Jennifer Stein
Biography
Jennifer Stein is the Director of the Economic Development Services Department. Her primary focus is leading a team of experts who specialize in business attraction and development, business retention and expansion.
Stein brings more than 25 years of experience in public and private sector communications, marketing, strategic planning, management, and community relations to her new economic development role in the City of Peoria. As the communications director for eight years in Peoria, she oversaw the award-winning public affairs, marketing, advertising, and tourism efforts and attracted restaurant and hospitality uses to the city.
Prior to Peoria, Stein worked for the City of Glendale, spearheading the 2008 Super Bowl media efforts, marketing the annual Fiesta Bowl and BCS Championship games, building business and community partnerships in Westgate, and securing record-breaking media coverage. In addition, Stein was a news producer for KTVK-TV Arizona’s Family and a senior account executive for one of the top public relations firms in the Southwest, HMA Public Relations.
Stein has a Bachelor of Science in Public Relations from Northern Arizona University and she is a member of the International City/County Management Association and Arizona Association for Economic Development.
Company Profile
City of Peoria
Peoria, AZ is the place for semiconductor growth and expansion in the southwestern United States.
Peoria is forming a cluster of substrates and advanced packaging companies to support TSMC, Intel, and other major semiconductor chip producers. Amkor Technologies recently selected the FIVE NORTH Tech Park in Vistancia for a new $2B facility. Hyperion, a startup company focusing on advanced packaging, will also be opening a new facility at FIVE NORTH, creating an ecosystem of similar operations that will foster collaboration, innovation, and efficiency in the semiconductor industry.
This ecosystem will expand across north Peoria to other employment centers while promoting standardized interfaces, shared resources and streamlined processes, and accelerating development cycles. It will also enhance the adaptability of substrates, facilitating the integration of new technologies and enabling the industry to stay secure, sustainable and at the forefront of advancements.
Forming this cluster also facilitates the sharing of water infrastructure and financial resources. Collaborative efforts and shared solutions can lead to improved efficiency, reduced environmental impact and cost-savings for all participants. Sustainable practices enable responsible resource management within the semiconductor industry.
Other benefits of creating a cluster are supply chain efficiency and talent pool stability. The city of Peoria has been intentional and strategic in creating a talent pool starting in middle school/high school by training the core competencies in these correlated industries to build a skilled workforce. In addition, we have a number of engineers attracted to our city that provides a steady workforce.
Ideally located in the northwest Greater Phoenix region, Peoria offers easy access to major highways and interstates, including I-10, I-17, Loop 101, Loop 303, and Arizona State Route 60. Companies operating here enjoy convenient and efficient access to California, Mexico and other domestic markets.
Peoria is a fast-growing, innovative city that is committed to supporting all business through development with a streamlined permitting process and leadership that is not only pro-business but moves at the speed and efficiency of business. Our city offers amenities for all ages, including water sports on Lake Pleasant, P83 Entertainment District, beautiful parks and golf courses, and an A+ school district. We invite you to partner with us as Peoria realizes its full potential.
Major employers within 30 mins.
• TSMC
• Amkor (under construction 2024)
• Honeywell Aerospace
• USAA
• Mayo Clinic