Strategic Leadership Expansion: Tech Parks Arizona Names Chief Financial Officer

Tech Parks Arizona, a key driver of innovation and university-based economic development in Southern Arizona, is pleased to welcome Stacey Lemos as Chief Financial Officer.

Lemos brings more than 30 years of financial leadership across Southern Arizona's public sector, where she has led the development of foundational financial systems, launched finance departments, overseen audits, budgets, and complex accounting operations. With deep regional ties and extensive public finance expertise, Lemos is well positioned to support Tech Parks Arizona's continued growth and its mission to advance innovation and economic prosperity.

UIIN Conference

Tech Parks Arizona leaders Carol Stewart, VP for University of Arizona and CEO of UA Tech Parks, and Casey Carrillo, Executive Director of UACI presented as part of a panel focused on Global Partnership at the 2026 UIIN Conference in Stockholm, Sweden. The conference convened 560 university-industry engagement professionals from around the world.

STEM Summer Camps

At the UA Tech Park, STEM summer camps are buzzing as children dive into hands-on learning experiences. From fake frog dissection and Lego car engineering to coding robots and creating digital music, campers are exploring science and technology in creative ways. Alongside the fun, students take part in career brainstorming sessions that spark curiosity about new interests and future pathways into STEM.

U of A Ranks No. 1 in Space Sciences  

The future of space sciences is being built right here in Tucson. The University of Arizona now ranks No. 1 among U.S. public universities in space science and No. 20 globally among public institutions in the latest U.S. News Best Global Universities rankings. Businesses can tap into this world-class expertise through research partnerships, talent pipelines and cutting-edge innovation emerging from the university.

Darling Geomatics Featured in the News

An Arizona Daily Star article highlights Darling Geomatics, a UA Tech Park company advancing land surveying with geospatial technologies. The firm operates in an industry rooted in history but rapidly evolving through innovation. Led by CEO and President Amanda Manos, the firm uses tools such as drones, LiDAR and 3D modeling to deliver precise data that help industries ranging from mining to utilities make informed, cost-saving decisions.

Pride Month

Tech Parks Arizona was proud to collaborate with Citi to raise the Pride Flag at the UA Tech Park campus in honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month. Albert Felix, Tucson Pride Network Chair for Citi led the ceremony and captured the moment sharing, "As we raise this flag today, let it serve as both a celebration and a commitment."

Farrah Etcheverry

Survey Operations Lead, Darling Geomatics

Farrah brings a forward-thinking perspective to land surveying and geospatial projects. As a Land Surveyor-in-Training with a Bachelor of Science in Surveying and Mapping, she combines hands-on field experience with advanced technology to deliver accurate and innovative solutions. Passionate about the future of the profession, Farrah is integrating new tools and techniques that push the field forward.

Fun Fact: Farrah is a licensed commercial drone pilot!

Arizona Aerospace Summit

The Arizona Aerospace Summit, presented by the Arizona Technology Council and the University of Arizona, brings together leaders from industry, government and research to advance integrated innovation on July 15. The Summit is centered around three tracks - flightline, orbitline and frontline, to connecting various aviation, space and defense leaders together around shared priorities and is a must-attend event for anyone shaping the future of aerospace and advanced technology.

Build Your Future

Through the Building Futures Partnership, the University of Arizona, Pima Community College and industry leaders are connecting students with hands-on experiences, educational pathways and workforce opportunities. Tech Parks Arizona is proud to host Construction Career Days on October 21-22.

AURP International Conference

The Association of University Research Parks (AURP) will bring together global innovation leaders for executive-level dialogue, high-value networking and curated learning experiences September 29 - October 1. From strategic plenaries and collaborative working sessions to behind-the-scenes tours of Pegasus Park, the 2026 conference will showcase Dallas, Texas as a model for forward-looking ecosystem development.

Building 9030

Building 9030 provides 4,500 square feet of prime office space with individual offices as well as a large multiuse space. This location offers seamless access to a host of onsite amenities, including onsite cafe, Starbucks and event center. With a dedicated team to support your business' success, the park provides an ideal setting for innovation and expansion.

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