Tech Parks Arizona's Carol Stewart Shepherds Rapid Growth and Recruits Innovative Businesses Amid Pandemic

Profile magazine recently spotlighted Carol Stewart and how she sets the foundation for innovation in their new issue themed around disruptors. The article highlights how managing a technology park demands a certain type of individual who is comfortable dealing with the unknown. This expertise can not be achieved through formal training and Stewart, a widely recognized leader in the technology park world, has sought to find creative solutions daily in her line of work. The COVID-19 pandemic presented the Tech Parks Arizona executive with an unprecedented situation and the need to adapt quickly. Stewart jumped into action to ensure the foundation for innovation was not disrupted. Through her leadership, a strategy was developed and the organization pivoted at a rapid pace. This responsive action has helped Tech Parks Arizona to stay on track with expansion development activities and increase business development support for the 60 companies that call the park home, including nearly three dozen early-stage businesses housed at our incubator, the University of Arizona Center for Innovation.

UArizona Climbs Up the World's List of Top Ranked Colleges

The University of Arizona made a significant jump in rankings in the 2021 U.S. News & World Report's Best Colleges list. UArizona is ranked No. 97 overall – up 20 spots from last year's ranking – and No. 40 among public universities. It is the university's first appearance in the top 100 since 2009 and its overall score of 61 marks an all-time high for UArizona in these rankings.

UA Incubator Attracts Well-Funded Biotech Startup Nanomoneo and App Developer Techletics

Two new startups have joined the University of Arizona Center for Innovation’s incubation program at the UA Tech Park on South Rita Road. The startups include Techletics, a startup developing a mobile health app that helps people improve their posture, and also Nanomoneo, a biotech instrument startup backed by a Nevada venture-capital firm. In Nanomoneo’s multi-state search for a launch site, Tucson was selected for UACI’s offerings, which include ample and flexible wet and dry lab space and the ability to contract with the UA for the use of high-end research equipment.

Carol Stewart Named One of the Most Influential Women in Arizona

Congratulations to Carol Stewart, associate vice president at Tech Parks Arizona, for being named one of AZ Business Magazine's Most Influential Women in Arizona Business for 2020. "I have been embraced by this community with open arms and feel quite humbled that my contributions over the past 18 months are being celebrated in this capacity," said Stewart, who joined the University of Arizona in late 2018. "I am passionate about business and working collaboratively to support the success of business, from innovative startups to tech giants."  

UACI Sponsored Launch Fueled by BIOSA

We are pleased to announce the UACI Sponsored Launch Fueled by BIOSA competition. One bioscience technology company will receive a sponsored year admission into the UACI incubation program through the generous sponsorship of BIOSA, the Bioindustry Organization of Southern Arizona. Included with entrance into the program, the startup will also be awarded a cash prize of $5,000. Applications are open from September 17 - October 14. Don't delay, apply today! 

Tenant Spotlight: Darling Geomatics

Tech Parks Arizona tenant Darling Geomatics offers clients the most accurate digital data to use with their projects during all phases of construction. Darling Geomatics does this by providing integrated 3D laser scanning, land surveying and 3D modeling services as well as environmental consulting. They offer clients precise measurements and as-built models of virtually anything.

Tech Parks Arizona - A Technology Playground

Tech Parks Arizona allows global companies, the innovation coming out of the University, and startups to collide. This purpose-built space is the perfect environment where researchers and students can work collaboratively with businesses. Learn more about the benefits that businesses receive when uniting with the University of Arizona through technology playgrounds like Tech Parks Arizona.

People of the Park: Jessa Turner

Tech Parks Arizona is proud of our Director of Communications, Jessa Turner, for being appointed to the Greater Tucson Leadership (GTL) Board of Directors. Turner is part of the new board slate bringing fresh ideas to help GTL keep growing and creating a bigger impact. Turner is a graduate of GTL's best class ever in 2013.  

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