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August 2018 contents FEATURES

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20 | Scottsdale by Design Talking commercial development with Airpark architecture firms 24 | Airpark Architecture Aces Six must-see structures in Scottsdale 28 | Top Chiefs Five CEOs you should know

SPOTLIGHT 16 | 5 O'Clock in the Airpark Uncorked Wine Lounge & Eatery celebrates the wide world of wine

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18 | Meet Your Airpark Neighbor A snapshot into former NFL star Tony Mandarich's life as a photographer 31 | Making a Difference Scottsdale club welcomes fresh faces and philanthropy 32 | Arts in the Airpark Enamored with Arizona, Lisa Loeb plays two shows at the MIM 34 | Arts in the Airpark Tia Wenkman is the latest star to rise out of Master Ballet Academy 36 | Fly-In Vacation Las Vegas is more than just casinos 39 | Business Spotlight PROSE revolutionizes nail salon services 40 | Around the Airpark Pop-Up Kitten Adoption Shop and Fantastic Fire Department

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42 | Remember When 50-year salute to volunteers of Scottsdale Historical Society 47 | Airpark Events Rebirth Brass Band, 'Beau Jest,' Fitz's Supper Club and more 49 | Dining Destinations Casa Amigos, Topgolf Scottsdale, Small Bites and Dining Guide

COLUMNS 58 | What’s Cooking Nutella Mouse Klondike Cake

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59 | Tourism Talk Golf Channel gives Scottsdale Golf Week a boost 61 | Insurance and Benefits Healthcare the naturopathic way

4 | Editor’s Note 6 | Business News 65 | Business Directory

68 | Advertiser Index 70 | Business Horoscopes 71 | Scottsdale Airpark Map

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o house should ever be on a hill or on anything. It should be of the hill. Belonging to it. Hill and house should live together, each the happier for the other.”

So said Frank Lloyd Wright, the most famed architect with Arizona ties, whose summer home and architecture school at Taliesin West is one of six must-see sites featured in our Airpark Architecture Aces photo essay (page 24). His hill-and-house philosophy is perfectly reflected in Taliesin West, which was constructed with local desert rocks and designed to appear as if it sprang from the desert organically. A marriage of structure and environment and a fusion of form and function also shines in the other sites we feature, like the Gateway to the McDowellSonoran Preserve with its 18-kilowatt solar power system and the Will Bruder-designed Byrne Residence, with its angular geometry designed to match the surrounding mountain grades and canyon.

Since this is our annual “Architecture & Design” issue, we couldn’t stop with a single photo essay about notable residential archi(Photo by Cassandra Tomei) tecture. We also take a look ahead at what’s Niki D'Andrea happening with commercial architecture, Executive Editor thanks to insights from some of Scottsdale’s top builders – the firms behind such high-profile projects as the redesign of the Monument Club at Troon North, the new Mountain Shadows resort and the revamp of Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa. Check it out in Scottsdale by Design (page 20).

We also address more abstract “design” – the building of a business – in our collection of profiles spotlighting Airpark area CEOs (page 28). The five “Top Chiefs” we feature gave us some fun insights into why they started their companies, the special items in their offices, their favorite lunch and happy hour spots, and what they like to do on days off. Not surprisingly, three out of five said they like to work on their days off. Because a successful business and a dedicated CEO are a lot like house and hill – of each other and each happier for the other.

PUBLISHER Steve T. Strickbine steve@scottsdaleairpark.com VICE PRESIDENT Michael Hiatt mhiatt@timespublications.com EXECUTIVE EDITOR Niki D’Andrea ndandrea@timespublications.com STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Kimberly Carrillo STAFF WRITER Eric Newman CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Alison Bailin, Paul Breslau, Lynette Carrington, Stephen Cross, Jan D'Atri, Joan Fudala, Christina Fuoco-Karasinski, Weiss Kelly, Kenneth LaFave, Jimmy Magahern, Caroline Stoeckel, Teresa K. Traverse EDITORIAL INTERNS Alexis Andreopoulos, Andrea Estrada, Ally Richmond, Allyson Wittekind DESIGNER Veronica Thurman vthurman@timespublications.com AD DESIGN Christy Byerly - cbyerly@timespublications.com Michael Schieffer - mschieffer@timespublications.com ADMINISTRATION Courtney Oldham production@timespublications.com SENIOR ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE Lou Lagrave lou@scottsdaleairpark.com EDITORIAL ADVISORY BOARD Maryglenn Boals - MgBoals & Associates Beth Brezinski - Underwriter Beth Cochran - Wired Public Relations Steve Cross - Cross Commercial Realty Advisors John Meyer - Airport Property Specialists Kevin Newell - Hymson Goldstein & Pantiliat

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Scottsdale Airport marks U.S. Customs visitor record On July 9, U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) processed the one-thousandth international aircraft through Scottsdale Airport, marking a new record. “Scottsdale Airport has reached an important milestone in private aviation,” said Luz Galaraza, Phoenix area port director for CBP. “The one-thousandth flight arrival is a reflection of the amazing work and cooperation between CBP and the airport.”

Scottsdale Airport has become a more viable international destination since CBP increased its hours and operational days to include biometric screening technology in 2014. The bulk of international visitors into Scottsdale originate from Canada and Mexico. “We are happy to work with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Office to offer this great service to our visitors,” said aviation director Gary P. Mascaro.

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Laurie McDonnell named designated broker at HomeSmart

Provision Networks announces new chief operating officer

McDonnell joined HomeSmart after Residential real estate brokerage company HomeSmart has announced a serving most recently as a designated broker at United Brokers Group for new designated broker for the almost five years. She also spent first time in 13 years. Laurie Mcmore than seven years in leaderDonnell was named a designated ship roles with the Southeast broker in June, taking over for Valley Regional Association of Trudy Moore, who will continue Realtors, the Arizona Associawith the company as a consulting tion of Realtors and the Arizona broker.

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“I can’t express enough appreShe was handpicked by Moore to ciation for what Trudy has done be her replacement. for our Phoenix brokerage and “Being designated broker at am excited to welcome Laurie (Photo courtesy Evolve PR and Marketing) any brokerage is a big job, and into this critical role for our Laurie McDonnell has company,” said Matt Widdows, been named designated I’ve always admired Trudy for founder and CEO of HomeSmart. broker at HomeSmart. how she’s handled the role at a firm as large as HomeSmart,” “I’m happy that this will give Trudy more time to travel and be with her McDonnell said. “I’m looking forward to family, but I am also glad that she’ll continue working side by side with her and the rest contributing to our business as a consulting of the broker team to support HomeSmart’s agents and clients.” broker.”

Scottsdale-based technology company Provision Networks has announced the promotion of Aaron Schweers to chief operating officer. As COO, Schweers will focus on life cycle management of telecommunications services and the design, deployment and optimization of wireless local area networks.

“Over the past six years, Aaron has excelled as our chief solutions architect,” Provision Networks CEO Clayton Straub said. “He has learned every aspect of the operation and will strive to continually (Photo courtesy Provision improve customer Networks) engagements.”

Aaron Schweers has Schweers gradubeen named COO of ated with a bachelor’s Provision Networks. degree in computer science from the University of Iowa and holds a number of industry certifications.

Throughout his 20-year career, Schweers has held positions in sales, pre-sales engineering and management, and has delivered complex technology solutions to major industry markets.

“I am excited for this new opportunity with Provision Networks,” Schweers said.

“My first priority will be enhancing our operations by emphasizing processes that will allow us to scale the business to efficiently grow with the needs of our customers.”

Provision Networks is located at 7333 E. Doubletree Ranch Road, Suite D270. For more information about the company, visit provisionnetworks.net.

Scottsdale featured in Canadian Living magazine The July and August issues of Canadian Living magazine feature spreads from two fashion shoots conducted in Scottsdale during a trip arranged by Experience Scottsdale. The shoots took place at Andaz Scottsdale and Boulders Resort & Spa in March, and photos are viewable both online and in print. A destination travel article will be published in October. Canadian Living has an online readership of 1.5 million and a monthly print circulation of 418,678. For more information, visit canadianliving.com.

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Texas Roadhouse and Starbucks sign leases at The Block at Pima Center Texas Roadhouse and Starbucks signed leases in June to open restaurants at The Block at Pima Center, located on the northwest corner of the Loop 101 and Via de Ventura on the Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community. The mixed-use development currently contains 1.5 million square feet of office, flex, medical and light industrial space – and that amount is expected to double in the next three years. Both Texas Roadhouse and Starbucks plan to open at The Block at Pima Center in early 2019.

“We are very excited about the traction our leasing efforts have gained,” said Curtis Brown, principal with Mainspring Capital Group, which is leading the development effort. “Landing such well-known brands as Texas Roadhouse, Starbucks and others is really great for building our momentum as we complete phase one and open up leasing for the second phase.”

An undisclosed restaurant brand has also reportedly signed a lease at The Block

at Pima Center. Principals at Mainspring Capital Group would not name the restaurant, but said it’s the first Arizona outpost of an iconic brand. “The real testament to the site coming of age is the signing of our ‘mystery’ restaurant brand,” Brown said.

“They could have selected any location in the Western U.S. for their expansion towards this end of the country and they chose The Block. That speaks volumes.”

The Corritore Company will handle leasing for phase two of The Block. “We are extremely excited about what will be the best freeway infill development opportunity along the 101 in Scottsdale. This trade area is underserved and in desperate need of retail, restaurants and services,” said John Corritore, president of The Corritore Company.

“The area’s variety of entertainment is expanding, which will make this an even more appealing destination. We intend to attract the best restaurants and retailers to this highly visible project.”

American Idol auditions coming to Scottsdale The popular ABC talent competition television show American Idol will launch its nationwide summer auditions tour in August, and one of its first stops will be in Scottsdale on Tuesday, August 28. The Idol Bus will park at Alpio’s at Troon North for the auditions. The venue, located at 10452 N. Jomax Road, boasts a view of

Troon Mountain, two mezzanines, internet connections, tons of TV monitors and an 80-inch presentation TV screen, and can accommodate up to 200 people. For more information on Alpio’s at Troon North, visit alpiosattroon.com. For more information on American Idol auditions, visit abc.go.com/ shows/american-idol.

airparkbusinessnews Radix Law announces new associate Radix Law has announced that Marc Maher has joined the firm as an associate attorney. Maher specializes in real estate law, has extensive experience in transactional business and represents clients in cases involving commercial and residential acquisition, disposition and leasing matters.

He has a bachelor’s degree from ASU and an MBA from University of Phoenix, and received his Doctorate of Jurisprudence from the University of Houston Law Center in Texas. Maher is licensed to practice in all state courts in Arizona, New York and New Jersey.

“Marc’s comprehensive understanding of real estate transaction law will be

very valuable to our clients,” said Jonathan Frutkin, principal attorney at Radix Law. “We are thrilled to bring him on as our new associate.”

R a d i x L a w, located in Kierland (Photo courtesy Radix Law) Commons, now has Marc Maher has joined more than a dozen Radix Law as an attorneys specializing associate attorney. in the law of business, real estate, commercial litigation, bankruptcy and estate planning. For more information, visit radixlaw.com.

Homebuilder Maracay launches rebrand Maracay, which builds homes throughout the Valley including Scottsdale, has announced the unveiling of its new logo and branding, inspired by the Arizona landscape where the company began more than 25 years ago. Maracay worked with Greenhaus, a marketing and advertising agency, to develop the new logo.

The new logo features a mountain

ridgeline representation carved into a deep orange backdrop that celebrates the beauty of a desert sunset. “As an Arizona company, we know our market like no one else, and now our logo reflects this truth in a simple yet distinctive way,” said Maracay president Andy Warren.

For more information, visit maracayhomes.com.

Arizona Helping Hands honored by Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club Arizona Helping Hands, Inc. (AHH) was honored as a beneficiary of the Valley of the Sun Active 20-30 Club and presented with a check for $6,000 at the club’s annual event, held at McCormick Ranch Golf Club on June 8. Dan Shufelt, CEO of AHH, and board member Jen Jenkin accepted the donation. A matching gift from TW Lewis Foundation brought the total raised to $8,000, which will help AHH continue operating its growing programs for assisting Arizona boys and girls in foster care.

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Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch names new GM Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch has named Dena Roady general manager of the 493-room resort. Roady graduated from California State University Chico with a bachelor’s degree in resort and lodging management, and began her 22-year career as a corporate management trainee at the Hyatt Regency Newport Beach. She has since managed teams at Hyatt properties in California, Hawaii, Texas, Florida and New York. Roady was also a corporate rooms manager at the Hyatt’s corporate office in Chicago, where she opened seven hotels including four acquisitions into the Hyatt brand.

Roady returns to Scottsdale, where she served as senior (Photo courtesy Hyatt Regency director of rooms at Scottsdale) the Hyatt Regency Dena Roady has been Scottsdale from named general manager 2010 to 2012. “Our of Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa associates at Hyatt at Gainey Ranch.

Regency Scottsdale are the reason that our guests return year after year,” Roady said. “Their warmth, genuine hospitality and longevity are what make this resort like coming home. It is a pleasure to return to this special resort and to be working with such a dedicated team.”

Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch is located at 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480-444-1234 or visit scottsdale.regency.hyatt.com.

Clear Growth Capital announces new office in Scottsdale Centre Investment banking firm Clear Growth Capital has moved into a larger office to accommodate its growth. The new offices are located at 7373 N. Scottsdale Road, Suite A-200, in the Scottsdale Centre near the new Ritz Carlton – Paradise Valley development. For more information, visit cleargrowthcapital.com.

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Plexus Worldwide launches new skincare line Plexus Worldwide, a Scottsdale-based direct-selling heath and wellness company, launched a new line of skincare products called Joyome in June at the Plexus Legacy Convention 2018 in Orlando. Joyome features a patent-pending microbiome balancing complex with a prebiotic blend that works to rebalance the skin’s natural microbes and fight visible signs of aging.

“Plexus has earned a reputation as a leader in developing products that nourish the microbiome inside our bodies to benefit one’s health and happiness,” said Janice Jackson, Plexus’ president of sales and marketing. “With the addition of our new skincare line, Joyome, we’re now nourishing the facial microbiome to restore a youthful-looking glow and protect the skin barrier.”

The Joyome line includes Illuminating Day Serum and Intensive Overnight Repair. Products are available at plexusworldwide.com.

Scottsdale Bar Association hosts Summer Social on August 16 The Scottsdale Bar Association will host its annual Summer Social at the Gainey Ranch Golf Club, 7600 Gainey Club Drive, on Thursday, August 16. The Board of Directors of the Scottsdale Bar Association will present its Award (Photo courtesy scottsdaleaz.gov) City Council member of Excellence at the Virginia Korte is the event. The award rec- guest of honor at the ognizes an individual Scottsdale Bar Association’s Summer Social. who either resides or works in Scottsdale for outstanding service to the legal community. This year’s honoree is Scottsdale City Council member Virginia Korte. The event includes hosted appetizers and a cash bar. Registration is $35 per person. For more information, visit scottsdalebar.com

Indoor cycling event will benefit the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation On Saturday, August 18, people across the Valley can participate in an event to raise funds and awareness for cystic fibrosis.

