Date/Time
3/27/2026
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM MST
1:00 PM - 3:30 PM MST
Event Registration
Event Type(s)
GBMA Events
Civic Events
Civic Events
Event Description
Building Business Through Advocacy and Insight - In Partnership with Presenting Sponsor SRP and Platinum Sponsor Invenergy
Local business doesn’t operate in a vacuum — it’s shaped by the policies, regulations, and decisions made at every level of government. Join us for the first event in the 2026 GMBA Economic Forum Series, where business leaders, elected officials, and policy experts come together to discuss the legislative landscape shaping Western Pinal County and the State of Arizona.
This forum will offer valuable perspective on how current and upcoming legislation affects local businesses, housing, workforce growth, and regional development. Participants will share insights on collaboration between city, county, and state leadership to strengthen economic vitality and ensure that the voice of local business is heard.
Confirmed Participants Include:
State Representative Chris Lopez
Pinal County Supervisor Rich Vitiello
Maricopa Mayor Nancy Smith
Whether you’re a business owner, community advocate, or policy professional, this event offers direct access to the people shaping Arizona’s future. Gain the clarity and connections you need to stay informed, stay engaged, and stay ahead.
Key Takeaways:
Seating is limited and registration is required to secure your seat.
Agenda:
11:45 Speakers and Sponsors luncheon
1:15 Opening Statements
1:30 Forum begins
3:15 Close
Local business doesn’t operate in a vacuum — it’s shaped by the policies, regulations, and decisions made at every level of government. Join us for the first event in the 2026 GMBA Economic Forum Series, where business leaders, elected officials, and policy experts come together to discuss the legislative landscape shaping Western Pinal County and the State of Arizona.
This forum will offer valuable perspective on how current and upcoming legislation affects local businesses, housing, workforce growth, and regional development. Participants will share insights on collaboration between city, county, and state leadership to strengthen economic vitality and ensure that the voice of local business is heard.
Confirmed Participants Include:
State Representative Chris Lopez
Pinal County Supervisor Rich Vitiello
Maricopa Mayor Nancy Smith
Whether you’re a business owner, community advocate, or policy professional, this event offers direct access to the people shaping Arizona’s future. Gain the clarity and connections you need to stay informed, stay engaged, and stay ahead.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand how state and local legislation impacts small business and regional development
- Hear updates directly from policymakers and their representatives
- Learn how to engage with elected officials on issues that matter to your industry
- Network with civic, business, and community leaders driving economic progress
- Presented by the Greater Maricopa Business Alliance Government Affairs Committee
- Building Business. Building Impact. Building Communities.
Seating is limited and registration is required to secure your seat.
Agenda:
11:45 Speakers and Sponsors luncheon
1:15 Opening Statements
1:30 Forum begins
3:15 Close
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Location
Setting: In-Person
Maricopa Library and Cultural Center Redwood Room
18160 N Maya Angelou Dr
Maricopa, AZ 85138
UNITED STATES
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Maricopa Library and Cultural Center Redwood Room
18160 N Maya Angelou Dr
Maricopa, AZ 85138
UNITED STATES
Click here for Google Maps
Contact Person
Greater Maricopa Business Alliance, Chamber of Commerce
(phone: 520-705-2532)
(phone: 520-705-2532)
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