The City of Prescott has appointed Tricia Lewis as its new Economic Development Manager, signaling a strategic push to enhance local economic vitality. With over 25 years of experience in economic development, tourism, marketing, and community engagement, Lewis is expected to play a central role in attracting and retaining businesses, advancing workforce development, and building stronger regional partnerships.
Lewis previously served as Tourism and Economic Development Director for Cottonwood, where she elevated the city’s tourism profile and expanded business engagement across the Verde Valley. Her tenure included rebranding efforts for Visit Cottonwood and fostering greater community involvement. Earlier in her career, she spent a decade with the Arizona Department of Transportation as a Senior Community Relations Officer, where she facilitated collaboration between state agencies, municipalities, and local stakeholders.
Although currently residing in Prescott Valley, Lewis has deep roots in Prescott. She founded Lewis Marketing and Public Relations in 2005 and served as the exclusive marketing agency for the World’s Oldest Rodeo® from 2009 to 2021. She remains active in regional civic and business organizations.
Her hiring reflects the city’s commitment to supporting local enterprises, stimulating job creation, and improving quality of life for residents and visitors alike. For additional information, John Heiney of the City of Prescott’s Economic Development office can be reached at 928-777-1460 ext. 4600 or john.heiney@prescott-az.gov.
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Prescott Welcomes New Leader to Boost Local Economy
Text to speech audio articles made possible by CAST11 Talking Glass Media n nThe City of Prescott is pleased to announce that Tricia Lewis has been hired as its new Economic Development Manager. Lewis brings more than 25 years of experience in economic development, tourism, marketing, and community relations, along with strong ties to the Prescott area. n nIn this role, Lewis will lead initiatives to attract and retain businesses, support workforce and industry development, and strengthen regional partnerships that contribute to Prescott’s long-term economic vitality. n nLewis previously served as Tourism and Economic Development Director for the City of Cottonwood, where she strengthened Visit Cottonwood’s brand and helped grow tourism, business activity, and community engagement across the Verde Valley. She also spent ten years with the Arizona Department of Transportation as a Senior Community Relations Officer, building partnerships between state agencies, local governments, and community stakeholders. n nAlthough she currently resides in Prescott Valley, Lewis has long-standing family connections in Prescott. She founded Lewis Marketing and Public Relations in 2005 and worked closely with the World’s Oldest Rodeo® from 2009 to 2021 as its exclusive marketing and advertising agency. She continues to be actively involved in regional civic and business initiatives. n nLewis’s appointment reflects the City’s commitment to fostering economic growth, supporting local businesses, and enhancing the quality of life for residents and visitors. n nFor more information, contact John Heiney, City of Prescott Economic Development at 928-777-1460 ext. 4600 | john.heiney@prescott-az.gov n nCatch up with more Local News Stories on Signals A Z.com.