The Hohokam people occupied the Phoenix area for over 2,000 years. They were known as the “Canal Builders”. They created roughly 135 miles of irrigation canals that are still in use today. Their canal building skills made the desert land arable and ready for farming.
After the departure of the Hohokam, groups of Akimel O’odham (commonly known as Pima), Tohono O’odham, and Maricopa tribes (Maricopa County is named for the Maricopa tribe) began to use the area, as well as segments of the Yavapai and Apache. Descendants of these Native Americans still reside in the “Valley of the Sun”.
Phoenix Business owners are in reality, a friendly and diverse community of entrepreneurs. From the time you arrive in Phoenix you will find the people to be hospitable and welcoming. Phoenix is in the “Valley of the Sun”. That’s not by definition but in reality and practice.
From the moment you arrive in Phoenix, you know you have found a new “Home for Business”. From city officials, local law enforcement, business owners, local residents, and visitors, you are greeted with the “Welcome to Phoenix” smile, and a “You’re Home Now”, welcome mat.
It’s like you’ve been given the “Key to the City” respect by everyone in Phoenix. Phoenix’s residents and officials are committed to providing whatever services you need to help you succeed in business here. Questions? Just ask – if it can be done – it will be done, in Phoenix!