by Madison Leyvas | Mar 4, 2026 | Economic Development Insights
Water and power: securing the foundation of growth By Kyle Backer Billions of investment dollars have poured into Arizona, fundamentally changing the state’s economic trajectory. But for this hot streak to continue, the core infrastructure of growth must be secure....
by Madison Leyvas | Mar 4, 2026 | Member Spotlight
March 2026 Member Spotlight Julie Leonard Economic Development Analyst/Coordinator Where are you originally from and what brought you to Arizona? I am originally from Hanna City, IL which is a rural community in the non- Chicago part of Illinois. My husband, Dan and...
by Madison Leyvas | Feb 18, 2026 | Emerging Leaders Profiles
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 physical health and last month completed the Buckeye ½ Marathon and recently completed the Mesa ½...
by Madison Leyvas | Jan 7, 2026 | Economic Development Insights
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 average, Arizona businesses lose $4.7 billion annually due to child care complications through reduced...
by Madison Leyvas | Jan 6, 2026 | Member Spotlight
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 Arizona? I grew up in a super small town in the Imperial Valley of California, in an agricultural...
