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October 28, 2026
MSA ANNEX
TUCSON, AZRooted in Local
Connect. Grow. Thrive.
Local Connections Lead to
Big Possibilities
Rooted in Local brings together business support organizations, resources and the local business community to help Tucson businesses start, grow and thrive.
❋ DISCOVER resources and programs❋ CONNECT with organizations and fellow business owners❋ GROW your business with local supportThank you to our sponsors
Title Sponsor
Rooted in Flavor Sponsor
Community Sponsor
Supporting Sponsor
Vendor Directory
CAPITAL & LENDING
BUSINESS SUPPORT SERVICES
EDUCATION & WORKFORCE
MARKETING & TECHNOLOGY
Other:
EVENT SCHEDULEVisit the participating organizations in each category and collect a sticker in your Local Connection Passport!
Arrive & Meet
Explore & Connect
5:00 p.m.
Check in, grab your Local Connection Passport, and explore the business resource showcase! Meet local organizations offering support in capital and lending, business services, education and workforce, marketing and technology, legal and regulatory services, and more. Enjoy food (sweet and savory snacks provided by Dirty Tamarindo and Rys Snacks!), drinks, music, and our photo booth while making new connections.
Doors Open & Networking
5:45 p.m.
Hear from Local First Arizona as we kick off the evening, followed by remarks from our Title Sponsor, Pima County Economic Development Department, and recognition of our producing partners and event sponsors
Welcome & Opening Remarks
6:05 p.m.
Continue exploring business resources, connecting with fellow entrepreneurs, and discovering opportunities to help your business grow. Don't forget to collect stickers for your Local Connection Passport!
Networking & Resource Showcase
7:45 p.m.
Join us for a brief thank-you to our attendees, partners, sponsors, and participating organizations.
Closing Remarks
7:00 p.m.
Take advantage of the opportunity to visit participating organizations, make new connections, and complete your Local Connection Passport to redeem your completion gift while supplies last.
8:00 p.m.
Thank you for being a part of Rooted in Local!
Event Concludes
Local Connection Passport
DON’T FORGET
❋ Collect all 6 stickers in your Local Connection Passport❋ Bring your completed passport to the O'Reilly Chevrolet table to receive a special thank you gift. (While supplies last)❋ Take photos & tag us! Use #LocalFirstAZ #RootedInLocalIn Partnership With
