Pictured (left to right): Mayor Corey Woods and Robin Arredondo-Savage President/CEO The Tempe Chamber of Commerce recently hosted the 26th Annual State of the City Breakfast with Tempe Mayor Corey Woods in marking more than a quarter-century of collaboration between the Chamber and the city. This highly anticipated, sold-out event took place at the Omni Tempe Hotel at ASU, … [More]
Tempe Chamber Hops into the Craft Ale Ring with Local Tempe Brewery for Charity
Raise a glass for a great cause
Pictured: Toast at Tempe Chamber Beer for Career Ready Tempe On Tuesday, February 4th, local Tempe brewery Catalyst Crafted Ales began the brewing process for the Tempe Chamber of Commerce charity beer. Tempe Chamber President/CEO Robin Arredondo-Savage explains, “We’re thrilled to partner with Catalyst Crafted Ales to bring this special brew to our community in support of the … [More]
Tempe Chamber of Commerce Names Robin Arredondo-Savage President/CEO
Pictured: Robin Arredondo-Savage President/CEO The Tempe Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors announced Robin Arredondo-Savage as the organization’s President/CEO in December of 2024. She had previously been serving in an interim capacity since July. Arredondo-Savage offers extensive experience, a deep understanding of the Tempe community and a proven leadership track … [More]
Looking forward to Career Ready Tempe 2025 Summer Internships
Career Ready Tempe (CRT) is a workforce program by the Tempe Chamber Foundation in collaboration with the City of Tempe Economic Development Department that connects low-income high school juniors and seniors with paid internships, bridging the skills gap and preparing them for in-demand careers. CRT provides students with hands-on experience, career pathway exploration and … [More]
2025 Economic Outlook
Pictured (left to right): Economic Outlook: Jim Rounds, Tim Bourcet, Robin Arredondo-Savage, Mike DiDomenico, Sandra Watson, Rosa Inchausti, Arlene Chin, Tom Binge Recently, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce presented a thought-provoking economic forecast packed with information and data business owners can use to navigate the coming year. The event presented expert insights into … [More]
11 Arizona Healthcare Innovators: The Leaders and Their Companies Making Healthcare Great in Arizona
It is so important to honor leaders in healthcare who are truly making a difference in Arizona for Arizonans. These individuals must be working to improve healthcare for Arizonans through innovation and forward-thinking efforts that will not only improve our health but may change healthcare overall. We have selected the individuals and companies featured on the following pages … [More]
Dr. Roderick Tung
Chief of Cardiology, Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? For the fifth largest city in the country, Phoenix has never had the traditional academic medical center landscape as NYC, Chicago and LA. Banner – University Medicine was designed through the integration with UA College of … [More]
Kevin Tulipana, D.O.
President & CEO, City of Hope Cancer Center Phoenix
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? City of Hope is transforming cancer care in Arizona by expanding access to world-class treatment, research and expertise. Our mission is to make hope a reality for all those affected by cancer, and our innovative approach … [More]
Dr. Karen Hoffman Tepper
President & CEO, Terros Health
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? Terros Health has a passion for helping people and we save lives every day. Our inspired whole health model of care starts by ensuring access to care for anyone who needs it. We also create a deep connection and sense of … [More]
Robert L. Meyer
President & CEO, Phoenix Children’s
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? As the only pediatric health system in Arizona, Phoenix Children’s is dedicated to consistently improving the care we provide and developing programs that positively impact the physical, social and emotional health of our … [More]
Stephen Macias
President & CEO, Optum
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? Optum empowers us to determine locally the care we provide and where care is most needed. I’m an Arizona native. I fondly remember cruising Metro Parkway as a teen. Over time, Metro Center became an area underserved by … [More]
Jessyca Leach
Chief Executive Officer, Prisma Community Care
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? Prisma Community Care is dedicated to ensuring that every Arizonan has access to affirming, high-quality healthcare that respects their unique needs and lived experiences. We are pioneers in delivering integrated, … [More]
Todd LaPorte
Chief Executive Officer, HonorHealth
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? HonorHealth is committed to advancing healthcare by delivering high-quality outcomes and expanding access through patient-centered, innovative solutions. One of our most notable achievements is the HonorHealth Research … [More]
Pam Kehaly
President & CEO, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? Arizonans deserve a health system that delivers more health for less money. That’s why AZ Blue is moving into care delivery with nine Prosano Health Advanced Primary Care Center locations. The 2024 results speak for … [More]
Michael D. Jones
President & CEO, Delta Dental of Arizona
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? At Delta Dental of Arizona, innovation isn’t just about new products, it’s about driving meaningful change that improves the health and well-being of Arizonans. For more than 50 years, we’ve been the trusted leader in dental … [More]
Richard J. Gray, M.D.
CEO of Mayo Clinic in AZ and VP of Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? Mayo Clinic is proud to be recognized as a leader in medical innovation, patient-centered care and cutting-edge research, continuously redefining healthcare excellence in the region. Patients come to us seeking our Mayo … [More]
Dr. Sherine Gabriel
Executive Vice President, Arizona State University – ASU Health
Q: What most notably stands out about your organization as an innovation, opportunity or service that improves or better delivers healthcare to Arizonans? What stands out is not “an innovation” but innovation itself. When Michael Crow became the 16th president of ASU on July 1, 2002, he set out to create the New American University, a new model for public universities that is … [More]
April 2025 Guest Editor: Ann-Marie Alameddin, Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association
Leading Healthcare Innovation in healthcare is a constant. And what we see in Arizona is some of the most cutting-edge advances on both the patient and administrative sides — making Arizonans healthier and the workplace a better place. Innovation in healthcare is transforming the lives of Arizonans. This edition highlights some of the top innovators shaping the future of … [More]
