Chicanos Por La Causa, a leading Arizona-based nonprofit empowering communities in six U.S. states, proudly announces the appointment of Alicia Nuñez as its new President & CEO. Nuñez has more than 23 years of financial and operational management experience in both for-profit and non-profit business. She is now the organization's first female leader in its 55-year … [More]
PR and Marketing Agency Appoints Managing Director to Drive Digital Innovation, Strategy
Aker Ink PR & Marketing, a full-service agency helping companies increase brand awareness, enhance thought leadership and generate leads, has hired industry veteran and expert digital strategist Lauren Garstecki as managing director. In addition to overseeing account teams and developing creative, results-driven marketing programs, Garstecki will help to scale the firm’s … [More]
Nonprofit CEO Set to Depart after 20 Years of Service
After a long and successful career with Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Arizona (BBBSAZ), Laura Capello, president and chief executive officer, will depart after the end of the fiscal year, effective July 1, 2024. “Laura has been an invaluable leader, guiding our organization with dedication, vision and integrity for two decades,” said Brian Wood, BBBSAZ Board Chair. “Her … [More]
Dr. Ashish S. Patel Named Physician-in-Chief at Phoenix Children’s
Phoenix Children's today announced the appointment of Ashish S. Patel, MD, as physician-in-chief of the rapidly expanding health system. In his new role, Dr. Patel leads four of Phoenix Children's eight clinical centers including Emergency and Diagnostic Medicine, the Center for Cancer and Blood Disorders, the Aerodigestive Clinic and Medical Subspecialties. In addition, he … [More]
Adult Autism Leadership Institute Names Chief Impact Officer
Maureen Casey has been named Chief Impact Officer (CIO) for the First Place Global Leadership Institute, a newly created position supporting the organization’s mission to advance a new generation of housing and community development for adults with autism and/or intellectual/developmental disabilities (A/I/DD). For three years, Casey served as director of The Daniel Jordan … [More]
Law Firm Appoints Chair of Employment and Labor Law Department
Gallagher & Kennedy is pleased to announce that Haley A. Harrigan has been appointed chair of the firm’s employment and labor law department. Haley Harrigan represents and counsels individuals, small businesses, franchised operations, and large corporations in a variety of employment and business disputes. Her proven track record includes litigating and resolving matters … [More]
Banner Health’s Peter S. Fine to Retire, Names New President and CEO
Peter S. Fine, who led Banner Health through 24 years of unprecedented growth and a rise to national prominence, will retire on June 30 and be succeeded by Banner’s president, Amy Perry, who will become the president and chief executive officer, the health system’s Board of Directors announced today. Fine became president and chief executive officer of Banner in 2000, shortly … [More]
Two Leaders Promoted at Valley Agency and Its Parent Co.
The Harkey Group, a Phoenix-based holding company of consumer-centric, performance-focused, and creatively-inspired agencies, names key leadership promotions to fuel its commitment to innovation and growth. Meagan Jackman, a seasoned professional with more than 20 years in the PR and marketing industry, has been elevated to The Harkey Group’s president. She previously served … [More]
Top Tier Valley Restaurant Group Names New R&D Chef
Scottsdale-based Prime Steak Concepts announced the appointment of Chef Raul A. Del Pozo to serve as its new R&D Chef for Steak 44, Dominick’s Steakhouse and Ocean 44. The Valley’s trio of top tier restaurants are owned by James Beard Nominees Mike and Jeff Mastro, along with their father Dennis and partner Scott Troilo. In the new role, Chef Raul is now working … [More]
Luxury Real Estate Duo Joins LUXE Realty in Top Positions
Jack Luciano and Raul Siqueiros, the dynamic duo of real estate agents formerly with The Agency Scottsdale, are joining LUXE Realty as their new Director of Estates Division and Director of New Development. Scottsdale's high-end luxury real estate business is on the move, which has seen a wave of new brokerages join the scene in the past few years and a surprising number of … [More]
