Urban Abstrakt, Inc. photography specializes in fine art portraiture of babies, children, families, high school seniors, professionals, as well as events and corporate meetings. Rachel Quinn, owner of Urban Abstrakt, Inc., has been photographing professionally for over 15 years. She creates personalized artwork that makes an impact.

Vera Minot is one of the partners at Southwest Solutions, a 4-time Readers' Choice Award winning custom marketing materials company. Everyone has a unique story to tell, and she is excited to use her background and life experience to help her customers tell their stories to their audience in creative, fresh, and effective ways. Putting the fun in functional!

Vera joined the Board Member to use her specific strengths to help advance this organization in terms of both what it brings to its members (therefore increasing membership & allyship at large) but also in terms of how the Chamber presents as a community leader, as an example to the entire Tucson business community. This organization exists at a unique intersection of business and something deeply personal, leaving the Board in an opportunity space Vera doesn’t want to see the organization squander through inaction or fear of change.

Tim Brown has provided insurance services to the LGBTQ community since 2003. Tim is a graduate of San Diego State University with a degree in Communication and a minor in Spanish. He also served in the United States Navy Reserves as a Weather Forecaster and retired as a Chief Petty Officer after 20 years of service in 2013. Tim became licensed as a Property and Casualty/Health and life broker in 2003. Tim also has a series 6/63 securities license and offers investment opportunities in mutual funds and variable life products.

Agent, New York Life Insurance Company
Products/services offered:  funding for college, investments*, retirement income strategies, mutual funds, & long-term care insurance needs.  Contact me to help you fully analyze your needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
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Empower Financial Group LLC is not owned or operated by New York Life Insurance Company or its affiliates.  Neither Empower Financial Group nor New York Life Insurance Company, nor its agents, provide tax, legal, or accounting advice.  Please consult your own tax, legal or accounting professional before making any decisions.

House Trevethan was started with the vision that Small Businesses could have access to the same tools, talent, and capabilities as big Enterprise companies. Why should this be out of reach for Small Business in both terms of budget as well as skillsets? Small Business has a real need for increased efficiency and optimizing their workflow. You need these systems and solutions BEFORE you scale, not after.

Reveille Men’s Chorus is one of six Gay and Lesbian Association (GALA) of Choruses organizations in Arizona. We were founded in 1995 and our mission is “Changing Lives Through Music”. For more information, please visit reveillemenschorus.org

Heather M. Strickland is a leading expert in Arizona family-building law. She works with hopeful parents and birth mothers on life-changing adoption journeys- including foster care adoptions, private adoptions, and LGBT family formation. In the area of assisted reproduction law, Heather helps couples and individuals build their families through egg, sperm and embryo donation agreements, surrogacy matters and parentage orders. She also has extensive litigation experience including contested adoptions, maternity/paternity issues, termination of parental rights, divorce, and child custody.

A native Tucsonan and graduate of the University of Arizona James E. Rogers College of Law, in 2013 Heather became partners with Scott Myers, Tucson's foremost adoption attorney, creating MyersStrickland, PLLC. In 2014 Heather was named a Fellow of the prestigious Academy of Adoption & Assisted Reproduction Attorneys and sits on their Board of Trustees. 

As one of Farhang & Medcoff's administrative partners, Robert Garcia understands what it is like to run a business. This direct experience gives Robert insights that are not merely academic or theoretical; it helps Robert provide the firm's clients prompt, pragmatic solutions that work in the real world.  Robert's practice is focused on employment matters with an emphasis on planning and prevention.  His goal in such representations is to minimize the likelihood of a resource-consuming claim or lawsuit against the firm's clients.  When claims or lawsuits do arise, Robert leverages his extensive litigation background and experience to defend claims smartly and achieve positive results.

Stephanie Rising has helped over 100 small business owners achieve greater profitability (and sanity). She relieves them of the isolation that often comes from bearing complex responsibilities, and empowers them to be authentic leaders. She specializes in behavioral analysis; strategic planning; performance benchmarking; and employee alignment. Her book, DISC: Leverage Your Nature, Increase Your Sales, outlines practical, methodical marketing advice specific to each behavioral type. Stephanie is the recipient of a BBB Torch Award for Ethics and the LGBT Chamber's Emerging Small Business Award.

