By Jim Hyde, 2024 STA Chair and Jim Toes, President and CEO, STA

We are thrilled to officially announce the launch of the STA Arizona Chapter (STAZ)! Formed through the collaboration of local and national leaders in the STA community, we’re excited to bring this meaningful opportunity to engage with STA on a regional level to those in the Arizona area.

STAZ will initially operate as a committee under the STA umbrella with the goal of becoming an independent affiliate in the future. This transition from committee to affiliate will be led by Vinnie LaMacchia, Managing Director at Canaccord Genuity and an Arizona resident for over 20 years. Vinnie will be joined by a five-person board composed of senior leaders from some of the biggest names in financial services.

Having hosted several market structure conferences in Arizona, STA is no stranger to the Grand Canyon State. Seeing the intrinsic value of this vibrant community of financial professionals, we couldn’t be more excited to deepen these longstanding relationships – and foster new ones.

If you or someone you know works in Arizona and is interested in expanding their professional network, attending exciting events with industry peers, and enjoying the benefits of the STA community, please consider becoming a member of STAZ today.

We are now accepting membership applications for the STA Arizona Chapter, with no dues payments required at this time! Those who sign up will begin receiving the STAZ newsletter with timely updates, event notices, and more.

We look forward to welcoming more of you into the STA community and reporting back on STA Arizona’s achievements. Until then, please join us and the rest of the STA team in congratulating Vinnie and the STAZ Board!

Read the full announcement here.