About Our Chapter
Chapter History
The Valley of the Sun Chapter of CFMA was incorporated in January 1986. The initial officers were:
| President | John Corcoran | Double AA Constructors | ||
| Vice President | Jim Richter | Universal Roofing | ||
| Secretary | Joe Quigley | Kitchell | ||
| Treasurer | Sheryl Chamberlain | Linthicum |
The following have since served as Chapter President:
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Valley of the Sun has never had a repeat President and has always had a General Member of CFMA as President.
Founding chapter members, who have retained their membership:
| • John Corcoran | CICPAC | |
| • David James | FNF Construction | |
| • Kenneth Zylstra | Imperial Contracting LLC |
Other VOS members who have celebrated their 25 Year “Silver” Anniversary of membership:
| Lisa Autino | Caliente Construction, Inc | ||
| Diane Christensen | FNF Construction, Inc. | ||
| Lorri Franklin | The Structures Group SW, Inc. | ||
| Christine Kettelkamp | JENCO Inc. | ||
| Jorge Arellano | Kitchell Corporation | ||
| David Beer | Sun Valle Masonry, Inc. | ||
| Gary Blair | Blucor Contracting | ||
| Ted Rarrick | Construction RISK Partners, Inc. | ||
| James Sienicki | Snell & Wilmer | ||
| Betsey Chavez | Rummel Construction, Inc. | ||
| Helen Spencer | Johnson Carlier Inc. | ||
| Richard Usher | Hill & Usher Insurance & Surety | ||
| Joseph Clarken | Constructors Bonding, Inc. | ||
| Deborah Vincent | Progressive Roofing | ||
| John Corcoran | Foundation Software | ||
| Marjorie Weber | Irontree Construction, Inc. | ||
| Gary Weintraub | Weintraub & Schanck, P.C. |
| Melvin S. Frost | Alliance Plumbing AZ | ||
| Carol E. Hagen | Hagen Business Systems Inc.- Bluebeam Platinum Partner | ||
| David L. James | Retired | ||
| Cynthia A. Lee | Haydon Building Corp. | ||
| Mark Liss | JDM Technology Group | ||
| Julie A. Pace | PSGM Law | ||
| Nancy J. Palmer | Valley Rain Construction | ||
| Randall A. Rafidi | GCON, Inc. | ||
| Mark T. Smith | Shuriken, LLC | ||
| Jason Sprowls | Sprowls & Company, PC | ||
| Dennis Tsonis | Marsh and McLennan | ||
| Marjorie J. Weber | Retired | ||
| Gary Weintraub | Weintraub & Schanck, PC | ||
| Kenneth F. Zylstra | Imperial Contracting LLC | ||
Two founding members of the VOS chapter went on to serve as CFMA National presidents:
| • John Corcoran | 1988 | ||
| • Joe Quigley | 1993-1994 |
Joe Quigley - founding member, third chapter president, 1993 National president and viewed by many as the leadership force behind the VoS chapter’s success, passed away in 1995. National Headquarters has memorialized him by giving an annual award in his honor. The Joe Quigley award recognizes CFMA members who, like Joe, demonstrate outstanding chapter participation, leadership, and dedication to CFMA activities that promote the mission of the organization.
VoS Members have been recognized with the following awards from CFMA National:
Debra Hahn Award
- John Corcoran, 1994
- Dorothy Mulcahy, 1997
- David James, 2000
- Marj Weber, 2015
- Michelle Walker, 2021
Joe Quigley Award
- Marj Weber, 2004
- David James, 2015
Danny Parrish Award
- John Corcoran, 2013
- David James 2019
ICCIFP Vision and Leadership Award
Marjorie Weber, CCIFP 2019
Danielle Puente, 2023
Brittany Smith, 2023
40 Under 40 Program
Lindsey Benson, CCIFP 2021
VoS has received the following awards from CFMA National:
| 1990 | Academic/Student Liaison Award | ||
| 1992 | Chapter of the Year (More than 100 Affiliates) | ||
| 1993 | Recognition Award Special Events/Projects Award Academic/Student Liaison Award | ||
| 1994 | Chapter of the Year (More than 100 Affiliates) Achievement Award | ||
| 1995 | President’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Golf Tournament/Fundraiser for Education Endowment Fund” | ||
| 1996 | President’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Mock Mediation/Arbitration” | ||
| 1997 | President’s Excellence Award Distinguished Progress Award Showcase Award “Toughest Sheriff in America Luncheon” | ||
| 1998 | President’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Bank One Ballpark Luncheon” | ||
| 1999 | President’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Economic Outlook Seminar” | ||
| 2000 | President’s Excellence Award Distinguished Progress Award Showcase Award “Pumpkin Carving Happy Hour” | ||
| 2001 | President’s Excellence Award Distinguished Progress Award Showcase Award “3rd Annual Past Presidents Forum” | ||
| 2002 | President’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Electric Light Parade Float” | ||
| 2003 | President’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Southwest Contractor Magazine Insert” | ||
| 2004 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Decade Accolade (Participating in the CRP for 10 Consecutive Years) Showcase Award “Apprenticeship Lab” | ||
| 2005 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Member Services Award (More than 121 Members) Showcase Award “Local Family Donation” | ||
| 2006 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Chapter of the Year Award (More than 121 Members) Showcase Award “Giving Back to the Community” | ||
| 2007 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Chapter Technological Improvements” | ||
| 2008 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Chapter of the Year Award (More than 121 Members) Largest “Basics” Attendance Award (65 Attendees) Showcase Award “Chapter Achievements” | ||
| 2009 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Chapter Achievements” | ||
| 2010 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Distinguished Progress Award Chapter of the Year Award (More than 121 Members) Member Services Award (More than 121 Members) Showcase Award “9th Annual Executive of the Year Banquet” | ||
| 2011 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “25th Anniversary Gala” | ||
| 2012 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Joint Luncheon with ABA, ASA, NAWIC & SAA” | ||
| 2013 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Amazing Chase Treasure Hunt” | ||
| 2014 | Chairman’s Excellence Award Showcase Award “Investing in the Community Through Charitable Involvement” | ||
| 2015 | Chapter of the Year Award Chairman's Excellence Award | ||
| 2016 | Chairman's Excellence Award Showcase Award "25th Annual Golf Classic" | ||
| 2017 | Chairman's Excellence Award Chapter of the Year Award | ||
| 2019 | Chapter of the Year Award | ||
| 2020 | Chairman's Excellence Award
Chapter of the Year Award | ||
| 2023 | Chairman's Excellence Award | ||
| 2024 | CFMA Chapter of the Year for Tie E |
The Valley of the Sun Chapter hosts the following events annually:
- Construction Executive of the Year Awards Banquet
- Education Programs addressing current topics
- CCIFP Overview Seminar and Exam
- Golf Tournament
Funds earned through the Golf Tournament are used to fund scholarships to university students who have declared a major in accounting, business, or construction. Scholarships are awarded to students in the fall and spring semesters. VoS also funds scholarships to its members for first-time National Conference attendees and to those who take the CCIFP Overview class and sit for the exam.
In addition to its annual events, VOS also:
- Hosts monthly lunches with speakers on industry topics, each offering CPE credit to members
- Invites members to participate in charity activities throughout the year.
- Encourages member networking at social outings such as ASU vs. UofA basketball game, Diamondbacks baseball game, and happy hours
- Has an active Young Construction Financial Professionals program that meets regularly and positively contributes to chapter activities.
Valley of the Sun Chapter
Phone: 602-892-4074 | Email: vosadmin@cfma.org
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