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Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce Announces New President and CEO: Steve Bracety

Prescott Valley, AZ – December 2, 2024 – The Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the hiring of Steve Bracety as its new President and Chief Executive Officer. A well-known and respected community leader, Steve brings a wealth of business experience, leadership, and deep ties to the Prescott Valley community. He will start on January 22, 2025.

Steve is no stranger to the Chamber or the Prescott Valley community. Over the years, he has demonstrated his commitment to local businesses and economic growth, having served two terms on the Prescott Valley Chamber’s Board of Directors. His leadership roles within the Chamber included serving as Chairman and Treasurer, where he helped shape strategic direction, fostered community partnerships, and worked diligently to advance the Chamber’s mission.

In his most recent role as Vice President of Operations and Talent at Grace Hospitality, Steve was responsible for overseeing operational strategies and talent development, further honing his expertise in organizational leadership, community engagement, and fostering successful partnerships. His proven track record of excellence in business operations, as well as his passion for the Prescott Valley community, positions him to take the Chamber to new heights.

“I am incredibly excited to step into this new role and work alongside our dedicated team and community partners to support the continued growth of Prescott Valley,” said Steve Bracety. “The Chamber has always played a vital role in advocating for local businesses, and I look forward to strengthening those relationships and helping to create new opportunities for our members and residents alike.”

Steve’s leadership style is rooted in collaboration, community-driven values, and a deep understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing local businesses. His extensive knowledge of the Chamber industry, combined with his operational and leadership experience, makes him an ideal fit to lead the Prescott Valley Chamber into its next chapter.

Chamber Board Chair Robbie Houle expressed enthusiasm about his hiring. “We are thrilled to welcome Steve Bracety as our new President and CEO. His dedication to our community, his extensive leadership experience, and his longstanding relationship with the Chamber make him the perfect person to guide us forward. We are confident that under Steve’s leadership, the Chamber will continue to thrive and support the businesses that are the backbone of Prescott Valley.”

The Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce is committed to fostering a strong, vibrant, and diverse business community. With Steve Bracety at the helm, the Chamber is poised to continue its important work of advocating for businesses, providing resources and networking opportunities, and driving economic development throughout the region.

For more information about the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce, please visit pvchamber.org or contact the Chamber office at 928-772-8857.

 

 

  • ARIZONA AGRICULTURAL LEGENDS TO BE INDUCTED INTO THE  
  • ARIZONA FARM AND RANCH HALL OF FAME
  • Buckeye, AZ, November 22, 2024—The Arizona Farm and Ranch (AZFAR) Hall of Fame is pleased to announce that seven agricultural legends will be inducted into the 2025 Hall of Fame on March 22, 2025, at the Sheraton Grand at Wild Horse Pass celebration dinner. This prestigious honor recognizes individuals and organizations who have made significant contributions to the agricultural community in Arizona, celebrating their dedication, innovation, and leadership. 

 

  • The honorees for 2025 whose significant contributions have left an indelible mark on the agricultural landscape include:
  • Arizona State Cowbelles is the chapter of the American National CattleWomen and is active in beef promotion, education, legislation, community service, and scholarship. 
  • Jessee Hooker Davis is a sixth generation of the Hooker family and runs the Sierra Bonita Ranch in Willcox, AZ.  He won numerous environment awards and was president of the Cochise/Graham Cattle Growers Association and the Arizona Cattle Growers Association. 
  • Barbara Stevenson Jackson owns Vaquero Feeds and Livestock Supply, and  Animal Health Express in Tucson, AZ. She was the national president of the American National CattleWomen. Along with her husband, she owns a ranch in Sonoita. Her father, Carl Stevenson, established Red Rock Feed Yards. 
  • The Ak Chin Farms Board nominated Leona Carlyle-Kakar from Tucson, AZ. Working alongside her two brothers, she lobbied for water to benefit the Ak Chin Farms. She was a trailblazer and well-known in Washington, DC, where she served over 40 years as a farm leader. Farm Enterprise recognized it as one of the largest and most successful farming communities in the United States.
  • Ernest W. McFarland was a farmer and rancher in Pinal County who served as an Arizona  U.S. Senator, U.S. Senate Majority Leader, Arizona Governor, and Chief Justice of the Arizona Supreme Court.  He was an expert on water law and a key player in the Central Arizona Project. 
  • The Orme Family and ranch are ancestors of J.P. Orme, one of the founders of the Salt River Project. They established the Quarter Circle V Bar Ranch in Yavapai County, AZ, in 1929, the Orme Ranch School in 1930, and received the Wide Open Space Award from the Central Arizona Land Trust in Prescott in 2023.
  • W.T. Gladden, from Buckeye, AZ, has farmed in the West Valley for decades. He is president of the Buckeye Water and Conservation District and advocates for agriculture and water rights locally and nationally. His most recent achievement in water policy was the passing of  SB 1081 in June 2024.
  • Nominees whose work has significantly impacted the agricultural community exemplify excellence in one or more of the following areas: 

