ABRAHAM NAMED TO ARIZONA TOP 100
The law firm of Burch & Cracchiolo is pleased to announce that shareholder Andrew “Andy” Abraham has been named among the 2016 “Top 100 Lawyers” in the state by Arizona Business Magazine for the sixth consecutive year. The magazine recognizes attorneys who are well-known for their legal knowledge, experience and business acumen inside and outside legal circles. Abraham has been practicing for more than 30 years in the real estate law and real estate litigation practice area. Concentrating his practice primarily in the areas of commercial litigation, real estate litigation and real estate transactions and finance. He also has substantial experience in the area of franchisor/franchisee relations.
WINCHESTER ANNOUNCES BID FOR PIMA COUNTY SUPERVISOR
John Winchester has announced that he is running for Pima County Board of Supervisors in District 1. Winchester was born and raised in Tucson and has lived in Pima County his entire life. As the state director of Christians United For Israel, Winchester builds relationships between Christian and Jewish communities to foster support for the U.S.-Israel relationship. He has garnered bi-partisan support for legislation at the state and federal levels. Winchester has volunteered in homeless shelters, with the Arizona Department of Corrections, veterans’ groups and 4Tucson, an organization looking to increase Christian civic engagement to solve local problems.
CHILDREN’S AUTHOR FIELDS HONORED
Phoenix-based author Terri Fields has won a Christopher Award for the book One Good Deed (preschool and up, Kar-Ben Publishing), illustrated by Deborah Melmon. It is one of 12 books for adults and young people by 21 authors and illustrators to be celebrated, along with the writers, producers and directors of nine winning feature films and TV/cable programs, on May 19 at the 67th annual Christopher Awards in New York. Kar-Ben publishes children’s titles with Jewish content. One Good Deed is offered through PJ Library and can be found online at pjlibrary.org/books/one-good-deed/IF00640.
“I wrote the book to show that doing community service doesn’t have to be a highly organized, group activity and that each of us (including children) can do considerate things every day,” said Fields. “Though we may not realize it, those small kindnesses can have far reaching consequences.”
FRANK JOINS EMPLOYERS HEALTH ALLIANCE OF ARIZONA
The Employers Health Alliance of Arizona has announced the selection of Susan Frank as its new executive director. Frank joins the Alliance after serving as director of health and wellness for the Tucson Jewish Community Center since 2014.
“Susan brings a high level of critical thinking, enthusiasm and innovative ideas to our organization and its members,” said founder and executive chair Larry Aldrich. “We are confident she brings the leadership, knowledge and dedication necessary to help drive true change to make Tucson the healthiest community in America.”
Frank’s resume includes nearly 30 years as a small business owner in the areas of health and wellness and architecture and design. At the Tucson J, she engaged in partnerships with some of Tucson’s leading healthcare organizations including Tucson Medical Center and the University of Arizona College of Medicine.
“One of the top concerns of employers today is the high cost of health care,” Frank said. “By reducing cost and improving the quality and safety of health care, Tucson will be on the top of the list for companies and employees as the best place in the nation to live, work, do business and receive healthcare.”
520-247-2812 | ehaaz.org
LANDAU SHAHON SELECTED FOR NATIONAL WOMEN’S PHILANTHROPY
The Jewish Federation of Greater Phoenix congratulates Women’s Philanthropy Chair Julee Landau Shahon on being named to the Jewish Federation of North America’s Women’s Philanthropy board.
“Julee has been instrumental to the resurgence of our local Women’s Philanthropy efforts. We are honored to have her represent our community and thrilled that her outstanding work has been recognized through this appointment,” said Robin Loeb, director of Women’s Philanthropy and donor relations. “Her passion, dedication and insight about the work of the federation will be a wonderful addition to this board of leadership women.”
“I am thrilled to be selected to be part of the Women’s Philanthropy Board of JFNA. I am proud to continue to bring my Detroit-family tradition to Phoenix and to be able to represent our community in this way,” said Landau Shahon.
480-634-4900 | jewishphoenix.org
JFCS AMONG PIZZA CONTEST BENEFICIARIES
Flancer’s Restaurant in Gilbert recently held its 16th annual fundraiser, netting more than $10,000 each for Jewish Family and Children’s Service, Sunshine Acres Children’s Home and WarFighter Sports. The highlight was a pizza eating contest won by Matthew Smith, who ate 2 large cheese pizzas in 15 minutes. He was crowned by Miss Arizona and the mayor of Gilbert.
Owner Jeff Flancer says, “In this wonderful world where so many magical and beautiful things happen, there is also desperation and hopelessness. If we can improve the lives of people through our efforts, then good will triumph over evil.”
