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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Clark Olson
Tell us a little about yourself: I am a retired ASU professor of 38 years, now art gallery owner. What city or town do you live in? Phoenix Where are you originally from and what brought you to Greater Phoenix? I’m originally from the Midwest. Climate and job opportunity brought me to Greater Phoenix. How […]
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Regional Report: Powering Greater Phoenix’s Future
How APS and SRP plan to maintain energy reliability while incorporating more renewables Arizona and Greater Phoenix have long been accustomed to top-tier energy service. Through the work of major providers like Arizona Public Service (APS) and Salt River Project (SRP), the state is ranked the second-most reliable power grid in the nation, with an […]
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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Allison Bakovic
Tell us a little about yourself: I am a scientist by training now pivoting my career to business development for the biosciences. I am eager to help cultivate and contribute to developing the bio-ecosystem in the Greater Phoenix area. What city or town do you live in? Gilbert Where are you originally from and what […]
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Ambassador Event: The Business of Art
Exploring the synergies between the business community and local artists The arts continuously play a prominent role in promoting cultural identity and diversity, documenting historic moments through an individual lens and supporting the local and regional economy. On Nov. 17, Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) hosted the Business of Art Ambassador Event adjacent to the […]
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Arizona artist spotlight: Bobby Zokaites
Meet Tempe-based artist Bobby Zokaites featured in our Public Art of Greater Phoenix Exhibit What do you love most about being an artist in Greater Phoenix? Phoenix is an epicenter of public art so, as far as what we do, we love being able to create aesthetic marks on the city. This is a wonderful […]
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Greater Phoenix’s high adoption of flexible work...
by Chris Camacho, president & CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) Since the downturn of the Great Recession, Greater Phoenix has continually advanced its competitive position through the quick adoption of policies and practices that allow for industry diversification, support emerging technologies and enable agile response to changing economic conditions. This growth mindset has led […]
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Exploring the effects of the Business Confidence Index
The business confidence index tracks output growth and turning points in economic activity by Kristen Stephenson Earlier this year, 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 […]
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CHIPS Act Webinar: Funding for smaller-scale supply...
The third CHIPS Act NOFO funds materials or equipment facilities with investment under $300 million On September 28th, the Department of Commerce (DOC) released the CHIPS and Science Act funding opportunity for smaller-scale supply chain projects and businesses. Applicants seeking to construct, expand or modernize materials or manufacturing equipment facilities with a capital investment under […]
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Exploring the effects of the Consumer Confidence Index
Consumer confidence provides insight into future economic conditions by Kristen Stephenson Earlier this year, 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 both national and […]
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The Future of Healthcare Innovation in Greater Phoenix
Leaders convened to share progress and drive collaboration within region’s bioscience industry The bioscience ecosystem of Greater Phoenix is at an inflection point with recent designations of new industry hubs, such as Phoenix Bioscience Core and Mayo Discovery Oasis, highlighting the region’s concentration of talent, pro-innovation environment and central location. In response to the U.S. Economic Development Administration’s […]
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