We understand what it means to be competitive.  We know the value of a confidential and cohesive regional approach to your business needs, bringing all the leaders to the table to accomplish your goals.

We are Southern Arizona’s “one-stop shop” and lead organization for economic development, connecting you seamlessly to all partners in the region including City of Tucson, Pima County and surrounding municipalities, higher education/talent resources, the Tucson International Airport, state-level resources and programs, private sector support, and more.

We coordinate answers to your questions about property/site availability, permitting & development, regional workforce, and all incentives that might apply to your business, anywhere in this region.

A STRATEGIC, SOUTHWESTERN LOCATION

The Tucson MSA serves a market of 45 million people within a 500-mile radius. In terms of geography, it lies within 415 miles of Southern California population centers and within 64 miles of the Mexican border, Arizona’s largest trade partner.  In 2023, Mexico surpassed China as the U.S. largest trading partner!

At the crossroads of I-10, I-8 and I-19 the interstate system provides timely access to suppliers and markets in other southern states. Four international ports of entry, Port of Tucson intermodal facility, Tucson International Airport and 11 general aviation airports across the region provide supplementary, highly-efficient methods for people and product movement.

Southern Arizona is blessed with warm weather, lots of sunshine and very few natural disasters. Stable climate is ideal for many types of business systems and testing environments. Fertile agricultural land means a year-round growing season.

Businesses regard Southern Arizona as an emerging location of choice for many important reasons including: