TiE Arizona

TiE logoTiE Arizona is the local chapter of TIE – The International Entrepreneurs, the largest global association of  entrepreneurs. TiE Arizona was founded to inspire, foster and support entrepreneurship in Arizona. Anyone starting or running a business, and anyone working with an entrepreneur or in an entrepreneurial company find immense value in the educational, networking and partnership opportunities available through TiE. Professionals and students working at startups, working with startups or seeking to learn from other entrepreneurs will gain access to invaluable educational, networking and partnership opportunities through TiE.

TiE has brought globally recognized entrepreneurs to Arizona so that local entrepreneurs can learn from their successes and failures. TiE has coordinated networking mixers such that local entrepreneurs can establish partnerships and support groups. TiE has focused on empowering entrepreneurs by providing workshops and seminars on fundraising, legal, accounting, finance, HR and management practices. The Arizona chapter of TiE exists solely to build and bolster entrepreneurship in the vibrant Arizona economy. If you are entrepreneur, it’s time to get involved.

TiE History

tie_arizona_photo15TiE is a global networking and mentoring organization for professionals with explicit interest in entrepreneurship and the creation of new enterprises. From its modest beginnings in Silicon Valley in 1992, TiE has now evolved into an active, vibrant organization comprising thousands of members and 31 chapters in the U.S., Canada, India, Pakistan, the U.K. and Singapore. The TiE Silicon Valley chapter (http://www.sv.tie.org) has long been recognized as the launch pad for hundreds of successful companies that have created over an estimated $75 billion in value.

Recent proliferation of newer chapters across the world has only strengthened the value and philosophy of the organization. The Arizona chapter was formed in February 2000 to support and foster the burgeoning entrepreneurial activity in this region.

While its roots belong to people of origin in the Indian subcontinent, TiE is an inclusive organization and its membership and benefits are open to anyone interested in working with and supporting the entrepreneurial community. TiE-Arizona’s members consist of entrepreneurs, CxOs, executives, investors, academics, consultants, service providers and mainstream professionals from a multitude of industries.

TiE Activities

TiE Arizona is focused on providing its membership and the community with activities and events that further its goals of fostering and nurturing the entrepreneurial environment. Planned activities include monthly networking meetings and seminar events with acclaimed entrepreneurs sharing their experiences and wisdom.

  • Speaker Events (with Keynotes and Panels)
  • Networking meetings
  • Entrepreneurial Education Seminars (e.g. Business Planning, Finance, Legal, etc.)
  • Mentor Network
  • Resource Center
  • Access to TiE Global