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The Ostrich Festival is back (Page 7)
Community Update
Terri Kimble President | CEO
35 years ago, the Chandler Chamber held our first Ostrich Festival, and, since then, it has become a beloved Chandler staple. We are excited to invite you to this year’s Ostrich Festival, with two weekends of music, food, and family fun (March 14-16 & 21-23, 2025).
Day one of the Ostrich Festival starts at 2:0pm on Friday, March 14th at Tumbleweed Park, with a performance by Roger Clyne and the Peacmakers (AKA “the Springfield of the Southwest”). Each day has shows and attractions, and each night has an electric headliner from your favorite genre, including alternative, country, and pop.
For frequently asked questions about the Ostrich Festival, visit ostrichfestival.com/faq/. We cannot wait for you to see what we have in store.
Finally, be sure to nominate your favorite Chandler business, educator, public servant, and community member for the 38th Annual Chandler Chamber Community Awards! Winners will be honored at a pop art-themed ceremony at Gila River Wild Horse Pass on Thursday, May 29, 2025.
Michael Pollack Speaks on Chandler Real Estate
Downtown Chandler Events
Nominate Your Favorite Business for an Award
2025 Ostrich Festival Main Stage Lineup
Terri Kimble PRESIDENT/CEO Terri@ChandlerChamber�com
Angie Poirier DIRECTOR OF
Carly Wakefield VP
WORKFORCE & GOVT AFFAIRS Carly@chandlerchamber com
Barbara Caravella
Drew Hernandez MARKETING Drew@chandlerchamber�com
Mallery Campos BUSINESS
AREA MANAGER Mallery@chandlerchamber com
Matt Riddick BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AREA MANAGER Matt@chandlerchamber com
Chris Butler MEMBERSHIP RETENTION SPECIALIST Chris@chandlerchamber�com
Claire Hartley PROGRAMS & EVENTS COORDINATOR Claire@chandlerchamber�com
Sienna Rossini PROGRAMS & EVENTS COORDINATOR Sienna@chandlerchamber com
Grant Thompson POLICY COORDINATOR Grant@chandlerchamber�com
Hilen Cruz Manager of Strategic Engagement, Salt River Project
BOARD CHAIR 2025
The Chandler Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to bridging the gap between education and industry to strengthen the local workforce and support businesses�
Through strategic programs and initiatives, we create opportunities for students, young professionals, and employers to connect, learn, and grow� Our efforts ensure that Chandler remains a hub for talent development, equipping individuals with the skills and resources needed to thrive in today’s job market�
From scholarships that invest in future leaders to our Chandler Young Professionals network, we foster career growth at every stage� Our Education & Workforce Series provides valuable insights into industry trends, while the annual Education & Workforce Summit brings together educators, businesses, and community leaders to drive workforce innovation�
Additionally, our Executive & Industry Roundtables offer exclusive opportunities for key stakeholders to engage in highlevel discussions, shaping the future of Chandler’s workforce and economic landscape�
By uniting education and industry, we are building a stronger, more competitive Chandler business community�
Hilen Cruz 2025 Chandler Chamber Board Chair
Featured Board Members
Monica Greenman General Manager, Chandler Fashion Center
With 25 years of real estate experience, Monica has conquered the Class A high-rise management scene in downtown Phoenix� She’s been a key player on the Downtown Phoenix Partnership Board, Business Owners and Managers Association board and the Herberger Theater Center board� She completed her studies at Northern Arizona University and earned her MBA from the University of Phoenix�
Kurt Johansen Group Manager, First Interstate Bank
Kurt has lived in Arizona for more than 50 years and in Chandler since 1996� In 1989, Kurt started his banking career at United Bank of Arizona and over the past 30+ years, Kurt has remained in banking, currently working as Group Manager for First Interstate Bank� Kurt and his wife Stacy have 3 kids, all attending Chandler public schools�
Robert Puller Senior VP of Wells Fargo Auto Operations, Wells Fargo
Robert Puller, based in Chandler, AZ, US, is currently a SVP Wells Fargo Auto at Wells Fargo Auto� Robert Puller brings experience from previous roles at Wells Fargo Home Mortgage� Robert Puller holds a 1987 - 1992 Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Management and Operations @ Eastern Washington University� With a robust skill set that includes Customer Service, Banking, Credit, Risk Management, Sales and more
Sally Putnam CFP, NOW Financial
Sally Putnam is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst, founder and owner of NOW Financial, a Chandler based Financial Planning firm� She is privileged to serve her clients with any of their financial planning needs and questions� She has a passion for helping those who are going through the divorce process and assist them getting back on track financially as well as emotionally�
Calendar of Events
Wed, March 5, 2025
4:00pm - 5:00pm Ribbon Cutting: Tikka Shack
Try Indian food at 2855 W Ray Rd #1 Chandler, AZ 85224.
