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Arizona Innovation Connection

Moving Innovation and Technology Forward

January 6, 2012 – Issue 172

The ACA has a steadfast commitment to providing start-ups and entrepreneurs with the tools needed to bring their vision to light and expand their operations. Encouraging start-ups, especially those with a focus on manufacturing, exporting and technology, will help solidify Arizona’s economic strength and ultimately ignite job creation.

Arizona’s bright minds breed incredible ideas. Through a suite of programs listed below, the ACA is helping to make those ideas realities.

Innovation Forward A cutting-edge entrepreneurial center in downtown Phoenix providing information, mentoring, and guidance to entrepreneurs.

Arizona Innovation Challenge Two rounds of $1.5 million in early-stage grant funding from technology ventures. Applications are available now and will be accepted through February 6, 2012.

Arizona Innovation Accelerator Fund $18.2 million loan participation program, accepting applications now.

Step Grant $800,000 in grants for small businesses.

AZ Fast Grant $175,000 in grants for small businesses.

Sandra Watson, Executive VP/COO

Arizona Commerce Authority