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Governor Hobbs Announces Aerospace & Defense-Focused Future48 Workforce Accelerator In Mesa
MESA, AZ (February 19, 2025) – Today, Arizona launched the latest training facility for its nationally-recognized workforce development program. Joined by industry, education, and government leaders, Governor Katie Hobbs today announced the launch of an aerospace & defense-focused Future48 Workforce Accelerator at Chandler-Gilbert Community College in Mesa. Representing a partnership between Governor Hobbs, the Arizona Commerce Authority, Maricopa County Community College District (MCCCD), Chandler-Gilbert Community College (CGCC), and industry partners Boeing and Honeywell, the Accelerator will provide hands-on training to prepare students for in-demand careers in aerospace and defense manufacturing.
LEARN MORE »CC Patio Celebrates Grand Opening of State-Of-The-Art Manufacturing Facility In Phoenix
PHOENIX, AZ (February 3, 2025) – CC Patio, a luxury outdoor furniture manufacturer, recently completed construction of its state-of-the-art 35,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Phoenix, Arizona. CC Patio celebrated the occasion with a ribbon cutting ceremony on February 1. The facility will support over 75 total jobs. The cutting-edge manufacturing space spans two stories across 35,000-square-feet, featuring dedicated areas for welding, powder coating and sandblasting, equipped cushion department, offering a wide selection of Sunbrella fabrics and high-density foam to ensure top-tier comfort and durability.
LEARN MORE »Nestlé Celebrates Grand Opening of State-of-the-Art Beverage Factory and Distribution Center in Glendale
GLENDALE, AZ (January 28, 2025) – Today, Nestlé USA announced the grand opening of its new beverage factory and distribution center in Glendale, Arizona. The new facility will produce creamers for several of Nestlé’s go-to brands, including Coffee mate®, natural bliss® and Starbucks®, and has the ability to extend to additional beverages in the future. With an investment of over $675 million in the Glendale facility, Nestlé is growing its manufacturing network to deliver for consumers today, and into the future. The 630,000-square-foot facility is outfitted with advanced technology; the opening brings 300 jobs to the Glendale community and places Nestlé closer to its West Coast retail customers.
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