Ag e n d a Chair Massage 2 U 11122 W. Alabama Avenue, Youngtown www.peoriachamber.com
M&I Bank Mixer Wed., Nov. 17 5:00p – 7:00p
Free M&I Bank 9035 W. Union Hills Drive, Peoria www.peoriachamber.com
Monthly Breakfast Meeting Tues., Nov. 23 7:30a – 8:30a
$10 advance, $12 at the door Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery 7640 W. Bell Road, Glendale www.peoriachamber.com
Military Affairs Committee Meeting Wed., Nov. 24 8:00a – 9:00a
Free Peoria Chamber of Commerce APS Conference Room www.peoriachamber.com
Governmental Affairs Committee Meeting Wed., Nov. 24 4:00p – 5:00p
Free Peoria Chamber of Commerce www.peoriachamber.com
PHOENIX BLACK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE La Gran Fiesta
Thurs., Nov. 4 – Sun., Nov. 7 12noon Saturday – 6:00p Sunday
A celebration of Hispanic and Latin culture. Free 7380 E. Second Street, Scottsdale www.scottsdaleperformingarts.org
Edward Jones Career Diversity Expo Mon., Nov. 8 11:00a – 12noon
Present mission, services and strategies to Edward Jones associates and leaders. Free Edward Jones Café 8620 S. River Parkway, Tempe www.phoenixblackchamber.com
Edward Jones Diversity Career Fair Thurs., Nov. 11 4:00p – 7:30p
A great opportunity for individuals to learn about Edward Jones, network with associates and team leaders, present qualifications, and apply for available positions. Free Edward Jones Training Center 8333 S. River Parkway, Tempe inclusion-council@edwardjones.com
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SCOTTSDALE AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
Red Carpet Fall Tradeshow
Member Orientation
Join us on the “red carpet” immediately following our Sterling Awards luncheon! Scottsdale’s premiere business-tobusiness tradeshow is the most anticipated tradeshow of the year! Generate Leads. Build Relationships. Create Buzz! Free to attend the event; sponsorships and booths still available Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center (480) 355-2700 (See Sterling Awards article on page 37)
Wed., Nov. 3 7:30a – 9:00a
Meet and network with other Chamber members, meet the Chamber staff and volunteer leaders and learn about the resources available to you through your membership. Scottsdale Area Chamber (480) 355-2700
Champions Breakfast – 30-Second Claim to Fame Thurs., Nov. 4 7:15 a – 9:00a
First impressions matter. Everyone needs a 30-second “elevator speech.” Build relationships, generate leads and create buzz. Members: free; guests: $20 Scottsdale Fashion Square (Food Court, North side) (480) 355-2700
First Friday Airpark Breakfast: Airpark Identity & Branding Fri., Nov. 5 7:15a – 9:00a
A Continuation of Next Steps Scottsdale: What is the Airpark’s brand and why is having a strong brand imperative to its continued success? How can the Airpark business community work together to build upon the Scottsdale Airpark brand? Be a part of the conversation and take the next steps with us! Members: $15 ($20 day of event); guests: $25 ($30 day of event) Vi at Silverstone 23005 N. 74th Street, Scottsdale (480) 355-2700
Meet Your Airpark Neighbors Lunch Fri., Nov. 12 11:30a – 1:00p
The Chamber’s Airpark Committee invites you to meet your neighbors in the Scottsdale Airpark! $5 includes networking & lunch Xona Resort Suites 7677 E. Princess Blvd., Scottsdale laureen@laureenleston.com
25th Annual Sterling Awards Tues., Nov. 16 12noon – 2:00p
Recognizing excellence, innovation and community stewardship, the Sterling Awards embody the spirit of our organization by celebrating the people and companies that make our community a great place to live, work and play. $75. Sponsorships and corporate tables available. Scottsdale Resort and Conference Center (480) 355-2700 (See Sterling Awards article on page 37)
Tues., Nov. 16 2:00p – 6:00p
Champions Breakfast — Business Card Bingo Thurs., Nov. 18 7:15a – 9:00a
A fun twist on business networking! Gather business cards (and contacts) while trying to complete a business bingo card! Members: free; guests: $20 Check website for location www.scottsdalechamber.com
TEMPE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Networking @ Noon Thurs., Nov. 11 11:30 a – 1:00p
Learn the art of relationship building, enjoy a fantastic lunch and have fun promoting your services at this “speed dating for business” event. Members: $25 in advance, $30 day of; general public: $35 Heidi’s Events and Catering 2095 W. 15th Street, Tempe (480) 967-7891
Business Before Hours Tues., Nov. 16 7:30a – 8:30a
Bring brochures and business cards and be ready to give a 30-second commercial about yourself or your business. Light breakfast is provided. Members: free; general public: $7 Sam’s Club 700 N. 54th Street, Chandler (480) 967-7891
Business After Hours Wed., Nov. 17 5:30p – 7:00p
A welcoming and casual atmosphere where you can meet and mingle with other members of the business community. Members: free; general public: $10 California Pizza Kitchen Tempe Marketplace (480) 967-7891
Hot Topics and Lunch — Special Guest Speaker Michael Crow Thurs., Nov. 18 11:30a – 1:00p
“ASU in 2020.” Dr. Crow will look at
where society, education and business are likely to intersect in the future and address how one of the nation’s largest colleges intends to maintain a pivotal role in the educational community. Members: $25 in advance, $30 day of; general public: $35 Fiesta Resort Conference Center (480) 967-7891
State of the City Address with Tempe Mayor Hugh Hallman Tues., Nov. 23 7:00a – 9:00a
Civic, business and political leaders of the Valley come together at this breakfast event to hear Mayor Hallman’s yearly update on Tempe as he shares his perspective on its business, educational and social cultures. Members: $50; general public: $70; table of 10: $500; advance RSVP required The Buttes, A Marriott Resort (480) 967-7891
WEST VALLEY WOMEN Monthly Meeting
Tues., November 2, 2010 11:30a – 1:30p
Spirit of Philanthropy Luncheon $35.00 SKYE Fine Dining 16844 N. Arrowhead Fountain Center Drive, Peoria www.westvalleywomen.org
WOMEN OF SCOTTSDALE Monthly Meeting Fri., Nov. 19 11:30a – 1:30p
Annual Spirit of Scottsdale Luncheon $35 The Westin Kierland Resort & Spa www.womenofscottsdale.org
WORLDWIDE EMPLOYEE BENEFITS NETWORK — PHOENIX Voluntary Products Thurs., Nov. 11 7:30a – 9:15a
With the rising cost of healthcare, employers are relying more on voluntary products to provide cost-effective solutions for employees. Phoenix Country Club Monica Mavis (623) 203-5177 To have your organization’s events included in the In Business Magazine On the Agenda pages, please send notices to editor@inbusinessmag.com.
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