CEO Roundtable | Edmund Marquez

Tucson Young Professionals holds a monthly CEO Roundtable as an avenue of professional development for our members and the community. We ask our featured speaker to candidly speak for 30 - 35 minutes about their lessons and advice for professional growth and community impact.

Registration

• TYP Members - Free (Enter your email address as the promo code to reveal your free ticket)
• Community Members: $20

Schedule

• 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Networking and Appetizers
• 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm CEO Speaker talk + Q&A

About Our Speaker

Edmund Marquez is the owner of the Edmund Marquez Allstate Insurance Agencies in Tucson, Arizona, and is known for leading one of the largest Hispanic-owned Allstate agency groups in the United States. Born and raised in Tucson, AZ, Edmund attended Sabino High School and Pima Community College before earning a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of Arizona. He also holds a business certificate from Stanford University.

Currently, Edmund serves as the Chairman of United Way’s Tocqueville Society, Vice-Chairman of the Rio Nuevo board, Incoming Chairman of Boys and Girls Clubs of Tucson, and Immediate Past Chairman of the Tucson Metro Chamber and the Arizona Sands Club. His commitment to community leadership is evident through his role on the Boards of Directors of the Southern Arizona Leadership Council. Edmund has previously served as the Chairman of the Board of United Way, The Pima Community College Foundation and the Tucson Hispanic Chamber of Commerce.

In recognition of his outstanding contributions, Edmund has received several accolades, including being named the “Businessman of the Year” by the Tucson Hispanic Chamber, and awarded the “Tucson Strong Award” from the Snoop Dog Arizona Bowl. He was also honored with the “Breath of Life Award” by the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation and the “Father of the Year” award by the Father’s Day Council. Furthermore, he received the “Centennial Service Award” from the United Way, and the “Platinum Cactus Award” from the Tucson Metro Chamber. Edmund’s achievements have led to his induction into the Sabino High School Hall of Fame, the Pi Kappa Alpha Hall of Honor, and the Southern Arizona YMCA Hall of Fame.

Outside of his professional pursuits, Edmund is an avid cyclist, proudly representing the Jim Click Racing Team. Edmund has raised millions of dollars for local non-profits with his high energy and enthusiasm as an emcee to numerous community events throughout the Tucson community. Edmund is also a valued member of the Tucson Airport Authority and the National Leadership Council of the University of Arizona Foundation.

What is TYP?

Tucson Young Professionals (TYP) is dedicated to attracting, retaining, and promoting young professionals in the Greater Tucson area. Founded during the Great Recession, TYP provides a platform for young professionals to connect, develop leadership skills, and actively contribute to Tucson's economic and social progress. We emphasize collaboration, leadership, inclusivity, and progress, aiming to ensure that diverse voices lead Tucson's development.

Learn more on our website and connect with us @tucsonyoungprofessionals on Facebook and Instagram.

Event Venue & Nearby Stays

Nook, 1 E Congress St, Tucson, United States