What Sets Arizona Ascent Apart

More than a multimedia platform—Arizona Ascent is where business in Arizona gets seen, connected, and positioned for growth. We unite leaders across business, real estate, and community—and place their work inside the momentum shaping the state’s future.

Meet The Arizona Ascent Editorial Team

Jennifer Conrad

Editor-In-Chief

Jennifer Conrad is the Founder, CEO, and Editor-in-Chief of Arizona Ascent, a media platform more than a magazine—uniting business, real estate, and community across Arizona. She builds brands and content that people remember, turning storytelling into strategy—and strategy into measurable impact. Under her leadership, Arizona Ascent spotlights the leaders shaping Arizona’s future, positioning their work within the state’s broader momentum. Its stories don’t just inform—they elevate credibility, expand visibility, and connect leaders to the ecosystem that makes growth possible.

Missy Feldman

Lifestyle Editor

Missy Feldman is Arizona Ascent’s Lifestyle Editor, blending her passion for organization and wellness with a focus on intentional living. A professional organizer and member of NAPO and NAPO Arizona, she has five years of experience helping people create calm, functional spaces. Originally from New Jersey and now based in Phoenix, Missy holds a Communications degree from Ramapo College.

Justin Quen

Tax Editor

My name is Justin Quen, and I’m a Scottsdale native. I earned my Master’s degree in Accounting from the University of Arizona and am a licensed CPA here in the state. As an independent CPA, I provide a wide range of accounting and tax services to individuals and small business owners. I founded my own business to offer a more personalized experience for my clients and to give back to the community by sharing my knowledge and expertise.

Anisia Corona

Health Tech Editor

Anisia Corona is a digital health entrepreneur and editor with 26 years of experience in healthcare. She is the founder of a digital health company focused on strengthening the provider–patient relationship through AI-powered products for physicians, including a digital magazine that delivers proprietary and hard-to-find data and insights to clinicians. Anisia is the author of multiple studies indexed by the National Institutes of Health and serves as a reviewer for NIH research proposals and studies, as well as grant applications submitted to the United States Department of Defense. She also founded the Arizona Chapter of the AI Collective with a healthcare vertical, creating hands-on AI learning events and community programs that advance the use of AI in healthcare across Arizona.

Taylor Tucker

Real Estate Editor

Taylor Tucker is the Real Estate Editor for Arizona Ascent, where she looks at Arizona’s housing market through a simple filter: what’s really driving people to make their next move. She moved from Minnesota to Arizona for school and never left. Before real estate and editorial work, she studied forensic psychology and worked in Special Investigations with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office alongside federal partners, where she developed a deep ability to read patterns, evaluate information, and understand the human behavior behind complex decisions. That perspective still shapes how she approaches her work today. Instead of focusing only on data or headlines, Taylor is drawn to the story behind the numbers—the timing, the transitions, and the personal moments that influence when someone buys, sells, or starts over.

Rob Andersen

Digital Trust & AI Editor

Rob Andersen is the Digital Trust & AI Editor for Arizona Ascent, where he examines how identity, data, and AI are reshaping trust in the digital world. A software engineer, 8x entrepreneur, and 4x patent author, Rob is the founder of Grape ID™ and is driven by a mission to put people back in control of their digital identity. His work stems from firsthand frustration with spam, identity theft, and privacy loss, which led him to identify what he calls “Identity Chaos”—a systemic issue tied to cybercrime, data brokering, and the broader attention economy. Known online as “AntiSpamGuy,” Rob focuses on building practical identity infrastructure, supporting open-source solutions, and reducing the incentives that fuel spam. At Arizona Ascent, he brings a builder’s perspective to the intersection of AI, identity, and digital trust—highlighting the systems shaping how the internet works today and where it’s headed next.

Noah Shurtliff

Mortgage Editor

“Noah Shurtliff is a Phoenix-based mortgage broker who’s passionate about helping people become homeowners and build long-term wealth through real estate. With over six years in the industry, he’s helped hundreds of families across the country navigate the homebuying process. Born and raised in the Valley, Noah takes a very hands-on, relationship-driven approach to his work. He’s big on education and believes people make the best decisions when they truly understand their options, which is why he focuses on breaking down mortgages in a way that makes sense. He was recognized as one of the fastest-growing loan officers in 2021 by United Wholesale Mortgage. Outside of mortgages, Noah is the organizer of The Social Entrepreneur, a growing networking community that brings together business professionals across the Phoenix Valley.

Andre Ramirez

Real Estate & Investment Strategies Editor

Andre Ramirez is a Partner at Centurion Strategic Advisors, specializing in advanced, tax-efficient strategies. He guides clients through 1031 Exchanges into DSTs, Qualified Opportunity Zones, securitized real estate investments, and business-focused cost-saving solutions. Andre partners with individuals and business owners to reduce tax exposure, preserve capital, and grow long-term wealth through strategic planning and alternative investments. Renowned for his relationship-driven approach, he delivers tailored strategies that align with each client’s unique financial goals.

Austin Francis

Residential Property Management Editor

Austin Francis is a Business Development Manager at GoldenWest Management Inc., a residential property management firm in Phoenix’s Biltmore area. Born and raised in Brownstown, Michigan, Austin earned a Bachelor’s Degree from Central Michigan University with a Minor in Sales and Marketing before relocating to Phoenix in 2020. With six years of experience spanning automotive, logistics, audio branding, and real estate, Austin brings a diverse perspective to property management. Inspired by his father, a self-managing real estate investor who retired at 49, Austin was drawn to the industry to learn, innovate, and help others achieve financial freedom through real estate. At GoldenWest, he specializes in overseeing business operations, implementing innovative management solutions, and guiding homeowners and investors toward maximizing their property potential.