The Arizona chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation is working with local indoor cycling studios to host “CF Cycle for Life: Spin Edition,” an indoor version of the popular outdoor cycling event. “’CF Cycle for Life: Spin Edition’ provides an opportunity for people who don’t own a bike or who can’t commit to a 20-mile road ride to make a difference in the lives of people living with cystic fibrosis,” said Karli Newman, senior development director of the

Arizona chapter of the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation. “An indoor event means all fitness levels may participate, the time commitment is no more than an hour, and those as young as 14 may register. It’s an energizing experience with passionate instructors, upbeat music, and every participant helping us advance our mission of finding a cure for cystic fibrosis.”

Seven studios across Phoenix will participate, including Scottsdale studios CycleBar Scottsdale 101 from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. and Flywheel Sports from 8 to 9 a.m. For more information or to register, call 602-224-0068 or visit cff.org.

AMMO, Inc. expands distribution to Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s Ammunitions manufacturer AMMO, Inc. has announced the expansion of its products into Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s stores. The company, which has its corporate headquarters in Scottsdale and a manufacturing facility in Payson, began its initial shipments in July and anticipates further rollouts in the coming year.

“AMMO Inc.’s entry into premier outdoor destination brands like Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s is a testament to the innovation and excitement that we are bringing to the shooting sports industry with products such as our STREAK Visual Ammunition,” said AMMO, Inc. CEO Fred Wagenhals. “We

developed a unique endcap merchandising display in partnership with Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s that entices consumers to engage with our products through a 24-inch video that is integrated into the three-sided display showcasing the visual laser-like signature of STREAK for its customers.”

“The combination of our differentiated product and merchandising makes for a compelling offering,” he continued, “and is resulting in heightened customer engagement that is consistent with the stimulating shopping experience that Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s offers outdoor enthusiasts.”

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Rendering of the impending Revel Scottsdale senior community.

Scottsdale Tennis Club to be redeveloped into senior community Scottsdale Tennis Club has been purchased by The Wolff Company, a private equity firm and developer, and will be redeveloped into a senior community.

The 159-unit community, to be named Revel Scottsdale, will have 270-degree unobstructed views to the west, north, and east of Camelback, Mummy, McDowell and the Superstition Mountains. Located on Indian Bend Road between Pima and

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Hayden Roads, the location offers easy access to Old Town Scottsdale and to Paradise Valley.

The Wolff Company purchased the 5.54-acre site for $9 million. Larry Kush, senior vice president of ORION Investment Real Estate, represented the seller, Robert Hing, and said, “I am excited that this well-known property will be used for such a much needed, and worthy, purpose.”

Scottsdale City Council recently approved nearly $2 million to fund nonprofit agencies that provide programs and services to assist Scottsdale residents in need. The funds come from three sources – Scottsdale Cares, the city’s voluntary utility bill donation program; General Fund monies; and Salt River-Pima Maricopa Indian Community grant funding.

Funding helps nonprofits like Teen Lifeline, an organization with a mission to end teen suicide. Other organizations that will receive funding include Cortney’s Place, a day center for adults with disabilities; Family Promise Greater Phoenix, which provides services for homeless families; Catholic Charities Community Services, Inc.; Duet: Partners in Health and Aging, which provides transportation for elderly and disabled residents; Jewish Family & Children’s Services; Chrysalis Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence; and Tempe Community Action Agency, which provides meals for seniors both home-bound and at Granite Reef Senior Center in Scottsdale. For more information, visit scottsdaleaz.gov/ scottsdaleshares. …continues on page 12

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Fingerpaint Marketing packs 12,500 meals for local food bank On June 29, Fingerpaint Marketing in Scottsdale shut down its office to pack more than 1,500 bags of food for Operation Lunch Lady, in partnership with The Pack Shack, to help fight the increasing rate of hunger.

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Gail Baer promoted at Jewish Family & Children’s Service Gail Baer has been promoted to vice president of philanthropic services at the Jewish Family & Children’s Service (JFCS). In her new role, she will oversee all fundraising and donor relations for the organization, including its planned giving initiatives, individual and corporate contributions, grants, volunteer and marketing programs.

“Gail has been an integral part of our philanthropic services team the past two years here at Jewish Family & Children’s Service. This is a well-deserved promotion,” said Lorrie Henderson, president and CEO of JFCS. Baer, a Scottsdale resident, has been directing development initiatives throughout her professional career. In addition to her tenure at JFCS, she was vice president of major gifts at the Valley of the Sun United Way. Baer said, “I am thrilled to take on this new role with JFCS and lead its fundraising efforts, alongside a strong development team and a committed board of directors.”

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Gail Baer has been promoted to vice president of philanthropic services at JFCS.

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North Scottsdale United Methodist Church welcomes new pastors North Scottsdale United Methodist Church welcomed two new ministers to its congregation on Sunday, July 1. The Reverend David Rennick has been appointed senior pastor and the Reverend David Wasson has been appointed associate pastor. They join a staff of 12.

Reverend Rennick has more than 20 years of pastoral experience. He was most recently appointed at First United Methodist Church of Mesa, where he served as senior pastor. He earned his bachelor’s degree in secondary

education from Grand Canyon University, and his master of divinity and master of arts in Christian formation degrees from Wesley Theological Seminary.

Reverend Wasson has been in pastoral ministry full-time for 16 years. He completed his master’s of divinity degree at Fuller Theological Seminary. He’s an Arizona native who grew up in metro Phoenix.

Both pastors have served as a youth pastor, associate pastor and church planter, and have

worked in a variety of ministry contexts from urban to suburban to inner city. In a press release, North Scottsdale United Methodist Church officials stated, “We are excited to have both pastors join NSUMC and look forward to the ministries that they will support and implement in the church and greater community.”

North Scottsdale United Methodist Church is located at 11735 N. Scottsdale Road. For more information, call 480-9480529 or visit nsumc.com.

Bariatric program at Abrazo Scottsdale Campus earns national accreditation The Bariatric Wellness Institute at Abrazo Scottsdale Campus has earned Comprehensive Center accreditation from the Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery Accreditation and Quality Improvement Program of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery.

The hospital’s bariatric program serves the Northeast Valley community with personalized weight loss wellness plans.

“Accreditation is independent verification that Abrazo Scottsdale Campus is providing excellent care and outcomes for its

bariatric weight loss patients, substantiated through an onsite survey and observations by representatives of the American College of Surgeons and American Society of Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery,” said bariatric nurse navigator Trudy Thompson Rice. “We believe in a holistic approach to bariatric weight loss that offers not just surgical options but includes nutrition, exercise and behavior modification.”

The Bariatric Wellness Institute at Scottsdale Abrazo Campus is designed to understand each individual’s struggles with

diet and exercise, discuss approaches to weight loss, and provide a nurse navigator as a guide and advocate through the weight loss journey. Among the options offered by the program are minimally invasive surgical procedures, which can produce long-term weight loss when combined with proper diet and exercise. Experienced bariatric surgeon William Arnold is the program’s medical director.

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or Ali Amundson, wine comes first.

The owner of Uncorked Wine Lounge & Eatery appreciates the endless array of vino varietals available globally, many of which are served in her establishment.

“I’ve been in the restaurant and bar business my whole life, and my passion is wine. I love that you can drink wine your whole life and only get to the tip of the iceberg of what’s available out there,” she says.

That proverbial tip of the iceberg looks like a dark and cozy European tavern at Uncorked, with plentiful seating including couches and armchairs, whimsical chandeliers and interesting artwork. The wine lounge and eatery offers a variety of different food and drink options, as well as happy hour Monday through Thursday and Saturdays.

In addition to the food menu, there are usually 40 to 50 different wine selections available by the glass, as well as around 25 sold by the bottle, to pair with a delicious meal or to be consumed in a flight.

However, unlike in some wine bars, the food selection is not limited to just a few side dishes. There is a full menu and a bevy of beer selections, as well. In addition to traditional wine-paired dishes – like a cheese tray with hard salami, bread,

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Uncorked Wine Lounge & Eatery owner Ali Amundson concentrates on boutique wines and smaller production lines.

olives, fruit, nuts and a selection of fine fromage; and a fl atbread with spinach, garlic, tomatoes, artichokes and Parmesan – there are plenty of hearty, high-quality meals, including duck nachos on sweet potato chips with brie, white bean puree, sundried tomato, shallots and scallions; and local favorite lamb meatballs stuffed with goat cheese and a spicy tomato sauce drizzle.

“Our food is all made from scratch, just unique dishes or things that pair well with

wine. So there’s a lot of cheese and savory dishes that you’d normally find paired with wine, but also plenty of other options that you don’t normally find anywhere else around here,” Amundson says.

“You know, some people read novels, or read the news, or read whatever else. I try to get my hands on as many food and wine magazines as possible, to keep getting new ideas for the menu, or for wine pairing options,” she continues. “It’s just something I love, and I don’t think I’ll ever not love it.”

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On Mondays, Uncorked offers half-price wine flights and glasses of wine. Uncorked recently began a “Taco Tuesday” happy hour, with high-quality tequila and homemade tacos that “you wouldn’t find in just a regular Mexican restaurant,” Amundson says.

Happy hour on Wednesday brings $5 off cheese trays and wine bottles, while “Draft Thursday” deals focus on beer ($3.50 off on all draft brews). “Sparkling Saturdays” happy hour features half-price glasses of sparkling wine. The point is to offer a variety of options, even for those who may not like wine. However, if Amundson has any say, one visit into Uncorked, and a customer will leave with a newfound appreciation for wine.

“I love getting people to try new wine, and I know that if somebody doesn’t like it, I can find them one they will enjoy.

We have new selections all the time. We have a lot of regulars and they always want something new, and they’re asking for something different,” she says.

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MeetYOUR AIRPARK

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Mandarich fell in love with photography during a photo shoot for Sports Illustrated in 1989.

n some circles, Tony Mandarich is considered the biggest draft bust in NFL history. To those who have known him since his NFL career, and hence most of his life, he is a renowned photographer.

The former Michigan State University football star remembers the day that changed his life. The 6-foot-6 offensive tackle was preparing to be photographed at Venice Beach for a 1989 Sports Illustrated cover. The photographer was using Polaroids for test shots.

“He kept looking at the Polaroids and asking his assistants to move the diffuser this way or add more power to the strobe that way,” Mandarich says. “It was Greek to me. I didn’t understand what he was doing.

So, when he dialed it all in after about three or four Polaroids, he asked me if I wanted to see what it looked like.

“It was bright out during the photo shoot, but because of the diffusers, because of the strobe, because of the angle he was shooting, all that stuff, all those variables, made it look dramatic.”

Mandarich was “blown away” and since then he has been hooked on photography.

Unfortunately, photography hasn’t always been the only thing he’s been hooked on. The last time he was on a Sports Illustrated cover (September 28, 1992), he was labeled “The NFL’s incredible bust.” But his move from football arenas to photography studios has been one of the best he’s ever made.

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A snapshot into former NFL star Tony Mandarich’s life as a photographer

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

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Tony Mandarich shoots a portrait in his studio.

(Photos courtesy Tony Mandarich)

In the mid-1980s, Mandarich was twice named All American and Big Ten Lineman of the Year. In 1987, the Spartans won the Big Ten Championship and the Rose Bowl.

Mandarich was the first round pick of the Green Bay Packers in the 1989 NFL draft, the second pick overall behind quarterback Troy Aikman. At the time, he was the highest-paid offensive lineman in league history. His professional football career, which also included a stint with the Indianapolis Colts (1996-1998), lasted less than a decade due to drug and alcohol addiction. He retired in 1998 because of a shoulder injury.

Fourteen years ago, he quit his job with his family’s golf course in Canada and relocated here to shoot among the saguaros and mountains. Mandarich took a 10-day cross-country trip three years ago, so he could study the landscape and stop at places he wished to see.

“I came across this one barn in Amarillo, Texas,” Mandarich says. “It was foggy and rainy. I pulled off the road and took pictures of it. The fog had this dimension of mystery.

It’s a cool old building, but it wasn’t dilapidated. The grass is cool. There were telephone poles going into the distance and they get smaller and smaller and the fog sets in on them.”

He liked the photo, but he re-edited it to add motion to the images, something, he says, is going to be the next big trend.

“I want to shoot stuff that disturbs people in a good way or bad way because they’re going to feel that way depending on their life experiences,” Mandarich says.

he doesn’t need practice. He does a “selfassignment” every week to hone his skills.

Mandarich is into helping others as well.

“There are photographers who will text me or email me and say, ‘Hey, I’d love to assist or shadow you, or just sit behind the scenes just to see how you do it.’ I have absolutely no problem with that.”

The self-assignments were inspired by Buckeye photographer Joel Grimes. “When I teach, I saw talent is way overrated,” Grimes says. “I often use myself as an example. I’m not the most talented guy on the block, but I outwork all the people around me.

“I say give yourself a different assignment every week. That way, you have 50-plus photo shoots behind you. The top of the top photographers of the world all do about 50 self-assignments a year. With Tony, I’ve seen his work explode in the last couple years. I chuckle about it because not too many people I talk to get it. They’re still on the couch eating potato chips. I say get out and create. Tony is a testament to that philosophy. To be a friend or a part of his life is a great honor. I relish in seeing other people succeed.”

Valley pop star Miss Krystle met Mandarich on a movie set years ago, and the two

“I’ve had super highs and super lows.

Looking back, I’m glad I can incorporate all that now into my work. When periods are tough, you can see my work gets a little darker, almost sinister. When things are going well, it’s more normal and it’s interesting.”

Mandarich color grades his photos, a process in which colors are enhanced to give the pictures a “cinematic” look. “I like to color grade my stuff a little bit to give it tone and feel, depending on who the person is, what they’re about,” he says.

“I also ask clients how they want to represent themselves.

If they’re a contract worker for the government going overseas, they would want an intimidating, strong look.

If they’re a fitness trainer or if they’re the new owner of the small bookstore, they would want a very approachable or Mandarich moved to trustworthy look. Those are Arizona 14 years ago to two different dynamics. pursue photography.

“I usually get that information long before the shoot.

The sooner I get the information, the better forged a professional relationship. He shot the the picture will be.” photos for her press kits and recordings. “He He thrives on building rapport and trust has a really big heart,” she says. “I feel the size with his clients. “The ones who totally trust of his heart fits his personality. He’s quick. He me will get the best pictures,” he says. has a good eye and he’s a creative person.”

“I don’t want to represent a person or a Mandarich is just doing his job. “I company in an unflattering way because suggest picking what you love and getting that represents me, too.” good at it,” he says modestly. “That’s what Mandarich isn’t too arrogant to think I did.”  August 2018 Scottsdale Airpark News |

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DESIGN The Airpark is home to a surprisingly large connected network of architectural firms and support businesses. So what do they have planned for the area’s commercial development?

By Jimmy Magahern

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Allen+Philp Partners designed the Mountain Shadows resort in Paradise Valley.

(Photo courtesy Mountain Shadows)

3rd story Architecture did the recent refurbishments on the rooms and suites at the iconic Hotel Valley Ho. (Photo courtesy Hotel Valley Ho)

R

ick Daugherty knows he’s not the only architect in the Airpark.

“Oh, there’s a lot of architects in this area,” says the affable, leonine-haired owner of 3rd story Architecture, settling into the firm’s conference room on the second floor of the small 15-year-old office building it occupies on 78th Street just south of Paradise Lane.

