ELECTRIC / DRIVERLESS VEHICLES

ElectraMeccanica

Mesa offered the best proposal at the end – best land for us, best overall site, best workforce options for us. Then you couple that with the fact that the logistics of being very close to our target market, it made it really appealing . . . [There is] a tier one supply base here, there are engineering firms that are coming here already and that is really appealing to us because there is a talent base that is already starting to come here.

Paul Rivera, CEO
ElectraMeccanica
VIDEO INTERVIEW announcing the selection of Mesa, AZ as new location of their 235K SF assembly facility and engineering technical center.
March 2021

TECHNOLOGY & DATA CENTERS

Facebook

We are thrilled to be breaking ground on our newest data center. Mesa stood out as a great location for a number of reasons. It has great access to infrastructure, opportunities for renewable energy development, strong talent for both construction and operations, and great community partners.

Rachel Peterson, VP of Infrastructure
Facebook
Announcement of 960,000 SF Data Center Campus
August 2021

Comarch

We chose Mesa due to it progressing as an up-and-coming technology region, reasonable energy prices, existing infrastructure, lack of natural disasters, and business-friendly opt-in processes which reduced timelines for go-live. The Mesa Office of Economic Development team was also a positive factor as they created a support system to make it easier to navigate an otherwise complicated endeavor for an international company.

Louis Rossi, Director of Business Development for North America
Comarch
Announcement of 32,000 SF Data Center
June 2021

OptimumHQ

Choosing to headquarter our office in Mesa allows OptimumHQ to attract talented employees where they live. We can do amazing work as a startup software company with employees who are not only highly skilled and productive, but who also enjoy a work-life balance with the amenities and family-friendly atmosphere that Mesa provides.

Simon Chatfield, CEO
OptimumHQ
October 2019

HEALTHCARE & MEDICAL TECH

Dexcom, Inc.

We are thrilled to locate our new, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in the Greater Phoenix area where the healthcare industry is seeing accelerated growth. We chose Mesa due to the available, talented workforce, in addition to the proximity to our headquarters in San Diego and our key suppliers. Given our company’s growth, and the growing demand for CGM technology, we felt that a significant expansion of our manufacturing capability in this location was a good strategic fit.

Kevin Sayer, President and CEO
Dexcom, Inc.
Grand opening of 180,000-square-foot manufacturing facility
April 2017

Dexcom, Inc.

During the past five years, Dexcom has gone from being chiefly unknown in Arizona to one of the largest manufacturing entities in the region, employing 1,000 people in Mesa. We have been able to successfully attract high-level talent and find the quantity of employees needed, as evidenced by our rapid production growth. We have collaborated with Arizona universities and Mesa Community College to acquire high-quality employees as well as develop internship programs to fill our pipeline. Expanding our manufacturing operations to Mesa, Arizona was a great decision.

Jim Kasselmann, Senior Director, General Manager
Dexcom, Inc.
March 2021

AEROSPACE & DEFENSE

KP Aviation

When we looked across the country for KP Aviation’s new headquarters, Arizona quickly became the front runner. On top of being a major international aviation hub with pro-business regulations, the southeast valley is ranked amongst the best places to live, retire and attend public school in America. With 300 sunny days a year in Mesa, the future for KP Aviation looks bright. (VIDEO)

Kim Schulze, Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer
KP Aviation
Announcement of 93,000 SF Headquarters and Distribution Facility
June 2022

CAVU Aerospace

I have always loved the Mesa Gateway Airport area and CAVU Aerospace is thrilled to be here! The City of Mesa and AZ Commerce Authority have been incredibly supportive, and we are happy to be located in a growing area where our employees can live great lives and not spend a ton of time commuting. We see nothing but growth in Mesa and look forward to expanding even further here!

Kenneth Kocialski, Partner
CAVU Aerospace
February 2021

Inter-Coastal Electronics, Inc.

Doing business in Mesa for over 30 years, ICE leverages partnerships with local aerospace companies to develop critical job skills required for success in the engineering industry. The diversity and location of Mesa’s Falcon District allows ICE to employ a wide range of talented people from college graduates to veterans.

Shawn Kirkpatrick, President
Inter-Coastal Electronics, Inc.
December 2019

Times Microwave Systems

We continue to grow in Mesa because of the access to a great talent pool and the close proximity to key customers both in Arizona and on the West Coast. We wanted to scale this building to be the headquarters of the West to grow our business and support our customers.

