Inside Greater Phoenix’s Workforce Pipeline for...

Greater Phoenix is pulling off one of the country’s most remarkable workforce transformations — training thousands of people for emerging careers in chip fabs, biotech labs and aerospace.  Why it matters: The region has attracted more than $300 billion in semiconductor investment alone, plus millions more in bioscience and aerospace expansion. But capital alone doesn’t grow an ecosystem. You also need people ready to do […]

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The World Cup brought fans to the U.S., but the business...

As the World Cup draws visitors from countries around the world to places like Dallas, Atlanta and New York, international executives are using the moment to scout U.S. investment opportunities. But many are overlooking a southwestern U.S. market that global companies have already chosen: Greater Phoenix, Arizona. Here’s what the data shows: 1. Major international markets have already bet on Greater Phoenix A decade of […]

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How Greater Phoenix Is Building a World-Class Biosciences...

Greater Phoenix has become one of the nation’s most compelling destinations for biosciences and healthcare innovation and the numbers are starting to reflect it. From medical device manufacturing and cell and gene therapy to clinical trials and workforce development, the region is building the infrastructure, talent and collaborative ecosystem that make it one of the […]

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Why Greater Phoenix is a Top Aerospace and Defense...

Greater Phoenix has grown into one of the nation’s leading aerospace and defense hubs. Anchored by legacy industry leaders and fueled by next-generation innovation, the region is shaping the future of aerospace through advanced manufacturing, military partnerships, autonomous aviation and space exploration. Here’s why Greater Phoenix continues to stand out as a top aerospace and […]

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Four Ways Greater Phoenix is shaping the Future of...

1. Venture Capital Investment Greater Phoenix has experienced a surge in venture capital funding in recent years. According to PitchBook, investments grew 146% from 2014 to 2024, outpacing peer markets such as Austin (86%), Atlanta (58%) and Miami (55%) — a standout performance amid a broader national decline in the 2020s. So far in 2025, […]

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Four Ways Greater Phoenix is Shaping the Future of...

1. Generative AI Artificial intelligence is rapidly become one of the most transformative areas within the software and technology industry. While the concept has been in development for decades, the launch of OpenAI’s ChatGPT 3.5 in late 2022 brought AI into the public spotlight. Since then, nearly every industry has explored how to integrate this […]

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Meet David Anderson: CoFounder and CEO of Off Madison...

Tell us about Off Madison Ave: Whether it be from restlessness, wanderlust, or simply FOMO—humans are driven to make the most of their leisure time. And that’s where we come in. Off Madison Ave specializes in answering the question, “Where to next?” Then, we simply point them in the best possible direction: yours. We have […]

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Five men scoop a pile of dirt in a ceremonial groundbreaking for Rehrig Pacific. A small excavator sits behind the group.

Rehrig Pacific Breaks Ground on Manufacturing Facility...

May 11, 2023

The company kicks off construction of its largest injection molding manufacturing plant, creating over 100 new jobs BUCKEYE, Ariz. (May 11, 2023) – Rehrig Pacific, a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries, today held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new injection molding manufacturing plant in Buckeye, Arizona. […]

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To maximize economic growth, we must invest in Arizona’s...

Honing creativity to build the future economy of the Grand Canyon State by Chris Camacho and Patrick McWhortor Arts and culture programs are widely accepted as a mode to build community, celebrate and enhance Arizona’s beauty, recognize the cultures that have shaped our way of life over the years and foster mutual respect as we […]

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Introducing the Economic Monitor and exploring employment...

Kristen Stephenson highlights the employment indicator in the Economic Monitor by Kristen Stephenson On April 17, 2023, GPEC launched the Economic Monitor, a comprehensive web tool designed to provide timely, actionable insights into the state of the economy. Through an exploration of key economic indicators, the Economic Monitor offers a concise picture of health at […]

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