From the adjoining patio ledge, Daugherty can see the offices of Erik B. Peterson’s

PHX Architecture, whose past projects include the expansion and remodeling of McDowell Mountain Golf Club, J.W. Marriott Desert Ridge and the design of Market Street Kitchen at DC Ranch. On the next street over to the west is Michael Fries’ FM Group, Inc., whose completed area projects include TruFusion Scottsdale, Lush Burger and Blur nightclub.

“I was actually a little hesitant at first about setting up our offices here,” says Daugherty, whose own past projects around

Scottsdale include the repurposing of the old Quilted Bear restaurant at Scottsdale Road and Lincoln into the Fat Ox, the redesign of the Monument Club at Troon North and the major refurbishment of the historic Hotel Valley Ho. “I had an office here years ago and it was still pretty industrial – you know, mostly warehouse space with a lot of trucks coming in and out,” he says. “But now it’s becoming the place where so many of the construction industry people ended up landing. It’s not the most affordable place to set up shop, but it’s become the place to be if you’re in the construction field. Whether it’s architecture, manufacturing, design, installation or real estate, this area’s just got that great connectivity with everybody in the industry.”

Daugherty also likes being located near so many support businesses making fixtures, furnishings and other materials that builders depend on.

“I mean, there’s cabinet companies and plumbing companies and lighting companies around here, and it’s just so convenient having them all in one place,” he says.

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of flounder your way through company websites, you can actually walk over to their showrooms and often see things you wouldn’t otherwise find on the Web.” Lastly, Daugherty likes being in a location where clients are happy to come to him.

“My very first office here was in Downtown Phoenix, on the second floor of a building overlooking Moe Allen’s Body Shop,” says the Ohio transplant, with a laugh. “And there were people who’d say, ‘Wow, I just don’t like all the congestion and traffic down there. Can you meet me up here at our offices?’”

Since moving into the Airpark about three years ago, Daugherty says no one ever balks over meeting in his office. “We’ve got great freeway access here, plus being in North Scottsdale gives us a good boutique address for people who are image-conscious about their firm. We never have the issue of being geographically undesirable.”

Daugherty ponders the Airpark’s evolution as a hub for architecture and interior design, comparing it to the way urban downtowns have long been the defacto centers for legal, advertising and financial offices. “The character of the Airpark has changed significantly,” he observes. “It used to be that if you weren’t airplane-related, there was no reason you’d want to be here.

Now there’s just a lot of energy here – and a real good synergy between architects, manufacturers and consultants. It makes

Rick Daugherty, owner of 3rd story Architecture (Photo courtesy 3rd story Architecture)

We never have the issue of being geographically undesirable.

– Rick Daugherty, owner of 3rd story Architecture it easy to get things done quickly: ‘Let’s go run for lunch and we can talk about this project.’”

A tour helicopter passes overhead, an almost constantly recurring reminder that the thriving business hub does indeed still surround a busy airport. Daugherty just shrugs. “We love the activity of the Airpark.

The airplane noise doesn’t even bother me anymore!”

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Dino Ortis of Allen+Philp Partners (Photo courtesy Dino Ortis)

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Dino Ortis has seen a similar transformation around Old Town Scottsdale, where his architectural firm, Allen+Philp Partners, is located.

“It’s definitely been an area in transition, too,” says the partner in the firm, who works as director of operations. Unlike the Airpark, however, where changes have, for the most part, been embraced by the business community, Old Town has been caught in a branding tug-of-war between Millennial-driven revitalization and a steadfast adherence to its quaint Western heritage.

That can make things tricky for architects looking to build commercial properties befitting the character of the place.

“What’s important to us, relative to

our design philosophy, is to have a really good understanding of the locale,” Ortis says. “You know, what’s the story behind the location? We strive to use the natural materials and colors that complement the local landmarks and those kinds of things. And, along with our client, we try to express the locale’s story in the form of the building’s design. A big part of what we do is work with the client to express the feel of the place through the design and material selections.”

In designing for an evolving area like the Airpark, that can put an experienced architectural firm in the peculiar position of either designing its new properties to blend with its old, or creating buildings that flow with the newer styles reshaping the area.

In Allen+Philp’s case, the firm is already responsible for having designed or refurbished some of the most iconic properties in Paradise Valley and North Scottsdale: Mountain Shadows, the Sanctuary Resort, the Boulders, Hyatt Scottsdale, the Scottsdale Princess. On tackling new Airpark projects (like its current office development on the southwest corner of Scottsdale Road and Princess), does it go with the “feel” of those upscale landmarks, or model its new properties after more contemporary

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“One thing you’ll notice is that each of our projects is unique,” Ortis says. “We don’t typically do the same thing over and over. We like doing projects around town that really stand out.

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Fortunately, says Daugherty, both age groups are embracing the same trends.

“The Baby Boomers want to live like Millennials, but they have money to live in North Scottsdale,” he says, with a chuckle. “They’re not into the mega-mansions anymore.

They’d rather have a nice condo, with little maintenance.

They want to lock and go.”

Commercial development will likely follow the lead of these hybrid, high-dollar mill-oomers.

“They want to be able to walk to a restaurant or a take a short jaunt to museums and parks and art galleries,” Daugherty says. “Those kinds of things are what’s typically urban core, yet we’re kind of right on that edge in the Airpark.”

It’s less edgy than Old Town’s boisterous nightlife scene.

“We’re not in with all the clubs and the noise and everything else that projects.” And it’s not teeming with Baby Boomer bar crawlers – at least, not yet. “We want to live a more intimate lifestyle, where you don’t have a thousand people running through your building every day.”

Airpark businesses also want to be energy efficient, says the longtime green design proponent. But they don’t want to worry about upgrading to the latest green technology every year. “The problem is, the day that you have achieved ‘green,’ the next day, you’re not anymore. There’s always a new technology coming out that maybe is a little bit better, a little less expensive. That makes investors worry that green construction doesn’t last as long. So we just want to get a little bit greener with each project and provide every client stewardship on that.”

The Airpark’s population wants high tech, too, Daugherty says – but nothing too complicated. “We hear a lot of, ‘Don’t make me have to be a computer operator just so I can turn on the lights!’ That kind of thing.”

In the end, having a large connected network of architectural firms and support businesses right in the Airpark probably bodes well for its own commercial redevelopment.

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Airpark Architecture

ACES

Six must-see structures in Scottsdale

By Niki D’Andrea

(Photo courtesy Jones Studio)

APS Environmental Showcase Home Architect: Jones Studio (jonesstudioinc.com) Architecture firm Jones Studio won a statewide competition to design this showcase home for Arizona Public Service (APS). Built in 1994 at a cost of $1 million, the 2,640-square-foot house features environmentally sustainable features and innovative energy technology including solar power and water harvesting for reuse in the landscaping and native riparian pond garden. The home has garnered a slew of accolades including three awards from the

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American Institute of Architects and has been featured in a plethora of publications including National Geographic and Popular Science. APS donated the home to the ASU Foundation, which gave tours of the property, before it was sold to a private owner. A church currently owns the property and uses it as an events and meetings space.

15247 N. 60th Street, Scottsdale

One feature of the APS Environmental Showcase Home is a three-car garage with its own AC and water line.

Arabian Library was designed by Richard+Bauer, the same firm that also designed South Mountain Community Library in Phoenix and Sunrise Mountain Public Library in Peoria.

(Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

Arabian Library Architect: Richard+Bauer (richard-bauer.com) A visual homage to Monument Valley and the desert slot canyons of Northern Arizona, Arabian Library was completed in 2007 on a budget of $4.6 million. The 20,875-square-foot building utilizes locally sourced materials – including regional granite, pre-rusted steel from Phoenix and recycled cotton from Chandler – to recreate a desert aesthetic, which is boosted by the structure’s earthen and

stone roof, textures reminiscent of native grasses and stones, terra cotta walls and sunny centralized courtyard. The LEED-certified building won the 2008 International Interior Design Association/ Metropolis Smart Environments Award.

10215 E. McDowell Mountain Ranch Road Scottsdale, scottsdalelibrary.org

Byrne Residence Architect: Will Bruder Architects (willbruderarchitects.com)

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Will Bruder Architects describes this house on its website as “an organic architectural statement.” The 3,143-square foot residence’s angular geometry aligns with the asymmetrical canyon surrounds, and takes rustic tones from tilted concrete corbels, raked mortar joints, metal-clad frame walls finished with a blue-black patina on copper, unfinished concrete floors, fascia elements and large window walls. Originally built in 1998 for Bill and Carol Byrne, the house is now owned by David and Martha Bills and has undergone additional renovations and upgrades.

8915 E. Jack Neville Drive Scottsdale, byrneresidence.com

The Bynre Residence sits on three acres of saguaro-dappled desert.

(Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

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Cosanti Architect: Paolo Soleri (cosanti.com) Paolo Soleri is best known for Arcosanti, his “urban laboratory” located about 70 miles north of Phoenix, but Cosanti was the architect’s gallery, studio and home until his death in 2013. Established in 1956, Cosanti has an ecological aesthetic boosted by its earth-formed concrete structures, partial domes, terraced landscaping and artistic wind bells. Many structures are placed below ground level to provide natural insulation and cooling year-round. The property includes a swimming pool which faces south to maximize its exposure to the sun. The site has been designated an Arizona Historic Site.

6433 E. Doubletree Ranch Road Scottsdale, cosanti.com

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(Photos by Kimberly Carrillo)

Cosanti was built in the 1950s

by Paolo Soleri, who came to Arizona in 1947 as an apprentice to Frank Lloyd Wright.

Only native materials were used in the construction of the rammed earth walls of the Gateway to the McDowell-Sonoran Preserve.

(Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

Gateway to the McDowell-Sonoran Preserve Architect: Weddle Gilmore, Black Rock Studio (weddlegilmore.com) The design of the gateway to the 36,400-acre McDowell-Sonoran Preserve speaks to sustainability and creates a seamless visual flow through the desert.

The 6,033-square-foot structure, completed in 2009, was designed to integrate with the natural drainage patterns of the site, and the building’s roof, covered in native desert rock cobble, is inconspicuous when viewed from any vantage point above. The project expertly combines architecture and preservation – volunteers worked with the construction team to salvage and replant more than

1,500 cacti; rainwater harvesting and water-efficient plumbing help conserve resources; and parking lots were constructed with stabilized decomposed granite paving to minimize drainage runoff. An 18-kilowatt solar system produces as much electricity as the Gateway consumes, producing net zero energy consumption and helping the structure to achieve platinum LEED certification.

18333 N. Thompson Peak Parkway Scottsdale, mcdowellsonoran.org

Taliesin West Architect: Frank Lloyd Wright Indisputably one of the most important architectural sites in Arizona, Taliesin West was Frank Lloyd Wright’s winter home and school from 1937 until his death in 1959. The main structure on the 620-acre property is constructed with walls made from desert rocks stacked within wood forms and filled with concrete. Many of Wright’s most famous buildings were designed in the draft room at Taliesin West, including the Guggenheim Museum in New York City. Natural light pours in throughout the property, which was designated a National Historic Landmark in 1982.

12621 N. Frank Lloyd Wright Boulevard Scottsdale, franklloydwright.org/taliesinwest 

(Photo by Andrew Pielage)

Taliesin West remains the headquarters of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation and the winter home for the School of Architecture at Taliesin.

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TOP

Chiefs

5 CEOs you should know

LeadMD CEO Justin Gray (Photo courtesy LeadMD)

JUSTIN GRAY, CEO LeadMD Prior to launching his revenue acceleration agency, LeadMD, in 2010, Justin Gray was employee number seven at a payment startup that he helped grow from less than $1 million in annual recurring revenue to over $64 million in less than four years. He then sold his equity stake in the company and took a week off before being asked to overhaul the sales and marketing processes as well as the tech stacks for three different companies. This retainer consulting work is what eventually grew into LeadMD.

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I started my business because… I knew that there were other people, who like me, were being told to slow down, stay in their lane and put their head down and slog through it.

“Startup culture” and the tech boom began its whole second coming after the bubble during this time as well, so it was a time of multiple waves building to form something really exciting and we’ve been riding it ever since.

That’s the best thing about this journey for me – in the past decade, I’ve built six businesses, sold four, and created 15 multi-millionaires, but most of all, we’ve created a vehicle to unlock our tribe’s potential.

My favorite thing in my office or business space is… Of course, I have to say my team, as they are truly the only reason I bear the oppressive Arizona heat during the summer and drive into an office every day. If it weren’t for them, I would put Arizona in my rearview for five months out of the year. However, my favorite thing in the office beyond our awesome tribe is the entire vibe. It’s kind of like the movie BIG. I always wanted to have that cool, never-grow-up vibe and I think we’ve achieved that… Whether it’s our video arcade, beer and cold brew on tap, or our bean bag farm – the space is meant to pay homage to the fact that we spend more waking time

in this office than we do anywhere else – so it might as well be awesome.

For me, the LaCroix fridge probably gets more use than anything as I’m absolutely addicted to LaCroix water.

My favorite place to meet colleagues for lunch or happy hour is… Even though it’s way outside my landmark bounds, I have to give a shout-out to Gadzooks. Best enchiladas in Phoenix. I go way out of my way to drive down to Seventh and Osborn just to meet people and eat those damn enchiladas… If I’m staying closer to home, I love happy hour at the Princess (La Hacienda margaritas are the jam) or OHSO. When I have a day off, I like to… I have a 15-month-old son at home now, so my days off always involve hanging with him and my wife, most often in our pool. We just finished building our custom home earlier this year, so we’re quite satisfied just relaxing at the house. I also love to travel, so even a day is sometimes long enough to bounce over to Santa Monica or Santa Barbara. Regardless, my days off really don’t look that drastically different than the others. I’m always going to be up early and working for a few hours at least… I love what I do and building businesses is my true passion.

– Ally Richmond

MONIQUE PORRAS, CEO The Kempington Group Monique Porras graduated from George Mason University in Washington, D.C. with a degree in speech communications with an emphasis on broadcasting. Her communications skills have certainly come into play in the recruiting industry, which Porras has worked in for 14 years. Her career eventually led her to Scottsdale, where in 2014, she started The Kempington Group, which specializes in executive recruitment for technology, healthcare, consumer and creative companies.

The Kempington Group CEO Monique Porras (Photo courtesy Monique Porras)

I started my business because… The Valley gave me the opportunity to do this. It took me about a year to think about it and then I just pulled the trigger. Being a woman and a minority, I want to be a good role model.

The best thing about my company is… I vowed to humanize recruiting again. Firms will just breed recruiters and the human factor can become lost. Trying to change the culture of recruiting is where I know we stand out.

My favorite thing in my office is… The picture of my son because he keeps me motivated. That’s who I do it for every day.

My favorite place to meet colleagues for happy hour is… Bitter & Twisted in downtown Phoenix.

When I have a day off I like to… just sit without my schedule and I will be very happy.

– Allyson Wittekind

MARK STANTON, PRESIDENT & CEO Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce Mark Stanton became the president and CEO of the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce in May. Before assuming his position, Stanton ran a public relations, marketing and public affairs practice.

He says working for the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce is a great opportunity that not only builds on his background and gives him a focus on economic development and connectivity in the business community, but also allows him to work toward improving the quality of life in the City of Scottsdale.

The best thing about this company is…

I have to go with the fundamental cores of the membership. It’s the fact that we’ve got businesses from entrepreneurial start-up companies all the way to Fortune 100 companies that represent all sorts of industries. From professional services to manufacturing to healthcare, technology, the list goes on and on. It really is an impressive commitment from these different businesses and business leaders to join the chamber and represent such an amazing myriad of industries and businesses.

