Connect Chandler Chamber
PRESIDENT | CEO UPDATE
Terri Kimble
I have some exciting announcements to share with the Chandler community. First, registration for September’s Charity Golf Tournament is now open! Get ready to hit the greens for a good cause, because this event raises money for the Chandler Chamber Community Foundation to send students to Chandler-Gilbert Community College. REGISTER HERE.
On August 13th, we will be hosting our first free all-day business summit! Our “Be a Better Business Summit” is a crash course on improving your business, from networking, to winning government contracts, to selling on Amazon. REGISTER HERE.
Later this month, we will have two back-to-back days. On August 15th, the Chandler, Gilbert, and Queen Creek Chambers of Commerce will be hosting Arizona State Treasurer, Kimberly Yee, who will provide an economic update for the State of Arizona. REGISTER HERE. The next day, August 16th, we will have our free annual Coffee With Congress event, featuring Congressman Andy Biggs. REGISTER HERE.
This month’s Women in Leadership Luncheon will focus on the business of sports. On August 20th, learn from sports news broadcasters on their experiences in this billion dollar industry. REGISTER HERE.
On August 27th, we will be hosting an Education & Workforce Roundtable that will focus on AI (Artificial Intelligence) in the workplace. During this roundtable, leading business experts will demonstrate how AI can be used as a tool for your business & how to get ahead of AI’s inevitable workforce impact. REGISTER HERE.
Finally, on August 28th, join us for a free Chandler Unified School District School Board Candidate Forum, providing you with a chance to hear from the candidates firsthand. REGISTER HERE.
Engaging with your community is the best way to form connections, find resources, and learn new skills that will help your businesses succeed. Stay cool this summer - see you at our August events!
Terri Kimble PRESIDENT/CEO Terri@ChandlerChamber.com
Angie Poirier DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS angie@chandlerchamber.com
Carly Wakefield VP OF WORKFORCE & GOVT AFFAIRS Carly@chandlerchamber.com
Barbara Caravella SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER Barbara@chandlerchamber.com
Susan Brinegar BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AREA MANAGER susan@chandlerchamber.com
Drew Hernandez MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS drew@chandlerchamber.com
Chris Butler MEMBERSHIP RETENTION SPECIALIST chris@chandlerchamber.com
Claire Hartley PROGRAMS & EVENTS COORDINATOR claire@chandlerchamber.com
Grant Thompson POLICY COORDINATOR grant@chandlerchamber.com
480.963.4571
101 W Commonwealth Ave. Chandler, AZ 85225 info@ChandlerChamber.com ChandlerChamber.com @ChandlerChamber
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Charity Golf Tournament
Robert Sinkule Co-Founder & Chief Financial Officer,
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BOARD CHAIR 2024
Last month we had a great turnout for our quarterly Chamber 101! We had a packed room, full of our newest members, and the Chamber rolled out our new “Interactive” experience. Next Chamber 101 is in October, so mark your calendar.
Don’t forget our monthly morning and evening business mixers. This month, Wake Up Chandler! will be held on Wednesday the 7th @ Week & Mitchell Home Remodeling from 8-9 am. Our evening Business After Business will be held on Thursday the 15th @ The Doubletree Phoenix Chandler from 4-5:30 pm. Come out, mingle with fellow business owners in Chandler, and have a great time!
We are also accepting applications for next year’s Board of Directors. The application can be found on the Chamber website. And don’t forget, the deadline to submit your application is September 30th.
And last, have you visited the Chamber website lately? So many new features and changes have been occurring. I highly suggest stopping by and having a look. Oh, if you didn’t know the address… https://www.chandlerchamber.com/
See you around the Chamber!
Meet Grant
Grant Thompson is a University of Arizona student immersed in the world of Public Management & Policy. His academic pursuits have equipped him with a solid understanding of government and policy frameworks.
Chandler Chamber Board Highlights
Crystal Blackwell
Crystal Clear Results LLC, Founder/CEO
Crystal has more than 20 years of experience serving in senior leadership roles in Fortune 100 companies. Crystal is an expert in enhancing workforce performance and helping employees optimize their professional development. As a Certified Business Coach, her mission is to guide leaders on their journey from where they are to where they want to be.
Ralph Guariglio
Arizona Residential & Commercial Realty, Realtor
Ralph moved to the desert in 1971; upon learning to drive, he cultivated a penchant for working on cars and building hot rods. In 1980 joined one of the world’s largest manufacturing companies that turned into a 22-year career. In 2002 he did fix-n-flips, which launched his real estate career. In 2006 he joined the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, became an Ambassador in 2007, a Board member in 2013, and has chaired the Ostrich Festival for over 7 years.
Linda Qian
Intel Corporation, Communications Director
Linda Qian has more than a decade of communications and operations experience in corporate responsibility and the tech industry. As Communications Manager for Intel’s Global Public Affairs & Sustainability organization, Linda’s current focus is helping stakeholders understand why Intel is an asset to the community. Previously, she managed executive communications for the Intel Foundation President.
David Ralls
Commit Agency, Owner
David is owner and president of Commit Agency. A significant amount of his spare time is spent supporting charity boards including the Chandler Compadres and Boys and Girls Clubs of the Valley. David has been recognized by the ASU Spirit of Enterprise Center with the Monster Entrepreneurial Award, America’s top 25 Most Influential Minds in the Hospitality Industry by HSMAI, the Hospitality, Sales and Marketing Association International.
August CALENDAR OF EVENTS
August 2
12:00pm
“Baking” Chocolate Chip Cookies at the DoubleTree
DoubleTree will be “baking” some chocolate chip cookies in a car. These cookies are not for public consumption. The DoubleTree will check on the cookies at 3:00pm, and will welcome media for a photo op.
