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Features 40 FUEL & PHILANTHROPY Television host Chris Jacobs auctions a custom 1968 Plymouth GTX coupe to benefit U.S. Navy SEALs at the 49th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction

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32 BEAT Bob Roth is a partner in aging and activism for senior population statewide

34 HIS STYLE Meet Dre Brown

35 HER STYLE Meet Bethany Liebentritt

36 NOTICED Women on the scene

78 LOWDOWN News to know

80 DO Great events this month

82 CALENDAR Noteworthy events

86 EVENT Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction

88 OUT Unique ways to wellness

90 CULTURE Artist Shannon Bundschuh

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94 ALLURE Wintry spritzes

96 DWELL Rustic retreat

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119 CUISINE In the kitchen with Marcos Seville of the Montelucia

120 FOOD FILES Pizza party

The Rest 22 TELL Editor’s note

122 SEEN Who went where and what happened

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Well, hello, 2020! It’s hard to believe that this month begins not only a new year, but also a new decade. For many, that means embarking upon new goals, new adventures, new ideas, new growth – basically a whole lot of new! For that reason, I always love this time of year, as it brings about a time to reflect on what was and plan for what is to come. And for the first few months here in Scottsdale, there is a lot to come. Of course, it wouldn’t be January in Scottsdale without auto auction week and the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, which rolls into its 49th anniversary this year. Our cover story (page 40) features Overhaulin’ and Long Lost Family TV host Chris Jacobs, who is auctioning a custom 1968 Plymouth GTX coupe to benefit U.S. Navy SEALs. For auto aficionados, Toyota is also bringing back its GR Supra from a 20-year hiatus. Get the details on page 110. If you’re into toys of the flying kind, take a look at a sky-high adventure available to those who stay at Four Seasons Las Vegas (page 111). And for fulfilling any resolutions to check a few places off your bucket list, get to know travel expert Janet Semenova (page 27), and then commemorate those travels with a handcrafted globe by local artist Shannon Bundschuh (page 90). Other things to try in the new year: unique ways to wellness (page 88), places with delicious pizza (page 120), creative takes on classic cocktails (page 116), mocktails for the healthy-minded (page 79), and a new brunch spot with decadent morningtime poutine (page 130). One of my favorite articles this month is on those who have dedicated their careers to giving back. Head to page 44 to meet the leaders of five local nonprofits, including those that help give hope to children, animals, people in domestic violence situations, and communities around the world. Here is to 2020 and all that it may bring – happiness, health, prosperity, and good ol’ fun! All the best, Chelsea Young Editor-in-Chief chelsea@richmanmediagroup.com Instagram: @young_chelsea Connect with us! Facebook: @soscottsdalemagazine Instagram: @so_scottsdale_magazine

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Travel expert Janet Semenova aims to foster cultural connection while building her own American dream

Now the co-founder of luxury travel design company Boutique Travel Advisors, Janet Semenova’s journey to Arizona involved countless obstacles. “I was born in 1983 in Tashkent, Uzbekistan,” Semenova says. “At that time, it was a communist republic in the former

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hours learning how the adviser customized journeys for individuals, couples, families and friends far beyond anything the internet could do. “Something clicked. I wanted to do the same thing.” Once back in Arizona, people called Semenova crazy for considering a profession many assumed could be done by computer – except Angie Rice. “Angie’s kids played soccer with mine. She was equally as passionate about travel and a bit burned out by her forensic accounting job,” Semenova says. “So, we put the wheels in motion to launch our own business.” In 2017, Boutique Travel Advisors (BTA; www.travelbta. com) was born. It is based on a process the women developed wherein they explore a guest’s travel preferences, bucket list dreams, vacation style, and budget before even putting pen to paper on plans. “We invest time in becoming our client’s long-term and trusted advisers for their travels anywhere in the world,” Semenova says. Today, she advises across the country under the BTA umbrella and regularly visits and plans trips everywhere from Fiji and Africa to Australia and Greece. Trips encompass a variety of interests, including those focused on culinary, groups, family and luxury. And in 2019, BTA began assisting companies in planning off-the-beaten-path incentive travel for employees. They are also passionate about bringing like-minded people together for trips, recently taking a group of local health care professionals on a trek along the Inca Trail. And in June, Semenova and her husband will lead a group through Norway and Iceland. “Our mission is to change the way people travel and create opportunities for them to have transformative experiences,” Semenova says. “We believe that travel is necessary to foster open-mindedness, bridge cultural differences, and create a more compassionate and understanding society.”