My favorite thing in my office or business space is… I love the atmosphere of the office, the energy of the staff, the volunteers and the membership. It’s collaborative, it’s high-energy. Working with folks of the City of Scottsdale, all of our stakeholders and all of the strategic partners, it’s just a wonderful atmosphere.

My favorite place to meet colleagues for happy hour is… There’s really not one spot because there’s just such great opportunities in the north part of town, the central and the Old Town area. I always try to frequent our members’ organizations, companies, restaurants and businesses. I try to mix it up.

I do like sushi. I enjoy a lighter lunch.

When I have a day off, I like to… spend time with my family – my wife and my two children: Drake, my ten-year-old son and Olivia, my eight-year-old daughter. That’s just more fun and I just relish that time. I enjoy being with them, coming up with good adventure plans, getting out, enjoying the community and spending time together.

– Andrea Estrada

Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce President Mark Stanton (Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

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STACEY GRONDAHL, FOUNDER We Do Men: The Man Spa Men call Stacey Grondahl the “Boss Lady,” and rightly so. She knocks them into place at her spa with a variety of treatments and builds them up. By the time the appointment is over, her clients feel refreshed and energized. “Men are so much easier than women,” explains Grondahl, who was born in North Dakota but raised in Bakersfield, California. “They’re more fun and they’re more loyal.”

I started my business because… I walked in the door of the building and it hit me like a brick wall. I had no plans to open a business.

If you asked me years ago, I would have said I just never had the desire. This just kind of happened, like energetically. I just walked into my now facility and knew it was supposed to be mine. I knew I was supposed to create something amazing. This place belongs to me.

It feels really good in there. This is my space.

My favorite thing in my office or business space is… I like the whole thing. If I had to say one thing, I would say my little back patio.

My place – the front and back – is filled with natural light. I’ve always lived up on the perch, the second, third or fourth floors. They all have tons of windows and tons of light. I thrive in my sunlight. I had a Feng Shui expert come in and look at my home and office. She said, “You’re an Eastern girl.”

My favorite place to meet colleagues for lunch or happy hour is… I’m addicted to ChopShop. It’s one of my favorites, or I like Farm and Craft. Cornish Pasty Company, too.

I’m gluten intolerant. I love the gluten-free Moroccan turkey. I also love the salmon salad with lemon pesto and different sauces. I don’t worry too much about the sauce. The oil over the salad.

When I have a day off, I like to… Well, I work at home. When I’m not working, I’m still working. That’s what happens when you love what you do. I’m always on to the next thing. I like to go to the movies. The last good movie I saw was Mission Impossible. I also saw

Stacey Grondahl, founder of We Do Men: The Man Spa (Photo by Jordan Moore, jordanknowmoorecom)

The Equalizer and Mamma Mia, because it’s just entertaining. My girlfriend’s a musician.

I was raised on music and movies. I love the theater at Fashion Square. It’s fancy. It has the best seats and it has booze so I’m in heaven.

I can get buzzed and have popcorn – and it’s all mine. I love concerts and going to the Marquee.

– Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

JOHN CREIGHTON, REGIONAL VICE PRESIDENT On Q Financial John Creighton grew up and attended college in Ohio. After graduation, he took a position as an area manager for a national flooring company, which took him to California. By the mid-2000s, the position expanded, and he expanded with it, moving to Arizona for the new role. He met the man who would go on to found On Q Financial in Gainey Village playing basketball in 2005. After a year of discussion, Creighton joined him in 2006 as a mortgage consultant. In 2015, he was promoted to oversee all nine On Q Financial offices across Arizona.

The best thing about this company is…

How we built the On Q vision and culture around our people. As such, we attract and hire only the best people in the business, from executive management, top quality mortgage bankers, processors, underwriters to other operational staff. For the consumer, our streamlined platform allows them to close loans quickly, while allowing the mortgage consultants to get out from under

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John Creighton, Regional Vice President of On Q Financial (Photo special to Airpark News)

the paperwork so they can focus on cultivating relationships with their referral partners.

My favorite thing in my office or business space is… She is going to kill me, but I have a framed piece of “artwork” from my niece (now a high school student back in Ohio), which she made me when she was nine years old. One side is a big happy face and says “when you are home,” while the other side is a frowny face and says “when you are away.”

My favorite place to meet colleagues for lunch or happy hour is… Far and away, SOL Cocina is my spot – and has been for a decade. They have the best tacos, the best muddled cocktails, the best tequila list and the best daily specials in the area. If you haven’t gone yet, what are you waiting for?

When I have a day off, I like to… Right now, there are no days off! In addition to my work with On Q, I am volunteering in my spare time on the executive committee for the Weekend Jetaway, a culinary casino event set for November 9 benefiting The Challenge Foundation.

The organization is a project of passion for me in that it helps smart, ambitious, and hard-working students break the cycle of poverty through educational opportunities. Challenge takes a whole-student approach, awarding tuition scholarships and individualized support services to low-income students.  – Alison Bailin

makingadifference

In with the New Scottsdale club welcomes fresh faces and philanthropy

By Eric Newman

W

hat’s a good place to grab lunch?

Where do people like to golf around here? What’s the fastest way to get to Scottsdale Airport from Old Town?

New residents to the Airpark area might have dozens of questions about their new neighborhood, including where they might go to socialize and meet people. One answer is the Newcomers and Neighbors of the Scottsdale Area, or the Newcomers Club of Scottsdale, as many members call it. The club provides opportunities for new residents – as well as long-time natives looking for a social change – to get out and meet new people by participating in engaging activities.

Finding a consistent social group can be difficult for those new to the area, as well as recently retired residents who have long been focused on their work. The club, according to the official website, newcomersclubofscottsdale.com, opened to residents in 1968 and has been serving new and old members since.

“I joined it to meet others originally, because I was new to the area. I went online and liked the activities they did, as well as some charitable events. It is just one of the most valuable groups I know in the area,” community liaison Ellen Halsted says. “Now I’ve met some nice friends that I do things with outside of the club, so there’s just a lot of great people.”

Activities could include getting together for happy hour at a local bar, hiking, arts and crafts, card games and plenty more, offering a variety of options for those of all tastes.

However, as president Nicole Abbott says, the club also offers members a chance to have fun making a difference in the community. “One of the activities we cherish are our monthly luncheons. We raise money for specific charities once a month, sometimes having a relevant speaker about a topic,” she says. “And then another time we go do work for that group or charity, which is a great way to get involved and try to help people out.”

The luncheons are not only a chance to catch up with fellow members outside of other daily scheduled activities, but nonmembers are welcome to join as well.

At each monthly meeting, new and potential members are encouraged to visit

(Photo by Eric Newman)

Newcomers and Neighbors of the Scottsdale Area (aka the Newcomers Club of Scottsdale) provides opportunities for new residents to get out and meet people and contribute to charitable causes.

with the long-time participants and others considering membership, introducing themselves to the larger group and instantly making connections.

Beside social activities, Abbott says that in the prime season, from around October to May, when more people are around and available to attend, newcomers are welcome to attend speeches and lessons to enhance the lives of the members, especially with developing technology.

“The speakers come in to give us applicable life lessons. We had one on identity theft, (one on) the importance of social media, and a lot of other great talks that our members can use to improve their own lives,” Abbott says.

Newcomers clubs have existed throughout the country for much longer than the Scottsdale chapter, but membership in many other locations is limited to just relatively new residents, or those who have lived in the city no longer than two years.

However, Abbott says the Scottsdale club welcomes even established members looking for more social interaction and does

not remove members from the club after the traditionally allotted two years other clubs observe.

“In Arizona, we will keep even established members of the community, so long-time citizens or those who have been here long are welcome if they want a change of life or maybe aren’t seeing enough people to stimulate their social lives,” Abbott says.

With around 600 members and various opportunities for people across the Valley, not just in Scottsdale, Halsted says the best way to learn and get involved is simply to show up and meet people at each of the events, as well as look at the online calendar.

“I always suggest that people who are interested go to our website, because that’s how we sign up for the activities,” Halsted says. “Then you can see what’s going on and if there’s anything you like to do. We want to keep having new people involved.”

For more information, visit newcomersclubofscottsdale.com or email the group at membership@newcomersclubofscottsdale.com.  August 2018 Scottsdale Airpark News |

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Another

Adventure Enamored with Arizona, Lisa Loeb plays two shows at the MIM

By Christina Fuoco-Karasinski

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rizona has been good to singer-songwriter Lisa Loeb.

She counts renowned Valley chef Mark Tarbell among her good friends, and enjoys her time around town.

“We’ve had lots of fun adventures there,” Loeb says enthusiastically. “We’ve hiked Camelback Mountain, and the Grand Canyon is a huge draw for me.

“The combination of the nature you have there, and the feel of being in the city is amazing. The flat houses, the super-hot sun, the Mexican influence, the food – I really love it there.”

Loeb is returning to the Valley to perform two shows at the Musical Instrument Museum on Saturday, August 4.

Loeb continues to craft pop “I’m going to play a family show in the day with songs while designing Lisa Loeb songs from my kids’ records,” Loeb says. “It’s a shorter Eyewear, writing children’s books show, with a couple of adult songs thrown in, if they’re and supporting nonprofit causes. requested.

“My grown-up show is similar to the kids’ show.

(Photo by Joan Patino Photography) I’m pulling from all of my albums. I like playing songs people are familiar with from radio, as well as newer is keeping busy this year with “secret projects.” things. I throw in a couple kids' songs because they really are good “There are so many different ways I write songs for television, for all ages. It breaks up the show in a nice way. It’s perfect for super kids’ shows, kids’ records, grown-up records or specific projects fans and their friends who have never seen me before.” or playlists,” she says. “I love writing for a purpose. Sometimes I Among her recognizable songs is the No. 1 track “Stay (I Missed still fall back in that creative headspace where I go back to writing You)” from the film Reality Bites. She was the first pop musician to like I did when I was 12. Other times, it’s a little more of a puzzle. have a No. 1 single while not signed to a recording contract.

“I’ve gone from wanting to be abstract to someone who wants to She continues to craft pop songs while designing Lisa Loeb write stories. Kids’ music has helped me a lot. I need to tell a story Eyewear, writing children’s books and supporting nonprofit causes. that can be followed. It’s loosened me up a bit. I also collaborate The Los Angeles-based mother of two released the family albums a lot more.”

Catch the Moon (with Elizabeth Mitchell) and Camp Lisa (with sales At her concerts, Loeb even collaborates with her fans because she benefiting the Camp Lisa Foundation). occasionally forgets lyrics to requested songs. “I’ve written so many Loeb co-wrote the children’s musical Camp Kappawanna, which songs and many, many song lyrics,” she says. “I appreciate the help.” debuted at New York City’s Atlantic Theater Company. Recognizing her work to help kids get to summer camp, the American Camp Lisa Loeb is scheduled to perform at 3 and 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Association (New England) named Loeb its 2015 Camp Champion August 4 at the Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo honoree with a gala celebration at Fenway Park in Boston.

Boulevard, Phoenix. Tickets cost $23.50 to $45.50. For more Being creative a number of ways is inspirational to Loeb, who information, call 480-478-6000 or visit mim.org. 

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Raising the Barre

Tia Wenkman is the latest star to rise out of Master Ballet Academy

By Kenneth LaFave

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allet dancers are known for big jumps, but the one Tia Wenkman made from Wisconsin to Mississippi by way of Scottsdale could be a record-breaker.

In June, Wenkman, 14, won a bronze medal at the prestigious International Ballet Competition (IBC) in Jackson, Mississippi. The IBC, held every four years, is one of the most important ballet competitions in the world, a place where over a hundred auditioned dancers from around the globe meet to put forth their very best under the intense pressure of judges, audiences and the press.

Wenkman’s win in the junior division was a huge leap indeed: She was the youngest dancer ever to win an IBC medal. (While this is thanks, in part, to the fact that 2018 was the first year the competition allowed 14-year-olds to compete, it is nonetheless true that no other 14-year-old came away with a medal.)

“When they called my name for the bronze, I was really surprised. IBC is such a high caliber of dancers, the top of the top,” Wenkman says by phone from New York, where she is spending the summer studying at The Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis School at American Ballet Theatre.

The medal certainly lifts the young dancer’s reputation, but Wenkman’s career had already taken on a diverse profile earlier this year, when she appeared as the sole dancer in French recording artist Bob Sinclar’s music video, “I Believe” (viewable at bobsinclar.com).

Performing in a tutu, she does some classical steps and a few very un-classical steps to Sinclar’s contemporary beat. On Youtube, the video has had more than a million views.

Come late August, Wenkman will return from her global adventures to the place the Wisconsin native has called home for two years: the studios of Master Ballet Academy in Scottsdale (masterballetacademy.com).

At 14, Tia Wenkman is the youngest dancer to ever win Founded 11 years ago by a medal at an International Slawomir and Irena Wozniak, Ballet Competition.

Master Ballet Academy (Photos by Eva Nys) (MBA), located at 7625 E.

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Tia Wenkman started taking classes at Scottsdale’s Master Ballet Academy in 2016.

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“Tia was taking class at Milwaukee Ballet and she wanted to move to the next level, but we didn’t know where to go,” Tana Wenkman recalls. “Instagram is king, right? So we followed a lot of accounts of other dancers, to see where people were training and having success.

Someone mentioned a wonderful Polish couple in Arizona. All the reports were good.”

Tana and Tia moved to Scottsdale for the summer of 2016, to check it out. Tana recalls: “Tia was taking class at Master Ballet for three days when she said, ‘Mom, I feel like I’m home.’”

That fall, Tana and Tia, along with Tia’s little sister, Willow, made the move to Scottsdale. Tia’s father, Bill, stayed in Milwaukee to work. The trio of Wenkman females will return to Scottsdale in August so Tia can continue at MBA. Master Ballet Academy has emerged over the last few years as a major destination for aspiring dancers. The prominent website and magazine, aballeteducation.com, recently ranked it the fourth-best ballet school on the planet.

Internet mentions and the testimony of graduates who have placed with major ballet companies are two reasons students give for enrolling at the school, says Master Ballet Academy general manager Heather Hudak.

Another is seeing academy students like Tia – and MBA’s Gisele Bethea, who won gold at IBC four years ago – at competitions. (Bethea,

by the way, now dances for American Ballet Theatre.)

“Tia is certainly one of our best students,” Hudak says. “But it’s important to remember that we have many high-caliber students.”

Another of those stellar students is Madison Penney, who also qualified to compete at IBC this year. Unfortunately, an attack of appendicitis took her out of the running.

Current MBA enrollment is 310 students, with room for perhaps a couple dozen more.

Demand to get in is intense. Students who are accepted take classes in classical technique, variations, repertoire, pointe, partnering, contemporary, neoclassical, lyrical, jazz, character and Broadway basics, plus acting for dancers, all in an effort to prepare dancers for the eclectic array of gigs awaiting them.

Hudak cites the superior quality of the school’s teachers for its success. “Irena Wozniak is so much in demand that people wait for months to take private lessons with her,” Hudak says. The guest faculty roster includes such luminaries as Yuri Fateev, acting director of the fabled Mariinsky Ballet in Saint Petersburg, Russia, who will teach MBA classes in August.

