Economic Development is hiring!
With the retirement of long-serving Deputy Director Patrick Cavanaugh, Pima County Economic Development is looking for an innovative and experienced individual to fill that position.
The Deputy Director will lead key initiatives in collaboration with a team of four full-time employees and diverse local, regional, and federal partners.
The department focuses on sustainable economic development practices, driving investment, enhancing workforce development opportunities, and supporting upward economic mobility for our community.
Governor provides State Report in Tucson
The Southern Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce is hosting Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs for her annual State Report on Thursday, Jan. 23, at the Tucson Convention Center.
She will be talking about critical issues shaping Arizona’s future, discussing the state’s progress, and exploring future opportunities for Arizona.
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Spread the word: Mentoring helps small businesses and the community succeed
January marks National Mentoring Month, a time to recognize the incredible impact mentoring has on small businesses and the local economy. SCORE Southern Arizona’s volunteer mentors are at the heart of its mission. They generously share their expertise, insights, and time to guide entrepreneurs through challenges and opportunities.
Mentoring doesn’t just help small businesses succeed; it also strengthens communities and fuels economic growth. This vital work is made possible through the collaboration and support of community partners.
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Pima Community College cuts the ribbon for new tech and entrepreneur center
Pima Community College celebrated its new Southern Arizona Technology & Entrepreneurship Center (SATEC) with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Dec. 17.
The state-of-the-art business incubator is dedicated to empowering entrepreneurs, innovators and startups in the information technology, applied technology and manufacturing sectors.
The facility offers collaboration opportunities with seasoned mentors, PCC faculty and industry leaders for personalized guidance in business development, prototyping and scaling.
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ASU selected as partner for
national CHIPS facility
In a victory for the entire state and a critical step forward for America’s efforts to reclaim its place as the global leader in digital technology, the U.S. Commerce Department and Natcast — the operator of the National Semiconductor Technology Center (NSTC) — announced on Jan. 6 the selection of Arizona as the site of the co-located NSTC Prototyping and National Advanced Packaging Manufacturing Program (NAPMP) Advanced Packaging Piloting Facility.
It is the third of three CHIPS for America research and development flagship facilities, and the one with the largest financial investment. The final terms are being negotiated and will be announced soon.
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