Below you'll find a listing of all of our past events. Check out the details for each and find out who went home a winner!
THIS EVENT IS SOLD OUT. Tickets are no longer available. WE'RE RAISING THE ROOF! We'll celebrate ALL the People & Projects to Know chosen for the 2024 PTK magazine at an exciting magazine launch party, 4:00-7:00 p.m. November 9, at The Grove, at 4300 E. Camelback, Phoenix. Uber is highly encouraged, and valet parking is complimentary.
Since 1931, Financial Executives International has been recognized globally as the leading organization for senior-level financial executives. FEI AZ is proud to present the 2023 CFO of the Year Awards. This event is the most prestigious financial executive awards in Arizona and the one not to miss. We will celebrate the finalists 6:00-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, November 8 at Chateau Luxe. Attire is cocktail. TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
The AZBIG 100 includes people and companies that will help shape Arizona's business environment in 2024. Nominate a person or company that is making an impact in Arizona's business landscape. The editorial board for Az Business/AZRE magazine will meet with Arizona industry leaders to then identify the 100 people and companies that will be recognized in the January/February 2024 issue of Az Business. There is no event taking place with this recognition. NOMINATION DEADLINE EXTENDED.
Az Big Media, In partnership with BestCompaniesAZ presents Arizona’s Most Admired Companies (MAC), a business awards program designed to recognize the contributions and impact all Arizona employers bring to our great state. Based on five pillars, this is the most comprehensive and prestigious company-based business award program in Arizona. FIVE PILLARS OF MAC: Leadership Excellence, Workplace Culture, Corporate and Social Responsibility, Customer Opinion and Innovation. Honorees and spotlight award winners will be celebrated in-person event 5:00-8:30 p.m., Thursday, October 5 at Chateau Luxe at 1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, 85024. The event theme is "Mardi Gras." Attire is business or cocktail in Mardi Gras colors of purple, gold and green.
The 2023 Arizona Excellence in Banking is an editorial-only awards program published within the pages of the November/December issue of Az Business Magazine. We will spotlight banking leaders and learn about the financial services institutions that have achieved levels of excellence that help drive Arizona’s business community. Categories for Arizona Excellence in Banking 2023 are: Banks of the Year, Bankers of the Year, Credit Unions of the Year, Credit Union Leaders of the Year and Community Impact. There is no event taking place with this recognition. NOMINATIONS ARE OPEN THROUGH AUGUST 25, 2023.
The 2023 Az Business Angels is an editorial-only awards program published within the pages of the November/December issue of Az Business Magazine. AZ Business Angels will recognize and honor and Arizona’s nonprofit community and the corporate leaders who support them and champion their causes. There is no event taking place with this recognition. NOMINATIONS CLOSE AUGUST 25, 2023.
Our Az Business and AZ Commercial Real Estate magazine will celebrate and honor the publication's lists of the 2023 Most Influential Women in Arizona! The award will only be given to a woman once in her lifetime. The awards recognize women in real estate, business, nonprofits and other leadership or influential roles in the July/August 2023 issue, on its cover and at an awards ceremony to be held 5:00-8:30 p.m. Thursday, August 17, 2023, at Chateau Luxe, at 1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, 85024. The event theme is "All that Glitters..." TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Get ready for the 9th annual AZRE Forum. This year, we're switching it up a bit! We will have a keynote speaker AND we'll bring together some of Arizona's most influential commercial real estate leaders to share their thoughts for a mid-year industry update. The AZRE Forum takes place 3:00-6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 3 at Orange Tree Golf Resort in Scottsdale. TICKETS ARE ON SALE NOW!
Champions of Change will recognize those dynamic innovators and trailblazers who are changing Arizona's business landscape through leadership, visionary thinking and philanthropy to earn the right to be called a Champion of Change. Champions of Change will honor both individuals and organizations. We will celebrate all finalists and honorees 11:00-1:30 p.m. Thursday, May 18, 2023 at Orange Tree Golf Resort. TICKETS ON SALE NOW!!
