Arizona’s Unified Economic Development Voice
The mission of AAED is to serve as Arizona’s unified voice for responsible economic development through professional education, public policy, and collaboration.
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Supporting child care and early childhood programs is smart business Child care isn’t just a family issue—it’s a business issue with financial implications. On...
January 2026 Member Spotlight Marc Valenzuela Senior Economic Development Project Manager at Salt River Project Where are you originally from and what brought you to...
If you've been following the news, you know that Arizona's economy is undergoing a massive transformation. It’s no longer just a construction-based economy; it's now a...
Set against the backdrop of Yavapai County's historic charm, the Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) hosted the 2025 Fall Forum, a three-day gathering...
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AAED is impacting the economic development industry through invaluable initiatives and opportunities for its members statewide.