August 7
8:00am
Wake Up Chandler @ Weeks & Mitchell Home Remodeling
Wake-Up Chandler is a great way to start off the morning by networking! Bring your business cards and be prepared to give a 15 second commercial about your business. Door Prizes are Welcome!
REGISTER HERE
August 7
4:00pm
Ribbon Cutting at Seton Catholic Prep High School
August 8
8:00am
Executive & Industry Roundtable Series:
Women-Owned Businesses
This series provides a platform for business leaders to have discussions about topics relevant to the growth of our business community. This roundtable will focus on Women Owned Businesses.
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August 13
10:00am
“Be a Better Business” Summit
Learn the fundamentals of growing a business in the 21st century, including Amazon sales, setting up payroll, & managing government relations. This free all-day event includes a complimentary lunch.
REGISTER HERE
August 15
8:00am
Executive & Industry Roundtable Series: Construction
This series provides a platform for business leaders to have discussions about topics relevant to the growth of our business community. This roundtable will focus on the Construction Industry.
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August 15 11:00am
Tri-City Luncheon with Treasurer Kimberly Yee
Join the Chandler, Gilbert, and Queen Creek Chambers of Commerce as we host Arizona State Treasurer, Kimberly Yee who will provide an economic update for the State of Arizona.
REGISTER HERE
August 15
4:00pm
Business After Business @ DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix Chandler
Get ready to network! Bring your business cards, be prepared to work the room, talk about your business and promote yourself.
REGISTER HERE
August 16
8:00am
Coffee with Congress:
Featuring Congressman Andy Biggs
Congressman Andy Biggs will share an update about what’s going on in Washington & how it affects Chandler businesses.
REGISTER HERE
August 20
11:00am
Women In Leadership: The Business of Sports
An exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the southwest’s sports industries.
REGISTER HERE
August 27
8:00am
Education & Workforce Roundtable- AI & the Future of Workforce
Joining our free seminar where a curated panel of Arizona industry experts will share how AI can improve your company’s current workflows.
REGISTER HERE
August 28
5:00pm CUSD Governing Board Candidate Forum
This election year, Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) has 3 open seats on their school board, so, to help you make an informed vote, the Chandler Chamber’s Good Government Committee is hosting a free Candidate Forum
REGISTER HERE
The Good Government Committee is looking for volunteers interested in participating in the Chamber’s endorsement process. Good Government Committee volunteers should expect to dedicate 60 to 90 minutes to complete the required endorsement materials, and can be completed electronically. For more information, please reach out to carly@chandlerchamber.com.
Applications open for the 2025 Chandler Chamber Board of Directors
In accordance with the by-laws of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, the Chamber is requesting nominations for consideration for the Chandler Chamber Board of Directors. The Board of Directors is the elected policy-making body of the Chamber whose members represent the business and professional leadership of the community.
The Board of Directors is responsible for approving the annual Business Plan and supporting budget, receiving and acting on committee reports and recommendations, and for directing the general activities of the organization. It is further responsible for assuring that policy determinations, once made, are acted upon. The Board is also responsible for approving the appointment of all committee, council, and task force chairperson.
The future of the Chandler Chamber rests with the leadership selected in this process. Please take the time to consider and nominate the person(s) that you feel would best serve your Chamber and help keep the Chandler Chamber of Commerce a vital part of the ever-growing Chandler business community.
You must be a current Chandler Chamber of Commerce member in good standing to serve on the Board of Directors. Those who are not Chamber members are invited to inquire about membership to become eligible.
All submissions for nominations to the Board of Directors must be received at the Chamber no later than 4 pm on September 30, 2024. Please email your nominations to terri@chandlerchamber.com or bring to the Chamber Office.
Grand Canyon University increases academic offerings
Grand Canyon University expanded its academic offerings by developing pathways to fill labor gaps in a growing metro Phoenix area. To help bolster Arizona’s workforce, GCU launched the Center for Workforce Development which encompasses the university’s Pre-Apprenticeship for Electricians and a new Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist Pathway. The CNC Pathway is in its first year and is a partnership with Benchmark Electronics, Modern Industries and Lux Precision Manufacturing that will prepare students to learn CNC, a high demand trade that uses computers to precision manufacture parts.
Students take four classes over the course of 15 weeks while getting hands-on experience as paid interns at Lux Precision Manufacturing, based in Canyon Ventures at the 27th Avenue complex, to produce parts for medical, aerospace and semiconductor industries, among others. It takes partnerships to make a difference. Lux, Benchmark and Modern Industries have all committed to hiring students who complete the program. The Pre-Apprenticeship for Electricians is in partnership with Rosendin Electric and Maricopa County. The electrician’s pathway prepares students to go directly into an employer apprenticeship program in the State of Arizona.
GCU’s Center for Workforce Development’s innovative and flexible apprenticeships and non-degree programs create additional pathways for those who may not be able to obtain a four-year degree. Combined with GCU’s current priority of educating teachers and nurses across the country through its ground and online baccalaureate and graduate programs, the university is bolstering Arizona’s workforce by addressing the ongoing labor shortages that plague not only the state, but the entire country. There is a critical need for skilled labor in the workforce. GCU is working as an industry problem-solver by addressing economic development through programs to educated new nurses, electricians and machinists.
The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook (BLS) estimates job growth for electricians to increase nearly 6% in the next ten years, creating over 49,000 jobs for electricians. The BLS also states the CNC workforce is projected to create 90,000 job openings annually in the next decade. GCU’s Accelerated BS in Nursing site in Chandler is one of six sites already contributing to the national nursing shortage. By partnering with local healthcare systems in Arizona, Nevada and Utah, GCU is preparing students for the approximately 1.5 million additional nurses needed in the U.S. in the next five years, and according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, 195,000 spots for registered nurses will be open in Arizona between now and 2031.
