FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: July 16, 2025

CONTACT:

Arizona Small Business Association,

Louie Picazo, 602-306-4000, lpicazo@asba.com

SCALE Roadshow Heads to Buckeye, AZ to Empower West Valley Entrepreneurs

Phoenix, AZ– The Arizona Small Business Association (ASBA), in collaboration with the Arizona Commerce Authority, is thrilled to bring the SCALE Roadshow to the West Valley, kicking off with a dynamic event in Buckeye, Arizona, on Thursday, August 21, 2025, starting at 9:00 AM.

Part of ASBA's SCALE (Strategic Coaching for Advancing Local Entrepreneurs) initiative, this full-day experience is designed to accelerate small business success across Arizona through practical education, strategic networking, and connection to local resources. 

Event Highlights Include: 



Arizona Speaks: Navigating AI for Your Small Business

• Attendees will hear from industry experts and small business leaders who are actively using AI to boost efficiency, improve customer engagement, and drive growth.

City Panel: Empowering Small Business in the West Valley

• Municipal leaders from Buckeye, Surprise, Goodyear, Peoria, and Avondale will share strategies and opportunities designed to foster small business growth in their communities.

Breakout Sessions & Roundtable Discussions

• Engage in breakout sessions that dive into hot topics affecting small businesses today, and don’t miss the roundtable discussions, an opportunity to connect directly with business owners and industry professionals, ask questions, and get expert advice tailored to your business needs.

Event Details:

Date: Thursday, August 21, 2025

Time: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Location: Buckeye City Hall East at The Landing

945 N. 215th Ave., Suite 137, Buckeye, AZ 85326

Cost: Free to attend (registration required)

Includes complimentary coffee and lunch 

Why Attend?

Whether you’re a startup founder, an established business owner, or a side-hustler, this event will help you connect with experts, discover funding opportunities, and walk away with actionable insights for growth. It’s your opportunity to learn, connect, and grow, right here in the West Valley.

Get Involved

Want to learn more about the SCALE initiative or become a partner? Contact scale@asba.com to get involved.

Special thanks to our SCALE partners and community supporters:

Arizona Commerce Authority, Salt River Project, Society for Human Resource Management of Greater Phoenix, National Safety Council - Arizona Chapter, Verizon Small Business Digital Ready, City of Buckeye, City of Surprise, City of Goodyear, City of Peoria, and City of Avondale.

About ASBA

Founded in 1973, the Arizona Small Business Association (ASBA) serves as the collective voice of small businesses in Arizona by advocating for a better business environment. Today, ASBA focuses on delivering statewide education, mentoring, networking, and advocacy programs, providing innovative entrepreneurs with the resources necessary to grow and evolve in an ever-changing marketplace. For more information, visit asba.com.