Greater Phoenix Chamber Named Shannon Butler Committee Chair
The chamber appointed the CVS Health executive to lead its influential Public Affairs Committee.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in People
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The Greater Phoenix Chamber has appointed Shannon Butler as the new chair of its Public Affairs Committee. Butler succeeds Susan Anable, who concluded her twelve-year tenure leading the committee.
Why it matters
The Public Affairs Committee is responsible for shaping the public policy priorities of the Greater Phoenix Chamber. The chair role oversees government and regulatory relations, influencing the regional business environment in Phoenix and beyond.
Susan Anable led the committee for 12 years prior to this transition. Additionally, AZ Business Magazine recognized Butler as one of 100 top business leaders in 2024.
The players
Shannon Butler
She is the Executive Director of Government Affairs at CVS Health for the West Region and a recognized leader in Arizona public policy.
Susan Anable
She served as the chair of the Greater Phoenix Chamber Public Affairs Committee for a twelve-year duration.
Greater Phoenix Chamber
This organization represents the interests of the local business community and shapes regional public policy priorities.
The details
Shannon Butler currently serves as the Executive Director of Government Affairs at CVS Health for the West Region. Her leadership experience includes holding board positions with the Arizona Retail Association and Arizonans for Affordable Health Care Coverage.
Timeline
Shannon Butler received business leadership recognition in 2024.
Shannon Butler was an ATHENA Award nominee in 2025.
Shannon Butler was appointed chair of the committee in October 2026.
Market Landscape
This transition aligns with the broader cycle of board and committee leadership rotation among major regional business organizations. Such shifts allow the Greater Phoenix Chamber to integrate new expertise while maintaining its established influence on local regulatory affairs.
This appointment signals potential shifts in how the chamber approaches government and regulatory relations for local businesses. Residents and local firms may see changes in the legislative priorities the chamber advocates for at the state level.
The takeaway
The appointment highlights the continued influence of healthcare executives in shaping local business policy. Professionals looking to stay informed on regional advocacy should monitor upcoming chamber committee updates for changes in legislative focus.
Further reading
For more on influential appointments in the region, visit the People section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Your Valley.
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