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“This season, it’s all about blends and natural, warmer tones,” says Rodney Gentry, hair color expert and master stylist. “There is so much you can do with your hair to create just about any look you want.” There’s no surprise that Ombré is extremely popular this fall. It’s a hair coloring trend that doesn’t seem to be wavering; only changing by the season. This fall, the Ombré style uses warmer tones are blended for a subtle, more natural look. Another gorgeous blended color that’s hot this season is Mushroom Blonde. Mushroom Blonde is an ashy mix between blonde and brunette, creating an ashy, gray blonde with dark undertones—think of the color variety on the underside of a mushroom. “It’s excellent for weaving colored pieces around your face to create a subtle and natural change,” says Rodney. This color option is a great way for blondes to spend time on the darker side. Conversely, there is Mushroom Brown for the brunettes who want

to go a little lighter, while creating a multi-dimensional hair color. In this instance, the colors are subtle shades of brown and gray. Copper tones are all the rage as more and more people desire a look of red without the commitment and hassle of keeping up with red hair. Additionally, rooted gold tones are a favorite this season. There’s also a variety of feminine chestnuts and browns. “These colors tend to not fade as much so it’s more low-maintenance,” Rodney explains. For those pesky gray hairs, Rodney reveals that the key to gray coverage is to not cover it 100%. Instead, he prefers to use a neutral color on select pieces to make the grays look highlighted. This way, people don’t have to recolor as often. By doing this technique, it saves the condition of the hair since you’re not covering all of your roots as often. For those of us who lived through the 80’s, you may see familiar-looking accessories making a comeback.

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Fun-colored bobby pins, bows, and scrunchies are back in style, along with toned-down versions of 80’s hair styles. “You get volume in the body of your hair, with tamer roots,” says Rodney. Rodney takes into account a person’s features, skin tones, and routine when he artistically crafts a new hairstyle. “”The right color will make the right hair cut. Texture with color is the way to go,” he says. Schedule your appointment with Rodney Gentry at Sachi Studios 480.639.2000 or visit www.rodneygentry.com.

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Everything Etched president and founder Tyler Cadwell preserves meaningful moments

When Tyler Cadwell combined his construction skills with his background in film production, Everything Etched (www.everythingetched.com) was born. For Christmas 2013, after Cadwell handmade and engraved a wooden box for his mom, the Arizona State University graduate felt compelled to start selling similar products on Etsy. Since then, Cadwell has upgraded to more than 70 products, eight laser engravers, and a showroom. Today, he and his team of 15 employees handcraft remarkable personalized keepsakes for life’s most unforgettable moments, including engraved glass, metal and wood mementos. The Arizona native, who describes himself as driven, passionate and creative, finds joy in his 4,500-square-foot warehouse in Scottsdale Airpark, a far cry from his original production facility: his mother’s garage. “I’m inspired to be the best version of myself and to leave a mark on this world when I’m gone,” Cadwell says. Besides collaborating with his team of dedicated creatives, getting to know his customers is the most rewarding part of his job. “I love working with customers on custom projects and learning about who the project is for. It’s very rewarding seeing all that come together in the final piece,” he says. Cadwell also takes pride in the speed of his craft. In as little as 15 minutes, the team can personalize items ranging from wine glasses to cheese boards to replicated photos on wood wall hangings, all while shipping out orders within 24 hours. “Besides our speed, our relentless pursuit of creative and unique gifts sets us apart,” Cadwell says. In 2018, Everything Etched hit $1 million in sales, marking a turning point for Cadwell as the company went from a startup to a small business that now sells worldwide. Early this year, Cadwell will launch a new website where customers can create their own designs as well as new etching services, including mobile engraving. “We will be able to take our engravers to any event, including weddings and company parties, for people who want to do something unique for their guests,” Cadwell says.

