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This month marks the one-year anniversary of Brooke Swonger Aesthetics, and as I reflect on the past 12 months, I’m filled with gratitude. What started as a dream to create a personalized, safe, and welcoming environment for aesthetic treatments has truly come to life, and I am honored to be part of the local business…

Partnering for a Resilient, Thriving Northwest Corridor At Tucson Water, we know that strong regional partnerships are key to a thriving future. As our communities grow, we’re proud to work alongside our northwest Tucson regional partners like the Town of Marana to support shared goals that promote economic opportunity, water security, and quality of life.…

Pathway Academy High School is an innovative, student-centered institution slated to open in 2027. Founded by visionary leader and CEO Clauzairion Harris, the school is built on the belief that education should inspire purpose, creativity, and long-term success in an ever-evolving world. With a bold mission to redefine traditional education models, Mr. Harris brings years…

As summer gives way to fall, the University of Arizona is buzzing with energy. We are excited to welcome new and returning Wildcats to campus who bring the spirit, drive, and curiosity that define our community. This year also brings a sharpened focus on our strategic imperatives. As Arizona’s flagship land-grant university, we take seriously…

BarDown Fitness and Nutrition began as a small protein shake shop in Sheboygan, Wisconsin. In the early days, we sold another company’s products, but after a year, we knew we wanted better cleaner, filler-free supplements made in the U.S.A. With help from a team that included a medical doctor, a certified nutritionist, a personal trainer,…

We know Marana businesses count on reliable energy, and that’s why we work year-round to prepare for summer’s higher energy use and strengthen our equipment to withstand fierce monsoon storms. We’re proud of our 99.9 percent service reliability. Our goal is to have fewer outages – and to get you back in service faster when…

MARANA, Ariz. – The Marana Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, is proud to announce the 33 distinguished business and community leaders selected to participate in Impact Marana Class 3. This diverse cohort reflects the breadth of our community, representing small businesses, major industries, local government, and key community organizations. “Congratulations to the 33 exceptional…

Both proud University of Arizona Alumni’s, we knew after graduation we wanted to start a small business that combined our passions for healthy treats and building strong community connections. In Spring 2023, we launched our mobile frozen yogurt truck, and the journey has been incredible and meaningful. Meeting so many supportive individuals and families through…

Becoming a member of the Marana Chamber of Commerce has been one of the most impactful decisions I’ve made both professionally and personally. In May 2025, I had the honor of completing Impact Marana Class 2, a leadership development program that left a lasting mark on my life. I was humbled to receive a Congressional…

Finalists for the 2025 Readers Choice Awards Marana Chamber Members are listed below. We did our best, if we missed you please email info@maranachamber.com. Voting is open for the 2025 Reader’s Choice Awards and it’s super easy to support the Marana Chamber of Commerce and our amazing members! Some votes are as simple as sending…