We probably sound like a broken record at this point, but Arizona is doing really well in economic recovery coming out of the Covid-19 pandemic. Here’s another report that proves it. Arizona is number 3 in the country for job recovery, according to a report from the Arizona Commerce Authority. The state’s job recovery rate … Read more
National Economic Development Week is wrapping up, but what isn’t ending this week is ASU’s commitment to helping businesses thrive in Arizona and contribute to the state’s economy. ASU’s Economic Development team works to help businesses succeed in our pro-business state by positioning them within reach of talented people and a multitude of resources at … Read more
The Covid-19 pandemic cost the United States over 22 million jobs. The U.S. is 8 million jobs short of where we were in February 2020. Even so, Arizona job growth is increasing. It won’t be slowing down any time soon, as the state economy recovers faster than the rest of the country. Amid the country’s … Read more
Business Facilities, a national bi-monthly magazine, announced today their winners of the Economic Development Deal of the Year Awards for 2013. The awards go to the companies that showcased the best deal that impacts the local and state economy in which their facility is located. The Gold Award, a.k.a. 1st place, went to Apple’s manufacturing … Read more
Curtis Gunn, Chairman of Desert Angels, is the first Arizona investor to be appointed to the Angel Capital Association Board, and will serve for three years. The Angel Capital Association is the leading professional and trade association supporting the success of angel investors in high-growth, early-stage ventures. “I look forward to raising the awareness of Arizona companies, … Read more
Entrepreneur magazine named Arizona one of the top 10 places to start a business — hailing our startup community, innovation and investment resources. So in case you were wondering, or debating a move, Arizona is the place to be for high-tech businesses. What they raved about: “The Southwestern state hosts the Arizona Innovation Challenge each year … Read more