Small Business Events
Numerous small business events are held by many organizations that are dedicated to supporting the Arizona small business community. Check the Arizona Service Providers Network member’s websites – Phoenix Metro Area Network, Southern Arizona Network – for a detailed, updated list of events.
Board Meeting Schedule
The Board typically meets from 10am – noon in the 19th floor conference room at 333 North Central Avenue, Phoenix, Arizona 85004.
Click here for a list of upcoming and past meetings of the ACA Board of Directors.
Upcoming Events
Jun 2013
- Jun 17, 2013 - Jun 23, 2013
Paris Air Show 2013 with the Arizona Commerce Authority
Le Bourget Exhibition CentreThe Paris Air Show (June 17-23, 2013) is the world’s largest aerospace and defense gathering. The International Paris Air Show at Le Bourget will open for its 50th edition. This event, which began more than a century ago, is the world’s oldest and largest aviation show. Since its inception, the show has been at the very heart of the development of the world aviation and space industry. Over the years, it has become one of the industry’s major networking events. It is open to both professionals and the public and generates great interest in aviation careers. In 2011 the Paris Air Show accounted for 2,113 exhibitors from 45 countries from different sectors of the industry such as aircraft construction and assembly, space, spacecraft, satellite telecommunications, aircraft engines, aerospace power plants and related equipment, airborne equipment and systems (including weapons),subcontracting (mechanical engineering and composite materials, aircraft interiors, maintenance, product support and spares, transport, armed forces and training with the attendance of 360,000 visitors that included trade, general public, official delegations and journalists.
All Levels Will Include: Feature in3 directories- Arizona, US Pavilion and Official Paris Air Show 2013 Directories; Central Reception
100% Coverage; and Access to US Pavilion Meeting Rooms and Exhibitor’s Lounge- Propulsion Systems Level- $14,500
Three (3) Exhibitor Show Passes; 4 Panel Graphic Displays on Pavilion; 4 Literature Slots (B.sxn);and 4 Display Counter Tops for literature/samples - Turbine Level-$9,500
Two (2) Exhibitor Booth Personnel Passes; 2 Panel Graphic Displays on Pavilion;2 Literature Slots (B.sxn);and 2 Display
Counter Tops for literature/samples - Avionics Level- $5,000
One (1) Exhibitor Booth Personnel Pass; 1PanelGraphic Displays on Pavilion; 1Literature Slot (8.Sxll); and 1Display Counter
Top for literature/samples
Should you have any questions, please contact
Fernando Jimenez at 602.845.1257 or Fernando@azcommerce.comThank you for your continued support of Arizona’s Aerospace and Defense Industry
- Propulsion Systems Level- $14,500
- Jun 19, 2013
Professional Development Activity Group
Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson
- Jun 19, 2013
Annual Business Awards Luncheon
DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix-Gilbert & SanTan Elegante Conference Center
- Jun 20, 2013
Veteran Resource Seminar
Arizona District Office
- Jun 22, 2013
Tuscon Urban League's 42nd Annual Gala
Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa
- Jun 28, 2013
Essential Elements of Business Planning - A Three Part Series
Communiversty @ Surprise
- Jun 28, 2013
2013 Annual Awards Luncheon
Sheraton Phoenix Downtown Hotel
Oct 2013
- Oct 2, 2013 - Oct 4, 2013
SAVE THE DATE: Arizona Governor’s Economic Development ConferenceThe Arizona Governor’s Economic Development Conference (GEDC) provides exposure to hundreds of business and economic development professionals from across Arizona (some from out of state), as well as opportunities to network with political dignitaries at the state, regional and local levels. The conference brings together economic development professionals and the entities working statewide to expand the industrial and economic base of Arizona.
- Oct 16, 2013 - Oct 17, 2013
2013 Canadian Aerospace Summit
Ottawa Convention CentreAt the 2013 Canadian Aerospace Summit, you will hear from visionaries and practitioners on the new evolution and expectations in aerospace, meet leading industry decision-makers, and gain first-hand intelligence on key business opportunities.
Nov 2013
- Nov 14, 2013
Governor's Celebration of Innovation
Phoenix Convention CenterThe Governor’s Celebration of Innovation (GCOI) is the Arizona Technology Council’s annual awards gala in partnership with the Arizona Commerce Authority that honors technology leaders and innovators from across the state. The event attracts more than 1,000 attendees each year for a night of networking, food and entertainment.
For 2013, the event will consist of a technology showcase, including a strolling dinner, awards ceremony with a theater style presentation, followed by an after party complete with specialty desserts and live music.
Nominations are Now Open…The award nomination period is open now until Friday, July 12th. For a complete list of categories or to download the nomination forms, go to aztechcouncil.org. Tickets are on sale now!


