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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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Katie Hurst, Executive Director
katie@aaed.com
602.240.AAED (2233)
Media Releases
Happy Holidays from AAED!
Happy Holidays from AAED President Skip Becker I wanted to take a moment to thank our Staff, our Board, our Committee Chairs, Vice Chairs, and our Membership. 2023 has been a transition year for us at AAED; we have a new and exciting Executive Director in Katie Hurst...
AZRE Nov/Dec Issue: The New AAED
In the November/December 2023 issue, AZRE Magazine sat down with several members of AAED's Board of Directors and staff to discuss the future of the organization. The supplement includes: An interview with AAED's 2023-2024 Executive Committee reflecting on the...
Arizona Association for Economic Development Presents 2023 Golden Prospector Awards
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (November 1, 2023) — The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) presented 11 Golden Prospector Awards and 11 Awards of Merit to recognize excellence, innovation, and creativity in economic development at its annual Fall Forum held last week...