< Previous88 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Feb Issue 2.indd 88Feb Issue 2.indd 881/23/20 4:34 PM1/23/20 4:34 PM @azfoothills #azfoothills 89 ASHLEIGH STEWART 25, SCOTTSDALE @ASHLEIGH.STEW Broadcast Journalist and Reporter WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR IN A PARTNER? Someone who acts with integrity and is kind, loyal and respectful. To be able to rely on them and have an equal share of give and take is always nice. DR. MICHAEL MAJOR 42, SCOTTSDALE @DR.MAJORBENEFITS Physician IF YOU COULD HAVE LUNCH WITH ONE PERSON, WHO WOULD IT BE? An ancestor that I had never met, time travel pending. Perhaps a great-great grandparent toward the end of life. I would sit and hear stories without revealing who I was, ask questions and look for values and innate character that might have made it to future generations. MICHAEL SPANGENBERG 34, CHANDLER @MIKESPANK Co-Founder of State Forty Eight WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF ROMANCE? I’m no expert, but I believe finding your best friend is the key to romance. PARIZ DURAZO 29, PHOENIX @IMELIPARIZ Dental Office Manager and Style Blogger WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO SPEND DOWNTIME? Working on my style content, thrifting, traveling solo, playing with my pup Penelope, a night out on the town (dancing the night away), spending time with family and friends, staying active or just relaxing at home in my silk PJs binge-watching Netflix, Hulu and Disney+, let's be honest. PICTURED OPPOSITE, FROM TOP LEFT AND CLOCKWISE. Feb Issue 2.indd 89Feb Issue 2.indd 891/23/20 4:34 PM1/23/20 4:34 PM90 AZFOOTHILLS.COM LEILA PARNIAN 34, SCOTTSDALE @LEILAPARNIAN Artist/Muralist and Vice President of Parnian Furniture IF YOU COULD HAVE LUNCH WITH ONE PERSON, WHO WOULD IT BE? Hieronymus Bosch, a 16th- century brilliant artist with a twisted mind who inspired some of my most intricate and powerful drawings as a child. Present day, I would choose Banksy. MOLLY ARGUE 27, SCOTTSDALE @MOLLYARGUE Co-Founder of URJA Beauty and TV Host WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO SPEND DOWNTIME? Whether a little day-trip or long holiday getaway, travel is at the top of my list. TIERNEY ROCHO 28, SCOTTSDALE @TIERNEYROCHO Marketing Coordinator at Gawley Plastic Surgery and Trainer at F45 Scottsdale DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL TALENTS? The gift of gab and an unlimited source of energy. PATRICK LAGREID 41, PHOENIX @PATLAGREID, @PHXCIGARGUY Voice Talent, Writer/Editor/ Partner for halfwheel.com and Member of the Stats Support Staff for Major League Baseball WHERE IS YOUR DREAM VACATION AND WHY? I’d love to explore my ancestral roots in Ireland and Norway as part of a trip to Europe. I don’t have a big desire to see the touristy spots; I’d rather hang out in the neighborhoods and chat with the locals. I think it’s great to experience how people see the world and go about their day. PICTURED OPPOSITE, FROM TOP LEFT AND CLOCKWISE. Feb Issue 2.indd 90Feb Issue 2.indd 901/23/20 4:34 PM1/23/20 4:34 PM @azfoothills #azfoothills 91 Feb Issue 2.indd 91Feb Issue 2.indd 911/23/20 4:34 PM1/23/20 4:34 PM92 AZFOOTHILLS.COM Feb Issue 2.indd 92Feb Issue 2.indd 921/23/20 4:34 PM1/23/20 4:34 PM @azfoothills #azfoothills 93 BRANDON BUNGER 45, PHOENIX @KENWORTH911 President and CEO of an International Steel Fabrication and Manufacturing Company WHERE IS YOU DREAM VACATION AND WHY? I have been planning my dream vacation for years but haven’t been able to find anybody who wants to go with me until recently. I want to do the Camino de Santiago trek through Spain and finish up running with the bulls at the San Fermín Festival in Pamplona. My 16-year-old son recently asked me if we could do that together, just the two