Economic Development and Research Director

520.243.1912
jeff.powell@suncorridorinc.com

As Economic Development and Research Director, Jeff is responsible for supporting the economic development efforts of the Business Development team, including directing business attraction/expansion projects as well as research and analysis.

Jeff began his career in development working for an NGO in Washington D.C. focused on water security in Africa. Before joining Sun Corridor Inc. in 2019, Jeff was the Associate Director of Development for the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences at the University of Arizona. In this role, he focused on securing major gifts, building the pipeline, and managing the College’s membership giving society.

Jeff holds a Bachelor of Arts in Africana Studies from the University of Arizona.