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THE FAIRY GODMOTHER OF FASHION AND BOOB WHISPERER

Scylvia-Elvira Danese of Danese Creations

cylvia-Elvira Danese, owner of Danese Creations, has been in business since 1971. Through her gift of custom designing, men and women can get all their custom designing, tailoring, alterations, bridal wear and all accessories, fabric, jewelry and the best fitting bra. “I’m a 3rd generation Custom Designer/Tailor in my family, I follow My Mother Maria and Grandmother Chapita,” said Danese. “My designs have made it to the Emmys, The Country Music Awards, the Oscars, the White House, The Oprah show, I’ve also been featured on First Edition, total Divas, all the local TV channels. It’s been an amazing ride for these last 48 years!” While Danese is proud of the accolades and the high profile clients that have graced her designs, some of her fondest memories are the ones that have changed the lives of others. “I saved a brides wedding day by making a beautiful, custom

wedding gown from scratch, on the day of the wedding, in 2 hours and 50 minutes, that is how I got dubbed “the Fairy Godmother Of Fashion”, she explains. “I’m also called “The Boob Whisperer” for the expert bra fittings that I do. Your boobs can either make you or break you. If they look good, you look good and feel good, sexy, young, (even if you’re old) thin, (even if you’re heavy), and your clothes fit well.” Danese is committed to helping every man or woman find their perfect fit, in addition women can get a free bra fitting. Clients need to set an appointment with her shop, and with zero obligations to purchase bras from her. “Most women just don’t know what a bra is supposed to do, how a bra is supposed to fit, how a bra has been designed, or what bra size is right for them. Industry estimates are that anywhere from 70 to 80 perfect of women are wearing the wrong size bra, although in my opinion, informed by more than 48

years of experience, it’s more like 90 percent. And there’s been no reliable source for women to go to and find out the truth about bras, bra measuring and bra sizing, until now.” If clients are not in the market for custom designing, you will find original Danese Creations designs, ready-to-wear one of a kind bridal gowns, mother of the bride or groom gowns, evening gowns, cocktail dresses, skirts, blouses, and more. Danese Creations prides themselves on being able to make custom garments from a picture or a drawing or an idea and she can do this all without requiring the client to be local. Above all, Danese has one goal for her shop “To do the impossible to get to solve all the sewing problems that come my way. My motto that I got from my Father Giacomo Danese is “Nothing is Impossible, Difficult but not Impossible”, she explains. “We never say no, it’s always yes we can, just say when!”

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HOMECARE HERO

Bob Roth is a partner in aging and activism for senior population statewide

Bob Roth got into a career of caregiving after years of being an actual caregiver. “In 1985, my mom had a massive heart attack, followed by four more. She spent nearly six weeks in the hospital,” Roth says. He then cared for her with his father and brothers in their native Maryland before moving her to Arizona in 1987. Wanting to help ensure other families had assistance during times like this, Roth and his family founded Cypress HomeCare Solutions (www.cypresshomecare.com) in1994. Through it, they provide in-home care services including companionship, personal hygiene and care assistance, medication reminders, shopping and errand services, light housekeeping, meal planning and preparation, transportation, and mobility assistance. “When someone has a life-changing event such as an accident, heart attack, or being diagnosed with a serious medical condition, family members are often hundreds of miles away and cannot be there for their loved ones,” says Roth, who became the company’s managing partner in 2003. “We are able to care for people’s loved ones by enabling them to stay in their homes, and at the same time, we are able to give their family members peace of mind that their loved one is safe and cared for.” Cypress eventually led Roth down the path of advocacy as well. Over the past decade, Roth has served on the Task Force Against Senior Abuse in partnership with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office and was appointed in 2017 by Gov. Doug Ducey to the Arizona Governor’s Advisory Council on Aging, fighting for the rights of the elderly population on the local and national level. He also played an active role on the boards of the Banner Alzheimer’s Foundation, Home Care Association of America, Arizona Geriatrics Society, and Private Duty Home Care Association. Today, Roth is a member of the board of directors for Duet Partners in Health and Aging, a nonprofit that helps older adults and their families cope with challenges related to aging, regardless of their means. They also provide services such a transportation and offer classes and support groups for the senior population. “Both Duet and I share a vision: a world where no one has to face life’s aging challenges alone,” Roth says.

