Greater Phoenix at CES 2024

Expand to the Southwestern U.S. Tech Hub: Greater Phoenix

Greater Phoenix is fast-paced, dynamic and possesses an unapologetic willingness to get things done, making it one of the top cities to do business. It has a pioneering spirit and welcoming attitude toward people and businesses.

Climate Tech Sector

University Innovation

Arizona State University is No.1 nationally for its progress toward the United Nations’ 17 Sustainable Development Goals and has maintained a consistent top 10 global position for four consecutive years.

Venture Capital Funding

Greater Phoenix boasts a robust support network of firms, accelerators and incubators dedicated to clean tech and renewable energy.

Public & Private Collaboration

Many local institutions are actively engaged in clean technology development, sustainability efforts and the management of water consumption.

Biomedical Tech Sector

Highly Skilled Workforce

Medical institutions and cutting-edge health technology programs across Arizona’s universities jointly progress the healthcare workforce.

Biomedical Tech Hubs

With over 3,700 clinical trials annually, Greater Phoenix leverages a variety of bioscience corridors and educational partners to propel innovation through strategic clustering.

Innovative Collaboration

Greater Phoenix is home to nationally recognized institutes and nonprofits that actively promote bioscience initiatives within the region.

Healthcare and biomedical industry in phoenix

Software & AI Sector

Large Talent Pool

Universities, community colleges and coding schools across the state collaborate through specialized training programs and partnerships, all aimed at fostering job-ready students in growing industries.

Robust Tech Ecosystem

Greater Phoenix has a welcoming technology community supported by dynamic firms, a burgeoning count of local tech startups and the presence of software Fortune 500 companies.

Competitive Operating Costs

Greater Phoenix presents a competitive edge with lower operating costs compared to rival markets and boasts one of the lowest individual income tax rates in the U.S., benefiting both businesses and individuals.

Greater Phoenix: By the Numbers

#1

in talent attraction for six of the last seven years.

Source: Lightcast, 2023

#3

in U.S. for business growth for 2022

Source: Venture Smarter, 2023

#3

top workforce in America

Source: CNBC, 2023

#3

for overall economic performance

Source: American Legislative Exchange Council, 2023

Meet our team at CES 2024

Ashley Busada, CEcD

Vice President, Business Development

602.262.8639 // abusada@gpec.org

Sean Fogarty

Vice President, International Business Development

602.262.8611 // sfogarty@gpec.org

Mark Paratore

Vice President, Business Development

602.262.8610 // mparatore@gpec.org

Casey Gilchrist

Senior Director, International Business Development

602.262.8604 // cgilchrist@gpec.org

Meet our regional partners at CES 2024

Scott Cooper, CEcD, CPM

City of Scottsdale
Acting Director, Economic Development

scooper@scottsdaleaz.gov

Sean Edmonds

Arizona State University (ASU)
Senior Coordinator, Economic Development and Innovation Zones

sean.edmonds@asu.edu

Maria Laughner

City of Mesa
Deputy Director, Economic Development

maria.laughner@mesaaz.gov

David Valenzuela

City of Peoria
Chief Business Attraction Officer

david.valenzuela@peoriaaz.gov

Marc Valenzuela

Salt River Project (SRP)
Senior Project Manager, Economic Development

marc.valenzuela@srpnet.com

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