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! ...

2025 AAED Golf Tournament

7:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Join us on September 5 for AAED's Golf Tournament! This year's theme will be a beach party. A lunch reception will be held after the golf round.

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 ...

Building Arizona's Workforce Town Hall

12:00 PM - 3:30 PM

At this town hall, participants will engage in nonpartisan civic dialogue about workforce development in Arizona.

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 ...