab in Greater Phoenix, setting the foundation for companies like Intel, NXP and Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company (TSMC) to later establish manufacturing facilities for semiconductor chips and other vital elements of the supply chain in the market. Today, […]

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Five Bioscience and Healthcare Innovation Trends You...

1. Clinical Trials and Product Validation Access to a robust ecosystem of trusted healthcare providers and diverse patient populations is critical to validating new medical technologies. Reputable clinical partners help usher breakthroughs and advancements to the market in a timely fashion and establish product credibility — from wearables, like Fitbit’s cardiology applications validated at Mass […]

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Ambassador Event: The Future of Climate Tech

Advancing the energy grid and sustainability efforts through climate technology in Greater Phoenix As Greater Phoenix has grown as an advanced manufacturing hub, leaders, innovators and entrepreneurs have set their eyes on the next stage of industrial growth: climate technology. The development of this crucial industry will advance the power grid and create sustainable solutions […]

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