There are many adjectives that could be used to describe each of the most influential women in business in Arizona for 2021. Smart. Inventive. Independent. But also solidarity.
“What makes me most proud is to see those I have led, mentored or coached – especially those of the next generation of workers – thrive in the best versions of themselves,” said said Latasha Causey, vice president of human resources for Bell Bank. “All of the phone calls, assumptions and connections have helped them be successful both personally and professionally. Doing my little part by helping them gives me confidence in our future.
Creating and using these connections has never been more important than it was during the COVID-19 crisis.
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“The pandemic made me realize how important it is to stay in touch with people,” said Christine Ferrell, vice president of private banking for Corporate banking and trust. “For a while, we didn’t have the opportunity to see friends, family or clients in person as we normally would. Making the connections, even if not in person, has really helped me understand that in order to be a good friend, family member, and leader, you have to be there. You have to be creative in the way you build and maintain relationships. “
Each of the company’s most influential women in Arizona for 2021 has made connections throughout her career to distinguish herself as a leader in her industry. But there’s a lot more to learn about this year’s most influential women in Arizona business. Get to know them better during a dinner celebrating their achievements on August 26, 2021, at Château Luxe. For more details on the event, click here.
Learn more about all of Arizona Business’s Most Influential Women for 2021 starting July 5, 2021, at azbigmedia.com, when we start posting the Daily Profiles of each of the 2021 Laureates leading up to the Women’s Event. most influential.
Arizona’s Most Influential Women in Business for 2021
Julia S. Acken
Member, Jennings, Strouss & Salmon
Jamie boggs
Vice-president athletics, Grand Canyon University
Christine Boles
Vice-President of the Internet of Things group, General Manager of the Industrial Solutions division, Intelligence
Latasha causey
Vice-president, human resources, Bell Bank
Alyssa B. Chapital, MD, PhD, MBA
Medical Director, Mayo Clinic Hospital
Kari cornicelli
Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Phoenix Children’s Hospital
Sarah Cosette
Vice President of Patient Care Services and Chief Nursing Officer, Cancer Treatment Centers of America Phoenix
Susan dana-kobey
Partner, Burch & Cracchiolo
Christine ferrell
Vice-president, private banking, Corporate banking and trust
Gabrielle Finley Hazle
President and CEO, Dignity Health Arizona Central and West Valley
Lyndsey Fry
Director of External Engagement and Women’s Hockey, Arizona Coyotes
Julie gable
COO, TBConsulting
Beth ginzinger
Strategy Director and Risk Director, Arizona Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Nancy Gonzales
Eexecutive vice-president and rector of the university, Arizona State University
Meghan H Grabel
Partner, Osborn Maledon
Catherine graham
Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, Desert Financial Credit Union
Susan M. Gray
CEO, Electric power Tucson
Dawn Grove
Vice-President and Legal Advisor, Karsten Manufacturing
Christina hamilton
Participatory partner, Cavanagh law firm
Jeanine Jerkovic
Director of Economic Development, City of surprises
Adriana Kong Romero
President , Bank of America Tucson
Barbara kennedy
Executive Vice President and Director of Human Resources, Western Alliance Bank
Rebecca lundberg
Arizona Division President, Pulte Group
Lea Marquez Peterson
President, Arizona Society Commission
Beth mcdonald
Radio host, KEZ 99.9
Geri Mingura
Deputy Director General and Director of Human Resources, PER
Stacie Pinderhughes, MD
Chief market doctor, UnitedHealthcare Health and retirement insurance
Jennifer russo
Owner and Executive Chef, The Market Restaurant + Bar by Jennifer’s and Jennifer’s Catering
Sandra Sagehorn-Elliott
President and CEO, Vantage West Credit Union.
Dr Heather Schneider
Dental Director, Arizona Delta Dental
Erica Sietsma
COO, Digital airstrike
Pam Stelzer, CPA
Audit manager, Henri + Horne
Beth stiller
CEO, Fancy a massage
Mona stone
Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary, Central Arizona Goodwill
Elise thorpe
Main, Lovitt & Touché
Keri tignini
Executive Director, Market Manager, JPMorgan Chase
Catherine walker
Regional President and Head of Corporate Banking, PNC Bank
Kris yamano
Vice-president and market leader, BMO Wealth Management