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Sysco breaks ground on new facility in Mesa
October 12, 2023The $102 million investment will bring 257 new jobs and a 353,600 square-foot facility to the Greater Phoenix Oct. 12, 2023 (Mesa, Ariz.) — Sysco Corporation, the leading global foodservice distribution company, held an event today to celebrate the groundbreaking of its new 353,600-square-foot facility, Sysco Arizona East. Attendees at the event included Sysco executives as […]
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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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Understanding how unemployment impacts the economy
Workforce availability is an important indicator of economic health 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 […]
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Ambassador Event: Dispelling the Myths of Arizona’s...
Reviewing facts and misconceptions of Arizona water Though Greater Phoenix is situated in a desert, the region was cultivated carefully throughout generations with access to water in mind. Indigenous tribes created agricultural-based civilizations around the areas where the three main rivers converge. Construction on the Central Arizona Project (CAP) canals began before Arizona even earned […]
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IEDC names Greater Phoenix Economic Council a top economic...
September 20, 2023International 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, 2023Clayco’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, 2023PHOENIX (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, 2023The 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, 2023GREATER 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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Water: Key Resource in Greater Phoenix and the Semiconductor...
Committing to a sustainable future for economic growth by Chris Camacho Water, one of the most important elements in the semiconductor manufacturing process, has always been a precious resource in Arizona. Its conservation and management have been a priority for generations, even predating statehood. More than any other state, Arizona understands the importance of long-term […]
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