Author & Edit Hospitality, the hospitality company founded by hotelier and restaurateur Sam Fox, has appointed hospitality veteran Geoff Gray (Pictured Left) president as the company enters a new phase of national growth. The appointment follows sustained success at Author & Edit’s flagship properties, The Global Ambassador in Phoenix and The Twelve Thirty Club in … [More]
Valley Asian Dining Giant Names New CMO to Guide Brand Evolution
P.F. Chang's, announced the appointment of Holly Smith as Chief Marketing Officer. In this strategic role, Smith will guide the evolution of P.F. Chang's brand, driving deeper connections with guests, inspiring creativity across campaigns, and strengthening the company's market presence. She will report directly to P.F. Chang's Chief Executive Officer and President, Jim … [More]
Commercial Real Estate Firm Promotes Managing Director to President
LevRose Commercial Real Estate announced the promotion of Mike Baumgardner from Managing Director to President. This well-deserved advancement recognizes his exceptional leadership and meaningful contributions to the firm. During his time at LevRose, Baumgardner has played a key role in driving growth, elevating client service, and strengthening company culture. With 20 … [More]
Veteran Public Servant Appointed to Lead State Infrastructure Financing Authority
The Greater Arizona Development Authority introduced their new new Director Jessi Pederson, who is filling the role vacated by former GADA Director Mary Foote, who was recently named Director of the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity. Pederson has spent more than 20 years in public service, with much of her time serving the City of Glendale Arizona and working with the … [More]
New City Manager to Drive Growth in Peoria
The Peoria City Council approved the appointment of Mike Faust to serve as the city’s next City Manager, effective March 1, at their Regular Meeting. Faust will replace current City Manager Henry Darwin, who is stepping down to fulfill a one-year transitional role as Executive Consultant to the City Manager. Darwin’s one-year contract was also approved by Council last … [More]
Real Estate Veteran to Lead Valley Development Association
VanTrust Real Estate, LLC announced that Derek Flottum, Senior Director of Development for VanTrust’s Phoenix office, has been selected as the 2026 Chairman of NAIOP Arizona, one of the nation’s largest and most influential commercial real estate chapters. His appointment marks a significant milestone not only in his longstanding involvement with the organization, but also for … [More]
Urban Economic Development Nonprofit Appoints New Executive Director
The Downtown Mesa Association, which champions a vibrant, creative, and economically thriving downtown area, is announcing its new Executive Director, James (Jimmy) Cerracchio. Cerracchio, who previously served as the project manager for the City of Mesa’s Office of Urban Transformation, will lead the organization in bolstering the economic growth and business development of … [More]
Real Estate Platform Names Strategy Chief to Lead Cash-Offer Marketplace
Offerpad Solutions Inc., a real estate solutions platform, announced that Rich Ford has joined the company as Chief Strategy Officer & President of Cash Offer Marketplace, where he will help guide Offerpad’s long-term strategy and lead the continued evolution of its marketplace-driven transaction ecosystem. Offerpad’s Cash Offer Marketplace is a strategic extension of … [More]
ESOP Transition Brings New Leadership to Scottsdale Builder
In October, Scottsdale-based home builder Camelot Homes announced it would be transitioning from a family-owned company to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), a qualified retirement plan that allows employees to gain ownership in their company through a trust that holds the company's stock. Effective this January, Mark Hancock and Julie Hancock have transitioned from their … [More]
Fitness Operator Names New Chief Growth Officer to Lead National Expansion
VASA Fitness, one of the nation's high-value, low-price fitness club operators, announced the appointment of Chris Tarrant as Chief Growth Officer. A longtime VASA board member, Tarrant brings more than 30 years of experience leading market planning, real estate, design, construction, and development initiatives for some of the world's most respected consumer brands. His … [More]
National Bank Appoints Veteran Cybersecurity Leader as CISO
Western Alliance Bank announced that it has appointed Stephen McMaster as Chief Information Security Officer. McMaster is a seasoned financial services technology and security executive with more than 25 years of experience leading cybersecurity, risk management and technology control functions at large, complex financial institutions. He will be based in Phoenix. McMaster … [More]
Honeywell Appoints Executive Team for Aerospace Spin-Off
Honeywell announced key leadership roles for Honeywell Aerospace, which will become an independent, publicly traded company following its planned spin-off in the second half of 2026. The company will be headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, and trade on the Nasdaq under the ticker symbol "HONA." Josh Jepsen will join Honeywell Aerospace as Chief Financial Officer, effective … [More]
Valley Retailer Names New CEO to Guide Multi-State Expansion
Eco-Chic Consignments, LLC, parent company to My Sister's Closet, My Sister's Attic, and Well Suited retail brands, announced the appointment of Heather Zorge as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Zorge steps into the role as Eco-Chic continues to build on the foundation established by founder Ann Siner. The company most recently entered Southern California with … [More]
CEO-Elect Announced for Arizona’s Largest Lab Network
Sonora Quest Laboratories, together with its parent company Laboratory Sciences of Arizona, announced the appointment of Jennifer Erickson as Chief Executive Officer-Elect. Erickson will take over from David Dexter, who is retiring this March after more than 26 years of leadership. Dexter joined Sonora Quest and LSA as president and CEO in 1999, where under his leadership, the … [More]
Mortgage Brokerage Taps Industry Veteran to Lead National Sales Strategy
NEXA Lending, the nation's largest mortgage brokerage, announced the appointment of Todd Bitter as National Director of Sales, reinforcing a broader commitment not only to company growth, but to the long-term advancement of the mortgage industry as a whole. With more than 30 years of experience spanning top-producing loan officer performance, executive leadership, and … [More]
Industrial Builder Kicks Off New Year with Strategic Executive Promotions
Nox Group, a hyper-scale industrial builder, announced a round of executive promotions and organizational realignments across its Phoenix headquarters and Southwest operations to support rising demand nationwide for mission-critical industrial facilities, including data centers, semiconductor plants, and water and wastewater infrastructure. One of the fastest-growing … [More]
Credit Union Concludes Leadership Search, Places Permanent CEO
OneAZ Credit Union announced that Mike Boden has been named President & CEO. Boden, who previously served as Chief Financial Officer and most recently as interim CEO, brings more than 25 years of leadership experience and a strong commitment to values-based service. "Mike is the right leader to serve OneAZ in the next chapter,” said Georganna Meyer, Chair of the OneAZ … [More]
Entrepreneur and Former Legislator Steps In as CEO of Statewide Business Group
The Arizona Small Business Association announced the appointment of Steven Kaiser as its new Chief Executive Officer. Kaiser brings a unique blend of military leadership, entrepreneurial experience, public policy expertise, and a lifelong commitment to advancing prosperity across Arizona. Born in Illinois and raised in North Phoenix after moving to Arizona at the age of … [More]
