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WELCOME TO JUNE! It's filled with celebrations throughout the month: Flag Day, Father's Day and the official kickoff of summer—although it feels like we've been there for a while already!

As we celebrated women in our last issue of Paradise Valley Lifestyle, it's time we do the same for the men in this community. This is your month gentleman!

We'd like to introduce you to, or familiarize you with, some influential men in this month's feature. Recognize they all bring something special to the community, unique in their own ways.

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Paradise Valley Lifestyle™ is published monthly by Lifestyle Publications LLC. It is distributed via the US Postal Service to some of the Paradise Valley areas’ most affluent neighborhoods. Articles and advertisements do not necessarily reflect Lifestyle Publications’ opinions. No portion of this magazine may be reproduced in any form without written consent. Lifestyle Publications does not assume responsibility for statements made by advertisers or editorial contributors. Information in Paradise Valley Lifestyle™ is gathered from sources considered to be reliable, but the accuracy of all information cannot be guaranteed.

INSIDE THE ISSUE JUNE 2018

FEATURES 20 Men Making an Impact Meet 4 Local Male Movers + Shakers

24 A Rugby Workout Get Fit with Moves Inspired by the Oldest Sport Ever Played

26 Relax & Light Up Cigars 101

34 The Miksta Brothers Jeff and Steve Miksta, Business

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Partners at VIP Mortgage, Help People Buy Their Dream Homes

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

13

Around Town

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Culinary Creations

24 Healthy Lifestyle 26 Hot Spot 31

Realty Report

32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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Third Annual I Heart NDP Breakfast On Wednesday, April 18, more than 250 people filled the Dale M. Jensen Gymnasium at Notre Dame Preparatory to listen to Arizona State University men’s basketball coach Bobby Hurley, the keynote speaker at the Annual I Heart NDP breakfast. In his talk, he shared stories about the lessons he has learned through sports and how they apply to life.

12th Annual Childhelp Wings Fashion Show Luncheon The event, held at the JW Marriott Camelback Inn Resort and Spa and co-chaired by Abby Leadon and Alexis Earnhardt, included a celebrity runway, live and silent auction and the latest trends from top brands like Dillard’s. It netted $185,000. Nick Ciletti hosted the event alongside actress Kat McNamara. Awardees included Luke Airforce Base, Childhelp Caring Award; The Kennedy Family, Childhelp Heart of An Angel Award. PHOTOGRAPHY BY GUDENSCHWAGER PHOTOGRAPHY INC.​

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AROUND TOWN

VIRGINIA G. PIPER CHARITABLE TRUST AWARDS GRANT TO ARIZONA HELPING HANDS Arizona Helping Hands has seen phenomenal growth in every phase of their operations over the past five years, growing into the largest provider of material items to make homes safer and lives better for the 15,000 boys and girls in the state’s foster care system.

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FRIED CHICKEN SANDWICH WITH JALAPEÑO SLAW INGREDIENTS (SANDWICH) 1 cup all-purpose flour 1/2 teaspoon ground paprika 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder Cayenne pepper, to taste Boneless, skinless chicken breasts Vegetable oil (as needed) Sesame seed bun Pickles

DIRECTIONS 1. Mix the flour, paprika, garlic powder and cayenne pepper together in a shallow bowl.

2. Fill your skillet with oil to about 1-inch deep and heat to 350 degrees.

3. Coat your chicken breasts in the flour and seasoning mixture, then carefully place them into the heated oil.

4. Cook until golden brown with an internal temperature of 165 degrees.

5. Lightly toast your sesame seed bun, then top with pickles, fried chicken breast and slaw to taste.

FOR THE SLAW Combine mayo, hot sauce, garlic and dill pickle juice with shredded red cabbage, pickled onions and candied jalapeños.

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2. Marinate the steak in the mixture for at least 30 minutes prior to grilling.

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T h e W e a lt h Planner Larry Lytle, First Vice President of RBC Wealth Management Larry Lytle’s path into wealth management was long but intentional. Sixteen years ago, he and his father reflected on the question, “If there were no barriers, what would you do with your day?” This led to monthly meetings to discuss potential careers.

“It was an amazing process. There’s a book in there somewhere,” he says.

