City of Tucson
Founder Investor
City Hall
255 W. Alameda
Tucson, AZ 85726-7210
Ph: 520.791.4204
Tucson City Manager’s Office is responsible for carrying out the direction of the Mayor and Council through the administration and coordination of City staff. An important tool for both the Manager and Council is the City Strategic Plan, a working document used by the Mayor and Council and City staff to prioritize the needs of Tucson. www.tucsonaz.gov


Pima County
Founder Investor
Pima County Administration
130 W. Congress, 10th Floor
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.740.8171
The Pima County Administration Office carries out the policies and goals established by the Board of Supervisors. They provide information and technical assistance to the Board and the Administrator oversees all non-elected official department's operations. The department provides management, coordination and communication on all legislative issues and intergovernmental needs. www.pima.gov


Tucson Electric Power (TEP)
Founder Investor
One South Church Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.571.4000
Tucson Electric Power Company (TEP), the principal subsidiary of UniSource Energy (publicly traded on the NYSE under the symbol UNS), serves more than 375,000 customers in Southern Arizona. www.tep.com


Apache Nitrogen, Inc.
Founder Investor
P.O. Box 700
Benson, AZ 85602
Ph: 520.720.2217
Apache Nitrogen Products, Inc. is a manufacturer of agricultural products used in the mining industry, and in the agricultural industry as a nitrogen fertilizer. Located south of Benson, Arizona, the plant was built beginning in 1920. Apache primarily serves the copper industry in southwest New Mexico, southeast Arizona, and in northern Mexico. A large portion of our fertilizer sales are in Arizona and California, serving the year-round growing seasons for vegetables and certain greenhouse applications. We have 85 Employees, made up of Plant Operators, Maintenance Craftsmen, Engineering and Business Professionals, plus Supervisors and Executives. The major shareholders of Apache Nitrogen Products, Inc. are Phelps Dodge and Southwest Energy, Inc. www.apachenitro.com


Carondelet Health Network
Founder Investor
2202 N. Forbes Blvd. 
Tucson, AZ 85745
Ph: 520.872.7790
Carondelet Health Network is a faith-based, not-for-profit healthcare system dedicated to responding to the healthcare needs of Southern Arizonans. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet, Carondelet facilities include Carondelet St. Mary's Hospital and Carondelet St. Joseph's Hospital (both awarded Solucient 100 Top Hospitals), Carondelet Holy Cross Hospital in Santa Cruz County, and over 70 physicians and care providers at 15 Carondelet Medical Group locations. Carondelet Health Network has provided healthcare services for more than 125 years, is dedicated to Healthcare that is Safe, Healthcare that Works, and Healthcare that Leaves No One Behind. More information is available at our website, www.carondelet.org. 


Cox Communications
Founder Investor
1440 E. 15th Street
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.884.0133
As the fourth-largest cable provider in the nation, Cox Communications Inc. is noted for its high-capacity, reliable broadband delivery network as well as the company’s ability to provide superior customer service. For Cox, it’s not about being the biggest; it’s about being the best. With more than 6 million customers, over 20,000 employees and a firm commitment to education, the Cox team is widely regarded as the best in the cable industry, having earned multiple distinctions in customer satisfaction and company strategy. In 2006, Cox received highest honor in J.D. Power and Associates' residential cable/satellite TV customer satisfaction study. For more information visit www.cox.com

Critical Path Institute
1730 E. River Road, Suite 200
Tucson, AZ 85718
Ph: 520.777.2883
Critical Path Institute (C-Path) is an independent, non-profit organization whose mission is to serve as the impartial facilitator of collaborative efforts among scientists from government, academia, patient advocacy organizations and the private sector to support the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s regulatory science initiatives. This involves creating faster, safer and smarter pathways for innovative new drugs, diagnostics and devices that will significantly improve public health.

C-Path is an active participant in efforts to implement the Bio Roadmap for Arizona through innovative partnerships with statewide universities and companies. Established in 2005, C-Path is headquartered in Tucson, AZ with offices in Phoenix and Rockville, MD.

Visit www.c-path.org for more information.


Hecker and Muehlebach, PLLC
405 W. Franklin St.
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.798.3803
Hecker and Muehlebach, PLLC is a law firm based in Tucson, Arizona. The firm focuses primarily in the areas of corporate law and securities regulation, business start-up and other transactions involving capital formation, corporations, limited liability companies, business finance and general contract law. The principals of the firm are Lawrence M. Hecker (heckyes@hpzlaw.com) and L. Matthew Muehlebach (matt@hpzlaw.com). Mr. Hecker graduated from the University of Arizona College of Law in 1972 and Mr. Muehlebach graduated in 1996.


Horizon Moving Systems
3600 E. 36th Street
Tucson, AZ 85713
Ph: 520.747.1400
Horizon Moving Systems, Arizona's premier mover since 1924, specializes in local, statewide, interstate and international moving services. Horizon is an agent for United Van Lines, America's largest household goods mover. Headquartered in Tucson and with offices also in Phoenix, Sierra Vista, Yuma and Flagstaff, Horizon also offers office and industrial moving, distribution and logistics management as well as employee relocation services. Storage is available locally in our 85,000 square feet of climate controlled, modern warehouse space or any of our other offices statewide. For more information, please contact Harry Lakin, Director of Sales at hlakin@horizonmoves.com or visit www.horizonmoves.com.


