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WOMEN OF NORTH SCOTTSDALE Bold, Daring and Dedicated, These Community Leaders Know How to Make a Difference ARTICLE MICHELLE TALSMA EVERSON & DANIELLE ACCOVELLI
K I M B A N K O F I E R COMMUNITY RELATIONS MANAGER, VI AT SILVERSTONE
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nearly lifelong Scottsdale resident, Kim Bankofier has been involved in the local community in a variety of capacities. “I have a lot of experience in a multitude of activities—from school years at Kiva Elementary, Xavier Prep and U of A to my work involvement at Scottsdale Citizen Magazine, Westworld, Russ Lyon Realty, and currently Vi at Silverstone,” she says. “These opportunities have allowed me to be actively involved in meaningful aspects of this community. I also had the great opportunities of being involved as a board member at my church, St. Patrick Catholic Community, and Notre Dame Preparatory High School.” “My greatest contribution to the community would be using my Godgiven gifts of networking in ways to help as many people as possible: business to business, nonprofits, mentoring and more,” she adds. “From my position as current Director of Women of Scottsdale to my role as Co-Chair of the Host Committee for the Charles Schwab Cup golf tournament, I truly enjoy connecting all the different resources that make these projects more productive and successful. In my current position at Vi at Silverstone, helping people understand the benefits of a Lifecare community or navigating senior living is another way I can be of help.” 24
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Bankofier has been married for 24 years to her husband, Todd, and the pair has three children. GET TO KNOW KIM BANKOFIER: WHAT MAKES YOU SO PASSIONATE ABOUT YOUR COMMUNITY?
I am passionate about our community because I was incredibly blessed to grow up here. When you really love something you need to take care of it. WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE QUOTE OR SAYING?
“You make a living by what you get, you make a life by what you give,” -Winston Churchill. WHO IS YOUR FAVORITE WOMAN FROM EITHER CURRENT TIMES OR HISTORY?
Other than my amazing mom, who has always been a great example of giving, love and sacrifice to all six of her children, I would have to say Lucille Ball. Anyone that knows me knows that it’s funny movies and comedy that bring me light in a sometimes too serious world. -MTE