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Photography:2006 Arizona Companies to Watch photography by Vera Almann 2007 Photography by Laird Brown |
Partnership:Republic Media, a division of The Arizona Republic, in partnership with the Arizona Small Business Association (ASBA) published the Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch Annual Magazine, honoring the 2008 Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch Awardees and “Second Stage Growth Companies” in Arizona. Look for the 2008 Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch Magazine in the November issue of bizAZ's final issue. |
Red Carpet Status … The Legacy Lives On:
The 2008 Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch Awards was a fantastic event and a great opportunity to connect with vibrant, successful companies and learn the strategies that made this year’s 50 companies entrepreneurial stars.
Check out the photos of this year's celebration from Laird Brown:
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A selection of Mark Goldstein's photos from the ASBA and Comerica Bank AZ Companies to Watch Awards on 11/11/08 are now up on Flickr for your enjoyment.
Track Media Coverage and Alerts for 2008
Congrats to ASBA and their dedicated staff for mounting another engaging and successful event.
ASBA, The Edward Lowe Foundation and Comerica Bank would like to thank all of our sponsors, Bob Sullican, KCA Event Planners, Metro Studios, Trevor Brown Jr. ROTC, Sgt. Sandra Harris, Chelsea, Kristen, Henry G. and Dyversity.
Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch honors high-performing second-stage companies from across the state for their achievements and contributions to the region’s economy.
View the 2007 AZ Companies to Watch Video
http://edwardlowe.org/index.elf?page=video&filename=azctw07.swf
These companies are the pride of Arizona, demonstrating outstanding performance in the marketplace or exhibiting innovative products or processes.
The Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch awards are presented by the Arizona Small Business Association in collaboration with the Edward Lowe Foundation.
Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch is unlike other awards. Because it focuses on the entire state and not specific industries, Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch provides an opportunity to paint a realistic picture of a true statewide economy. Since applicants are evaluated on more than growth, the award includes companies that fly below the radar – those not often recognized for the critical differences they make in their industry, their region and their state.
All told, the businesses that comprise Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch tell a compelling story about the region’s economy. Congratulations to the 2008 Comerica Bank Arizona Companies to Watch.
The 2008 Comerica Bank Arizona Companies To Watch
Able Information Technologies Inc., Brandon Ames, President & CEO, Chandler
ActiveForever, Erika Feinberg, CEO and Chief Happiness Officer, Scottsdale
AllSource Global Management LLC, Cecilia Mata, Chief Executive Officer, Sierra Vista
Alphagraphics on University, Michael Sparaco, President, CEO, Tempe
Answer 1 Communications Inc., Mary Jones, President, Phoenix
ATS Electric Inc., Robert Sutton, President, Phoenix
Autohaus Arizona Inc., Carolyn Lefebvre, President/CEO/Owner, Phoenix
Caliente Construction Inc., Lorraine Bergman, President/CEO, Mesa
CCS Presentation Systems, John Godbout, President & CEO, Scottsdale
CellTrust Corp., Sean Moshir, Founder, CEO, Scottsdale
Company Nurse LLC, Paul Binsfeld, CEO and Founder, Scottsdale
CRS Temporary Housing, Kim , Freid, President, Phoenix
Electronic Payment Providers Inc., Scott McCollum, President, Phoenix
EventPro Strategies, Jessica Browder-Stackpoole, Founder and CEO, Tempe
FlexPrint Inc., Frank Gaspari, CEO, Tempe
Heinfeld, Meech & Co. P.C., Scott Kies, Managing Partner, Tucson
Hospitality Performance Network, William Kilburg, CEO, Scottsdale
iMemories, Mark Rukavina, Founder & CEO, Scottsdale
Job Brokers Inc., Ryan Nouis, President, Tempe
Killer Shade, Mike Campion, Chief Shade Officer, Phoenix
Kutta Technologies Inc., Douglas Limbaugh, CEO, Phoenix
Lapre Scali & Co., Terrence Scali, CEO, Scottsdale
Lensco, Kevin Lippert, President / CEO, Phoenix
Logan Commercial Advisors, Bradley Logan, President /Founder, Scottsdale