PICOR Commercial Real Estate Services,
a Cushman & Wakefield Alliance Member
1100 N. Wilmot, Suite 200
Tucson, AZ 85712
Ph: 520.748.7100
PICOR is Tucson's leading independently owned, full-service commercial real estate company, offering brokerage, property management, and consulting services for industrial, office, medical, retail, land and investment properties. PICOR’s regional outreach provides similar high quality services along the border in Southern Arizona and throughout Sonora, Mexico. PICOR is committed to "Building Value through Service" for our clients and community. We are dedicated to obtaining the most favorable results for our clients while developing constructive, long-term, mutually-rewarding relationships. PICOR is a member of the Cushman & Wakefield alliance program. Clients benefit from the Alliance by accessing greater capabilities, knowledge, resources and Cushman & Wakefield’s greater presence in the world’s primary business markets. www.picor.com 


Pima Association of Governments (PAG)
Founder Investor
177 N. Church Ave., Suite 405
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.792.1093
Pima Association of Governments’ mission is to address regional issues through cooperative efforts and pooled resources. Elected officials of the eight local jurisdictions and a governor-appointed member of the Arizona Department of Transportation Board serve on PAG’s Regional Council. PAG’s primary purpose is to build consensus with member jurisdictions and the public on regional issues such as transportation, population growth, and air and water quality. PAG has three divisions: Transportation Planning, Environmental Planning and Technical Services. PAG also manages the Regional Transportation Authority. www.pagnet.org


Raytheon Missile Systems
1151 E. Hermans Road
Tucson, AZ 85706
Ph: 520.794.3000
Raytheon is an industry leader in defense and government electronics, space, information technology, technical services, and business aviation and special mission aircraft. Raytheon: Aspiring to be the most admired defense and aerospace systems supplier through world-class people and technology. www.raytheon.com


Rosemont Copper
PO Box 35130-5130
Tucson, AZ 85740-5130
Ph: 520.343.1730
Fax: 520.407.3991
Rosemont Copper is a new project in Pima County’s Rosemont mining district. It will offer high-paying jobs and a big boost to the tax base – nearly $72 million in personal income to Pima County’s residents each year from nearly 500 direct and 1,000 indirect jobs over about 20 years. The economic impact is significant – annually adding some $2.3 billion nationally, $256 million to Pima County, and $488 million to the state of Arizona. Rosemont will produce as much as 10 percent of the nation’s copper output. Rosemont Copper is designed to be sustainable. Rosemont’s operating plan is unique, bringing together state-of-the-art technologies proven worldwide but never before assembled into a single operation. Reclamation will start in the first year of operation. Six years’ worth of Central Arizona Project water has already been purchased and stored in the ground in advance of mining. www.rosemontcopper.com 


Sargent Controls
5675 W. Burlingame Road
Tucson, AZ 85743
Ph: 520.744.1000
Sargent Controls & Aerospace has been a leading supplier of hydraulic power components for over 80 years. From its roots as a family owned oil control valve engineering company in 1920, Sargent has grown into a premier supplier of highly engineered products in niche industries. Today Sargent is a key supplier on Boeing commercial aircraft as well as many military programs. Sargent's performance on these programs has highlighted its capabilities to design and manufacture high quality products at competitive prices while meeting aggressive schedule requirements. www.sargentcontrols.com


SCF Arizona
3030 N. 3rd Street
Phoenix, AZ 85012
Ph: 602.631.2801
Since 1925, SCF Arizona has been serving the state’s business community by providing affordable workers’ compensation insurance. As the state’s largest workers’ comp provider, SCF served more than 42,000 businesses last year. The company also takes an active role in helping to keep workplaces safe through its loss control consultants, Safety Expos and other resources available to policyholders. SCF Arizona was named one of the “Best Places to Work” in 2009 by the Phoenix Business Journal and is committed to fostering a higher quality of life for all Arizona residents through its community outreach and charitable giving programs. For more information, visit www.scfaz.com.


Southwest Gas Corporation
Founder Investor
3401 E. Gas Road
Tucson, AZ 85714
Ph: 520.794.6575
Southwest is the largest distributor of natural gas in Arizona, selling and transporting natural gas in most of central and southern Arizona, including the Phoenix and Tucson metropolitan areas. Southwest is also the largest distributor and transporter of natural gas in Nevada, serving the Las Vegas metropolitan area and northern Nevada. Northern Pipeline Construction Co, a wholly owned subsidiary, is a full-service underground piping contractor that provides utility companies with trenching and installation, replacement, and maintenance services for energy distribution systems. Please visit our website at http://www.swgas.com.


Sundt Construction
4101 E. Irvington Road
Tucson, AZ 85714
Ph: 520.750.4600
Sundt Construction builds a variety of projects for private and public clients throughout Arizona, including education facilities, hotels, government buildings, healthcare, office buildings, mixed-use projects, and multi-family housing. For more information about the employee-owned company, visit www.sundt.com.

Tucson Association of REALTORS®
2445 N. Tucson Blvd
Tucson AZ 85716
Ph: 520.327.4218
The Tucson Association of REALTORS® is the largest trade association in Southern Arizona, representing the interests of real estate professionals committed to a strict Code of Ethics. The Association promotes enhanced communication, a positive regulatory climate and elevates professionalism and public perception for its members. It is the vision of the Tucson Association of REALTORS® to be the best prepared real estate practitioners with the highest standards. www.tucsonrealtors.org


Tucson Newspapers
Founder Investor
4850 S. Park Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85714
Ph: 520.573.4400
In 1940, when Tucson's population was fewer than 60,000, the Tucson Citizen and The Arizona Daily Star entered into a joint operating agreement that combined the business operations of both newspapers. The agency formed was Tucson Newspapers Inc., now officially called TNI Partners doing business as Tucson's Newspapers. The Arizona Daily Star and the Tucson Citizen maintain their editorial independence and compete vigorously for the news, at the same time sharing all production facilities and the advertising, marketing, circulation, finance, IT and human resources departments. Because an independent, credible and profitable free press is vital to preserving a free society, we shall passionately strive to be the leading, most successful and most compelling news and information providers in all areas we serve. For more information visit us at www.tucsonnewspapers.com.