In partnership with the Association of Corporate Counsel and the State Bar of Arizona, Az Business magazine will recognize the important and vital role that in-house counsel plays at the 2023 Arizona Corporate Counsel Awards. Finalists represent the finest legal expertise across all industries in the private and public sectors. We will celebrate the finalists and honorees at an in-person awards event 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 30, 2023 at Chateau Luxe. Tickets are on sale now!
The Real Estate and Development (RED) Awards — which are considered the Academy Awards of Arizona’s commercial real estate industry — honor the year’s top architects, contractors, developers and projects. We will celebrate the finalists and honorees at an in-person awards event 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 16 at Chateau Luxe. Attire is business or cocktail. THE EVENT IS SOLD OUT!
Since 1931, Financial Executives International has been recognized globally as the leading organization for senior-level financial executives. FEI AZ is proud to present the 2022 CFO of the Year Awards. This event is the most prestigious financial executive awards in Arizona and the one not to miss. We will celebrate the finalists 6:00-8:30 p.m. Thursday, November 10 at Chateau Luxe. Tickets are on sale now.
Help us celebrate the People and Projects to Know in Commercial Real Estate – at the PTK 2023 edition magazine launch party! Our event will include catered hors d'oeuvres by TLC catering, beverages, DJ P-body, networking and tours of the brand new 999 Playa Del Norte building. The 2023 PTK launch party will be held at 999 E. Playa Del Norte, Tempe, 85281.
In partnership with BestCompaniesAZ, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies (MAC) is an awards program designed to recognize the contributions and impact all Arizona employers bring to our great state. This is the most comprehensive and prestigious award program in Arizona. All honorees will be celebrated at an in-person awards dinner and ceremony 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, October 13, 2022 at Chateau Luxe, at 1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85024. Attire is business or incorporate your company's logo into your fun business wear. There is parking directly next to and to the east of the venue. There is no valet service during the event. Please let us know with your order if you or your guest(s) require a vegan meal.
Our Az Business and AZ Commercial Real Estate magazine will celebrate and honor the publications lists of the 2022 Most Influential Women in Arizona! The awards recognize women in real estate, business, nonprofits and other leadership or influential roles in the July/August 2022 issue, on its cover and at an awards ceremony to be held 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, August 25, 2022, at Chateau Luxe, at 1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85024. Attire is business and/or *bling*. Tables and sponsorship packages are available. Email Publisher Amy Lindsey at Amy.Lindsey@azbigmedia.com with questions about sponsorships. Email Marketing and Events Specialist Lynette Carrington at Lynette.Carrington@azbigmedia.com to confirm your attendance, purchase tickets, or with questions about the event.
Get ready for the 8th annual AZRE Forum! This year, we'll bring together some of Arizona's most influential commercial real estate leaders to share their thoughts for a mid-year industry update. The year 2021 was a momentous one, and the market is now hotter than ever! AZRE Forum takes place 3:00-6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 4 at The Arizona Biltmore at 2400 E. Missouri, Phoenix, 85016. Our theme will be "Industrial Revolution." We’ll have a lot of engaging topics to talk about at this event, with two full broker panels AND two full development panels.
LIGHTS... CAMERA... ACTION! Get an in-depth look at the current trends in commercial and residential real estate and the hospitality industry in Tempe, with Fueling the Economy - City of Tempe. The event will include three panels of industry experts discussing the most relevant topics and what is on the horizon for Tempe real estate! Development, Hospitality and Housing Panels will all be included in the exciting discussions. We're rolling out the red carpet and holding Fueling the Economy - City of Tempe at a unique venue! The event takes place 3:00-6:00 p.m. Tuesday, May 17 at Harkins Tempe Marketplace, located at 2000 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., #1160, Tempe, AZ 85281. A fun catered hors d'oeuvres and dessert box, and a wine or beer are included with the purchase price of a ticket. Tickets are on sale now! Mayor Corey Woods will be speaking at the event, providing valuable City of Tempe industry-related information and developments! Industry insiders will provide expert insight into the robust developments that are happening now and in the coming years in Tempe.
