What is Fuerza Local?
Fuerza Local (Local First Arizona) is a non-profit organization that works to strengthen local communities and economies through the support, maintenance, and celebration of local businesses throughout the state of Arizona.
We educate citizens, stakeholders, business leaders, and legislators about the environmental, economic, and cultural benefits of a strong local economy. We build vibrant communities that make residents proud to call Arizona home.
Running your own business can be overwhelming. Breathe, we are here to serve you!
Join our group of local businesses in all types of Hispanic-owned industry. From our resources for small business owners to our extensive network of like-minded entrepreneurs, you'll find the help you need with Fuerza Local Arizona. Your success means success for everyone.
Acelerador de Negocios
Fuerza Local’s Acelerador de Negocios is a business accelerator designed to educate and assist business owners in developing and expanding their entrepreneurial capabilities and promoting what it is like to be "Localist".
Nivel Ejecutivo
Get the executive education, management know-how, and business support system you need to grow your established small business through this intensive, cohort-based program. No previous degrees required, just the willingness to work on your business, not just in it!
Dining for Dreams
Dining for Dreams is Local First Arizona’s signature food event that showcases the chefs, restaurateurs, and entrepreneurs graduating from the Fuerza Local Acelerador de Negocios program. The dinner event spotlights four recent graduates, their cuisine, and business-to-business collaboration with a three-course, fine dining meal and drinks.
Fuerza Local News
Our Fuerza Local Team
Contact Us
To speak with someone in Spanish regarding regarding Fuerza Local, call (623) 289-1061 or email fuerzalocal@localfirstaz.com.