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When many of the Valley’s top athletes need a haircut, they visit Dre Brown, owner of Mug & Mane Barber Lounge. The sports lover is passionate about more than style and men’s grooming – he has made it his mission to support the community by mentoring young men to become their own boss. With a blend of urban streetwear and business casual styles – often dressing in layered T-shirts, jackets and skinny ripped jeans paired with Vince boots – Brown has catapulted into the “cool dad” category according to the kids at his daughter’s school. Brown sticks to a palette of neutral tones like white, black and gray but loves a pop of color for special occasions. He shops at Zara, Topshop and Lululemon to stay on trend and comfortable. Working as a high-profile barber, it’s important for Brown to be hip to new styles. “I’m a walking brand. If my haircut is sharp and my attire is clean and on point, people gravitate to that,” he says. His must-have stylish staples? A great jacket with a hood or high collar, a designer watch, and a fresh haircut, of course. “You can get away with wearing almost anything with a fresh haircut,” Brown says. “Look good, feel good, everything is good!”

How does your career influence your style? When I used to go to the barbershop, I would look at the barbers to see who dressed the nicest and who had the nicest haircuts. I figured if they cared enough to look as nice as they did, they would apply the same courtesy to me. What is the most prized possession in your closet? My shoe collection – it ranges from Vince boots and Birkenstocks to Yeezys and Balenciagas. You can never go wrong with a pair of nice shoes. What is your favorite store? My favorite store is Wang’s Closet. They have high-end fashion streetwear mixed with legendary vintage pieces.

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DRESSING FOR THE DAY Bethany Liebentritt uses creative freedom and balance to craft her look

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Health care and fashion may not be the most likely of matches, but for Arizona native Bethany Liebentritt, each day is a new opportunity to use fashion as an artistic medium at her job as the vice president of physician human resources at Banner Health. Liebentritt practices event-specific styling and is always accessorized. She pulls off her classic-meets-edgy look with structured pieces and by rocking pops of color with statement jewelry, scarves and purses. But for Liebentritt, it’s all about balance. “When you add something unique, it means the outfit must scale back to make way for what’s on display,” she says. “So, ‘cleanly creative’ is a great way to ensure balance.” Beyond this balancing act, she is constantly on the lookout for high-quality, great-value additions to her closet. “My only go-to brands are for workday staples: AG jeans and Via Spiga shoes. Other than that, the hunt is always on for the absolute best price, which can be found anywhere from Etsy to eBay to vintage shops and estate jewelry sales.” Recently, her employer implemented “Dress for Your Day,” which enables creative freedom for employees to dress based on their schedule. “Big meetings mean a blazer. But a Tuesday with no meetings? That’s a professionally artistic opportunity,” Liebentritt says. “Getting dressed in the morning is a chance to be expressive, so the goal of the day drives the creativity.”

What is your must-have item? The perfect jewelry. I tend to opt for pearls, but I go for any unique piece that can tie an outfit together. What is your No. 1 style tip? Risky is one step further than you think it is. Do it. Try it. You’re already a piece of art, so adorn yourself and smile. What is your most prized possession? The rose-colored leather purse I bought when I got my first job out of college. I named her Rosy. She represents that hard work pays off.

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Television host Chris Jacobs auctions a custom 1968 Plymouth GTX coupe at the 49th Annual Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction to benefit U.S. Navy SEALs

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For television host and self-described automotive enthusiast Chris Jacobs, life revolves around inspiring others. Born and raised in Chicago, Jacobs made California his permanent home when he moved there for college in 1988. After getting his bachelor’s degree in English at Whittier College, he graduated from Western State University College of Law and passed the California bar exam on his first try. Despite this achievement, his true passion lied elsewhere.

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“For as long as I can remember, I wanted to be in the entertainment business,” Jacobs says. “Law school was always a backup plan in case it didn’t work out, but I was always interested in making people laugh or cry or feel any emotion.” And he’s been a natural since a young age – when his parents hosted dinner parties during his childhood, Jacobs recalls holding a party of his own, putting on miniature talent shows in the basement. “I’d make everyone come down to watch,” he says.

