Surprise Economic Development

"School's Out"... and we're ready to rock. 🤘🎸

Today, the City of Surprise Economic Development team was pleased to host representatives from Alice Cooper's Solid Rock Teen Centers and share a preview of Spark Surprise AZ, our soon-to-open business development hub on Elm Street.

Thank you to Jack Pladdys, CEO; Randy Spencer, Director of Strategic Partnerships & Artistic Engagement; and Mark Savale, Teen Center Regional Director, for spending time with us.

Jeanine Jerkovic, Economic Development Director, and Mike Hoover, Assistant Economic Development Director, enjoyed the opportunity to connect and explore ways organizations like ours can continue supporting the next generation of creators, innovators, and entrepreneurs.

From future rock stars to future business owners, we're excited about what's ahead.

Welcome to the Surprise business community, Graze Craze Surprise !

We were excited to celebrate the official ribbon cutting of Graze Craze.

Owner Tonja Curtis had the honor of cutting the ribbon alongside the Graze Craze team, as friends, partners, and community leaders gathered to mark this exciting milestone.

A special thank you to Kris Cassens, Senior Coordinator of Surprise Economic Development , and Raoul Sada, President & CEO of the Northwest Valley Chamber of Commerce, for joining the celebration and supporting local business growth.

Congratulations to Tonja and the entire Graze Craze team! We wish you continued success and look forward to seeing your business thrive in Surprise.



They are located at 15278 W Bell Rd, Suite 102, Surprise, AZ 85374.

https://orders.grazecraze.com/order/graze-craze-surprise-az

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Graze Craze Ribbon Cutting Explore this photo album by City of Surprise, Arizona on Flickr!

Thai Chili 2go celebrated its ribbon cutting ceremony today in the City of Surprise, marking its 19th Arizona location! This fast-casual Thai restaurant chain brings fresh flavors, quick service, and a growing local presence to our community.

The ribbon cutting featured Steve Hernandez, General Manager of Thai Chili 2Go, alongside Jeanine Jerkovic, Surprise Economic Development Director.

Attendees also included Ryan Sommerfeldt, VP of Finance, Harry Katz, Director of Operations, Zach Wethington, Director of Training, Ansh Mago, Project Manager, and Amrit Banger, Brand Marketer representing Thai Chili 2Go. Also in attendance was Mike Hoover, Assistant Director of Economic Development for the City of Surprise, and Cliff Yoder, Business Development Specialist with the West Valley Regional Chamber.

Visit the new location at:
16324 W Pat Tillman Blvd, Suite 101
Surprise, AZ 85387

Webpage: https://tc2go.com



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Thai Chili 2Go Ribbon Cutting Explore this photo album by City of Surprise, Arizona on Flickr!

We had a great time at the West Valley Regional Chamber’s Annual Meeting, reflecting on a year of impact and looking ahead to the priorities shaping our region’s future.

The morning highlighted the Chamber’s continued momentum, recognized the leaders helping drive progress across the West Valley, and marked an important milestone in its ongoing growth. We were also honored to hear from Governor Katie Hobbs.

Congratulations to Fine Fittings, recipient of the Mayor’s Excellence Award, presented by EPCOR and our Director, Jeanine Jerkovic. Owned by Ben Smith and Marina Portillo, this Surprise-based, family-owned boutique provides compassionate, personalized care to women at every stage of their health and beauty journey. From mastectomy products to wigs and esthetic services, their mission-driven work restores confidence and dignity while making a meaningful impact in our community.

We were proud to join partners including Jodi Tas, Director of Government Relations, and Nick Kupper from the Arizona House of Representatives to celebrate the people and businesses helping the West Valley thrive.