The State Forty Eight Foundation is thrilled to announce the appointment of Marina Sandoval as its new Executive Director. With a commitment to supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners across Arizona, the State Forty Eight Foundation welcomes Sandoval, a dynamic multicultural leader, to lead the organization into a new era of growth and impact. Marina's inspiration … [More]
Greater Phoenix Chamber Appoints V.P. of Finance & Operations
The Greater Phoenix Chamber announced the appointment of Andrea Beth Levy as the new vice president of finance & operations. Andrea will provide strategic leadership for both the Greater Phoenix Chamber and Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation while serving the needs and interests of Valley businesses and communities. Andrea joins the Greater Phoenix Chamber with more … [More]
JLL Names Lead for Project and Development Services for Arizona, Nevada
Brings over a decade of experience to highly active construction and tenant improvement markets
JLL has announced the appointment of Alexis Lowell as Project and Development Services (PDS) market lead for Arizona and Nevada. With more than a decade of experience, she now serves some of the nation’s most active markets for new construction and tenant relocations and expansions. In her new role, Lowell will oversee a team of JLL experts delivering workplace strategy, … [More]
Nonprofit Announces Leadership Transition, Appoints Next Executive Director
Free Arts for Abused Children of Arizona announces the appointment of Matt Sandoval as its new Executive Director effective November 6, 2023, taking the reins from the current Free Arts Executive Director Alicia Sutton Campbell after 11 years of service. “I am honored to have worked for Free Arts during this exciting time in its history – expanding services to children and … [More]
Sandra Watson Appointed New Co-Chair of U.S. Investment Advisory Council Workforce Subcommittee
Sandra Watson, President and CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority, was recently appointed as a new Co-Chair of the United States Investment Advisory Council (IAC) Workforce Subcommittee. Watson will serve as Co-Chair alongside Mike Graff, Chairman and Executive Vice President of Air Liquide USA, replacing former Co-Chair Brad Chambers, former Indiana Secretary of … [More]
MAG Names New Chief of Staff and New Chief Transportation Officer
The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) has named Audra Koester Thomas as its new chief of staff and John Bullen as the agency’s chief transportation officer, following a selection process that included a multi-agency review panel. The two staff members will serve under the direction of Executive Director Ed Zuercher in the newly created MAG roles. “Both Audra and … [More]
Wealth Management Pioneer Joins Phoenix-Based Wealth.com to Advance Estate Planning Solutions
Wealth.com, the industry’s leading estate planning platform, today announced Brian Hamburger, JD, CRCP, as a strategic advisor. Hamburger is the founder, president and chief executive officer of MarketCounsel, the leading business and regulatory compliance consulting firm to the country’s preeminent entrepreneurial independent investment advisers. With an unmatched expertise in … [More]
Scottsdale Business Law Firm Adds Two Partners
Radix Law welcomes its newest partners John Balitis and Julia Acken to the firm. Both Balitis and Acken join Radix from Jennings Strouss & Salmon, bringing decades of well-rounded legal experience and will elevate Radix’s employment and labor law practices and its adoptions law practice. “John and Julia have worked together as a remarkably dynamic team for many years,” … [More]
Experienced Energy Executive Joins Nikola Leadership Team
Nikola Corporation, a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via its HYLA brand, is proud to announce the appointment of Joseph S. Cappello as President of Nikola Energy, effective September 25, 2023. As President of Nikola Energy, Cappello will oversee all aspects of the company’s energy business to support Nikola’s … [More]
Expanding CRE Co. Brings Four Industry Leaders from JLL to Solidify Office Leasing Team in Phoenix
Stream Realty Partners has recruited a seasoned four-broker office leasing team with nearly eight decades of combined commercial real estate experience to build a best-in-class operation in Phoenix. Managing Directors John Bonnell and Brett Abramson, Senior Vice President Chris Latvaaho and Vice President Chris Beall join Stream Realty, a national commercial real estate firm … [More]
National Brokerage Co. Looks to Formalize and Grow MGA Practice
Holmes Murphy is excited to announce the addition of insurance industry veteran Tim Anders. Anders will serve as the President of Programs where he will be responsible for formalizing existing programs and generating new opportunities for our Managing General Agent (MGA) practice. This will allow the Holmes Murphy team to broaden their capabilities, tailor unique insurance … [More]
Nikola Corporation Appoints New Chief Operating Officer
Nikola Corporation (Nasdaq: NKLA), a global leader in zero-emissions transportation and energy supply and infrastructure solutions, via its HYLA brand, today announced the appointment of Mary Chan as Chief Operating Officer (COO), effective October 9, 2023. In her capacity as COO, Chan will lead the company’s engineering, program, product, supply chain, and manufacturing … [More]
Los Angeles Capital Co. Expands to Arizona, Hires Executive
WAY Capital, a leading commercial real estate capital markets advisor, announces the opening of a satellite office in the Phoenix, Arizona area and the hiring of RJ Opeka as Head of Agency Finance. In his new role, Opeka will oversee WAY Capital’s joint venture with Regions Bank to provide multifamily loan programs of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. He works out of WAY’s new … [More]
Optimum Names New Vice President, General Manager of West Pacific Area
Optimum, the local provider of internet, mobile, TV, and phone services, announces the appointment of Kathleen Preston as Vice President, General Manager of the company’s West Pacific Area serving West Texas, Arizona, Nevada, and California. As Vice President, General Manager, Preston is responsible for overseeing local sales, operations, and engagement efforts … [More]
New President Named at Kitchell Contractors
Chris Kirch was recently named President of Kitchell Contractors Inc., taking the reins of one of the oldest commercial building contractors in the Southwest as it moves into a new era of leadership. “We are experiencing unprecedented innovation and growth as it relates to how and what we build,” said Kitchell President & CEO Wendy Cohen. “As someone who has lived this … [More]
Phoenix Children’s Promotes Dr. Jared Muenzer to Chief Physician Executive
Phoenix Children's, one of the nation's fastest-growing pediatric healthcare systems, today announced the promotion of Jared Muenzer, MD, MBA, to Chief Physician Executive. Muenzer also will continue to serve as Chief Operating Officer of Phoenix Children's Medical Group, a role he has held since 2016. As Chief Physician Executive, Muenzer will lead all clinical care, … [More]
Peter Piper Pizza Names New Chief Marketing Officer
Peter Piper Pizza, the "food, family and fun" fresh-made pizza restaurant, has named seasoned restaurant industry executive Genaro Perez as the brand's chief marketing officer, effective immediately. Perez most recently served as senior vice president of marketing at P.F Chang's, where he oversaw all facets of marketing, including advertising, research and development, … [More]
Abrazo Scottsdale Campus Names New CEO
Ruben Castro has joined Abrazo Health as chief executive officer of Abrazo Scottsdale Campus and Abrazo Cave Creek Hospital. Castro has more than 20 years of experience in healthcare including operations leadership, nursing and clinical information technology. As CEO of the Scottsdale and Cave Creek hospitals, Castro is responsible for administration and strategy, quality … [More]
