Arizona CEOs Cite K-12 Education as the State’s Top Priority
CEOs in Arizona are saying that education should be the state's top priority if it intends to stabilize the regional economy, according to a new survey by Alliance Bank of Arizona.
The survey was conducted in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority, the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry, and the Greater Phoenix Economic Council. According to AZ Business Magazine, 400 executives within the state were surveyed on "the benefits and challenges of doing business in Arizona."
The most notable discovery was that 50% of respondents cited education levels as their top concern for ensuring successful business endeavors in Arizona. The survey also revealed that many CEOs have a negative-leaning perception of the labor pool's overall communication skills, critical thinking skills,...