Phoenix's reputation as a resort destination is world-renowned. But perhaps less familiar is the extraordinary business community that exists there. In fact, many of the corporate leaders who vacationed there also discovered a business community and a lifestyle ideal for successful enterprise.

Greater Phoenix is projected to be the 2nd largest "job engine" in the U.S. through 2025, according to Newsweek Magazine. Over the next several years, non-farm employment is expected to grow at about a rate of about 4% annually.

Major industries include:

• Corporate Headquarters and Regional Offices
• High Tech and Bio-Technology
• Healthcare and Medical
• Research and Development
• Business and Professional Services

Major employers include:

• Scottsdale Healthcare
• Mayo Clinic Scottsdale
• General Dynamics-Decision Systems
• Caremark
• DMS Direct Marketing

In addition to a city of thriving business, Phoenix is a vacationer’s dream. Located in the magnifi cent Sonoran Desert, Greater Phoenix has more than 60 world-class resorts and hotels, nearly 200 championship golf courses, luxurious resorts and day spas, and mouth-watering restaurants that include both award-winning eateries and off-the-beaten-track gems. In addition, Greater Phoenix is home to an internationally renowned arts and culture scene with more than 125 art galleries and museums.

Visitors to Phoenix also can enjoy:

• Beautiful year-round weather
• Premier shopping
• Hot air balloon rides
• Off-road desert tours
• Horseback riding
• Rafting
• Hiking
• And more

Greater Phoenix — one of the largest and fastest growing cities in the United States and America's premier desert locale — is an oasis for business and pleasure.

Sources:

Scottsdale Convention & Visitor's Bureau
Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce
Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce
City-Data.com