Southern Arizona Education Leaders to Discuss “Job Wars Ahead” At Arizona Association for Economic Development’s May Luncheon

The Arizona Association for Economic Development (AAED) will host its Southern Arizona luncheon, “Job Wars Ahead,” on Wednesday, May 20 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. at the Arizona Inn, located at 2200 E. Elm St., in Tucson.

Patrick Nelson, superintendent of the Amphitheater Unified School District, will address the importance of STEM programming in early childhood education and how that translates to a trainable workforce for economic development.  Lee Lambert, chancellor and CEO of Pima Community College, will discuss the important role PCC plays in the alignment of STEM and continuing education.

The cost of the luncheon is $40 for AAED members and guests and $50 for non-members and $55 for late registrants. To register, visit http://www.aaed.com/events.

The registration deadline is Thursday, Mary 14.  Vegetarian meals must be requested in advance.  For more information, call AAED at (602) 240-AAED (2233), or visit www.aaed.com.

AAED, founded in 1974, has a mission to serve as Arizona’s unified voice advocating for responsible economic development through an effective program of professional education, public policy, and collaboration.

For more information on AAED, visit www.aaed.com or call (602) 240-2233.