BBA CONSULTANTS EXPANDS U.S. FOOTPRINT WITH NEW OFFICE IN TUCSON
BBA Consultants announces the opening of a new office in Tucson, Arizona, a strategic addition to its growing U.S. presence and a reflection of the firm’s continued commitment to being close to its clients and their projects. BBA Consultants anticipates adding approximately 25 jobs over the next several years. The new office will be located […]
Chamber Partners With Eller College of Management on 2026 Breakfast With The Economists, June 4
Annual Event Presented by JP Morgan Chase Features New Panel with the Chamber of Southern Arizona TUCSON, Ariz. — The University of Arizona Eller College of Management is pleased to announce its annual Breakfast with the Economists presented by JP Morgan Chase. The event takes place on Thursday, June 4 from 8 to 9:45 a.m. […]
The Chamber of Southern Arizona Names New Board of Directors Chair and New Board Members
The Chamber of Southern Arizona today announces that Alison Flynn Gaffney, CEO, Banner – University Medicine Tucson, will become Chair of The Chamber’s Board of Directors starting July 1, 2026. Alison oversees more than 8,000 employees at Banner – University Medical Center Tucson and Banner – University Medical Center South, as well as Diamond […]
The Chamber Hires Karla Bernal Morales as New Chief Partnerships Officer
For Immediate Release Tucson, AZ (December 15, 2025) – Today The Chamber of Southern Arizona announces the hiring of Karla Bernal Morales as its new Chief Partnerships Officer (CPO). The Chief Partnerships Officer is responsible for advancing The Chamber’s regional influence, accelerating economic growth and cultivating high-impact partnerships across the public and private sectors. A […]
Ascent Aviation Services Celebrates Grand Opening Of Two New Wide-Body Aircraft Hangars In Marana, AZ
Ascent Aviation Services (“Ascent”) announced today the grand opening of two new 90,000-square-feet wide-body maintenance hangars at their Pinal Air Park (MZJ) facility in Marana, Arizona. This celebration culminates an unprecedented investment in the Maintenance Base that has led to significant job growth and expansion in capabilities since its initial announcement in September of 2023. […]
The Chamber of Southern Arizona Endorses Plan Tucson
The Chamber of Southern Arizona announces today its official endorsement of Plan Tucson 2025, the City of Tucson’s proposed general plan on the November 4 ballot. The Chamber’s Board of Directors approved the endorsement at its most recent board meeting. “We commend Mayor and Council for their vision in shaping Plan Tucson 2025,” said Joe […]
The Chamber of Southern Arizona Board of Directors Votes to Support Project Blue
UPDATE [AUGUST 5, 2025]: Please visit our Project Blue campaign page and take 30 seconds to sign off on a pre-written letter to Mayor & Council. Letter submission deadline is August 19. FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUCSON, AZ (July 16, 2025) – The Board of Directors of The Chamber of Southern Arizona has voted to […]
Introducing The Chamber of Southern Arizona
TUCSON, AZ – On May 2nd The Chamber of Southern Arizona officially launched at its Kickoff Luncheon, attended by nearly 700 community leaders. In December 2024, Sun Corridor Inc. and the Tucson Metro Chamber agreed to come together with a unified business voice, strategy, and resources to address Southern Arizona’s biggest economic development challenges and bolster the region’s competitiveness. […]
Tucson Leaders to Hold Press Conference Against Prop 414’s Tax Hike
~ Speakers to highlight the financial burden Prop 414 would place on Tucson families and businesses. ~ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE TUCSON, AZ [February 10, 2025]– Tucson-area Democratic State Representatives Alma Hernandez (LD20), Consuelo Hernandez (LD21), and State Senator Sally Ann Gonzales (LD20) will join local labor, community, and business leaders to announce their opposition to Proposition 414 […]
Schnitzer Properties Breaks Ground on $73 Million in New Tucson Industrial Developments;New Projects Will Create Over 334,000 Square Feet of Space for Hundreds of New Job Opportunities in Tucson
Tucson, Ariz. (January 15, 2025) – Schnitzer Properties broke ground on two new industrial developments in Tucson today. The $73 million total investment in two, unique Class A industrial spaces will provide new workspaces for small and mid-sized manufacturers, distributors, and service providers who will bring new job opportunities to Tucson. Jordan Schnitzer, President of Schnitzer […]