Sarah Spearman is a passionate advocate with a lifelong career in nonprofit management. Her dedication spans across various important causes, including civil liberties protection, animal welfare, and currently, advocacy for older adults at Pima Council on Aging (PCOA). Sarah’s work is centered on ensuring that older adults receive the support and resources they need to live fulfilling lives.

At PCOA, Sarah serves as VP of Philanthropy and Communications, where she supports programs like Visibility Matters. This initiative addresses the unique needs of LGBTQI+ older adults by helping service providers learn the tools needed to support LGBTQI+ older adults and their families, with a special focus on advance care planning and skill sets for serving LGBTQI+ people with dementia. Sarah is dedicated to working to create an inclusive community for all.

As a community builder, I believe meaningful relationships begin through education and connection. I have an instinctive drive to gather knowledge, insights, and experiences of those around me. This helps me view obstacles and opportunities with a rounded lens and best connect it to the right people and relationships. I enjoy teaching the basics to those around me while encouraging and empowering others to take that next step -always providing connection and insight. I thrive on being a mentor.    

*The views and opinions expressed herein on this profile and posts are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of WaFd Bank, its affiliates, or its employees*

Ashley La Russa currently serves on the Local First Arizona Steering Committee, WFSA Annual Luncheon Committee, and Board of Directors at the CITY Center for Collaborative Learning (CITY CCL). Ashley partners with owners of hotels, co-working spaces, and event venues to strategically plan how to serve the community as a whole. In 2018, she was the Projects Manager at Downtown Tucson Partnership (DTP) where she actively communicated upcoming events and programs to the community. She coordinated over 80 parade entries for the 24th Annual Parade of Lights and Festival. In collaboration with the Merchant & Retail Council, she strengthened relationships between Downtown Tucson stakeholders, owners and staff.

Chad grew up in Vail, Colorado skiing, ranching, and doing bookkeeping for his mother’s retail stores. He moved to Eugene, Oregon in 2004 to begin his college education, but was drawn to the desert and the University of Arizona when visiting his father in 2007. Chad moved to Tucson and finished his degree in Accounting at the UofA in 2010 and has been working in small to mid-sized accounting firms ever since. Chad is fascinated by taxation and helping individuals and business owners maximize profits, while legally minimizing their tax liabilities. In his free time, Chad can be found enjoying Arizona’s wilderness areas with his German Shepherds, Heidi and Klauss, taking day trips on his motorcycle, and volunteering with Rotary International, as well as the Arivaca Community Internet Cooperative. Chad is also a die-hard Arizona Wildcats Basketball fan.

Mel Blumenthal is a registered Investment Advisory Representative with Bloom Wealth Alliance. She is passionate about education and empowering her clients with the financial knowledge to feel more confident with their financial decisions. The sole goal of her financial planning practice is to ensure her clients have the future they envision. 

Melissa Blumenthal offers Investment Advisory Services through Gradient Advisors, LLC (Arden Hills, MN 877-885-0508), an SEC Registered Investment Advisor.  Gradient Advisors, LLC and its advisors do not render tax, legal, or accounting advice.   Insurance products and services offered through Melissa Blumenthal, independent agent.

Dr. Rosalyn Dischiavo is the Founder and Director of Institute for Sexuality Education & Enlightenment (ISEE), LLC, President of the American Association of Sex Educators, Counselors and Therapists (AASECT), as well as past Professional Education Steering Committee Chair on the AASECT Board of Directors (2018-2020), and the author of “The Deep Yes: The Lost Art of True Receiving.” Roz is a professor, author, an AASECT Certified Sexuality Educator (CSE) and Sex Educator Supervisor (CSES),  She has a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy and a Doctor of Education in Human Sexuality.

A little about me, I am a 5th generation native of Tucson, I have a background in biology with degrees from the U of A and I when I dont have a camera in my hand you can find me hiking, mountain biking, sewing or rocking out to some 80's hair metal.

Every day, I get up and choose to do this! I get to capture your memories and tell your stories. I have worked photographing pets and people for the last 7 years, starting with my first camera as a volunteer at Pima Animal Care Center. I know how important your stories are and I am committed to ensuring that I help you tell them with love and integrity.

Featured in the award-winning documentary, CONVERSION, Elena Joy Thurston is an inspirational Diversity & Allyship speaker, trainer, and author through a lens of LGBTQ+ inclusion. Elena Joy inspires her audiences to learn how Inclusive Leadership can improve company morale and productivity, changing members' lives in a practical way.  

