Az Big Media will be profiling one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona for 2025 each day leading up to the celebratory dinner on August 21, 2025. Today, meet Jaime Burt, vice president, administration, Credit Union West.
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Jaime Burt, Credit Union West
Background: Burt is recognized for her distinguished leadership and enduring contributions. With two decades of dedicated service, she has championed strategic growth, operational excellence, and cultural advancement, earning widespread respect as a valued and accomplished executive.
Source of pride: “One of my proudest accomplishments has been to lead the construction of seven new branches and five remodels—despite having no prior experience in construction or design. With the support of our Branch Strategies Committee, I’ve grown into our organization’s lead on build and design efforts, driven by passion, curiosity, and determination.”
Professional advice: “Lead with honesty, passion, and authenticity. Embrace every opportunity as a chance to grow, stay curious, and keep an open mind. A genuine desire to learn and evolve will set you apart and empower you to thrive in any environment.”
Surprising fact: “Few would guess I spent my 20s racing a souped-up ’92 Honda Civic at Firebird Raceway—‘Fast & Furious’ style. Life has been a mix of fast, wild, and unexpectedly grounded moments. Today, I enjoy a quieter pace with my husband, our two blue heelers, and a long-living backyard tortoise.”
Celebratory dinner
The 2025 honorees will be celebrated at a special awards dinner on August 21, 2025, at Chateau Luxe in Phoenix. Sponsors of the Most Influential Women in Arizona reception and dinner include presenting sponsor Phillips Law Foundation, cover photo shoot sponsor Greenberg Traurig, VIP red carpet sponsor Vertex Education and Legacy Traditional Schools, dessert sponsor Silver Cain, beverage sponsor Arizona Escrow & Financial Corporation, 360 photo booth sponsor Clayco, digital sponsor Ganem Companies, fine jewelry sponsor Osborne Jewelers, and special gift sponsor Tarbell’s. Get tickets here.
