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Arizona Wins Third Consecutive Gold Shovel Award For...
June 7, 2023TSMC’s $40 billion investment in Phoenix wins “Manufacturing Project Of The Year” Arizona today was awarded a prestigious “Gold Shovel” award from Area Development Magazine in the 6-10 million population category, marking the state’s third consecutive gold shovel. Considering economic development projects that were announced, commenced construction or operations in 2022, the Shovel Awards recognize […]
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Ambassador Event: Arts & Culture in Greater Phoenix
GPEC hosts gallery opening with panel of Greater Phoenix artists and leaders Arts and culture are integral to the leading economies of the world, promoting cultural exchange and diversity, providing entertainment for citizens and tourists, and contributing directly to the market. In 2021, arts and culture added $11.6 billion to the Arizona economy, accounting for […]
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Exploring inflation’s impact on the national and...
Greater Phoenix and U.S. Inflation Trends Seen in the Economic Monitor by Kristen Stephenson In April, 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 […]
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Townsquare Interactive Opens Renovated Office In Downtown...
May 24, 2023The digital marketing company partners with a local Arizona design firm on the renovations to their new office space in the heart of downtown Townsquare Interactive is proud to announce the opening of its newly renovated 11,875-square-foot office in downtown Phoenix. As part of its expansion in Phoenix, Townsquare Interactive is bringing hundreds of job […]
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Rehrig Pacific Breaks Ground on Manufacturing Facility...
May 11, 2023The company kicks off construction of its largest injection molding manufacturing plant, creating over 100 new jobs BUCKEYE, Ariz. (May 11, 2023) – Rehrig Pacific, a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries, today held a groundbreaking ceremony for its new injection molding manufacturing plant in Buckeye, Arizona. […]
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MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company announces new office...
May 10, 2023The new office will create 170 jobs once operational by 2024 TEMPE, AZ (May 10, 2023) – MSC Mediterranean Shipping Company, a global leader in transportation and logistics, today announced plans to open its new MSC Tempe office, expanding the company’s network of locations across the United States. Located on the Arizona State University (ASU) […]
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To maximize economic growth, we must invest in Arizona’s...
Honing creativity to build the future economy of the Grand Canyon State by Chris Camacho and Patrick McWhortor Arts and culture programs are widely accepted as a mode to build community, celebrate and enhance Arizona’s beauty, recognize the cultures that have shaped our way of life over the years and foster mutual respect as we […]
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How to submit the CHIPS Act Pre-Application
A guide for the CHIPS Act pre-application process and priorities As of May 1, the U.S. Department of Commerce (DOC) is accepting pre-applications for the first notice of funding (NOFO) for the CHIPS and Science Act, a federal bill that invests $52 billion into the national semiconductor industry. Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) legal partners […]
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GPEC named the top economic development organization...
May 1, 2023Site Selection Magazine announces 2023 Mac Conway Awards For the seventh consecutive year, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) has been named one of the top economic development organizations in the United States by Site Selection magazine. GPEC was recognized with the 2023 Mac Conway Award for Excellence in Economic Development, bestowed upon the top […]
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Introducing the Economic Monitor and exploring employment...
Kristen Stephenson highlights the employment indicator in the Economic Monitor by Kristen Stephenson On April 17, 2023, 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 […]
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