more to Life than money

Kathy Tilque served as President/CEO of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce from 1996 to 2020, capping a 32-year career in the industry. Following her retirement, she was elected to the Gilbert Town Council in 2020, serving as Vice Mayor in 2023 before retiring in 2025 to lead the Gilbert Advocacy Center Foundation, which supports victims of violent crimes. While on Council, Kathy spearheaded the crea...

Casey Lane is a sports business executive with almost 20 years of sponsorship and strategy experience. He grew up on a cattle ranch on the Central Coast of California where he was actively involved in sports (Rodeo, Football, Baseball), FFA (holding numerous local and regional leadership positions) and working on the ranch. Casey graduated from Cal Poly San Luis Obispo in 1998 with a degree in Agr...

Brendon Trayner is a 20-year veteran of public safety. He currently works as a Captain, paramedic, hazmat technician, and recruit training officer. Brendon also served as an executive board member for the IAFF overseeing recruitment and promotional processes. He is the author of the best-selling book Fire Interview: The Storyteller Method which went to number 1 on amazon and is selling in 5 countr...

Tad Peelen is the Operating Partner at Joe's Real BBQ in Gilbert, and also owns Topo Arizona and Joe's Farm Grill with his long-time business partners. He worked for American Airlines for many years before moving back to the Valley, and has made Gilbert his home since 1997. Tad served on the Town of Gilbert's Economic Development Advisory Board, as Board President of Gilbert Cares and was a Truste...

With over 30 years of experience in retail management, more than 20 personal relocations, and 12 years as a dedicated real estate relocation expert, Annmarie brings unmatched insight, empathy, and expertise to every client she serves. Her personal journey - having relocated across the country numerous times - gives her a deep understanding of the logistical and emotional challenges that come with...

Howard C. Morrison is a longtime Gilbert, Arizona resident and partner in Morrison Ranch, a 2,000-acre master-planned community where he also serves as director of the Morrison Ranch Community Council. He holds a Doctor of Ministry from Phoenix Seminary, a Th. M. from Dallas Theological Seminary (where he was recognized as the outstanding graduate), and a B.S. in Agriculture from the University of...

Maria Hesse serves as a Professor of Practice in the higher education program at Arizona State University. From 2009-2019, she served as Vice Provost for Academic Partnerships at ASU. Prior to joining the ASU administration, Dr. Hesse served as President and CEO for Chandler-Gilbert Community College, one of the Maricopa Community Colleges. During her 25 years in the Maricopa Community College sys...

Adelaida V. Severson, Ph. D., is President and CEO of Bushtex, Inc., a satellite communications firm, specializing in remote broadcast transmissions worldwide. Bushtex was founded by Adelaida and her late husband, Barry, in 1994. Born to and raised in Hawaii, Dr. Severson graduated with a B.A. in Journalism and International Relations from the University of Southern California. She received a Mast...

LuAnn's experience and passion for senior living interior design inspired her to launch a company exclusively dedicated to it. Founded in 2006, Thoma-Holec Design's award-winning communities are known for their unique, welcoming, and meaningful spaces designed to enhance resident and staff experiences throughout the US and Canada. A revered expert in senior living interior design, LuAnn has earned...

Josh has been in the financial services industry since 2014, he holds his Series 7, 66, and life and health certifications. He strives to help clients obtain financial success while educating and empowering them to make good decisions. Everyone knows him as an others-first person, he genuinely cares about helping others succeed. At Rayhons Financial Solutions, Josh works with clients to help them...

Dallas Sloan is the Co-founder of Colair Beauty Lounge & Med Spa, where she has transformed her 15 years of experience in the beauty and wellness industry into a thriving business. Beginning her journey as a Cosmetologist, Dallas later pursued Business Management at MacEwan University in Canada, blending her creative skills with business acumen. Dallas is a true trailblazer in the industry and sin...

Trisha Kelly was the Warehouse Department Head at Parker and Sons, one of America's largest home services companies of its kind, for 10+ years.  She also oversaw the fleet of 600+ vehicles, building security and maintenance, office purchasing, uniforms, renovations, company parties/functions, team member awards and acknowledgements, and many other functions. She is a wife and mother of 2 amazing g...

Tim serves as the President of CommonSpirit's Central Region, overseeing the health system's expansive operations across Arizona, Nevada, Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska, and North Dakota. With a 30-year career in healthcare leadership, he has made a significant impact as a senior executive for both large and small hospitals and as a regional chief executive managing multi-hospital systems in major urba...