Greater Phoenix Where talent is bred, community is built and business thrives

Blog

Blog

Where are you originally from and why'd you move to Arizona? I'm from CA and moved here for the opportunity and cost of living to support my three sons

What Makes Greater Phoenix So Great: Nicolina Intiso

What is your first and last name? Nicolina Intiso How old are you? 34 What current city do you reside in? Chandler How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 4 years Did you grow up in Arizona? No Where are you originally from and why’d you decide to move to Arizona? I am originally […]

View Post »

Meet the Team at GPEC: Milestone Anniversaries Part...

“Great things in business are never done by one person.” – Steve Jobs At GPEC, we’re passionate about what we do and who we work with. It’s the people behind our mission that work tirelessly each day to build our region’s identity, recruit businesses, and keep the lights on. Join us in celebrating members of […]

View Post » As the Greater Phoenix region’s premier economic development organization, we not only aim to attract economically sustainable businesses to the Valley, but also strive to highlight the beauty and diversity of our incredible region through the curation and display of locally sourced art.

Open Call for Art Submissions: Arizona on Display

As the Greater Phoenix region’s premier economic development organization, we not only aim to attract economically sustainable businesses to the Valley, but also strive to highlight the beauty and diversity of our incredible region through the curation and display of locally sourced art. For our next exhibit, we’re looking to feature art that highlights the […]

View Post » I love hearing People's stories and experiences they migrated here with. Greater Phoenix is a melting pot from all walks of life.

What Makes Greater Phoenix So Great: Andrew Kimball

What is your first and last name? Andrew Kimball How old are you? 30 What current city do you reside in? Chandler How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? Two years Did you grow up in Arizona? No Where are you originally from and why’d you decide to move to Arizona? San Clemente, CA. […]

View Post » GPEC was awarded a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce to accelerate wearable and medical technology entrepreneurship in Greater Phoenix.

Greater Phoenix Economic Council Wins Federal Grant...

Funding will spur job growth and innovation in Greater Phoenix PHOENIX, AZ (December 19, 2018) – The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) was awarded a $750,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Commerce under the Economic Development Administration’s 2018 Regional Innovation Strategies program competition to accelerate wearable and medical technology entrepreneurship in Greater Phoenix. The […]

View Post » I love the diversity that we have in Greater Phoenix. We are the new melting pot of cultures. We are also a young community.

What Makes Greater Phoenix So Great: Maria Laughner

What is your first and last name? Maria Laughner How old are you? 48 What current city do you reside in? Phoenix How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 40 years Did you grow up in Arizona? Yes Why’d you decide to stay? I didn’t – I left three times to try something new. […]

View Post » Greater Phoenix is a vibrant metropolitan area that still offers open space, affordable housing, and top-quality standard of living.

What Makes Greater Phoenix So Great: Jared Leung

What is your first and last name? Jared Leung How old are you? 49 What current city do you reside in? Mesa How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 18 years Did you grow up in Arizona? No Where are you originally from and why’d you decide to move to Arizona? Born and raised […]

View Post » I like to find a challenging new trail to hike or stumble upon one of the unique street festivals happening all over Greater Phoenix.

What Makes Greater Phoenix So Great: Kimberly Vegliante

What is your first and last name? Kimberly Vegliante How old are you? 29 (30 in December) What current city do you reside in? Gilbert How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 4 months Did you grow up in Arizona? No Where are you originally from and why’d you decide to move to Arizona? […]

View Post » Companies continue to invest their capital to set up shop and do business in Phoenix and its surrounding communities. The fact that Arizona has made it easier to do business in the region is a plus.

The Great Talent Migration

Written by Ron Starner Greater Phoenix is winning the race for industry because it is winning the race for talent. That, in a nutshell, says Chris Camacho, president and CEO of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, is why companies continue to invest their capital to set up shop and do business in Phoenix and its […]

View Post » Why’d you decide to stay? I love the openness to newcomers, the dynamic environment for change and growth, the climate, the opportunities, the educational alternatives, the international outlook.

What Makes Greater Phoenix So Great: Michael Patterson

What is your first and last name? Michael Patterson How old are you? 57 What current city do you reside in? Scottsdale How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 38 years Did you grow up in Arizona? Yes Why’d you decide to stay? I love the openness to newcomers, the dynamic environment for change […]

View Post »

Categories

Recent Posts