Yá'át'ééh (Hello), my name is Ursula Benward. My pronouns are she/her/hers.  I have been a counselor since 2003, working with children, adults, families and couples from a wide assortment of backgrounds. I worked as a child therapist for 10 years before moving on to be an integration specialist, a family therapist at a residential treatment center, and a crisis specialist for the Southern AZ Crisis Hotline. I am independently licensed in Arizona as a Licensed Professional Counselor. I am a member of the Arizona Association for Play Therapy. I speak and understand some Diné language, and am always working on getting better! I live in southern Arizona with my wife and our three rez pubbies.

I’m an Independent Insurance Broker focused on helping people with Medicare. I offer Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement and Part D plans from the industry leaders in these categories. Please note that I never charge a fee for the service I provide. I’m compensated by the Insurance Company you decide to do business with. I am simply here to help folks make an informed and educated decision. Being an Independent Agent means my loyalty is to my Clients and not an insurance company. I can also assist with Long Term Care planning, Dental-Vision and Final Expense plans. Give me a call today, I'll be glad to help.




 
 

Originally from Wisconsin, Amanda moved to Arizona in 2016 as a military spouse and decided to stay post-military life. Bored with her career in technical project management and seeing a need for inclusive skin care in the Tucson community, she went to esthetician school and opened The Fern Grove Spa in 2021. She enjoys a variety of crafty hobbies, always has an audiobook or podcast playing, and likes spending time with her husband, young son, and cat. 

I am a local Tucson REALTOR© with years of experience helping the LGBTQ enrich their communities. I love Tucson and I am thrilled to be able to make home ownership a reality for you. #SiSePuede

Hi!  I'm a friendly dentist dedicated to your comfortable experience in my office.  Whether you're looking for a return to dental health, an esthetic tune-up, or simply would prefer to see the same providers every time you come to the office, we are the place for you.  Nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation options are available.  And as a mechanical engineer by training, I make very well-fitting dentures and partials.  I'd love to meet you and help you smile confidently.  My office is in-network PPO with Delta, Cigna, Aetna, Guardian, and United Concordia Elite.  We do courtesy out-of-network billing for other plans and only charge your estimated patient portion.  Call 520-327-5661 and talk to Lori for a new patient appointment.  

Carly Flagg, ACC, CPIC, CI/CT, CFE (she/her) provides coaching for professionals from many fields, but specifically those struggling with burnout in service professions.  Many helping professionals find themselves exhausted by the work that used to ignite their passions. Integrative coaching and compassion coaching supports clients to renew the joy the find in their work, and free up energy to pursue additional projects. Carly has also completed graduate work in Counseling at Northern Illinois University and is a Certified Compassion Fatigue Educator and Certified Professional Integration Coach. Carly also holds ACC certification through the International Coaching Federation. Carly is training as a Certified Nonviolent Communication educator, and provides coaching for both professional and personal communication. Hands at Heart, LLC, provides coaching, education, and training.

I the founder and owner of Desert Sage Behavioral Health PLC.  I was born and raised in NYC and moved to Tucson in 1980 and have lived in this community ever since, with Ruben, my partner of 44 years.  My mother, 97 years old, lives with us, and so do our 14 year old cat MewMew and our kitten Indigo who goes to work with me every day.  I have been a Psych/MH Nurse Practitioner for 22 years.  At Desert Sage, a Nurse Practioner run clinic, we offer psychiatric evaluation, medication management, long acting injectable meds, including antipsychotics, migraine meds, and Vivitrol for alcohol and opioid use disorder.  We also offer IM Ketamine treatment and Spravato treatment for depression/PTSD.  In addition, we offer Neurostar TMS in clinic.  We are open M,T, F, Sat, and Sun 8am to 8pm and limited hours on W and Th.  

I love being a home inspector because it is so rewarding. I am passionate about helping people and sharing my knowledge. Home buying is pretty stressful, especially for first time buyers. As your home inspector, I want to not only give you as much information about the home as I can, but also empower you with knowledge, reduce your stress, and give you confidence to make the right decision. 

