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Scottsdale Economic Development

Primary Industries

Powering Scottsdale’s Economy

Corporate Headquaters

Key Advantages for Corporate Headquarters.

With a strategic location in the heart of the Phoenix metropolitan area, Scottsdale is home to a growing number of global and national companies that have chosen the city as their headquarters. The city provides the ideal balance of accessibility, business-friendly policies, and a highly educated workforce, making it the perfect place for companies looking to establish or relocate their headquarters.

Top companies calling Scottsdale home: ASM, Choice Hotels, MLBPA, Nationwide, Axon

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Prime Location

Scottsdale’s proximity to major transportation hubs, including Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport and the region's extensive highway system, provides easy access to national and international markets.

Business-Friendly Environment

Access to state programs, and a low regulatory burden, allows businesses to focus on growth and innovation.

Skilled Workforce

Scottsdale is home to a highly educated and experienced workforce, making it a prime location for recruiting top talent in fields such as finance, technology, and operations.

Access to Capital and Resources

The city is well-connected to financial institutions, venture capital firms, and business resources, ensuring that corporations have the tools and support they need to succeed.

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Financial and Insurance Services

Why Finance and Insurance Leaders Choose Scottsdale.

Scottsdale is a growing hub for financial and insurance services, offering the ideal balance of business-friendly infrastructure, top-tier talent, and a high quality of life that attracts industry leaders and innovators alike. From regional headquarters to disruptive fintech startups, companies choose Scottsdale for its strategic location, talent pipeline, and supportive environment.

Strong Industry Base

Scottsdale is home to major players like Nationwide, Vanguard, and CVS/Aetna, alongside a growing network of boutique firms and innovative startups in financial services and insurance.

Skilled Workforce

With access to top universities and a highly educated population, Scottsdale offers a deep talent pool in finance, actuarial science, risk management, data analytics, and customer service.

Operational Advantage

Companies benefit from Scottsdale’s central location, connectivity to major U.S. markets, and modern office space options with Class A amenities.

Healthcare Services and Innovation

Why Healthcare Organizations Choose Scottsdale.

Scottsdale is more than a place to live well — it’s a place to lead in wellness. With a nationally recognized healthcare infrastructure, a thriving ecosystem of biotech and medtech startups, and a collaborative environment for research and innovation, Scottsdale is where the future of healthcare is being shaped.

Healthcare is one of the city’s fastest-growing industries, employing tens of thousands and driving investment across clinical services, specialty care, and medical technology.

Top companies calling Scottsdale home: HonorHealth, Mayo Clinic, CVS Health, LifeStance Health, Anuncia.

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Top-Tier Healthcare Systems

Home to world-renowned providers like HonorHealth, Mayo Clinic, and Banner Health, Scottsdale offers a high concentration of hospitals, specialty clinics, and research institutions.

Healthy, Active Population

With a strong base of health-conscious residents and visitors, Scottsdale is ideal for launching wellness-focused products and services.

Supportive Business Environment

Scottsdale’s economic development team provides tailored support to healthcare startups, expanding practices, and R&D ventures seeking to grow in our city.

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IT Services and Software

Why Tech Thrives in Scottsdale.

Scottsdale is fast becoming a destination of choice for IT services and software companies — from cutting-edge startups to global tech leaders. With a strong talent pipeline, vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem, and unparalleled quality of life, Scottsdale offers the perfect environment for tech businesses.

Top companies calling Scottsdale home: BlueYonder, Acronis, Mindbody, Ring, Zocdoc, Parchment

Growing Tech Ecosystem

Scottsdale is home to a dynamic mix of SaaS companies, data centers, IT consulting firms, and digital service providers — all supported by strong public-private collaboration and access to capital.

Skilled Talent Pool

Scottsdale benefits from a highly educated and tech-savvy workforce, bolstered by top universities and coding bootcamps throughout the Greater Phoenix region.

Business-Friendly Climate

Arizona’s low taxes and Scottsdale’s efficient permitting processes make it easier and faster for tech businesses to launch and expand.

Support for Innovation

Whether you're a startup or an established tech firm, you’ll find accelerators, co-working hubs, and city-led resources to support your journey.

Logistics Management

Why Scottsdale for Logistics Management.

Scottsdale is a strategic hub for logistics management, offering businesses access to a robust transportation infrastructure, a prime location, and a business-friendly environment. Our city is positioned to facilitate the smooth movement of goods and services, making it an ideal destination for logistics companies looking to optimize their operations.

Top companies calling Scottsdale home: Allen Lund Company, Traffic Tech, APL Logistics, Bluegrace

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Proximity to key transportation corridors

Our location allows businesses to easily connect to major national and international markets.

State-of-the-art distribution centers

Scottsdale hosts world-class facilities that support just-in-time inventory management and advanced supply chain strategies.

A skilled workforce

The city is home to a highly educated and experienced workforce, with professionals specializing in supply chain management, operations, and logistics.

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Tourism

Why Tourism Businesses Flourish in Scottsdale.

Tourism isn’t just part of Scottsdale’s identity — it’s one of our strongest economic engines. Known for its stunning Sonoran Desert landscape, world-class resorts, award-winning golf courses, and thriving arts and culinary scenes, Scottsdale attracts more than 9 million visitors annually from across the globe.

In 2023, visitors to Scottsdale created an annual economic impact of $3.5 billion through their local spending, directly and indirectly supporting more than 34,000 local jobs in the hospitality industry and related supplier industries.

Premier Destination

Consistently ranked among the top U.S. cities for leisure and luxury travel, Scottsdale blends natural beauty with urban sophistication.

Year-Round Appeal

With more than 330 days of sunshine annually, Scottsdale’s calendar is filled with nationally recognized events like the WM Phoenix Open, Barrett-Jackson Collector Car Auction, and Scottsdale Arabian Horse Show.

Supportive Business Environment

Scottsdale offers a pro-business climate with city-led initiatives to support and grow tourism-related enterprises, from boutique hotels and restaurants to experience-based startups.

Innovation in Tourism

As travel trends evolve, Scottsdale continues to lead — with new investments in sustainable tourism, digital guest experiences, and wellness-focused offerings.