Gilbert’s Office of Economic Development is hosting a series of free workshops and seminars for the Gilbert business community during Economic Development Week May 12-16.

These events will provide an opportunity for Gilbert businesses to learn more about the role of economic development in the community, network among peers and gain insights on trending topics in the business sector.

Events will be hosted at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, The Catalyst Business Resource Center and at Kiln Gilbert, a co-working site located in SanTan Village.

Guests can register for the free events online at www.GilbertEDI.com/EDW.

The economic development seminars will cover popular topics with Gilbert’s business community, including:

• How I Did It: From Leap to Launch! Unlock the Secrets to Entrepreneurial Success in Gilbert, Featuring Home-Based Gilbert Entrepreneurs
• Presentation: AI Uncovered: Innovation, Safety, and Business Empowerment Presented by the Town of Gilbert and Deloitte
• Workshop: Everyday Entrepreneur: Tools & Resources for Today’s Small Business Owner, Featuring Town of Gilbert, Maricopa Small Business Development Center and Local First Arizona

During this week, Gilbert Economic Development will also celebrate the business community with the “Gilbert Shout Out!” appreciation campaign. Residents and members of the business community can share their support for their favorite Gilbert business by leaving them a ‘Shout Out!” at mobile mailboxes located at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, 119 N. Gilbert Road, suite 101, Gilbert, and at Kiln Gilbert, 2162 E. Williams Field Road, suite 111, Gilbert.

The town of Gilbert’s Business Development team will collect and deliver messages of appreciation to the businesses.

Those who wish to have more information on all the 2025 #EconDevWeek efforts can go to www.GilbertEDI.com/EDW.