Kashja joined the Sonoran Institute in October 2021 as the marketing communications intern and as of March 2024 she serves as the marketing coordinator. From the University of Arizona, she has her bachelor’s in environmental science with a minor in Spanish, and extensive work towards her master’s in watershed management and ecohydrology, focusing on translative science for policy. She helped form the University of Arizona’s HydroCats program which focuses on water harvesting and green infrastructure planning and implementation in and around the campus. Kashja has been a lifelong advocate for equitable access to the outdoors and protecting the natural environment. Outside of work she enjoys dancing with her non-profit dance company Leaps for Lives, spending time with her pets, gardening, cycling, backpacking, and any other form of connecting with nature.

Bruce Caulkins, founder and president of Pawsitive Vibes, was born and raised in Galesburg, Illinois. An artist educated at the School of the Art Institute in Chicago, Bruce has worked managerial retail for 30+ years. Pawsitive Vibes is the result of years of planning and research, and a desire to create a unique, inherently Tucson local business with quality dog and cat products unavailable at big box retail. He and his husband are the proud servants of 4 dogs, 3 cats, 6 ferrets, 1 cockatoo, 3 arachnids, and a handful of fish. They have lovingly called Tucson home since 2019 and live in the northwest side of town.

I am a Board Member of the Friends of the Pima County Library.  We are a nonprofit group with over 200 volunteers and 1,400 members who celebrate and promote a literate community by supporting and funding programs offered through the Pima County Library. We host community used book sales monthly and sell books online, and through these sales we contribute more than $200,000 annually to the library. 

Lisa Shipek is a founding member of Watershed Management Group and has served as the Executive Director since 2006. Lisa directs fundraising, strategic development, financial planning, community engagement, and Diversity, Equity, Inclusion activities for WMG. She co-directs the River Run Network program and manages the development of the Living Lab & Learning Center. Her specialized skills include developing experiential education programs; building community coalitions; and adapting technical information for public consumption. She holds a B.S. in Environmental Science and an M.A. in Latin American Studies. She fills her free time with playing ultimate frisbee and dancing and enjoys gardening, bike touring, and camping with her husband Catlow.

My wife and I were invalidated by financial and real estate professionals when we were in the home-buying process, and I vow that nobody will feel devalued, deadnamed, or invalidated while working with me to buy or refinance a home. I'm also a mama, and an artist! I would love to chat with you, even if you feel like you're not ready to purchase a home yet or simply have questions about mortgages. No sales tactics, no pressure, just education and experience. 

Hello! I am the Sr. Clinic Manager with Carbon Health since May 2021. Prior to Carbon, I was a Medical Assistant/Site Clinic Lead for nine years. I was an instructor for Brookline College, where I taught Medical Assistant and Patient Care Technician for three years. 

As a Clinic Manager, my passion is to teach, coach and help my staff grow to provide the best care possible to our patients. 

I spend my personal time traveling, gathering with friends and outdoors.

My name is Steph and I am a retired Air Traffic Controller.

Shaye (she/they) is a salon owner, educator, and haircutting specialist. They opened Forage Hair Co as a safer space salon, prioritizing low-toxic products and eco-conscious practices.

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Howdy, I'm Rachel, one of the three owners of Dusty Witches artist collective.

Emily has an extensive background in philanthropy, public policy, and operations. She has earned an MBA from Northwood University and an MS from Michigan State University. She has used her education to move the needle on pressing community issues and uplifting voices that are often not heard.

Emily is president-elect of the League of Women Voters of Greater Tucson and a former elected official. She believes public policy changes the world.

In her free time, Emily enjoys hiking, traveling, and meeting new friends.

I am a native Tucsonan and owner of 3 businesses; Combat Krav Maga Tucson, I-10 Self Storage, and Lacquisrty, an online business where I make and sell nail polish worldwide. I teach Krav Maga, the official hand-to-hand combat system of the Israeli military. October 2023 will mark my 18th year of training Krav. It is my passion, my discipline, and my fulfillment. 
I run my self storage in the day and teach Krav Maga at night. My life's work is showing people what they are capable of and that they are worth protecting. My particular passion is empowering women and showing them their strengths and abilities so they build their confidence. Mentoring and a holistic approach are central to my teaching values as self-defense is 90% mental and only 10% physical. 
 

Meet Olivia, one of our expert cleaners. With years of experience in the cleaning industry, Olivia has honed her skills to perfection, ensuring that every space she cleans is left spotless and sparkling. Her attention to detail and commitment to using only the safest and most effective cleaning products make her an invaluable asset to our team.

