Arizona Commerce Authority
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Arizona's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. Recruit, grow, create.
Arizona, USA
Joined April 2009
Arizona’s storied agricultural industry supports thousands of jobs and billions in economic output, while driving innovation.
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Arizona ranks #1 in the U.S. for metal ore exports, with thousands of jobs supported by our fast growing mining industry. We’re proud to support @uazresearch and these efforts to expand economic opportunities to more communities.
U of A's mining consortium is targeting $160M to revolutionize the industry with its SMILE Engine initiative. Aiming to make Southern Arizona a hub for sustainable mining, the project integrates educational, industry and government partners to boost local economies and set a national standard for responsible practices. Learn more:
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📣 Check out XLR8 @PHXBioCore’s open application process for mentorship and strategic resources. Read more here:
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In 2024, Arizona added nearly 57,000 jobs, driven by growth in health care, government, trade, professional and business services, and leisure and hospitality. Read more via @AZBigMedia
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RT @EMD_Electronics: 🌟 Meet the judges for our 'Chip In for Arizona' student competition! Leaders from the semiconductor industry, economic…
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BEST STATE FOR FAMILIES - Three Arizona cities rank in the top-10 (more than any other state!) in the 2025 Best Cities for Families study by @ThisOldHouse. The ranking compares cities based on metrics such as affordability, safety, schools, and family-friendly amenities.
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“I believe in Arizona. I’ve seen first-hand Arizona’s incredible diversity of talent, unique collaborative spirit, and sophisticated network of founders, entrepreneurs and small businesses.”
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Venture Scale, the ACA’s six-month accelerator that provides startup founders with customized consultations, held its first of three panels focusing on scaling operations, acquiring customers, and developing leadership!
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✈️ “Over the last five years, Arizona has attracted more than 60 expansions in the aerospace and defense sector, representing more than $2.8 billion in investment and over 12,500 new jobs.”
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Applications for the 2025 small businesses digital academy are OPEN! The three-week initiative, held twice annually, aims to empower entrepreneurs and small business owners with strategies for web, social media, e-commerce, SEO, analytics, & more. SIGN UP:
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NEW: The ACA is offering a new tool for emerging entrepreneurs. The “ABC’s of Starting Your Business” is a three-part workshop designed to take you from idea to execution with clarity and confidence. Sign up:
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High-speed internet is coming to #Patagonia! The Patagonia Regional Broadband Project will connect more than 500 homes and businesses to high-speed broadband in Southern Arizona.
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RT @SandraWatsonAZ: Arizona's middle-mile conduit expansion is central to achieving 100% broadband access for all Arizonans. We're excited…
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NEW: @Meta celebrated the grand opening of its new $1 billion data center in Mesa! The sustainability-focused data center further positions Arizona as a leader in cutting-edge technologies. @CITYOFMESA
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RT @SandraWatsonAZ: Cities like Tempe represent crucial partners in advancing Arizona’s economic momentum. I was grateful to join @_jimroun…
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As the nation's only US-headquartered outsourced semiconductor assembly and test service provider, @AmkorTechnology's $2 billion expansion is crucial to U.S. supply chain security
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Earlier this week, the ACA met with the U.S. Commercial Service Regional Director to discuss advancing our SelectUSA collaboration. Thank you, Colleen Simons, Leandro Solórzano, Carolyn Hudman, and Fernando C. Jimenez for your time and partnership!
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The ACA kicked off the @AerospaceStates Association Day with a Legislative Reception! Thank you Sen. Priya Sundareshan (@priya4az), @SenFrankCarroll, Rep. @JustinWilmethAZ, Rep. @KevinVolkAZ, Dr. Sian Leo Proctor, and over 80 industry and academia leaders who attended.
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RIBBON CUTTING 🎀✂️: Congrats @NestleUSA on the grand opening of its new manufacturing facility in Glendale! The facility represents a $675 million investment and will support over 300 jobs.
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The ACA Broadband office was recognized at the first annual Excellence in Government Awards! The award highlights Arizona’s broadband expansion efforts in Mohave and La Paz counties and the Hualapai Reservation. @GovernorHobbs
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