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Black Russian Label: Fashioning Success
Drawing from the culture and textures of her homeland of Accra, Ghana, and her Nigerian and Russian heritage, Joanna de’Shay founded Black Russian Label (BRL) in 2013. The brand designs upscale clothing for the global, chic woman who is empowered by her individual style and unafraid to make a statement. Based in Greater Phoenix, de’Shay […]
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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Christian Roemke
Tell us a little about yourself: I was born and raised here in Mesa, Arizona and I am proud to be a part of Greater Phoenix. It’s my home and has afforded me wonderful opportunities to live and work. What city or town do you live in? Mesa Where do you currently work and what […]
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State of Black Business 2025 Update
Since 2021, the State of Black Arizona (SBAZ) and Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) have collaborated to evaluate the challenges encountered by Black-owned and minority-owned businesses across the state. This comprehensive initiative has included research, public engagement, and the formulation of practical strategies aimed at promoting equity in areas such as entrepreneurship, capital access, financial […]
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Arizona artist spotlight: Nelson Suarez
Tempe-based artist Nelson Suarez, also known as LutPar, finds inspiration in the lines, both literal and symbolic, that shape Greater Phoenix. His work explores form through intricate line drawings, inspired by the region’s blend of geometry and natural sprawl. “Greater Phoenix has been the sort of extension and amplitude I needed to experience to be […]
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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Khushi Wadhwani
Tell us a little about yourself: I’m a senior at Arizona State University majoring in business data analytics with an economics minor. I come from Mumbai and love being outdoors, talking to people from different backgrounds, and trying out new foods. What brought you to Greater Phoenix? Arizona’s warm weather and ASU’s W.P. Carey Business […]
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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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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Evan Buck
Tell us a little about yourself: I am originally from Michigan and recently moved to Arizona. I’m currently pursuing my master’s degree in urban and environmental planning at Arizona State University. I love the warm weather, eating at new restaurants, and exploring Greater Phoenix. What brought you to Greater Phoenix? I moved to Phoenix for […]
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How Research and Development Powers Our Economy
by Chris Camacho, President & CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council Research and development is one of the most powerful forces shaping Greater Phoenix’s economy. Though often behind the scenes, R&D drives the innovation, job creation and talent development that keep our region globally competitive—and it’s only accelerating. Behind every major economic milestone is a network […]
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Ambassador Event: Future of Healthcare Innovation and...
Panel discusses growth opportunities for Greater Phoenix’s healthcare innovation and bioscience ecosystems The growth of Greater Phoenix’s healthcare innovation and bioscience ecosystems has been spurred by a variety of components: alignment with the semiconductor industry, the number of legacy healthcare institutes conducting clinical trials and offering collaboration opportunities, a talented and growing workforce, and more. […]
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Arizona artist spotlight: Carla Keaton
Meet Phoenix-based artist Carla Keaton featured in GPEC’s Perspectives of Greater Phoenix Exhibit For more than 25 years, Carla Keaton has quietly studied the people of Greater Phoenix, capturing life’s small, powerful moments through her paintings. Her work often centers on individuals in motion: waiting at bus stops, crossing intersections, or pausing on busy sidewalks. […]
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