PHOENIX, Ariz. —National Bank of Arizona (NBAZ) has announced the appointment of Richard “Rich” Bowen, Senior Vice President of Genterra Enterprises a Flagstaff based Master Development Firm and a longtime Northern Arizona resident and leader, to its Advisory Board of Directors. Bowen brings extensive experience in economic development, real estate, higher education, and community leadership, along with strong ties to Northern Arizona.
At Genterra, Bowen leads healthcare, research, commercial, university, and mixed-use development projects across multiple states, including Arizona. He also provides strategic leadership for development, construction, real estate management, capital markets, and business development initiatives.
Before joining Genterra, Bowen spent 21 years at Northern Arizona University (NAU), serving in several senior leadership roles, including Special Assistant to the President. His work spanned campus development, regional growth initiatives, research partnerships, technology transfer, and public-private collaborations. He also helped develop the Phoenix Biomedical Campus and several of Arizona’s leading innovation and entrepreneurship organizations.
Throughout his career, Bowen has worked closely with business leaders, Tribal Nations, higher education institutions, and economic development partners across Northern Arizona. Those relationships have helped advance growth, innovation, and opportunity across the region.
“Rich has dedicated his career to bringing together organizations, institutions, and communities to create opportunities for growth and long-term success,” said Mark Stebbings, CEO of National Bank of Arizona. “As a longtime Northern Arizona resident and leader, he brings valuable perspective, strong community relationships, and a deep understanding of the opportunities and challenges facing the region. We are pleased to welcome him to our Advisory Board.”
“I’m honored to join the National Bank of Arizona Advisory Board,” said Richard Bowen. “NBAZ has a longstanding commitment to supporting Arizona’s communities and economic growth. I look forward to working alongside fellow board members and bank leadership to help advance opportunities that strengthen businesses, institutions, and communities across the state.”
Bowen remains active in community leadership efforts. He currently serves as Vice Chair of both the Northern Arizona Leadership Alliance and the NACOG Economic Development Council, while also serving on nonprofit and advisory boards that support community development and economic opportunity.