 Innovation: Pioneering new agricultural techniques or technologies.  Leadership: Demonstrating exceptional leadership in the agriculture sector.  Community Service: Contributing significantly to the welfare of the agriculture community.  Lifetime Achievement: Sustaining an enduring impact on Arizona agriculture throughout their career. 

The AZFAR Hall of Fame, as a platform for recognizing excellence, seeks to inspire and motivate future generations of farmers and ranchers by identifying those whose work has advanced the industry. 

For more information about the AZFAR Hall of Fame inductees or the nomination process, please visit www.azfarmandranch.org or contact Janice Bryson at (623) 556-6861 or janiceryanbryson@gmail.com. For media inquiries, to learn about sponsorship, or to attend the event, please visit our website or email Catherine Locke at admin@azfarmandranch.org.

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About Arizona Farm and Ranch Hall of Fame: The Arizona Farm and Ranch Hall of Fame honors individuals who have made significant contributions to agriculture in Arizona. Through recognition and celebration, the Hall of Fame aims to inspire future generations and promote the importance of agriculture in our state.

Catherine Locke

Administrative Director

Arizona Farm and Ranch Museum and Hall of Fame

 

 

OPEN PLAYER TRYOUT LOCAL 3.8

Peking Acrobats Showcase Spellbinding Agility and Grace

Celebrated troupe returns to the Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center Jan. 25

 

Prescott, Arizona (January 7, 2025) – Imagine a company of artists performing astonishing feats of strength, balance and physical dexterity – then imagine them wrapping it all in a silken cloak of elegance, music and grace. The Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center proudly invites you to join us for the return of The Peking Acrobats, Saturday evening, January 25, at 7 p.m., on Yavapai College’s Prescott Campus.

For the last 30 years, The Peking Acrobats have combined traditional costuming and ancient folk-art traditions with amazing displays of strength, flexibility and power. This storied acrobatic troupe presents a jaw-dropping performance that amazes adults and children alike.

 

  • “At no time have we seen anything like the Peking Acrobats. Feats of clowning, dexterity, grace, strength and coordination rippled from the stage in a series of pleasurable waves. One was left waterlogged in wonder.”
            • -- The Chicago Tribune
            • In performance, the acrobats move fluidly through a vast repertoire of maneuvers including trick-cycling, precision tumbling, gymnastics and, of course, a precarious pagoda of chairs. Accompanied by live musicians playing traditional Chinese instruments and high-tech special effects, The Peking Acrobats create an exuberant spectacle with all the excitement and pageantry of a Chinese Carnival!

             

            Tickets for The Peking Acrobats start at $39, with $10 youth tickets available. The Jim & Linda Lee Performing Arts Center is located on the Yavapai College Prescott Campus, 1100 E. Sheldon Street, in Prescott. For reservations or more information, please contact The J&LLPAC Ticket Office, open Tuesday - Wednesday from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.; and Thursday – Friday from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. For more information, please call: (928) 776-2000 or visit: www.ycpac.com.

             

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