Orange Academy Course - Arizona Workforce Development

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

This course provides attendees with an overview of workforce development, and its relationship with economic development in our communities. Topics covered include workforce development stakeholders, the role of public policy, and strategic planning ...

Tribal Symposium

8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Empower your community and drive economic growth at our Tribal Symposium.

Member Orientation & Info Session

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Have you recently joined AAED as a member, or are you considering joining? Discover our organization's core mission, initiatives, and benefits designed to foster economic development in Arizona. Learn about key programs, networking ...

Gold Academy Course - Arizona Taxation, Finance & Incentives

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

This specialized course is designed to deliver expert training to economic development professionals on the nuances of Arizona's business tax environment and the comprehensive array of state business incentives. Participants will gain a deep ...

Member Orientation & Info Session

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Have you recently joined AAED as a member, or are you considering joining? Discover our organization's core mission, initiatives, and benefits designed to foster economic development in Arizona. Learn about key programs, networking ...

Red Academy Course - Marketing and Business Development

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

This course will highlight different strategies for economic development practitioners to market and attract businesses to their communities. Hosted by the  Professional Education Committee ! Thank you to our Classroom Sponsor! ...

Blue Academy Course - Business Retention & Expansion

10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Discover the importance of business retention and expansion (BRE) in economic development, explore the unique opportunities and challenges faced by tribal, rural, and urban communities, and learn about various BRE programs, including those implemented ...

Member Orientation & Info Session

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Have you recently joined AAED as a member, or are you considering joining? Discover our organization's core mission, initiatives, and benefits designed to foster economic development in Arizona. Learn about key programs, networking ...

2025 Fall Forum: Roots & Routes

More information coming soon!

Purple Academy Course - Entrepreneurship & Small Business Development

11:30 AM - 3:30 PM

This course provides attendees with an understanding of the role of entrepreneurship and small business development in economic development. Practitioners will learn strategies to support start-ups and small businesses. This course is hosted by the ...

Member Orientation & Info Session

12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Have you recently joined AAED as a member, or are you considering joining? Discover our organization's core mission, initiatives, and benefits designed to foster economic development in Arizona. Learn about key programs, networking ...