“I am honored to stand as an example that, for young women, anything you aspire to is possible regardless of where you grew up or your economic background.” Brenda LaTowsky, M.D., grew up on a small family farm in Nebraska and attended the University of Nebraska Medical College, graduating amongst the top in her class. During that time, she was selected for the prestigious … [More]
Cionne McCarthy
“I needed a career where my work mattered. The word ‘home’ is powerful. It conjures unique images and emotions in all of us. Matching people with the homes of their dreams that stir those magnificent images and feelings has been and continues to be a work of love for me every day.” Cionne McCarthy is a consummate real estate professional, leader and humanitarian who has … [More]
Julia Meyerson
“Moments in time like this allow for a brief pause – celebrate successes, step back, and reflect on what our entire team has accomplished.” Julia Meyerson solidified her commitment to education as a Teach For America corps member in the South Bronx, where she taught first grade for two years. Realizing the tremendous impact of state and local policy on transforming … [More]
Julia C. Patrick
"All women are working women and unfortunately not as privileged as I have been. Great female leaders, such as Linda M. Herold, have been standing beside me and behind me — pushing me forward. They have prodded me when I didn’t think I could do it and they tempered me when I was far too boastful. While I may be honored with the In Business Woman of Acheivement, it is all the … [More]
Paige Rothermel
“I am honored to be recognized as one of this year’s Women of Achievement. This past year and a half has been challenging for us all, and I’m proud to contribute to and make a difference in the overall health of our state, alongside many of my Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona colleagues.” As the chief operating officer for Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, Paige Rothermel … [More]
Trish Stark
“This award is important to me because it reminds me how many amazing women have inspired and helped me along the way. I am eternally grateful to them.” Trish Stark is managing director for First Western Trust, Scottsdale, a boutique financial services company whose clients are high net worth, entrepreneurial and, in many cases, self-made. She is responsible for developing, … [More]
Kelly Zitlow
“Being recognized is truly an honor because it serves as an important reminder that women leaders can positively impact their communities and even the world.” For more than 25 years, Kelly Zitlow has built her award-winning, highly respected career as a vice president and Certified Mortgage Planning Specialist® on earning the trust of her clients and partners by providing … [More]
Linda S. Hunt, Dignity Health Southwest Division
Coordinated with its annual event that shines a spotlight on women who are using their positions of leadership — whether in for-profit or nonprofit organizations — to make a difference in our community, this edition of In Business Magazine celebrates the 2021 Women of Achievement. During my career in the Valley, I have witnessed how very open and welcoming the community is … [More]
Feedback: September 2021
Q: As a former Women of Achievement honoree, you’ve been recognized for outstanding leadership. What do you feel are the most important leadership qualities for the times we are in now? Sherri L. Collins, M.Ed. Executive Director Arizona Commission for the Deaf and the Hard of Hearing Sector: Government As the executive director of the Arizona Commission for the Deaf and … [More]
Gorillas Can Dance
Helping its readers achieve exceptional results with their organization’s next partnership for corporate innovation, in Gorillas Can Dance, distinguished international business strategy professor and expert Shameen Prashantham, Ph.D., delivers a proven roadmap for large corporations collaborating with startups. Drawing on more than a decade of international research, Dr. … [More]
Internal and External Stakeholders at the Core of Successful CSR Strategies
As the global pandemic continues, many companies are rethinking how they do business in a world that expects more than yesterday’s “doing well by doing good” Corporate Social Responsibility campaigns. In every community, the local economic, health and social impacts are in flux and no matter the corporation’s size or location; a company is a part of that … [More]
