The Financial Times recently released its FT-Nikkei Investing in America rankings with Chandler listed as the 16th best U.S. city for international business. The ranking measures cities across more than four dozen metrics important to foreign investors, including workforce and talent, openness, business environment, foreign business needs, quality of life, investment trends, and aftercare. Chandler received a perfect score of 100 in the aftercare category, which is based on the degree of administrative support cities offer to foreign companies once they make an investment decision. Chandler also received high scores for workforce and talent (77) and quality of life (76).

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Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) and Arizona State University have announced a partnership to enhance educational experiences and opportunities for students that leverages the entrepreneurial community resources at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center (ACIC). A tailored curriculum has been developed by CUSD and ASU Prep Digital, with students engaging in “Design Thinking" to solve real-world challenges and build problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills. So far, 165 fifth grade students have participated in the program and the plan is for other grades to take part as well.

The innovative program was featured as part of the K-12 Innovation Alliance Summit held last month, which included a visit to ACIC where fifth grade students from Frye Elementary School showcased their work in STEM through Design Thinking. CUSD received the Innovative District Award as recognition of the district's work to reimagine educational experiences for students and forge strong community partnerships to create early intersections for college and career pathways.

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The City of Chandler is encouraging residents and visitors to support Chandler businesses this holiday season through its Choose Chandler campaign. "There are so many unique, locally-owned businesses in Chandler," said Micah Miranda, Economic Development Director. "Before you go online to make a quick purchase, keep that in mind. Now is a great time to explore within your community and support businesses that have invested so much here in Chandler."

Make a difference by choosing to shop in Chandler. Your purchases support local businesses, their employees, vendors, and our local economy. For more on the benefits of shopping in Chandler, visit ChooseChandler.com.

The Chandler Endeavor Venture Innovation Incubator program is holding its monthly forum on Dec. 6, from 5 to 7 pm, at the ASU Chandler Innovation Center.

Open to all entrepreneurs and innovators in Chandler, this free workshop will provide education on available funding sources, understanding your startup's funding needs, and determining the right funding source(s) to grow your business.

Chandler Endeavor Monthly Forum

Wednesday, Dec. 6 | 5 to 7 pm

ASU Chandler Innovation Center

249 E. Chicago Street

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