January 12 PickPima: Annual Report available, Marana Chamber hits milestone, Support SheTech

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January 12, 2026 - Vol. 3, No. 1

Aerospace & defense

PCED seeks consultant to map aerospace
and defense assets

Pima County Economic Development is seeking a qualified consultant to develop a comprehensive asset map of aerospace and defense companies and their adjacent industry partners in Southern Arizona.

This foundational research project will create a centralized database to enhance regional supply chain development, research collaboration, and strategic economic planning

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Econ Dev Annual Report

Annual Report

now available online

The Pima County Economic Development Annual Report from 2024 is now available on the Economic Development Department’s website.

The report highlights the work accomplished by the department from January-December 2024, including the $168 million in economic impact, 220 jobs attracted and retained, and over 30 companies it assisted.


Marana Chamber 800

Marana Chamber hits membership milestone

The Marana Chamber of Commerce recently achieved a major milestone, reaching 800 members. Founded 39 years ago, the organization’s growth reflects both its expanding impact and the continued growth of the Town of Marana.

President/CEO Amanda Wiggins has been guiding the organization since June 2021 and helped recharge the chamber after it struggled, like all businesses, during the pandemic. Amanda previously worked for a similar organization, Leadership Tallahassee, before she and her husband moved to Marana for her husband’s new job.

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SheTech

High school girls to explore STEM careers at SheTech

The seventh year of SheTech Explorer Day in Tucson will be held Feb. 12, 2026, at the University of Arizona Student Union.

SheTech Explorer Day is a country-wide, industry-centered, hands-on interactive STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) exploration day for ninth through 12th grade high school girls. It is coordinated by the City of Tucson’s Office of Economic Initiatives. It was launched in Utah by Women Tech Council in 2014.

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SOAZHCC

Tickets available for 2026 Governor’s State Report

Tickets are available from the Southern Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs’ 2026 Governor’s State Report, on January 21 at the Tucson Convention Center.

This annual address offers an important opportunity for Governor Hobbs to share key updates on Arizona’s priorities, progress, and vision for the year ahead — directly with leaders and community members from across Southern Arizona.

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Career Fair

Save the date: Pima County hosts career fair

This February, Pima County is celebrating careers with heart. Save the date for the Pima County Career Fair — where work you love makes a difference and community connection matters.

  • Thursday, Feb. 19, 2026
  • Kino Event Center, 2805 E. Ajo Way
  • 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.

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