Struggling to get your team on the same page? Clear roles, smart delegation, and honest communication are the keys. @annhiatt , former Chief of Staff to @google’s CEO and Senior Business Partner to Jeff Bezos, will show you how. Ready to lead better? Start with Augment today. #leadershipskills #workculture https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ62j4MIUoc

📢 New podcast episode! We’re shining the TechFocus Member Spotlight on Vernon Bridges of @comcastbusiness. A powerhouse leader in IT & telecom, Vernon brings 20+ years of experience to the table—plus a passion for mentorship, innovation, and community. 🎙️ With host @emillerphx and sponsor @padtinc on board, this episode is not to be missed! 🎧 Tap the link in bio to listen now. #TechFocus #AZTechCouncil #ComcastBusiness #TechPodcast #ArizonaTech https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ5A3JDz6pY

Arizona continues to be the global epicenter of automated vehicle growth @Waymo #Waymo #Arizona #Mesa #futuregrowth #Economy #Economicdevelopment https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ41fOjsgw-

Small Business Boot Camp Session 362 - Funding for Your Small Business

Axon - State Senate Bill 1543 Signing

This Thursday join Jacob Taylor, Sandul G., Grant Creach, Daniel B., and Jake Henningsen who are actively building the future of gaming in Arizona. From a young game producer making waves in the industry, to representatives from a major gaming company and a university innovating in gaming education, this conversation will spotlight the opportunities, challenges, and vision driving growth in the region. Learn how these players are contributing to a thriving ecosystem and what they see coming next. Whether you're an aspiring developer or an industry veteran, this panel offers insights into the road ahead. https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ4qNQTyVJT

Venture Scale Graduation - Arizona Innovation Expo

NEW: GTI Energy, a leading contract manufacturer of mission critical equipment, will invest $53 million to expand its manufacturing facility in Goodyear, creating 600 new jobs! @cityofgoodyear #Arizona #Goodyear #GTIEnergy #manufacturing #newjobs #economicdevelopment https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ4eIUMz1bx

Some partnerships aren’t just about growth. They’re about protecting your business. Caen Contee, founding executive at @lime , shares how Lime’s partnership with @uber helped them scale to 30+ countries and defend their market. Want to learn the real story behind international expansion? This class is for you. Watch it for free! #businessstrategy #entrepreneurship #expansion https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ4Sjw9Iur-

This Thursday join us for a fast-paced briefing on the current state of Arizona’s gaming industry. Led by industry expert Jacob Taylor, this session will unpack the latest developments, trends, and data shaping the local gaming landscape. Discover how Arizona is positioning itself as a hub for game development, innovation, and talent. From new studio launches to educational initiatives, we’ll explore the momentum building across the state. This session is perfect for anyone looking to get up to speed on where the industry stands—and where it’s headed. https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ2P-eXTbF_

Through investment in @arizonastateuniversity, @NAUflagstaff and @UArizona, we can enhance access to higher education, tackle Arizona's pressing challenges and boost workforce development. @aztechcouncil CEO Steve Zylstra shares how #AZOpportunity is creating a brighter future for Arizona. https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ2KhZZSiKS

BEAD Round 2 Subgrantee Application Guidance: Tribal Nations & Communities

RIBBON CUTTING: Congrats Apex Power Conversion the opening of its U.S. headquarters and manufacturing facility in Mesa! With a $60+ million investment, the facility will create up to 700 new jobs for Arizonans. #Mesa #Arizona #Apexpowerconversion #battery #Granopening #Newjobs #Economicdevelopment #manufacturing #Headquarters https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ2IZuwtKJz

📣 Welcome to the team, Cepand Alizadeh! We’re thrilled to announce Cepand has joined the Arizona Technology Council as our Government Relations Specialist. With a passion for sustainability and a strong background in law and policy, he’s ready to help lead the charge for clean energy in Arizona. ⚡🌱 Let’s give him a warm welcome! 👏 #AZTechCouncil #CleanEnergy #Sustainability #PublicPolicy https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ2B_jOPOsL

