Sharon Harper

Sharon Harper is a prominent figure in the commercial real estate industry, serving as the President, CEO, and co-founder of Plaza Companies. Her leadership has been instrumental in establishing Plaza Companies as a leading real estate firm in the Southwest United States.1

Professional Achievements

Under Sharon Harper's guidance, Plaza Companies has achieved significant success in several key areas:

Real Estate Portfolio:: The company oversees the ownership, development, leasing, and management of more than five million square feet of Arizona's medical office properties, senior living facilities, and bioscience and biotechnology centers.1

Industry Recognition:: Plaza Companies has received numerous awards under Harper's leadership, including:

• AZ Business magazine's Most Admired Companies Award (2013)
• International Development Council's International Leadership Award (2013)
• Large Developer of the Year by the National Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP)
• Medical Office Building of the Year in 2001, 2004, and 20081

Notable Projects:: Harper has been instrumental in developing and managing several high-profile projects, including:

• Banner Estrella Medical Center of Phoenix
• SkySong, The ASU Scottsdale Innovation Center
• Paradise Valley Medical Plaza
• Paradise Retirement Hawaii in Honolulu1

Personal Accolades

Sharon Harper's personal achievements have also garnered significant recognition:

• Named one of 2014's "Most Influential Women in Commercial Real Estate" by AZRE magazine
• Recipient of the "Lifetime Achievement Award for Most Admired Leader" by the Phoenix Business Journal in 2013
• Member of the Counselors of Real Estate
• Listed among the "50 Most Influential Women in Arizona Real Estate" in 2012 by AZRE magazine
• Named in Phoenix Business Journal's "Who's Who of the Decade" in 20101

Community Involvement

Harper is actively involved in various organizations and boards:

• Board of Directors for BioAccel
• Trustee for the Virginia G. Piper Charitable Trust
• Trustee for the McCain Institute for International Leadership
• Vice Chair of Greater Phoenix Leadership (GPL)
• Board member of the Arizona Community Foundation
• Co-Chairman of the International Leadership Council for the Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC)1

Sharon Harper's LinkedIn profile confirms her role as President and CEO at Plaza Companies, based in Peoria, Arizona.2 Her extensive experience and leadership have made her a respected figure in the commercial real estate industry, particularly in healthcare, biotechnology, and senior housing sectors.