PHX East Valley Partnership

05/15/2026

We wrapped up The PHX East Valley Partnership’s 44th Annual Meeting with some fun trivia, great conversations and prize giveaways! 🎉

A special thank you to Eureka! at Novus Innovation Corridor in Tempe, King's Fish House, Tempe at Tempe Marketplace, Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill – Tempe at Tempe Marketplace and Salt & Straw Ice Cream at Novus Innovation Corridor for generously providing gift cards for today’s giveaways and helping us close out the morning on a high note.

Thank you to everyone who joined us for another successful annual meeting — we look forward to continuing the conversation throughout the year!

05/15/2026

This morning, the Partnership’s esteemed panel of experts put artificial intelligence in context and explained how they are using AI on the job.

Thanks to Alison Brooks, Visit Mesa; Leo Goncalves, University of Phoenix; Emily Ward, Fennemore; and Korey Wilkes, Butler Design Group. And a big thanks to Arizona Business Magazine Editor Michael Gossie for moderating a compelling discussion.

05/15/2026

AI isn’t replacing the workforce — it’s reshaping it.

Thank you to Leo Goncalves, Vice President of Workforce Solutions at University of Phoenix, for delivering today’s keynote on AI and the Workplace. From emerging trends to workforce readiness, Leo provided valuable insight into how organizations can adapt and thrive in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.

05/14/2026

Thank you to Kirk Adams, Managing Partner of Mayo Global, for sharing an exciting update on the future of The Palo District.

The reimagining of the former Fiesta Mall site into a $2.5 billion mixed-use development represents a transformational investment in Mesa and the East Valley’s future. We look forward to seeing this vision continue to come to life.

05/14/2026

Former City of Mesa, Arizona Government Mayor John Giles joined us this morning to discuss one of Arizona’s most pressing challenges — the childcare and early childhood development crisis.

As an advisory board member for First Things First, Mayor Giles shared the importance of investing in early learning opportunities and supporting Arizona families to strengthen our future workforce and economy.

Thank you for helping keep this important conversation front and center.

05/14/2026

Thank you to Dr. Richard Daniel, President of Mesa Community College, for sharing exciting updates on the college’s continued growth, innovation and impact in our region.

From expanding programs to celebrating milestone achievements, Mesa Community College continues to play a critical role in developing the East Valley’s future workforce.

05/14/2026

A huge thank you to the sponsors who made The PHX East Valley Partnership’s 44th Annual Meeting possible.

Special appreciation to presenting sponsor University of Phoenix, along with supporting sponsors First Things First, Mesa Community College and AZ BIG Media for helping bring together leaders from across the East Valley for an impactful morning of conversation and collaboration. 👏

05/14/2026

📍 Kicking off The PHX East Valley Partnership’s 44th Annual Meeting this morning at Mesa Community College Performing Arts Center!

President & CEO John Lewis opened the program by highlighting the continued growth, innovation and collaboration shaping the East Valley — from education and workforce development to emerging technologies and regional investment.

We’re excited for a morning of impactful conversations on AI, economic development, education and Arizona’s workforce future.

05/12/2026

Chandler racked up another award, ranking as the fourth best midsize (250k to 499,999k population) housing market for buyers. A recent Consumer Affairs study (https://www.consumeraffairs.com/finance/best-housing-markets-for-buyers.html) evaluated cities in housing market competitiveness, affordability, home size and livability. Compared to other midsize and large cities, Chandler is noted as a place of opportunity for young professionals and families seeking to buy a home.

City Government of Chandler, Arizona

We analyzed more than 270 housing markets across America for affordability, competition and quality of life to find where homebuyers fare the best.

05/11/2026

Last chance to register for the PHX East Valley Partnership’s 44th Annual Meeting! Don’t miss the updates on the state’s childcare services crisis, experts from University of Phoenix and other Valley companies will share actionable ideas for taking AI from pilot to adoption. There will also be updates on the state’s childcare services crisis and the Palo District, an 80-acre mixed-use development at the former Fiesta Mall. To reserve your space, contact Jessica Hubbard, [email protected]. There is no cost to attend.