Championship Cityhttps://www.investinphoenix.com/grow-expand/championship-cityChampionship CityWe drive prosperity through high-quality job attraction and workforce training. Offering tailored support, our team maximizes capital investment, assists in creating quality jobs, and facilitates business expansion in our booming city. From technical assistance to development support, we provide a range of tools for businesses of all sizes./images/WhyCed-BannerImg.jpg/images/WhyCed-ThumbnailImg.jpgchampionship-cityChampionship CityGrow ＆ Expandgrow-expand/championship-city

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Downtown Dominancehttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=526Downtown Dominance<div class="ExternalClass6CBF9D8E8524442E8A9FCA8EF937BC24"><p></p><p>Downtown Phoenix, with its year-round sunny​​ weather, will be a prime destination for corporations during the 2026 NCAA Women's Final Four (April 2-5, 2026). The city embraces an 18-hour downtown experience, blending strategic urban development with an in-demand sports hub. Boasting more than 250 bars, restaurants and coffee shops, and a top 10 convention center,​ Downtown Phoenix provides the perfect backdrop for meetings and celebrations, and stands ready to welcome visitors from around the world.​ Home to the recently renovated Mortgage Matchup Center and four professional sports teams​ - Phoenix has hosted major events related to four Super Bowls (XXX in 1996, XLII in 2008, XLIX in 2015, LVII in 2023), the 2025 WNBA Finals, 2024 NCAA Men's Final Four, 2024 WNBA All-Star Game, 2023 MLB World Series, 2021 NBA Finals, and 2016 College Football Championship. The city exemplifies the precision and energy of a championship team. ​</p></div>1_self_selfGP0|#4f843b55-ef85-4add-892b-c3c2f59700b7;L0|#04f843b55-ef85-4add-892b-c3c2f59700b7|Championship City;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNavcolorblockLeftRed5thLargest City in the U.S.RedBlockLeft
A Slam-Dunk Approach to Economic Development​https://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=529A Slam-Dunk Approach to Economic Development​<div class="ExternalClass3E6E9397EA884751A6CCA18D7560FC21"><div class="ExternalClassAD05DF4A61574B5AB545ED103A6E5869" style="text-align:left;"><h2>A Slam-Dunk Approach to Economic Development​​<br></h2><p>Our team is actively driving economic growth through a strategic playbook, much like a college basketball team strategizing for the championship. We specialize in attracting top-notch talent and training a winning workforce. Just as a team distinguishes itself with game-changing plays, we implement value-added economic development programs and foster public-private partnerships to score big on overall economic vitality. With a slam dunk focus on global markets, Phoenix has become a competitive player, drawing in international businesses of all sizes.​</p><p>In Phoenix, we execute a full-court press on economic ​development, creating an​ environment for businesses to thrive. Our game plan revolves around collaboration, innovation and community building, working seamlessly on the court. Our team assists businesses with:​​<br></p><ul style="column-count:2;text-align:left;"><li><p>​Job Attraction & Training<br></p></li><li><p>Global Market Presence<br></p></li><li><p>Public-Private Partnerships<br></p></li><li><p>Tailored Support for Businesses<br></p></li><li><p>Value-Added Economic Programs<br></p></li></ul></div></div>5GP0|#4f843b55-ef85-4add-892b-c3c2f59700b7;L0|#04f843b55-ef85-4add-892b-c3c2f59700b7|Championship City;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254daNoHot
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Supporting Your Growthhttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/DispForm.aspx?ID=528Supporting Your Growth<div class="ExternalClassD516B5833B974740BC18A94F240B7EAF"><p></p><p>​Immerse yourself in Phoenix's winning spirit, where the pro-business climate, energy reliability and booming industries create a home court advantage. Our team is your coach, offering tailored support and crafting a customized playbook to propel your business to victory. We understand the importance of strategic moves and dynamic plays to ensure your business takes center stage in our thriving economic arena.<br></p></div>10Discover Morehttps://www.investinphoenix.com/grow-expand_self_selfmodern open space office interior with blurred business colleaguesGP0|#4f843b55-ef85-4add-892b-c3c2f59700b7;L0|#04f843b55-ef85-4add-892b-c3c2f59700b7|Championship City;GTSet|#a34b90d3-8600-496b-a17d-9e6a6a91b4a4;GPP|#fe7ee8cd-243d-46b1-9fb1-97839d7062c8;GPP|#41a9ade5-c6dd-4fde-b0e5-5e7e8ca254dahttps://www.investinphoenix.com/Lists/DynamicPageSections/Attachments/528/modern open space office interior with blurred business colleagues.jpgColorblockLeftGreenBlockLeft
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