Advanced Manufacturing

Aerospace & Defense

Ag-Tech

Food Processing

Logistics & Distribution

The Greater Yuma Arizona region is made up of four states and two countries, serving a population of over 1.5 million people.

Greater Yuma by the Numbers

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Branding the Greater Yuma Region

As economic developers, we understand the importance of a strong, unified brand to showcase the region’s strengths not only to visitors but also to site selectors, businesses, and talent looking to relocate or expand. The Greater Yuma Economic Development Corporation...

Aerospace & Defense: Propelling Innovation and Economic Growth

Arizona's A&D Industry Continues to Thrive Arizona's aerospace and defense industries are fueled by both private sector innovation and strong partnerships with government and military installations. As a state with a rich history in aviation, defense technology,...

Future48 Workforce Accelerator Breaks Ground

Accelerator Breaks Ground in Greater Yuma Region, Strengthening Advanced Manufacturing and High-Tech Workforce Development. Designed to directly address the talent needs of high-wage, high-growth sectors, including advanced manufacturing, aerospace & defense,...

What Industry Leaders Are Saying

Jon Jessen

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Yuma has been a good place to live and a good place to work for about 45 years now. We found it to be a pretty fertile soil for business to grow in. The business has grown and my family has grown and it has been a good launching pad for both.

Jon Jessen

Chairman Gowan Company

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