Tag: Greater Phoenix Economic Council
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A New Way to City launches to elevate stories and perception of Greater Phoenix
Regional brand platform A New Way To City supported by leaders across key economic and entertainment sectors PHOENIX (April 21, 2026) — The region of Greater Phoenix is in the midst of unprecedented growth, but a survey conducted by the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) in 2025 displayed a discrepancy in activity compared to perception among CEOs…
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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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25 Days To SEMICON West In Arizona
Arizona Prepares For Global Spotlight As SEMICON West Approaches PHOENIX, AZ (September 12, 2025) – With 25 days until SEMICON West kicks off in Phoenix, Arizona’s semiconductor industry and historic ecosystem growth are gearing up to take the global stage. SEMICON West, North America’s premier microelectronics exhibition and conference, will be held in Arizona on October…
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GPEC Board of Directors names Christine Mackay as President & CEO
Over 11 years with the City of Phoenix, Mackay led the creation of more than $190 billion in capital investment and 100,000 new jobs PHOENIX (Aug. 28, 2025) — Today, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) Board of Directors announced nationally recognized economic leader Christine Mackay as the new President & CEO of the organization, effective Oct.…
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Thomas Maynard Appointed Interim CEO of GPEC
Search committee names organization’s Senior Vice President, Business Development as temporary leader The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) announced today it has appointed Thomas Maynard as Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective August 2, as recommended by the board-led search committee and approved by executive committee members, following the tenure of Chris Camacho as President and…
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Chris Camacho to depart GPEC after 17 years of visionary economic development leadership
GPEC President & CEO Chris Camacho to step into senior leadership role at Axon PHOENIX (June 27, 2025) — The Board of Directors and leadership team of the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) celebrate the exceptional impact of President and CEO Chris Camacho as he transitions to join Axon in a senior leadership role. Over…
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Inside BIO 2025: Big Wins and Bigger Momentum for Phoenix and the PBC
Bio2025 Last week, the Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC) joined a powerful Arizona delegation for the 2025 BIO International Convention — the largest biotechnology conference in the world, with over 20,000 attendees convening in Boston, MA. This year’s event marked a meaningful shift in momentum for Arizona’s bioscience ecosystem, with renewed energy, new partnerships, and serious…
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Greater Phoenix Awarded EDA Tech Hub Strategy Development Grant
GPEC and a consortium of 25 partners, including the PBC, focused on increasing medical device manufacturing received a federal Tech Hub grant.
