Our work at New Pathways has taught me the importance of being authentic, of being vulnerable, of being intentional — and I strive to model those values. Why is honoring achievement important? How does it impact our business community? Phoenix is a center of innovation and entrepreneurship. It is a place where people can find their niche — or create their place. By honoring … [More]
Sintra Hoffman
President and CEO, WESTMARC
Find your passion, and hard work is effortless. Surround yourself with others who also want to make an impact, and the ripple effect is immense! Why is honoring achievement important? How does it impact our business community? Recognizing and highlighting achievements builds a brand of success and accomplishments for the region and state. Celebrating economic development … [More]
Noreen Bishop Hill
Managing Director, JP Morgan Private Bank
Others believe I’m an inspirational leader for my abilities to motivate, uplift and empower those around me with integrity, enthusiasm and respect. Why is honoring achievement important? How does it impact our business community? It’s important to honor achievements and recognize those who have blazed new paths, broken down barriers and achieved success as a role model to … [More]
Katherine Dei Cas
Executive Vice President, EMD Electronics
Leadership is a skill rooted in authenticity, transparency and a genuine commitment to an environment where both people and ideas can thrive. Why is honoring achievement important? How does it impact our business community? Recognizing and celebrating achievements creates a powerful ripple effect that resonates through individuals, organizations and entire communities. By … [More]
Latasha Causey
President, Phoenix Raceway
Others would say I am an approachable servant leader with high expectations who works collaboratively to bring out the best skills in everyone. Why is honoring achievement important? How does it impact our business community? Great leaders realize that honoring achievement is a reflection of the collective strength of their teams. No achievement is accomplished in a … [More]
Ambassador Barbara Barrett
25th Secretary of the U.S. Air Force
Leaders inspire others to explore, inquire and discover — always with a bias toward action. Why is honoring achievement important? How does it impact our business community? Excellence is a magnet. Honoring achievement highlights the expertise that is foundational to Arizona’s thriving business community. Recognition programs often benchmark performance that inspires … [More]
Ryan Abbott
Executive VP, Southeast Region, Clayco
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 live for those moments when someone accomplishes something that they never thought possible. In our line of work, creating something that has never existed before requires individuals who are unbelievably adaptive, hard-working and … [More]
Susan Anable
Phoenix Market VP, Cox 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? I have a reputation of being a leader who encourages my team to try new things and to celebrate the wins and learn from the failures. Failures and mistakes are part of business and of life, and how people respond to failures or mistakes is a … [More]
Josh Bartelstein
CEO, 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? I lead with a people-first mentality; our team members are what define our organization. I believe communication and collaboration are essential in order to be successful. We have to come together to accomplish our goals and to become the … [More]
Latasha Causey
President, Phoenix Raceway
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 am all about relationships; I always take the time to get to know my team. As a leader, it is important to know you can’t lead everyone the same way. I must know what motivates each individual and lead them in a way that will help them … [More]
William M. Fischbach
Shareholder, Tiffany & Bosco
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 shaped by my eight years as an active-duty U.S. Army officer. In Iraq and Afghanistan, I witnessed great leadership and, at times, poor leadership. I’ve distilled my leadership philosophies into Five Pillars of … [More]
John Graham
Chairman & CEO, Sunbelt Holdings
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 consider myself a servant leader. I try to put the community at the center of all my leadership decisions while also doing well for our company. I also lead by example and expect no more from our employees than what I am willing to do … [More]
Molly Greene
Senior Director, Salt River Project
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 love my work and am inspired by my team. In looking at how to characterize my leadership style, I think it reflects traits of a strategic leader. Our department’s mission is devoted to equipping internal and external leaders with … [More]
Xavier Gutierrez
President, CEO & Alternate Governor, Arizona Coyotes
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’ve learned a great deal throughout the course of my career from many talented mentors and “door openers” who invited (challenged) me to be in places I knew nothing about, but ending up exactly where I should be. Although I’ve absorbed … [More]
Peter Kjome
President & CEO, The Phoenix Symphony
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? It is my goal to be a collaborative leader who engages key stakeholders to achieve artistic and economic success. Many people — including current and past board members, musicians, staff, patrons and other community leaders — have expressed … [More]
Paul Komadina
Managing Director, CBRE
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 fundamental belief is that people do business with people they know and trust. This is especially important when people choose who they trust to lead them. I pride myself on being an open, honest and vulnerable leader who leads with care … [More]
Eric Miller
Co-Owner and Principal, PADT, Inc.
Q: What most notably stands out about your leadership style or what is an example of leadership success you can share with our readers? Over time, I’ve adopted a consultative leadership style where I gather input from any team I’m leading and then make decisions based on that input and my knowledge and experience. This was especially helpful for our company when we … [More]
Tammy McLeod
President & CEO, Flinn Foundation
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 fundamental belief is that the individuals doing the work know best what they need and how to do it. I am here to support them. I don’t want to change who people are but, rather, I want to work with them and their individuality to create … [More]
