AGP Executive Report
Last update: 38 minutes agoWorkforce & Industry: Southern Arizona leaders are racing to convert talent into a workforce as advanced manufacturing, aerospace supply chains, healthcare demand, and clean-energy projects (batteries and copper mining) reshape hiring needs, with Pima Community College and Central Arizona College acting as matchmakers and program builders. Mining & Geology: Everlert (now American Gold & Copper) appointed Dr. Richard “Criss” Capps as VP of Mining, Exploration and Geology, adding decades of exploration and NI 43-101 reporting experience to its Arizona-linked growth push. Semiconductors & Training: Arizona’s semiconductor corridor keeps expanding its talent pipeline, including a new Southwest regional hub for semiconductor education and workforce training partnerships tied to major chip players. Energy & Infrastructure: Modigent says its apprenticeship program has topped 100 enrolled participants since Sept. 2025, aiming to ease the skilled-trades shortage that threatens HVAC and other summer-critical building services. Housing & Consumer Pressure: SNAP participation dropped sharply nationwide, with Arizona seeing one of the steepest declines, underscoring mounting pressure on households as costs stay high. Local Business & Services: Metso expanded its Arizona presence with a new service center and training center to strengthen support for mining customers.
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