UA TechPark
9070 S. Rita Road, Suite 1750
Tucson, Arizona 85747
Ph: 520.382.2480
For fifteen years, the UA Tech Park has contributed to regional economic development by advancing the University of Arizona’s research mission and its efforts at technology development and technology commercialization. UA Tech Park contributes $3.0 billion annually to Pima County’s economy and is one of the region’s largest employment centers hosting approximately 40 business and educational organizations that employ more than 7,000 people including four Fortune 500 companies. The UA Tech Park is currently developing a 200 acre Solar Zone to bring different aspects of the solar industry together in a supportive environment for generation, manufacturing/assembly, research & development, education, and public demonstration. The Arizona Center for Innovation (AzCI), a high technology business incubator, is also located at the UA Tech Park. AzCI has developed an incubation model that ensures start-up companies receive practical, hands-on assistance early in the innovation process, beginning in the research phase, and continuing through product development to commercialization. The Park is home to three educational organizations that serve students from kindergarten through college graduation - UA South, Pima Community College, and Vail Academy and High School. The UA Tech Park has been nationally recognized as one of the premier university research parks in North America. For more information about the UA Tech Park visit www.uatechpark.org.


Ventana Medical Systems, Inc.
1910 Innovation Park Dr.
Tucson, AZ 85755 USA
Ph: 520.887.2155
Toll Free 800.227.2155
Ventana Medical Systems, Inc., a member of the Roche Group, is a world leader and innovator of tissue-based diagnostic solutions for patients worldwide.

Passionately pursuing their mission, to improve the lives of all patients afflicted with cancer, the people of Ventana discover, develop, and deliver medical diagnostic systems and slide-based cancer tests that are shaping the future of healthcare. Ventana products provide healthcare professionals with a total solution for all critical steps involved in the analysis of tissue biopsies. To optimize results for customers who invest in their instrumentation, this pioneering company also offers premier workflow solutions specially designed to improve laboratory efficiency and preserve patient safety.

Recognizing the world’s rising medical needs, Ventana focuses on accelerating the discovery and development of new prognostic and predictive cancer tests that are enabling personalized healthcare. These tests allow pathologists to analyze patient biopsies at the molecular level to help determine the best course of therapy for individual patients.

As a member of the Roche Group, drawing on powerful partnerships with world-class scientific institutes, Ventana is innovating tissue diagnostics to reach labs and hospitals worldwide, offering a more diverse, robust menu of solutions than ever before. As slide-based tissue diagnostics advance, the opportunity for patients to lead longer, healthier lives improves. http://www.ventanamed.com/


Viscount Suite Hotel
4855 East Broadway
Tucson, AZ 85711
Ph: 520.745.6500
The Viscount Suite Hotel is the only locally owned and operated all-suite hotel in Tucson. It offers a convenient central location that is close to many restaurants, office centers, and shopping areas (including two major shopping malls). The hotel is a quick 15-minute ride from Tucson International Airport. The hotel’s lovely interior features a stunning 4-story atrium that is surrounded by a luxurious interior garden that offers seating. Other amenities in the hotel include two restaurants: Wilbur’s Grill and the Atrium Café. The two-room suites, ideal for either business travelers or vacation visitors, are fully equipped with all amenities including free Wi-Fi. www.viscountsuite.com


Wells Fargo
Founder Investor
150 N. Stone Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.792.5406
Wells Fargo is a diversified financial services company providing banking, insurance, investments, mortgage and consumer finance through more than 6,000 financial services stores and the Internet across North America and internationally. www.wellsfargo.com


REGIONAL PARTNERS

Town of Oro Valley
11000 N. La Canada Drive
Tucson, AZ 85737
Ph: 520.229.4700
Oro Valley is a well-planned community that uses its resources to balance the needs of today with potential impacts on future generations. Oro Valley’s lifestyle is defined by the highest standard of environmental integrity, education, infrastructure, services, public safety and economic sustainability. We are a community of people working together to ensure that the Town government remains responsive to the citizens’ needs while maintaining the long-term financial stability of the Town. For more information visit www.orovalleyaz.gov.  


Town of Sahuarita
375 W. Sahuarita Center Way
Sahuarita, AZ 85629
Ph: 520.822.8800
Surrounded by expansive views of desert vegetation and majestic mountains, Sahuarita is rediscovered every day by people who are seeking a community that is convenient, consistent and complete. A community that complements the lifestyles of all generations. It is vital that expansion provides for the well-being of current and future residents while retaining the history, grace and charm of it rich past and natural beauty. These are the cornerstones of the Town of Sahuarita - values that make it unique among contemporary towns. For more information please visit http://www.ci.sahuarita.az.us/


GOLD

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
5285 East Williams Circle 
Tucson, AZ 85711
Ph: 520.745.7333
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) offers you choice and affordability. After all, we've been serving Arizona since 1939 and we're the largest local health insurance company in the state. At Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, we believe in the importance of helping to support a healthy Arizona. HealthyBlue is our integrated approach to health that helps engage, educate and empower Arizonans to make healthier lifestyle choices. www.azblue.com 


