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Laura Shaw, Sr. Vice President, Marketing & Communications
(520) 243-1940 office, (520) 609-5972 cell or laura.shaw@treoaz.org

Joe Snell Named Co-Chair of the Economic Development Committee of the Arizona-Mexico Commission

Tucson, AZ (February 1, 2011) – Joe Snell, President & CEO of Tucson Regional Economic Opportunities, Inc. (TREO) has been named Co-Chair of the Economic Development Committee of the Arizona-Mexico Commission.

In his new role, Snell will define an aggressive, feasible, action-oriented economic development agenda for the Arizona-Mexico Commission that will complement the state’s economic development strategy. The committee’s work advances the region’s competitiveness through the creation of high-quality jobs, stable growth and sustainable economic development through trade corridor development, technological development and innovation in the region, with an emphasis on making communities on both sides of the border more secure and prosperous. Snell will co-chair the committee with Don Cardon, President & CEO of the newly-established Arizona Commerce Authority.

Economic opportunities and job creation in the region are priorities that both Governor Brewer and Governor Padres have in common, and which will be on the forefront of the vision for the two states’ agenda going forward. The Commission’s mission is to improve the quality of life for the residents of Arizona by promoting a strong cooperative relationship with Mexico and Latin America through advocacy, trade, networking and information.

“It is with great pleasure that we welcome Joe to the Arizona-Mexico Commission. I am confident that his involvement with this dynamic group of people will greatly aid in the advancement of Arizona-Mexico relations and greatly enhance our economic agenda for this competitive region,” said Margie A. Emmermann, Policy Advisor for Mexico and Latin America and Executive Director, Arizona-Mexico Commission.

About TREO (Tucson Regional Economic Opportunities, Inc.)

TREO offers an integrated approach of programs and services to support the creation of high wage jobs through the attraction of new primary companies and the expansion of existing primary companies. Since 2005, TREO has facilitated the relocation and/or expansion of nearly 40 companies in the Tucson region, representing over 10,550 jobs and a $2 billion in economic impact. For more information, visit www.treoaz.org.