Sandra Watson: Invest Southwest Board Of Directors

Meet Sandra Watson! 😀 With over 30 years of experience, Sandra is an economic development leader serving as the President & CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority. In this role, she works collaboratively with businesses, academia, and government to enhance Arizona’s economy. Through her leadership, the ACA has successfully landed 1,291 companies that have contributed to the creation of more than 291,000 jobs and attracted over $166 billion in investments in new capital in the state! 

Venture Madness is proud to partner with the Arizona Commerce Authority for our annual conference, and we’re incredibly grateful to have Sandra as a member of our board. In addition to her professional responsibilities, Sandra is actively involved in various boards, including the U.S. Investment Advisory Council, serves on Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs’ leadership team as her Senior Economic Policy Advisor, and Make-A-Wish Arizona Foundation, showcasing her commitment to community and economic growth.