Confirm “Why Arizona?” Develop internal key messaging for staff, confirm headcount for relocation or outplacement, assign outplacement and define hiring needs.
Partner with business teams to assess size of Arizona operation, facility needs, and scope of physical move. Refer to relocation service provider.
Perform extensive due diligence across the West Valley. Align client goals with regional and city demographics, city incentives and local government regulations. Evaluate employee culture and incorporate into site selection. Narrow choices of city and report on industry proximity.
Engage land use attorneys, developers, city planners, commercial real estate professionals and construction companies. Coordinate with city officials on site selection and groundbreaking. Refer to attorneys and accountants for business formation, dissolution and tax strategies.
Develop recruiting and training plan. Identify skills needed and map to regional workforce. Connect client to educational institutions, workforce development programs and incentives. Define costs for hiring and training.
Coordinate ribbon cutting with elected officials and leaders from regional, educational and business groups. Introduce key executives to stakeholders at professional associations and trade groups. Calendar speaking and panel opportunities to elevate brand visibility in greater Phoenix area.