Chronicle Heritage announced the appointment of Mel Gordon as Chief Executive Officer. Gordon has previously served as the company's Chief Operating Officer and Chief Information Officer, as well as President and COO of Codifi, Chronicle's incubated SaaS venture. Gordon's appointment reflects a natural progression for a leader who has worked across the organization, from … [More]
Startup Kitchenware Brand Enters Next Phase, Names CEO
Kitchen Switchen, the online and resale kitchenware marketplace built on family, sustainability, and a love for home cooking, is thrilled to announce an exciting new chapter in its journey. Co-founders Amy Powers-Valentine and Emma Valentine will be stepping back from their leadership roles to pursue new opportunities, officially passing the founder's torch to Brittney … [More]
Copper State Credit Union Names New Chief Financial Officer
Copper State Credit Union announced the appointment of Joel A. Gallon, CPA, as its new chief financial officer. With over 25 years of experience in financial services and a deep commitment to community-focused banking, Gallon brings a wealth of expertise and a people-first philosophy to the role. “Joel brings a rare combination of financial expertise and a deep understanding … [More]
Western Alliance Taps J.P.Morgan Exec as Incoming CFO
Western Alliance Bancorporation announced a planned transition in the Chief Financial Officer position, with Vishal Idnani joining the Company to assume the role of CFO and Dale Gibbons transitioning to a new leadership position focused on the Company’s organic deposit strategy. Idnani will become Chief Financial Officer effective January 2, 2026, reporting to Western Alliance … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Tech Group Appoints CFO Amid Expansion Push
Transact + CBORD, the award-winning innovator in higher education, K-12, senior living and healthcare technology, announced the appointment of Rob DeCarlo as Chief Financial Officer. DeCarlo joins the executive team to drive long-term strategic and operational growth by overseeing all financial operations. A returning executive, DeCarlo brings deep familiarity with the … [More]
Chandler Specialty Materials Co. Names Interim CEO
The Board of Directors of Rogers Corporation announced that Colin Gouveia has left his position as President and CEO and has resigned from the Board on July 12, 2025. Ali El-Haj has been named the company’s interim President and CEO. Mr. El-Haj brings global leadership experience in key Rogers markets and is well-positioned to advance the company’s strategic direction during … [More]
New Police Chief Tapped to Guide Phoenix through Public Safety Evolution
Following a comprehensive national search, City Manager Jeff Barton named Matt Giordano as the next Chief of Police for the City of Phoenix. Giordano, who currently serves as Executive Director of the Arizona Peace Officer Standards and Training Board and is a former Phoenix Police Officer, brings more than three decades of distinguished law enforcement experience to the … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Announces New President and CEO
Phoenix Children’s, one of the nation’s fastest-growing pediatric healthcare systems, announced the appointment of John R. Nickens IV as its next President & Chief Executive Officer, following the planned retirement of long-serving President & CEO Robert L. Meyer. Nickens will assume leadership of the organization no later than Oct. 1, 2025, bringing with him a … [More]
Arizona-Based Expert Has Stepped Into Key Leadership Role at NAPIA
As insurance claims continue to dominate national headlines, one Arizona-based expert has stepped into a key leadership role. Justin R. Skipton, AIC, SPPA, was officially elected President of the National Association of Public Insurance Adjusters (NAPIA), during the association's 75th Annual Meeting held at the Westin Kierland Resort & Spa. The milestone conference … [More]
TSMC Arizona Sees Leadership Transition amid U.S. Expansion
Taiwan Semiconductor Manufacturing Company, the world's largest contract chipmaker, announced a significant leadership change at its key U.S. subsidiary, TSMC Arizona Corporation. This development comes as the company continues to advance its ambitious manufacturing presence in the United States. Effective July 1, 2025, Rick Cassidy stepped down from his roles as a Director … [More]
Microchip Names Longtime Leader as Permanent CEO
Microchip Technology Incorporated, a leading provider of smart, connected, and secure embedded control solutions, announced that Steve Sanghi has agreed to continue to serve as the company’s Chief Executive Officer and President on a permanent basis. Mr. Sanghi had been serving in such roles on an interim basis since November 2024. Mr. Sanghi will also continue to serve as … [More]
Chris Camacho’s Next Chapter: From Regional Transformation to Global Innovation at Axon
For nearly two decades, Chris Camacho has been a driving force behind Arizona’s economic renaissance. Rising from business development roles in Yuma to helming GPEC as President & CEO since 2015, he has built a reputation for visionary leadership and formidable achievement. Now, he embarks on a new journey—joining Axon in a senior executive capacity, bringing his deep … [More]
SmartRent Names Names New CEO
SmartRent Inc., the leading provider of smart communities solutions and smart operations solutions for the rental housing industry, announced the appointment of Frank Martell as President and Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Martell has been a member of SmartRent’s Board of Directors and served on the Board’s Audit and Nominating and Corporate Governance … [More]
Community Bank Names Regional President for Arizona and New Mexico
Sunflower Bank is pleased to announce that Josh Wilson has joined the bank as Regional President for Arizona and New Mexico. In this role, Wilson has oversight of local leadership to support management and growth of these regions. Sunflower Bank is an $8.2 billion bank with a model of delivering relationship-driven financial services with local decision-making to communities … [More]
Delta Dental Creates Leadership Role to Shape Organization’s Technology Vision
Delta Dental of Arizona is pleased to announce that Shahzad Shah has joined the health and wellness company as its senior vice president of information technology. This newly created executive leadership role will shape and implement the organization's technology vision, lead the IT department, and drive innovation that supports the company's mission, vision, and long-term … [More]
Phoenix-Based Premium Chauffeured and Transportation Services Co. Names New CEO
Carey International, a renowned global provider of premium chauffeured services and ground transportation solutions and a portfolio company of The Najafi Companies, announced the appointment of Alexander Mirza as Chief Executive Officer. As CEO, Mirza will be responsible for strategic, operational and financial leadership of the company. Mirza will take over from Mitchell … [More]
Cable Communications Co. Announces CEO Succession Plan
Cable One, Inc. announced that Julia M. Laulis, Chair of the Company’s Board of Directors, President, and Chief Executive Officer, will retire after a distinguished 26-year career with the Company and over 40 years in the cable and broadband industry. She will continue in her current roles until the earlier of December 31, 2025, or the appointment of her successor. Following … [More]
Amplify Hires Industry Veteran as First Chief Operations Officer
Amplify Platform, a unified all-in-one wealth management platform for financial services, announced today it has hired Mark Fischer as the company’s first chief operations officer (COO). Fischer joins Amplify’s expanding C-suite roster as the firm continues its recent trajectory of record growth. A financial services veteran with three decades of relevant experience, Fischer … [More]