McFadden/Gavender Advertising Inc., Barbara McFadden, President/Co-owner, Tucson
Alphagraphics, Michael Sparaco, President, CEO, Tempe
Morrison & Associates CPAs PLLC, Scott Morrison, Financial Team Partner, Chandler
MSS Technologies Inc., Michael Hawksworth, President, Phoenix
My Computer Works, Luke Ford, CEO & President, Scottsdale
Nutri-Health LLC, Fred Auzenne, CEO, Cottonwood
Orca Communications Unlimited LLC, Julia Hutton, Founder & CEO, Phoenix
Orchard Medical Consulting, Robin Orchard, President, Phoenix
Paragon Space Development Corp., Taber MacCallum, CEO, Tucson
Pragmatic Marketing, Craig Stull, Founder/CEO, Scottsdale
Precision Trials LLC, Steve Wininger, Medical Director, Phoenix
Primus Pharmaceuticals Inc., JD Weir, President & CEO, Scottsdale
Professional Employment Solutions Inc., Erin Graham, President, Scottsdale
Realty DataTrust Corp., Mike Mueller, CEO, Scottsdale
Sierra Toyota, Elsie MacMillan, President, Sierra Vista
Silverado Cable Co., Bob Simpson, President, Mesa
Sindel Technology Solutions Inc., Sindi Major-Martinez, President/CEO, Tempe
Southwest Institute of Healing Arts, KC Miller, Founder/Director, Tempe
SpringBoard Inc., Gavin Hays, CEO, Phoenix
StaffingMedical USA Inc., Benjamin Joerg, CEO, Scottsdale
Sun Devil Plumbing and Rooter, Chad Collins, President/CEO, Tempe
Telesphere, Clark Peterson, CEO, Scottsdale
Terralever LLC, Chris Johnson, Founder and Managing Partner, Tempe
The Arizona Car Wash Co., Jason Hamama, CEO, Phoenix
The Lavidge Co., Bill Lavidge, CEO, Scottsdale
TriSports.com, Seton Claggett, President, Tucson
Veterinary Specialty Center of Tucson, James Boulay, Co-owner, Tucson
2008 Spotlight Awards:
This year the Spotlight Awards were kicked off with a NEW, special award, called "The One that Got Away".
Presented by Jobing.com - who was nominated for this award in 2006 but grew so fast that by the time they completed their application – they had rocketed right through second stage!
“The One that Got Away in 2007” was presented to:
Todd Davis – President of Lifelock
When Lifelock submitted their application with revenue and employee projections for 2007, The Edward Lowe Foundation, ASBA and judges thought they might be a bit lofty and decided to see how well they did to meet those goals in 2007 to be re-considered in 2008. Needless to say Lifelock superseded their growth goals and became too large within Q1 of 2007.
Here in Arizona – we have found a formula for growing successful businesses and our economy. Joan calls them the new FIVE C’s: Change – Commerce – Customer Service – Culture – and Community.
The Spotlight Awards went to five companies that are great examples in each category:
Change and Innovation Award - was presented by Clark Peterson, President of Telesphere to Paragon Space Development Corp., Taber MacCallum, CEO, of Tucson, Arizona. Change and Innovation are key catalysts in the quest we each lead in growing our businesses.
Commerce Award was presented by Wendy Look of Compass Insurance, Phoenix Division.
When we focus on Commerce the goal is develop a strategic and scalable business model – incredible service – and a commitment to partnering and making things grow. The 2008 Commerce spotlight shines on Cell Trust a company that experienced tremendous growth.
Customers Award - The Customers Award was presented by John Khatcherian – Assistant Regional Marketing Champion for Staples Corporation.
It is import to have your customers believe that doing business with you is EASY. The Customer Service Spotlight shines on the entire team from CRS Temporary Housing. They help those in real need to find housing after the disasters to make them feel at home.
Culture Award was presented by Don Smith of SCF Arizona. "A Company’s Culture defines the company. The Awardee was given to the Silverado Wire and Cable "family."
The last spotlight of the evening focused on the impact of giving back to our Community presented by Peter Ricker, VP of Advertising for Repulic Media.
This spotlight did more than just identify a need – they built a coalition of their partners and suppliers to make a difference for some of our most important residents – our children -- by building shade structures for schools and other locations in our community that could not otherwise afford it. Mike Campion and his team from Killer Shade were awarded the Community Award for their contribution and paying it forward.
Congratulations to all of our awardees!
View List of 2006 - 2007 Arizona Companies to Watch Awardees