“I’m sure I was annoying!” But his dedication paid off, and in 1995, Jacobs got his start in the entertainment world with parts in several TV shows and movies. His resume contains plenty of familiar names, from roles in smash-hits like The X-Files and Two and a Half Men to films such as The Nick of Time, which starred Johnny Depp and Christopher Walken. In 2003, Jacobs got his big break when he was selected to co-host Overhaulin’ alongside automobile designer Chip Foose. “It changed my life,” Jacobs says. “My love of cars goes back as far as I can remember. Growing up, my dad and my brothers always had cool cars.” In each episode of the fan-favorite show, a deserving person, nominated by family and friends and selected out of a pool of thousands of submissions, receives an automotive makeover from Jacobs, Foose and their team without the person’s knowledge. The eight-day remaking period is usually preceded by a good-spirited ruse to get the person’s car out from under their noses, with diverting explanations ranging from insurance fraud to repossession by the IRS. A large part of what makes the show special is the way it celebrates the link between a person and his or her car. “My favorite part is the reaction we get when the people see their overhauled cars for the first time,” Jacobs says. “There’s usually a very strong attachment to these cars. You can see the person fill up with emotion and that is so cool to witness.” Among Jacobs’ most treasured memories is when he and his team overhauled co-host Foose’s own truck in 2005. “I’ll never forget the look on Chip’s face as he hugged his dad Sam, his mentor who passed away in 2018, as he said, ‘This isn’t supposed to happen to me!’ It was an incredible moment,” Jacobs says. And it’s moments like those that prove that Overhaulin’, now streaming its 10th season on the MotorTrend app, isn’t just about the rides – it’s about the people. The show revolves around the simple deed of doing something special for an ordinary person who deserves an extraordinary act of kindness, be it someone facing hardship, someone who lost a family member, someone who has done something nice for others, former military, and so on. Jacobs’ impact in the lives of others extends far beyond his role on Overhaulin’. He also hosts Long Lost Family on TLC, a show that follows the journey of those searching to find their biological parents or children after a lifetime of separation. It’s a show that hits particularly close to home for Jacobs. When he was 22 months old, Jacobs was adopted into a loving and supportive family, and when he was 22 years old, he contacted an adoption location service in the hopes of reconnecting with his birth mother. By a stroke of luck, his birth mother had registered with that same agency a few years earlier, and the two were reunited. “I can still remember the exact moment when we saw each other in person for the first time,” Jacobs says. Decades later, the pair is still close. Now, Jacobs considers himself lucky to be able to help people that are in the same situation he was through his role on Long Lost Family. “It’s an honor and a privilege to be a part of such a happy experience,” Jacobs says. “I’m so lucky that I get to play

such a crucial part in changing people’s lives for the better.”

START YOUR ENGINES Jacobs will continue his goal of making a difference in the lives of others by auctioning off a custom car at the 49th Annual BarrettJackson Scottsdale Auction, taking place this month from Jan. 11 to 19. Proceeds from Jacobs’ car will benefit the C4 Foundation. The organization – named in honor of Charlie Keating IV, a Navy SEAL who died in action in Iraq – utilizes science-based programs to support U.S. Navy SEALs and their families. “This charity really resonates with me,” Jacobs says. “Our Navy SEAL community puts their lives on the line every day to keep us safe and free. Our support is important for their morale, so we need to let them know that we appreciate them and their sacrifice.” In order to accomplish this goal, the C4 Foundation provides a variety of workshops and classes to help strengthen family ties for active duty SEALs, placing an emphasis on gratitude, communication and positivity. Their research-backed programs aim to combat potential strain on families due to the stress of deployment and injuries suffered in training and combat. “I always want to support our Navy SEALs in any way that I can,” Jacobs says. “Our special ops are literally our last line of defense. Without them in place to protect our freedom, who knows what our lives would be like?” The car being auctioned, a custom 1968 Plymouth GTX coupe that Jacobs has owned for 20 years, embodies the spirit of partnership. The showstopping vehicle – decked out with a custom paint job and wheels in collaboration with Foose – is a manifestation of the same tireless dedication that the duo invests in their Overhaulin’ builds. The ride also boasts a 392 Hemi swap from Mopar Performance, installed by Mark Worman and his team from the show Graveyard Carz, in addition to a MagnaFlow exhaust, a Magnumforce K-Member suspension, and a Hotchkins front sway bar. This isn’t the first time that Jacobs and Foose have joined forces to support a good cause. In 2006, the Overhaulin’ team remodeled a 1993 Hummer H1, a makeover that included inspiring images of troops and correspondents on the body to commemorate the journalists who risked their lives to tell the stories of the war in Iraq. After CNN used the vehicle for wartime coverage, it was auctioned at the 2007 Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction for the Fisher House Foundation, which serves military and veterans’ families by providing free housing while loved ones receive treatment. This year, Jacobs will also be reprising his role as the host of MotorTrend’s live broadcast of the Barrett-Jackson Scottsdale Auction, taking guests through the action at the eight-day event in what he calls a dream job. “Getting to be around and talk about all of the amazing cars is something I’d do for free – but don’t tell them that!” At the end of the day, Jacobs is happy to have been able to serve others through both his philanthropic endeavors and his career. “Making a difference in people’s lives is a humbling experience,” Jacobs says. “It’s true that if you do something you love for a living, you’re never really at work.”