Bluespan
Ph: 800.218.9741 Ext. 124
Bluespan’s corporate vision is to deliver customer focused, cost effective, and rapid Information Technology and Network solutions to complex business problems. Bluespan aims to make sure that its solutions continually support its client’s business strategy, capitalizes on technology innovation, differentiates their business, and outpaces the competition. Bluespan’s in-depth experience and 'client-specific' approach helps clients from a broad range of industries - distribution, manufacturing, medical, finance, telecommunication, construction, engineering, insurance, and the non-profit sector. With offices in the western United States, Bluespan offers a 24-hour development and support cycle, faster turnaround time, and excellent quality. Bluespan provides high-quality IT service around the clock! www.bluespannetworks.com


Diamond Ventures
2200 E. River Road, #115
Tucson, AZ 85718
Ph: 520.577.0200
Diamond Ventures, Inc. was founded in 1988 with a singular vision of becoming one of the leading real estate development and investment companies in Arizona and the Southwest. Over the years, the company has achieved its vision by assembling a quality portfolio of residential, office, retail and build-to-suit projects throughout Arizona. Diamond Ventures' mission is to engage in high quality real estate investments and business ventures that create value for its customers and partners, with careful consideration for the community, neighbors and the environment. Its core philosophy – What It Takes – describes Diamond Ventures’ dedication to success and ability to meet any business challenge. www.diamondventures.com


Golden Eagle Distributors, Inc.
Founder Investor
705 E. Ajo Way
Tucson, AZ 85713
Ph: 520.884.5999
Golden Eagle Distributors, Inc. has been the exclusive distributor of Anheuser-Busch products across most of Arizona since its creation in 1974. The family-owned company is headquartered in Tucson with offices in Buckeye, Casa Grande, Flagstaff, Holbrook and Globe, Arizona. www.gedaz.com


Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort
10000 North Oracle Road
Tucson, AZ 85704
Ph:520.544.5000
General Manager: Lynn Ericksen
Distinct….Natural….Inspiring. The beautiful Hilton Tucson El Conquistador Golf & Tennis Resort is set at the base of the Santa Catalina Mountain range in Northwest Tucson. Inspired by the beauty of its pristine natural canyon views and lush desert surroundings, this luxury full-service Resort is equipped with recreational facilities including golf, tennis and horseback riding. Additionally, the resort offers 100,000 sq. feet of indoor and outdoor conference and event facilities making it the perfect location for your next getaway, conference, special event or relaxing round of golf. Please call 520-544-5000 and we will assist you with your resort request. www.hiltonelconquistador.com


HSL Properties
3901 E Broadway Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85711
Ph: 520.322.6994
Formed in 1975 this Tucson-based company has owned, operated, and developed properties in six states. In addition to a major presence in the apartment industry, HSL’s other notable investments include 900 hotel rooms, more than 750,000 square feet of office building space, retail space, a golf course, a bank holding company, and several thousand acres of master planned land tracts. HSL is the single largest apartment owner in Southern Arizona and operates over 7,400 apartments in 28 apartment communities and maintains an exemplary commitment to resident satisfaction and value. HSL formed a management services company and an asset management arm in its ongoing commitment to provide superior service to its clients. www.hslproperties.com 


Humana Inc.
Humana Inc., headquartered in Louisville KY, is one of the nation’s largest publicly traded health and supplemental benefits companies, with approximately 10.3 million medical members and 7.3 million specialty members. Humana is a full service benefits solutions company that offers a wide array of health and supplementary benefit plans for employer groups, government programs, and individuals.
Over its 47-year history, Humana has consistently seized opportunities to meet changing customer needs. Today, the company is a leader in consumer engagement, providing guidance that leads to lower costs and a better health plan experience throughout its diversified customer portfolio. www.humana.com


Inside Tucson Business
3280 E Hemisphere Loop, Ste 180
Tucson, AZ 85726
Ph: 520.294.1200
Since 1991, Inside Tucson Business (ITB) has been a reliable and important source of news and information for senior managers, business people and investors in every industry. Each week, ITB provides readers with a full range of important information, including a comprehensive review of the week's local business news, and journalistic commentary in finance, law, sales management, human resources and investments. Our publication profiles key executives and their companies, features local industry listings and rankings, and covers political and state news from a local business-related angle. First-rate editorial and research teams provide in-depth analyses of Tucson's ever-changing business and economic scene. Our readers rely on ITB for the vital business news and information they need to succeed. Inside Tucson Business: Your source for local business news. www.azbiz.com


Miramar Ventures, LLC
PO Box 31930
Tucson, AZ 85751
Ph: 520.298.2828
Fax: 520.298.2838
An investment partnership focused on innovation and strategic opportunities in Southern Arizona.


Port of Tucson/Century Park Research Center
Founder Investor
6964 S. Memorial Place
Tucson, AZ 85706
Ph: 520.623.1411
Here at the Port of Tucson, we have established a transportation and logistics center to assist businesses in Tucson and the southwest with access to rail and intermodal container transportation options. With our location near the US/Mexico border, we hope to facilitate increased trade and business relationships between companies North and South of the border. Located in the Century Park Research Center Southeast of Tucson, Arizona, the Port of Tucson has ample room to grow on the 264 acre park. The Century Park center is also registered as a Foreign Trade Zone (FTZ 174, site 2), which allows us to ship and receive product in bond. For more information visit www.portoftucson.net.


