Through her National Governors Association (NGA) initiative Innovation America Governor Napolitano has engaged her fellow Governors, business leaders, educators, and others to create and implement policies to make the states more competitive in the global marketplace.

In an effort to recognize businesses, school initiatives, individuals, and government entities that are making strides to promote Arizona in the global economy, the Governor has established the “Arizona Innovation Awards.” These will be presented statewide to those who are creating new products that improve the quality of life for our citizens and entities that are incorporating math, science, and technology into the course of everyday business.