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’m a West Valley kid! Grew up in the West Valley and went to kindergarten, middle school, and high school all in the West Valley. I recommitted to my...
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (November 3, 2025) — The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) presented 11 Golden Prospector Awards and 13 Awards of Merit to recognize...
3 Fun Facts I’ve been to 20 of 30 MLB ballparks (Camden Yards is my favorite so far). My wife owns a small business here in the West Valley. I am adopted. What would...
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (August 4, 2025) — The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) has released its fourth annual State of Economic Development Report, providing...
3 Fun Facts I love to travel – 18 countries visited thus far, many more to go! Acted in a Fox Spanish TV show (even though my Spanish is very limited) I have been...
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AAED is impacting the economic development industry through invaluable initiatives and opportunities for its members statewide.