With over 300 academic programs and its new Center for Workforce Development pathway offerings, GCU recognizes the need for skilled labor in the workforce and is stepping up to address it.
5 ways to boost your mental wellness
By Saskia Christian, Member of the DEIB Committee
#1: Embracing Self-Care: The Foundation of Mental Wellness
Your mind is like an engine that drives your success. Just like any engine, it requires regular maintenance and care. Prioritizing self-care is the first step towards achieving mental wellness. Find time for activities that recharge you, such as exercise, meditation, hobbies, and quality time with loved ones. Taking care of yourself is not a luxury, but a necessity for peak performance.
#2: Building Resilience: Navigating Challenges with Grace Challenges are inevitable in the business world. Successful leaders bounce forward and adapt. Cultivating resilience is key to maintaining mental wellness in the face of adversity. Develop a growth mindset, embrace change, seek support from mentors or coaches, and focus on solutions. Building resilience turns challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.
#3: Fostering Positive Relationships: The Power of Connection
Our relationships play a crucial role in our mental well-being. Surround yourself with positive and supportive individuals. Seek like-minded professionals, join industry groups, and engage in meaningful conversations. Fostering positive relationships creates a support system that uplifts you during both triumphs and tribulations.
A powerful example of building connections and fostering positivity is the recently held July Chandler Chamber of Commerce Women in Leadership luncheon. It was an event geared towards the enhancement of the personal and professional images of women. The event provided an atmosphere that was conducive for the healing and empowerment of professional women leaders within our local community.
#4: Practicing Mindfulness: Finding Balance in a Busy World
Mindfulness offers a powerful tool for finding balance and staying present. Cultivate awareness, reduce stress, and enhance well-being. Incorporate mindfulness techniques into your daily routine, such as mindful breathing exercises, taking regular breaks, and being fully present in each moment. Mindfulness benefits extend beyond your personal life and positively impact your professional endeavors. (cont.)
(cont.) #5: Seeking Professional Support: Investing in Your Mental Wellness
Invest in your mental wellness by working with qualified therapists, traumainformed coaches, or counselors specializing in high-stress environments. They provide valuable guidance and strategies for maintaining optimal mental well-being.
Your mental wellness is crucial for personal success and the well-being of your teams and organizations. By prioritizing mental wellness, you create a culture that values the holistic well-being of individuals.
Congrats to Brandon Bagley’s AlphaGraphics team for winning Regional Center of the Year
“Beyond honored to have been recognized earlier this month at the AlphaGraphics 2024 Connect Conference with the 2023 Regional Center of the Year (which I accepted on behalf of my AMAZING team at AlphaGraphics Chandler | Gilbert | Scottsdale) and the 2023 Network Ambassador awards!
Huge shout out to the members of my team and our clients who continue to make it possible for our business to excel, as well as the team at AlphaGraphics HQ and my fellow Franchisee peers. The theme of this year’s conference could not have been more accurate... ‘TOGETHER We Thrive!’”
- Brandon Bagley, Owner of AlphaGraphics Chandler-Gilbert Scottsdale
Introducing Seton Catholic Prep’s new softball coach
Seton Catholic Preparatory is excited to introduce Ian Rodgers as its next Head Softball Coaching as it heads into the 2024-25 school year
“We couldn’t be more happy to have Coach Rodgers as part of our program here at Seton Catholic,” Athletic Director Jim Shewbridge said. “He has been a part of building strong club programs here in the East Valley and, most importantly, is a man of integrity that plans on building upon the legacy that is Seton Catholic Softball.”
Rodgers comes to Seton Catholic having had success as a head coach in the club softball scene over the past few years, most recently with the Athletics Mercado 14U East Valley program.
Rodgers steps into a Sentinel program that has had plenty of success under 38-year head coach Jerry Mullin, who retired at the end of the 2024 season. Rodgers hopes to build off of the foundations from Coach Mullin and continue to bring success to the softball team both on and off the field.
(July ribbon-cutting recap)
4991 S Alma School Rd #4 Chandler, AZ 85248
https://caninecreek.myshopify.com/
“At Canine Creek, we pride ourselves on being more than just a pet wash; we’re a community where every customer is treated like family. Rooted in our love for America and our passion for quality, we are dedicated to providing exceptional care and products for both dogs and cats.
Our mission is to create a haven where pet owners can find everything they need to nurture their furry companions, from premium food and toys to essential supplies and expert advice. We strive to foster a welcoming environment where every customer feels valued and understood, knowing that their pets are in good hands.”
DoubleTree by Hilton to honor National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day
August 4 is National Chocolate Chip Cookie Day. In honor of the event, DoubleTree by Hilton Phoenix Chandler will be kicking off some promotional and charitable events.
On, Friday, 8/1 at 12pm, we will be “baking” some chocolate chip cookies in a car. The cookies are not for public consumption. The process will take between 2-4 hours. DoubleTree will check on the cookies at 3pm, and welcome media for a photo op.
All guests who stay over the night of 8/4 will receive a bonus of 1,938 Hilton Honors points to their existing Hilton Honors account.
Please direct any questions to Mike DiNucci, Director of Sales, 480-9614444 ext. 503 or mike.dinucci@hilton.com.
Crowne Plaza Phoenix-Chandler
Golf Resort wins TripAdvisor Travelers’ Choice Award
This award is based on the millions of reviews and opinions collected from travelers worldwide. It highlights their exceptional service, outstanding amenities, and unforgettable guest experiences that have resonated with their guests.
