Arizona Education Association

Phoenix, AZ · Founded 1939

Professional association advocating for educators and advancing public education in Arizona

Primary audience

Educators

Work area

Professional Advocacy

Topic

Education Policy

Contact

Marisol Garcia

Website Contact

About Organization

Arizona Education Association supports over 1,000 volunteer educators and education professionals across Arizona through advocacy, professional development, and member services. Based in Phoenix, AZ, the organization has operated since 1939 with annual revenue of $10.2 million and a staff of 51 employees.

What They Focus On

Educator Advocacy

Defending teacher rights, improving working conditions, and ensuring fair compensation for education professionals statewide

Professional Excellence

Elevating teaching quality through training, resources, and support that helps educators grow in their careers

Public Education Policy

Advancing legislation and policies that strengthen public schools, increase funding, and improve student outcomes

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$10.2M

+16.9% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$10.2M

+26.9% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$9.7M

+0.6% vs 2022

Employees (2023)

+15.9% vs 2022

Year	Revenue	Expenses	Assets	Employees
2023	$10,206,647	$10,207,584	$9,679,917	51
2022	$8,731,120	$8,046,397	$9,617,938	44
2021	$8,539,336	$7,379,953	$8,875,959	44
2020	$7,870,679	$7,285,125	$8,129,999	40
2019	$8,337,391	$7,809,546	$7,457,442	40
2018	$7,223,020	$6,785,271	$7,165,639	41

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

01

Member Engagement

Connect with educators across Arizona to understand their needs and workplace challenges
02

Advocacy Planning

Develop strategic initiatives for policy change, professional support, and education improvement
03

Resource Delivery

Provide professional development, legal support, and financial assistance to members
04

Policy Impact

Influence education legislation and promote systemic improvements in Arizona's public schools

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Arizona Education Association

Member Advocacy

Represents educators in professional matters, workplace issues, and policy advocacy at state and local levels

Professional Development

Provides training, resources, and continuing education opportunities to elevate teaching practice and educator effectiveness

Education Policy

Promotes legislation and policies that support public education funding, teacher rights, and student learning conditions

Financial Assistance

Offers financial support and resources to members facing personal or professional hardships

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Arizona Education Association.

Marisol Garcia

President

Full-time

Compensation: $168,571

Randy Parraz

Prior Execut

Full-time

Compensation: $164,139

Angela Philpot

Vice Preside

Full-time

Compensation: $135,766

Liz Leivas

Mgr Growth S

Full-time

Compensation: $129,924

Jessica Swanson

Mgr Business

Full-time

Compensation: $127,581

Matt Nichols

Org Consulta

Full-time

Compensation: $112,781

Matt Kruse

Org Consulta

Full-time

Compensation: $110,767

Greg McQuade

Org Consulta

Full-time

Compensation: $110,584

Paula Arnquist

Org Consulta

Full-time

Compensation: $105,440

John H Wright III

Interim Exec

Full-time

Anna Badilla

Director

Derek Born

Director

Estaban Flemons

Director

Gretchen Clifton

Director

Heidi Winden

Director

Janet Kovach

Director

Jesus Anthony Lovio

Director

Josh Atkins

Director

Kelley Fisher

Director

Kelly Trujillo

Director

Lloyd Cook

Director

Luci Messing

Director

Luis Peralta

Director

Megan McCave

Director

Melanie Cobos

Director

Michael McGowan

Director

Nathaniel Ratey

Director

Nicole Parker

Director

Patrick Castro

Director

Shaun Creighton

Director

Tina Quinonez

Director

Milestones

1939

AEA Founded

1939

Arizona Education Association established to represent state educators and advance public education

2018

Revenue Growth Begins

2018

Organization revenue increased from $7.2 million, reflecting expanded membership and advocacy efforts

2023

Expanded Operations

2023

Revenue reached $10.2 million with staff growing to 51 employees serving Arizona educators