For young Wenkman, a lot is happening quickly and soon. Three years ago, she didn’t even want to pursue ballet, preferring hip-hop.

But when she was cast as Clara in Milwaukee Ballet’s Nutcracker, the ballet world opened up for her, and she “fell in love with it,” her mother says. Tana Wenkman has gotten her daughter an agent, so look for more music videos featuring a young ballet dancer with hip-hop sensibilities. Says mom: “She has a big vision for herself.” 

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An estimated 85,000 people visit The Neon Museum annually.

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By Teresa K. Traverse

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ively Las Vegas is a common getaway for many Phoenicians for work or play. It’s easy to travel to Vegas, check out The Strip and then leave town. Many travelers do, and The Strip has undeniable appeal. But Las Vegas is way more than just The Strip. From a stunning canyon to a revitalized part of downtown, Las Vegas offers plenty of safe bets for entertainment.

Fremont Street Experience Before The Strip, there was Fremont Street (vegasexperience.com). Las Vegas’ very first hotel was built here in 1906. The city’s first gaming license was issued here.

The Golden Nugget – a hotel that still stands today – was the very first hotel built with the intention of being a casino.

The area was dubbed “Glitter Gulch” due

Park on Freemont offers an off-the-Strip dining experience that’s well worth a detour.

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to the large number of signs there. Over time, more lavish and luxurious properties were built on The Strip, about six miles away, and many Las Vegas visitors only spent time there. In 1994, construction began on the Fremont Street Experience – a 90-foot high canopy that spans five blocks on a pedestrian-only stretch of Fremont Street – in an effort to attract more tourists downtown. The cheapest way to travel throughout the area is to hop on The Deuce (rtcsnv.com). For $8, you can ride a bus that will transport you from The Strip to downtown Las Vegas for 24 hours.

The best time to visit is at night, when the overhead canopy is lit up with the Viva Vision light show. At 1,500 feet long and 90 feet wide, the world’s largest video screen is made up of 12.5 million LED lamps. Shows feature music from The Killers, Heart, Green Day, Imagine Dragons, The Who and Tiesto. The light shows start every hour, on the hour, from 6 p.m. to 1 a.m. Another entertainment highlight? Downtown Rocks, a series of free outdoor summer concerts hosted at Fremont. Melissa Etheridge will grace the stage on August 31.

You can literally fly 90 feet above Fremont on a zip line dubbed the SlotZilla Zip Line, since the building where riders take off from is shaped like a – you guessed it – slot machine. You can ride lying face down in a harness to simulate flying or sit down in a chair harness as you take in a bird’s-eye view of the entire bustling area.

Just a few blocks from the Fremont Street Experience, Container Park (downtowncontainerpark.com) is constructed

Founded in 1996, The Neon Museum features signs spread across six acres.

(Photos courtesy The Neon Museum)

entirely out of old shipping containers and features colorful boutiques, open-air seating and a cutting-edge entertainment venue. Tear into all-natural beef jerky at JoJo’s Jerky (jojosjerky.com). Cheffini’s Hot Dogs (cheffinis.com) menu features gourmet and creative takes on this allAmerican food. Bite into options like the Moshi Moshi, a grilled frank topped with caramelized onions, seaweed, jalapeño, wine sauce and spicy mayo. The park is also home to The Dome (thedomelv.com), a movie theater that’s like a planetarium in that visitors recline while in a domeshaped building and watch projections on the ceiling of a choice of kids’ movies or animated scenes paired with music from

classic rock bands including U2, Led Zeppelin and Pink Floyd. The park occasionally shows movies outdoors, weather permitting.

Neon Museum Opened to the public in 2012, the Neon Museum is home to more than 200 of arguably the city’s most famed artistic contribution – signs. Stroll the nearly two-acre campus that’s within walking distance to Fremont Street as you check out signs of all stripes. The entire outdoor museum (keep this in mind when you’re booking a tour and might want to try to

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avoid the heat) is an Instagram lover ’s paradise, with a plethora of colorful signs at every turn. Tour day or night. Some signs flash. Some are iconic images of old Vegas – like the old Caesar’s Palace and Stardust signs – but the entire museum is a feast for the eyes and a place you could return to again and again without ever tiring.

Red Rock Canyon

Calico Hills in Red Rock Canyon (Photo by Superfish)

Although just more than 16 miles from Las Vegas, scenic Red Rock Canyon (redrockcanyonlv.org) feels refreshingly removed from the frenetic energy of the city. If you’re short on time, pay a vehicle fee at the ranger’s station and take a 13mile, one-way driving tour of this beautiful park. There are places to park so you can get out, admire the views and take August 2018 Scottsdale Airpark News |

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Artist Ugo Rondinone’s Seven Magic Mountains installation adds a splash of color to the Nevada desert.

photos before you press on to your next stop. Expect stunning red rock formations that change color in the sunlight coupled with the backdrop of green shrubs and sepia mountains. The area is quiet and a perfect place to relax and reflect. Sunset is an ideal time to snap memorable shots.

Be mindful of the 35 mph speed limit. You never know when a jackrabbit or other wildlife will dart across the road. If you have more time, consider hiking, climbing, biking or even camping here. The park offers 26 different trails of varying lengths and degrees of difficulty. If you’re exercising, bring plenty of water and wear sunscreen before you head out.

Seven Magic Mountains Seven Magic Mountains (sevenmagicmountains.com) is a public art installation

by Swiss artist Ugo Rondinone featuring colorful stacks of pink, blue, yellow and green boulders more than 30 feet high.

Located about ten miles south of Las Vegas off I-15, this eye-catching exhibit makes for a photo-worthy opportunity with the colorful, striking boulders providing a stark contrast to the Nevada desert surroundings. See this installation as soon as you can. It’s only promised to remain standing until the end of 2018.

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(Photo by Gianfranco Gorgoni, courtesy Art Production Fund and Nevada Museum of Art)

Where to Eat Locals love to dine at I Love Sushi (ilovesushi.restaurantsnapshot.com), and it’s not hard to see why. This surprisingly sleek sushi bar located in a strip mall in Henderson – about 16 miles from Las Vegas – slings tasty Japanese food. The Ushaped sushi bar is where chefs work their magic and diners can watch in the lively dining room. Waitresses wear kimonos.

Service is speedy. And specialty rolls are the stars of this restaurant’s extensive menu. Diners can feast on offerings ranging from complex rolls like Sean’s Special – spicy soft shell crab, spicy tuna, cucumber, masago, and cream cheese topped with yellowtail and avocado with brown and eel sauce – to simpler options like The Crunch Roll with tempura

shrimp, cucumber and avocado, topped with crunch and eel sauce.

If seafood isn’t your thing, stroll into Park on Freemont (parkonfreemont. com) for a menu of artisanal hamburgers, sandwiches and comfort food that includes “Garbage Fries” slathered in cheese and vegetables and topped with a sunny side-up egg; mac and cheese balls; and eggplant lettuce cups. The atmosphere is lively, especially on the whimsical garden patio illuminated by candles and torches.

These restaurants – like other non-Strip Las Vegas attractions – prove to be worthy of visitors’ time and money. And although main attractions are hard to resist, it can never hurt to venture off the beaten path.

You never know what you’ll find. 

businessspotlight Guests at PROSE check-in on iPads before settling in for treatments.

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Hand and Foot PROSE revolutionizes nail salon services

By Niki D’Andrea

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ROSE could be the most pristine, clean and fashionable mani-pedi business you’ll ever see. In March, the boutique hand and foot care salon opened a second Valley location in Scottsdale, and it’s already built up a loyal clientele who come for the upscale atmosphere, aesthetic artistry and emphasis on health.

The first thing one notices upon stepping inside PROSE is the air – it’s clean and cool, and completely devoid of the caustic scents (ethyl acetate, toluene, methyl methacrylate and other chemicals used in nail polish and removers) that typically permeate the air at a nail salon.

The lack of olfactory assault is for two reasons: First, PROSE doesn’t do acrylic nail services or give treatments that utilize toxic chemicals, and their globally curated nail polishes, hand lotions and exfoliants are as natural as possible.

Second, there’s a proprietary ventilation system built into the manicure tables that eliminates odors.

After taking a deep breath, guests check in on iPads near the front door before settling into one of the comfortable and

Pedicure stations include sterilized foot tubs.

stylish chairs for a treatment. Pedicure stations have sterilized foot tubs, built-in power outlets so customers can charge their phones (the manicure stations also have outlets, and there’s a basket of various loaner chargers nearby), cushy oversize charcoal-gray chairs that complement the natural wood features throughout the salon, and a large, flat-screen television showing peaceful nature scenes.

The new PROSE location is owned and operated by a group that includes Valley entrepreneur Rick Federico, the longtime CEO of P.F. Chang’s, and his wife Peggy, the CEO of Upward Projects, which includes Postino WineCafe. Lauren Bailey (a P.F. Chang’s veteran) and Lorrie Fickas are also owner-operators.

The design of the 2,000-square-foot space emphasizes an appealing visual flow that’s clean and comfortable. Even the selection of more than 200 high-quality nail polishes is thoughtfully displayed on custom wooden wall shelves. Before every service, all equipment is cleaned using medical-grade sterilization machines – yet another way PROSE tries to differentiate itself from other salons.

“The first time we visited PROSE, it was evident that (founder and CEO) Dave Crisalli spent considerable time listening to consumers and crafted the PROSE experience to be the better and different alternative,” Federico said. “We were very impressed with the simple elegance of PROSE and, as entrepreneurs, believe the brand is worth investing our resources and time. We look forward to working with Dave to propel PROSE to many other communities across the country.”

To celebrate its grand opening, PROSE Scottsdale is offering a limited-time premium manicure and pedicure for $50 to first-time guests. Month-to-month memberships are available, which provide three services per month for women for $105 and one service per month for men for $35 (both memberships break down to $35 per manicure or pedicure; non-member rates are $45 per manicure and $55 per pedicure).

A kid’s membership (two services per month) is also available for $70.

PROSE is located at 10893 N. Scottsdale Road. For more information, call 602-2622222 or visit myprose.com.  August 2018 Scottsdale Airpark News |

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Sherra Kissee adopted “Bling.”

Ashley Schuler adopted “Bella.”

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he Arizona Animal Welfare League opened a Pop-Up Kitten Adoption Shop in Scottsdale Quarter on Saturday and Sunday, June 23 and 24. People came both days to meet and mingle with 35 felines looking for forever homes. The shop, which was located next to Urban Outfitters, provided pop-up tents for the kittens to play in. All the kittens were micro-chipped, spayed or neutered and vaccinated. 

One of the kittens hoping to get adopted.

Savanna Larson got cozy with a gray tabby.

Erika McMillan played with kittens in one of the pop-up tents.

One of the kittens showing off.

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Arbileena Younadim is all smiles with a kitty.

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Zeke Hartman, 2, got sprayed by a fire hydrant.

Adrian Harris, 4, had a blast playing in the water.

The kids got to sit in the front of the fire truck.

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Three-year-old Ellie Richards romped through the water.

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Four-year-old Lucas Lawson grabbed a water gun.

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Three-year-old Masen Moore got soaked.

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50year salute

to volunteers

of Scottsdale Historical Society

By Joan Fudala

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ifty years ago this summer, many residents were up in arms about a city proposal. In fact, they became so concerned that they launched a petition drive and formed a new organization to raise awareness of the issue. If this sounds like what happens today, then you have the Scottsdale Historical Society to thank for showing us the way.

During July, 1968 and into the fall months, this group of concerned citizens – upon hearing that the dear but dilapidated

After life as a school, town hall and police department, the Little Red Schoolhouse was the Scottsdale Public Library from 1963 to 1968.

(Scottsdale Historical Society photo)

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1909-vintage Little Red Schoolhouse would be torn down for a pending expansion of the adjacent police and City Court building – banded together to “fight city hall.” They formed the Scottsdale Historical Society (SHS) in the heat of mid-July. The SHS immediately got the attention of the Scottsdale Daily Progress, which posted photos and ran articles about the soon-to-be-vacated Scottsdale Public Library that was housed in the historic schoolhouse. The SHS also enlisted young men who were members of the Scottsdale High School Key Club to help circulate petitions for residents to

The Scottsdale Historical Society’s petition drive to Save the Schoolhouse was front page news in the July 11, 1968 Scottsdale Daily Progress.

(Photo courtesy Joan Fudala)

The Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce and the Scottsdale Historical Society held at least one benefit dance to fund rehabilitation of the Little Red Schoolhouse.

(Scottsdale Historical Society photo)

Over 1,500 citizens signed petitions to Save the Schoolhouse, which were submitted to Scottsdale City Council in November 1968.

(Scottsdale Historical Society archives)

sign in support of preserving the old school. Other groups, like the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce, also got involved.

Just who were the “rabble rousers” leading the Save The Schoolhouse charge? They were long-time Scottsdale residents who either attended Scottsdale Grammar School or had a strong connection to it: Scottsdale’s second mayor, Mort Kimsey (who moved here circa 1917), and Lendon Windes, a retired teacher, co-chaired the new organization with Stanley Crews, a Scottsdale barber, as treasurer. Clara Beauchamp (who had started the hot lunch program at the Scottsdale Grammar School in the 1920s) led the petition drive. Lester and Labeula Mowry and Thelma Holvek (who had all attended the school) were also involved.

A July 12 Scottsdale Daily Progress front page article began with “The Scottsdale Historical Society was formed last night and its new membership pledged a fight to the finish in a campaign to save the ‘old red schoolhouse’.” By the time the SHS formed, they had already collected over 400 signatures, but hoped to collect thousands more “before the scheduled demolition of the old building sometime in October.”

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…continued from page 43 to tear down that old building. It’s one of the last buildings in Scottsdale which retains the heritage of the old West…. If these newcomers don’t like the idea of our trying to save that building, they can lump it. We should save something of Old Scottsdale for our children and grandchildren.”

The same July Progress article further said that city officials, “who asked not to be quoted, said the old school building is almost beyond repair.”

“If we don’t tear it down it probably will collapse,” one city official said. “It could be a menace to anyone who dares to enter. It’s a fire trap.”

The city owned the former school building, which had closed as a school in the early 1950s and was purchased by philanthropist Walker McCune to save it from destruction in 1955. McCune then turned it over to the city. The former school served as Scottsdale Town Hall from 1955 to the early 1960s, and also as Scottsdale Police Department headquarters.

From 1963 to 1968, the building was the Scottsdale Public Library. As if to underscore the building’s sorry state, a late July monsoon flooded the basement of the library, damaging many books. Flooding, in fact, was a common occurrence.

Undaunted, the volunteers of the fledgling SHS continued to circulate petitions, and expanded the mission of the new organization. Members encouraged Scottsdalians to donate historic photographs and documents to the SHS in order to accumulate a community historic archive.

Save the Schoolhouse petition drive chair Clara Beauchamp turned in forms containing over 1,500 signatures (remember, Scottsdale’s population was just over 66,000 at the time) at the Scottsdale City Council meeting on November 19, 1968. She also presented her recently written history

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Lute Wasbotten, Mr. Kadon and Don Ruff were among those participating in auctioning school slates to fund rehab of the Little Red Schoolhouse in 1972.

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When the library moved to its new Civic Center building in late 1968, the schoolhouse sat empty for over three years, awaiting a decision on its fate.

