Arizona Commerce Authority

Arizona's leading economic development organization with a streamlined mission to grow and strengthen Arizona’s economy. Recruit, grow, create.

[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

🎥 Arizona’s building what’s next. And the world is taking notice.

2025 - Forging Ahead

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[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

“We are delivering economic opportunities to Yuma County and rural Arizona. This Future48 Workforce Accelerator will prepare Arizonans for family-sustaining careers in critical industries that are driving our state’s economy forward.” - @GovernorHobbs

[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

The inaugural Arizona Tech Week attracted 18,000 attendees through 419 events across 29 Arizona communities, making it the largest inaugural tech week ever. Read more via @PhxBizJournal #AZTechWeek
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[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

Arizona is building the nation’s strongest semiconductor talent pipeline, from hands-on training to cutting edge workforce programs and clean room facilities. Learn more about Arizona’s advantages: https://t.co/0PRlABIrOo

[Sandra Watson @SandraWatsonAZ]

A great week in Taipei!

At our Arizona Forum, leaders highlighted collaboration opportunities between Arizona and Taiwan’s startup and innovation communities, building on growth across semiconductors, AI, and advanced manufacturing.

[Sandra Watson @SandraWatsonAZ]

During our time in Taipei, our team had the privilege of meeting with AEON Corporation and the International Trade Administration to exchange insights on emerging opportunities across advanced technology, trade, and investment.

[Arizona Chamber @AZChamber]

Kicking off our 2026 Annual Awards Celebration with @dbseiden and a great group of leaders from across Arizona.

Tonight we’re celebrating the people and organizations helping strengthen our business climate, support responsible growth and keep Arizona competitive.

[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

We're excited to share that @SandraWatsonAZ was recognized among the recipients of the 2026 Ellis Island Medals of Honor last month! The award, recognized by both houses of Congress, celebrates individuals whose achievements and service reflect the spirit of our nation.

[Valley TeleCom Group @Valley_TeleCom]

Yesterday was a historic day as we launched the Bryce-Eden-Ft. Thomas Fiber project at Ft. Thomas High School. We're excited to bring state-of-the-art high speed to more of our rural communities!
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[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

🌐The ACA joined local leaders to celebrate the launch of the new fiber‑internet network! Supported by $4.8 million through the ACA’s Arizona Broadband Development Grant program, the 65-mile project will deliver high‑speed internet to 440 homes & businesses across Graham County.

[Sandra Watson @SandraWatsonAZ]

We wrapped our time in Kaohsiung highlighting Arizona’s strong business environment at the Academy for Women Entrepreneurs and connecting with leaders at Advanced Semiconductor Engineering.

[Sandra Watson @SandraWatsonAZ]

In addition, we were proud to join the Sister City Signing Ceremony between Kaohsiung and @CityofTucson. The MOU formalizes a growing partnership rooted in shared strengths including innovation, manufacturing, education, and research.

[Sandra Watson @SandraWatsonAZ]

A full weekend of collaboration in Kaohsiung, Taiwan!
Our Arizona delegation began with visits to the Asia New Bay Area Innovation Hub, Smart Transportation center, National Sun Yet-sen University and Kao‑Ho Hospital.

[Greater Nogales Santa Cruz County Port Authority @PortNogales]

The Port Authority was proud to participate in the USMCA Agricultural Trade Forum alongside @GovernorHobbs, the @azcommerce, @azfb, and @FreshProduceAA. Nogales is the backbone of North American food security. What crosses our port feeds families across the country.

[Sandra Watson @SandraWatsonAZ]

In South Korea, the ACA visited LG Science Park and met with key partners across semiconductors, AI, energy, and advanced technologies. We also participated in the Arizona x Korea Innovation Launchpad, bringing together government and startup leaders from across the region.

[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

We spent the day in Kumamoto City, Japan, connecting with local startups, hosting an Arizona Business Seminar, & touring JASM to highlight opportunities across advanced industries. Thank you to Vice Governor Takeuchi & our partners for the warm welcome and meaningful discussions.

[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

Will Arizonans benefit from the state's chip boom? Absolutely.

@abc15 and @AdamKleppAZ showcase NNME Southwest, a multi-state partnership led by @azcommerce spanning industry, universities, community colleges, K-12, workforce orgs and more accelerating microelectronics training.

[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

Partners will align curriculum with employer needs, coordinate career pathways across the semiconductor value chain, and expand access to hands‑on training.

Thank you to all our partners especially @NSF @CommerceGov @semifoundation @GovernorHobbs.

More: https://t.co/TiiXnREd9d

[Arizona Commerce Authority @azcommerce]

We’re proud to join partners from across the country to officially designate the NNME Southwest regional node. Convened by @azcommerce, NNME Southwest brings together 47 members across five states to build a regionally anchored, nationally scalable workforce system.

[Sandra Watson @SandraWatsonAZ]

We’re excited to kick off a ten-day Asia Trade Mission focused on key sectors such as semiconductors, innovation, and advanced manufacturing. We'll start in Japan before heading to South Korea and then Taiwan, where the ACA will be joined by 20+ Arizona partners.

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