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LORRAINE TALLMAN CEO, Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels In 2009, Lorraine Tallman’s 9-year-old daughter Amanda Hope was diagnosed with leukemia. After a nearly three-year battle, Amanda went into remission. “Then, in 2011, she complained of a headache and nausea,” Tallman says. “But test results showed the symptoms were unrelated to a relapse.” The family brought Amanda home, but hours later, the left side of her face became paralyzed. “We rushed her back to the hospital. It was a brain tumor,” Tallman says. “We lost our angel nine months later.” But not before Amanda accomplished some amazing things, such as visiting the Vatican and making Tallman promise to help other kids like her. “She hated the lack of privacy during chemo treatments,” Tallman says. “So, we came up with ComfyCozy’s for Chemo, clothing designed to have pockets, zippers and snaps to allow port access without requiring children to expose themselves.” Tallman launched the free clothing line months after Amanda’s passing and obtained approval on an overarching nonprofit – Amanda Hope Rainbow Angels (www.amandahope.org) – soon after. “Under that umbrella, we began offering the ComfyCozy’s and hosting spa days, teen nights, craft days and more for children fighting illnesses. We also expanded to provide free counseling, art therapy, play therapy, and supportive services to children and their families,” Tallman says. As CEO, Tallman has recently been focused on advocacy and innovation. “Amanda endured tremendous pain whenever medical teams had difficulty accessing her port,” Tallman says. “So we partnered with Bard, a medical device company, to help ease this pain for others.” The result is the AllPoints Port Access System Port Stabilizer, FDA-approved in 2018, which assists with needle insertion into ports and lessens the chance of pain. “Thanks to a grant from the Fiesta Bowl, I am also publishing a book, Butterfly Kisses, this year, which will focus on helping families who are going through similar situations as we did,” Tallman says.

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HEATHER ALLEN President and CEO, HALO

Heather Allen is proof that someone can be both a dog and a cat person. A Valley native, Allen grew up a dog lover – so much so she participated in a 4-H program at 12 years old to learn how to best care for her Pomeranian, Bear. “We even competed in dog shows together, winning several,” Allen says. After finishing high school in 1991, she began working at PetSmart. It was while working there, and after connecting with the kitten adoption team on-site, that Allen and her mom Michel began fostering cats for a local nonprofit called Kitty Love. They provided care for as many as 50 at one time – and eventually up to 30 dogs – spending most weekends attempting to get them adopted. In between, Allen married her high school sweetheart and worked toward her college degree while working full time. “In 1994, Kitty Love transitioned from helping get animals adopted to a spay and neuter advocacy group, so my mom and I founded HALO (www.halorescue.org) – short for Helping Animals Live On – to continue our work,” Allen says. They started the nonprofit, first from home, and continued to work there until they opened their first shelter and office in 2008. Last year, the organization celebrated its 25th anniversary. “All these years later, we have a thriving thrift shop and no-kill shelter,” says Allen, adding that her mom is still her partner while her sister and two of her close friends are also involved in their work. HALO also partners with other rescues locally and in Mexico, including Barb’s Dog Rescue in Rocky Point, an organization that helps legally bring dogs into Arizona to be adopted. “To give perspective, we adopted out 200 animals in 1994 out of our homes. Last year, between Barb’s and our other partners, plus the animals we’ve taken in, we adopted out over 4,000,” Allen says.