Thu, March 6, 2025
4:00pm - 5:00pm Grand Reopening: Christopher Fine Diamonds
Browse jewelry at 3245 W Ray Rd #4 Chandler, AZ 85226.
Fri, March 7, 2025
8:00am - 9:30am
How To Win Government Contracts
Requests for proposal (RFPs) allow businesses like yours to work with local, state, & federal governments - & we’ll tell you how to win them.
By getting a free in-person update from the Maricopa County Office of Procurement Services, we’ll connect you with the people & processes you need to become an approved vendor with different levels of Arizona government.
REGISTER HERE
Wed, March 12, 2025
8:00am - 9:00am Wake Up Chandler @ Dog Haus Biergarten
Our premier morning networking event. Bring business cards, door prizes, & a 15-second elevator pitch.
REGISTER HERE
March 2025
March 14, 15, & 16, 2025
March 21, 22, & 23, 2025
35th Annual Chandler
Chamber Ostrich Festival
The Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival is celebrated as one of the premier events in the Southwest and a valued community tradition. This family-friendly festival features a variety of national and local entertainment, stage shows, carnival rides and games, classic festival food, and interactive activities for all ages.
Headlining acts include Roger Clyne & the Peacemakers, The Fray, BRELAND, Los Rieleros Del Norte, Natasha Bedingfield, & Tyler Hubbard of Florida Georgia Line.
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Tue, March 18, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm
Sandra Watson: Driving Arizona’s Economic Future
Sandra Watson is the President & CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA): the highest-ranking economic development office in the State of Arizona.
Since Sandra started her position in 2012, she’s brought more than $67.5 billion in capital investments with the creation of more than 226,000 quality jobs across the Valley.
Hear Sandra’s story, from intern to CEO, at a collaborative event between Women In Leadership & our Policy Impact Series,
REGISTER HERE
Wed, March 19, 2025
10:00am - 11:00am
Ribbon Cutting: George & Gather
Try Chandler’s newest full-scratch kitchen at 336 S Washington St Chandler, AZ 85225.
Thu, March 20, 2025
4:00pm - 5:30pm
Business After Business
@ The Village Health Club & Spa
Currently-registered, active Chamber members are eligible for the $800 Chamber Cash Pot. Registrants must be present to win & must have registered by 12pm on February 20.
REGISTER HERE
Thu, March 27, 2025
8:00am - 9:30pm
FREE: Chamber 101
Learn about what programs & opportunities the Chandler Chamber offers - plus, meet our team, CEO, & newest members.
If you’re not a member but want to know more about what we do, then we’d love to have you.
REGISTER HERE
Sat, March 29, 2025 10:00am - 11:00am
Ribbon Cutting: The Hungry Monk
Start your weekend in a taproom at 760 W Chandler Blvd #2 Chandler, AZ 85224.
*Ribbon Cuttings sponsored
Mixers
Join us in person to promote your business to fellow Chamber members.
Pre-registration is required.
