Director outlines five priorities in Phoenix 'future-focused' economic development strategy

Sep 10, 2026

Economic Development Director Ryan Toohill closed a six-part series with a high-level, five-priority strategy—targeting future industries, growing local businesses, workforce connections, vibrant corridors and conditions for sustainable growth—and said the plan is a kickoff that will be refined with stakeholder input.

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Economic Development Director Ryan Toohill presented the concluding session of a six-part series Sept. 9, framing a "future-focused" economic development strategy built around five priorities: leading in future industries, growing Phoenix businesses and entrepreneurship, connecting residents to quality jobs, building vibrant corridors and neighborhoods, and creating conditions for sustainable growth.

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