Invest with GPEC
With investment from GPEC’s member communities and private investors, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council achieves its mission of attracting and growing quality businesses and advocating for Greater Phoenix’s competitiveness. As an investor, you are joining business and civic leaders who are dedicated to creating long-term economic sustainability in the Greater Phoenix region.
Contact GPEC today to learn more about becoming an investor.
| Investor Benefits | Visionary | Champion | Accelerator | Builder | Advocate | Supporter |
| Investment | $180,000+ | $120,000+ | $60,000+ | $30,000+ | $15,000+ | $7,500+ |
| Recognition in marketing and research collateral as a major corporate sponsor and community leader | X | |||||
| Prominent recognition in GPEC office and on GPEC homepage | X | X | ||||
| Invitation to top investor reception | X | X | X | |||
| Bespoke marketing opportunities to boost local brand awareness | X | X | X | |||
| Opportunity to serve on Board of Directors | 1 Seat | 1 Seat | Eligible | |||
| Opportunity for Board Director to join the Executive Committee of the board | 1 Seat | Eligible | Eligible | |||
| Washington, D.C. Executive Mission (Biennial) | Registration fee waived (1) | Eligible | Eligible | Eligible | ||
| Hosting opportunities for corporate relocations | X | X | X | X | ||
| Opportunity to serve on GPEC’s strategic planning council (GPEC Next) | X | X | X | X | ||
| Sponsorship of GPEC signature events |
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| Review & recognition with relevant GPEC Industry Insight Reports | X | X | X | X | ||
| VC funding SMS text alerts | X | X | X | X | ||
| Opportunity to serve on GPEC leadership councils | All | All | 3 | 2 | 1 | |
| International delegation involvement | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Opportunity to offer business services to potential locates (iTrack program) | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Custom research services | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Dedicated GPEC representative | X | X | X | X | X | |
| Invitation to GPEC exclusive events | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Quarterly economic report | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Exclusive networking & learning opportunities through the GPEC Ambassador Program | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Highlighted as investor in GPEC Action Plan and Annual Report | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Recognition online as a GPEC investor | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Network with CEOs and public officials | X | X | X | X | X | X |
| Monthly newsletter containing GPEC’s metrics report | X | X | X | X | X | X |
Ambassador Program
The GPEC Ambassador Program provides networking and learning opportunities for all employees of GPEC investors and member communities. GPEC Ambassador events range from business development forums to workshops featuring GPEC staff and/or industry experts to educate and inform stakeholders on a variety of economic development issues.
“GPEC is an incredible organization – but they can’t do their work alone. Growing our brand as a community is the responsibility of all of our business leaders.” …Read more
Cathy Teeter, Managing Director, Advisory & Transaction Services, CBRE
Without participation in GPEC it would have taken me and my sales teams years, if ever, to meet critical business decision makers that are critical to success in selling Cox business solutions. My advice is to get involved in all GPEC events and actively pursue your GPEC Ambassador certification. It will pay dividends beyond your expectations.
Michael Banker, Sr. Manager, Strategic Client Teams, Cox Business – Arizona
“GPEC, operating with a blend of corporate and municipal leadership, finds itself in the unique position to advance economic prosperity for the entire valley. The current intention and focus around aligning educational tracks and objectives with desired industries will play a pivotal role in determining what kind of community we leave behind.”
David Rousseau, President, Salt River Project (SRP)
Strategic Leadership Councils
Community Building Consortium (CBC)
GPEC’s CBC provides a forum for those in the commercial real estate arena to evaluate competitor markets and work with GPEC’s marketing and business development teams to further advance the competitiveness of Greater Phoenix.
Healthcare Innovation Council (HIC)
The HIC mission is to establish Greater Phoenix as a center of healthcare excellence anchored by innovation and collaboration. The HIC works to enhance the healthcare business ecosystem by growing assets in the region and connecting providers and healthcare-adjacent businesses with innovative products and practices.
International Leadership Council (ILC)
The ILC is a high-level advisory council that consists of industry and community leaders that support GPEC in its efforts in international business attraction. The ILC provides strategic direction and oversight for the implementation of the core FDI strategies within the Greater Phoenix region.
Economic Development Directors Team (EDDT)
EDDT is a strategic leadership council comprised of key representatives from Greater Phoenix’s 22 partner community economic development leaders and regional utility partners. This council advises GPEC’s CEO and staff on local economic development trends, offers insight on city/town councils, and partners to finalize business location decisions.
GPEC Next
GPEC Next works to ensure the organization operates in a model that is innovative, integrated and proactive. The collective professional expertise of GPEC’s councils and advisory groups helps shape the organization’s key initiatives, leverages connections to further job creation and competitiveness efforts and supports the implementation of programs.
Mayors & Supervisors
The GPEC Mayors and Supervisors Council meets quarterly to discuss regional competitiveness, policy and other priorities. The Council is comprised of Mayors from the 22 communities GPEC represents and two representatives from the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors.