Union Pacific Railroad
1255 S. Campbell Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85713
Ph: 928.373.8842
Union Pacific Railroad is the largest railroad in the US serving 23 states with 8,700 railroad cars linking major West Coast and Gulf Coast ports with four major gateways (Chicago, St Louis, Memphis, New Orleans). Union Pacific operates key north/south corridors and is the only railroad that serves all major gateways to Mexico and interchanges traffic with Canada. UP’s diversified commodity mix includes chemicals, coal, food and forest products, grain and grain products, metals, minerals, and automobiles and parts. UP is the nation's largest hauler of chemicals and is one of the largest carriers of truck trailers and containers. Although Union Pacific's primary role is transporting freight, it also runs a commuter train operation in Chicago. www.up.com


University Medical Center
1501 N. Campbell Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85724
Ph: 520.694.0111
Incorporated in 1984, University Medical Center (UMC) is a private, not-for-profit, 355-bed hospital with nearly 4,000 full-time employees. It serves as the teaching hospital for the four colleges in the University of Arizona’s Arizona Health Sciences Center. The completion in mid-2010 of Diamond Children’s Medical Center (with a new Level I trauma center, pediatric and adult emergency rooms, and new ICU adult floors) will increase the number of pediatric beds from 87 to 116 and will add 88 new adult beds. For 14 consecutive years it has been rated by U.S. News & World Report’s annual guide to “America’s Best Hospitals” as one of the top 50 hospitals in America. www.azumc.com


SILVER

BBVA Compass
5285 E. Williams Circle, Ste. 3500
Tucson, AZ 85711
Ph: 1.800.236.2059
BBVA Compass ranks among the top 25 largest banks in the U.S. based on deposit market share and ranks among the largest banks in Texas (4th) and Alabama (3rd). The company has total assets of approximately $61.5 billion and operates 577 branches across a six state Sunbelt Region including: 309 in Texas, 92 in Alabama, 77 in Arizona, 44 in Florida, 34 in Colorado, and 21 in New Mexico. BBVA Compass is a subsidiary of Compass Bancshares, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of BBVA (NYSE: BBV) (MAD: BBVA). BBVA provides its customers around the world with a full range of financial services, including commercial and wholesale banking, retail banking services, consumer loans, mortgages, credit cards, securities brokerage, wealth management, pension plan management and insurance. www.bbvacompass.com  


Biz Tucson Magazine
4729 E. Sunrise Drive #505
Tucson, AZ 85718
Ph: 520.299.1005
Biz Tucson Magazine is the premier showcase for Southern Arizona’s business community. The magazine reaches the region’s key decision-makers: the Presidents, CEOs, CFOs, business owners, physicians, attorneys, and entrepreneurs as well as managers in the private and public sectors. With Tucson’s population now more than one million, the role of a first-rate business magazine is essential to the region’s success and vitality. Biz Tucson markets Tucson to incoming companies and executives through these distribution channels: TREO, Tucson Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce and commercial and residential realtors. Biz Tucson creates higher awareness for the area’s successes and focuses specific attention on Southern Arizona’s growing biotechnology, solar, and aerospace sectors (among others). Combining high-quality editorial and journalism with cutting-edge design and photography, this glossy magazine provides an outstanding economic development tool for the region. www.biztucson.com


Chase
Founder Investor
2 East Congress, 4th Floor
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.792.6734
Chase is the U.S. consumer and commercial banking brand of JPMorgan Chase & Co. (NYSE: JPM). Chase has 112 million credit cards issued and serves consumers and small businesses through more than 2,600 bank branches, 7,400 ATMs and 280 mortgage offices as well as through relationships with 15,600 auto dealerships and 2,500 schools and universities. It also serves more than 25,000 commercial banking clients, including corporations, municipalities, financial institutions and not-for-profit entities with annual revenues generally ranging from $10 million to $2 billion. www.chase.com


GEICO
930 North Finance Center Drive
Tucson, AZ 85710
Ph: 520.546.5300
Established in 1936, GEICO (Government Employees Insurance Company) is the fourth-largest private passenger auto insurer in the United States, providing auto insurance coverage for more than 7 million policyholders and more than 11 million vehicles. GEICO's Tucson office opened in 2003, and quickly became a company leader in sales and service and a strong community supporter. GEICO is a member of the Berkshire Hathaway group of companies. GEICO provides consumers with sales, service and claims capabilities on its geico.com Web site. Consumers may also contact the company at its toll free 1-800-841-3000 number. For more information, go to www.geico.com.


Goodmans Interior Structures
Founder Investor
3925 N. Business Center Drive
Tucson, AZ 85705
Ph: 520.888.1117
For over five decades, we have developed a reputation of a business that specializes in customer-centered service, innovation office design and a commitment to the community.
Assisting you in creating a productive facility is Goodmans’ objective. We listen to concerns regarding how employees currently work, how they will need to work in the future and facility image issues. This is critical to create a program to meet your specific requirements. Before recommending a plan of action, we do our best to thoroughly understand your way of doing business. Because of our expertise and passion for quality, delivery of our services is consistent over time. www.goodmans.info


Grubb & Ellis Company
3333 E. Speedway Blvd.
Tucson, AZ 85716
Ph: 520.321.3340
Grubb & Ellis Company (NYSE: GBE) is one of the largest and most respected commercial real estate services and investment companies. With more than 130 owned and affiliate offices worldwide, Grubb & Ellis offers property owners, corporate occupants and investors comprehensive integrated real estate solutions, including transaction, management, consulting and investment advisory services supported by proprietary market research and extensive local market expertise. Grubb & Ellis established the Tucson office in 2008 to service the growing needs of Southern Arizona. With more than 70 years of experience, G&E’s Tucson professionals offer an unparalleled expertise in office, industrial, retail, and investments transactions. www.grubb-ellis.com


Howard S. Wright Constructors
455 North 3rd Street, Suite 280-A
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Ph: 602.253.6112
Howard S. Wright Constructors strives to build landmark projects and long-term relationships. We continually strive to strengthen our in-house resources to address new opportunities. As our clients’ markets expand, we are growing with them, building millions of square feet in the western United States. We are committed to being good stewards of the earth’s resources through our green building efforts. We are active members of the green building movement and proud members of the U.S. Green Building Council. Howard S. Wright Constructors is part of the Howard S. Wright family of companies. www.hswconstructors.com


