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The Greater Yuma Arizona region is made up of four states and two countries, serving a population of over 1.5 million people.
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Kimberly-Clark Corporation Selects Yuma, Arizona for New Alternative Natural Fiber Pilot Facility
Project to bring 50 high-quality jobs, $100 million capital investment to the region YUMA, Ariz. — 8/3/2026 — The Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation (GYEDC), in partnership with the City of Yuma and the Arizona Commerce Authority, is proud to announce that...
Army Opens West Cibola Range to Private Industry, Strengthening Greater Yuma’s Innovation Economy
Faster access to Yuma Proving Ground creates new opportunities for aerospace and defense investment, innovation and quality jobs across the Greater Yuma region. The U.S. Army is making it easier for private companies to test emerging technologies at Yuma Proving...
AWC’s $5 Million SBA Grant Strengthens Greater Yuma’s Manufacturing Advantage
National investment will expand technical training, business advising and procurement readiness for small manufacturers throughout Southwest Arizona. Greater Yuma’s manufacturing ecosystem is gaining a significant new competitive advantage. Arizona Western College has...
What Industry Leaders Are Saying
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We appreciate the continued partnership of the City of Yuma, Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation, the Arizona Commerce Authority, local growers, and community stakeholders, and we look forward to building on that collaboration as we help support greater Yuma’s ongoing growth and success.
Michael Todd
Vice President and Managing Director of Kimberly-Clark
