Arizona Association for Economic Development
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The mission of AAED is to serve as Arizona’s unified voice advocating for responsible economic development through professional education, public policy, and collaboration. AAED is a working organization that utilizes volunteers from its membership to form committees and achieve objectives. It is through this active involvement that the volunteer member recognizes the real benefit of association i
06/04/2026
"Arizona is at an inflection point."
In our June Member Spotlight, Dr. Tammy McLeod, President and CEO of the Flinn Foundation, shares her perspective on Arizona's future, the power of cross-sector partnerships, and the investments in education, biosciences, and sustainability that will shape our state for generations to come.
Read about her path into economic development, the projects she's most proud of, and why "possibility" is the first word that comes to mind when she thinks about Arizona.
Read the full spotlight 🔗 https://aaed.com/member-spotlight-dr-tammy-mcleod/
05/27/2026
Golden Prospector applications are now open! 🏆
Before you submit, check out our AAED Awards Tips & Tricks video to learn the difference between the EDDE Awards and Golden Prospector Awards, plus insights into what makes a strong application.
The Golden Prospector Awards recognize excellence in economic development across Arizona and are open to all AAED members in good standing.
📅 Early Deadline: Friday, July 10
📅 Final Deadline: Friday, July 24
View award information, past winners, and application details here: https://aaed.com/knowledge-center/awards/
Watch the Awards Tips & Tricks video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bGAAFDdv48o
Awards | AAED KNOWLEDGE CENTER Awards AAED Awards Tips & Tricks Learn the difference between the EDDE Awards and the Golden Prospector Awards, in addition to what makes a great application. EDDEs Application / Award Info View Past Award Winners Every year, AAED honors significant contributions to the advanceme...
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2828 N Central Avenue, Floor 10, Suite 1016
Phoenix, AZ
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