activities · 19
what they do
direct service · 9
- Administering Loan Programs Microfinance and Business Training for EntrepreneursAdministers loan programs, including a Revolving Loan Fund Program, by reviewing applications and expanding access to capital through grants and USDA loans. Since 2012, over $1.5 million has been lent to 23 Verde Valley businesses, creating or retaining 83 jobs.
- Administering Revolving Loan Fund Program Microfinance and Business Training for EntrepreneursAdministers a Revolving Loan Fund Program, providing over $1.5 million in small business loans to 23 Verde Valley businesses since 2012, which has created or retained 83 jobs.
- Brand Development and Communications Community Communication Platform ManagementOversees brand development and communications through the management of the organization's website, social media, and e-letters.
- Economic Opportunity Identification Regional Economic Strategy DevelopmentIdentifies sustainable economic opportunities to support the diversification of the regional economy.
- Economic Opportunity Identification Regional Economic Strategy DevelopmentIdentifies sustainable economic opportunities to support diversification of the regional economy.
- Regional Event Organization Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes and implements regional live and online events that provide education and generate financial support for the organization.
- Regional Events Organization Charity Sports & Recreation TournamentsOrganizes and implements regional live and online events that provide education and generate financial support for VVREO.
- Strategic Plan Development and Implementation Strategic Planning & ImplementationLeads updates to the strategic plan and oversees implementation through the development and monitoring of key performance indicators.
- Strategic Planning and Implementation Strategic Planning & ImplementationLeads updates to the strategic plan and oversees implementation through the development and monitoring of key performance indicators.
advocacy · 4
- Advocacy for Transportation Funding Ballot Initiative Advocacy for Transportation FundingParticipated in efforts that secured ADOT funding for the SR 260 expansion.
- Housing Development Advocacy Advocacy for Housing Access & EquityAdvocates for diverse housing development and monitors housing projects using YIMBY and placemaking strategies.
- Regional Infrastructure Monitoring and Coordination Regional Infrastructure Planning and EngagementMonitors regional infrastructure initiatives, including broadband, water, transportation, and energy, and coordinates with stakeholders in Yavapai and Coconino Counties.
- Transportation Funding Advocacy Ballot Initiative Advocacy for Transportation FundingParticipated in efforts that secured ADOT funding for the SR 260 expansion.
research · 1
- Regional Data Platform Development Regional Economic Strategy DevelopmentDevelops a regional data platform to support decision-making by collaborating with data providers, conducting surveys, and identifying economic metrics.
capacity building · 5
- Educational Program Improvement School-Based Educational ProgramsIdentifies relevant education programs in local schools and colleges and works to improve educational effectiveness for residents and organizations.
- Fiscal Agency and Strategic Support for Consortia Local Food System DevelopmentServed as fiscal agent and provided strategic support for the founding of the Verde Valley Wine Consortium and the Verde Valley Agriculture Coalition.
- Fiscal Agency and Strategic Support for Regional Coalitions Local Food System DevelopmentServes as fiscal agent and provides strategic support for the founding of organizations such as the Verde Valley Wine Consortium and the Verde Valley Agriculture Coalition.
- Organizational Governance and Sustainability Management Board-Led Organizational GovernanceManages organizational governance and long-term sustainability by growing resources, seeking members and partners, and monitoring bylaws and policies.
- Support for Regional Consortia Local Food System DevelopmentServes as a fiscal agent and provides strategic support for the founding of the Verde Valley Wine Consortium and the Verde Valley Agriculture Coalition.
strategies · 20
how they think
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- Business Attraction and Retention through Economic Development business_attraction_and_retentionThe organization attracts and retains businesses by compiling economic data and resources, and by assisting businesses interested in locating or expanding operations within the Verde Valley.
- Business attraction and retention with tailored support business_attraction_and_retentionAttracts and retains businesses by compiling economic data and resources, and directly assisting with location and expansion efforts in the Verde Valley.
- Business attraction and retention with tailored support business_attraction_and_retentionAttracts and retains businesses in the Verde Valley by compiling economic data and resources, and directly assisting with location or expansion efforts, including access to financing and technical support.
- Data-Driven Regional Decision Making data_driven_decision_makingThe organization promotes informed regional decision-making by collaborating with data providers and developing shared metrics.
- Data-driven regional decision-making data_driven_decision_makingAdvances regional economic decisions through collaboration with data providers and the development of shared metrics to align stakeholders and measure progress.
- Data-driven regional decision-making data_driven_decision_makingAdvances regional economic planning by collaborating with data providers and developing shared metrics to inform policy and investment decisions.
- Economic Diversification for Long-Term Sustainability economic_diversificationThe organization focuses on economic diversification as a core strategy to achieve long-term regional sustainability.
- Economic diversification for regional sustainability economic_diversificationPursues economic diversification as a core strategy to reduce regional vulnerability and ensure long-term economic resilience and sustainability.
- Economic diversification for regional sustainability economic_diversificationPursues economic diversification as a core strategy to reduce regional vulnerability and build long-term economic resilience in the Verde Valley.
