Valley Partnership announed Clark Princell as its new president and CEO.
Princell was selected by the group’s board following a statewide search to lead the organization. He will begin his role July 24.
Valley Partnership is the Phoenix-area’s advocacy group for responsible development. For almost 40 years, Valley Partnership has promoted the interests of the real estate development industry and its partner organizations.“We are excited to welcome Clark to Valley Partnership as the new President and CEO,” said Laura Ortiz, Valley Partnership board chair,. in a statement.
“Clark’s leadership experience and public policy expertise will help Valley Partnership continue to navigate complex issues at the local, state, and federal level.”
Princell brings more than 15 years of experience in political and nonprofit organizations working closely with politicians, CEOs, community leaders and stakeholders on a variety of policies. Most recently, Princell served in numerous roles at the city of Phoenix, including as Mayor Kate Gallego’s chief of staff. Prior, Princell was a member of the government affairs teams at the Arizona
Department of Economic Security and American Association of Nurse Practitioners as well as the grassroots coordinator at the American Health Care Association.
“Arizona would not be where it is today or as well-positioned for its future without the decades of work and thoughtful policy decisions made by Valley Partnership,” said Princell. “Our state will continue to be confronted with important policy decisions such as transportation, water, and energy. The real estate development community must not only be represented in these discussions but well positioned to continue to influence the subsequent pol-icy decisions. I am honored to represent Valley Partnership and ensure the thoughtful, balanced, and pro-development perspective of the organization continues to be a prominent voice in Arizona.”
Princell will lead all aspects of the organization’s operations, including advocating for critical issues impacting development in the Valley and implementing the organization’s strategic plan.
Princell holds undergraduate and master’s degrees from San Diego State University. He and his wife, Ashton, live in Phoenix with their two children.
