For those who imagine themselves in line for advancement — Being on the short list for the CEO job and having a record of delivering amazing results; having been told they have the inside track; feeling they are the leader in the clubhouse — Mark Thompson and Byron Loflin offer a wakeup call: Don't believe it. They caution readers that, no matter what a leader has heard or … [More]
Leadership Beyond the Playbook: Craft Your Own Path. Lead with Impact
For those who are in a corporate role, building a startup or preparing for their next move, this book will help them craft a leadership path that's entirely their own. Leadership Beyond the Playbook offers no neatly packaged lists or models. Instead, it will help readers become a better leader — with clarity, sharper judgment and greater intention. Roopa Kudva is a rare … [More]
Quick Leadership: Build Trust, Navigate Change, and Cultivate Unstoppable Teams
Quick Leadership by Selena Rezvani equips its readers with modern, people-first strategies for leading in today's fast-moving, fast-changing workplaces. Forget outdated, top-down management ― this book is packed with real-world tips that help readers build trust, boost performance and bring out the best in their teams (without burning themselves out). Selena Rezvani, a renowned … [More]
Guest Editor: Adam Goodman, Goodmans
Leadership and Purpose Arizona continues to distinguish itself as a place where business can grow and innovate. Our natural climate plays a role, but our business climate is earned — shaped by leaders who favor collaboration over division and remain focused on the state’s long-term prosperity. What’s becoming increasingly clear is how much that prosperity depends on … [More]
Mike Boden
Interim Chief Executive Officer OneAZ Credit Union
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? What stands out most about my leadership style is that I lead through clarity, collaboration and purpose. I believe people perform their best when they understand not just what they are doing, but why it matters. My role as a leader is to … [More]
Fred Bueler
Teammate Owner and Vice President CHASSE Building Team
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? My leadership style is built on calm, steadiness, trust and genuine care for people. I believe strong leadership begins with dependability — showing up consistently, following through on commitments, and helping others find clarity and … [More]
Cristina Perez Hesano: Building Justice, Community and a New Model of Leadership in Law
Perez Law Group exemplifies the philosophy of lifting others as you climb.
When Cristina Perez Hesano founded Perez Law Group in 2010, she set out to do more than build a law firm; she set out to build a movement. In a field where Latinas make up only about 3% of all attorneys in the U.S., and progress has barely moved in 15 years, Hesano stands out as a trailblazer for representation, leadership and advocacy for the “little guy.” Her mission has … [More]
Jason J. Coochwytewa
Chief Executive Officer Urias Communications
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? What stands out most about my leadership style is that I lead from within the community. I believe leadership is about representation, advocacy and engagement — being present in spaces where voices need to be amplified. As president of the … [More]
John Fees
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer GradGuard – College Life Protected
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? Do the right thing. It is simple but guides any of my leadership functions and all our success at GradGuard. We do the right thing for each of our stakeholders, including the schools and students we serve, for our team members who help keep … [More]
Wendy Cohen
President and Chief Executive Officer Kitchell Corporation
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, leadership starts with vulnerability. It’s about understanding that you don’t have all the answers and being confident enough to surround yourself with people who are smarter than you in their areas of expertise. I’ve learned that … [More]
Philip Kim
Managing Director and Co-Founder Signature Wealth Concepts
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? Leadership is a privilege, but I think it is also a calling. I take this very seriously because I know that an effective leader can have a profound impact on so many lives. I love the adage, “The speed of the leader determines the rate of the … [More]
James Goodnow
Chief Executive Officer Fennemore
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? At Fennemore, leadership is a team sport. The firm’s structure is built around collaboration, and I’ve always believed the best results come when smart, driven teams work toward a shared goal. A great example of this philosophy is our C-Suite … [More]
Christine Mackay
President and Chief Executive Officer Greater Phoenix Economic Council
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 work to lead with direction, perseverance and partnership. You build strong organizations when the team has a clear focus and the room to run. I set high expectations, but I lead by example and work alongside the team. I will never ask … [More]
Sheryl Palmer
Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Taylor Morrison
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, it always comes down to people first and building strong relationships with others. While I bring my own personal experiences and knowledge to the table as a leader, it’s even more important to surround myself with team members from a … [More]
Steve Purves
President and Chief Executive Officer Valleywise Health
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? Unity of purpose is critical, marching in lock step is critical, and having a passion for serving others is what should drive us as a team. Our employees and the community will notice this — and it will be positive. The reinvention of … [More]
Brandon Rafi
Founder Rafi Law Group
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? My approach to leadership has always been about service. I believe real leadership means putting people first and creating an environment where everyone feels valued and supported. When I founded Rafi Law Group, my goal was to build a place … [More]
Denise Resnik
Founder, President and Chief Executive Officer First Place AZ
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? My leadership style recognizes the value of constellations among stars and is fueled by building both. Stellar leaders are drawn to big ideas and even bigger visions — and I work to empower people who believe in each other and in what we're … [More]
Paul Rivers
Chief Innovation Officer Phoenix Suns & Phoenix Mercury
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? My leadership style starts with genuine care — care for the mission, care for the work and, most importantly, care for the people who make it all happen. When that foundation is real, everything else becomes possible. From there, leadership … [More]
