Greater Phoenix: Where companies are supported in their exploration of the region
The Greater Phoenix Economic Council team works collaboratively to support expansion and relocation projects for companies considering Greater Phoenix. From our dedicated Business Development team, to our expert Research and Analytics team, to our support staff, we are prepared to support companies exploring the region.
Our Team: By the Numbers
130+
Years Of Combined Economic Development Experience
385
Collective Years Lived In The Greater Phoenix Region
120
Pounds Of Coffee Consumed Per Year
Executive Office
Business Development
Research & Analytics
Strategy
Marketing & Communications
Engagement
Operations
Interested in joining a dynamic team of economic development professionals?
See GPEC’s current openings below or contact jobs@gpec.org
Vice President, Business Development
The Vice President, Business Development will be responsible for sourcing and nurturing new business expansion and relocation leads, qualified prospects, and for delivering GPEC’s core services to the highest standard in line with the GPEC mission to attract and grow quality businesses and to advocate for Greater Phoenix competitiveness.
Controller
The Controller is accountable for the accounting operations of the organization, to include the production of monthly financial reports, maintenance of the system of accounting records, and a comprehensive set of controls and budgets designed to mitigate risk, enhance the accuracy of the organization’s reported financial results, and ensure that reported results comply with generally accepted accounting principles.
Vice President, Communications
The VP, Communications will be responsible for GPEC’s internal and external communications strategy – encompassing a variety of functions such as thought leadership, public relations, social media, blogs and internal communications. The position is expected to shape and drive content aligned with annual objectives and is designed to ensure strong engagement with GPEC stakeholders.
Research & Analytics Internship
Assist the research and analytics department in providing in-depth research and analysis for the organization and the businesses it serves.
MarComm & Design Internship
Assist the marketing & communications department in content creation, event support, social media management and strategy.
Digital Marketing Internship
Work in partnership with the Director of Digital Marketing on media planning and buying, audience targeting strategies, digital behavior insights and social media optimizations.
Request for Proposals (RFP):
Wearable and Medical Technology Startup Founders Collective Program
GPEC is requesting proposals to meet the requirements of the WearTech Research and Commercialization Project (the “Project”), which is funded in part by the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s 2018 i6 Challenge Grant. The purpose of the Project is to further advance Greater Phoenix’s efforts to promote and grow innovative companies in the wearable and medical technology cluster.
