Leadership: Andrew Rodin, head of school; Kathy Peters, CFO

Website: pcds.org

What it does: The only independent, pre-k through 12th grade school located on a 40-acre campus in the heart of Phoenix.

How it leads: PCDS stands among the top independent schools in the nation. The school is currently ahead of schedule in an ambitious capital campaign. The $22 million campaign, which has brought a state of the art competition pool, a second gymnasium to meet the demands of a popular athletic program and a cutting-edge academic building that will serve as a hub for art, science, and innovation.

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.