A  Vision:
Envision our ethical and hard working business people being recognized as the foundation of our community.

Envision the business owners being recognized as the ones that generate the sales taxes, provide the benefits and create the employment opportunities.

Envision the business owners being appreciated for their donations of time and money to charities that endlessly seek support.

Envision the elected members of government remembering they are here to serve not to be served.

Envision a government that supports the efforts of business people by streamlining the processes of opening or expanding a business, so things can get done quickly and at a fair cost.

Envision a government that focuses on the needs of the community first, not the wants and desires of special interests.

Envision a business community that holds incumbents accountable for the promises they make to get elected.

Envision an elected government that doesn’t intimidate or threaten members of the business community when their support, ideas and wishes differ.

Envision a responsible business community that engages the elected officials with ideas that can truly stimulate the economy and create a better business environment.

Envision businesses that educate their employees on the value of their vote.

Envision a process where we educate and mentor the next generation on the principals of ethical business and political practices.

Envision us implementing the changes we need, never forgetting how tough times are now and building a future with the lessons of our experience, wisdom and knowledge.

Now, envision that we join together for a Smart United Business Strategy to make this vision a reality.

Rick Grinnell, Founder
Smart United Business Strategies
rick@substucson.com

Who: Smart United Business Strategies, Inc. (SUBS) is a private for profit-corporation established to act as a business lobbyist for the betterment of Tucson and the surrounding communities. We will advocate with clarity, confidence, and the conviction necessary to achieve our objectives. We have a commitment to making REAL change happen.

Mission Statement: Our mission is to make Tucson and Southern Arizona a desirable place to live, work, and interact in. We will implement strategies critical to healthy community growth and stability, supported by an active business contingency and a neutral political environment. This is absolutely critical to our future success.

Community Message: For too long the business community has let apathy about our government rule. Without a strong and viable business atmosphere we will not have the resources to sustain a working economy. We can co-exist with the neighborhoods and the surrounding beautiful desert in a positive manner and enlightened environment when we work together. We are going to grow and we must do so in an efficient strategic manner! We must walk the talk.

Steve Emerine - Inside Tucson Business, December 15th, 2008

"If local elected officials and business leaders want to rebuild Tucson's
downtown and hang onto our tourism and convention business, gem and
mineral shows, spring training baseball, professional golf tournaments
and other attractions for residents and visitors alike, they can.

But if government and business leaders don't lead, can't unite the community
and don't want to be bothered with local problems, we are all the losers.

We have to decide collectively that when times get tough, the tough do indeed get going."