Valley Leadership has named Leslie Motter and Terry Goddard as the 76th Arizona Leaders of the Year, formerly known as Man & Woman of the Year.

The award honors their dedication to tackling Arizona’s pressing challenges, record of community engagement, and embodiment of Valley Leadership’s Principles of Doing.

“Leslie and Terry represent the very best of what it means to lead in Arizona,” said Dave Brown, CEO of Valley Leadership, in a press release. “Their unwavering commitment to helping others and tackling our state’s most complex challenges has left a lasting impact. In honoring them as Arizona Leaders of the Year, we celebrate their vision, courage, and the meaningful change they continue to drive for Arizona’s future.”

Motter is CEO at Make-A-Wish America, a $500 million nonprofit that works to bring wishes to children suffering from life-threatening illnesses.

Goddard, a former city of Phoenix Mayor and Arizona Attorney General, has a long career as a public servant and working as a private citizen to help the community.

Motter and Goddard will be recognized at a reception hosted by John and Kathleen Graham on Nov. 13 at the Paradise Valley Country Club, 7101 N. Tatum Blvd, Paradise Valley.

This year’s presenting sponsor is Sprout’s Healthy Community Foundation.