Salt River Project’s Board of Directors has named Jim Pratt as the company’s new General Manager and Chief Executive Officer. Pratt will officially start his new role on May 5 to lead Arizona’s largest community-based, not-for-profit utility. "I am humbled and honored to be selected to lead SRP," said Pratt. "It is a role steeped in history and has helped make a significant … [More]
Carefree Cave Creek Chamber Names New Executive Director
The Carefree Cave Creek Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce Steve Feld as its new Executive Director. An award-winning business management executive, Steve has experience as a Certified Business Coach along with being a small business mentor for both SCORE and Arizona Commerce Authority. Feld is passionate about local business growth and promoting community-based … [More]
Phoenix Nonprofit Names New CEO with Unique History
For the first 14 years of her life, Carrie Masters was in and out of homelessness, surrounded by drug addiction and relying on programs through UMOM and the Thomas J. Pappas School. She now is the newly-appointed, first-ever female CEO of St. Joseph the Worker (SJW), a Phoenix nonprofit with a mission to assist homeless, low-income, and other disadvantaged individuals in their … [More]
Kristen O’Neall Named Director of Client Services at Colling Media Ad Agency
Colling Media, a Phoenix-based Advertising Agency has announced Kristen O'Neall has been named Director of Client Services. The promotion is her fourth in two years. In her new role as Director of Client Services, she oversees the company's client services team, working closely with the leadership team to develop strategic initiatives for exceptional … [More]
Roc Title Names New Executive V.P. in Arizona and Nevada
ROC Title, one of the fastest growing full-service title and escrow companies in western America, has named Shane Armstrong the Executive Vice President in Arizona and Nevada. Armstrong, who has been with ROC Title since its launch seven years ago, has more than a decade of experience in the Title and Escrow industry and a background in sales, marketing, and … [More]
Former Phoenix City Manager to Lead MAG
Ed Zuercher, who served the city of Phoenix for 28 years, including eight years as city manager, has been selected to lead the Maricopa Association of Governments after a unanimous vote by the MAG Regional Council this afternoon. Zuercher has entered into a two-year contract as the incoming executive director, following the retirement of Executive Director Eric Anderson … [More]
Local Tech Co. Appoints President of Dutch Bros Coffee to Board of Directors
Qwick, the technology-enabled leader in staffing for hospitality businesses and freelancers, announces the appointment of Christine Barone to the company's Board of Directors. Barone has more than a decade of experience in the foodservice industry and was recently appointed as President of Dutch Bros Coffee. She was previously CEO of True Food Kitchen, the high-growth … [More]
Mat Ishbia Assumes Controlling Ownership in the Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury
Following NBA Board of Governors approval, Mat Ishbia has completed the acquisition of the controlling ownership interest in the Phoenix Suns (NBA) and Phoenix Mercury (WNBA) franchises, the operating entity for Footprint Center and affiliated entities. With the transaction, Mat becomes Governor of the Suns and Mercury while Justin Ishbia, CEO and Founder of Shore Capital … [More]
Arizona-Based Aviation Part Supplier Promotes Executive to President
AvAir is pleased to announce that Brandon Wesson has been promoted to President. Wesson joined AvAir in 2010 as Director of Sales. As a result of his leadership, he was promoted to vice president of sales in 2016. Shortly after that, Wesson became executive vice president of sales, where he oversaw a team of over 70 people who support the company's asset management … [More]
Valley Nonprofit Announces New CEO
Kentay Garvin, Esq., is the new CEO of United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Central Arizona. Garvin brings a fresh perspective to the nonprofit organization thanks to more than 20 years of government affairs, business and health care expertise. “I am both honored and humbled to be part of the leadership team responsible for helping United Cerebral Palsy of Central Arizona advance … [More]
California-Based Homebuilder Names New Division President in Arizona
Landsea Homes Corporation, a publicly traded residential homebuilder, announced that Heather Cammiso has been named the new President for the Arizona Division of the company. "Heather's nearly three-decade homebuilding career in Arizona has included overseeing all areas of a division, which will serve our team very well as we continue to provide best-in-class … [More]
Phoenix Symphony Appoints New President & CEO
The Phoenix Symphony Board of Directors has selected orchestra veteran Peter Kjome, who recently led one of the country’s top orchestras, after a national search to serve as the organization’s new President and CEO. Kjome succeeds Suzanne Wilson, who led The Phoenix Symphony from 2020-2022. She stepped down from her position to relocate to London, England for a unique … [More]
University of Phoenix Leader Named Arizona Hispanic Chamber Board Chair
John Ramirez, MBA, MS/AJS-GHS, USA CSM (ret) and dean of operations for the University of Phoenix College of Doctoral Studies, has been appointed to serve as Chairperson of the Board for the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce (AZHCC). Ramirez’s appointment term on the Board is for two years, 2023 to 2025. He previously served as the Vice Chair for Internal Activities and been … [More]
Enterprising Women Names Scottsdale CEO to Its Advisory Board
Monica Smiley, CEO and publisher of Enterprising Women magazine, has appointed Chanie Gluck, CEO of 4D Global, to the Enterprising Women Advisory Board. “Chanie Gluck is a force of nature in her thriving business. With courage, tenacity and commitment, her journey and accomplishments inspire women and young people in what they can achieve. We are proud that she was honored … [More]
Casino Hires Entertainment Powerhouse to Bring A-List Fun to Arizona
Gila River Resorts & Casinos (GRRC) is thrilled to announce the new hire of Anastasia “A.P.” Palmer Johnson as corporate director of entertainment. The veteran sports and entertainment executive was hired to develop a robust calendar of concerts and events for the rapidly expanding gaming enterprise. Johnson will oversee the portfolio of venues at all three locations … [More]
Phoenix-Based Advertising Agency Names New President
Colling Media, a Phoenix-based Advertising Agency has announced Doug Campbell, 41, has been named President effective immediately. Campbell joined the company after collaborating with the agency on various clients and campaigns for over a decade. Campbell joined the company in 2019 as Director of Digital Services, overseeing the growth and development of … [More]
Law Firm Selects New Phoenix Office Managing Partner
The national law firm of Quarles & Brady LLP announced today that Jason Wood has been named managing partner of the Phoenix office, effective November 1, 2022. Wood is a partner in the Real Estate Practice Group and most recently served as its Arizona chair for five years until passing responsibilities to partner Eric Wanner this summer. As chair, Wood nearly doubled the … [More]
