Colleen Biggs grew up like a lot of little girls, imagining the life she thought she was supposed to live, including a prince, a big Disney-esque wedding and a happily ever after. But with her parents’ divorce, she watched her mom’s world fall apart. For 12-year-old Colleen and her mom, life was … [Read more...] about Colleen Biggs Bets on Women to Lead
Women In Business
Camp Verde Mayor Focused on Sustainability
Chiseled deep in Dee Jenkins’ memory is the impact that Bill and Genevieve (Vieve) Gore, founders of W. L. Gore & Associates, had on her life. She credits them for her successful career and current position as mayor of Camp Verde. “I would not be the person I am today without their support and … [Read more...] about Camp Verde Mayor Focused on Sustainability
Carrying On the Family Profession
Equipped with ambition and foresight in the late 1960s, John DePoe moved his family to Sedona and opened the first affiliate Coldwell Banker Residential office in the country. That move not only paved the way for a career for him but for his wife and three daughters, who all obtained their real … [Read more...] about Carrying On the Family Profession
Sheri Heiney Focuses on Strengthening Businesses
Sheri Heiney, president and CEO of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce, is close to completing her fifth year as head of the influential organization that provides business and economic leadership for a community approaching 48,000 in population. “It’s hard to believe all that happened during these … [Read more...] about Sheri Heiney Focuses on Strengthening Businesses
A Match Made for Hollywood
Making movies and commercials is not for the physically or mentally weak, says Sedona-based freelance production manager, producer and assistant director Margaret Knight. “Every job is different,” said Knight. “The film business is a formula, and when the formula works, it flows – and it’s a … [Read more...] about A Match Made for Hollywood
For the Love of Fiber
The names are colorful and exotic: Filatura di Crosa, Mountain Colors and Queensland Collection for yarns; Clover, Hiya Hiya and Karbonz for knitting needles and crochet hooks; Ashford, LeClerc and Schacht for weaving looms and spinning wheels; and Frabjous Fibers, Sweet Georgia and Louet for … [Read more...] about For the Love of Fiber
Artist Kellie Day is Transforming Lives through Creative Expression
"Good luck will come to those who are prepared to greet it,” foretells the Trader Joe’s greeting card decorated with Chinese takeout boxes and fortune cookies. And, like her design predicts, artist Kellie Day has prepared for this moment, as aspiring artists are reaching out to her, now more than … [Read more...] about Artist Kellie Day is Transforming Lives through Creative Expression
Living and Promoting Adventure
Working at the historic El Tovar Hotel on the South Rim of the Grand Canyon and eventually heading downhill to Phantom Ranch to work for six years was the plan Romy Murphy had for making it to the top. Now, claiming two titles, general manager of Pink Jeep Tours Grand Canyon and president of the … [Read more...] about Living and Promoting Adventure
Momma Kneads Dough for Cinnamon Rolls
Sara Clouse’s cinnamon rolls have made the rounds. They’ve been gifts for friends, neighbors and teachers. They’ve shown up at bake sales to support youth sports. And they’ve even brought in $1,500 at a local fundraiser. Now, everyone can enjoy them from Clouse’s business, Momma Kneads … [Read more...] about Momma Kneads Dough for Cinnamon Rolls
Marjorie Todd Believes in Holistic Care for Senior Living
Sometimes the desires of our hearts and early life ventures can lead the way to a successful and fulfilling career. For Highgate Senior Living CEO Marjorie Todd, stepping into a hospital as a candy striper at age 14 ushered her on to a position as activity assistant at a senior living home just a … [Read more...] about Marjorie Todd Believes in Holistic Care for Senior Living
