Rebecca Timmer, AZED Pro
Senior Business Development Manager
Stantec
Member since 2007
Rebecca is a master who connects people with possibilities. She has 25+ years of experience in business development, marketing, account management, and business analysis, she uses her communication and team-building skills that result in enhanced company reputation and project wins. She is an active volunteer with multiple statewide and regional non-profits and has been a member of AAED since 2007. She has been engaged in multiple AAED committees including the Governmental Affairs Committee since 2009 and served as Vice Chair and Chair. Rebecca is currently serving a two-year term on the AAED Board of Directors. She is certified by AAED as an Arizona Economic Development Professional (AZED Pro), is a Certified Professional Business Developer by the Business Development Guild and is a Certified Ambassador Emeritus with the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC). Rebecca achieved lifetime status as a Blue Blazer Squadron member and is actively engaged with Fighter Country Foundation in support of Luke Air Force Base. She is an EDDE Award recipient of the Member of the Year Award from AAED, was awarded GPEC’s inaugural Ambassador of the Year Award, received AGC’s Industry Advocate – Champion for Construction Award, and received the Alliance for Construction Excellence‘s Collaboration Achievement Award.
Please describe your involvement in AAED.
- AAED Member, 2007 – current
- Board of Directors 2022 – current
- Attended Board Leadership Retreat
- Certified Arizona Economic Development Professional (AZED Pro) – 2021 to current
- Regularly attending monthly programs and educational Summits
- Attendee of Spring Conferences and Fall Forums since 2007
- Part of the Ambassador Program assigned a new member, 2024 to current
- Government Affairs Committee, Member 2009 – current
- Legislator Recognition Awards Process Taskforce – 2021
- Government Affairs Committee, Chair 2015 – 2017, Vice Chair 2010 – 2014
- Legislative Luncheon/Policy Impact Event Subcommittee, Member 2010 – 2018
- Arizona Legislator Recognition Taskforce – 2023
- Lobbyist Selection and Implementation Taskforce, Member – Inaugural 2010 – 2018
- Bylaws Committee, Member 2023 – 2024
- Finance Committee, Member 2023 – 2024
- Annual Fundraising Golf Tournament Committee, Member – 2022
- “Member of the Year” Award Recipient, 2016
- EDDE Awards Submitter for multiple winning recipients
Why do you want to serve as a member of the AAED Board of Directors?
Serving on this board, which is dedicated to giving back to our industry and its members, is a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact. Having already served a term, I want to use that experience and insight to continue advancing the initiatives and strategies of the Association. My continued involvement would allow me to deepen my contributions, leverage my understanding of the Association to address more complex challenges, and drive significant change. Additionally, serving another term provides a platform to learn from peers who share my passion and commitment. This collaborative environment fosters personal and professional growth as we exchange ideas and best practices with each other and the membership at large. By serving again, I will demonstrate a steadfast dedication to the mission and work to inspire others to engage and contribute. I want to continue to mentor new members to help ensure the board and membership’s continuity and effectiveness. I would be honored to be given the opportunity to serve again.