Ranking Arizona is celebrating it's 25th Anniversary! It will be the biggest and best Ranking Arizona ever! Ranking Arizona VOTING CONTINUES through July 31, 2022 in categories: Advertising & Marketing, Business Services, Entertainment, Finance & Professional, Healthcare, Manufacturing & Technology, Real Estate - Commercial, Real Estate - Residential, Retail and Tourism. We will celebrate all the Ranking Arizona winners at a 25th Anniversary bash to be held 6:30-9:30 p.m. Thursday, April 21 at OdySea Aquarium, 9500 E. Via de Ventura, Suite A-100, Scottsdale, 85256. Attire is fish-ness casual. Each ticket includes admission to the lower level of OdySea, hors d'oeuvres, desserts and a drink ticket good for wine or beer.
In partnership with the Association of Corporate Counsel and the State Bar of Arizona, Az Business magazine will recognize the important and vital role that in-house counsel plays at the 2022 Arizona Corporate Counsel Awards. Finalists represent the finest legal expertise across all industries in the private and public sectors. We will celebrate the finalists and winners at an in-person awards event 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 24 at The Scottsdale Plaza Resort, 7200 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale, 85253. Attire is business.
The Real Estate and Development (RED) Awards — which are considered the Academy Awards of Arizona’s commercial real estate industry — honor the year’s top architects, contractors, developers and projects. We had well over 100 projects to consider and we will celebrate all finalists at an in-person awards event 5:30-8:30 p.m. Thursday, March 10 at Embassy Suites by Hilton Scottsdale Resort's Chaparral Conference Center. Tickets are on sale now! Az Big Media will have a company on-site at this event that will provide voluntary rapid COVID-19 testing. THIS IS NOT A REQUIREMENT FOR ATTENDANCE. AZ Big Media recommends event attendees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have received a negative COVID-19 test within the 72 hours prior to attending in-person events, BUT IT IS NOT REQUIRED. Additionally, we ask that all event attendees follow safety protocols based on CDC and local guidance at live events. AZ Big Media will have supplemental safety protocols in place for additional measure, such as hand sanitizing stations, available face masks and social distancing. Our staff will not be in attendance if they have tested positive for COVID-19 or have knowingly been exposed to anyone who has COVID-19 within the past 14 days and expect all event attendees to do the same. You acknowledge that you are aware of the risks involved with attending an event during the COVID-19 pandemic and acknowledge that you are choosing to do so on your own accord. Furthermore, you agree to waive and release Az Big Media from liability for any claim, including any claim related to COVID-19.
Champions of Change will recognize those dynamic innovators and trailblazers who are changing Arizona's business landscape through leadership, visionary thinking and philanthropy to earn the right to be called a Champion of Change. Champions of Change will honor both individuals and organizations. Nominations are closed. Honorees will be recognized and celebrated in the pages of the May/June issue of Az Business Magazine.
THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELED. Thank you for your interest in the Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona networking event. Our top priority is the well-being of our clients, customers, partners, employees, and event attendees. With that well-being in mind, we have decided the current climate is not right to host a networking event, so we have canceled the Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona gathering for 2022. Anyone who bought a ticket to the networking event will be issued a full refund, or you can use it to attend our upcoming Arizona Corporate Counsel Awards on March 24, 2022, where we will be honoring the top in-house attorneys in Arizona. Thank you for understanding. Az Business magazine’s Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona are compiled each year by using an independent algorithm that weighs professional ratings, accomplishments and industry impact to determine the 100 most prolific attorneys in Arizona. The annual compilation is Arizona’s most distinguished legal list and accolade. All 100 lawyers will be featured in the January/February issue of Az Business Magazine.
NOMINATIONS ARE CLOSED.