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

Amber Gould Treasurer 16.00 hrs/week · $24,153

Anna Badilla Director 1.00 hrs/week

Derek Born Director 1.00 hrs/week

Estaban Flemons Director 1.00 hrs/week

Gretchen Clifton Director 1.00 hrs/week

Heidi Winden Director 1.00 hrs/week

Janet Kovach Director 1.00 hrs/week

Jesus Anthony Lovio Director 1.00 hrs/week

Josh Atkins Director 1.00 hrs/week

Kelley Fisher Director 1.00 hrs/week

Kelly Trujillo Director 1.00 hrs/week

Lloyd Cook Director 1.00 hrs/week

Luci Messing Director 1.00 hrs/week

Luis Peralta Director 1.00 hrs/week

Megan McCave Director 1.00 hrs/week

Melanie Cobos Director 1.00 hrs/week

Michael McGowan Director 1.00 hrs/week

Nathaniel Ratey Director 1.00 hrs/week

Nicole Parker Director 1.00 hrs/week

Patrick Castro Director 1.00 hrs/week

Shaun Creighton Director 1.00 hrs/week

Tina Quinonez Director 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

Executive Compensation

Top compensated officers & key employees from IRS Form 990

Total Reported (2023)

$1.7M

Highest Paid

$241K

Randy Parraz

Compensated Officers

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Randy Parraz	Prior Execut	$164,139	$76,786	$240,925	40
Marisol Garcia	President	$168,571	$33,486	$202,057	40
Liz Leivas	MGR Growth S	$129,924	$60,443	$190,367	40
Matt Nichols	Org Consulta	$112,781	$63,094	$175,875	40
Jessica Swanson	MGR Business	$127,581	$46,441	$174,022	40
Greg Mcquade	Org Consulta	$110,584	$62,658	$173,242	40
Angela Philpot	Vice Preside	$135,766	$33,486	$169,252	40
Paula Arnquist	Org Consulta	$105,440	$61,301	$166,741	40
Matt Kruse	Org Consulta	$110,767	$49,169	$159,936	40
Amber Gould	Treasurer	$24,153	—	$24,153	16

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Randy Parraz	Executive Di	$164,139	$76,786	$240,925	40
Marisol Garcia	President	$168,571	$33,486	$202,057	40
Liz Leivas	MGR Growth S	$129,924	$60,443	$190,367	40
Matt Nichols	Org Consulta	$112,781	$63,094	$175,875	40
Jessica Swanson	MGR Business	$127,581	$46,441	$174,022	40
Greg Mcquade	Org Consulta	$110,584	$62,658	$173,242	40
Angela Philpot	Vice Preside	$135,766	$33,486	$169,252	40
Matt Kruse	Org Consulta	$110,767	$49,169	$159,936	40
Amber Gould	Treasurer	$24,153	—	$24,153	16

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Joseph Thomas	Past President	$159,561	$46,433	$205,994	40
Joseph Thomas	Past President	$159,561	$46,433	$205,994	40
Jennifer Laredo	External Affairs MGR	$135,860	$55,657	$191,517	40
Jennifer Loredo	External Affairs MGR	$135,860	$55,657	$191,517	40
Margaret Sleeper	MGR. Business & Technology	$138,018	$38,313	$176,331	40
Margaret Sleeper	MGR. Business & Technology	$138,018	$38,313	$176,331	40
Marisol Garcia	President	$135,158	$38,346	$173,504	40
Marisol Garcia	President	$135,158	$38,346	$173,504	40
Jarrett Haskovec	General Counsel	$132,883	$35,923	$168,806	40
Jarrett Haskovec	General Counsel	$132,883	$35,923	$168,806	40
Matthew Kruse	Organizational Consultant	$106,726	$49,267	$155,993	40
Matthew Kruse	Organizational Consultant	$106,726	$49,267	$155,993	40
Lori Ortega	Organizational Consultant	$106,803	$37,510	$144,313	40
Lori Ortega	Organizational Consultant	$106,803	$37,510	$144,313	40
Sheryl Mathis	Interim Executive Director (Thru 1/22)	$117,435	—	$117,435	40

