Arizona’s Unified Economic Development Voice
The mission of AAED is to serve as Arizona’s unified voice advocating for responsible economic development through professional education, public policy, and collaboration.
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3 Fun Facts I was born in Compton, California, a place that continues to be an important part of who I am. I've had the opportunity to meet a few notable NBA players,...
Goodyear’s Downtown Vision Realized: A Civic Square with Global Reach By Kendra Hoffman, Business Development Manager, City of Goodyear When Goodyear, Arizona opened...
May 2025 Member Spotlight Kelly Halsted Project Manager - City of Buckeye Where are you originally from? I grew up on the western coast of Iowa – Council Bluffs. How...
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (June 3, 2025) — The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) has welcomed new members to the organization’s Executive Committee and Board of...
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (May 19, 2025) — The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED), Arizona’s unified voice for economic development professionals, is pleased to...
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AAED is impacting the economic development industry through invaluable initiatives and opportunities for its members statewide.
