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Advanced manufacturers capitalize on Greater Phoenix’s...

Greater Phoenix and the surrounding area has three major universities and the nation’s largest community college network that advanced manufacturers leverage to scale their operations. Three industry leaders spoke about their businesses, workforce and future plans during our recent Ambassador event. Panelists included: Viraj Gandhi, CEO, Medivant Healthcare Pete Williams, senior vice president of global […]

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Meet Big Joe’s Window Cleaning: Glendale window...

A conversation with Joseph Martinez from Big Joe’s Window Cleaning Tell us about your company:  Joseph Martinez: Here at Big Joe’s we offer professional, reliable window cleaning service for your home and business. We are locally owned and operated business offer same and next day services.  What city in Arizona is your company located in?  Martinez: Glendale  How did your […]

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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Joseph Martinez

How old are you? 20 How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 12 years What city do you currently reside in? Glendale Did you grow up in Arizona? No Where are you originally from and why’d you decide to move to Arizona? I’m from San Bernardino, California and we decided to move to Arizona […]

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Regional Report: Elevating the arts

Arts are the byproduct of creativity and imagination cultivated from, and always reshaping, our cultural identity. While the societal and individual impacts of the arts cannot be overstated, the economic contributions often times go unnoticed. In Arizona, the industry contributes $9.3 billion annually into the state’s economy and employs almost 92,000 people. “When you participate […]

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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Logan Newman

What’s your first and last name? Logan Newman How old are you? 24 How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? My whole life What city do you currently reside in? Chandler Why did you decide to stay in here? The cost of living is excellent, there are lots of job opportunities in a wide […]

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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: KayCee Hartwig-Dittman

What’s your first and last name? KayCee Hartwig-Dittman How old are you? 24 How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? About 2 months What city do you currently reside in? Phoenix Did you grow up in Arizona?  No Where are you originally from and why’d you decide to move to Arizona? I’m originally from […]

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Fireside Chat: GCU’s approach benefits students,...

Built on a foundation of innovation within its business model, Grand Canyon University (GCU), a nonprofit Christian university in Phoenix, has continued its creative approach to not only educating its students, but helping the surrounding communities grow and thrive. A strong talent pool is critical for companies evaluating relocating or expanding to the region. Greater […]

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GPEC Healthcare Innovation Council focuses on collaboration,...

On September 15, the GPEC Healthcare Innovation Council (HIC) kicked off FY21 with a virtual meeting. Council Co-chairs Dr. Heidi Jannenga, Chief Clinical Officer and Co-Founder at WebPT; and Allison Otu, Executive Director, Corporate & Community Relations; University of Arizona Health Sciences led the discussion around four key areas of focus the members will address […]

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Building resiliency: Greater Phoenix companies and...

A GPEC Ambassador event COVID-19 altered the way businesses operate, but many in Greater Phoenix managed to adapt and even grow. Recently, we hosted a virtual Ambassador event centered on building resiliency in these challenging times. Four local leaders shared how their organizations’ quickly adjusted operations and adapted in a way that allowed them to […]

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Meet Atmosphere Commercial Interiors: Phoenix-based...

A conversation with Atmosphere Commercial Interiors Marketing Specialist Taylor Hudson Tell us about your company: Taylor Hudson: For over 100 years, we have teamed up with clients across the country and around the globe to transform spaces and empower people. We deliver premium experiences for organizations and people using a creative mix of products and […]

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