But Olivia's expertise doesn't end there. As a friendly and outgoing individual, she loves getting to know our clients and takes pride in providing personalized service that meets their unique needs. Whether you need a one-time deep cleaning or regular maintenance, Olivia is always ready to go the extra mile to exceed your expectations.

New company assisting employers with full time w-2 employees in reducing their workers comp premiums by 25 to 40% or more, along with a group benefits package for full time employees, no cost to employer or employee, that includes guaranteed issue life insurance.

I was born and raised in Tucson, AZ and entered the real estate industry in the midst of the crash, back in 2010. Buying and Selling real estate can be stressful, but I will be your advocate through the entire process and will work tirelessly to keep your best interests my top priority.
If you are selling your home, I will ensure you get the best price in the shortest amount of time possible while utilizing our state of the art technology, marketing tools, and my knowledge of today's market. If you are buying, I will keep you up to date with current market data and make sure you are informed and back you with my strong negotiating skills.
 

I was born in a small town in the Black Hills of South Dakota, grew up in Phoenix, and moved to a downtown neighborhood in Tucson about 20 years ago - I've been in love with this lovely desert city ever since. I studied interior design at The Art Center Design College and the Southwest University of Visual Arts and have been working in the interior design field for nearly a decade. I currently serve on the board for the local chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers and am a proud member of Reveille Gay Men's Chorus.

Kathleen Dreier is a versatile portrait/event photographer based in Tucson since 2006. Kathleen whole-heartedly serves clients from all communities, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's unique stories and experiences are celebrated. Specializing in  capturing candid moments, she excels at documenting authentic emotions and genuine interactions. Kathleen’s clients include individuals, families, small/large businesses, non-profits, and corporations. Kathleen's former 3-decade social work career informs how she photographs people with sensitivity and intuition. Kathleen’s personal work is a social change portrait series titled "Voices of Race," utilizing photography as a tool to shed light on important societal issues and promote compassion and understanding among all people. Kathleen serves on 3 Boards, her neighborhood association and she donates her photography services to 8 different networking groups.

I am a dedicated criminal defense attorney with a strong commitment to justice, representing individuals confronted with criminal charges, advocating for crime victims within the legal system, and assisting those seeking the reinstatement of their rights and the sealing of their criminal records. My proficiency in Spanish enables me to serve a broader community, ensuring effective communication and legal representation for Spanish-speaking clients. In addition to my practice, I impart my extensive knowledge and experience as a professor of trial advocacy at the James E. Rogers College of Law, shaping the next generation of legal experts.

A 4th generation Tucsonan & former educator, Amy Ijams is a photographer with more than a decade of experience in portrait and events.  A recipient of note by the International Photography Awards & Photographer's Forum Magazine, Amy has served Now I Lay Me Down To Sleep, providing remembrance portraits during newborn loss. She has also been an annual member of the All Souls Media Circle for many years. You can find her work at tucsonbrandingphoto.com and amyijamsphoto.com.

From a young age, my family ingrained traditional values that have guided me throughout my life. Values like integrity, strong work ethic, and always extending a helping hand to those in need. Originally from Aribabi, Sonora, Mexico, my family relocated to Tucson, and we felt immediately integrated with this amazing “bear down” Wildcat community!!

With over ten years of banking experience, I have spent the last seven years in the mortgage industry. As a Loan Officer for Altitude, I feel extremely happy to be part of a company that embraces the core values my family instilled in me. I promise to incorporate those same values with honesty, respect, and my commitment to you during your lending process. My goal is to exceed your expectations, allowing me to be your lender for life!

“Help others achieve their dreams, and you will achieve yours.” Les Brown

Rachel is the CEO of MindStrong Fitness, a lover of lifting heavy things up and down, and a coach passionate about helping others unleash their strongest, most empowered selves through education and mindset training. She has more than fifteen years of classroom instruction, and certifications in personal training, sports nutrition, and behavior modification and has studied the Neuroscience of Nutrition under the renowned Dr. Nicole Avena, visiting professor of Neuroscience at Princeton University. Rachel is the author of the bestselling book Becoming MindStrong: The Truth About Health, Fitness, and the Bullsh*t That’s Holding You Back. When she’s not in the gym, Rachel enjoys exploring the world, snuggling with her puppy, Charlie, eating, and thinking about the next time she'll be eating. 