Nominations are closed. This awards program will recognize and honor and Arizona’s nonprofit community and the corporate leaders who support them and champion their causes. All winners will be celebrated in our upcoming issue of Az Business Angels.
TICKETS ON SALE NOW. In partnership with BestCompaniesAZ, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies (MAC) is an awards program designed to recognize the contributions and impact all Arizona employers bring to our great state. This is the most comprehensive and prestigious award program in Arizona. Nominations are closed June 18, 2021.
AZ Big Media has rescheduled the 2020 AZ Business Innovation Awards for September 30, 2021. The event is presented by Keyser and is open only to honorees and their chosen guests. This program will honor organizations and individuals leading by disruption and stretching the limits of how business is done. Innovation comes in many forms – from the creation of new revolutionary ideas, to the changes used to create existing products – it’s what drives success. Arizona is home to some of the most cutting-edge innovative companies in the country. From med-tech and real estate, to engineering, education and manufacturing – Arizona continues to produce and attract some of the most talented leaders in the country. Due to space considerations, the event takes place September 30, 2021 for honorees and their selected guests only. For this event, we have limited attendees and will follow all COVID-19 mandates as directed by the City of Phoenix.
Thank you for your interest in the Fueling the Economy – City of Tempe event originally scheduled for Thursday, September 23. Due to the lingering effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, and out of an abundance of caution, we will be rescheduling this event for a future date.
Our Az Business and AZ Commercial Real Estate magazine will celebrate and honor the publication's lists of the 2021 Most Influential Women in Arizona, celebrating its 10th anniversary! The awards recognize women in real estate, business, nonprofits and other leadership or influential roles in the July/August 2021 issue, on its cover and at an awards ceremony to be held 5:30-8:30 p.m. at Chateau Luxe at 1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, AZ 85024. Our special guest co-host of the event is Olympic gold medalist and Valley resident, Misty Hyman. Tickets are on sale now! For this event, we have limited table attendees and will follow all COVID-19 mandates as directed by the City of Phoenix.
The year of 2020 was unpredictable, and we're now stepping up to honor the 2020 class of Most Influential Women to let them shine! Az Business and AZRE magazines celebrate and honor the publications’ lists of the Most Influential Women in Arizona for 2020. The 2020 Most Influential Women Awards event will take place 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Chateau Luxe at 1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, 85024. Our special guest co-host for the event is Lin Sue Cooney, director of community engagement for Hospice of the Valley and respected former Valley news anchor. The 2020 Most Influential Women will be celebrated and honored at this awards dinner event 5:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, August 25, 2021 at Chateau Luxe at 1175 E. Lone Cactus Drive, Phoenix, 85024. Tables and individual tickets are on sale now!
Get ready for the 7th annual AZRE Forum! This year, we’ll gather in-person to bring together some of Arizona’s most influential commercial real estate leaders to share their thoughts for a mid-year industry update. The year 2020 was a momentous one, and we’ll have a lot of engaging topics to talk about at this event. The AZRE Forum takes place 3:00-6:00 p.m. Thursday, August 5, 2021 at The Clayton House, located at 3719 N. 75th Street, Scottsdale, 85251. Only 200 tickets are available and they are on sale now!
In partnership with the Association of Corporate Counsel and the State Bar of Arizona, Az Business magazine will recognize the important and vital role that in-house counsel plays at the 2021 Arizona Corporate Counsel Awards. Finalists represent the finest legal expertise across all industries in the private, public and nonprofit sectors.
The Real Estate and Development (RED) Awards — which are considered the Academy Awards of Arizona’s commercial real estate industry — honor the year’s top brokers, architects, contractors, developers and projects.
This virtual awards program will recognize, honor and bring together Arizona’s nonprofit community with the corporate leaders who support them.
AZ Business magazine and Best Companies AZ are proud to bring you the 11th Annual Most Admired Companies Awards in a virtual format. Join the celebration and help us honor this years group of Most Admired Companies.
