Leadership: Jim Swanson, president and CEO
Website: kitchell.com
What it does: Building company providing everything from development and program management to construction and facility management.
How it leads: Kitchell has led the charge in innovations that improve processes, safety and enhance the commercial construction industry. Recently, the company was the first in the region to establish an off-site prefabrication facility, building a safer, more streamlined process and environment for constructing everything from headwalls to bathroom components. In addition, Swanson is co-chairing the Classrooms First Initiative Council, which is looking at how classrooms are funded and developing a system of reform.
Honor the 2017 Industry Leaders of Arizona at the awards ceremony and dinner on Feb. 23 at the JW Marriott Camelback Inn. Purchase tickets here.