As a financial adviser, he develops deep relationships with his clients and provides them with the tools needed to pursue their financial goals.

In the market, he says, everything matters, and that’s what makes it exciting.

“From

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advancements, it requires my engineering brain, my psychology brain and my history brain to all work together.”

Larry is currently helping his brother launch a foundation for his company, Equality Health, and has done boots-on-the-ground work in some of the roughest neighborhoods in Phoenix and Indianapolis.

He's also involved with Florence Crittenton, a nonprofit that aims to empower young women.

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The CEO Peter Fine, CEO and President of Banner Health To say that Peter Fine is busy is an understatement. As president and CEO of Phoenix-based Banner Health, he is at the helm of one of the nation’s largest secular, nonprofit health care organizations—one that employs about 50,000 people, has $7 billion in revenue and is Arizona’s largest private employer.

He started his career in health care administration because he wanted to “use my undergraduate management focus in a profession that also would give me the ability to do something valuable for people broadly,” he says.

He has some words of advice for up-and-coming executives: “Never compromise your sense of ethics. You always have to look at yourself in the mirror, and you never want to feel like you have to look away.”

He's proud of the work Banner Health has done to partner with the University of Arizona to formulate long-term stability for the training of physicians.

“I’m proud of our willingness to provide services that the community needs."

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MEN MAKING AN IMPACT

(CON TI N U ED)

The D e l i v e ry M a n John Stewart, CEO of Sunfare More than 10 years ago, John Stewart and his business partner, Carl Ferro, had a small nutrition consulting firm when they came upon a problem.

“Our clients were having trouble sticking to their diets because it was a ton of work,” John says.

That’s when the lightbulb went off.

“If we could make the meals for them, they’d be more likely to follow that piece of their training program.”

That idea blossomed into Sunfare, a healthy meal delivery service that now serves up to 1,000 people every day. As a pioneer in the meal delivery business, Sunfare attracts and retains its clients by focusing on meal customization.

“People have such diverse palates, and our ability to craft meals based on their tastes sets us apart,” Stewart says. “... Catering to each client’s individual needs has kept us in the game for so long.”

Sunfare positively impacts the community by regularly donating meals to local schools, charity fundraisers and homeless shelters.

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T h e H e a lt h Mechanic Michael J. Robb, Owner of Fix24 Wellness Studio Before he was Michael J. Robb, worldrenowned

chiropractic

physician,

he

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working in the nation’s nuclear weapons production program at the Department of Energy.

His unique background enables him to blend mechanical engineering with natural health care to give his patients an unparalleled experience.

“I look at the body from an engineering perspective, meaning I look at it as a whole and not just the diseased parts,” he says. “I like to see cases that other doctors have given up on.

This is where I dig deep.”

His team of doctors are highly trained in the biomechanics of the human body and aim to give every patient their lives back. He donates his time educating corporations all over the U.S. about how to avoid being a victim of spinal stenosis, the No. 1 reason for back-related surgeries in the country.

A self-proclaimed “Prescott Mountain Man,” he enjoys hunting and being outdoors with his family.

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HEALTHY LIFESTYLE

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A RUGBY WORKOUT RUGBY, THE OLDEST SPORT EVER PLAYED, IS ONE OF THE FASTEST-GROWING SPORTS WORLDWIDE. It is played with a football with 15 players on each team. In 1969, Bob Blakely and his fellow Arizona State University law students formed the first rugby team in Arizona, The Phoenix Rugby Club. The club’s emphasis is on fitness and skill development. It offers a place for men to come play to get in shape and join in camaraderie whether it’s at practices or when competing. There’s a bond among players like a fraternity, and players go out after the game to eat with the opposing team, fans, family and friends. PJ Rovinelli, president of the club, has been playing rugby for eight years. “If you are looking for a way to get in shape and working out at gyms, jogging or bicycling doesn’t seem to motivate you, consider rugby—a sport for all ages shapes and sizes," he says.

