First Internet Bank of Indiana, a premier provider of online retail and business banking services nationwide, today announced the geographic expansion of its commercial and industrial (C&I) lending services to the Southwestern United States, with the addition of three seasoned bankers operating from the Bank’s Phoenix-area loan production office. To lead the Tempe-based … [More]
Google Glass Revolutionizes Practice of Law
Fennemore Craig, a leading Mountain West regional law firm, is changing the way lawyers interact with clients by lending them Google Glass. With the use of Google Glass, firsthand, live-action experiences are shared in real time between clients and Fennemore Craig attorneys, creating new mechanisms to convey evidence to juries, judges and mediators. The pilot program, called … [More]
AHA Award of Honor to be Presented to Rhonda Anderson, R.N.
The American Hospital Association (AHA) will present its 2014 Award of Honor to Rhonda Anderson, R.N., DNSc, chief executive officer of Cardon Children’s Medical Center in Mesa, Ariz. The award, presented on May 5 as part of the AHA’s Annual Membership Meeting, is given to individuals or organizations in recognition of exemplary contributions to the health and well-being of our … [More]
Avnet Recognized on the 2014 ‘InformationWeek Elite 100’ as a Top Business Technology Innovator
Global technology distributor Avnet, Inc. announced that it was named to the InformationWeek Elite 100 – a list of the top business technology innovators in the U.S. Avnet was recognized for automating the processes around one of the most critical sales areas for its enterprise computing operating group – performance-based incentive programs for its sales teams, customers and … [More]
Catharine Teeter Joins CBRE as Director of Operations
CBRE has announced that Catharine Teeter has joined the firm as its director of operations for Arizona and the Intermountain Region. In this role, she will partner with the firm’s market and regional leadership to develop and implement strategic priorities for operations. ”I am thrilled to welcome Cathy to the team. She is the perfect complement to our team of best-in-class … [More]
National Bank of Arizona Hires New Wealth Advisor
National Bank of Arizona (NB|AZ) is proud to announce Robert Wagner as a new wealth advisor at its Gainey Ranch Wealth Center. Wagner brings numerous years of financial planning, business development and strategic planning experience to his new position at NB|AZ. As an NB|AZ wealth advisor, Wagner will be responsible for developing high net-worth investment management … [More]
CCG Catalyst Hires Ryan Esquell as Senior Vice President of Business Development
CCG Catalyst, a bank consulting firm providing strategic direction for banks, has named Ryan Esquell as senior vice president of business development, focusing primarily on working with CCG Catalyst clients and prospective clients to develop and implement sound strategic initiatives as well as establishing increased executive-level relationships. Esquell has worked with a … [More]
Jeffrey H. Wolf Named 2014 ‘Legal Eagle’ by Franchise Times
The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP today announced that local partner Jeffrey H. Wolf has been named Legal Eagles for 2014 by Franchise Times magazine. Legal Eagle honorees are attorneys who are viewed as the best franchise lawyers, at the top of their games, nominated by their peers, clients and the Franchise Times’ editorial board as the rainmakers, go-to … [More]
The Opus Group® Announces Opening of Phoenix Office and Appointment of Lawrence Pobuda as Senior Vice President and General Manager
The Opus Group announced today it is opening an office in Phoenix and has hired 26-year industry veteran Lawrence Pobuda as senior vice president and general manager of Opus Development Company, L.L.C. "We see significant growth potential in Phoenix, particularly in the sectors in which we have expertise," said Tim Murnane, president and CEO of Opus Holding, L.L.C. "We're … [More]
33rd Governor’s Arts Awards Honorees Include Rosie’s House and BMO Harris Bank
More than 500 arts supporters, advocates, business leaders and elected officials attended the annual Governor’s Arts Awards last night, held for the first time at the Mesa Arts Center. The Governor’s Arts Awards are presented by Arizona Citizens for the Arts, the Arizona Commission on the Arts and the Office of the Governor. Six winners were honored out of more than 80 … [More]
Polsinelli Named Children’s Law Center Law Firm of the Year
The Children’s Law Center has named Polsinelli as its 2013 Law Firm of the Year in recognition of the exceptional pro bono service undertaken by Polsinelli attorneys over the past year. The firm was selected for its volunteer efforts in connection with the Minor Guardianship Program that assists vulnerable children whose parents are not able or willing to care for them. “We … [More]
Avnet Named as a 2014 World’s Most Ethical Company by the Ethisphere Institute
Avnet, Inc., a leading global technology distributor, announced today that it has been recognized by the Ethisphere Institute, an independent center of research promoting best practices in corporate ethics and governance, as a 2014 World’s Most Ethical Company®. This is Avnet’s first year being honored with this award, which recognizes organizations that continue to raise … [More]
QuadMed Invests in Stat Health Services
QuadMed, a nationally recognized provider of onsite, near site and shared site employer-sponsored health and wellness solutions, has entered into a strategic partnership with Scottsdale based Stat Health Services, provider of Stat Doctors™ eHealth solution, to provide 24/7 telemedicine access for patients with minor acute healthcare needs. Under the agreement, QuadMed … [More]
Wood/Patel Promotes Michael Young to Chief Executive Officer
Wood/Patel, announced that Michael Young P.E., is promoted to chief executive officer. Young served as senior vice president for the Land Development Division for the past 16 years. “Mike is a proven leader and a great resource to clients,” expressed Darrel Wood, P.E., founder of Wood/Patel. “He has led award-winning projects and created client relationships throughout his … [More]
ZIVELO™ Hires Phil Vaney as Chief Operating Officer
ZIVELO™, a public computing technology company that designs, manufactures and distributes self-service kiosk and digital signage systems, announces the addition of Phil Vaney as chief operating officer. Vaney joins the team operating out of the company’s new 13,000-square-foot operations headquarters in the Scottsdale Fashion Square mall. “The success and growth of ZIVELO … [More]
Rawhide Western Town and Steakhouse Names Amber Riley Director of Sales
Rawhide Western Town and Steakhouse, Arizona’s largest western-themed attraction on 70 acres in Phoenix, is proud to announce the appointment of Amber Riley to Director of Sales. Riley’s efforts will focus on implementing sales strategies to enhance the Rawhide property as a unique and memorable guest experience venue. “Amber was an easy choice as her vast experience and … [More]
Quarles & Brady Intellectual Property & Entrepreneurship Clinic Launched
The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP today announced that it has partnered with The University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law to launch a new legal clinic focused on supporting newly established businesses and entrepreneurs. Law students will have the opportunity to counsel start-up businesses on how to protect their inventions and innovations. The … [More]
Dana Schmidt Joins FirstService Residential as Vice President of Human Resources
FirstService Residential, the leading community management company in Arizona, has named Dana Schmidt as its new vice president of Human Resources. Schmidt possesses nearly 20 years of strategic and hands-on HR expertise acquired in public, Fortune 100 and privately-owned organizations. Schmidt will be primarily responsible for defining, developing, managing and implementing … [More]
