Faces of Arizona

FACE OF BALLOONING RAINBOW RYDERS

Rainbow Ryders Hot Air Balloon Company started 37 years ago with a single balloon by its President/CEO Scott Appelmann and has become the largest Balloon Ride Operator in the United States. Currently servicing Phoenix, Albuquerque and Colorado Springs. Our team is proud to make sure every passenger’s experience is unique. It is our extreme privilege to be part of checking ballooning off your Bucket List! 800.725.2477, www.rainbowryders.com

FACE OF STEAKHOUSE DINING

STOCKYARDS

Gary Lasko, owner /operator of the historic Stockyards Restaurant stands in front of the spectacular hand carved mahogany back bar that anchors the 1889 Saloon. From the tin ceilings to the red oak hardwood floors to the walls covered in historic photos and western art, this iconic landmark Phoenix Steakhouse celebrates its colorful history and the characters that shaped Arizona’s cattle industry. The Stockyards is on the National Register of historic places, as well as the City of Phoenix Historical Register. 602.273.7378, www.stockyardssteakhouse.com

FACE OF JEWELRY DESIGNS

CORNELIS HOLLANDER

Walter C. Hollander is the son of legendary Dutch designer Cornelis Hollander whose jewelry is beautifully displayed around the world. Over the last 10 years Walter has been creating stunning rings, bracelets, earrings and necklaces alongside his father. Today he carries the torch of Cornelis Hollander’s artistic legacy after passing away in 2017 after an iconic career. Walter has a passion for custom jewelry manufacturing and creating artistic designs for a new generation. He is a creative force to be reckoned with. 480.423.5000, cornelishollander.com

FACE OF PUNJABI FOOD

THE DHABA

Humanitarian, entrepreneur, philanthropist and keynote speaker Raveen owns and operates the multi-award-winning, highly coveted, Forbes-listed, Zagat-rated culinary destination The Dhaba in Tempe. The Dhaba restaurant—a strong community partner and economic driver—offers traditional Punjabi food made with fresh locally grown produce; lean, high-quality meats; and freshly ground spices. Fine beers and wines are paired with the food. Patrons have choices of vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free and halal entrées prepared in the traditional clay oven. 480.557.8800, www.the-dhaba.com

FACE OF RESIDENTIAL REAL ESTATE

FRANK AAZAMI

Frank at Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International Realty is highly regarded for representing fine properties in all price ranges, and for servicing the best in class clientele and trendiest styles. His global team consists of local-experts who service and know their local on/ off-market inventory. His Private Client Group experts can direct you to the right address, the right opportunity and the most unique property to call home. All by design, not by luck. 844.PCG.8080, www.PCGSIR.com

FACE OF AMERICAN INDIAN JEWELRY

SPIRIT OF SANTA FE

The three-generation family business of direct trade with American Indian craftsmen began with J.D. Atkinson’s grandfather, who was one of the first licensed traders in the Southwest. His grandfather Jake and grandmother Maxine opened their first trading post in New Mexico in the early 1930’s. Today, J.D. continues to run the family business with his father, John. With more than 5,000 pieces to choose from, Spirit of Santa Fe has one of Arizona’s largest and most complete selections of American Indian jewelry, crafts and art. 520.577.9673, spiritofsantafe.com

FACE OF TRANSPORTATION

TRANSTYLE

Sadeghi is founder, president and CEO of Transtyle, a Scottsdale, AZ company he started in 1992 that provides a variety of services including tour, charter, shuttle and corporate transportation. Having learned the transportation trade from the driver’s seat up, Fred Sadeghi uses just two words to describe the secret to his company’s success—customer service. “I have only had one sales person in 24 years. We grow through customer referrals. These are people who are very happy with our services.” 800.410.5479, transtyle.com

FACE OF LEATHER FURNITURE

BUFFALO COLLECTION

Michael and Laura Levenberg aim to provide a piece of the American West’s history and majestic buffalo right to your home with the world’s first genuine American Buffalo leather furniture at Buffalo Collection. Their team works with local artisans and craftsman personally to handcraft furniture inspired by cowboy crafts, boots, lariats, reins, bridles, patchwork quilts and appliqué. The heirloomquality designs and decorations of buffalo leather come in basic neutral colors such as sand, saddle, mocha and black, a perfect blend of rugged and classic that harmonize any home. 480.946.3903, www.buffalocollection.com

FACE OF ENTERTAINMENT

ODYSEA IN THE DESERT

Combining his passion for all living things with an entrepreneurial and creative mind led Amram Knishinsky (PhD, Founder and CEO) to build OdySea in the Desert, an entertainment destination that welcomes over 1.5 million visitors annually. While Knishinsky has built aquariums in other parts of the country, his dream was to bring unique experiences to the people of Arizona—like walking through a rainforest with butterflies flying all around you at Butterfly Wonderland or coming nose-to-nose with a shark at OdySea Aquarium. Up next is Paradise Earth, a brand new attraction that promises to excite visitors as they explore one of the largest indoor rainforest habitats with thousands of free-flying birds. 480.291.8000, www.odyseainthedesert.com