Phoenix Children’s announced the promotion of Mike Meekins, PharmD, FACHE, to Senior Vice President of Operations, recognizing his exceptional leadership, operational expertise and commitment to advancing safe, high-quality care. In his new role, Meekins will direct and coordinate systemwide, non-nursing operations; provide strategic leadership for key clinical and support … [More]
Arizona–Japan Agreement Sets Stage for Expanded Semiconductor Collaboration
Amid increased international investment and to further strengthen economic and trade ties between Arizona and Japan, the Arizona Commerce Authority, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, and Arizona State University signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Japan External Trade Organization, during a signing ceremony on March 4, 2026 in Phoenix, Arizona. In addition to the … [More]
Banking and Wealth Firm Names Scottsdale Market President
First Western Trust, a subsidiary of First Western Financial, Inc., announced the appointment of Jeff Miller as Scottsdale Market President. With more than 15 years of experience in commercial and private banking, Miller brings deep lending expertise, proven leadership, and strong ties to the Scottsdale community. Miller joins First Western Trust following a senior … [More]
Valley Healthcare Co. Names New CEO and Board Chairman
Equality Health, a category-leading value-based care enablement platform dedicated to improving health outcomes for underserved communities, announced the appointment of Ananya Banerjee as Chief Executive Officer. Ben Wanamaker, who served as Interim CEO during the leadership transition, has been named Chairman of the Board of Directors. The appointment comes at a pivotal … [More]
AI Concerns and Middle East Tensions Drive Market Uncertainty
2026 has already been a year replete with spicy news items, and February was no exception. Our update is longer than usual, as the events of the last month require a bit more exploration. The primary February headlines came from a newsletter regarding the future of artificial intelligence (AI) and then, on the final day of the month, the initiation of military strikes against … [More]
International Women’s Day: Meet the Woman Changing the Fertility Industry Across the Globe
They say, “Necessity is the mother of invention,” and that is very true for Diana Thomas, founder and CEO of The World Egg and Sperm Bank, headquartered in Scottsdale. TWESB is the nation’s oldest and only woman-owned sperm and egg bank. With International Women’s Day on March 8, and Women’s History Month observed throughout March, now is an important time to recognize the … [More]
