Valley Leadership

Wow! What an incredible evening last night honoring Nita Francis, Vince Roig and Calvin C. Goode as the three 75th Arizona Leaders of the Year. Thank you to everyone who came out to celebrate the impact these individuals have had on Arizona. Stayed tuned next week for all the event photos and recap!

Last but definitely not least, we want to thank Sprouts Farmers Market for being the Diamond Sponsor ?? for this year's event! The 75th Arizona Leaders of the Year Awards Reception is tomorrow, and we can't wait to celebrate the three incredible honorees. Follow along on Instagram for live updates during tomorrow's festivities.

This year's Arizona Leaders of the Year Awards Reception is especially exciting as we celebrate the 75th year of honoring Arizona leaders. Thank you to Helios Education Foundation for sponsoring our special VIP Event this year. ?? Helios Education Foundation is dedicated to creating opportunities for all students to succeed. Celebrating 20 years of impact, Helios has invested more than $350 million in initiatives focused on improving education outcomes and supporting students in completing postsecondary education.

Thank you to Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona for being one of our Arizona First Sponsors for the 75th Arizona Leaders of the Year Awards Reception! ?? #75AZLY For 85 years, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona has taken its commitment to Arizona seriously and they pride themselves in aligning their success with the success of the communities they serve. They focus their corporate giving efforts on health and wellness, economic development, and youth and education, among other important areas.

Thank you to The Burton Family Foundation for being one of our Arizona First Sponsors this year, celebrating Nita Francis, Vince Roig & Calvin C. Goode. Learn more about the 75th Arizona Leaders of the Year honorees ?? https://lnkd.in/g4cvN25u

Next up, a big thank you to all of our Team Mindset sponsors, Salt River Project, U.S. Bank, Valleywise Health, The Arizona Republic | azcentral.com | La Voz & Freeport-McMoRan! Keep reading to learn more about our fabulous sponsors. #75AZLY ?? SRP is committed to promoting diverse perspectives and civic engagement in order to make a positive impact in the community. That’s why we support organizations like Valley Leadership that develop and foster initiatives that enrich life for us all. ?? U.S. Bank is dedicated to supporting Arizona communities and powering human potential through the Community Possible platform, including philanthropy, community investments and team member volunteerism. The U.S. Bank Community Possible platform invests time, resources and passion into economic development, by supporting efforts to create stable jobs, better homes and vibrant communities. ?? When you or a loved one need health care, getting great treatment as soon as possible is what matters most. That’s where we come in. At Valleywise Health, we’re committed to treating every patient with the best care and without barriers – every time. ?? The award-winning team at The Arizona Republic/azcentral brings our readers local news and information they can’t find anywhere else – in-depth investigations around issues that affect our communities; coverage of our ever-changing real estate and housing market; high school, college and pro sports standings, scores and analysis; insight into things to do, where to eat, what to see and where to go; exclusive multimedia content like video, podcasts, social media, photo galleries; and so much more. We’re Arizona’s top source for local – find us at azcentral.com.

We are just ONE week out from the 75th Arizona Leaders of the Year Awards Reception! We're very excited to highlight some of our incredible sponsors who are supporting this event starting with our Building Trust Sponsors Education Forward Arizona, ASU Foundation for a New American University, Maricopa Community Colleges Foundation & Hensley Beverage Company. Thank you for your support! ??

We're just two weeks out from the 75th Arizona Leaders of the Year Awards Reception where we'll be celebrating the leadership of Juanita "Nita" Francis, Vince Roig and Calvin C. Goode. ?? Individual tickets and sponsorship opportunities are still available! ?? https://lnkd.in/gQjXMRAR

Are you passionate about making a difference in education or interested in running for school board? Now’s your chance to learn from experienced leaders who prioritize equity. Join the next class of ALL In Education's LISTO Leaders and make an impact. Apply by December 4! https://lnkd.in/g3rerHM?

We're excited to share that Jessica Rivera-García, MPA has joined Valley Leadership as one of our newest board members! ?? "The opportunity to create a meaningful impact alongside a diverse network of dedicated professionals, all striving to strengthen and uplift our communities, is one of my greatest passions. As a proud Valley Leadership Catalyze 3 Alumni and active member of two VL Impact Teams, I am deeply committed to the mission of Valley Leadership. I am thrilled to take this commitment to the next level by joining the VL Board, where I look forward to helping shape initiatives that drive positive change across Arizona. Together, we can amplify VL’s impact and work toward a brighter, more resilient future for our state."?- Jessica Rivera-García, Executive Director at Arizona Head Start Association