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EMD Electronics celebrates opening of new Chandler...

October 11, 2023

$39-million investment is the largest investment the company has made in its semiconductor equipment and services business Opening of new factory is part of the company’s strategy to expand its global manufacturing capacity and further support the growing presence of key industry players in the state of Arizona EMD Electronics implements a strategic workforce plan […]

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Four GPEC staff members pose with a plaque distinguishing the organization's as IEDC's top EDO in the U.S.

IEDC names Greater Phoenix Economic Council a top economic...

September 20, 2023

International Economic Development Council recognizes GPEC with third EDO of the Year award, cross-border collaboration efforts PHOENIX (Sept. 20, 2023) – On Tuesday, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) was named a top economic development organization in the United States (population 500k+) by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC). It is the third time in […]

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Clayco celebrates grand opening of Southwestern regional...

September 19, 2023

Clayco’s regional HQ at The Grove in Phoenix employs over 400 employees PHOENIX (Sept. 19, 2023) – Clayco, a full-service, turnkey real estate, architecture, engineering, design-build and construction firm, today celebrated the grand opening of its Southwestern regional headquarters in Phoenix, Arizona. The 48,000-square-foot office occupies the entire third floor located at 4300 E. Camelback […]

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GPEC Ranked No. 1 Regional Economic Development Organization...

September 18, 2023

PHOENIX (Sept. 18, 2023) – Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) ranks as the No.1 regional economic development organization (EDO) in the country, according to a new survey of site selectors released today at the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) Annual Conference in Dallas.  Conducted by Development Counsellors International (DCI) every three years, the “Winning Strategies […]

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French American Chamber of Commerce launches Arizona...

September 13, 2023

The new branch, supported by the ACA, GPEC, and German, Italian, and Swedish Chambers of Commerce, furthers the state’s trade relationship with the EU PHOENIX (Sept. 13, 2023) – The French American Chamber of Commerce Rocky Mountain (RMFACC) chapter has introduced its Arizona branch in Phoenix with the mission to connect, promote and develop a […]

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GPEC Announces CarbonCapture Inc.’s Direct Air Capture...

September 13, 2023

GREATER PHOENIX (Sept. 13, 2023) — The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) is proud to recognize that CarbonCapture Inc. (CarbonCapture), a leading climate tech company that designs and builds machines that remove carbon dioxide directly from the atmosphere, has partnered with Arizona State University (ASU) to design a regional direct air capture (DAC) hub under […]

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Factor expands ready-to-eat meal operations with opening...

September 12, 2023

New Factor facility brings more than 800 new jobs to Goodyear America’s leading ready-to-eat meal company adds a 300,100 sq. ft. facility in Goodyear, AZ to serve rapidly growing customer base Facility will serve as a production and fulfillment center, featuring the second-largest industrial kitchen in the United States At full capacity, the new facility […]

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Google announces new commitment to Arizona

September 6, 2023

Google breaks ground on massive Mesa data center MESA, Ariz. (September 6, 2023) – Today, Google broke ground on a new $600 million data center in Mesa, and will use state-of-the-art technology to air cool the facility. This will be the company’s first physical presence in the state. Governor Katie Hobbs, Mesa Mayor John Giles, […]

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Sen. Kelly, Chris Camacho visit Taiwan to deepen economic...

August 22, 2023

Sen. Mark Kelly and Chris Camacho met with TSMC, semiconductor suppliers, and aerospace and drone companies PHOENIX (Aug. 22, 2023) – Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly, who was a chief negotiator of the CHIPS and Science Act and successfully attached his Building Chips in America Act to streamline permitting processes into the Senate-passed National Defense Authorization […]

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Chris Camacho appointed to Arizona-Mexico Commission

August 18, 2023

Ariz. Gov. Katie Hobbs announced the new board for the Arizona-Mexico Commission, aligned closely with Sonora PHOENIX (Aug. 17, 2023) – Ariz. Gov. Katie Hobbs has announced her appointees to the Arizona-Mexico Commission. The Hobbs administration is working closely with Sonoran counterparts to ensure that Arizona is aligned and ready to begin working in a […]

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