BEAD Subgrantee Pre-Registration Guidance

The best time to start a business was two years ago. The second best time? Today. What’s even better? You don’t have to do it alone. Learn from the founders of YouTube, Wikipedia, Waze, and more as they share their journeys and insights to help you take that first step with confidence. Enroll today and get 30% off. #entrepreneurmind #startupsuccess https://www.instagram.com/p/DJ1mw0aIJoR

PHX Innovation Ecosystem is Growing 📈 https://www.instagram.com/p/DJzoG9lzmKk

Augment — Year 3! Looking back at who we were when we started, there was so much we didn’t know. We’d never filmed a course. Never built a brand. Never hired or managed a team. We were absolutely clueless about so many things and had very little to show for it. It’s almost painful to think how obvious that must’ve been to all our mentors and investors. But I now also realize that we had two traits that made up for all of it: A spirit of enthusiasm and a profound passion for entrepreneurship. Every fiber of our being wanted to get on this journey. We were ready to learn, ready to build, and willing to do just about anything to make it work. It’s 100% energy and enthusiasm that got us there, not skills. The belief that you can just do things. This spirit of enthusiasm is what I cherish most in today’s Augment team, in our instructors, and in the thousands of entrepreneurs in the Augment community. I believe this is not only what helps great companies get started but also what keeps them going over time. So here’s my wish for Augment’s third anniversary: That we never lose this very special energy and our spirit of optimism. Happy Birthday, @augment_org !!🤩🔥😍 Let’s keep going!! https://www.instagram.com/p/DJzPWc7Itnt

Yesterday was the 5th InnovatePHX Hackathon, where creativity and civic innovation took center stage! Teams of five people– many meeting for the first time that morning – spent the entire day brainstorming, researching, and analyzing how to help residents stay cool while getting around the city whether walking, biking, and/or waiting for public transit in Phoenix’s sweltering summer heat, making our urban landscape safer, cooler, and more connected for all. 🔥 The day culminated in a pitch competition where each team presented their ideas to a panel of judges for a shot at cash prizes and community impact. Huge thanks to our participants, judges, attendees, and the PHX Office of Innovation– for making this event such a success. Together, we’re not just imagining the future. We’re building it. And we can't forget about CleanTech & Sustainability Night: Smart(er) Water: Where Daniel Alvarez and John Hayden explored how technology will transform how we manage, monitor, and conserve water. https://www.instagram.com/p/DJu3IsOy7cz

Please join us in extending a big AZTC welcome to our newest board member, Craig Jackman with Paragon IT Professionals! 🎉 We’re thrilled to add his IT services and workforce solutions expertise to our Board of Directors. Read more about Craig here ➡️ aztechcouncil.org/news-and-press https://www.instagram.com/p/DJuU2LovCCI

Most people avoid accounting like it’s scary. But understanding money means understanding every decision behind a business. @kellyrpope breaks down accounting in a way that actually makes sense, and gives you a real edge in any meeting you’re in. What’s stopping you from owning your numbers? #financialliteracy #accountingtips https://www.instagram.com/p/DJt70_CIozw

Okay, Phoenix is trailing, but.... it's on the list. Now we climb. Keep the momentum going, PHX FWD! https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7326693773491478528

Arizona trade is at record levels, with more than 100 foreign direct investment projects since 2023! We’re proud to lead Arizona’s statewide delegation at this year’s #SelectUSASummit in Washington D.C. https://www.instagram.com/p/DJrwvu6txuG

“People don’t like being sold to.” But what if great sales isn’t about selling at all? @jeffreygitomer, the King of Sales, shares how understanding what people really want changes everything, in business and in life. This is one module from the Augment MBA, with lessons from founders of YouTube, Shazam, and more. 🚨 Spoiler alert: It’s sales you’ll actually want to try. Check it out. #salestips #businessgrowthtips https://www.instagram.com/p/DJrVQFLIbm4

Thanks to PHX FWD Clate Mask, Horizon Strategies Jenn Daniels, Arizona Board of Regents Monica Trejo, M.Ed for your inspiring messages at our PHX East Valley Partnership “Leadership for the Future” Forum: “Conquer the Chaos,” “Fail, Fail Again, Fail Better,” #Persistence #Vision #BuildtheTeam #Education #LeadOn https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7328422023548796928