TENWEST Impact Festival returned in 2022 with a perfect mix of conference and party. The five day festival aimed to help the curious and impassioned solve the economic, social and climate issues facing their communities. TENWEST attracted hundreds of conference attendees who attended creative workshops and thousands of festival goers to the newly added street fair component of the festival.

Superar adversidades y situaciones difíciles, es una de las características que distinguen a Lilia Martínez, dueña de Las Islitas de San Blas, un restaurante mexicano que ofrece principalmente mariscos estilo Nayarit ubicado en la ciudad de Phoenix, Arizona.

Lilia Martínez es originaria de Querétaro, México, llegó a los estados unidos en 1989 específicamente a California llena de sueños e ilusiones por vivir una mejor vida donde se casó y tuvo una hija, durante su matrimonio pasó por violencia doméstica que la obligaron a huir a un refugio. Una época muy triste y sombría, pero que no la derrotaron porque tenía muy en claro que su hija merecía un mejor futuro y buscaría la forma de poder dárselo.

The only nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in the United States, America Recycles Day, held on and around November 15, educates and encourages individuals on:

We are excited to announce Drink Me Tea Room, No Harm No Cow, Downtown Tempe Authority, and Sole Sports Running Zone as the latest businesses to become certified. Read on to learn about who they are and how supporting these businesses supports a vibrant and sustainable economy in Arizona

Nestled on the border of Tempe and Phoenix, The Vibe Spot is a brand-new glam-style event space for meetings, events, and special occasions. Vibe Spot opened in October and already has folks talking. Located at 7430 S. 48th St., Suite 108, Phoenix, AZ 85042, it's the perfect venue for meetings and intimate social gatherings like birthdays, showers, graduations, holiday parties, team events and more!

Local First We Rise Alum, Tiesha Harrison, will collaborate with the McCain Institute and the City of Phoenix to raise awareness about domestic violence and teen online safety through art.

Local First’s We Rise graduate and owner of Deafinitely Communicating, Germaine Graham, carried out the Instagram series called ABC's of Deaf Education, sharing information about the culture, lived experiences, accomplishments, rights, joys, challenges, and day-to-day life of Deaf and Hard of Hearing people of all ages.

Tickets go on sale to the general public tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 5, for Local First Arizona’s 14th annual Devour Culinary Classic at the beautiful Desert Botanical Garden, the most anticipated culinary event of the region.

Fabiola Ordoñez es originaria de Culiacán, Sinaloa, México, casada, madre de 3 hijos, empresaria y sobre todo muy orgullosa de pertenecer a la comunidad hispana y poder apoyarla a través de sus conocimientos y experiencia en el ramo de los documentos legales y empresariales en Arizona.

Graduada de la Universidad Grand Canyon con Diploma en Estudios Legales y graduada de la 18ª Generación del Acelerador de Negocios de Fuerza Local, es la fundadora de One Nation Tax and Documents Services, LLC y Exclusive Wireless, LLC.

When the Sunshine Mile Merchant Association needed support to bring a big idea to life, they turned to Local First Arizona's Economic Recovery Center (AZERC). This partnership helped Sunshine Mile win a competitive grant from the Arizona Commission of the Arts for use in the community to improve foot traffic, reactivate community involvement, and drive tourism.

Recent reports show that two-thirds of travelers want to support their destination’s recovery and see their money go back into the local communities they visit. Local First Arizona (LFA) and Visit Tucson are making it easier than ever before.

We plan to celebrate the upcoming Fall Fest this November 5th by upping our sustainability game. With our love for our home state comes the responsibility to ensure it is protected for generations to come. Find out how you can help us put environmental sustainability at the forefront for this event!

Danayzet Fauré es orgullosamente originaria de Venezuela, mamá soltera, especialista en telecomunicaciones y derecho espacial y entre muchas otras facetas que la distinguen, pero sobre todo es una amante de los perros y defensora de sus derechos. Emigró a los Estados Unidos hace 3 años sola con su hijo de 6 años y el regresar a su país ya no era una opción, esta fue una de las razones que la llevaron a convertirse en empresaria local de Arizona con Dana Grooming LLC.

Literacy Connects has served the Tucson community for 11 years, providing a place where anyone can learn, create, and access opportunities. As part of their vision, they emphasize the value of transformational learning and collaborative relationships and understand the interconnectedness of community and environmental wellbeing, as evidenced by their recent hosting of two Tucson Climate Action & Adaptation Plan Community Dialogues in partnership with Living Streets Alliance, the City of Tucson, and Local First Arizona. Read on to learn more about how these collaborative, nuanced conversations went.

In 2022, it's more important than ever to invest in local self-reliance, ensuring Arizonans thrive for years to come. The businesses who have graduated in the 9th cohort of SCALE UP are clearing the path ahead! Join us in celebrating and congratulating these businesses and their innovative sustainability projects.