The International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA) and Phoenix Sister Cities are proud to present the annual Phoenix Global Forum (PGF), on April 8-9, 2025, at the Phoenix Convention Center. Under the theme "Forging the Future," this year's conference will explore solutions to some of the most urgent global challenges, from climate change and economic resilience to the future of work and technology.
"The Phoenix Global Forum is more than a gathering – it's a catalyst for action," Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego said. "In today's rapidly changing world, collaboration is key to solving pressing challenges. The Forum connects global leaders and innovators to forge meaningful partnerships, inspire bold solutions, and lay groundwork for a sustainable and prosperous future."
The PGF 2025 will feature in-depth discussions on a broad spectrum of transformative topics, including generative AI, quantum computing, critical minerals, the energy transition, and advancements in biotechnology, among others. The Forum recognizes Phoenix as a rapidly growing global hub for innovation that fosters an inclusive dialogue on how global partnerships and cutting-edge technologies drive a sustainable future.
A preliminary list of speakers is available online and includes:
- Alfonso Durazo Montaño, Governor of Sonora, Mexico
- Victoria Peacey, President and General Manager, Resolution Copper
- Mila Besich, Mayor, Superior, Ariz.
- Goldy Hyder, President and Chief Executive Officer, Business Council of Canada
- Kellie Romack, Chief Digital Information Officer, ServiceNow
- Kelly C. Chambliss, Senior Vice President, IBM Consulting, Americas
- Euguene D. Seroka, Executive Director, Port of Los Angeles
- Andy Lombard, Founder and CEO, Tesoro VC
Additional speakers will be announced in the coming days.
"We are committed to ensuring that the Phoenix Global Forum not only sparks ideas but also leads to actionable outcomes," Rita Marko, President and CEO of Phoenix Sister Cities, said. "By fostering collaboration across borders and industries, we create solutions that extend far beyond the Forum itself."
The conference will bring together more than 400 distinguished leaders from global companies, governments, academia, and civil society, providing an unparalleled platform to share insights, forge new partnerships, and explore innovative business solutions. With a focus on collaboration and forward-thinking strategies, the PGF 2025 will serve as a catalyst for addressing the critical issues that will shape the future of global innovation, technology, and sustainable growth.
About the Phoenix Global Forum
The Phoenix Global Forum is an annual gathering of thought leaders, policymakers, and industry innovators from around the world. The Forum seeks to foster global dialogue, advance solutions to the world's most pressing challenges, and showcase Phoenix's role as an emerging center of innovation and technological advancement.
For additional information, please visit PhoenixGlobalForum.com.
About the IEFA
The International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA) was created in 1994 to encourage connection, collaboration and innovation to address the world's major challenges. The organization leverages its extensive network to convene a series of events where heads of state and government, C-Suite executives, members of civil society and academics – all of them experts in their respective fields – can discuss their common objectives and ways to achieve them.
The Forum has grown over the past three decades, from a single annual event to a series of yearly conferences spanning three continents: the Conference of Montreal; Toronto Global Forum; World Strategic Forum (held in Miami); the Conference of Paris; the IEFA Latam Forum (held in Buenos Aires); and Phoenix Global Forum (held in Arizona).
About Phoenix Sister Cities
For 50 years, Phoenix Sister Cities has fostered relationships between the residents of Phoenix and our eleven sister cities around the world to promote friendship, peace and prosperity. By partnering with the IEFA, Phoenix Sister Cities extends its reach and advances Phoenix's position on the global stage.
