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]
International Design Firm Names New Principal in Phoenix Office, Region
Ware Malcomb, an award-winning international design firm, announced Lynne Orlowski has been promoted to Principal in the firm’s Phoenix office. In this role, Orlowski will continue to lead the overall growth and management of the Interior Architecture & Design studio in the region. Since joining Ware Malcomb in 2015 as a designer, Orlowski has continually grown in her … [More]
Community Action Nonprofit Names New CEO
Tempe Community Action Agency announced the appointment of its new CEO Phillip Scharf, who assumed leadership of the East Valley nonprofit on April 7. Scharf succeeds Deborah Arteaga, who is retiring after nine years of leadership. “TCAA is thrilled to work with Phillip and deepen TCAA’s commitment to addressing barriers to housing, food security and financial stability in … [More]
AZ Impact for Good Names Interim CEO
AZ Impact for Good’s Board of Directors has named Andrea Moreno Interim Chief Executive Officer. A dedicated public servant and passionate advocate for social impact, Moreno brings more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit leadership, philanthropy, and community engagement. Her career includes significant leadership roles at Salt River Project (SRP), where she led … [More]
Moon Valley Nurseries Names New COO
Moon Valley Nurseries, the nation's largest fully-integrated nursery, has appointed James Hanison as chief operations officer. Hanison now oversees operations of the company's 19 farms and 48 retail nursery locations across Arizona, California, Nevada, Tennessee, Texas, Georgia and Florida. Hanison will be based at Moon Valley Nurseries' Scottsdale, Arizona corporate … [More]
The School of Ballet Arizona Appoints New School Director
The School of Ballet Arizona, the official training school of Ballet Arizona, is excited to announce the appointment of its new school director, James Payne, who will assume the position beginning May 27. The School of Ballet Arizona offers comprehensive ballet education for students of all ages and skill levels, from beginner to pre-professional. The School's … [More]
Vantage Mobility Appoints New CEO
Phoenix-based Vantage Mobility, a leading manufacturer of wheelchair accessible vehicles, announced yesterday the appointment of Daryl Adams as Chief Executive Officer. Mr. Adams brings significant expertise leading specialty vehicle and automotive supply companies to Vantage Mobility and will guide the Company's growth and expansion. Mr. Adams is a respected … [More]
Data Tech Co. Names Phoenix-Based COO to Drive Aggressive Growth Strategy
Blackpearl Group Limited has appointed Christie Kerner as its Chief Operating Officer (COO) to support the company's strategic go-to-market (GTM) strategy and drive its next phase of growth in the US market. With over 30 years of experience scaling companies of all sizes, leading global teams and driving operational excellence, Kerner will play a pivotal role in strengthening … [More]
CopperPoint Names New President & Chief Operating Officer
CopperPoint Insurance Company, a leading provider of workers' compensation and commercial insurance solutions operating in 21 states, announced the addition of Kellen Booher to the company's executive team as President & Chief Operating Officer. Booher, who will start on March 31, joins from Chubb where he was most recently Executive Vice President and Head of Consumer … [More]
Rising Transportation and Logistics Co. Names New Board Chair
FreightVana, a growing force in the transportation and logistics industry, announces the appointment of Mike Riccio as Chairman of the Board. Riccio, a respected industry veteran with decades of experience in freight and supply chain management, will play a pivotal role in guiding FreightVana’s strategic growth and innovation. "Mike has been a trusted leader in the … [More]
Real Estate Co. Signs New Brokers to Phoenix Team
Edge Realty Partners announced that several brokers have joined the Edge Phoenix office. Senior Vice President David Jarand and Senior Associate Kevin Jarand made the move from Avison Young in Phoenix and Senior Associate Anthony Ruiz was previously at SVN Desert Commercial Advisors. David Jarand is a seasoned commercial real estate professional with over 30 years of … [More]
University of Phoenix Leader Appointed to Board of Directors for Black Chamber of Arizona
University of Phoenix is proud to share that Tondra Richardson, MBA, director, Office of Educational Equity, was appointed to the Board of Directors for the Black Chamber of Arizona. BCAZ supports small businesses and produces new economic buying power to build resilient pathways for financial growth across the state of Arizona. As a member of the BCAZ Board of Directors, … [More]
ACLU of Arizona Names New Executive Director
The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Arizona announced that it has appointed Victoria López as the organization’s next executive director. López currently serves as the ACLU of Arizona’s director of program and strategy, providing strategic guidance to the organization’s core programmatic work across legal, policy, communication, and organizing. Over the last 13 years, … [More]
