Arizona Water Company has selected three individuals to join the company’s executive team who will continue building on the company’s successful nearly 70-year history of reliably providing water to what has grown to 300,000 customers across Arizona. “As the second largest private supplier of water in Arizona, it’s critical that we have an executive team in place that can … [More]
Valley Law Firm Continues Growth with Addition of Respected Criminal Defense Practice
Gallagher & Kennedy is thrilled to announce the return of two esteemed lawyers, Janey Henze Cook and Tom Henze. Their extensive experience handling white collar and non-white collar criminal cases will significantly enhance our firm’s capabilities. Janey and Tom’s return to Gallagher & Kennedy marks a homecoming after managing their own firm for the past nine … [More]
Real Estate Industry Veteran to Lead Teravalis, New Howard Hughes Community in Phoenix West Valley
Howard Hughes Holdings Inc. announced that long-time Arizona real estate leader Charley Freericks has been appointed President of the Phoenix Region. Mr. Freericks will lead residential and commercial development, leasing, and operations of Teravalis, the new 37,000-acre Howard Hughes community in the Phoenix West Valley. Floreo, the first residential village of Teravalis set … [More]
Suresh Garimella, Ph.D., to be 23rd University of Arizona President
The Arizona Board of Regents proudly appointed Dr. Suresh Garimella as the 23rd president of the University of Arizona. The unanimous board vote follows a comprehensive national search fueled by the work of the U of A Presidential Search Advisory Committee and informed by robust community feedback. Dr. Garimella is currently the 27th president of the University of Vermont … [More]
State Farm Stadium Promotes New General Manager
ASM Global — the world’s No.1 development and full-service venue company — has promoted 19-year State Farm Stadium veteran Melissa Wasson to general manager of the storied Glendale, Arizona, facility. Wasson has served the past 13 years as the assistant GM at State Farm Stadium where she led the ASM Global stadium management team in overseeing the day-to-day and event … [More]
Two Leadership Appointments Support Commercial Strategy and Growth Objectives for Utility Infrastructure Services Co.
Centuri Holdings, Inc., a leading, pure-play North American utility infrastructure services company, highlights recent appointments for two long-time Centuri employees to newly-formed strategic roles. Dylan Hradek now serves as President, US Gas and Jim Connell assumed the role of Executive Vice President, Chief Commercial & Strategy Officer. The appointments and … [More]
Tempe Chamber Appoints Interim Chief Executive Officer
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Robin Arredondo-Savage as the Interim Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Arredondo-Savage, a respected community leader with a long history of service in Tempe, will lead the Chamber during this transitional period. Arredondo-Savage brings a wealth of experience to the role, having served on the Tempe City … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Retirement Tech Co. Names New CEO
ARS, a prominent lifetime income design and technology company, has appointed Dave Paulsen as its Chief Executive Officer. With over 30 years of extensive experience in retirement plans, asset management, and insurance solutions, Paulsen is poised to drive innovation and growth at ARS. In the last 12 months, ARS has seen impressive adoption of its products, including … [More]
Construction Co. Names President of Southwest Office
Big-D Construction is pleased to announce that Carl McFarland has been promoted to President of the construction company’s Southwest office. “Since joining our Big-D Family of Companies in Spring 2022, Carl has brought a meticulous level of insight and leadership to our Southwest office,” said Troy Thompson, COO of Big-D Companies. “Through careful evaluation of the office’s … [More]
Scottsdale Law Group Expands Firm’s Litigation and Equine Practices
Rose Law Group, Arizona’s largest woman-founded lawfirm announce the addition of Paige Kemper as an Associate Attorney in the firm's litigation and equine practices. Kemper brings a wealth of experience and passionate commitment to advocating for clients across various civil litigation arenas. Kemper joins Rose Law Group with a proven track record in State and Federal … [More]
International Design Firm Announces Promotions, New Principal Named
Ware Malcomb, an international design firm, announced that Douglas Gullo has been promoted to Principal; Henry Chan has been promoted to Studio Manager, Architecture; and Minh Nghiem, PE, has joined as Civil Engineering Manager in the firm’s Phoenix office. In his new role as Principal, Douglas Gullo leads the growth and management of the Phoenix office. With more than … [More]
Credit Union Prioritizes People and Culture with New Hire
OneAZ Credit Union is thrilled to announce that Chris Flores is joining Team OneAZ as the new EVP Chief People and Culture Officer. This marks an exciting new chapter in OneAZ’s journey to build a purpose-driven culture that revolves around its collective values and aspirations. “Chris Flores is a champion for elevating company culture around a collective purpose and shared … [More]
Arizona Athletic Grounds Names New President, Prioritizing Women’s Athletics
Arizona Athletic Grounds (AAG), America's premier youth sports and entertainment facility, announces transformational sports executive Meg Stevens as President. Ms. Stevens arrives at AAG after eleven years at Averett University (AU) where, as Vice President, she was Director of Athletics and Campus Operations. Ms. Stevens led AU to unprecedented athletic and academic success, … [More]
Consumer-Focused Executive to Lead Banner Marketing
Don Stanziano, MHA, is joining Banner Health as senior vice president for marketing, brand and public relations. His responsibilities include shaping and elevating Banner’s brand, enhancing its digital engagement with consumers and guiding external communications. “Don will be a tremendous addition to Banner,” said Scott Nordlund, EVP, chief strategy and growth officer for … [More]
CopperPoint CEO Named Board Chair, Serving in Combined Roles
CopperPoint Insurance Companies, a western-based super regional commercial insurance company and leading provider of workers' compensation and commercial insurance solutions, announced that CEO Marc Schmittlein will succeed Ken Kirk as Chair of the Board of Directors for the company, serving as the combined President and CEO/Executive Chair. The Board has also elected … [More]
Chandler Mayor Named Maricopa Association of Governments Chair
Transportation, Air Quality, Homelessness Are Priorities
Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke was elected as chair of the Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) Regional Council today during the agency’s annual meeting. As the agency’s new chair, Hartke said his highest priority is to ensure that MAG is ready to implement a suite of transportation projects if Maricopa County voters approve the extension of the dedicated half-cent sales tax … [More]
Centuri Announces Leadership Transition
Board Appoints Former Centuri Advisory Board Member Paul Caudill as Interim CEO
Centuri Holdings, Inc. announced Bill Fehrman will be stepping down as President and CEO to take the CEO role at American Electric Power, one of the nation’s largest publicly traded utility companies. He will continue in his role as President and CEO of Centuri until July 31, 2024. The Centuri Board has appointed Paul Caudill, former CEO of NV Energy, a Berkshire Hathaway … [More]
Televerde Names Long-Standing Leader as Its New CEO
Barsolo’s appointment continues the legacy of innovation and empowerment
Televerde, a global revenue creation partner supporting marketing, sales, and customer success for B2B businesses worldwide, announced Vince Barsolo's appointment as Chief Executive Officer following Chris McGugan's departure. This leadership transition is effective immediately. Barsolo, a seasoned executive with an unwavering commitment to Televerde's mission and business … [More]