AZ Business magazine will host a panel of Arizona’s most innovative technology experts to discuss the ever-evolving world of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Experts will discuss how AI is changing the way they do business and more.
For the 6th consecutive year, AZRE is bringing together some of Arizona's most influential commercial real estate leaders to share their thoughts for a mid-year industry update. Register today to secure access to this virtual event!
Az Business magazine’s Top 100 Lawyers in Arizona are compiled each year by using an independent algorithm that weighs professional ratings, accomplishments and industry impact to determine the 100 most prolific attorneys in Arizona. The annual compilation is the state’s most distinguished legal list and accolade.
In partnership with the Association of Corporate Counsel and the State Bar of Arizona, Az Business Magazine will recognize the important and vital role that in-house counsel plays at the 2020 Arizona Corporate Counsel Awards. Finalists represent the finest legal expertise across all industries in the private, public and nonprofit sectors.
The CFO of the Year Awards, hosted by the Arizona Chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI), recognize the top chief financial officers in Arizona. Nominations are now being accepted for the 2019 FEI Arizona Chapter’s CFO of the Year awards!
In partnership with Arizona Community Foundation, Az Business magazine presents the 2019 AZ Business Angels Awards! This award program will recognize, honor and bring together Arizona’s nonprofit community with the corporate leaders who support them. We will also engage the nonprofit leaders of Arizona and pay tribute to the leaders of Arizona's for-profit organizations that support community initiatives.
Help us celebrate all the People and Projects to Know in Commercial Real Estate – 2020 Edition!
AZ Business magazine will host a panel of Arizona’s most innovative technology experts to discuss the ever-evolving world of cybersecurity. Panel experts discuss how Artificial Intelligence is changing business.
The goal of Arizona Excellence in Banking editorial nominations is to spotlight the financial institutions that are impacting Arizona’s business environment and the communities in which we live and work. Honorable mentions will be featured in the November/December issue of Az Business magazine.
In partnership with BestCompaniesAZ, Arizona’s Most Admired Companies (MAC) is an awards program designed to recognize the contributions and impact all Arizona employers bring to our great state. This is the most comprehensive and prestigious award program in Arizona.
Arizona's Most Influential Women will be honored and celebrated for their impact on their organizations, the region's business climate and our communities. Save the date for this exciting evening to connect and celebrate! Meet 2019's Most Influential Women in Arizona...
AZRE magazine will host a panel of Arizona’s top commercial real estate experts yielding in-depth discussions of local economics, development and the state of the industry. This year’s Forum will include two panels of experts – with focuses on Brokerage and Development.
Industry Leaders of Arizona celebrates top professionals in key industries throughout Arizona. All award winners and honorable mentions will be celebrated on May 2. Purchase tickets!
For over 20 years, Arizona's largest business opinion poll annually ranks companies based on those with whom voters want to do business. We are celebrating the amazing businesses listed in the 2019 edition of Ranking Arizona magazine at the Best of the Best Bash!
The Real Estate Development Awards (RED) represent the largest commercial real estate event of the year. Honored are the biggest, best and most notable commercial real estate projects and deals. Among those recognized are developers, contractors, architects and brokers.
Financial Executives International hosts the CFO of the Year Awards which are given to professionals for outstanding performance in their roles as corporate financial stewards. This is the most prestigious awards program for financial executives. The program provides many benefits to the business community by highlighting the important roles that financial executives play within the region. In addition to the awards, we'll publish a special report that will accompany the November/December issues of Az Business magazine.
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Az Business Magazine is dedicated to bringing the stories of healthcare leaders, innovators, researchers and advocates to its readers.
The RED Awards recognize the Developer, General Contractor, Architect and Broker/teams. Winners and finalist will be featured in the special RED Awards section of the March/April issue of AZRE Magazine as well as honored at the annual awards dinner.
Az Business magazine is proud to present the Industry Leaders of Arizona Awards, which celebrates top leaders in key industries in Arizona and recognizes the contributions and impacts these top leaders in key industries have within Arizona.
