— Sandra Watson, President and CEO,
DOING BUSINESS IN ARIZONA
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FEATURED LOCATIONS
The Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) is a public-private partnership that leads statewide economic development. The unique structure of the ACA brings together leaders from private industry, academia and all three branches of state government.
Packaging a unique blend of big-city amenities with small-town warmth, Avondale is a keystone community in the Phoenix metropolitan area. We are continuously shaping our future by focusing on strategic growth while embracing the unique qualities that make Avondale a premier business environment.
The City of Tucson Economic Initiatives team works with regional and state partners to attract, expand and retain businesses through the administration of incentives and intensive assistance to primary job creators. In a region of over 1 million people, Tucson has the workforce for your next business expansion or relocation.
Tech Parks Arizona creates the place, environment, and interactive ground that generates, attracts and retains technology companies and talent in alignment with the research, mission, and goals of the University of Arizona (UA).
TOP BUSINESS FACILITIES RANKINGS: ARIZONA
#1 FDI (Capital Investment) | 2023 State Rankings |
#2 Semiconductors | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 5 Aerospace/Defense | 2023 State Rankings |
Top 15 Outdoor Recreation | 2023 State Rankings |
#1 Fastest Growing Counties: Maricopa County | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 5 Agribusiness: Maricopa County | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 10 Life Sciences Growth: Phoenix | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 10 Housing Growth (Mid-Sized Cities): Chandler | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 10 Manufacturing Hubs (Large): Phoenix-Mesa-Chandler | 2023 Metro Rankings |
Top 10 Most Affordable Cities (Over 500K Pop.): Tucson | 2023 Metro Rankings |
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