Scottsdale's search for stellar staff has snagged three dynamic women to steer key city sectors. City Manager Jim Thompson touted the triumvirate as central to Scottsdale's vision for "Simply Better Service for a World Class Community." This talent trove aims to bolster the city's stride toward enhancing services and innovation to meet community expectations.
According to a Scottsdale press release, Katie Gregory will take the reigns as WestWorld General Manager. Gregory's journey, which began in May 2023 as Prescott's city manager, was marked by progressive roles in Peoria's municipal structure starting in 2000. A master's degree in public administration from Arizona State University anchors her academic qualifications. Gregory told Scottsdale, "I look forward to joining the city of Scottsdale and the WestWorld team." She buckles down to business starting Thursday, March 14.
Thrilled to tap into Scottsdale's economic potential, Teri Pace Killgore will serve as the city's new Economic Development Director starting May 6. Killgore's resume reads like a success saga in Walnut Creek, California, and Arizona's own Chandler, where she marshaled downtown redevelopment for six years. Her string of achievements features pandemic recovery programs and outdoor dining initiatives, both key to sustaining economic vitality amid crisis.
Kira Peters returns to her Scottsdale roots as Human Services Director after a stint as assistant city manager in Bozeman, Montana. Her decades-long dedication to Scottsdale's Community Services and her role as a board member of The Women’s Collective paint a picture of a seasoned leader with a heart for community empowerment. A statement obtained by Scottsdale outlined her enthusiasm: "I’m thrilled to be working again with the dedicated Human Services team to provide resources, programs and services to the community that I call home." Peters was back at her desk as of March 11.
The trio's collective experience and vision heralds new horizons for Scottsdale, reflecting a commitment to service and innovation that resonates with the essence of the city's mission. With new leadership injected into key positions, Scottsdale citizens can anticipate a continuation of the city's reputation for excellence. Updates on these hires and their impacts on Scottsdale's growth can be followed through the city's news feeds and event calendars.
