Greater Phoenix is no longer just a fast-growing metro—it’s the heart of a global technology shift. With more than 108,000 tech workers already here and 13.4% sector growth, the Valley has cemented its “Silicon Desert” reputation. What most buyers don’t realize is that we’re still in the early innings of a transformation that could reshape Arizona’s economy for generations.

For over 50 years, SEMICON West has been the leading semiconductor conference in North America. What began in 1971 as a small gathering in San Mateo grew into San Francisco’s premier tech event—drawing global industry leaders. Now, for the first time, SEMICON West is moving, and its new home is Phoenix, Arizona.