Women in Business

Prescott Woman Magazine chatted with Ariana Bennett, a Media Consultant with Sparklight Advertising, and a member of the Prescott Downtown Partnership, to find out what makes her enjoy Prescott and everything it has to offer.

Faye Humphrey is a font of truisms, passed down in the Deep South from her Irish immigrant mother who was illiterate yet full of common-sense quotations.

“I grew up hearing, ‘You can choose to be part of the problem or part of the solution,'” Faye related during a recent interview.

esa West is on a mission to teach people that learning CPR is important. 

“When we understand how simple it is, and explain what happens to the body when we ‘push’ on the chest,” she said, “it is easier for people to comprehend because it makes sense.”

Prescott Woman Magazine interviewed Linda Killough, Operations Compliance Administrator for Yavapai-Prescott Indian Tribe and Yavapai Gaming Agency, Bucky’s and Yavapai Casinos and member of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce. We learned about how much she values family, freedom, and opportunities to grow.

I joined Prescott Downtown Partnership (PDP) earlier this year after talking to Audra Yamamoto, who told me I absolutely had to be on her board, and that I would just love it!

If you know Audra, you know she has an infectious zest for life. I worked with her on Party in the Pines, a Prescott beer festival, years ago when she had Granite Mountain Brewing. She was telling me all about PDP, its amazing Board of Directors, and the great things the group does for our Prescott community to improve business in the downtown sector since she has taken over as Executive Director.

Prescott Woman Magazine interviewed Mimi Berryman, Office and Benefits Manager for Fann Contracting, and member of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce. We learned about how much she values camaraderie, networking, and the power of mentorship.

Prescott Patina shop owner Melinda Weaver loves bringing history and stories to life through her collection of unique items from antique to modern.

 “We have the pleasure of unearthing beautiful, loved items and rehoming them,” she said.

Though the shop opened three months before the pandemic shutdown, Weaver remains grateful for the opportunity to live in Prescott and own a successful business downtown. “The support and love from the locals kept us afloat, which was incredibly gratifying. Our wonderful team members, including our children and dogs, bring a sense of welcome to everyone who visits. We are truly a family business!”

Prescott Woman Magazine interviewed Sarah Medina, owner of The Motor Lodge and member of the Prescott Chamber of Commerce. We learned about how much she values the sense of community within the Chamber. 

Prescott Woman Magazine interviewed Shawna Rodriguez, Puzzle Rides partner and Puzzle Master. We learned about how much she enjoys sharing our town’s best features with visitors, and how, in doing so, she helps support other local businesses.

For Britney Kirkeeng and Heather Tanner, the opportunity provided by Fann Contracting to join its Apprenticeship Training Program has proven nothing but successful. The two women are currently enrolled in the Heavy Equipment Operator Apprenticeship Program while juggling life, family, work, and personal interests.

A self-described dreamer, Kellie Worthen has always known she was destined for something great. Still, her journey to launching District 86 Co. Interior Photography & Website Design included a few curves.

The Prescott High School alum (class of 2013) said during a recent interview that she always knew there was something out there she’d be great at, but “I was afraid of that feeling because it was bigger than me. Whether it was not knowing what that ‘thing’ was yet, or not feeling confident enough in myself or my skills …”