Economic Development E-Newsletter | August 3, 2022
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ICYMI: Insight cuts ribbon on new headquarters in Chandler
Insight Enterprises (NASDAQ:NSIT), a Fortune 500 solutions integrator helping organizations accelerate their digital journey, recently celebrated the grand opening of Insight Way, Insight’s new global headquarters based in Chandler.

The more than 200,000-square-foot innovation hub, located at 2701 E. Insight Way, emphasizes collaboration via 83 meeting spaces, and mobility through technology that allows Insight’s 1,400 Arizona teammates to transition effortlessly between collaborative teamwork in the office and individual work at home or anywhere else.

“Cutting the ribbon today for our new headquarters is a proud milestone for all of us,” said Insight CEO Joyce Mullen. “This gorgeous building is an impressive representation of the journey Insight has taken — more than 30 years of ambitious goals and decisions as bold and bright as our fuchsia brand.”

Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke said during the ceremony: “We are delighted to welcome Insight, which has emerged in the decades since its founding to become an industry-recognized, global solutions integrator. The work they do to help accelerate digital business and modern workplaces often occurs in the background. Yet they provide critical guidance and expertise, helping transform some of the world’s largest brands and enterprises.”

ICYMI: Fast-growing Chandler tech company acquired
Chandler-based MST Solutions recently announced its acquisition by India-based technology firm Mastek. MST, an independent Salesforce consulting and system integration partner, currently has around 100 employees in Chandler. The company has grown rapidly, making the Inc. 5000 fastest-growing companies in the nation list from 2018 through 2021. The acquisition by Mastek will support additional growth.

"We're thrilled to join the Mastek family. We share a strong cultural alignment and a deep commitment to the growth and experience of our colleagues. Partnering with Mastek is the right choice for us to expand into a global market with a continued focus on delivering outcomes for our customers," Thiru Thangarathinam, MST's founder and CEO, said in a statement. "By combining our decade of experience in the Salesforce ecosystem across multiple clouds with Mastek's global scale, we'll be able to deliver across a wide range of service offerings."

In an interview with the Phoenix Business Journal, Thangarathinam said he expects the Chandler office to grow to 200 to 300 employees in the next three to four years.
New restaurant roundup
We are spoiled for choice here in Chandler with restaurants showcasing flavors from around the globe. This summer has already seen several new restaurants open in Chandler with a number of others coming soon. Below are just some of the new restaurants that should be on your radar.

Now Open

Coming Soon

Check out VisitChandler for more information on restaurants, attractions, and events in Chandler.
Arizona Department of Transportation to host Small & Disadvantaged Business Transportation Expo
The Arizona Department of Transportation and partner agencies will hold a free, virtual event in August through the agency’s Disadvantaged Business Enterprise program to help small businesses and those owned by individuals from socially and economically disadvantaged groups compete for transportation contracts that receive federal funding.

The ADOT DBE and Small Business Transportation EXPO will be held virtually August 10 from 7 a.m. to noon. Attendees will learn about project opportunities, visit virtual exhibit booths featuring a live video/chat function, and network with industry professionals and business owners. 

For more information and to register, visit adotdbexpo.com.

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