Cedric, a Rwandan-born American, grew up in post-Tutsi Genocide Mukarange. With a Babson College scholarship, he studied business management in the US.

After graduating, Cedric worked with people with special needs and autism. Later, he and his wife Jen opened a classroom for Direct Support Professionals (DSPs), specializing in medication administration classes (CRMA). They now live in Tucson, where they founded Novis Vita, a licensed outpatient behavioral health treatment center. Cedric serves as the managing partner and administrator.

Driven by a passion for understanding daily life and decision-making, Cedric loves engaging with diverse topics like life hacks, evolutionary biology, philosophy, psychology, finance, and public health. He enjoys learning through reading and asking questions, always eager to expand his knowledge.

I live in Tucson with my husband Chris, our dog Loki, and Sonoran Desert tortoise Camille. I am originally from the Philadelphia area and moved to Arizona in 2005. I am active with animal rescue and volunteer at the Pima Animal Care Center. We are avid hikers, campers,  and SCUBA divers who enjoy spending our free time outside in the beautiful Arizona desert.

New arrival in Tucson from Richmond, Virginia. Former Cultural Programs Specialist at the Tucson JCC. Currently seeking opportunities to use imagination, storytelling, and fun for learning and connection.

I entered the real estate profession in order to combine my background in urban planning and my strong desire to educate people. I would be happy to help you assess your individual residential, commercial or land needs. I believe that the client′s best interest is paramount. Knowledgeable, personal service is the key toward helping you achieve ownership of real property. Please do not hesitate to contact me with your real estate needs. My email is liane@lianewong.com. My website is lianewong.com Thank you!

I’m not native to Tucson, but I love it! Originally from the Midwest (living in IN, OH, IL & NE), I’m an Indiana University grad turned desert-dweller in 2011 when I moved to Mesa, AZ with my precocious daughter.

With State Farm since 2013, I stepped into my agency in 2021 and strive daily to create value through meaningful connections and relationships with my policyholders. As your trusted State Farm insurance agent, you can rest assured your needs will always be met with kind words, educated understanding and personalized answers.

Rooted in my spiritual belief system and closely tied to my family, I enjoy a sensible work/life balance and look forward to continuing it long into my State Farm career.

Tucson LGBT Chamber of Commerce member & sponsor / Licensed Zumba instructor / Former BNI member

#ElevateYourInsurance

I'm Rachel, an artist and photographer. My Super Power is helping people feel more confident in front of the camera. I help small biz and professionals create positive images for their brands while creating a positive impact on the community.

People like working with me because I am body positive, confidence boosting and I understand all the vulnerabilities around being photographed. Working with me, my clients feel inspired and empowered to be more visible in their business. 

I've been part of the LGBTQ community for over 20 years and have been involved in dozens of non-profit, grassroots and community-arts projects. I love to serve my community and have an especially tender heart for Trans Youth in Tucson. 

Blue Sky Accounting and Tax Services LLC prepares income taxes and provides tax planning advice, specializing in working with individuals and small businesses.  I have been licensed as a CPA for over 30 years, experienced in tax, consulting and business management services.  I have held various leadership positions as Chief Financial Officer and Corporate Controller. I provide a personal touch and take the time to learn about you and your business.  My focus is to help you excel with expertise, enthusiasm and diligence. 

My name is Michelle I was raised in Tucson and worked in customer service for 24 years prior to becoming a Realtor. I love working one on one with people and learning their likes and dislikes while trying to help them buy or sell a home. It brings me great joy when I can present keys to a new buyer or celebrate a closing with a seller. I am a very family oriented person and work hard to provide for them. My family and my passion for helping others is the driving force behind how hard I work. On my downtime, I love to exercise and learning how to explore healthy eating habits. I am very fortunate to have found real estate and I feel it fits my personality very well. I take my job very seriously and strive for perfection at everything that I do. I enjoy working with clients all over Pima County. I’m here to help when you need me!

Hi all, my name is Pooja Dalvi and I am a VP, Financial Consultant at Charles Schwab. I can partner with you to understand your goals, create a personalized plan, and provide investing guidance. You’ll understand where your money is invested and why, how your investments are performing, and how much it’s costing you. Plus you’ll have access to Schwab’s portfolio management expertise, insights, and specialists. It’s a modern approach to wealth management—so you can take ownership of your financial life. Reach out any time if you have questions on how I can support you and your financial goals! 