of us, which is my plan in the summer of 2021 before he heads off to college. DR. MAI-LY DUONG 33, GILBERT @DRSMILEYMAILY Dentist at ATSU The Center for Advanced Oral Health DO YOU HAVE ANY SPECIAL TALENTS? I believe that music, sports and food are three things that can connect people across any barrier (i.e. language, cultures, differences, etc.). And since I basically burn everything I touch in the kitchen and I run like Phoebe from “Friends,” the only thing left I can do is sing! The USA national anthem and Disney Princess songs are my favorite songs to sing. JOHN MEISSNER 40, SCOTTSDALE @JOHNNYCASH999 Architect and Business Owner WHAT IS YOUR FAVORITE WAY TO SPEND DOWNTIME? I have a stressful and demanding job as an architect and business owner, so when I do get downtime it’s usually to recharge my batteries. I like to spend lazy afternoons by the pool, sipping margaritas, barbecuing and enjoying my amazing family and friends or a leisurely morning hike followed by brunch and sangria at any Scottsdale hot spot. CHRIS FELIX 27, AHWATUKEE @_CHRISFELIX_ Book Fair Specialist at Phoenix Book Company and Tournament Operations at the Junior Golf Association of Arizona WHAT DO YOU BRING TO THE TABLE? One of my favorite things is to make other people happy, so you can pin me as a people pleaser. I like to keep situations very light, comical and stress-free. I am loyal and dedicated when I invest my time in something that I care about. I am a great listener and very much like to see and help others succeed. Also, being in the book and golf/sports industry, I can get you some great deals on things and also help teach you a thing or two! PICTURED OPPOSITE, FROM TOP LEFT AND CLOCKWISE. Feb Issue 2.indd 93Feb Issue 2.indd 931/23/20 4:34 PM1/23/20 4:34 PM94 AZFOOTHILLS.COM LAUREN JACKSON 37, PHOENIX @LUVLOLOJ Regional Director, Healthcare WHAT DO YOU LOOK FOR IN A PARTNER? I always look for traits in a partner that complement my strengths. I want a partner who is smart, driven, outgoing, independent, loves to try new things and has a strong sense of self. Someone who will travel, dance all night, bike to the farmers’ market, explore a museum for hours, check out a foodie festival and will go on a hunt with me for the best cocktails and desserts in Phoenix. JESSICA ABERCROMBIE 28, PHOENIX Director of Public Relations and Marketing for The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa WHAT IS ONE INTERESTING THING ABOUT YOU MOST PEOPLE DON’T KNOW? One thing? Here’s three since I’m so interesting (read: I’m not at all interesting). I used to live in Guam, I speak Spanish fluently and I am obsessed with LeBron James. AUBREY TINSLEY 31, GILBERT @AUBREY_RED_ Full-Time Shoe Buyer for a Department Store and Body- Positive Content Creator, Social Media Influencer and YouTuber WHAT IS YOUR DEFINITION OF ROMANCE? Thoughtfulness. There’s nothing better than someone who shows you that they’re thinking about you throughout the day, can plan a meaningful date with your interests in mind or who surprises you occasionally. LAUREN HENDRIX 27, PHOENIX @LAURENHENDRIX92 Social Media Manager, PR and Influencer Marketing for Yandy.com WHAT IS THE BEST DATE YOU HAVE EVER BEEN ON? My best date would have to be going to a concert at Madison Square Garden in New York City or going to a hockey game! PICTURED OPPOSITE, FROM TOP LEFT AND CLOCKWISE. Feb Issue 2.indd 94Feb Issue 2.indd 941/23/20 4:34 PM1/23/20 4:34 PM @azfoothills #azfoothills 95 Feb Issue 2.indd 95Feb Issue 2.indd 951/23/20 4:34 PM1/23/20 4:34 PM96 AZFOOTHILLS.COM THAT'S ALL, FOLKS. FIN Speak YOUR MIND BEOSOUND SHAPE, a sleek wall-mounted speaker system from Bang & Olufsen, is the answer to the prayers of design-conscious music lovers. 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