Here’s How GPEC, Phoenix and Valley Cities Helped Phoenix Become a Magnet for Innovation 01/24/2020 Community and Economic Development The numbers are staggering. In its just over 30 years of existence, the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) has helped more than 800 companies set up business in Arizona, helped bring more than 144,000 jobs to the state, and attracted more than $16. ... More >>