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The Chandler Chamber has partnered with E&M Consulting Inc. to produce our 2025 Business & Relocation Guide. The publication will be available in both print & digital formats. Print display ads include full-page spreads & enhanced directory listings with a logo & 50-word bio. Your
In front of the entire business community. Learn more
Michael M. Crow Named 2024 Brock Prize in Education Innovation Laureate
Dr. Michael M. Crow, president of Arizona State University (ASU), Tempe, AZ, has been named the 2024 Brock Prize in Education Innovation Laureate for his significant contributions in the field of education, including his role in reimagining the university as an institution that is both widely accessible and excellent in all measures.
Upon assuming the presidency of ASU in 2002, Michael Crow took this simple yet provocative idea and embarked on a mission to reanimate the purpose of higher education, shaping ASU into what is now known as the New American University. This innovative concept positioned ASU as an egalitarian, public research institution committed to access, inclusion, academic rigor, and positive societal impact.
The New American University model combines design thinking, technological innovation, and the intellectual capital of a top tier research-intensive university to dismantle barriers to education, unlock individual potential, and foster a more just, prosperous, and sustainable society. Key components of this groundbreaking innovation include the cultivation of a culture of continuous innovation, where risk-taking and entrepreneurship are not only encouraged but expected from faculty, staff, and students alike.
NXP Semiconductors in Chandler celebrates 30 years of innovation
Flags were waved, glasses raised and happy tears of reminiscence were shed at our Chandler, AZ site over the past weeks. It’s not every day that a global semiconductor giant gets to celebrate three decades of greatness! The party in late June marked the anniversary of the first silicon that shipped from NXP’s Chandler Fab back in 1994.
For Geno Fallico, VP Chandler Manufacturing Operations, this milestone served as further proof that the Chandler team is a world-class collaborative force. “I am so honored to be part of this amazing NXP team,” he said at the lively event, which brought together employees from every decade of the site’s operations. “I am delighted and appreciative of the outstanding partnership between NXP and the City of Chandler, who joined our celebrations today.”
Historic growth
NXP’s Chandler Fab has expanded steadily since its first establishment and now occupies an impressive 80-acre site, with a total manufacturing space of 200,000 sq. ft. (18,600 sq. m). Today, some 750 employees keep the fab running smoothly. Chandler is now home to two of NXP’s five front-end fabs, delivering some of our most important products and technologies. As well as the Chandler Fab, we also have the world’s most advanced Gallium Nitride (GaN) fab, the ECHO fab, opened in 2020.
Signs of success
Chandler is known by customers and colleagues alike as the source of automotive-quality (the highest benchmark of quality) output. It was here that the drive to establish a company-wide quality assurance program first began. Now known as the Total Quality Program, it began life as ‘The NXP Way,’ the assurance that the highest quality levels are a given, just how we do things … the NXP Way. And in a stroke of coincidence we were delighted to hear from the City of Chandler that a local byway will carry our name, making our mark and showing the way… you guessed it: The NXP Way!
NXP Way to go!
“It meant a great deal for employees to receive such a heartfelt and thoughtful gift from the City of Chandler,” said Geno. “We thank you for your gift and your continued support.” Now, thanks to the “NXP Way,” everyone in the city looking for quality will find that their path leads to NXP!
Inspiring loyalty
Some 200 employees have been at the Chandler site in various capacities since the very beginning of our operations there. As Geno remarked at the party, “there must be something pretty special here that keeps people around for so long!” Greg Blazek, Equipment Engineer, is one of the original team at Chandler Fab, with this year marking his last with the company, as he takes a well-earned last walk along the NXP Way. “I’m retiring this year,” he announced at the celebration. “After 43 years at the same site, it’s time to go. I’ve enjoyed the job, the opportunities and the people tremendously. I’m going to miss the challenges, the encouragement, the work, but most of all, I’m going to miss the people here at Chandler Fab.
ADOT Begins Loop 202 Improvements
By: Mayor Kevin Hartke
Our regional transportation system serves a significant role in connecting Chandler businesses and residents to the greater Phoenix area. It fosters economic prosperity and expands access to regional amenities, educational institutions, workforce talent and business opportunities.
The completion of the Loop 202 Santan Freeway in 2005 marked the culmination of the regional freeway network through Chandler. Now, nearly 20 years later, the Loop 202 is about to receive a major makeover.
The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) and its contractors, Sundt Construction and C.S. Construction, are beginning work this month on a $200 million project between the Loop 101 Price Freeway/Price Road and Val Vista Drive that will continue into 2027.
This project will add two lanes in each direction between Price Road and Gilbert Road in Chandler. One lane in each direction will be added between Gilbert Road and Val Vista Drive in Gilbert. To accommodate these additional lanes, freeway bridges will be widened over Arizona Avenue, Union Pacific Railroad and the Consolidated Canal, located east of McQueen Road.
Freeway ramps will be improved to better accommodate drivers entering and exiting the Loop 202 through Chandler. Each ramp may close for up to 60 consecutive days as the access points are widened as they connect with the freeway. ADOT plans to stagger this work to avoid closing consecutive entrance or exit ramps in the same direction. This portion of the project is planned to begin in 2025 and continue into 2026, offering businesses some time to prepare.
Initial construction activities this month and in September will focus on the removal of the freeway’s current asphalt surface and establishing work zones in the corridor. This work will result in consecutive weekend closures in August and September. Construction activities this fall also will commence on the bridge widenings previously mentioned over Arizona Avenue, the railroad and canal.
We’re working with ADOT to coordinate construction activities and traffic impacts associated with existing projects, utility improvements and private development near the freeway corridor. We recognize that there are several active construction projects underway within the Price Corridor and other segments of the community.
