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Krystal 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…

David 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…

Eric 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…

Vanessa 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…

Dan 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…

Jessica 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…

Julia 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,…

Kevin 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…

Aleina Bishop, Owner Tucson Balloon Lady & Sign Gypsies Northern Tucson At Tucson Balloon Lady and Sign Gypsies of Northern Tucson, we believe the best celebrations are the ones that leave a lasting impression. Whether it’s a major milestone or a meaningful occasion, our goal is simple: help our clients turn moments into unforgettable memories.…

Aldo Boccaccio, Owner Al Gusto Coffee Company In today’s fast-paced world, it’s easy to get caught up in trends, technology, and trying to stand out on social media; but at the core of every successful business is something timeless: great customer service.   So what is customer service? I say it is the center of…