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HOT SPOT

RELA X & LIGHT UP CIGARS 101

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ARTICLE KATHLEEN BLAIR PHOTOGRAPHY DAVID APEJI

CIGAR SMOKING IS RECOGNIZED AS A WAY TO RELAX, AND ONE OF THE FINEST SMOKING LOUNGES IN THE VALLEY IS CHURCHILL’S FINE CIGARS LOCATED OFF CAMELBACK ROAD AND 44TH STREET. Noted as the largest cigar store in Arizona, Churchill’s offers a wide selection of the finest cigars that include many limited and hard to find cigars from the industry’s leading manufacturers.

Owner Bart Gerber, a former attorney, left the professional world to become an entrepreneur of fine cigars and spirits when he opened Churchill’s in February 1995. He has grown his business with three other locations: Ahwatukee, Glendale and Tempe.

“Churchill’s has built its reputation by offering exceptional service and the best selection of cigars in the Valley to be enjoyed in our relaxing smoking lounge or at home,” he says.

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HOT SPOT

(CON TI N U ED)

Cigars are 100 percent natural and are made from the tobacco leaf that is rolled up. Unlike cigarettes—where the tobacco is ground or shredded using scraps of the tobacco that has more than 300 chemicals in it—cigar tobacco is only the cigar leaf itself. Cigars are hand rolled with leaves that are fermented and cured. Also, when smoking a cigar, you do not inhale the smoke.

There are three primary regions where cigars are made: the Dominican Republic, Nicaragua and Honduras. Cigars also come in flavors like mint, cherry and vanilla. To ensure the freshness of the cigar, they need to be kept at 70 percent humidity and are best kept in a humidor.

WINSTON’S CIGAR BAR Inside Churchill’s smoking lounge, you’ll discover Winston's Cigar Bar which offers a full liquor bar with craft cocktails and beers, plus the largest selections of bourbons and single malt scotches in Arizona. Winston’s is a unique amenity to the smoking lounge as it combines the finest of spirits to be enjoyed with the finest of cigars.

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REALTY REPORT REALTY REPORT

NEIGHBORHOOD

PARADISE VALLEY

ORIGINAL PRICE

SOLD PRICE

%SOLD/ORIG

DOM

BDRMS

BATHS

$3,950,000

$4,457,000

113%

110

3

3.5

$825,000

$840,000

102%

34

4

3.5

Judson

$4,750,000

$4,800,000

101%

337

5

8

Rancho Del Monte

$1,380,000

$1,390,000

101%

35

4

3.5

Kachina Estates

$4,000,000

$4,000,000

100%

17

4

5

Bradley Acres

$3,200,000

$3,200,000

100%

263

5

5.5

Nob Hill Sites

$2,995,000

$2,995,000

100%

207

5

6.5

Citrus Homes

$2,450,000

$2,450,000

100%

182

6

8

Arcadian Terrace

$1,950,000

$1,950,000

100%

6

5

5.5

Camelback Ranchos

$1,850,000

$1,850,000

100%

42

3

3.5

E Jackrabbit

$991,500

$991,500

100%

59

3

3

Singletree Ranch

$899,950

$899,950

100%

53

3

2.5

Grove Park Estates

$849,900

$849,900

100%

4

4

3

Park Paradise

$750,000

$750,000

100%

35

4

3

Clearwater Hills

$1,599,750

$1,599,000

100%

24

3

3

Lafayette Villa 2

$1,695,000

$1,680,000

99%

70

4

4.5

Franciscan Terrace

$4,600,000

$4,558,000

99%

16

5

7

The Village At Mountain Shadows

$3,495,000

$3,463,300

99%

60

5

5.5

El Coronado Estates Amd

$767,500

$760,000

99%

162

4

2.5

Hidden Village 6

$979,000

$969,000

99%

95

4

3

Kensington Estates

$3,595,000

$3,550,000

99%

38

5

5

Arcadian Terrace

$1,299,000

$1,280,000

99%

75

5

5

Morning Glory Meadows

$6,100,000

$6,000,000

98%

392

5

7

Ingleside Club Tr

$2,195,000

$2,150,000

98%

42

5

4.5

Mummy Mt Park

$2,350,000

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98%

233

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Morton Mesa Middleton Homes

This data is a sampling of sold properties from 4/1/18-4/30/18. Source: IRES MLS system.

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*MLS Data for 85255, 85262, 85266 - above 750,000 from Jan 1 2017 to date.

