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Presentations from 2013 Economic Forum now available

Presentations from the 2013 Cox Communications/East Valley Economic Forum are now available on EVP’s Resources page.

The event was held on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 at the Phoenix Marriott Mesa. An economic update and forecast on the East Valley & Arizona was provided by Dr. Lee McPheters of Arizona State University, and keynote remarks were made by Michael Gregory of BMO Capital Markets. Slides from both presentations are available for viewing or download on the Resources page.

Save the Date & Register Now: 2013 Economic Forum Details Announced

EVP will hold its annual Economic Forum event on Wednesday, December 11, 2013 from 3:30 to 6:30 PM at the Phoenix Marriott Mesa.

Keynote remarks will be made by Michael Gregory, Chief Economist for BMO Capital Markets. Mr. Gregory will address the long-standing trade relationship between Arizona and Canada, and how that relationship can be expanded and strengthened. Dr. Lee McPheters of ASU will provide the East Valley Economic Update.

In addition, the 2013 Excel Awards will be presented to George Hoffman of City of Apache Junction, and DMB Associates, in recognition of their long-time contributions to our East Valley region.

Special thanks to Title Sponsor Cox Communication, and to 2013 Speaker Sponsor – BMO Harris Bank.

Click here to register online now!
Click here to download invite & registration form (PDF).

2013 Cox Communications/East Valley Economic Forum
Wednesday, December 11, 2013
3:30 PM (Registration) – 4:00 PM (Networking Reception) – 5:00 PM (Program Begins) – 6:30 PM (Approximate Program End)
Phoenix-Mesa Marriott : 200 N Centennial Way, Mesa, AZ 85201
Keynote Speaker: Michael Gregory, CFA – Senior Economist and Head of Canadian Rates Strategy, BMO Capital Markets
East Valley Economic Update: Dr. Lee McPheters, ASU

Call for 2013 Excel Award Nominations

This December, East Valley Partnership will host the 20th Annual Cox Communications/East Valley Economic Forum. Event details are currently being finalized and more information will be forthcoming.

In addition to a dynamic program, we will also continue our tradition of recognizing leaders & organizations from around the East Valley for their tremendous work and contributions to the region.

Making a nomination is an excellent way to thank valued leaders and organizations for their efforts and accomplishments. The two specific awards are:

“Dwight Patterson Lifetime Achievement Award”
Recognizing an individual that has demonstrated lifelong contributions in the community

“Kerry Dunne Sustaining Leadership Award”
Acknowledging an organization that has exemplified sustaining leadership in a given area or industry in the East Valley.

Consider nominating someone today!
The nomination deadline is October 18, 2013. Please click here to download the PDF nomination form. Nominations may be submitted as follows:

• Email to msterling (at) evp-az.org OR
• Mail to 535 W. Baseline Road, Suite 107, Mesa AZ 85210 OR
• Fax to 480-325-2640

Nominations will be reviewed by the Excel Awards Committee for final selection.