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Nine CARES Act Resources for Small Businesses

We hope you and your family are staying safe and healthy during this challenging time. With the approval of the next CARES Act funding round expected *THIS WEEK, it is imperative we support as many local small businesses as possible in applying for these federal dollars. Securing funding through the Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) and […]

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Five Tips for PPP Applicants

Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) urging small businesses to prepare applications and supporting documents now With the approval of $310 billion in additional funding for PPP, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) is urging every small firm in Arizona to prepare their applications and supporting documentation before funds become liquid. Consistency and accuracy are vital […]

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Regional Report: Community in Action

A GPEC Virtual Series A crisis has an innate way of bringing communities together. The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) hosted the third installment of our virtual series ‘Regional Report,’ where we explore industries in Greater Phoenix that have been impacted by COVID-19. This webinar focused on how local organizations have been activated to respond […]

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Regional Report: Global Supply Chain

A GPEC Virtual Series Have you ever wondered how you receive your goods or services? It’s thanks in large part to the Global Supply Chain. We take the production and delivery of these items for granted when operating within normal circumstances, but COVID-19 has impacted industry around the world, including the purchasing of goods or […]

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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Zach Venvertloh 

What’s your first and last name?   Zach Venvertloh  How old are you?  28  How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix?  Four months  What city do you currently reside in? Phoenix  Where are you originally from and why’d you decide to move to Arizona? I’m originally from Illinois. I decided on Arizona for the warm […]

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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Ryan Smith

What is your first and last name?  Ryan Smith How old are you?  42 What city do you currently reside in?  Chandler How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix?  20 years Where are you originally from and why’d you decide to move to Arizona?  Originally from Seattle, Washington. Moved for sunshine, university and a […]

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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Joe Bingochea

What’s your first and last name?  Joe Bingochea  How old are you?  40  What city do you currently reside in?  Gilbert  How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix?  22 years If you went to college, where did you attend and what was your degree?  I attended Rio Salado Community College and completed a Certificate Program […]

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Meet Parts Detect: Phoenix-based automotive mechanics...

As a region, we’re on a relentless pursuit of innovation and technology, and companies here are committed to changing the game. It’s all about people, place and tech in Greater Phoenix. Learn more about Parts Detect, LLC’S story from their Founder and CEO Stan Mirzayev. What is your company mission?  Stan Mirzayev: Providing thousands of automotive mechanics […]

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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Chase MacDonald

What is your first and last name?  Chase MacDonald How old are you?  20 What city do you currently reside in?  Tempe How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix?  12 years What college/university did you graduate from and what’s your degree?  I am studying Finance with minors in Real Estate and Construction Management at […]

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Healthcare & the Economy Webinar

Regional Report: A GPEC Virtual Series It’s been said that when times get tough, you find out what you’re made of. We’re living through an unprecedented period as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic, and the impact the virus is having on our communities, healthcare infrastructure and economy is severe. We don’t yet have all […]

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