Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) Annual Report 2010

Driving the Conversation. Leading the Action. GPEC 2010 Annual Report

Steven Chan
President
Suntech America, Inc.

"Arizona has fantastic renewable energy policies, and the right leadership and business climate to support fast-growing companies like us."

Christine Mackay
Economic Development Director
City of Chandler

"Being part of the increased focus on California is one of the best ways to see GPEC's significant impact first hand."

Tom Johnston
Senior Managing Director
Cushman & Wakefield of Arizona, Inc.

"We saw a unique opportunity to reduce the region's available commercial and industrial property and jumped on it."

Steve Betts
Former Chief Executive Officer
SunCor Development Company

"I'm proud that OGP helped drive the business community dialog toward common-sense solutions to our State's fiscal crisis."

Tammy McLeod
Vice President & Chief Customer Officer
Arizona Public Service Company

"Engaging CEOs and site selectors one-on-one, while showing off all the region has to offer is an incomparable experience."

Denise Resnik
President
Denise Resnik & Associates, Inc.

"We're laser-focused on making Greater Phoenix competitive by impacting public policy and addressing the region's most pressing issues."

Mike Bidwill
President
Arizona Cardinals

"No one is fighting harder for jobs in Arizona than GPEC – a job creation program would be a game changer."

Steve Cowman
Chief Executive Officer
Stirling Energy Systems, Inc.

"The renewable incentive is a critical factor in driving increased investment into Greater Phoenix. GPEC's role in this effort was invaluable."

Don Smith
President & Chief Executive Officer
SCF Arizona

"By leading a delegation to Washington D.C. and promoting key business legislation, GPEC has kept Arizona relevant in the global marketplace."

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