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Moses Lake Industries celebrates grand opening of advanced...
June 25, 2025Chemical solutions company Moses Lake Industries opens nearly $100 million facility to advance semiconductor material development Mesa, Ariz. (June 24, 2025) — Moses Lake Industries (MLI), a global leader in advanced performance chemical solutions for the semiconductor industry, today announced the grand opening of its new 50,000-square-foot manufacturing and research facility in Mesa, Arizona. Powered […]
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A Blueprint for Regional Resilience and Global Competitiveness
by Chris Camacho, President & CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council Greater Phoenix’s economic advantage is driven by deliberate strategy, cohesive execution and a clear focus on the future. Unlike older markets tied to historic industries and longstanding systems, our region has built its competitive edge across recent decades with a hyper focus on high-impact sectors […]
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Lucid expands Arizona footprint with grand opening...
June 11, 2025Electric vehicle manufacturer Lucid’s new facilities acquired from Nikola Corporation add nearly 900,000 square feet to its existing Arizona footprint PHOENIX (June 11, 2025) — Lucid Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: LCID), maker of the world’s most advanced electric vehicles, today announced the opening of its Phoenix Hub facility in Arizona, following the company’s acquisition of select […]
View Post » Why Regionalism Wins: The Power of Unity for our Economic...
by Chris Camacho, President & CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council In today’s hypercompetitive global economy, markets that operate with alignment, clarity and shared purpose are the ones that stay ahead. That’s exactly what GPEC was designed to foster. For over 35 years, the regional model of Greater Phoenix has driven collective economic growth rooted in […]
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Ambassador Event: The Future of Startups & Entrepreneurship
How local founders and leaders are shaping a stronger, more connected startup ecosystem As Greater Phoenix continues to evolve into a leading market for innovation and entrepreneurship, the region’s startup activity has drawn national attention. With the seventh-most startups among all metros in the U.S., Greater Phoenix is home to a fast-growing community of founders, […]
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NRS LOGIOS AMERICA INC. announces opening of chemical...
May 28, 2025NRS’ first logistics facility in the United States will emphasize semiconductor and battery materials CASA GRANDE, Ariz. (May 28, 2025) — NRS Logios America, a leading chemical-logistics company providing transport, storage and distribution, and asset leasing services for the chemical and industrial markets, announced today the opening of its Chemical Logistic Park in Casa Grande. […]
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Ambassador Event: Perspectives of Greater Phoenix
How local art and collaboration are shaping community and identity in Greater Phoenix The rich diversity, creativity and lived experiences of Arizona were on display during the Greater Phoenix Economic Council’s opening reception for its new rotating art exhibit, Perspectives of Greater Phoenix. The event welcomed local artists, business leaders and community members to engage […]
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GTI Energy announces manufacturing expansion in Goodyear
May 20, 2025Goodyear facility to serve as GTI Energy’s primary high-volume manufacturing site, employ up to 600 people GOODYEAR, Ariz. (May 20, 2025) – GTI Energy, a division of Buffalo-based GTI Fabrication, a leading contract manufacturer of mission critical equipment, announced plans of a $33 million initial investment, with plans to invest another $20 million to open […]
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Solar and storage company Apex Power Conversion announces...
May 19, 2025Apex Power Conversion holds ribbon cutting for its new Mesa facility during the American Clean Power Association conference MESA, Ariz. (May 19, 2025) — Apex Power Conversion, a solar and storage company, announced today the ribbon cutting of its United States headquarters and manufacturing facility in Mesa, Arizona in conjunction with the American Clean Power […]
View Post » How Greater Phoenix Became an Economic Powerhouse—and...
by Chris Camacho, President & CEO, Greater Phoenix Economic Council Greater Phoenix didn’t become a global contender by accident. The region’s fertile ground was recognized early on, and with bold moves, decades of strategic leadership built a prosperous, future-focused market. The economic boom was marked by a population spike between 1950–70 when the widespread use […]
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