We’re also collaborating with ADOT to help them connect with businesses and community stakeholders to share information about the project. ADOT plans to attend the Chamber’s Public Policy meeting in October to provide members with a project briefing. In the meantime, you can visit chandleraz.gov/loop202 for easy access to ADOT’s project information and to opt in for ADOT’s project updates by email.
The difference between internships & externships
Internships are a great way to get your foot in the door of professional work. They provide opportunities to gain real life experience and often lead to more career opportunities. Internships are a way to put classroom knowledge to work in real time, helping students better expand their understanding of what they have learned. Making those connections and learning how to problem solve helps students go the extra mile in their studies, as well as prepare them for their future careers.
Creating internship programs in your business not only benefits the next generation of workers, but also strengthens your employees and hiring processes. Internship programs create a strong hiring pipeline. Since you have taken the time to train them and helped give them a foundation of skills, they make the perfect candidates for jobs you might offer. You are able to evaluate in real time their skills and abilities while they are interns. Interns are also able to improve your current employee’s workload and efficiency.
In comparison to the in-depth and hands on work internships offer, externships are a more informal, less involved option.
Externships often consist of a shadowing program where students and young people can follow the day of an experienced professional. They are focused on learning through watching. Showing externs how to do the day-to-day of a job and letting them absorb the responsibility and workload there is to take on. Externships are a great way to better understand potential industries and businesses to work in. It is a way to keep learning outside of the physical classroom. Since externships are less formal than an internship, they can last anywhere from one day to a few weeks.
Externships have many of the same benefits to employers that internships provide. Including being able to see a pool of interested potential candidates for hiring and getting to know a little about their skills and experience outside of an interview setting. While externships often happen over a shorter period of time, they still provide a way for employees to showcase their experience and give back to their community of young professionals. This creates a positive environment that students feel welcome in, bolstering excitement and enthusiasm about your business.
Internships and externships are both avenues to gain valuable professional experiences, as well as grow businesses and maintain mutually beneficial relationships with the new generation of workers. These kinds of programs are crucial to helping educate and prepare students for the workforce. They are also opportunities to increase workplace efficiency and recruiting efforts.
Boston Street construction update
Crews for the Boston Street Reconstruction Project continue work in Phase 5, with Boston Street closed to vehicular traffic from California to San Marcos through approximately August 15. Detour signage is in place to direct travelers around the closure, and pedestrian access is being maintained during this time. Staff, patrons, and deliveries accessing the Oregon Street Parking garage may do so from the south, and those accessing the alley west of San Marcos Place may do so from the north.
Scheduled to take place Wednesday, July 24, paving will take place on Boston Street, with utility adjustments (for manholes and valves), striping, and signage installation scheduled for the week of July 29. Boston Street will remain closed as crews remove, reconstruct subsurface, and reinstall brick pavers in Boston Street, just west of San Marcos Place, which is expected to take 1-2 weeks to complete.
In an effort to minimize the impacts to Downtown Chandler businesses, crews begin work at 3 a.m. each morning, working 9-hr days Monday through Thursday, and a 4-hr day on Fridays.
Carly Wakefield selected for U.S. Chamber Foundation Education & Workforce Fellowship Program
The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation has selected Carly Wakefield, Vice President of Workforce Development & Government Relations of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, to participate in the tenth cohort of its premiere business leadership program. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips leaders from state and local chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and trade associations with resources, access to experts, and a network of peers to build their capacity to address the most pressing education and workforce challenges.
“It is an incredible honor to be selected for the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s Business Leads Fellowship Program. I am excited to further develop my expertise in education and workforce development to strengthen Chandler’s economic growth,” said Carly Wakefield, Vice President of Workforce Development & Government Relations of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce.
Following a competitive application and selection process, Carly Wakefield was selected along with 34 other state and local chamber executives, economic development professionals, and association leaders to participate in the tenth class of this program. The eight-month program, consisting of both in person and virtual meetings, will cover the entire talent pipeline, including early childhood education, K-12, postsecondary education, and workforce development.
“We are thrilled to announce that Carly Wakefield has been selected as a distinguished participant in the prestigious cohort program. Her exceptional skills, unwavering dedication, and remarkable potential have earned her this well-deserved opportunity. The Chandler Chamber continues to be a catalyst and leader in Chandler on education and workforce initiatives,” said Terri Kimble, President & CEO of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce. (continued)
(continued) Upon completion, Business Leads Fellows will join the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s dedicated network of over 350 chambers of commerce and statewide associations from around the nation who regularly engage on education and workforce initiatives.
“We created the Business Leads Fellowship Program in response to the needs of our state and local chamber partners,” says Caitlin Codella Low, Vice President at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. “They, better than anyone, see the critical link between education and economic development, and we are glad to be able to support them as they take on this critical leadership role in their community.”
Downtown Chandler August 2024 Events
Travler
August 2
7:30pm-10:00pm
Fusing Middle Eastern, Celtic, Greek and Turkish styles with the power of a full blown Rock band, attending a Traveler concert is an electric event. The band is known for their impressive range, from fiery tales told with mesmerizing violin improvisations, to heart-wrenching ballads inspired by their adventures around the world.
Hotel Califorina
August 4
7:00pm-10:00pm
Join us on a trip down a dark desert highway. It’s time to check into… The Hotel California. The most successful and longestrunning show of its kind, Hotel California is the ONLY show to have ever received an “Official Authorization” to perform the Eagles music live.
Scott & Sabrina
August 9
7:00pm-10:00pm
Scott and Sabrina share a love story filled with passion, inspiration, and hope. This talented duo is known for their original music and embodying these themes in every song they perform. With powerful vocals and a captivating
stage presence don’t miss a unique and contemporary take on today’s country music.