AZ Business magazine would like to recognize the important and vital role that in-house counsel plays in the success of a business and acknowledge the accomplishments of leading in-house attorneys within the Arizona business community — with the Arizona Corporate Counsel Awards.
The CFO of the Year Awards are given to professionals for outstanding performance in their roles as corporate financial stewards. This program provides many benefits to the business community by highlighting the important roles that financial executives play within the region. In addition to the awards, we’ll publish a special report that will accompany the November/December issues of Az Business Magazine.
The forum will spotlight the developments and innovations happening in Arizona and explore how those breakthroughs are impacting the state and changing the world.
Arizona’s Most Admired Companies is an awards program designed to recognize the contributions and impact all Arizona employers bring to our great state.
A crowd of nearly 400 packed Chateau Luxe in Phoenix Thursday to honor 2016’s Most Admired Companies in Arizona.
They are women changing the face of Arizona business–they are trailblazers, innovators, groundbreakers, and leaders of men. Based on nominations, Az Business Magazine and AZRE will compile a list of women who earned the right to call themselves one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona.
AZRE Forum is Arizona’s mid-year update and forecast. AZRE magazine will host a panel of Arizona’s top commercial real estate experts, yielding in-depth discussions of economics, development, and state of the industry.
Az Business Magazine is dedicated to bringing the stories of healthcare leaders, innovators, researchers and advocates to its readers.
The Best of the Best bash recognizes the companies that you, the community, vote for as your favorites to do business with. This celebration recognizes ALL of the amazing companies featured in the annual publication.
On Thursday, March 16, AZRE presented this year’s RED Awards to a winner in each of the 11 project categories as well as awards for the best architect, contractor and developer of the year. Here’s a look and recap of the festivities for this year’s RED Awards.
On Thursday evening, business leaders from across Arizona gathered at the Camelback Golf Club for the Industry Leaders of Arizona Awards.
Effective corporate counsel has never been more important than it is in today’s new and ever-evolving knowledge-based economy. Thursday night, Az Business magazine recognized the important and vital role that in-house counsel plays in the success of a business with the Arizona Corporate Counsel Awards (ACC Awards).
The CFO of the Year Awards are given to professionals for outstanding performance in their roles as corporate financial stewards. This program provides many benefits to the business community by highlighting the important roles that financial executives play within the region. In addition to the awards, we’ll publish a special report that will accompany the November/December issues of Az Business Magazine.
The leaders profiled in Az Business Leaders are the most innovative entrepreneurs and the best and brightest of Arizona business leaders.
The forum will spotlight the developments and innovations happening in Arizona and explore how those breakthroughs are impacting the state and changing the world.
They are women changing the face of Arizona business–they are trailblazers, innovators, groundbreakers, and leaders of men. Based on nominations, Az Business Magazine and AZRE will compile a list of women who earned the right to call themselves one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona.
Last night, AZ Big Media hosted the AZRE Forum, where a packed crowd of commercial real estate pros listened in on a mid-year market update from some of the Valley’s premiere experts.
Ranking Arizona 2016 has just been released and now it’s time to celebrate the best Arizona has to offer in the world of business.
Nearly 500 people packed the Camelback Inn Thursday as the Arizona Chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI) presented the 2015 CFO of the Year Awards.
The Arizona Chapter of Financial Executives International (FEI) handed out its annual CFO of the Year Awards Thursday during a ceremony at the Camelback Inn in Scottsdale.
They are women changing the face of Arizona business–they are trailblazers, innovators, groundbreakers, and leaders of men. Based on nominations, Az Business Magazine and AZRE will compile a list of women who earned the right to call themselves one of the Most Influential Women in Arizona.
AZ Business magazine and BestCompaniesAZ presented the winners of the 2013 Arizona’s Most Admired Companies Awards on Thursday at the Ritz Carlton in Phoenix.
Ranking Arizona Best of the Best Bash scheduled for March 26 has been postponed. Please check back for updated event details.
