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2025 Readers Choice Awards!
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…
Read MoreSteve & Abi Copp, Owner Dove Mountain Epoxy Floors
As the proud owners of Dove Mountain Epoxy Floors, We are honored to serve the greater Marana community-not just as a local business, but as a neighbor deeply committed to quality, service, and giving back. Our company specializes in polyaspartic concrete coatings, offering long-lasting, high-performance flooring solutions for garages, patios, and commercial spaces throughout Southern…
Read MoreKrystal Smith, Owner K-in Grace Photography
When I first picked up my camera, I had no idea that a simple passion would lead me to where I am today. Over the past 5 years as a professional photographer, I’ve been blessed to learn from some incredible mentors and shadow some of the best in the industry, continuously refining my craft. Every…
Read MoreDavid Scott, President/CEO, Author, Business Coach
Empowering Entrepreneurs to Break Free from the Grind By David Scott, Author & Business Coach As a proud member of the Marana Chamber of Commerce and a passionate advocate for small business owners, I’ve made it my mission to help entrepreneurs stop working in their business and start working on it. Through my journey as…
Read MoreEric Hawkins (IM Class 1), Chief Operating Officer, Trico Electric Cooperative
I am proud to be a graduate of the first class of Impact Marana. The program opened my eyes to the innovative companies that serve Marana. Even more important, I got the chance to meet many of the talented, dedicated, and expert people who work in Marana. Impact Marana helped me grow as a leader,…
Read MoreVanessa Martinez (IM Class 1), Regional Pursuits Manager, Psomas
Incredible things are happening in the Town of Marana, and learning about them has got to be something you experience in person and hear firsthand. I was very fortunate to be a part of the inaugural Impact Marana Class and cannot say enough about its positive impact. Being a Marana resident, raising my family in…
Read MoreDan Streeter, Ed.D. (IM Class 1)Superintendent, Marana Unified School District
The Impact Marana program was an incredibly rewarding experience, providing unique insights into what makes our community so vibrant. As a member of the inaugural class, my experience proved to be transformative, offering a unique perspective on the intricate workings and vibrant spirit of our community. It’s an investment in understanding and connection that I…
Read MoreJessica Rutkowski, Sales Manager at Contact One Call Center
Never Miss a Call, Never Miss a Chance to Grow I help businesses stay focused, grow faster, and never miss a call. Every missed call is a missed opportunity, and I’m here to ensure you never miss either. At Contact One, we’ve built a modern answering service. Whether you need the friendly voice of a…
Read MoreJulia Leon, Communications Specialist – Bayer U.S. – Crop Science Technology – Global Breeding
Growing the future from Marana “Are you located in that huge, white building in Marana?” “Bayer? Like the Aspirin?” These lines have served as great conversation starters with our community. The simple answer is yes. However, when elaborating, we say this “huge, white building” is home to Bayer’s global mission – “Health for All, Hunger for…
Read MoreKevin Mullis, Owner Mullis Senior Placement
Mullis Senior Placement loves to help seniors with the overwhelming job of finding a senior living option that fits them best. Consider these scenarios: Diane and Jacqueline are both 70-year old widows who each live alone in their home in Continental Ranch. Both are finding that maintaining their homes is becoming burdensome and neither sees…
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