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#GilbertTogether Business Recovery Program

The Gilbert, Arizona Office of Economic Development is committed to attracting, growing and retaining business and industry to the Gilbert community. The Office provides expert site selection services inclusive of: operational cost analysis, incentive comparisons, workforce studies, research and information reflective of state and local tax structures, connectivity to key resources, and project management.

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Access to Workforce of 1 Million within a 30-Minute Commute

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Over 300 Days of Sunshine per Year

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Nationally A-Rated K-12 System

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AAA from All 3 Major Rating Agencies

Learn more about Gilbert, Arizona’s National Accolades

“Our strategic decision to locate our new delivery center in the metro-Phoenix area expands upon our nearly 60-year investment in, and commitment to, Arizona. The new center will further enhance our leadership position in the region by leveraging a deep talent pool of highly-skilled workers to serve our clients across industry sectors.”

Jonas McCormick, Arizona managing principal, Deloitte

“Technology continues to be an instigator for change in Gilbert. Our community continuously proves to be one that embraces new technology and challenges. Everywhere we turn we’re exposed to innovative forms of digital interaction. It’s this type of “Tomorrow Land” mindset that attracts more businesses to the area and positions us as a trailblazing community. I couldn’t be happier to position my businesses in Gilbert.”

Ben Kalkman, Rocket Media

“A major factor for Orbital ATK’s decision to expand in Gilbert is tied to the financial assistance for training given by the Town of the Gilbert. Our location in Gilbert gives us good proximity to the local universities, like Arizona State University, for a good talent pool to draw from.”

Rick Kettner, Site Director of Gilbert Facility, Northrop Grumman

“The availability of ground in Gilbert mixed with the rapid growth of this community provide a tremendous opportunity for Rivulon. Gilbert is one of the fastest growing cities in the country, and we want to grow along with the Town of Gilbert.”

Brian Ellis, President, Nationwide Realty Investors

“The Town customized the development schedule for us and helped us to get into our business and into our location much faster to meet the needs of our customers.”

Brett Manning, Vice President of U.S. Operations, Silent-Aire

“As a recognized brand in the tech industry we’ve had a lot of great success finding and recruiting talent right here in Gilbert, Arizona.”

Calvin Crowder, Vice President of Global Real Estate, GoDaddy

“With higher academic partners in the area preparing a highly educated workforce it has really supported our innovation and research efforts.”

Lamont Yoder, CEO, Banner Health

FEATURED NEWS

Gilbert Launches Free Professional Skills Course through Maricopa Community Colleges

Gilbert, Ariz. - Gilbert is proud to offer a new online professional skills training course created in partnership with Maricopa Community Colleges. The self-paced training is free for all Gilbert residents and employees of Gilbert-based businesses. Participants will...

Gilbert Extends Professional Training Scholarship Program for Residents and Business Owners

Gilbert, Ariz. – Gilbert residents and business owners looking to hone their professional skills through online training programs are encouraged to apply for scholarships for programs being offered at Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC) and Mesa Community...

Town Council Vote Supports UArizona Nursing Expansion in Gilbert

Gilbert, Ariz. - The University of Arizona College of Nursing received the green light to expand its educational offerings in Gilbert, Arizona, thanks to a favorable vote by the Gilbert Town Council last night. With the council’s approval of a lease agreement with...

Corning To Build New Optical Cable Manufacturing Facility in Gilbert

Gilbert, Ariz. – Corning Incorporated, one of the world's leading innovators in materials science, is bringing a new optical cable manufacturing facility to Gilbert that is projected to create 250 jobs for the community. The new Gilbert facility is supported through a...

New Partnership with SRP Brings Solar Energy to Gilbert

Eloy, Ariz. – Gilbert has partnered with SRP to increase the community’s access to renewable energy. The town signed a 15-year agreement to purchase 2.5 megawatts of solar energy from the Central Line Solar Plant, a brand-new solar energy facility that opened in Eloy,...