Entrepreneurship

Born in El Paso, Texas, and raised in Phoenix, Arizona, Anthony Quintana's journey into filmmaking is one of passion and perseverance. Quintana's love for movies began at an early age. His father, an avid movie lover, took him to the theater nearly every weekend. This consistent exposure to the magic of cinema sparked a deep fascination that would stay with him throughout his life. Despite this early passion, Quintana's youth was largely dominated by sports. A gifted athlete, he excelled in basketball and football, dreaming of a professional career in sports.

Arizona has become a rising star for entrepreneurship, innovation, and emerging technology. With a growing population and thriving industries like semiconductor manufacturing, the state is making its mark on the national stage. Yet, despite this momentum, Arizona's startup ecosystem has struggled to establish a unified identity. Enter Silicon Oasis, a nonprofit that Kyle Macdonald and Josue Romero founded, to serve as Arizona's brand ambassador and connector for startups. In just a few months, Silicon Oasis has already begun making a tangible impact, setting the stage for a stronger, more cohesive startup community.

Founded in 2020 by Pete Melucci and Massimo Sommacampagna, the Arizona Italian American Chamber of Commerce aims to create an organization that focuses on fostering professional relationships beyond traditional social events.

Small businesses are the lifeblood of innovation, economic growth, and community engagement. To recognize and celebrate the contributions of these dynamic enterprises, Arizona Ascent Magazine is proud to announce the launch of the inaugural Arizona Ascent Small Business Impact Awards.

Chandler Endeavor is an exciting and innovative incubator that provides support and resources to entrepreneurs and businesses in Chandler, Arizona. This dynamic creativity center offers a wide range of programs and initiatives tailored to meet the unique needs of diverse business ventures.