Stephanie Handley

Stephanie Handley is a seasoned professional in economic development with extensive experience in building strategic relationships to foster growth and impact within organizations. Currently serving as Principal of Economic Development at Lamar Johnson Collaborative since August 2024, Stephanie also contributes as a Certified Ambassador for the Greater Phoenix Economic Council, advocating for business and job attraction in the region since October 2019. Previous roles include Vice President and Director of Economic Development at Clayco, Business Development Manager at Graycor, and Vice President of Business Development at Sharp Construction, among others. Stephanie holds a BA in Broadcast Journalism with a minor in Business from Arizona State University and an MBA in Technology Management from the University of Phoenix. Additionally, Stephanie serves on the Board of Directors for Phoenix Day, supporting early education for children of working families.