Jaleo Latin Music
August 16
7:30pm-10:00pm
Feel the heat! With their Colombian roots and rhythmic beats, Jaleo fills the stage with pulsating sounds of bossa nova, cha cha, Afro-Cuban jazz and more! This will be a hypnotic tropical night, charged with the vibrant musical traditions of Latin America.
Gregory Porter
August 17
7:30pm-10:00pm
Two-time GRAMMYwinning singer-songwriter
Gregory Porter has a velvety voice with a vibrant, deep, poetic approach to jazz that had NPR declare him, “America’s Next Great Jazz Singer.” Fans of Nat King Cole, Stevie Wonder and Bill Withers won’t be able to resist.
The Australian Pink Floyd Show
August 18
7:00pm-10:00pm
A sell-out last season, “the gold standard” for performing Pink Floyd with note-for-note perfection returns to
Chandler. Don’t miss the music and spectacle, lasers and giant inflatable animals- everything that makes a Pink Floyd music experience.
The Sugar Thieves
August 23
7:30pm-10:00pm
Step back in time with The Sugar Thieves and experience the sultry blues roots and powerhouse delta sound that will transport you to another era. With their fresh new style and high-energy showmanship, this is a concert not to be missed. Join music enthusiasts of all ages as we dance the night away to the infectious rhythms of The Sugar Thieves.
July 2024 New Members
Consolidated Personnel Services
645 E Missouri Ave #119 Phoenix, AZ 85012 (602) 230-8940
https://cpspeo.com/
CVW T Lines
1801 W Van Buren St #100 Phoenix, AZ 85007 (602) 552-9919
https://www.cvwtlines.us/
Desert Advertising Management, LLC
1849 S Power Rd Suite 2289 Mesa, AZ 85206 (480) 309-0225
http://www.desertadmanagement.com
First Things First
4000 North Central Ave Ste 500 Phoenix, AZ 85012 (602) 771-5100
http://www.firstthingsfirst. org
Lifetime Heart & Vascular
2100 E Yeager Dr Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 699-5536
http://lifetimeheart.com
Lisa Scott, Real Estate
Professional with Good Oak Real Estate Gilbert, AZ 85295 (402) 960-4090
https://www.goodoakaz.com/ agent/lisa-scott/
Naturally Renew
6424 E Greenway Pkwy Ste 100
Scottsdale, AZ 85254 (480) 716-4878
http://www.naturallyrenew. com
Neurogen Brain Balancing East Valley
25 S Arizona Place 5th floor Chandler, AZ 85225 (602) 881-8908
https://www.nbbeastvalley. com/
Penelope Rivera Mediation and Dispute Resolution
2150 S Country Club Dr. Ste 34
Mesa, AZ 85210 (480) 250-9807
http://www.riveramediation. com
Revelashons
2895 S Alma School Road #3 Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 931-5899
http://www.Revelashons.com
Saras Micro Device
3200 W. Germann Rd. Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 550-9702
https://sarasmicro.com/
TechRec LLC
840 N Woodside Dr Chandler, AZ 85224 (309) 883-5137
http://aztechrec.com
The Thrive Designer
2088 E. Powell Pl. Chandler, AZ 85249 (480) 826-7446
http://www.thethrivedesigner.com
Wealthnest
5720 W. Chandler Blvd Ste. 4 Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 699-5275
http://wealthnest.com
July 2024 Renewing Members
Advanced Insurance
Services, Inc
Sun Lakes, AZ 85248 (402) 202-2550
https://theadvancedinsurancegroup.com/ Member for 4 years
ALB Piping Products & Services LLC
5303 E Fairview St Chandler, AZ 85226
480-753-1719
http://www.albpiping.com Member for 12 years
Arizona Central Credit Union
2020 N Central Avenue #300 Phoenix, AZ 85004
602-264-6421
http://www.azcentralcu.org Member for 10 years
Arizona Nutritional Supplements
210 S Beck Ave
Chandler, AZ 85226
480-966-9630 x4825
http://www.aznutritional.com Member for 19 years
Backfit Health & SpineOcotillo
2815 E Ocotillo Rd #4 Chandler, AZ 85249 (602) 828-1854
http://www.backfithealth.com Member for 7 years
BASIS Chandler
4825 S Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85248 480-907-6072
http://www.basischandler.org Member for 10 years
Bottle & Bean Coffee House & Wine Bar
2577 W Queen Creek Rd #100 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-265-9996
http://bottle-bean.com Member for 8 years
Cairo Drive LLC - Debra L Schinke
Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 620-8933 Member for 5 years
Casa del Nino Bilingual Montessori School
2625 W Queen Creek Rd #6 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-963-2550
http://casadelninobilingual. com
Member for 10 years
Cemex
3640 S 19th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85008 602-721-4760
http://www.cemex.com Member for 1 year
Chandler Education Foundation 1525 W Frye Rd Chandler, AZ 85224
480-224-3030
http://www.chandleredfoundation.org Member for 29 years
Chandler Elks Lodge 1775 Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85224 (480) 963-6262
https://www.elks.org/lodges/ home.cfm?LodgeNumber=2429 Member for 8 years
Chop Chandler
2625 W Queen Creek Rd Chandler, AZ 85248
480-821-0009
http://www.chopchandler.com Member for 11 year
Christian Brothers - Ocotillo 290 E Ocotillo Rd Chandler, AZ 85249 (480) 634-1443
http://www.cbac.com/store/ south-chandler-az Member for 9 years
Comfort Systems USA Southwest 6875 W Galveston St Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 940-8400
http://www.csusasw.com Member for 7 years
ConsultMent LLC
1333 W Parklane Blvd #231 Chandler, AZ 85224 (602) 785-8224
http://consultment.agency Member for 2 years
Cooper’s Hawk Winery and Restaurant
3325 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85226 (331) 233-5587
https://chwinery.com/ Member for 3 years
Crafco Incorporated
6165 W Detroit St Chandler, AZ 85226 (602) 276-0406
http://www.crafco.com Member for 39 years
Crystal Water & Ice
1020 E Pecos Rd #4 Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 687-3390