Northern Trust, NA
3450 E. Sunrise Drive, Suite 100
Tucson, AZ 85718
Ph: 520.615.2307 
Northern Trust creates integrated, customized and innovative financial solutions for successful individuals and families.  A leading provider of trust and estate services, investment management, private and business banking, financial planning, and philanthropic services, Northern Trust in one of only 7 U.S. bank holding companies to be rated "AA-" or better by Standard & Poor's. We help our clients reach their financial goals and maintain the freedom to focus on what really matters. www.northerntrust.com


Nova Home Loans
Founder Investor
6245 E. Broadway Blvd., Suite 400
Tucson, AZ 85711
Ph: 520.745.0050
Nova Home Loans was founded in 1980 by Ray Desmond as one of the first Mortgage Brokers. The company is now licensed as a Mortgage Bank but offers the best of both worlds, the efficiency of a mortgage bank and the flexibility and choices of a mortgage broker. www.novahomeloans.com


Spring O'Brien
50 West 23rd Street, 11th Floor
New York, NY 10010
Ph: 212.620.7100
Spring, O’Brien is an international marketing communications agency that combines depth of experience with youthful exuberance and commitment. Based in New York, the company has fashioned a totally integrated marketing communications approach that is focused on Economic Development, Real Estate, Business to Business and Travel. Spring, O’Brien has full-service capabilities - enabling the agency to offer truly objective advice to clients in the areas of public relations, advertising, design and direct and online marketing. With a professional staff of over 40, we combine the flexibility and hands-on approach of a smaller agency with the specialist resources and expertise to achieve and exceed large agency results. www.spring-obrien.com


University Physicians Healthcare
2701 E. Elvira Road
Tucson, AZ 85756
Ph: 520.874.2000
University Physicians Healthcare (UPH), a nonprofit corporation founded in 1985, is the medical practice of the physicians of The University of Arizona College of Medicine. Together with University Physicians Hospital, The University of Arizona and University Medical Center, we care for patients, educate medical students, train physicians and conduct clinical research. With over 350 physicians (many listed in The Best Doctors In America) 260 nurses and 1,250 staff, UPH is Arizona’s largest physicians group. UPH doctors perform heart, bone marrow, and liver, pancreas and kidney transplants, and care for the severely injured at the UMC Trauma Center and UPH Emergency Room. Patients receive state-of-the-art medical and surgical care in nearly every specialty area including cancer, cardiology, arthritis, orthopaedics and women’s and children’s services in Tucson and Sierra Vista. www.uph.org


COPPER

Arizona Canning Company
8755 S. Rita Road
Tucson, AZ 85747
Ph: 520.663.4720
A manufacturer of both canned and preserved foods, Arizona Canning processes and manufactures canned, refried, and whole black, pinto, chili, white, and red kidney beans in different size presentations under the brands name of La Costeña and SunVista. The company serves as distributor for the brands owned by the same group in Mexico. Tucson serves as the company’s U.S. headquarters and was selected due to its close proximity to rail, highway, and air transportation which will facilitate the distribution of Arizona Canning’s products to markets throughout the United States and, more specifically in the West Coast. The overall operation of the La Costeña parent company encompasses three manufacturing plants and more than 130 products. The company’s mission is to be a market leader that provides families with high quality, affordable canned foods that preserve the flavor of Mexican cuisine and offer ease of preparation. http://www.lacostena.com.mx/ 


BeachFleischman PC
1985 E. River Road, Suite 201
Tucson, AZ 85718
Ph: 520.321.4600
Founded in 1990, BeachFleischman PC is Southern Arizona’s largest locally-owned accounting and business advisory services firm. From our original 5 shareholders and 14 employees, we have expanded to 13 shareholders among our staff of more than 100. Beach Fleischman PC offers complete tax planning and preparation, accounting and auditing, and comprehensive business management and advising services. As an employer, we offer a team environment where personal growth and quality of life are among our core values. We exercise a three-pronged approach that includes recruiting, training and retaining a superior staff who are devoted to client service. www.beachfleischman.com


Business Development Finance Corporation (BDFC)
335 N. Wilmot, Suite 420
Tucson, AZ 85711
Ph: 520.623.3377
Business Development Finance Corporation is a Tucson based Certified Development Company that provides the SBA 504 loan product to Arizona businesses. The SBA 504 loan is designed to minimize the cash injection required and offers a below market fixed rate for the 20 year term of the loan. Other areas of focus include businesses that export, businesses that are located downtown, and businesses that are creating jobs for low and moderate income persons. www.bdfc.com


C. Sheafe Company
4572 E. Camp Lowell Dr.
Tucson, AZ 85712
Ph: 520.529.1430
C. Sheafe Company is a land investment and development company which specializes in the acquisition, development, and marketing of custom residential communities. Some of the luxurious communities that have been developed by C. Sheafe Company include Reata (TX), Black Horse (CA), as well as Arcadia, High Mesa, Rancho Soldados, and, as a partner with others, Rancho del Lago (all in Arizona).


CAID Industries
2275 E. Ganley Road
Tucson, AZ 85726
Ph: 520.294.3126
Since 1947, Caid Industries, one of the largest specialty manufacturers in the Southwest, has been providing custom design and fabrication, as well as high-volume, repetitive manufacturing, to your design criteria or supplied drawings. Caid provides you with both the expertise and the wide range of services required to solve your most complex problems. At Caid, your project team includes in-house, registered engineers; project managers and design detailers. We stand ready to help you gain or retain your competitive edge. We also hold three ASME Code stamps for shop and field welding of tanks, piping and boilers. Visit www.caid.com for more information.


