Tech Talent
New ideas are embraced in Arizona. Tech talent in the state benefit from public-private partnerships that enhance learning opportunities and develop skills for the jobs of the future.
Accelerating Technology & Innovation
As one of the nation's youngest and fastest-growing states, Arizona's pioneering spirit encourages its reputation as a hub for testing and scaling new technologies. Companies are taking note that Arizona's vibrant ecosystem is the best place to make global change.
Industry at a Glance
TOP 4
largest semiconductor and other electronic component manufacturing employment
Lightcast, 2023
TOP 4
largest technology & innovation manufacturing employment
Lightcast, 2023
$41B
total gross state product
Seidman Research Institute, fiscal year 2021
$26.3B
total annual wages
Seidman Research Institute, fiscal year 2021
Arizona Success Stories
"Two years after relocating Moov to [Arizona], I can say that this was one of the best decisions we have made as a company."
- Steven Zhou, Moov Co-Founder and CEO
Moov
Due to rising costs in the bay area, Moov Technologies saw Arizona as an opportunity to support the rapidly expanding semiconductor industry as a secondary market for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. The state's pro-business climate and rich startup culture attract global giants as well as emerging tech leaders. With corporate and individual taxes among the lowest in the country, Arizona makes it efficient to start, operate and grow a business.
Innovation Ecosystem
Arizona is the best state in the nation for entrepreneurship, innovation and emerging technology. With a future-forward leadership team, Arizona continues to lead in creating an innovation-driven economy.
InnovatePro-Innovation Policies
Arizona is the best state in the nation for entrepreneurship, innovation and emerging technology. With a future-forward leadership team, Arizona continues to lead in creating an innovation-driven economy.
Policy5/11/2023
Rehrig Pacific Breaks Ground On Manufacturing Facility In Buckeye
BUCKEYE, AZ (May 11, 2023) – Rehrig Pacific, a leading manufacturer of integrated sustainable solutions for the supply chain and environmental waste industries, today held a groundbreaking ceremony of its new injection molding manufacturing plant in Buckeye, Arizona. Anticipating an opening in late April of 2024, this project represents a significant investment in Buckeye, creating over 100 jobs. The first phase of the project includes a 260,000-square-foot facility, with room for incremental growth of up to 500,000-square-feet.
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Avanti Windows & Doors Expands Manufacturing & Installation Footprint In El Mirage
EL MIRAGE, AZ (March 30, 2023) – Avanti Windows & Doors, a leading manufacturer and installer of vinyl window and doors systems, announced the construction of a new facility in El Mirage, Arizona. The 303,419-square-foot site will serve as the company’s headquarters, manufacturing capacity, and field installation operations for the Valley. The new facility will create over 200 new jobs and support over 600 at the site in El Mirage. The capabilities of the new purpose-built facility will allow Avanti to continue industry leading support of its Big Builder customers throughout the Southwest and beyond in their efforts to build new homes.
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