Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? For me, being an impactful leader is a choice I make every day. We are all pulled in so many different directions, it’s critical to prioritize and balance! I adapt my style to the priorities directly in front of me. Some days, I’m in … [More]
Karen D. Johnson, Ph.D.
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? We have an abundance of amazing nonprofits in Phoenix doing great work. Just imagine what we can do if we can find new ways to collaborate? My goal has been to meet with as many nonprofit leaders as I can and to strategize how we can work … [More]
Todd LaPorte
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? HonorHealth has grown to become a complete healthcare system across a continuum of care that focuses holistically on enhancing the well-being of its patients and community with world class service. My leadership style is situational, … [More]
Tim O’Neal
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I have been called a visionary business and social innovation leader because I have dedicated my career to creating programs and services that help underserved people thrive. My personal vision is to build bridges that uplift entire … [More]
Brigette Peterson
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I’m a firm believer in understanding where we’ve been to be better equipped when planning for our future. Since 1997, I’ve proudly served in the Town of Gilbert in many different roles: as a town volunteer, as an appointed planning … [More]
John G. Pierson
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I am fortunate to work in an industry and with a company of self-motivated people who are passionate about what they do. My leadership style is based on positive motivation that encourages others to be better people, not just better workers. … [More]
David Rousseau
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? As president of the nation’s third-largest not-for-profit community-based utility, my leadership approach has evolved over time. I have transitioned from being vision-focused to directing my attention to what is possible. In managing … [More]
Jason Rowley
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? Every leader develops their own leadership style through some combination of natural talent, formal training, mentorship, observation, experience and luck. It’s an evolutionary process that is unique and personal to each leader. … [More]
Steve Seleznow
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I believe that a leader is best judged by what they leave behind, not what they accomplish today. This standard has guided me throughout my career and driven many of my actions at ACF. No organization can innovate or be responsive without a … [More]
Kyu Utsunomiya
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? When Troy Watkins and I started Conceptually Social in 2014, we wanted our culture and leadership styles to be reflected in our mission statement and principles. Showing Passion, Being Selfless, Bringing the Positivity, Never Negotiating … [More]
Mónica Villalobos
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? I have been described as a servant leader and I consider my team to be my internal customers. I am charged with empowering them and enabling them to do their best work. It is a small but mighty team stretching a $3-million budget to make a … [More]
Arizona Employee Benefits Benchmarking Survey Released, Helps Attract and Retain Employees
The results of the 9th annual Arizona Employee Benefits Benchmarking Survey of mid-size employers (50-5,000 employees), showed that: 43 percent of employees in the Arizona survey are covered under lower-cost consumer-driven plans; 51 percent are covered under traditional copay type plans. In Arizona, the median deductible for traditional copay plans was $3,000 in 2022, … [More]
Spencer Fane, LLP
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SBA Awards $5.2 Million in PRIME Grants to Help Emerging Micro-entrepreneurs Gain Access to Capital
The U.S. Small Business Administration has awarded 27 organizations across the United States a total of $5.2 million under the Program for Investment in Micro-Entrepreneurs (PRIME) grant awards. In Arizona, Prestamos, the award-winning Community Development Financial Institution and Community Development Entity that provides small business loans and high quality technical … [More]
Tempe Chamber of Commerce CEO to Retire
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce announced on July 15, 2021, that Anne Gill, president and CEO of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, will retire after five years of service to the organization. Under Anne’s leadership, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce experienced significant growth, with an increase to the organization’s net revenue by more than 350% during her tenure. Most notably, … [More]
Tempe Chamber of Commerce Welcomes New Team Members
Denise Hart, Vice President of Marketing & Programs In July, Denise Hart was welcomed as the new Vice President of Marketing & Events. The Vice President of Marketing & Programs functions as the Chamber’s events and programs developer and producer, coordinating and supporting Chamber programs through effective planning, marketing, vendor procurement, volunteer … [More]
Celebration of Success: ACA’s 10th Anniversary
In Business Magazine is pleased to be the official publisher of the Arizona Commerce Authority 10th Anniversary Celebration. We, along with countless other businesses in Arizona wish to congratulate Sandra Watson and the Arizona Commerce Authority on all the important accomplishments over the past 10 years. Please enjoy this special section. … [More]