https://www.facebook.com/ ChandlerH2O/ Member for 3 years
DB Creative Design Gilbert, AZ 85234 (406) 672-9031
http://dbcreativedesign.com Member for 8 years
Dignity Veterinary Hospital & Mobile Services
4980 S Alma School Rd; #3 Chandler, AZ 85248 (480) 508-5515
http://www.dignityvethospital.com
Member for 3 years
Downtown Ocotillo
2577 W Queen Creek Rd #111 Chandler, AZ 85248 (480) 436-2353
http://dtocotillo.com Member for 9 years
EarthWise Pet Chandler 1949 W Ray Rd. #14 Chandler, AZ 85224 (602) 540-4022
https://chandler.earthwisepet.com Member for 1 year
El Dorado High School
3000 N Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 726-9536
http://www.edhswolverines. com
Member for 6 years
Ferguson Distribution Centers
675 E Queen Creek Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 (602) 300-6407
http://www.ferguson.com Member for 2 years
GEICO Gilbert
3757 S Gilbert Rd #101 Gilbert, AZ 85297 (623) 824-7010
https://www.geico.com/ insurance-agents/arizona/ phoenix/jay-harris/ Member for 1 year
Hal Timinsky - NEXA Mortgage Chandler, AZ 85249 (520) 591-0254
Member for 5 years
Homewood Suites & Hampton Inn & Suites
Phoenix Chandler Fashion Center
1221 S Spectrum Blvd Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 963-5700
http://www.phoenixchandlerfashioncenter.homewoodsuites.com & www.phoenixchandlerfashioncentersuites. Member for 1 year
HOTWORX by Pure Body Science
2040 S Alma School Road #8 Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 207-1187
https://www.hotworx.net/ studio/chandler-ocotillo Member for 3 years
ICAN Positive Programs for Youth
650 E Morelos St Chandler, AZ 85225 480-821-4207
http://icanaz.org Member for 29 years
Integra HR Consulting, LLC Apache Junction, AZ 85119 (480) 236-0081
Member for 7 years
Isagenix - Bethanny Crouse
2991 S Roca St Gilbert, AZ 85295 (970) 485-5159
http://www.ArtOfYourWellBeing.com
Member for 9 years
Keystone Law Firm
2701 W Queen Creek Rd #3 Chandler, AZ 85248 480-418-8448
http://keystonelawfirm.com Member for 9 years
Kona Ice of West Central Chandler Gilbert, AZ 85296 (480) 840-4496
http://kona-ice.com/find-akona/ Member for 3 years
L.H. Edwards & Associates, Inc. / Quality Risk Strategies PO Box 1630 Chandler, AZ 85244
480-899-4984
Member for 74 years
July 2024 Renewing Members
Lazaderm Laser & Medical
Aesthetics
2551 W Queen Creek Rd #1
Chandler, AZ 85248
480-573-7546
http://lazadermaz.com
Member for 4 years
Leidan Mitchell Salon & Spa
2177 W Queen Creek Rd Chandler, AZ 85248
480-857-4200
http://www.leidanmitchell. com
Member for 9 years
Live Love PO Box 531
Chandler, AZ 85244 (480) 758-4242
http://whatislivelove.com
Member for 8 years
My Source Media, LLC
Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 577-3523
http://www.mysourcemedia. com
Member for 3 years
National Express Transit
4600 W Camelback Rd Glendale, AZ 85301 (919) 749-5666
https://www.nationalexpresstransit.com/ Member for 11 year
Phoenix ER
3050 S Dobson Rd Chandler, AZ 85248 (480) 284-5867
http://www.PhoenixERHospital.com
Member for 6 years
Re-New Cabinets, LLC
6503 W Frye Rd #1
Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 361-3121
http://www.re-newcabinets. com
Member for 4 years
Realty Executives
2551 W Queen Creek Rd #3 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-963-6000
http://phoenix.realtyexecutives.com
Member for 8 years
Robson Reserves at Sun Lakes
9508 E Riggs Rd Sun Lakes, AZ 85248 (480) 895-4266
http://www.renaissanceretirement.com
Member for 23 years
Rock Lobster
2475 W Queen Creek Rd Chandler, AZ 85248
480-821-9000
http://www.rocklobsterrocks. com
Member for 13 years
Rogers Corporation
2225 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85224 (480) 917-6126
http://www.rogerscorporation.com Member for 27 years
RSL AZ
7560 S McClintock Dr ste 103-369
Tempe, AZ 85284 (602) 677-2734
https://www.rsl-az.com/ Member for 9 years
San Tan Memorial Gardens at Schnepf Farms
22425 E Cloud Rd
Queen Creek, AZ 85142 (480) 987-2488
http://www.SanTanMemorial. com
Member for 7 years
Sea & Smoke
2475 W Queen Creek Rd #4 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-534-7621
http://seaandsmokechandler. com
Member for 4 years
Smart Marketing, LLC
2232 E Folley St Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 570-0830
https://www.smartmarketingbiz.com/ Member for 1 year
SoHo63
63 E Boston Chandler, AZ 85225
480-878-5663
http://www.soho63.com Member for 11 year
Spike Lawrence Ventures II
2577 W Queen Creek Rd #11 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-204-8889
https://slventuresaz.com
Member for 8 years
Stephanie Walker Dentistry
3070 S Dobson Rd #1 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-855-8900
https://ocotillofamilydental. com
Member for 9 years
Sun Lakes Splash
9666 E Riggs Rd, Ste 135 Sun Lakes, AZ 85248
480-895-4506
http://sunlakessplash.com/ Member for 35 years
Tacos Chiwas
2160 N Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 590-2891
http://tacoschiwas.com Member for 5 years
Texas Roadhouse
5151 S Arizona Ave # 273 Chandler, AZ 85248 (480) 726-7427
http://www.texasroadhouse. com
Member for 2 years
The Husband and Wife Law Team
3040 E Ray Rd Phoenix, AZ 85044 (480) 214-5033
http://HusbandAndWifeLawTeam.com
Member for 5 years
The Living Room
2475 W Queen Creek Rd #11 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-855-2848
http://www.livingroomwinebar.com
Member for 14 years
The Motivated Mind Group
260 S Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 219-2875
http://www.themotivatedmindgroup.com Member for 8 years
The PH Factor Consulting Firm L.L.C.
