A Community That Builds Big Ideas
In the heart of Arizona’s Maricopa County, the city of Goodyear is making a name for itself beyond its sunshine and scenic beauty. It’s home to a thriving ecosystem of entrepreneurship and innovation. At the center of that growth is the Goodyear InnovationHub, a city-run initiative that’s been empowering business owners, startups, and change-makers for more than a decade. A collaboration between Goodyear Economic Development, Arizona State University, and Maricopa County Library District, the InnovationHub is a growing engine of opportunity.
Through free workshops, mentorship programs, and collaborative networking events, the InnovationHub provides resources local entrepreneurs need to bring new business ideas to life.
The Goodyear InnovationHub offers a suite of services to support budding businesses, including:
- One-on-one mentoring sessions (by appointment) with business advisors from Greater Phoenix Service Corps of Retired Executives (SCORE). They know business, and they know Goodyear.
- The Small Business Startup School, a guided experience for new entrepreneurs.
- A full calendar of free workshops and guest speaker events, like “Business Builders.”
- Open co-working spaces and reservable private conference rooms.
- On-demand access to business tools, planning resources, and experienced mentors.
It’s an accessible, practical ecosystem designed to help people across Goodyear and beyond plan, launch, and grow successful ventures.
Innovation, Industry, and Education: AUA’s Strategic Location
Just minutes away from the InnovationHub, Avila University Arizona (AUA) is proud to share in Goodyear’s forward-thinking spirit, connecting education with innovation at the local level.
At AUA, we believe learning should be applied, connected, and career-focused. Our STEM-designated MBA and M.S. in Technology Management programs prepare students to thrive in today’s dynamic economy through a blend of business fundamentals, innovation strategy, and leadership development.
Students at AUA benefit from:
- Proximity and access to a real-world innovation network
- Faculty with experience in entrepreneurship, technology, and industry transformation
- A curriculum focused on agility, systems thinking, and global relevance
- Opportunities to engage with events, resources, and mentorship through local partnerships
This one-of-a-kind environment allows our students to go beyond the classroom and connect directly with Arizona’s growing entrepreneurial ecosystem.
A Place to Grow
Goodyear’s InnovationHub reflects exactly what makes this region so exciting for international students, working professionals, and aspiring leaders: it’s open, collaborative, and ready to support ideas that matter.
From preparing to launch a business or growing a career to exploring new professional directions, at AUA, we’re here to help you turn your dreams into actionable steps.
Start your graduate journey at Avila University Arizona, and gain access to an innovation network that starts right outside our doors.
Click here to explore AUA graduate programs.