Wake up, Chandler! Business After Business
Wednesday March 12, 2025
8:00AM - 9:00AM
Dog Haus Biergarten 2780 W Chandler Blvd Ste #8 Chandler AZ 85224
Calling all early risers! Wake Up Chandler is the Chandler Chamber’s monthly morning networking event�
Be sure to practice your elevator pitch: everyone will share a 15-second spot about their business�
REGISTER HERE
House of Refuge is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization located on 20 acres in southeast Mesa, Arizona� Supporting the community since 1996, our neighborhood includes 88 two-bedroom homes that are rented to families experiencing homelessness�
Thursday March 20th, 2025 4:00PM - 5:30PM
Come for the networking� Stay for the fun�
Business After Business is the Chandler Chamber’s premiere networking event�
Currently-registered, active Chamber members are eligible for the $800 Chamber Cash Pot� Registrants must be present to win & must have registered by 12:00pm on the day of the event�
REGISTER HERE
The Village Health Club & Spa
Chamber Pot sponsored by
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Nominations closing soon for the 2025 Chandler Chamber Community Awards Community Awards
All nominations for the following categories must be submitted to the Chamber by Friday, March 7, 2025.
• Support Staff of the Year: Honoring an outstanding Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) support staff member
• Educator of the Year: Honoring an outstanding CUSD teacher
• Administrator of the Year: Honoring an outstanding educator in the Chandler area
• Red Apple Award: Honoring an outstanding educator in the Chandler area
• Chamber Chamber Community Foundation Scholarships: $2,500 towards tuition & fees at Chandler-Gilbert Community College
• Ambassador of the Year: Honoring a highly-visible volunteer in the Chandler Chamber business community
• James R. Snedigar Public Service Award: For a member of Chandler public safety who goes above & beyond the call of duty
• Veterans’ Advocate of the Year Award: For a business that has made valiant efforts to support veterans of the United States Armed Force
• Standing Ovation Award: For an innovative business or individual
• Chamber Cup: For a business who has made significant contributions to the Chandler Chamber community
• Community Cup: For a business who has made outstanding contributions to the Chandler community
• Business of the Year Awards (Micro, Small, Medium, Large): For outstanding businesses who have provided significant contributions not only to the Chandler Chamber but to the entire Chandler community
The Community Awards event will take place on Thursday May 29, 2025 at Gila River Hotels & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass. Stay tuned for more event details.
Arizona works when childcare works
By Lisa Ciolli, First Things First, Chandler Workforce Development Council member
In Arizona, on average, businesses lose $2,020 per working parent annually through reduced revenue and extra hiring costs, according to a study funded by the Helios Education Foundation. The study commissioned a survey of working parents of children birth to age 5 in Arizona.
The lack of accessible and affordable child care can wreak havoc on parents’ work lives. More than half of parents report being late for work, leaving work early or being distracted due to childcare problems. Nearly two-thirds reported missing a full day of work, while 28% of parents have quit their jobs due to childcare problems. These impacts on employees also impact businesses and their bottom line.
This crisis is affecting families that need child care to work. Working parents are a critical part of the U.S. labor supply. About 11% of workers in the U.S. have a child under age 5 at home. That translates to about 474,000 working parents with children under age 6 in Arizona. And 60% of young children live in households where all adults work, which means many may need child care.
Demand far exceeds supply.
A recent study by the Bipartisan Policy Center showed that in our state, about 304,000 young children may need child care, but only 230,000 childcare openings exist.
So what can Chandler businesses do?
Businesses can work towards attracting top talent especially for working families. Family friendly benefits can help increase retention rates as businesses lose $958 million annually in turnover and productivity.
Working families need reliable and affordable child care and their children need highquality care so that we can prepare our next generation of the workforce. Every child, regardless of where they live or their family’s income or who cares for them, deserves great care that sets them up for success.
Chandler Chamber Leadership Institute has officially begun
The Chandler Chamber Community Foundation Leadership Institute is back in action! Class 41 participants came together for Orientation last month, where the class had the opportunity to participate in a number of leadership development workshops and activities focusing on enhancing their leadership skills.
This year’s class is led by Class 40 participants who completed their first year of the program in 2024. Planning and leadership efforts of Class 40 are spearheaded by our four Quad-Chairs who have gone above and beyond, continuing to serve within the Leadership Institute Program and bring great content and learning opportunities to Class 41.