(Scottsdale Historical Society photo)

Among the repairs needed for the Little Red Schoolhouse before the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce could move in was a new roof. Here it’s roofless in September 1972.

(Scottsdale Historical Society photo)

of the schoolhouse. Former Mayor Kimsey spoke to his colleagues at the meeting, as did several other oldtimers, grammar school alumni and historical society members. No decision was made at the November 1968 council meeting; however, officials took the citizens and their desires to heart. It took almost three years, but the city reworked its plans for Civic Center Mall and its municipal facilities, and declared the Little Red Schoolhouse should be saved.

Then the work began to rehabilitate the 60-plus-year-old building and make it usable as a public space.

The Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce, then operating out of rented space adjacent to the Fine Art Gallery on Main Street and Marshall Way, said it would like to be housed in the historic building, and would help raise funds to fix it up.

The chamber and historical society sold school slates (hand-held chalk boards) to raise construction funds, and held Save the Schoolhouse dances. The roof was replaced, the inside brought up to standards, and the chamber moved into

After the Scottsdale Historical Society ensured the preservation of the Little Red Schoolhouse, the Scottsdale Chamber of Commerce occupied it from 1973 to 1991.

(Scottsdale Historical Society photo)

the Little Red Schoolhouse in February of 1973. The chamber and its visitors’ center stayed in the building until May 1991, when it moved next door to the former Jet Nolan’s Music Hall.

When the chamber moved out, the oft-relocated Scottsdale Historical Society moved in. Since the fall of 1991, the Scottsdale Grammar School #1/Little Red Schoolhouse has been home to the Scottsdale Historical Society and its Scottsdale Historical Museum. True to its original mission, the SHS has not only saved the schoolhouse, but has accumulated a treasure trove of photographs, documents and artifacts representing the diverse cultures and aspects of Scottsdale history.

The museum is open September through May, Wednesdays through Sundays free of charge…and, true to its origins, still operated by a dedicated cadre of volunteers.

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…continued from page 45 they’ve dedicated tens of thousands of hours over the past 50 years to preserving, presenting and promoting Scottsdale’s history.

They’ve featured historic speakers, sponsored historic home tours, given countless tours of the museum and have organized fascinating displays on the various themes of Scottsdale history, from spring training and Scottsdale High School to the life of late former Mayor Herb Drinkwater. Working in partnership with the Scottsdale Public Former Mayor Mort Kimsey Library, they have was the first president of the Scottsdale Historical Society and also digitized over a an ardent supporter of saving the thousand of their hisLittle Red Schoolhouse in 1968. toric photos, which are (Scottsdale Historical Society photo) available to the world

Mayor Herb Drinkwater and Scottsdale Historical Society members celebrate the official dedication ceremony of the Little Red Schoolhouse as the Scottsdale Historical Museum in March 1992.

(Scottsdale Historical Society photo)

on the library’s website, scottsdalelibrary.org/historical.

Thanks, Scottsdale Historical Society! You’ve given this and future generations a lasting connection to Scotts-

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Rebirth Brass Band performs at MIM on August 7.

THE ROCKY HORROR SHOW Greasepaint Youtheatre performs this cult classic musical about a young married couple, Brad and Janet, who set out to visit an old professor and find themselves stranded in a castle with a bizarre cast of characters on an unforgettable night.

When: Various times, Friday, August 3 through Saturday, August 11 Where: Greasepaint Youththeatre, 7020 E. Second St., Scottsdale Cost: $20 Info: 480-330-5918, greasepaint.org REBIRTH BRASS BAND Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band blends its traditional New Orleans brass band music with splashes of funk and hip-hop. Formed in 1993, the band has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to performing at festivals all over the world and being featured on the HBO show, Treme.

When: 7 p.m. Tuesday, August 7 Where: Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale Cost: $38.50-$48.50 Info: 480-478-6000, mim.org

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When: 7:30 p.m. Thursday, August 9 Where: Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale Cost: $33.50-$38.50 Info: 480-478-6000, mim.org AESTHETIC EVERYTHING BEAUTY EXPO 2018

Vocalist and songwriter Kat Edmonson crafts what she calls “vintage pop” music, but also has experience in the genres of jazz (she performed at the Montreaux Jazz Festival in 2014 and portrayed a jazz singer in Woody Allen’s 2016 film, Café Society) and country (she opened for Lyle Lovett on his 2010 tour and has collaborated with the country crooner on multiple songs).

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, August 10 Where: Musical Instrument Museum, 4725 E. Mayo Blvd., Scottsdale Cost: $28.50-$38.50 Info: 480-478-6000, mim.org

This beauty and style expo will be hosted by celebrity Gretchen Rossi, known for her roles on such shows as The Real Housewives of Orange County, Mia Mundo and TMI Hollywood. Rossi will be at the expo both days, viewing vendor booths and taking photos with companies and attendees. More than 100 exhibitors and 50 speakers will attend, (Photo special to Airpark News)

Kat Edmonson performs at MIM on August 10.

BEAU JEST Don Bluth Front Row Theatre presents this story about Sarah Goldman, a young school teacher in Chicago who invents the perfect boyfriend because she wants to please her parents. When they insist on meeting the man, Sarah hires an actor named Bob to pretend to be her boyfriend.

When: 7 p.m. Thursdays through Saturdays, August 16 through September 29 Where: Don Bluth Front Row Theatre, 8670 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale Cost: $27, general admission; $25, seniors Info: 480-314-0841, donbluthfrontrowtheatre.com

GOGO PENGUIN Manchester, England-based piano trio GoGo Penguin has been described as “acoustica-electronica,” but their music also includes touches of rock, jazz and video game soundtracks to

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Gretchen Rossi hosts the Aesthetic Everything Beauty Expo this month at The Phoenician.

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AIRPARK EVENTS …continued from page 47 This course is designed for anyone in the interpretive field. Interpreters connect visitors to important resources at parks, nature centers, historical sites, aquariums, zoos and more.

When: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. August 18-19 and August 25-26 Where: Holland Community Center, 34250 N. 60th St., Scottsdale Cost: $230 registration fee plus $150 for certification Info: 480-532-6423, interpret.com

When: 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Thursday, August 23 through Sunday, August 26 Where: WestWorld of Scottsdale, 16601 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale Cost: Free parking and admission Info: rvshowusa.com

NIGHT SWIM SERIES: VICEROY Maya Day + Nightclub’s Night Swim Series wraps up with a performance by Viceroy, an American DJ and producer who has released exclusive remixes for notable artists including Lady Gaga, Passion Pit and St. Lucia. Viceroy has received more than five million plays on his Soundcloud and reached number 27 on the Billboard Twitter Emerging Artist Chart in 2015 for his song “Back at the Start.” His most recent remix, “Bones,” was released this year.

When: 10 p.m. Monday, August 20 Where: Maya Day + Nightclub, 7333 E. Indian Plaza, Scottsdale Cost: Free with RSVP Info: mayaclubaz.com

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Larry Fitzgerald hosts Fitz’s Supper Club at Dominick’s Steakhouse on August 27.

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RV SUPER SHOW This large indoor exhibition of recreational vehicles includes RVs of every type, from travel trailers to luxury diesel pushers.

Manufacturers represented include Tiffin, Dutchmen, Leisure Travel, Entegra, Fleetwood, American Coach, Hymer, Keystone, Pleasure Way, Regency Vans, Thor Motor Coach, Heartland, Vanleigh and Winnebago. Pricing posted on every unit.

Arizona Cardinals wide receiver Larry Fitzgerald hosts his annual charity dinner event benefitting the Larry Fitzgerald First Down Fund, which supports organizations that work with youth to promote education and organizations that work to cure cancer and provide support to cancer patients. Attendees will dine on dishes prepared by Dominick’s Steakhouse chef Mark Lupino and also enjoy cocktails and bidding on one-of-a-kind items in silent and live auctions. This year marks the tenth anniversary of the event.

When: 7 p.m. Monday, August 27 Where: Dominick’s Steakhouse, 15169 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale Cost: Tickets start at $850 per person Info: 602-524-8557 

diningdestinations Casa Amigos exudes a mix of modern Scottsdale touches and Southwestern Mexican flair.

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ou know how the eyes of some portrait paintings seem to follow you around? At Casa Amigos Tacos + Tequila, they actually do. The half-dozen or so paintings of iconic Mexican figures like Frida Kahlo and Cesar Chavez hanging on the red brick walls throughout the 9,000-square-foot restaurant feature electronic eyes that slowly move from side to side. It’s just one of many stylish design features that sets Casa Amigos apart from most of the other culinary concepts in downtown Scottsdale.

Designed by Alison Victoria, star of HGTV’s Kitchen Crashers and Windy City Flip, Casa Amigos exudes a mix of modern Scotts-

dale touches and Southwestern Mexican flair. The expansive patio – separated from the main dining room by painted garage doors – transforms into a club scene at night, pulsing with colorful lights and bumping with Top 40 beats.

There’s a boutique bowling alley upstairs called Skylanes, which adds to the after-dark action and flashing lights aesthetic. Both the bowling club and Casa Amigos are owned by Evening Entertainment Group, which also owns neighboring Bottled Blonde, Bevvy and Hi Fi Kitchen Kitchen + Cocktails.

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Electronic eyes in all the paintings move from side to side.

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…continued from page 49 made with any of Casa Amigos’ 52 tequilas. The house margarita is made with Sauza silver tequila and a from-scratch sweet and sour blend. Casa Amigos also offers half a dozen mezcals, distilled alcoholic beverages made from any type of

agave that are similar to tequila, but which exude much smokier flavors.

Craft cocktails put a Southwestern twist on traditional tipples. To wit: the Jalisco Mule made with Patron Silver tequila in lieu of vodka and the Sangaria Rojo, which adds a dash of Mexican vanilla to

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a blend of red wine, brandy, peach schnapps, triple sec and muddled strawberries and raspberries. The beer menu also skews south of the border, with Dos XX Lager, Pacifico, Modelo Especial and Tecate Light topping the list. Don’t expect much in the way of Arizona craft beer – a handful of Four Peaks brews is as close as Casa Amigos gets.

The food menu is everything most people would expect at a Mexican restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale – nachos, tacos, burritos, fajitas and enchiladas, with some salads and sandwiches thrown in for good measure.

Chips with salsa and guacamole are always a good start (salsa and guacamole are ordered separately). The salsa trio consists of house tomato (mild and zesty), roasted tomatillo (mild and tangy) and chile de árbol (spicy and garlicky). The Casa Guac can be ordered mild, medium or hot and is made with avocado, tomato, onion and cilantro, with the option to add pomegranate, queso fresco, roasted corn or even Pop Rocks for an additional $1 each.

Another worthy appetizer is Casa Amigos' street corn – charred, slathered in tajín chili aioli and queso fresco, and served with grilled lime for zest. It’s not the best street corn in the Valley, but it’s pretty darn good and makes a great side

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cheese blend, and the shredded chicken enchiladas are similarly cheese-covered.

Dessert options are a fudge brownie or churros. Both are equally sweet, and indulging in either should feel uniquely creepy beneath the watchful moving eyes of Casa Amigos’ paintings. 

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Nachos are listed on the menu with the starters, but the portion is meal-sized, with a plate that feels like it weighs about three pounds piled with chips, house queso, tomatoes, jalapeños, salsa, guacamole, a cheese blend and sour cream. Ground beef, chicken tinga or beef tinga can be added for $4 (“tinga” refers to a sauce made from tomatoes, chipotle chilis in adobo, and sliced onions).

Entrees are hearty and filling. All tacos are served with Spanish rice and refried or ranchero black beans, and two of the most popular options are the Doble Taco and grilled mahi tacos. The Doble Taco is like a traditional seasoned beef taco, but bulkier. Packed with meat, refried beans, cheddar cheese, lettuce, pico de gallo and sour cream, the taco’s heft makes the two-tortilla arrangement (there’s a flour tortilla wrapped around a hard corn tortilla) necessary.

The mahi tacos make a nice summer nosh, with the grilled fish made slightly spicy and super sprightly by an ancho-chile lime marinade, tomato, cucumber, shredded cabbage and a tasty tequila aioli.

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Topgolf’s culinary program is a slice above

ince opening being able to manage, develop and build four years ago, teams,” Riesenberg Topgolf Scottsays. “Here, we have sdale has built a a very vibrant culture, reputation as a familyand we’re the best. friendly place with We’re the gold stanfun and creative takes

By Lynette Carrington dard and our culinary on golf. Both seasoned program is part of that.” and novice golfers step Topgolf executive chef into the playing bays and Kenny Laird started his career swing for the round targets out on the playing field. Sure, the idea is to at the Topgolf in Scottdale. “I go wherrack up the best score in the group, but ever Topgolf needs me,” says Laird, who everywhere you look, people are enjoying also helped open Topgolf locations in cocktails, shared plates and entrees while Colorado, Las Vegas and New Jersey. He is having laughs, cheering on their friends, currently helping to bring a new executive or perhaps giving each other a good- chef on board at the Scottsdale location, natured ribbing about lackluster golfing then he’ll begin working at the Topgolf skills. When it comes to the venue’s food that’s opening in Glendale later this year.

“We are a culinarily-defined company,” program, one might say that Topgolf is wearing the culinary equivalent of the Laird explains. “We’re based on that, and Masters Tournament signature green all our systems and kitchens are very similar. We’re working smarter and the jacket.

Brian Riesenberg teed off his career fact that we run a majority from-scratch with Darden Restaurants, staying for 21 kitchen says a lot about what we’re able years prior to becoming the operations to do at Topgolf.”

Laird goes on to say that fresh ingremanager at Topgolf Scottsdale last year.

“I love golf and I love operations and dients, house-made sauces and dressings,

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and thoughtful recipes put the menu in a league of its own compared to other entertainment venues in the Valley.

There is nothing ordinary about the Topgolf menu. Think fresh, engaging and fun. Much thought and preparation has gone into the menu, and that includes the cocktails. One particularly creative cocktail on the menu is the mai colada and it reflects summer beautifully in every sip. The sinfully delicious cocktail includes Malibu coconut rum and Blue Chair Bay banana rum with Monin almond orgeat, pineapple and lime juices, a float of dark rum, a sprig of mint and a coconut cream popsicle dunked into the drink to complete this party in a glass.

A few more seasonally themed drinks include a cucumber melon cooler and a “frose” with Beso del Sol pink rose sangria, Bollicini prosecco and a massive ice cube made from pureed strawberries and raspberries. Of course, what would a day of golfing be without an Arnold Palmer Spiked? Other cocktails include a variety of Bloody Marys, margaritas and mules, plus a robust assortment of spirits, beer and wine.

massive dish could easily be enjoyed by four to six people and includes one of the biggest pretzels you’ll ever see with Genoa salami, sausage, prosciutto, pepper jack and cheddar cheeses, candied pecans, gala apples, red grapes and blackberries piled into every nook and cranny of the pretzel and served with Dijon mustard and Pabst Blue Ribbon beer cheese sauce.

Other sharable plates and entrees include bacon mac ‘n’ cheese spring rolls, cheese fries, hummus, signature nachos, quesadillas, burgers, flatbreads, sliders, salads and sandwiches. Desserts include silver dollar s’mores, sharable milkshakes and ice cream sundaes.

Or hit a literal hole-in-one with your group with injectable doughnut holes that guests fill with chocolate, Bavarian cream or raspberry jelly. Naturally, the doughnuts are a huge hit with kids.

