This week, 30 entrepreneurs joined #ImpactAZ ! Sr. Research Analyst Fiona Onyango spoke at the kickoff, welcoming the business executives to AZ's largest supplier diversity accelerator. Black Chamber of AZ Velma Trayham J.P. Morgan APS AZHCC Bank of America City of Scottsdale

Congrats to community partners recognized by AAED! It's an honor to collab. w/ these individuals & teams who are unwaveringly dedicated to improving our region. Chris Mackey, Doreen Cott (@TownofQC), Mackenzie Wilson (@GilbertYourTown), Goodyear, AZ, Peoria, AZ ☀️, Resolution Copper

In 2023, AZ institutions received a record $365M in NIH funding with highs in jobs, wages, university R&D & VC funding, as outlined in Flinn Foundation's new report. #bioscience azbigmedia.com/business/heres…

Congrats to Senior Director Casey Gilchrist for being named an Emerging Economic Development Professional of the Year by AAED! 🎉 Casey secured 5 locates in 2023, totaling 159 Phase 1 jobs & $15.69M in CapEx, & is an invaluable pillar of our intl. business development strategy.

SVPs Brad Smidt & Kristen Stephenson, VP Tim Bourcet & Sr. Research Analyst Fiona Onyango are at the AAED Spring Conference, engaging w/ local partners & connecting on the future of economic development in #GreaterPHX . #AAEDSpringConference #azecondev #economicdevelopment

🌟 THIS WEEKEND 🌟 The long-awaited City of Phoenix, AZ International District launch will be announced at the Asian Chamber Inc. 💼 Night Market on Apr. 26-27, which will celebrate culture & community w/ live music, unique food & vendors. Tickets ⬇️ #ACCNMDragon #internationaldistrictaz

📣 Following PM Rutte's delegation visit to #GreaterPHX , the Dutch gov. will establish a trade office in City of Phoenix, AZ following ASM International, ASML & NXP's expansion, strengthening ties between the countries' flourishing semicon industries. bizjournals.com/phoenix/news/2…

At the inaugural City of Avondale, AZ Green Business Summit, Director Zach Venvertloh spoke on a panel about how to plug into the local sustainability community to build the resilient workforce of the future. Estrella Mountain Community College Arizona Forward #GreaterPHXtogether #AvondaleAZ #sustainability

Congrats, BioLab Sciences, on the opening of a new facility in City of Mesa, Arizona, dedicated to manufacturing & R&D for the company's innovative wound care products. AZBio CEI GateWay  #MesaAZ

At the AEP6 report event, Chris Camacho, alongside business, arts & community leaders, emphasized the critical role of the arts & culture sector in AZ's economy. AZ Arts Commission AzCitizensfortheArts AmericansForTheArts Arizona Commerce Authority Flinn Foundation  #artsandculture

During FabricTempe's Eco Fashion week in City of Tempe, AZ, VP Serena Remy joined the sustainable fashion conversation, sharing industry insights & collaborating with experts to build plans for a circular fashion ecosystem in the region. #sustainability #sustainablefashion

The Phoenix Tech Talent Summit helped job seekers & industry leaders plug into the thriving #GreaterPHX startup ecosystem. Trainual Design Pickle RiviaHealth Virtuous Paradox PayGround qbotica Navi Nurses Nuclearn StartupAZ

DYK? Fountain Hills AZ is one of only 17 International #DarkSky Communities in the world. 🌙 🌃 🔭 The city broke ground on its International Dark Sky Discovery Center last week, which will house the first research-grade telescope in #GreaterPHX . DarkSky International

Join Plug and Play Tech Center's expo on May 1 to explore the future of advanced manufacturing w/ top aerospace, semiconductor & supply chain startups & hear the latest innovation trends from industry leaders. Arizona Commerce Authority Intel NXP Honeywell Aerospace Technologies Raytheon eventbrite.com/e/plug-and-pla…

🌱 It's almost Earth Day! ♻️ Celebrate by learning about regional sustainability initiatives & getting involved in hands-on cleanups, festivals, summits & more across #GreaterPHX . #GreaterPHX together #EarthDay #EarthDay 2024 azcentral.com/story/news/loc…

We're collaborating w/ local communities to document #GreaterPHX 's vibrant public art on the global platform Street Art Cities. If you're an artist with public work displayed in the region, claim your profile to upload your work. ⬇️ #streetartcities

Congrats to XNRGY Climate Systems ULC for breaking ground on its new state-of-the-art sustainable manufacturing facility in City of Mesa, Arizona. 🎉 The 4-phase development plan represents $300M in CapEx around a 1M sq. ft. manufacturing hub that will revolutionize sustainable climate control systems.

#GreaterPHX is a hotspot for game-changing cuisine — congrats to local James Beard Foundation finalists Rene Andrade of Bacanora in City of Phoenix, AZ (Best Chef in the southwest region) & Crystal Kass of Valentine in Phx (Outstanding Pastry Chef or Bakery)! 🍽️

🎙️ Learn about local staple The Nile in the latest episode of Greater Phoenix A to Z as Michelle Donovan (The Nile owner) & Charlie Levy (Crescent Ballroom & Valley Bar owner) pull back the curtain on #GreaterPHX 's vibrant music scene. gpec.org/podcast/#episo… 
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Meet Office Admin Chelsey Ogles! In her free time, she enjoys reading & exploring Greater Phoenix with her partner & dog. 📚 🌄 🦮 Learn more about her favorite experiences in the region. ⬇️ #GreaterPHXtogether gpec.org/blog/what-make…