I’ve been in real estate since 1994, starting as a weekend receptionist at Better Homes & Gardens in San Jose, CA. Over the years, I honed my Transaction Coordinator expertise with various brokerages. In 2018, I earned my Arizona real estate license and became a broker in 2024, leveraging my experience to help clients buy or sell with ease. I’m also a Certified Full Service Professional (CFSP), underscoring my commitment to delivering a “WOW” experience—before, during, and after every transaction. Let’s elevate your real estate journey together!

Outside of real estate, I’m passionate about community involvement. I’m proud Ace/Aro (she/her), an avid cat rescuer, and the founder of The TACO Team, a local atheist nonprofit. I also co-founded BNI-Rainbow Connections, a thriving Tucson business networking group. Whether you’re looking for your dream home or a strong local connection, I’m here to help!

I am a passionate and knowledgable advocate for those recovering from substance use disorder. Since my own recovery 11 years ago, I have dedicated my life to providing valuable insight and assistance to individuals struggling with addiction. 

I am the Executive Artistic Director of Live Theatre Workshop. I love storytelling through theatre and music and want to do it all the time. I am also a teaching artist and am devoting to bringing artistic experiences that are safe and inclusive and create opportunities for all kids no matter what barriers have been thrown in their path. I also love trail running and hanging out in the hot desert.

I am a driven individual with a background in the life sciences, agriculture, and human health, aspiring for a career that mitigates the current environmental issues in the agricultural sector. My interests include sustainable agriculture, waste management, environmental science, entrepreneurship, and health.

I'm a dedicated Massage therapist known for my intuitive touch and positive energy. I specialize in several modalities and create treatments using an integrative approach to the mind, body, and soul.

I believe in the human body's ability to heal when provided safe, skilled, and empathetic support. The principle of my practice is to help create alignment, tension release, and lasting solutions.

There is great importance in receiving and holding compassion for all groups, while also recognizing the effects of those disadvantaged. I seek to create a safe and healing space for people of all body types, gender expressions, ethnicities, and lived experiences.

Read more about me on our website. 

YOU ARE THE SUPERHERO YOU’VE BEEN WAITING FOR …
I help both individuals and teams activate their personal power and unleash the superhero within them empowering them to create a better self and a better world. My approach creates a safe, inclusive space for individuals, leaders and teams to navigate the hard things, connect to a higher self, reimagine without limitations, weave inspiration and a sense of purpose into performance and ignite collective power for unimaginable impact.

I draw on my unique perspective and lived experience as a queer woman and executive leader with over two decades of experience transforming lives and organizations. I've been named by Fast Company as one of the top 50 LGBTQ women and nonbinary innovators in business and tech.

Through Disrupt the Landing LLC, I provide speaking programs, coaching and mentoring, and advisory services for both individuals and organizations.

Hey y'all, I'm ALi --> a passionate and enthusiastic queer, licensed engineer, and the singular wo-man powerhouse behind Calypso Arcana, LLC --> a bold experiment in harnessing modern technical wizardry to make water systems more accessible and intuitive for everyone.

I blend AI, data visualization, and human-centered design to transform complex water system challenges into engaging solutions. Think SCADA systems and hydraulic models reimagined through the lens of accessibility and visual storytelling—where every dashboard tells a clear story and every tool invites exploration.

When I'm not crafting vibrant solutions to technical puzzles, you'll find me immersed in learning about everything from glacial preservation to indigenous wisdom, or seeking out the quiet corners of nature. I believe in technology that serves humanity, designs that welcome everyone, and engineering that makes room for wonder.

Krissy Girardi, Licensed Acupuncturist and owner of On Point Acupuncture & Herbs, received her Masters in Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine from Bastyr University in Seattle, WA and went on to train at Chengdu University Hospital of TCM in China. Along with her education and practical training in Traditional Chinese Medicine, Krissy brings a passion for movement and body mechanics to her acupuncture practice. As a retired professional ballet dancer, Krissy has dedicated most of her life to the study of the human body. Acupuncture was always helpful to Krissy during her career as a dancer and she feels that this profession will give her the opportunity to help others in the same way. She is excited to introduce her patients to this wonderful medicine.