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Honors
Queen Creek’s economic development director wins statewide award
Town of Queen Creek
Queen Creek’s Economic Development Director Doreen Cotts, front row center, was recognized by the town council at its May 1 meeting for receiving an award from the Arizona Association for Economic Development.
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Queen Creek’s director of Economic Development recently was honored for her work in bringing business investments to the community.
The Arizona Association for Economic Development presented Doreen Cott with its Economic Developer of the Year, Medium Community, award.
“Cott was pivotal in securing a historic $5.5 billion investment from LG Energy Solution for a battery manufacturing facility, the largest in North America, positioning Queen Creek prominently in the economic landscape,” a town press release stated. “ Under her leadership, Queen Creek established its first hotel and Costco, implemented a small business grant program during COVID-19 to help support local businesses, and developed the acclaimed Horseshoe Park and Equestrian Centre.”
Cott was also instrumental in the Queen Creek's Economic Development department receiving accreditation as an Accredited Economic Development Organization in 2018. The release stated.
“Economic Developers attract and retain high-quality jobs, develop vibrant communities and improve quality of life. They also promote the creation, retention and expansion of jobs that facilitate growth, enhance wealth, and provide a stable tax base,” Mayor Julia Wheatley stated in the release. “We have an outstanding Economic Development team, led by Doreen Cott. The recognition by AAED is well deserved and we could not be more proud of this accomplishment and all the incredible work Doreen contributes to our community.”
