Growing Rural Opportunity. Together.
The Arizona Regional Economic Development Foundation brings together businesses, communities, educators, and partners to create opportunity, strengthen rural economies, and move Cochise County and Southeastern Arizona forward.
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OUR ROLE
Economic development in rural communities takes collaboration. ARED brings businesses, educators, workforce partners, community leaders, and government together around shared priorities.
We don’t just support growth — we coordinate it.
Building relationships to strengthen our region.
We connect businesses, communities, educators, workforce partners, and resources across Cochise County and beyond.
Bringing the right people to the table.
We create spaces for meaningful conversations, shared learning, and collaboration around the opportunities and challenges facing our region.
Turning connections and ideas into action.
We help partnerships gain momentum, launch initiatives, and create new opportunities for rural communities.
Open Spaces for Big Ideas
The Community Innovation Center at 4251 Enterprise Way is the front door of AREDF and a hub for business, innovation, learning, and regional collaboration.
It's where entrepreneurs work, businesses grow, partners gather, and ideas move forward.
EVENT SPACE
Flexible, larger venue for celebrations, conferences, and community events.
CONFERENCE ROOMS
Professional meeting spaces for groups of all sizes with the latest technology.
OFFICE SPACE
Private offices and flexible workspace for businesses and professionals.
SMALL BUSINESS SUPPORT
Resources, connections, and support to help businesses start and grow.