- Gap Financing and Technical Assistance for Small Businesses gap_financing_and_technical_assistanceThe organization supports the long-term success of small businesses by providing loans as a financial resource when traditional options are unavailable (gap financing), and by investing in business education and technical assistance.
- Gap financing and technical assistance for small businesses gap financing, technical assistanceIncreases small business success by providing gap financing through loans when traditional options are unavailable, combined with technical assistance and business education.
- Infrastructure Development for Regional Connectivity infrastructure_developmentThe organization supports efforts to provide essential infrastructure, such as high-speed internet access, throughout the Verde Valley to enhance regional connectivity and development.
- Regional Collaboration for Economic Vitality regional_collaborationThe organization strengthens individual communities and improves economic vitality and prosperity across the Verde Valley region by fostering collaboration among private businesses and economic development professionals, and by sharing resources.
- Regional collaboration and shared infrastructure regional collaborationStrengthens economic vitality across the Verde Valley by fostering collaboration among communities and stakeholders, sharing resources, and investing in regional infrastructure such as high-speed internet.
- Regional collaboration to strengthen local communities regional collaborationBuilds regional economic vitality by operating as a collaborative network of private businesses and economic development professionals who share resources and strategies.
- Strategic Regional Economic Planning strategic_economic_planningThe organization provides direction for strategic regional economic planning to foster thriving communities and residents.
- Strategic economic planning and technical investment strategic economic planningGuides long-term regional prosperity through strategic economic planning and by investing in the technical capacity and education of local businesses to ensure sustainable success.
- Strategic regional economic planning and infrastructure development strategic economic planning, infrastructure developmentGuides long-term regional prosperity through strategic economic planning and targeted infrastructure development, including expanding high-speed internet access.
- YIMBY and Placemaking for Inclusive Housing yimby_and_placemakingThe organization promotes inclusive housing development by utilizing YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard) and placemaking strategies.
- YIMBY and placemaking for inclusive housing yimby_and_placemakingUses YIMBY (Yes In My Backyard) advocacy and placemaking strategies to encourage community-supported, inclusive housing development that enhances local character and affordability.
named programs · 2
what they call their work
Business Resource & Innovation Center (BRIC)
Provides business support services and event space in the Verde Valley, listed as a key location for economic development activities
Small Business Loan Program
Revolving loan program offering $25,000 to $125,000 in financing to small businesses in the Verde Valley for startup, expansion, acquisition, or relocation; requires collaboration with Yavapai College SBDC
relationships · 45
who they work with
- ADOT Government — Secured funding from ADOT for the SR 260 expansion.
- APS Partner — Collaborates with VVREO on data collection and regional economic analysis.
- Amara Resort & Spa Partner — Listed as a potential event location
- Arizona Commerce Authority Partner — Listed as a potential event organizer
- Arizona Public Service (APS) Partner — Cameron Robb, Senior Economic Development Consultant at APS, serves as VVREO's Secretary and Board Chair.
- Arizona State University Partner — David Key strengthened the relationship between the small business community and public institutions such as Arizona State University.
- BRIC Business Resource & Innovation Center Partner — Listed as a potential event location
- CDFA Partner — Listed as a potential event organizer
- Camp Verde Community Library Partner — Listed as a potential event location
- City of Cottonwood Partner — Michelle Kostecki, Economic Development & Tourism Manager for the City of Cottonwood, serves on VVREO's board.
- City of Sedona Partner — Andrew Grossmann, Tourism Manager for the City of Sedona, serves on VVREO's board.
- City of Tempe Partner — David Key strengthened the relationship between the small business community and public institutions such as the City of Tempe.
- Cottonwood Rec Center - Cottonwood Room Partner — Listed as a potential event location
- Cottonwood Recreation Center Partner — Listed as a potential event location
- Economic Collaborative of Northern Arizona Network — Linked as a regional economic development entity in Arizona
- Facebook Partner — Uses Facebook as a platform to engage with the public and share information.
- Greater Prescott Regional Economic Partnership Network — Linked as a regional economic development entity in Arizona
- Greater Sedona Chamber of Commerce Partner — David Key, President & CEO of the Greater Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau, serves on VVREO's board.
- Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce Partner — Christian Oliva Del Rio, President/CEO of the Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce, serves on VVREO's board.
- Greater Verde Valley Chamber of Commerce Partner — Listed as a potential event location and organizer
- Green Living Magazine Partner — Listed as a potential event organizer
- Local First Partner — Cooperates with them when providing services.
- NACOG Partner — Cooperates with them when providing services.
- NAU Partner — Cooperates with them when providing services.
- REDC Sedona XYZ Partner — Listed as a potential event organizer
- SBDC Partner — Collaborated to provide business support to small businesses.
- SCORE Partner — Cooperates with them when providing services.
- Salt River Project Partner — Carter Benton, a Water Programs Analyst for Salt River Project, joined VVREO's Board in 2024.
- Sedona Performing Arts Center Partner — Listed as a potential event location
- Selna Realty Partner — Ray Selna, owner of Selna Realty, is a founding member of VVREO and has served in several roles.
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