“We always want to make sure there is something on the menu that appeals to everybody,” Smith said. “We want our culinary experience to be elevated beyond what you would see at a bar or what you would expect.

As our brand has continued to grow, we have upped our game. Our culinary team has put a lot of focus on being a foodie venue. Innovation is big with Topgolf and it’s one of our core values.” 

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Trisha Smith, senior marketing director of Topgolf in Arizona, says the drink menu contains some thoughtful alcohol-free concoctions, as well. “We’ve recently gotten into the mocktail world,” Smith says. “These drinks are like what you would get at the bar but without the alcohol. Our guests that don’t want alcohol but want to be part of the party can size up our drinks.”

Although a good portion of the menu is the same across all Topgolf locations, there are seasonal dishes available for a limited time only. There are regional dishes, too, like the Strawberry Fields salad with greens, strawberries, blueberries, candied pecans and blue cheese crumbles kissed with a low-fat balsamic dressing. Other new offerings include chicken lettuce wraps with a spicy ginger dipping sauce and the cookie crumble sundae. Are you eating gluten-free, vegan or vegetarian?

Just let your designated server know and they will help you find dishes that work for your dietary needs.

“Dishes that are sharable are big on our menu, too,” Laird adds. “They’re delicious and easy for several people to share while they’re playing.” One such sharable is the jumbo pretzel board. The

Topgolf Cookie Crumble Sundae

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Market Street Kitchen continues its “Magical, Mystery, Tour” dining series Market Street Kitchen will host a second installment of its “Magical, Mystery, Tour” dining series at 5:30 p.m. on Thursday, August 23. The event will have an island theme, so diners are encouraged to wear Hawaiian shirts and enjoy a special tiki food menu and cocktail pairings. The cost is $75 per person and includes food and beverages at Market Street Kitchen with a trolley ride to stop two, Liberty Station.

Market Street Kitchen is located at 20825 N. Pima Road in Scottsdale. For more information, or to RSVP, call 480-278-7044 or visit marketstreetkitchen.com.

Lunch and Learn lineup announced for Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa

Proceeds from the sale of the Pink Lady cocktail at The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch will benefit Arizona Cancer Foundation for Children in September.

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The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch launches charity cocktail program The seasonal cocktails served at Kitchen West Restaurant and Bar Six40 inside The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch will benefit nonprofit organizations in August and September. The August cocktail, Prairie Lemonade ($12), features High West Prairie Bourbon and Southern Comfort with simple syrup and fresh lemon juice. The Scottsdale Resort will donate 5 percent of proceeds from Prairie Lemonade to New Pathways for Youth, an organization that fosters one-on-one relationships between at-risk youth and trained volunteer mentors. In September, the seasonal cocktail will be the Pink Lady ($12), made with Bombay Sapphire Gin, pink grapefruit juice, simple syrup and Peychaud’s Bitters. Five percent of proceeds from the Pink Lady will benefit the Arizona Cancer Foundation for children.

The Scottsdale Resort at McCormick Ranch is located at 7700 E. McCormick Parkway in Scottsdale. For more information, call 480-596-7521 or visit thescottsdaleresort.com.

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Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa’s Lunch and Learn series returns for its 16th year this summer. The Saturday events feature top chefs joining Sanctuary’s executive chef, Beau MacMillan, for interactive cooking demonstrations including a three-course meal with wine, live music, Q&A opportunities and take-home recipes. The 2018 lineup begins with a dinner on August 4 with Chef Carl Ruiz (owner of Marie’s Italian Specialties in New Jersey), and continues August 11 with a lunch event featuring Chef James Porter. The August 25 dinner event features mixologist Tony Abou-Ganim, Samantha Sanz of Talavera restaurant at Four Seasons Resort Scottsdale, and Rene Andrade (formerly of elements at Sanctuary). The series concludes with Chicago-based chef Danny Grant for a dinner event on September 1.

Reservations for Lunch and Learn events cost $85 per person for lunch and $145 per person for dinner. Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain Resort & Spa is located at 5700 E. McDonald Drive in Paradise Valley. For more information or to register, call 480-9482100 or visit sanctuaryoncamelback.com.

Frank Family Vineyards will be the winemaker guest on August 16 at Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch.

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Talavera chef Samantha Sanz will participate in the August 25 Lunch and Learn event at Sanctuary on Camelback Mountain.

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Hyatt Regency Scottsdale Resort & Spa presents monthly wine dinners Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch’s monthly wine dinner series began in July and continues this month with Frank Family Vineyards on Thursday, August 16. Housed in Napa Valley’s Larkmead Winery, Frank Family Vineyards handcrafts limited-edition reserve and sparkling wines.

The September wine dinner will feature Martin Ray Vineyards & Winery (based in the Russian River Valley in Northern California), while October brings Cakebread Cellars. November’s event features Hess Winery. The series concludes in December with Schramsberg Vineyards.

Each event begins with an appetizer and wine reception, followed by a four-course dinner with wine pairings. Receptions begin at 6:30 p.m. with dinners at 7 p.m.

The cost is $95 to $105 per person. Reservations required.

Hyatt Regency Resort & Spa at Gainey Ranch is located at 7500 E. Doubletree Ranch Road in Scottsdale. For more information or to register, call 480-444-1234 or visit hyatt.com. 

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AN ABRIDGED DIRECTORY OF AIRPARK RESTAURANTS

AMERICAN Chloe’s Corner Chloe’s Corner is more than just a place to score a 50-cent cup of killer coffee; it’s where the whole neighborhood comes to meet, eat and dash. The Corner Chop salad heaped with turkey, cheese and candied nuts is always a favorite. There’s also an extensive case of grab-and-go items.

15215 N. Kierland Blvd., Scottsdale 480-999-0202, chloescorneraz.com Chicken tortilla soup at The Greene House

Sandwiches and soups dominate the menu at Chloe’s Corner.

(Photo by Niki D’Andrea)

(Photo by Blake Bonillas)

refreshing, Zen-like atmosphere. OBON walks the fine line between traditional Asian fare and modern fusion, replacing foreign ingredients with the familiar.

Peppers and heady spices dominate.

15037 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 602-491-2796, fukushuconcepts.com

The Greene House California cuisine is served in a breezy, open environment at this Kierland Commons lunch favorite. Try the chicken tortilla soup, sesame chicken pot stickers or horseradish potato gratin.

15024 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-889-9494, foxrc.com/restaurants/ the-greene-house

ASIAN OBON Sushi + Bar + Ramen OBON’s light wood furnishings, natural stone and waving tree triptych create a Ramen at OBON Sushi + Bar +Ramen (Photo courtesy Havas PR)

Sapporo For 17 years, Sapporo has been an Airpark staple, offering Pacific Rim-style seafood and steaks, interactive teppanyaki tables, and of course, fresh sushi.

14344 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-607-1114, sapporoscottsdale.com

10320 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-483-6922, nybagelsnbialys.com Snooze an A.M. Eatery This bustling and bright breakfast joint has a retro-futuristic aesthetic and a colossal menu packed with flavor, from traditional bacon and eggs to six styles of eggs Benedict, including versions with grilled corn, prosciutto, and salmon.

15054 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-664-3133, snoozeeatery.com/ locations/Kierland

BREAKFAST/BRUNCH Eggstacy The massive menu here has something for everyone, from egg dishes and fruit parfaits to pancakes and waffles to skillets and creative crêpes. Standouts include smoked salmon Benedict and the breakfast burrito with jalapeño and chorizo.

6990 E. Shea Blvd., Scottsdale 480-500-5889, eggstacyaz.com New York Bagels ‘N Bialys The owners of New York Bagels ‘N Bialys are transplants from the Big Apple who mix their bagel dough daily. After broiling and baking them to perfection, they put them out for hungry Scottsdale residents (there’s also a location at SkySong), who eagerly eat them up.

Breakfast pot pie at Snooze an A.M. Eatery (Photo special to Airpark News)

BURGERS/BARBECUE Lush Burger Located at DC Ranch Crossing/AJ Center, Lush Burger serves 11 flamboyantly named variations, ranging from the classic build-your-own to the “Hello…?!?!? Can Anyone Get Me a Bacon Cheeseburger August 2018 Scottsdale Airpark News |

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The onion-heavy Roadhouse burger at Lush Burger (Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

seared ahi, just inches away from poutine and guacamole. The globally inspired menu is intriguing, and Chef Jose Morales’ flavors are succinct.

8989 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-912-6774, 6degreesaz.com Skeptical Chymist The menu at this Irish restaurant and bar emphasizes modern Irish food: grilled lamb cutlets, black puddings, Irish bangers, braised pork belly, grilled seasonal vegetable skewers, stellar soups and Shepherd’s Pie. Food and drink 18-ounce rib-eye at The Fat Ox (Photo courtesy MMPR)

Around Here?!?” Mushroom lovers will dig “Jay Does ‘Shrooms,” while pizza fanatics can order the Pepperoni Burger.

18251 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale 480-686-8908, lushburgeraz.com The Rooster Tavern Dubbing itself a “luxury neighborhood dive bar,” The Rooster Tavern gives guests elevated pub grub in a stylish, but homey, atmosphere. Popular menu items include the Boursin burger slathered in Boursin cheese and topped with crispy applewood-smoked bacon, and Rico’s Street Tacos packed with shredded beef.

14202 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-275-7421, theroostertavern.com Zinburger Haute hamburgers and decadent milkshakes make this Scottsdale Quarter concept a gloriously gluttonous experience.

15257 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-285-0690, zinburgeraz.com

EUROPEAN/GLOBAL 6 Degrees Urban Kitchen 6 Degrees Urban Kitchen is a New American mélange of ingredients and cultures. On one end, you’ll find chicken yakitori and

Crunchy cauliflower at 6 Degrees Urban Kitchen (Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

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6316 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-307-6900, ilovefatox.com

HEALTHFUL/ VEGETARIAN Shepherd’s Pie at Skeptical Chymist (Photo by Kimberly Carrillo)

aside, Skeptical Chymist is known as an apothecary-themed eatery. The owner received items for the restaurant from the wife of Phoenix Poison Control’s founder.

15688 N. Pima Rd., Scottsdale 480-609-8677, skepticalchymist.com

Fresh Mint Fresh Mint does vegetarian cuisine right.

This is, as Chef Mai Ly describes it, “vegetarian food with a Vietnamese twist.” Though there are a handful of dishes prepared with faux soy-based meats, many of Chef Mai’s signature dishes put veggies, fungi and legumes center stage.

FINE DINING Dominick’s Steakhouse The food at Dominick’s Steakhouse is, unsurprisingly, focused on meat.

Selections include filet mignon, jumbo scallops, steak and caramelized onions (with gorgonzola and creamy horseradish), and highly regarded bone-in KC strip and rib-eye steaks. The bar area and dining room are dark and chic, and the shallow indoor pool attracts many diners to Dominick’s rooftop.

15169 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-272-7271, dominickssteakhouse.com The Fat Ox The concept here is “a new approach on Italian food,” meant to be “simple yet bold.” The menu includes decadent dishes worthy of a Robin Leach voiceover – Scottish salmon with faro risotto and apricot agro dolce, Duroc pork tomahawk chop with baby fennel in a balsamic glaze, and a mind-blowingly good 40-ounce prime porterhouse that will set you back $110.

Spicy lemongrass soup at Fresh Mint (Photo by Niki D’Andrea)

13802 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-443-2556, freshmint.us.com Grabbagreen These stores focus on salads, protein bowls and juices ranging from around 200 calories to upwards of 700 calories for more filling pasta meals. Seafood lovers will appreciate the shrimp- and avocado-studded Gulf of Mexico salad, while the Patagonia bowl uses a potent olive oil and herb blend to boost the flavor of chimichurri-sauced steak.

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Lamp Pizzeria Owner Matt Pilato prepared and tested countless pizzas before landing on the thin-crust neoNeopolitan-style pizza Lamp serves. He creates balanced, flavorful pies with exactly the perfect amount of chew and crunch. Aside from the pizzas, a must-try is the mignulata, a Sicilian bread

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ITALIAN

Tutti Santi has served fine traditional Italian dishes since 1996.

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Pepperoni and pepper pizza at Lamp Pizzeria (Photo by Becky Bracken)

stuffed with sausage, pecorino and cauliflower.

8900 E. Pinnacle Peak Rd., Scottsdale 480-292-8773, lamppizza.com Rinaldi’s Italian Deli Rinaldi’s made-to-order sandwiches are crafted only with Boar ’s Head premium cold cuts.

There are also several salads on the menu, in addition to traditional Italian favorites like lasagne and eggplant parmesan. This neighborhood mainstay also offers breakfast and brunch options like breakfast burritos and omelets.

Catering available.

16211 N. Scottsdale Rd., Scottsdale 480-607-3354, rinaldisdeli.com Tutti Santi Since 1996, Chef Nina Vincenti has been serving diners the finest Italian dishes, from antipasto appetizers and fresh pastas to thoughtfully prepared meat and fish dishes. The pastas and sauces, both

homemade, steal the show with their potent aroma and fantastic flavors.

6339 E. Greenway Rd., Scottsdale 480-951-3775, tuttisantiristorante.com

DoubleTree Resort, but some fan favorites remain – like the tonguetingling, jalapeño-bacon-wrapped shrimp, which has been on the menu in some form for at least 14 years and is a popular go-to item for locals. Also popular: piquant lamb meatballs, avocado toast and shrimp aguachiles.

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Shrimp aguiachiles at Asadero Cocina + Cantina

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What’s Cooking

With JAN D’ATRI

Nutella Mousse Klondike Cake

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t’s frosty! It’s scrumptious! It’s refreshing!

It’s so easy!

I don’t think I’m going to have to talk you into trying this Nutella Mousse Klondike Cake.

It takes some of our favorite dessert ingredients and turns them into a sensational frozen cake that you cut into slices of delicious decadence! The Nutella whips up with heavy cream or Cool Whip to make a mouthwatering mousse that gets sandwiched in between layers of chocolate wafer cookies, vanilla ice cream and oh, did I mention frozen Klondike bars? Yeah, those too! This is about as easy to put together as it gets and the only real challenge is waiting for it to freeze. But so worth the wait!

Nutella Mousse Klondike Cake Ingredients: 1 pint heavy cream/whipping cream or 8 oz. container Cool Whip 1 small jar (13 oz.) Nutella 1 (9 oz.) box Nabisco Famous Chocolate Wafers 1 quart vanilla ice cream

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1 (6-count) pack Klondike bars of your choice 1 bar dark chocolate (3.5 oz.)

Directions: Make the Nutella Mousse: Whip heavy cream then mix together with 1/4 cup Nutella. (If using Cool Whip, mix together container of Cool Whip and Nutella until well combined.)

Place a layer of chocolate wafer cookies on the bottom of a bread-sized baking container or small casserole dish. Spoon first layer of Nutella mousse over top. Place Klondike bars over top of mousse, filling in all spaces with sliced bars.

Spoon softened vanilla ice cream over top of bars. Add second layer of chocolate wafer cookies. Slather second layer of mousse over top.

Add last layer of softened ice cream. Curl or shave chocolate bar with knife or potato peeler. (Chocolate curls better if slightly warm.) Spread over the top. Freeze cake for several hours (best if frozen overnight). Slice or spoon onto serving dishes.

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There are more than 51 golf courses within Scottsdale city limits.