PO Box 12033 Chandler, AZ 85248 (602) 413-0489
http://thephfactorconsultingfirm.com Member for 4 years
The Studio Academy of Beauty
610 N. Alma School Rd #38 Chandler, AZ 85224 (480) 209-6321
http://Www.tsaob.com
Member for 5 years
The Trophy Bar
2551 W Queen Creek Rd #4 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-590-2233
http://thetrophybar.com
Member for 1 year
The Wealth Stewards
8679 E San Alberto Dr Scottsdale, AZ 85258 (602) 365-0534
http://www.tws.finance Member for 7 years
TomKat Design & Real Estate
2625 W Queen Creek Rd #5 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-580-7314
http://thetomkatstudio.com Member for 2 years
TrustBank
4913 S Alma School Rd, Ste 5 Chandler, AZ 85248 (480) 778-2642
http://www.tbaz.com Member for 9 years
Vervantis Inc.
3075 W Ray Rd #120 Chandler, AZ 85226
480-741-8703
https://www.vervantis.com Member for 1 year
Vinum44-Downtown Ocotillo
2577 W Queen Creek Rd #11 Chandler, AZ 85248
602-781-3820
http://vinum55.com
Member for 9 years
Visibility Specialists
3928 E Beverly Rd Phoenix, AZ 85042 (480) 447-7836
http://www.visibilityspecialists.com
Member for 0.92 years
Von Hanson’s Meats & Spirits
2390 N Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85224
480-917-2525
http://www.vonhansonsmeats.net
Member for 20 years
Walmart #2671
1175 S Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85286
480-726-0841
http://www.walmart.com
Member for 19 years
2024 Chandler Chamber Board
Yoga’s Arc 2024 Board Chair
Immediate Past Board Chair
Incoming Board Chair 2025
Robert Sinkule
Jackson Armstrong Armstrong Hospitality
Dr. Cindy Banton AVID Consulting
Samantha Gulick Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino & Hotel
Deborah Hardy Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Kurt Johansen Western State Bank
Dan Kush Consultant
Clark Landrum Waste Management of Arizona, Inc
Colleen Flannery Chandler Unified School District
Monica Greenman Chandler Fashion Center
Ralph Guariglio Arizona Residential & Commercial Realty
Crystal Blackwell Crystal Clear Results
Terri Kimble Chandler Chamber President/CEO
Hilen Cruz SRP
Warde Nichols ASU
Morgan Carr Cox Communications
Kelly Harris Air Products & Chemicals
Nawja Khazel Edwards Vacuum
Rick Heumann CMA
Richard Amoroso Squire Patton Boggs
Robert Puller Wells Fargo Bank
Joan Saba Saba’s Western Wear
Mike McClanahan St, Vincent de Paul Chandler Chamber Community Foundation Board Chair
Mayor Kevin Hartke City of Chandler
Mark Slyter Dignity Health Chandler Regional Medical Center
Seth Tucker Price Mortgage
Chuck Wolf Caring Transitions
Russ Wood Woodrow Technology Solutions
David Ralls Commit Agency
Laura Robertson Banner Desert & Cardon Banner Ocotillo
Jerry Sanniec Laser Creations
Peter Sciacca di Sciacca Glassware & QuartHaus Brewstillery
Dunston Simpson Encompass Tek
Susan Perlman Dogtopia of South Chandler
Brian Peters Toyota Financial Services
Sally Putnam Now Financial
Ashley Shick Basha’s Family of Stores
Linda Qian Intel Corporation
Andrea Marconi Fennemore Craig Ryan Moyer Gila River Resorts & Casinos
Ambassadors
July Ambassador of the month
Kathleen Banister AZ Key Realty
I help people relocating to or from the Metro Phoenix Area. Raised in AZ, I began selling homes in Central Phoenix, followed by a career as a mortgage lender in Scottsdale. Ultimately, I chose to follow my passion for selling homes here in the Greater Phoenix Area. To better serve clients, I’ve enhanced my skills through rigorous professional education, reflected by my membership in the AZ REALTORS® Master of Real Estate Society. I am an Associate Broker, holding numerous national designations and certifications listed at linkedin. com/in/kathleenbanisterazhomes/. I serve on several committees at the local REALTOR® association, and I am a Chandler Chamber of Commerce Ambassador. All this to say, if you need a connection, please ask…there’s a good chance I can help! Find local real estate info at KathleenBanister.com
July 2024
Outstanding
Ambassadors
The Chandler Chamber’s Ambassador Program consist of a group of Chamber Members who are highly visible volunteers in the Chandler Chamber business community. Ambassadors mentor new members, assist in recruiting and retention efforts, and volunteer at Chamber functions such as Ribbon Cuttings, Networking Events and the Ostrich Festival.
Angela Baldenergo
Global Credit Union
Matthew Harding
Bobby Q’s
Lisa Kiser Copper
State Estate Planning
Renee Richeson
Signarama
Chandler