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MIKE NEALY

Executive director, Fiesta Bowl Mike Nealy grew up in a small Minnesota town. His father was the local doctor, and before that, his grandfather was the same. “Like them, I wanted to help people, but I knew medicine wasn’t my path,” Nealy says. A standout athlete in high school, he began coaching youth football upon graduation in 1983. Over the next 10 years, while earning both his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in business at the University of Minnesota and getting his start at a Fortune 500 company, Nealy continued to coach, winning eight league championships along the way. “I hung up my whistle in 1994,” Nealy says. “But sports would come calling again soon enough.” That opportunity came in 2001, when the NHL’s Minnesota Wild recruited him for their leadership team. Then, in December 2005, the then-Phoenix Coyotes reached out. “If you’ve been in Minnesota in December, you’ll understand why sunny Phoenix was so appealing,” says Nealy, who became the team’s executive vice president and CFO in 2006, advancing to president and CEO in 2010. During his time with the Coyotes, Nealy also got involved in local volunteer efforts, joining the boards for both the then-Partnership for a Drug-Free America’s local chapter and the Fighter Country Partnership Foundation. “My dream became finding a way to marry my business, sports and volunteer passions,” Nealy says. “Enter the Fiesta Bowl, which not everyone knows is a nonprofit.” Bringing it full circle, the former youth football coach now serves as the Fiesta Bowl’s football coach (www.fiestabowl.org). In 2014, Nealy became the organization’s executive director. Since taking on the role, Fiesta Bowl has raised its status in local philanthropy, donating more than $10 million each year to hundreds of local youth, sports and education-focused organizations. It also launched Wishes for Teachers in 2016, which annually gifts $5,000 grants to 200 Arizona teachers so they can invest in their classroom and student needs, including field trips, technology and supplies.

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CARRIE BORGEN

Executive director, Sojourner Center Growing up, Carrie Borgen was fascinated by the social sciences. “However, it would be business that I studied in college, primarily because I understood the importance of skills such as accounting and finance,” says Borgen, who not only worked her way to an undergraduate degree, but put herself through graduate school and earned her CPA designation while working full time. “In 2006, after working as a health care executive, I purchased two companies, merged and then sold them and founded a consulting firm,” Borgen says. In 2015, she was introduced to Sojourner Center (www.sojournercenter. org) as part of a consulting engagement. Two years later, she got a call from the then-chairman of the board. “He asked if I had any hours available to assist Sojourner,” Borgen says. “When I asked how many, he said all of them.” At the time, the organization, which is one of the largest domestic violence shelters in Arizona, was losing nearly $2 million per year. Borgen joined Sojourner as executive director and got it back into the black within a year. And by then, she was hooked on its critical mission. Today, Borgen and Sojourner are undertaking several groundbreaking initiatives. In addition to the life-saving programs and services it provides to women, children and their pets, Sojourner, in conjunction with the CACTIS Foundation, is leading a collaborative of law enforcement entities, research scientists, and social workers working to address the societal epidemic of traumatic brain injuries (TBIs) in domestic violence. Through this, Borgen says, “We can better serve the women under our care as well as share what we’ve learned with our national collaborators. The program has already found that over half the women who come to Sojourner have experienced a head injury as a result of abuse.” As such, Sojourner is now modifying training for the entire staff, hiring full-time TBI advocates, and will be expanding the wellness programming significantly.

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JERI ROYCE CEO, Esperanca

In the U.S., access to care and necessities such as health, clean water, clothing and food is something many people just have. “But that’s not the case everywhere,” Jeri Royce says. As a child, California-born Royce and her family vacationed in Mexico. “We frequently spent time interacting with the local community,” Royce says. From a young age, she was struck by the welcoming-but-impoverished families in Mexico – so much so that she and her sister hosted bake sales and sold mistletoe back home to raise funds to help. Over the years, giving back has remained important to Royce. She began her career in the nonprofit sector, and when her family moved to Phoenix in 2003, she launched a nonprofit consulting firm. “It was while consulting that the board of directors asked if I would consider stepping in as the interim CEO of Esperanca,” Royce says. “That was mid-2017.” The Phoenix-based nonprofit Esperanca (www.esperanca.org) works in some of the most vulnerable communities worldwide by coordinating volunteer surgical missions and connecting with local partners to provide ecological housing, disease prevention and education, food security, and clean water. Domestically, Esperanca serves the Valley’s most under-resourced populations with health education and resources. “The way Esperanca provides people with knowledge and access to care – with the utmost respect to individual cultures and beliefs – resonates with so many.” In November 2017, Royce learned she had breast cancer. Thanks to preventive screening, it was discovered early. When faced with her own health crisis, Royce felt a renewed commitment to be of service to those who are not as fortunate. In March 2018, with her breast cancer in remission, Royce transitioned to full-time CEO of Esperanca. This year, Esperanca will celebrate its 50th anniversary. Among the notable anniversary events is a free public screening of PBS’s The Visionaries, a popular docuseries narrated by Sam Waterston that examines their work here and abroad, in February.

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