City of Phoenix Community and Economic Development Department

06/23/2026

What a day at BIO International in San Diego!

From packed meeting schedules to conversations with industry leaders from around the world, Team Phoenix spent Day 1 showcasing why our region is one of the nation's fastest-growing bioscience hubs.

Thank you to our partners at the Flinn Foundation, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, Arizona Commerce Authority, Salt River Project and Wexford Science & Technology across Arizona's bioscience ecosystem for helping tell our story and create new opportunities for innovation and growth.

Day 1 ✔️

Day 2, we're ready for you.

06/18/2026

Discovery accelerates, companies scale and collaboration drives real-world breakthrough innovation and impact on the Phoenix Bioscience Core (PBC), a 30-acre urban life sciences campus in Downtown City of Phoenix, AZ USA. It is home to the highest concentration of research scientists and complementary research professionals in the region. PHXisBIO.com


https://www.axios.com/sponsored/pbc-is-making-arizonas-bioscience-ecosystem-easier-to-navigate

Phoenix is linking research, startups and industry into a stronger bioscience pipeline.

06/16/2026

The Phoenix Business and Workforce Development Board invites you to the next session in its Community of Practice series on June 25 from 8:30-11 a.m. at GateWay Community College, 108 N. 40th St.

This dynamic session will bring together employers, educators, city leaders and workforce partners to co-design the next phase of Phoenix’s healthcare talent pipeline.

Together, we will:

• Explore emerging trends shaping the healthcare sector, including new technologies and an evolving labor market

• Learn proven strategies for expanding, modernizing and strengthening healthcare education and training programs

• Engage in interactive sessions to develop cross sector commitments and actionable strategies that advance healthcare training, recruitment and retention

The event is FREE - register and secure your spot: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6Fqtv-37fOsYYrzoEUgGXIOab5vI1WUhfpRaOpLDpQt_eqw/viewform

06/16/2026

Attend a hiring event with LG Energy Solution on June 17 from 9 a.m. to noon or 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the ARIZONA@WORK West Job Center, 3406 N. 51st Ave.

LG Energy Solution has expanded to the West Valley and is recruiting for Crew Leads and Machine Operators to join its growing team. Day and night shifts are available.

Apply online using the links below and then interview on-site at the hiring event.

Crew Leads - $30-$33/hr.: https://bit.ly/4orGa0l
Machine Operators - $23-$25/hr.: https://bit.ly/49WX7Kk

06/09/2026

Are you an Arizona or New York-based business interested in expanding into the Semiconductor Industry as a supplier? Since 2020, New York and Arizona have combined to invest more than $330B in this supply chain, creating major opportunities for businesses across construction, logistics, facilities, manufacturing support, professional services, and beyond.

With support from JPMorganChase, Next Street has built and launched the PropelAZ and PropelNY Semiconductor Supplier Programs on its proprietary technology platform. Propel offers a free 15-week cohort program with personalized learning pathways for accepted participants in each market, designed to help businesses become more contract-ready and better positioned to pursue emerging opportunities.

Interested applicants are invited to join a virtual information session this month to learn more about the program, participant eligibility, and the featured curriculum and application process. Attendees will also have the opportunity to ask questions live.

Register today for more information. The application deadline is June 26.

📅 PropelAZ Info Sessions | June 10 and 17 at noon MST: bit.ly/4vAZ4nT
📅 PropelNY Info Sessions | June 10 and 17 at noon ET: bit.ly/4vj7bpH

06/03/2026

Thank you, Phoenix.✨

602 Day 2026 was bigger, louder, and more local than ever. More than 450 businesses, organizations, artists, restaurants, shops, and community partners came together to celebrate the spirit of our city and the people who make Phoenix special.

☕ From morning coffee runs to late night celebrations 🥂 , you showed up for local businesses in every corner of Phoenix. Thank you to every resident, visitor, entrepreneur, employee, and business owner who participated, shared deals, welcomed customers, and helped make this year unforgettable. 🎉

A special thank you to our incredible sponsors and partners:
➡️ Valley Metro
➡️ Plaza Companies
➡️ Player 15 Group
➡️ De Rito Partners Development
➡️ RED Development
➡️ Visit Phoenix
➡️ Park Central

And a special thank you to Steve Betts, and Oscar de Las Salas and Gary Jackson for helping make this celebration possible.

602 Day continues to grow because of this community. Thank you for celebrating Phoenix the 602 way.

06/01/2026

602 Day is almost here! June 2 (6/02) is celebrated annually in Phoenix and this year, more than 350 participating businesses and organizations are offering deals, discounts, and special events.

Take advantage while showing community pride! Visit 602Day.com for more information and an interactive map showcasing participating partners.

05/17/2026

Phoenix businesses. We want YOU to be part of 602 Day!

602 Day is all about celebrating the local businesses, restaurants, creators, and experiences that make City of Phoenix unique. From special deals and pop ups to themed drinks, events, and community activations, this is your chance to showcase your business to thousands across the City.

Be like and join the celebration! Sign up today at 602Day.com and get featured on the official 602 Day map and promotions.

05/16/2026

Phoenix welcomed international leaders, CEOs, investors, policymakers, and innovators from across North America.

Thank you to the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA), Phoenix Sister Cities, our partners, speakers, sponsors, and attendees for making this year’s Forum a success.

A special thank you to our sponsors Arizona@Work, SRP and Resolution Copper for helping bring these important conversations to Phoenix.

05/13/2026

Today, Phoenix takes the global stage. 👏

The Phoenix Global Forum brings together leaders from around the world to talk about investment, innovation, AI, workforce, sustainability, and the future of global business.

Big conversations. Big ideas. Big opportunities for Phoenix.