LEGISLATIVE IMPACT – The Arizona Association for Economic Development recently presented its 2016 Legislative Session Champions Awards, recognizing legislators for their efforts in sponsoring legislation aimed to benefit economic development efforts throughout Arizona.  Pictured are: (l-r) AAED’s president, Jennifer Graves, CEcD, economic development manager, Gilbert, Ariz., Rep. Brenda Barton (R- Payson), Rep. Don Shooter (R – Yuma), Sen. Gail Griffin (R – Hereford), Sen. Bob Worsley (R – Mesa) and Joyce Grossman, AAED’s executive director. 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, call AAED at (602) 240-AAED (2233), or visit www.aaed.com.