Category: Economic Development
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Emmeline Ventures: Investing in Women’s Health, Innovation, and the Future of Venture Capital
Emmeline Ventures’s vision is simple: When more women are funded, our future becomes one of growth; opportunities no longer sit behind invisible doors. That philosophy was at the center of Emmeline Ventures’ conversation during Arizona Tech Week, where they offered a candid look at how they are reshaping venture capital through a focused lens on…
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Phoenix Emerges as a National Leader in Bioscience
Insights From Mayor Kate Gallego’s State of the City Address Phoenix is strengthening its position as a national hub for bioscience, healthcare innovation, and advanced technology, fueled by major investments, strong cross-sector collaboration, and a focus on improving lives across the region. In her nearly 40 minute address, Mayor Kate Gallego highlighted the city’s expanding…
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GPEC joins national biotechnology symposium in Washington, D.C.
Greater Phoenix, federal leadership discuss biotechnology industry policy efforts at Biotech Across America State Symposium PHOENIX (March 27, 2026) — The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) joined the Biotech Across America State Symposium in Washington, D.C. this week to discuss the strategic importance of strong state and local biotechnology ecosystems in bolstering national security and economic resilience. At…
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JETRO signs MOU with Arizona organizations to strengthen international and semiconductor collaboration
The Japanese trade organization signed with ASU, ACA and GPEC to commit to increased collaboration PHOENIX (March 5, 2026) – Amid increased international investment and to further strengthen economic and trade ties between Arizona and Japan, the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA), Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) and Arizona State University (ASU) signed a Memorandum of…
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Crow’s ‘state of the university’ talk spotlights how ASU is expanding access
President speaks on ASU goals, financial health in presentation to the Arizona Board of Regents ASU President Michael Crow gave his annual “State of the ASU Enterprise and Arizona State University” presentation to the Arizona Board of Regents at the Memorial Union on the Tempe campus on Thursday. Photo by Samantha Chow/ASU News Arizona State…
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ACA and U of A Launch $35.5 Million Semiconductor Nano Fabrication Center
TUCSON, AZ (February 17, 2026) – As the state is anticipated to add over 25,000 new jobs in the semiconductor industry in the coming years, the Arizona Commerce Authority and the University of Arizona are strengthening the workforce pipeline with a $35.5 million facility expansion. University, government and industry leaders unveiled the Office of Research and Partnerships’ Nano Fabrication…
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ASU construction projects for 2026 will include 2 iconic buildings
Improvements to student buildings, new residence halls also in store The Student Union on the Polytechnic campus as seen from a drone on April 8, 2025. The building will start undergoing renovations this year. Photo by Samantha Chow/Arizona State University Work on one of Arizona State University’s most significant construction projects is scheduled to start…
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NAU announces the Maria and Steve Sanghi College of Nursing
NAU has named its College of Nursing the Maria and Steve Sanghi College of Nursing in recognition of a recent gift from longtime NAU supporters Maria and Steve Sanghi. One of the largest gifts since publicly launching Elevate, NAU’s $300 million comprehensive fundraising campaign, the investment will strengthen nursing education, expand student and faculty support,…
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Breakthru Medicine emerges from stealth with $60M Series A for cancer drug development
Phoenix, AZ, January 29, 2026 (Globe Newswire): Breakthru Medicine emerges from stealth mode with the close of a $60M Series A financing round following a prior undisclosed seed round. Breakthru was founded by biotech industry veterans Steve Potts, PhD, Mark Mulvihill, PhD, and Brian Barnett, MD, to deliver disruptive therapeutic modalities to cancer patients to address…
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U of A College of Medicine – Phoenix and Onvida Health Announce Groundbreaking Rural Health Partnership
Mayor of Yuma Douglas Nicholls, State Senator Brian Fernandez, Kristina Diaz, MD, MBA, president of Onvida Health Medical Group, Robert J. Trenschel, DO, MPH, president and CEO of Onvida Health, Fred Wondisford, MD, MS, MBA, dean of the College of Medicine – Phoenix, U of A President Suresh Garimella, Ranita Sharma, MD, executive vice dean…