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Luis Heredia	Executive Director	$146,346	$53,117	$199,463	40
Joe Thomas	President	$156,320	$41,758	$198,078	40
Jennifer Laredo	MGR. Field Organizing	$128,144	$55,323	$183,467	40
Margaret M Sleeper	MGR. Business & Technology	$130,915	$51,726	$182,641	40
Jarrett Haskovec	General Counsel	$129,060	$49,906	$178,966	40
Matthew Nichols	Organizational Consultant	$103,832	$56,733	$160,565	40
Matthew Kruse	Organizational Consultant	$104,995	$45,232	$150,227	40
Marisol Garcia	Vice President	$132,232	$16,614	$148,846	40
Nell Pederson	Organizational Consultant	$104,187	$38,482	$142,669	40
Angela Philpot	Treasurer	$10,910	—	$10,910	16

Name	Title	Base	Other	Total	Hrs/Wk
Joe Thomas	President	$150,302	$41,643	$191,945	40
Margaret M Sleeper	MGR. Business & Technology	$129,649	$51,480	$181,129	40
Jennifer Laredo	MGR. Field Organizing	$122,111	$52,411	$174,522	40
Matthew Kruse	Organizational Consultant (As Of	$107,504	$45,659	$153,163	40
Jarrett Hascovec	General Counsel	$120,230	$31,853	$152,083	40
Nell Pederson	Organizational Consultant (As Of	$102,704	$38,522	$141,226	40
Dana Christine Mayer	Executive ADM To Governance	$106,102	$20,236	$126,338	40
Luis Heredia	Executive Director	$68,988	$29,720	$98,708	40
Mark Simons	Executive Director (Thru 5/1/19)	$70,474	$20,817	$91,291	40
Marisol Garcia	Vice President	$72,674	—	$72,674	16
Angela Philpot	Treasurer	$5,095	—	$5,095	16

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. Compensation includes base and other reported compensation.

Individual Political Donors

People from this organization who contributed to political campaigns

$5K Total Given

Democratic $5,031 (100%)

12 Contributions

$419 Avg Each

Top Individual Donors

4 Individual Donors

Emily Kirkland 2 contributions • $1,650 avg

$3,300

Pedro Lopez 7 contributions • $179 avg

$1,250

Joaquin Rios 1 contribution • $250 avg

$250

Melanie Cobos 1 contribution • $231 avg

$231

Quick Insights

🏆

Most Active Donor Pedro Lopez with 7 contributions

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Highest Avg per Contribution Emily Kirkland at $1,650 each

🎯

Top Recipient ACTBLUE — $4,125

Data from Federal Election Commission • Individual contributions only

Contact

Get in touch with Arizona Education Association

Phone

(602) 264-1774

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345 E Palm Lane Phoenix, AZ 85004

Arizona Education Association

What They Focus On

Financial Information

How They Work

Member Engagement

Advocacy Planning

Resource Delivery

Policy Impact

Programs and Initiatives

Member Advocacy

Professional Development

Education Policy

Financial Assistance

Team & Leadership

Marisol Garcia

Randy Parraz

Angela Philpot

Liz Leivas

Jessica Swanson

Matt Nichols

Matt Kruse

Greg McQuade

Paula Arnquist

John H Wright III

Anna Badilla

Derek Born

Estaban Flemons

Gretchen Clifton

Heidi Winden

Janet Kovach

Jesus Anthony Lovio

Josh Atkins

Kelley Fisher

Kelly Trujillo

Lloyd Cook

Luci Messing

Luis Peralta

Megan McCave

Melanie Cobos

Michael McGowan

Nathaniel Ratey

Nicole Parker

Patrick Castro

Shaun Creighton

Tina Quinonez

Milestones

AEA Founded

Revenue Growth Begins

Expanded Operations

Associated People

Board of Directors

Executive Compensation

Individual Political Donors

Top Individual Donors

Quick Insights

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