The Minority and Small Business Alliance of Southern Arizona is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Tax ID 26-4321268, serving entrepreneurs and college students across the urban, rural and borderland communities of Southern Arizona.

Welcome to the Minority & Small Business Alliance of Southern Arizona

Through an extensive network of partnerships representing a cross-section of the community from public and private businesses, governmental agencies and organizations, the Minority and Small Business Alliance provides educational workshops and programs, providing information, resources, business development, mentoring and access to programs and services. All of this to assist with increasing the economic power, success and growth of Small Businesses throughout Southern Arizona.

Carlotta Flores – 2022 Lifetime Achievement Award Recipient
Celebrating Small Business Excellence in Southern Arizona

The Minority & Small Business Alliance of Southern Arizona is proud to recognize the outstanding achievements of local businesses that exemplify success while giving back to the communities they serve. Our annual Small Business Excellence Awards celebrate the resilience, innovation, and community impact of small businesses throughout Southern Arizona.

We encourage you to nominate a business that has made a difference—or submit your own! Self-nominations are warmly welcomed as we shine a spotlight on the incredible contributions shaping the future of our region.

Nominate now and help us honor the businesses making Southern Arizona thrive!

MSBA also awards $1,000 – $3,000 scholarships to minority and disadvantaged students attending an accredited institution located here in Southern Arizona. To date, more than $131,000 in scholarships has been awarded to 101 students. Funds are collected during our Live Auction/Raffle during the Awards program.

UPCOMING EVENTS

LEARN. COLLABORATE. GROW.

Alliance Members

Lydia Aranda (Chair)

Rich Pesqueira (Treasurer)

Ricardo Carlo

Carmen Arroyo

Roman Campuzano

Walter Gonzalo

Kassie Diaz

James Diaz

Tracy Nicasio

Peter Paisley

News and Updates

Thanks to our sponsors for your continued support

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Check out our testimonials

“The Minority and Small Business Alliance scholarship award has provided funding to assist in the completion of my graduate certificate. The funding reduced the burden of student loans as my academic scholarship from the University of Arizona expired upon completion of my undergraduate degree. This scholarship helped to purchase required books and study materials needed to further my education. I have been able to complete my program and begin to study for the Certified Public Accountant exam with the help of this award. I would like to thank the Minority and Small Business Alliance for awarding this scholarship and assisting in my success!”

— Zachary Fleming, 2018 MSBA Award Recipient

“Being part of web development team has been rewarding because we are making it easier for small businesses to find support and grow.”

— Walter Gonzalo, Volunteer