Staff Reports | Business & Commerce
The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce is announcing the appointment of five new members to the fiscal year 2025-26 Scottsdale Rising Young Professionals Board of Directors.
SRYP, a program of the Scottsdale Chamber, serves professionals ages 23–39, building bridges between Scottsdale’s young professionals and the city’s established business community, chamber officials tell the Digital Free Press.
The board provides a platform for education, networking, and collaboration that empowers the next generation of leaders, according to a press release.
“Each new Board Member brings fresh ideas and a passion for community,” said Aaron Howard, SRYP board chair. “Their perspectives will strengthen our ability to connect, inspire, and create opportunities for young professionals across the Valley.”
New board Members:
- Nicholas Andrews, Resource Acquisition Consultant, Salt River Project
- Brendan Cassin, Vice President – Private Banker, MidFirst Bank
- Gaby Fox, Executive Director, Chick-fil-A at Raintree Dr. & 101
- Brett Friedman, Development Associate, SimonCRE
- Brandy Lundberg, Office Manager, Aker Ink PR & Marketing
The incoming leaders have already begun their terms, with a key goal for the upcoming year being deeper collaboration with other young professional groups across the Valley.
“The Scottsdale Chamber is proud to welcome these outstanding new Board members to SRYP,” said Mark Stanton, president & CEO of the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce. “Their leadership will help expand the program’s reach and ensure it continues to deliver real value for members, businesses, and the broader community.”
Returning executive committee members:
- Aaron Howard (SRYP Chair), Private Wealth Manager, Howard Wealth Advisors
- Reagan Wolfe (SRYP Vice Chair), Property Manager, SimonCRE
Returning board members:
- Clayton Caupp, Senior Portfolio Administration Specialist, TFO Family Office Partners
- Dana Holt, Director of Client Relations, State 48 Law Firm
- Steven Kupcho, Controller, Freestone Insurance Group
- John Tanner Mattson, Corporate Strategy and Development, Republic Services
- Philip Meyer, Sales Consultant, Vanguard
- Taylor Morris, Southwest Regional Sales Manager, True Food Kitchen
- Jake Nance, Financial Advisor, Edward Jones
- Stephanie Viboch, Recruiting Manager, Blue Signal Search