CB Richard Ellis
3719 N. Campbell Ave.
Tucson , AZ 85719
Ph: 520.323.5100
CB Richard Ellis Tucson, LLC is a CB Richard Ellis joint venture office serving the Greater Tucson area. The firm assists real estate owners, investors and occupiers by offering strategic advice and execution for property leasing and sales; property, facilities and project management; corporate services; debt and equity financing; investment management; valuation and appraisal; research and investment strategy; and consulting. CB Richard Ellis Group, Inc. (NYSE:CBG), an S&P 500 company headquartered in Los Angeles, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services firm (in terms of 2006 revenue). With over 24,000 employees, the Company serves real estate owners, investors and occupiers through more than 300 offices worldwide. www.cbre.com


Comcast
8251 N. Cortaro Road
Tucson, AZ 85743
Ph: 520.744.5442
Comcast was founded in 1963 as a single-system cable operation. Today, we’re the country’s largest provider of cable services and one of the world’s leading communications companies. We deliver digital services, provide faster Internet and clearer broadband phone service, and develop and deliver innovative programming. As Comcast evolves, we continue to look to the future – seeking out new communications technology, new opportunities, and more choices. We will deliver a superior experience to our customers every day. www.comcast.com


Commerce Bank of Arizona
3805 E. Broadway
Tucson, AZ 85716
Ph: 520.325.5200
Commerce Bank of Arizona is a community bank organized by local business leaders to provide the personal banking services that meet our customers' needs. Our focus is on small businesses, professional groups, non-profit organizations and individuals. We are committed to excellence in the personal service we give and in the products we offer. Since we opened the doors of our midtown home office in August 2002, the Bank has grown its footprint in Southern Arizona to include three branches in Tucson, one in Green Valley, and our newest branch in Tubac. We pledge that our staff will be directly and personally responsive to you at each step in your financial growth, and we sincerely look forward to doing business with you. www.commercebankaz.com 


DPR Construction, Inc.
3020 E Camelback Rd, Suite 100
Phoenix, AZ 85016
Ph: 602.333.1879 
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking national general contractor and construction manager specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare and corporate office markets. A privately held, employee-owned company, DPR has been constructing projects in the Tucson area for more than a decade for clients such as University Medical Center North (Cancer Center), sanofi-aventis, Ventana Medical Systems and the University of Arizona. DPR is currently providing construction services for Pima County Psychiatric Hospital and Critical Response Center as well as the new American Red Cross Tucson Regional Blood Center. Our guiding purpose is to build great things – great buildings, great relationships, a great company, and a great reputation. www.dprinc.com


Evergreen Maintenance Center 
Pinal Air Park
Marana, AZ 85653 
Ph: 520.682.4181
The Evergreen Maintenance Center in Marana, AZ is one of the largest full-service airframe maintenance, repair, and overhaul facilities in the US. Commercial airlines, business aircraft and aircraft leasing companies all entrust heavy maintenance work to Evergreen Maintenance Center. Consisting of three maintenance hangars and a large maintenance flight line, the Evergreen Maintenance Center also operates the Pinal Air Park and its 6,850-foot runway rated for Boeing 747-400 aircraft. With 20 million square feet of ramp and storage area able to accommodate up to 300 aircraft, the EMC also holds the distinction as one of the largest commercial aircraft storage facilities in the world. www.evergreenaviation.com


Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold
One North Central Ave.
Phoenix, AZ 85004
Ph: 602.366.8100
Freeport-McMoRan Copper & Gold has a rich history in the Grand Canyon State through its 2007 acquisition of Phelps Dodge. Phoenix-based Freeport-McMoRan is the world’s largest publicly traded copper producer. More than 1,000 people work at the company’s Sierrita Operations near Green Valley producing copper and molybdenum, a metal used in steel alloys. Other Freeport-McMoRan copper mines in Southern Arizona include the Morenci and Safford operations. The Climax Technology Center in Sahuarita is a global hub for research and development in molybdenum applications. Freeport-McMoRan activities contribute $1.4 billion to Pima County’s economy annually. www.fcx.com


Lewis and Roca
One S. Church Ave, Suite 700
Tucson, AZ   85701
Phone: 520.622.2090
Lewis and Roca LLP is one of the Southwest's leading law firms. With more than 210 attorneys, the firm serves regional, national and international clients across a wide range of disciplines including: litigation, intellectual property, and real estate. Lewis and Roca’s Tucson office is the leading business law firm in Southern Arizona. Whether your company is involved in real estate investment or development, healthcare, optics, engineering, or defense technology, Lewis and Roca has the team to provide the kind of skilled, innovative, and cost-effective legal guidance you need.  For more information contact us at ClientServices@LRLaw.com or visit our website at www.LRLaw.com.


