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Economic Development Experts
AAED’s members represent a network of economic developers and private sector innovators who champion and enact efforts to promote the economic well-being and quality of life for their communities. Our members are entrenched in all facets of economic development and represent federal, state, and local governments, private sector interests, non-profit partnerships, and educational institutions.
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Media Releases
AAED Presents 2024 Golden Prospector Awards
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (October 29, 2024) — The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) presented 13 Golden Prospector Awards and seven Awards of Merit to recognize excellence, innovation, and creativity in economic development at its annual Fall Forum held last...
AAED Announces New Officers and Board Members for 2024-2025
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (July 1, 2024) — The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) has announced its new officers for 2024-2025. The Executive Committee includes President Karla Moran, AZED Pro, President-Elect Jennifer Lindley, AZED Pro, Vice President Heath...
Arizona Association for Economic Development Presents 2024 EDDE Awards
Arizona Association for Economic Development Presents 2024 EDDE Awards Christine Mackay from the City of Phoenix and Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport Receive Top Honors PHOENIX, ARIZ. (April 30, 2024) — The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED)...