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Emerging Leaders

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AAED’s Emerging Leaders Group is for professionals under 35 or with less than 5 years experience in economic development who are interested in developing or furthering their career in economic development.

This group provides programming, networking opportunities, and education that build future leaders and provides opportunities to grow personally and professionally.

The Emerging Leaders committee meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 2 p.m.

Emerging Leaders

#GTK Emerging Leader: Madalaine McConville

3 Fun Facts I grew up in Augusta, Wisconsin—a town of just 1,550 people, with only 30 students in my graduating class. I moved to Arizona a few years ago to attend ASU for grad school and escape the cold weather! My three-lift max total (bench, squat, and deadlift) is...

#GTK Emerging Leader: Doug Bach

3 Fun Facts I enjoy black licorice (weird right?!). I’m an avid cyclist. I piloted an aircraft across downtown London England at only 1,500 feet above the ground. What would you tell your younger self about economic development? Economic growth has so many dynamics to...

#GTK Emerging Leader: Jose Contreras

3 Fun Facts I am a huge fan of cooking shows. I have had several careers over the years including being a licensed investment counselor and a public middle school teacher. I am originally from San Antonio, Texas but most recently lived in Sin City (Las Vegas, NV) for...

#GTK Emerging Leader: Braxton Hynes

3 Fun Facts I used to live in Italy and io parlo italiano! I was on my high school bowling team. I have a 13-year-old Chihuahua named Rico - he's my best bud! What would you tell your younger self about economic development? Well, considering I had never even heard of...

#GTK Emerging Leader: Ryan Wissmann

A key aspect of my role as a Business Development Manager for the City of Goodyear involves managing the InnovationHub, a dynamic space designed to support small business owners and entrepreneurs. This year marks a significant milestone for the InnovationHub as we celebrate 10 years of empowering business owners by providing essential resources and reducing barriers to business ownership.

#GTK Emerging Leader: Claire Bruns

A key aspect of my role as a Business Development Manager for the City of Goodyear involves managing the InnovationHub, a dynamic space designed to support small business owners and entrepreneurs. This year marks a significant milestone for the InnovationHub as we celebrate 10 years of empowering business owners by providing essential resources and reducing barriers to business ownership.

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