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FThis quarter we’re excited to highlight Greater Phoenix's nature scenes and diverse architecture in an exhibition themed “Arizona Landmarks & Architecture.”

Greater Phoenix through the eyes of local artists

New GPEC art exhibit presents Arizona’s unique traits Every quarter we partner with artists and curate unique and stunning pieces of art to display and have available for purchase at our office. This quarter we’re excited to highlight the beauty and diversity of our incredible region in an exhibition themed “Arizona on Display.” From indigenous […]

View Post » Belgium-based aircraft Aerocircular announced its expansion in North America with a new facility at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa, Arizona.

Aerocircular selects Mesa, Arizona for its north american...

February 19, 2019

MESA, AZ (February 19, 2019) — Belgium-based aircraft recycling/up-cycling service Aerocircular announced today it’s expanding its operations in North America with a new facility at Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport in Mesa, Arizona. The company is expected to create more than 130 jobs over five years in this fully autonomous maintenance, repair and overhaul facility that will […]

View Post » Each panelist had a similar story about what brought their businesses to Greater Phoenix including the low maintenance weather and their attraction to the region’s talented, educated workforce - from Arizona universities to the Maricopa County Community Colleges. After comparing Arizona to other potential locations such as Nevada, South Carolina and Texas, these locates realized that not only does Greater Phoenix currently have plenty to offer, but what the region currently offers is also improving at an exponential rate. 

Companies choose Greater Phoenix to relocate and expand

Prenexus Health, Optima Tax Relief, Central Admixture Pharmacy Services, and Nikola Motor Company share their Greater Phoenix relocation stories  One of Greater Phoenix Economic Council’s (GPEC) main objectives is to increase the number of jobs in Greater Phoenix and help the economy thrive by bringing major businesses to Arizona. Coincidentally on Arizona’s 107th birthday, GPEC celebrated […]

View Post » How do you stay “cool” in the Arizona summers? It’s easy, by exploring different coffee shops during the daytime and running in early morning/nights.

What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Janicia Ortiz

What is your first and last name? Janicia Ortiz How old are you? 22 What current city do you reside in? Tempe How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? I have been living here for 4 years. Did you grow up in Arizona? Yes Why’d you decide to stay? I decided to go to […]

View Post » The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Sharon M. Hwang as Chief Operating Officer.  In this role, Hwang oversees daily operations of GPEC and prioritizes initiatives and projects for the organization.

Greater Phoenix Economic Council hires Sharon Hwang...

Hwang brings 15 years in corporate leadership to award-winning regional economic development organization PHOENIX (Feb. 11, 2019) — The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) is pleased to announce the hiring of Sharon M. Hwang as Chief Operating Officer. In this role, Hwang oversees daily operations of GPEC and prioritizes initiatives and projects for the organization. […]

View Post » What do you love most about living in Greater Phoenix? The people- family, friends, coworkers are happy to be here and share their story of why they stayed here.

What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Josh Utterback

What is your first and last name? Josh Utterback How old are you? 37 What current city do you reside in? Phoenix How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 30+ years Did you grow up in Arizona? Yes Why’d you decide to stay? Weather, Family, Outdoor Opportunities, Career… What college/university did you graduate from […]

View Post » Greater Phoenix Economic Council held an event at Barrow Neurological Institute in Greater Phoenix to learn about local advancements in neurology.

Ambassador event recap: Barrow Neurological Institute

Did you know that more than 1.4 million people worldwide are fighting cancerous malignant brain tumors? In fact, by the end of this year, another 256,000 people will be diagnosed with brain tumors, according to the Ivy Brain Tumor Center in Phoenix. As part of the Ambassador program, Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) held an […]

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What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Leah Goldberg

How old are you? 23 years old What current city do you reside in? Phoenix How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 23 years Did you grow up in Arizona? Yes Why’d you decide to stay? I chose to stay and live in Phoenix to save money, live at home, and get my bachelor’s […]

View Post » Andersen Corporation broke ground on its new manufacturing campus in Goodyear, Arizona. The company plans to invest more than $105 million in a 500,000 square foot facility and create more than 415 jobs.

Andersen Corporation begins construction on new manufacturing...

January 11, 2019

Commemorates Occasion with Ceremonial Groundbreaking BAYPORT, Minn., Jan. 11, 2019 — Andersen Corporation, America’s premier window and door manufacturer, today broke ground on its new manufacturing campus in Goodyear, Arizona. The company plans to invest more than $105 million in a 500,000 square foot manufacturing and distribution facility and create more than 415 jobs during […]

View Post » I love the diversity that we have in Greater Phoenix. We are the new melting pot of cultures. We are also a young community.

What makes Greater Phoenix so great: Maria Laughner

What is your first and last name? Maria Laughner How old are you? 48 What current city do you reside in? Phoenix How long have you lived in Greater Phoenix? 40 years Did you grow up in Arizona? Yes Why’d you decide to stay? I didn’t – I left three times to try something new. […]

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