Bill Callahan, General Manager
Times Microwave Systems
Grand opening of 62,000-square-foot manufacturing facility
June 2019

Allegiant Air

Our partnership with the City of Mesa has been a critical part of Allegiant’s effort to establish and grow air service in the community. With consistent support and innovative thinking from the Mesa team, over the years we have seen a successful base continue to expand and flourish - bringing affordable, accessible travel to millions of visitors and residents.

Scott Sheldon, Executive VP and CFO
Allegiant Air
September 2017

The Boeing Company

The Boeing Company’s location in Mesa, Arizona was once an orange grove and open desert, and more than 30 years ago a facility was constructed to produce helicopters for United States and allied forces. We’re still producing helicopters, and so much more, because of great partnerships with the City of Mesa and the East Valley, local area industry, an engaged workforce, and a community invested in our continued success. 

Steve Wade, Boeing VP of Attack Helicopter Programs
& Sr. Mesa Site Executive
The Boeing Company
September 2017

Able Aerospace Systems

When we were deciding on a site for our new facility we had many great choices, including sites out-of-state. The City of Mesa’s Mayor and his team worked hard to devise a win-win scenario that made Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport the best value alternative for Able Engineering. All the way through the process we felt like the City of Mesa was a true partner, and we look forward to many successful years working in, and with, the City of Mesa.

Lee Benson, Former CEO
Able Aerospace Systems
Groundbreaking of 191,000-square-foot maintenance, repair, and overhaul facility
February 2012

Embraer Executive Jet Services

Embraer Executive Jet Services (EEJS) support strategy to serve its existing and new Phenom and Legacy business jet customers included the deployment of new Embraer Owned Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) Service Centers across North America. After a series of extensive studies performed to determine the optimum location for the construction of these EEJS MRO centers, one of the sites retained was Mesa, Arizona. Mesa offers a wonderful hub location for many of our Western United States customers. Weather is mild and predictable making pilot workload easier on flight planning. Mesa is without a doubt a winning location for one of Embraer’s Executive Jet Service Centers.

Jacques Blondeau Former VP Maintenance Services World Wide
Embraer

LOGISTICS & DISTRIBUTION

Crescent Crown Distributing

The City of Mesa is first Rate and a model for how to get things done. The City team set an ambitious goal for the project and together we made it happen. To go from a conceptual rendering to permits in 10 weeks, particularly for a building of this size, must be a record. The entire Mesa team showed dedication, professionalism and cooperation throughout the process.

Rich Marchant, Vice President-Operations
Crescent Crown Distributing

MANUFACTURING

CMC Steel

CMC has operated our existing mill in Mesa, Arizona since 2009, and we are excited to announce the expansion of our footprint in the state with the construction of our third, state-of-the-art micro mill adjacent to our existing mill. The State of Arizona and City of Mesa have proven to be business-friendly partners and we look forward to continuing that partnership with this investment.

Barbara R. Smith, Chairman of the Board, President and CEO
CMC Steel
Announcement of its Mesa operations with a $300 million state-of-the-art micro steel mill
August 2020

Bonelli Doors + Windows

Mesa is a great fit for Bonelli. With its low cost of living, educated workforce, freeway connections to major markets, and international airport, it is an ideal location for our headquarters and operations.

Cameron Wyatt, President
Bonelli Doors + Windows
Announcement of relocating its 50K SF manufacturing and headquarters from California to Mesa, Arizona
April 2021

LAUNCHPOINT, MESA TECHNOLOGY ACCELERATOR

GT Medical Technologies, Inc.
GammaTile, Inc.

 Thanks to the City of Mesa Economic Development staff for all of the accommodation, support, and flexibility during our participation in Launchpoint. The experience was foundational to the progress the company has made to date.

Brian Martin, VP of Corporate Development
GT Medical Technologies, Inc.
GammaTile, Inc.
October 2018

HEADQUARTERS

Aqua-Tots

As native Arizonans and Mesa residents, we are proud to have built the Aqua-Tots brand in our hometown for over 28 years. Mesa offers low cost of doing business as well as access to an amazing workforce, enabling Aqua-Tots to offer lifesaving swimming skills through millions of annual swim lessons in 100+ communities throughout 14 countries.

Ron Sciarro, Co-Founder
Aqua-Tots
Grand opening of worldwide headquarters in Mesa
January 2020

 

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