Matthew Miller, CEcD, is an economic development executive with over 16 years of experience in research, strategy, and leadership roles. He most recently served as the Principal for Economic Development for UniSource Energy Corporation, leading business development strategic planning efforts for a holding company of vertically-integrated investor-owned electric and natural gas utilities in Northern and Southern Arizona. He spearheaded 5X growth in the electric utility pipeline, systematized risk analysis and project management of new business opportunities, and led efforts on corporate strategy related to growth, the new commercial customer experience, and community impact.

Prior to his time at UniSource Energy Corporation, Miller served as the Chief Economist and Senior Vice President of Research and Strategy at the Greater Sacramento Economic Council, and in executive roles at Greater Portland Inc and the Greater Phoenix Economic Council.

Miller has served in board and advisory leadership roles for the Arizona Association for Economic Development, the Oregon Economic Development Association, the City of Portland Council of Economic Advisors, the Portland Economic Investment Corporation, and was appointed to the Wildfire Economic Recovery Council by Oregon Governor Kate Brown.

In 2020, Miller earned the designation of Certified Economic Developer from the International Economic Development Council and was named by Development Counselors International as a National 40 Under 40 Leader in Economic Development.