Golf Channel gives Scottsdale Golf Week a boost (Photo by Lonna Tucker)

By Caroline Stoeckel, Vice President of Marketing, Experience Scottsdale

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olf has been a part of Scottsdale’s DNA for nearly a century, and throughout the years, more and more golf courses have sprouted up throughout the city.

It’s a history that Experience Scottsdale honors, and throughout the remainder of 2018, Experience Scottsdale is rolling out new efforts to market Scottsdale and reach visitors who love to golf. From promoting the third annual Scottsdale Golf Week to partnering with media powerhouse Golf Channel, we hope to lure even more golf visitors to the destination.

With 51 golf courses within city limits and more than 200 in the surrounding area, golf remains one of the most popular activities for travelers to Scottsdale. And according to golf industry research firm ORCA, Scottsdale-area golf courses are performing well – seeing positive yearover-year increases in rounds played and revenue per available round.

In 2016, of the nearly 4.5 million overnight domestic visitors who came to Scottsdale, 11 percent reportedly played rounds of golf, outpacing the U.S. norm of 4 percent. These visitors are highly valuable to the destination because, according to previous Experience Scottsdale

research, they tend to spend 50 percent more per person than the average Scottsdale visitor. And they tend to travel in packs.

To elevate Scottsdale’s brand and appeal to avid golfers from the U.S. and Canada, Experience Scottsdale began promoting Scottsdale Golf Week in 2016.

The event returns January 7 through

January 13, 2019, during which locals and visitors can take advantage of promotions at Scottsdale-area courses, pro shops, restaurants and attractions.

Experience Scottsdale will promote the third iteration of Scottsdale Golf Week this fall through email marketing, social media and public relations efforts. …continues on page 60

Through the partnership with Golf Channel, Experience Scottsdale not only gains exposure for the destination on television, but also on GolfChannel. com and GolfAdvisor.com.

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Scottsdale Golf Week returns January 7 through January 13, 2019.

(Photo courtesy Experience Scottsdale)

And through a partnership with Golf Channel, Experience Scottsdale will further expand the reach of our destination messaging.

Earlier this summer, Experience Scottsdale arranged for the Golf Channel to film a 30-minute episode of Golf Advisor Round Trip that’s dedicated to Scottsdale. During the episode, star Matt Ginella will showcase TPC Scottsdale, Grayhawk Golf Club and Troon North Golf Club as he plays with the likes of Larry Fitzgerald of the Arizona Cardinals and former Arizona Coyotes player Jeremy Roenick.

But Ginella also will take viewers beyond the green.

Golf Advisor Round Trip will highlight activities like tequila tasting at Fairmont Scottsdale Princess, mountain biking in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve with Arizona Outback Adventures, chocolate making at Zak’s Chocolate, and more.

Through the partnership with Golf Channel, Experience Scottsdale not only gains exposure for the destination on television, but also on GolfChannel.com and GolfAdvisor. com. The episode and three reruns will air in October and include a call to action for viewers to book an exclusive Scottsdale Golf Week travel package with tours and activities led by Ginella.

Golf continues to be a part of Scottsdale’s DNA, but it’s just one of the reasons visitors – including avid and casual golfers – choose to book vacations to Scottsdale. Through Experience Scottsdale’s marketing efforts, we hope to show visitors that there’s plenty of opportunity to play – both on and off the course. 

Caroline Stoeckel is the vice president of marketing for Experience Scottsdale, which is responsible for marketing the Scottsdale area as a premier travel and meetings destination to national and international leisure visitors, travel agents, tour operators, meeting planners and media.

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Healthcare the naturopathic way

By Paul Breslau, Breslau Insurance & Benefits Inc.

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naturopathic approach offers positive health solutions for those of us working and living in Scottsdale and throughout Arizona. We all benefit from The Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine in Tempe, since it is recognized internationally for its curriculum based on the biomedical sciences. Many of their students have stayed in the area.

“Founded upon a holistic philosophy, naturopathic medicine combines safe and effective traditional therapies with the most current advances in modern medicine.

Naturopathic medicine is appropriate for the management of a broad range of health conditions affecting people of all ages,” according to Dana Keaton, N.M.D., L.A.C., at the Center for Natural Medicine.

From naturopathic.org, the following principles are the foundation of naturopathic medical practice: The Healing Power of Nature (Vis Medicatrix Naturae): Naturopathic medicine recognizes an inherent self-healing process in people that is ordered and intelligent.

Naturopathic physicians act to identify and remove obstacles to healing and recovery, and to facilitate and augment this inherent self-healing process.

Identify and Treat the Causes (Tolle Causam): The naturopathic physician seeks to identify and remove the underlying causes of illness rather than to merely eliminate or suppress symptoms.

First Do No Harm (Primum Non Nocere): Naturopathic physicians follow three guidelines to avoid harming the patient: Utilize methods and medicinal substances which minimize the risk of harmful side effects; use the least force necessary to diagnose and treat; avoid when possible the harmful suppression of symptoms; and acknowledge, respect, and work with individuals’ self-healing processes.

Doctor as Teacher (Docere): Naturopathic physicians educate their patients and encourage self-responsibility for health. They also recognize and employ the therapeutic potential of the doctor-patient relationship.

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physicians treat each patient by taking into account individual physical, mental, emotional, genetic, environmental, social, and other factors. Since total health also includes spiritual health, naturopathic physicians encourage individuals to pursue their personal spiritual development.

Prevention: Naturopathic physicians emphasize the prevention of disease by assessing risk factors, heredity and susceptibility to disease, and by making appropriate interventions in partnership with their patients to prevent illness.

Dr. Keaton continues: “Naturopathic physicians (N.D.s) are the highest trained practitioners in the broadest scope of naturopathic medical modalities. In addition to the basic medical sciences and conventional diagnostics, naturopathic education includes therapeutic nutrition, botanical medicine, homeopathy, natural childbirth, classical Chinese medicine, hydrotherapy, naturopathic manipulative therapy, pharmacology and minor surgery.”

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The next time you or a loved one experience a health challenge, or if you just want to optimize your health, consider reaching out

to one of the many naturopathic doctors in our community. If you do not know where to start, try Dr. Keaton at the Center for Natural Medicine in Phoenix.

Another option is Redirect Health, with one location in the Airpark, one in South Scottsdale, and several more in the Valley.

Per Dr. Janice Johnston,“We integrate several naturopathic specialists into our services. We find naturopathic physicians complement treatments offered by allopathic physicians very well, especially with respect to nutritional and hormonal needs.”

I am now partnering with leading local health insurance and employee benefits experts. Please reach out to me at 602692-6832 or Paul@HRaz.com for an initial conversation, evaluation or referral. 

Paul Breslau, Registered Health Underwriter (RHU), Registered Employee Benefit Consultant (REBC), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Chartered Advisor for Senior Living (CASL), is President of Breslau Insurance & Benefits Inc. Contact: 602-692-6832; www.HRaz.com; Paul@ HRaz.com.

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he property owner has vacant space. A business owner needs space. The parties find each other, agree to terms, sign a lease and the tenant occupies the space. What could go wrong?

Plenty, if the core expectations of the parties were not anticipated, discussed and memorialized before the lease was signed.

A core expectation is anything of importance to either landlord or tenant. In that regard, because the landlord prepares the contract, it’s safe to say its interests have been protected. Tenants, on the other hand, seldom have a working knowledge of what can and should be included in a commercial lease agreement – and tend to gloss over business issues that, to them at least, would be inferred.

This article focuses on some of the notso-obvious things landlords and tenants would be well-served to contemplate and define before the lease is signed.

Things that affect the rent. Every expense that would or could be passed through to the tenant should be identified and assigned a monetary value.

Commonly overlooked expenses include such things as management charges, the difference between maintenance expenses and capital expenditures, who is responsible for paying for the replace-

Regardless of the lease type, it is reasonable for the lease to contain language requiring an annual accounting of the actual operating expenses for the just-completed year and estimates for the current year. ment of a worn out air conditioner or repairing the roof, and whether the building has been fully assessed for tax purposes. Regardless of the lease type, it is reasonable for the lease to contain language requiring an annual accounting of the actual operating expenses for the just-completed year and estimates for the current year.

Heating and cooling. In buildings that provide conditioned air, the lease should specify the temperature range during the standard building hours as well as after hours, and any charges that will be assessed for after hours conditioned air usage.

Rental payments. Confirm the date rental payments are considered late and how late charges are determined and assessed.

Permitted and exclusive uses. Specify all intended uses as well as anticipated uses in the lease agreement. In addition, craft detailed language describing any exclusive uses and include monetary penalties in the event the landlord violates exclusive use rights.

Quiet enjoyment. This term refers to a tenant’s reasonable expectation to be able to use the leased premises for the intended use(s). Things that can interfere with this ability should be expressly identified in the lease and can include noise, smells, the temperature range of conditioned air, pests and limited access.

Zoning. Both landlord and tenant should research and confirm that all intended uses are permitted in the property zoning. If there are any questions, make obtaining city approval a contingency to finalizing the lease.

Parking. Specify the number of parking spaces the business will have access to, including spaces for employees and visitors. Note in the lease document that this number of spaces will be provided either at no charge or at a predetermined price, …continues on page 64 August 2018 Scottsdale Airpark News |

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where they will be located, and if they will be marked with the businesses’ name.

Subleasing and assignments. Confirm the landlord will not unreasonably withhold its consent to subleasing the space or assigning one’s leasehold interest to another party. This is especially important if one wishes to sell the business and wants to make certain any renewal options will convey to the buyer. Also specify the maximum amount of any review and/or transfer fees.

Usable size. Clarify how the rentable and usable areas are calculated and include a provision that bases the rental amount on a price per square foot, subject to independent measurement.

Early termination. For companies that may be growing or whose space needs are unclear, include a provision allowing the tenant to buy out of the remaining lease obligation by providing sufficient written notice and paying a predetermined amount.

Relocation. If location within the building is important, the lease should include a provision that controls the location, size and condition of the substitute premises.

Also, specify that the landlord will pay for all moving expenses, including costs associated with printing, wiring and communications.

Personal guarantees. Discuss a fixed guarantee period, after which the guarantee will terminate, providing the tenant is not in monetary default. In the alternative, negotiate a larger security deposit or an amount tied to the landlord’s out-of-pocket expenses that self-amortizes.

Holding over. Most leases contain a provision that increases the rental rate by a factor of 25 to 100 percent over the last amount payable in the event the tenant remains in the space after the termination date. Modify the language to say that if the parties are negotiating in good faith, the increase is waived.

First rights and options. Specify the precise terms, including the rental rate, of any first rights to lease adjacent space and/or options to extend the lease.

Write it right. Be mindful that memories fade and ownership changes. Therefore, in order for any term, condition or agreement to be contractually binding, it must be expressly included in the lease agreement. A good rule of thumb is to document everything, especially verbal representations that are material to the transaction.

In closing, I suggest preemptively addressing even seemingly insignificant things that could possibly affect a business. Anticipating issues that may occur and incorporating appropriate clarifications and remedies within the initial lease agreement is the prudent way to avoid potential tenant-landlord disputes and avert placing an otherwise mutually beneficial relationship in jeopardy. 

Stephen A. Cross, CCIM, owns CROSS Commercial Realty Advisors and is a licensed real estate broker. Mr. Cross advocates exclusively for tenants and buyers and, since 1984, has advised over 2,700 business owners, attorneys, physicians, facility executives, investors and corporate decision-makers on ways to lease and purchase property at the lowest cost and most favorable terms. Contact: 480-998-7998 or steve@crossrealty.com.

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By Weiss Kelly, PMAFA Professional Member of the American Federation of Astrologers

ARIES 3/21-4/19 An eclipse this month on the 11th ends the summer season on a more creative and ambitious tone. Mars, the planet of action, is still taking his time moving on.

Opportunities and personal plans are happening but not as fast as you would like; that will change on the 19th. Your patience pays off. Pay attention to your health and release tensions by heading to the local gym.

TAURUS 4/20-5/20 Your concern centers around your work area, and for some, relocation or a change of job may be a consideration, but take your time before making any rash moves. Patience pays off by the 19th.

Agreements are reached, or for some, a major move or a “new you” is emerging in your personal and professional life. Off with the old methods as new partnerships are formed.

GEMINI 5/21-6/20 A bit of drama comes along with the solar eclipse on the 11th, urging you to create a new marketing plan or to follow through on those leads. Time off for family activity or home concerns should be enjoyed. A welcome development occurs in your work around the third week. Collaborating with another is a positive option around the 26th.

CANCER 6/21-7/22 The positive cycle you are in continues until autumn. An increase in products, services and materials is on the rise. You can spend some this month. Make adjustments to your financial obligations. Jupiter may bring a new source of income. Present offers or arrange meetings after the 19th.

LEO 7/23-8/22 The last eclipse of summer in your own sign starts the month off on a more personal emphasis. Expect recognition

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for your work. Partnering with others allows for a new source of income or connecting with a new concept. You may have to give up something for the opportunities presenting themselves, but those old methods and attitudes are outdated anyway. Personal and workrelated relationships figure prominently through September 9th.

VIRGO 8/23-9/22 August’s aspects, including the eclipse, bring a terrific start to a year of advancement and success. The first half of this month may have you putting in some extra time or effort, as a project may be taking off. Take care of any pending projects or obligations. You can make up for lost time after the 19th. Expect some good news to arrive as the month unfolds despite some increases in expenses. Think outside of the box!

LIBRA 9/23-10/22 August is a busy month and sets the tone for the next few weeks. You should be taking a closer look at your financial records and what you spend, as expenses may increase, but so should your income after the full moon on the 27th. The eclipse on the 11th puts importance on networking, getting back in contact with prior clients and utilizing all means of communication. Do what you do best: Combine business with pleasure.

SCORPIO 10/23-11/21 Want to change jobs or make a move?

You may be doing just that after this last eclipse of the summer on the 11th. A new beginning is in full force. July’s reversals, indecisions, lack of responses, or pending matters begin to move ahead this month.

You could end up with a new career, job or location before the month ends. Expect some challenges or competition. Now that Jupiter has moved forward, your intuition is spot-on.

SAGITTARIUS 11/22-12/21 August’s end of a season brings a bit of tension but it is non-threatening. Take advantage of any educational (formal or informal) opportunity to learn another skill or advance your knowledge. Keep updated on what’s going on in your workrelated world. Complete any assignments or finish up any pending matters by the 26th. This month should ramp up your social life. Have fun connecting.

CAPRICORN 12/22-1/19 You should take a breather. July may have been filled with discipline, some limitations and unexpected responsibilities. Enjoy a brief break this month (until the 27th). Shared monetary issues may be brought to your attention; keep a close eye on them. Expect some delays or misunderstandings to occur the first two weeks of the month.

AQUARIUS 1/20-2/18 This month’s eclipse on the 11th triggers a six-month period of major happenings in your professional and personal life. A partnership or new professional and social landscape is forming. A bit of compromise will be needed in any type of business dealings. Allow time for social involvement.

PISCES 2/19-3/20 All water signs are in a positive cycle until early fall. Take advantage. The full moon in Pisces on the 26th brings unexpected news to some creative project, idea or personal plan. The eclipsed new moon on the 11th is ideal for setting a goal and following through on it. Full moons bring a completion of sorts.  For a personalized reading, contact weissastro@aol.com.

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