For Michelle McGinty, president of DRA Collective and Copper Club, transformation begins by imagining what doesn’t yet exist. She thrives at the intersection of vision and action, building spaces—literal and figurative—where others feel invited, seen and empowered. Her agency’s evolution over the past three years has been marked by purposeful expansion. From deepening client relationships to launching a complementary firm and a nonprofit, McGinty has pursued bold moves that reflect a firm rooted in service.
Unlike traditional growth narratives, McGinty’s path is woven with reinvention. Her leadership has pushed the firm to explore uncharted territory, reaching new audiences and reshaping community dialogue. These changes haven’t just added services—they’ve cultivated ecosystems where voices matter and storytelling carries power. Her Titan 100 Honoree recognition reflects the scale and sincerity of that work.
In an era shaped by rapid change, McGinty centers her workforce strategy on adaptability and continuous learning. Her team doesn’t wait for change—they anticipate it. Whether through evolving internal tools or shifting communication styles to reflect current norms, she ensures her staff is prepared to meet the moment.
Fueling that energy is McGinty’s own source of inspiration. She reignites her drive by spending time with people who challenge assumptions, embrace complexity and care deeply about impact. By sharing those experiences—through storytelling, speaking or mentorship—she infuses her team and clients with the same momentum.
Mastering systems thinking is the skill McGinty would choose to gain instantly—the ability to perceive and interpret the often-invisible connections among people, ideas, institutions and outcomes. This would transform how she drives sustainable change. Whether creating Copper Club as a space for women to thrive or designing campaigns that elevate underrepresented voices, she views impact as part of a larger system. It would sharpen her instinct for uncovering leverage points and reveal elegant solutions to complex challenges. In a noisy world, it would grant her clarity—the power to pause and align each choice with something greater.
Her journey began with a desire to shape Arizona’s future through effective, inclusive engagement. That ambition led to founding and expanding DRA Collective and Copper Club with a steadfast focus on lifting others as she climbs. These ventures are not just companies—they’re platforms for growth.
Over the next five years, McGinty envisions both organizations playing larger roles in civic life. With influence in public initiatives and deeper investment in storytelling that drives social change, she’s preparing her team to lead dialogue across the region. Their growth will remain grounded in relationships.
McGinty’s distinction in the industry stems from authenticity. Her ability to listen deeply, challenge norms and build with purpose has positioned her as a trusted leader. She is, in every sense, a Titan.
Among her achievements, she is most proud of building organizations that reflect the communities they serve. From targeting specialized audiences to elevating diverse perspectives, her work has sparked recognition and results.
