Small Business Strategy & Development Committee Welcomes Alan Beveridge

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Join us for our Small Business Strategy & Development Committee as we welcome Alan Beveridge with Mesa Community College. Alan will be presenting on community resources, the value of partnerships and collaboration in the community, and location considerations for placement of a business.

About Alan Beveridge, Director of Entrepreneurial Studies at Mesa Community College

Alan Beveridge is a full-time faculty member and Director of Entrepreneurial Studies at Mesa Community College within the Maricopa County Community College District. With a strong background in economic development and education, he has taught business, management, marketing, entrepreneurship, and project management for over eight years at Maricopa, as well as entrepreneurship and venture finance at Grand Canyon University. Previously, he served as Business Development Manager for the Neighborhood Economic Development Corp. and Director of Strategic Legacies in Chandler, AZ. An MCC alumnus, Alan holds a public administration degree from Northern Arizona University and a master’s in real estate development from Arizona State University. He is currently a doctoral candidate at Grand Canyon University, focusing on organizational leadership and development, with a dissertation on philanthropy and economic development, expecting completion in Fall 2025. Passionate about community impact, he builds public-private and philanthropic partnerships to support entrepreneurship and sustainable business growth. Certified as a CEcD and EDP by the International Economic Development Council, Alan is active in groups like the Arizona Association of Economic Developers, Green Building Educational Council, and Urban Land Institute.

Community Resources (Digital and Physical)

Unlock the Power of Mesa’s Community Resources! From digital tools like the Mesa Business Builder’s cutting-edge AR/VR studios and podcast facilities to physical hubs like the Mesa Chamber’s networking events and the East Valley Entrepreneurial Center, Mesa offers a wealth of resources to fuel your business growth. 

The Value of Partnerships and Collaboration in the Community

In Mesa, Collaboration is the Key to Success! Partnerships amplify your impact—think Mesa Chamber’s ‘Swim With the Sharks’ pitch event with Mesa Community College, or the City’s workforce forums with SRP and Google Fiber. By joining forces with local businesses, educational institutions, and civic leaders, you gain access to shared expertise, new markets, and innovative ideas. 

Location Considerations for Placement of a Business

Find Your Perfect Spot in Mesa! Choosing the right location is a game-changer—consider Mesa’s booming areas like Downtown’s revitalization zone, the industrial hubs of Gateway Grand and Eastmark Center, or the retail promise of Cannon Beach surf park. With low property taxes and a pro-business climate, Mesa’s 138 square miles offer strategic options for every venture. 

About the Small Business Strategy & Development Committee

This Committee brings businesses together to understand market trends and challenges, enhancing customer relationships, and giving them an environment to share, learn, and otherwise grow Mesa’s business footprint. With appearances made by subject matter experts, our local community members can gather relevant information and pressing matters within the community to help small businesses thrive.

Contact Trish Heiden at theiden@mesachamber.org for the Zoom Link.