M3 Enterprises
Ph: 520.577.8541


Peto & Company CPAs PLLC
2525 E. Broadway, Suite 102
Tucson, AZ 85716
Ph: 520.326.0496
Peto & Company CPAs PLLC is a professional accounting firm offering tax planning and compliance and business consulting. We specialize in planning for small to large business entities, including analyzing the tax consequences of a variety of transactional and business structures, assisting with succession planning and business valuations, and complying with governmental reporting. We stress the importance of the individual, both personally and in business, and are dedicated to superior client service and professional development. (www.PetoCPAs.com)


Quarles & Brady LLP
One South Church Ave., #1700
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.770.8700
Quarles & Brady LLP, one of the nation’s top law firms, provides legal services from 6 offices in Arizona, Florida, Illinois, and Wisconsin. The firm's Tucson office is known for tackling the toughest legal problems and the most complex transactions faced by Tucson businesses, while also providing guidance on the day-to-day matters important to its clients. The close-knit group of 20 attorneys offers a full range of legal services, including an Intellectual Property practice, which provides U.S. and foreign patent, trademark, copyright, e-commerce and IP litigation services. The Tucson office attorneys also offer significant services and experience in Bankruptcy/Creditors' Rights; Corporate Transactions; Environmental; Finance; Immigration; Indian Law; Litigation/Dispute Resolution; Products Liability; and Real Estate. Common Ground. Uncommon Vision. www.quarles.com


sanofi-aventis
1500 E Hanley Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85737-9525
Ph: 520.544.5800
Sanofi-aventis U.S. is an affiliate of sanofi-aventis, a leading global pharmaceutical company that discovers, develops, and distributes therapeutic solutions to help improve the lives of patients. Sanofi-aventis brings creativity and innovation to its research with just one end in view: patient health. The sanofi-aventis R&D portfolio is among the pharmaceutical industry's most promising. In particular, its fields of excellence and expertise include: thrombosis, cardiometabolism, vaccines, oncology, the central nervous system, and internal medicine. Sanofi-aventis U.S. has begun construction of a new 110,350-square-foot research center in Oro Valley. With an expected completion date of June 2009, the state-of-the-art facilitywill more than double the space at the company's current Oro Valley facility. For more information, visit www.sanofi-aventis.us or www.sanofi-aventis.com.


The Temp Connection
Founder Investor
3400 E. Speedway Blvd., Suite 104
Tucson, AZ 85716
Ph: 520.323.3100
The Temp Connection is committed to providing both clients and employees with the best and most mutually satisfying employment experience. Whether you are looking for temporary or permanent employees, a job or a career, visit our webpage and discover why The Temp Connection has such a high success rate matching employee and client. www.thetempconnection.com


T.L. Roof & Associates
710 S. Campbell Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85719
Ph: 520.792.0734
T. L. Roof & Associates Construction Company is a full service general contractor providing Construction Management, CM @ Risk, Design Assist, and Design/Build services.  Our project experience includes office, retail, educational, entertainment, museum, recreational, industrial, parking structure, healthcare, hospitality, and advanced technology for both public and private clients.  A subsidiary of the O’Neil Family of Construction Companies, T.L. Roof was founded in Tucson in 1982 and continues to serve clients throughout the state of Arizona . Our guiding premise is to provide customer satisfaction through quality, integrity and professionalism. www.tlroof.com


TranSystems
300 W. Paseo Redondo
Tucson, AZ 85701
Ph: 520.792.2200
TranSystems is a full service supply chain, architectural and engineering firm that provides single source solutions to clients in both the public and private sectors. A company with a nationwide presence, TranSystems employes nearly 1,300 professionals in 48 offices. 

At TranSystems, an array of talent in key areas is under one roof with the flexibility to deliver one or all of those skills to its clients, depending on the challenge. Specifically, these areas include: Supply Chain Consulting Services; Planning Services; Financial Services; Real Estate Services; Facility Operational Analysis, Benchmarking, and Improvement; Architectural and Engineering Design Services; Material Handling and Systems Integration; Environmental Services; Security Services; Construction Services. www.transystems.com


Vantage West
Founder Investor
2480 N. Arcadia
Tucson, AZ 85708
Ph: 520.298.7882 or 800.888.7882
Vantage West is a full-service financial institution. We offer a wide array of personal and business accounts, ranging from savings and checking accounts, to loans, mortgages, merchant services, consumer credit cards, and much more. With more than $920 million in assets, Vantage West is the largest credit union in Southern Arizona. As such, we are able to bring quality products and service to our members, while continually striving to practice our mission: People helping people achieve their financial goals . . . our #1 priority.Our members are served by our service-oriented team members at 12 branches, a surcharge-free ATM network of more than 32,000 ATMs nationwide, 30 Vantage West ATMs, two electronic banking systems and a live member information call center. Vantage West Credit Union...You'll Like the Difference! www.vwestcu.org


Venture West
6007 E. Grant Road
Tucson, AZ 85712
Ph: 520.722.9292
Venture West, located in Tucson, Arizona, develops, builds and manages quality business communities and retail centers. Venture West, the largest office and medical office developer in Southern Arizona, is a commercial real estate development, construction, and property management firm. Since 1981, Venture West has developed distinctive commercial and retail properties. The company provides turnkey services for its professional and corporate clients in the development of their own buildings. We are currently developing Innovation Park, a 200 acre industrial, research, bioscience and office park in Oro Valley in northwest Tucson. For more information about our projects, please visit our website at www.venturewestaz.com.



CONTRIBUTING PARTNER

Tucson Airport Authority
7005 South Plumer Ave.
Tucson, AZ 85706
Ph: 520.573.8100
Sixty years ago, 15 Tucson businessmen borrowed $25,000 from investors to create an organization called the Tucson Airport Authority (TAA). Within three years TAA had repaid the loan and was responsible for Tucson Municipal Airport, home to two major airlines offering scheduled service to 100,000 passengers a years. Today, with over 60 daily departures, Tucson International Airport (TIA) serves over 4.4 million passengers annually.The 67th busiest airport in the country located on over 8,200 acres, TIA is a multi-million dollar operation, a huge economic generator, and is still guided by a group of community volunteers. TAA's Board of Directors collaborates closely with local economic development agencies to attract not only new air service, but also new industry. www.airtucson.com



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