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JUNE

LIFESTYLE CALENDAR

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HERMOSA INN SUMMER IN PARADISE GETAWAY

BLUSH ROSÉ FESTIVAL

FLORA AND FAUNA

The Clayton House

Scottsdale Artists’ School

Hermosa Inn

Rosé enthusiasts are in for a treat

9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 18-22. Ex-

Through September 30. Rates start-

this summer with Blush Internation-

plore the elements of Earth in all of its

ing from $149, plus tax and resort fee

al Rosé Festival. Guests can “rosé all

realms: from deserts, forests, tundras

of $30, which includes valet park-

day” in the cool indoors with unlimited

and island volcanoes. Students will

ing, overnight accommodations, two

tastings of more than 75 rosé variet-

create art inspired by nature and the

drink tickets upon arrival per room,

ies, and choose from three sessions:

living organisms that call these places

$25 daily F&B credit, daily poolside

Bubbles + Brunch, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.;

home. $325 (supplies included). For

treats, upgrade upon arrival (based

Tapas Experience, 3 p.m. to 6 p.m.;

teens. ScottsdaleArtSchool.org

on availability) and early check-in/

or Eat, Drink & Rosé, 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

late check-out (based on availability.)

BlushInternationalRoseFestival.com

For more information, visit HermosaInn.com or call 602.955.8614.

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CAREER CONNECTORS

SCOTTSDALE FAHRENHEIT FESTIVAL: ARMS, LEGS AND KEGS

SUMMER ESCAPE TO SONOITA

21 Highlands Church

Discover Career Connectors, a nonprofit organization connecting professionals

WestWorld of Scottsdale

to quality resources and hiring compa-

Kief-Joshua Vineyards

Participants can watch the nation’s

nies. There are three events—available

Available through August 31. For just

most lucrative arm wrestling contest

at no cost—held each month. Each

$154, couples can enjoy an overnight

featuring the World’s Greatest Arm

event includes professional speak-

stay at the Kief-Joshua Vineyards

Wrestler, Travis Bagent, as well as

ers with presentations on relevant job

bed-and-breakfast with two sou-

get cooled off by enjoying the best

search topics, three-four featured hir-

venir glasses, and complimentary

craft beers and cocktails. The Ari-

ing companies, networking, resume

wine tastings at Kief-Joshua Vine-

zona Ales & Cocktails Festival will

help, career coaches, LinkedIn coaches

yards, The Village of Elgin Winery and

feature top mixologists M Culinary

and business portraits. For more infor-

Sonoita Vineyards. Make reservations

and the Arizona Craft Brewers Guild.

mation, visit CareerConnectors.org

by phone, 520.455.5582. Kief-Josh-

ScottsdaleFahrenheitFestival.com

or call 480.442.5806.

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SCOTTSDALE BEAT THE HEAT: HOTTEST RACE ON EARTH

REALISTIC ART

WestWorld of Scottsdale

9:39 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. June 25-29.

Park

The 10.22-kilometer race, and a

Enhance your studio practices such

Enjoy free concerts every Sunday eve-

shorter 5K race, will take place

as proportion, technique and color

ning with a variety of local bands. With

throughout the grounds of West-

theory in this skill-building class. In-

classic rock, retro ‘80s, country, rhythm

World, just days before the hot-

structor will guide students through

and blues and retro ‘90s, there’s some-

test day to ever be recorded in

the stages of creating realistic art:

thing for everyone. June 3: December

Phoenix. The gun will go off at

concept sketching, composition de-

‘63 - Frankie Valli & The Four Seasons

2:47 p.m. sharp, the time of day

sign and painting techniques. This

tribute; June 10: Mirage - Fleetwood

in 1990 when thermometers in

portfolio-level class will include dem-

Mac tribute; June 17: Groove Mer-

the

area

os, individual attention and critiques.

chants - rock, R&B, funk; June 24: One

struck 122 degrees on June 26.

$325 (supplies included). For teens.

of These Nights - Eagles tribute.

ScottsdaleFahrenheitFestival.com

ScottsdaleArtSchool.org

ua Vineyards is located at 370 Elgin Road, Elgin, AZ 85611

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