Benevilla, a leading nonprofit dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults, adults with disabilities, and caregivers, is pleased to announce the appointment of Kristen Wilson as its new Chief Operating Officer (COO). With more than 20 years of experience in nonprofit financial management, operations, and strategic planning, Wilson will play a key role in driving the … [More]
New CEO Named at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital
LaDessa Forrest has been appointed as chief executive officer of Encompass Health Valley of the Sun Rehabilitation Hospital. The 75-bed inpatient rehabilitation hospital is located at 13460 North 67th Ave. in Glendale, Arizona. The hospital holds The Joint Commission’s Disease-Specific Certification in Stroke, Brain Injury, Amputee and Cardiac Rehabilitation. “I look forward … [More]
Scottsdale-Based Smart Home Tech Co. CEO to Retire
Universal Electronics Inc., the global leader in wireless universal control solutions for home entertainment and smart home devices, announced that Paul Arling will retire as Chief Executive Officer on April 30, 2025. Arling will serve as a consultant until June 30, 2025 and will remain on the board through his term, which will end at the 2025 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. … [More]
CRE Development Co. Adds Industry Veteran to Lead New Hospitality Division
Plaza Companies is expanding its presence in the hospitality industry with the formation of a new arm of the business to pursue hotel and lodging projects. The new division will build off Plaza’s success with mixed-use, office, bioscience, medical, and senior living properties, and comes fresh off the launch of the new Home2 Suites/Tru by Hilton hotels at the company’s Park … [More]
Who Is Intel’s New CEO?
Intel Corporation recently announced that its board of directors has appointed Lip-Bu Tan, an accomplished technology leader with deep semiconductor industry experience, as chief executive officer, effective March 18. He succeeds Interim Co-CEOs David Zinsner and Michelle (MJ) Johnston Holthaus. Tan will also rejoin the Intel board of directors after stepping down from the … [More]
City of Phoenix Announces New Deputy City Manager
Phoenix City Manager Jeff Barton announced the selection of David Mathews as Deputy City Manager effective March 31, 2025. David currently serves as the City’s Human Resources Director. This appointment follows last month’s promotion of Inger Erickson to Assistant City Manager and completes the City’s executive leadership team. “As … [More]
New York CRE Finance Firm Sales Team Establishes Presence in Phoenix
Walker & Dunlop, Inc. announced that it has grown its Investment Sales team with the addition of managing director, Christopher Westcott, based in Phoenix, Arizona. Westcott’s strategic onboarding is part of the company’s coordinated expansion effort in the mountain and Western U.S., spanning Denver, Southern California, and now Phoenix. Westcott will focus on the … [More]
Rising Transportation and Logistics Co. Names New Board Chair
FreightVana, a growing force in the transportation and logistics industry, announces the appointment of Mike Riccio as Chairman of the Board. Riccio, a respected industry veteran with decades of experience in freight and supply chain management, will play a pivotal role in guiding FreightVana’s strategic growth and innovation. "Mike has been a trusted leader in the … [More]
Phoenix-Based Asset Management Co. Expands Institutional Fundraising Efforts with Latest Appointment
Trinity Capital Inc., a leading international alternative asset manager, announced the appointment of Zach Taffet as Director of Capital Formation & Investor Relations. Mr. Taffet will help drive the strategic direction for the Company's private fund strategies and management of institutional capital through its RIA platform. Mr. Taffet brings nearly a decade of … [More]
Bank of America Names New Market Executive
Mary Noor is stepping into the role of Phoenix Market Executive for Bank of America. Scott Vanderpool, Bank of America Market President, had filled this role for several years, in addition to serving as market president, and more recently stepping back into Business Banking and taking on the role of Market Executive for that line of business last year. In this highly visible … [More]