Class 40 Quad-Chairs
• Kelsey Balint, Salt River Project
• Tom Speaks, West USA Realty
• April Valleir Schulken, Chandler Unified School District
• Matthew Wekell, Dignity Health
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Post your open positions on Chandler’s job board
As a perk of Chamber membership, anyone at our Business-level or higher can post jobs on our website.
This is the way to reach the East Valley talent pool, since, like our online membership directory, our job board ranks high on Google.
Part-time, full-time, contract work - if you need a position filled, we can help you get there.
How to add a job
Arizona State Legislature Update
As the Arizona Legislature’s 57th session reaches its midpoint, the Chandler Chamber remains actively engaged in shaping policies that impact our business community. With over 1,800 bills introduced, we continue to advocate for probusiness legislation while opposing measures that could hinder economic growth.
Utilizing our “How We Stand” legislative guide, members of the Chamber’s government affairs team review bills with the goal of advocating for probusiness legislation while opposing harmful policies & regulations. Although not all bills ultimately benefit the business community, the Chandler Chamber collaborates with policymakers to ensure perspectives from businesses, both large and small, are considered on issues before the legislature.
The Chandler Chamber has identified several high priority bills this session that could significantly impact the business community.
HB2704 – Develops a funding source for the reconstruction, equipment, repair, maintenance, or enhancement of Chase Field, Home of the Arizona Diamondbacks, by the County Stadium District.
HB2677 – Establishes that middle school students can take CTE courses to help them prepare for the workforce.
HB2683 – Requires businesses to accept cash up to $100.
SB1069 – Increases the business personal property tax exemption from $207,000 to $500,000
SB1215 – Regulates litigation financing to ensure parties retain control and to prevent conflicts of interest.
SB1539 – Exempts clean room equipment from personal property taxation and adjusts the tax base.
HCR2003 - Permits school districts to exceed the Aggregate Expenditure Limit (AEL) for fiscal year 2026, allowing them to use their existing funds without being constrained by state spending caps.
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Chandler offers great quality of life, services and safety
By: Mayor Kevin Hartke
Chandler residents expressed high levels of satisfaction with their quality of life, services received and community’s safety through our annual budget survey.
Residents provided their thoughts about the community and its future by sharing feedback regarding city services, amenities and infrastructure that are important to their quality of life. The survey resulted in 1,343 participants, and 2,474 comments that are available for public review at chandleraz.gov/budget.
Key insights gathered from the survey responses include:
• 99 percent of respondents felt positively about the quality of life in Chandler
• 100 percent agree that Chandler’s Fire Department provides quality care
• 97 percent of respondents agree that they feel safe in Chandler
• 96 percent were satisfied with overall city services
• 94 percent agreed that there is a good return on their tax dollar
Some common themes among the comments provided include:
• Gratitude for attracting a variety of businesses, particularly in the technology and semiconductor industries
• Support for a mix of housing options, including single-family homes, town homes and condos
• Continued support for police patrols and presence
• Appreciation for the variety and accessibility of parks and recreation centers while maintaining existing facilities
• Backing water conservation efforts
We reviewed the survey results last month during the first in a series of work sessions to formulate Chandler’s capital improvement program and operating budget for next fiscal year. Sound budgeting practices with strong reserves and a structurally balanced budget support our city’s financial stability.
Our budget process equips the City Council to provide high quality services and infrastructure with the lowest sales tax rate in Arizona and maintain utility service costs among the lowest in the Valley.
We continue to monitor national and state economic indicators and evaluate impacts on our financial projections. These factors include the potential impacts of tariffs and a pause of federal grants for public housing programs and related services.
Our local economic growth is projected to remain steady as employers expand and building permits valued at $150 million are issued. Chandler’s residential tax base continues to expand as our population has increased nearly 13 percent since 2017.
I’ll update the Chandler Chamber members as our budget process continues as well as address the resident bond committee’s recommendations for investments in city infrastructure, facilities and equipment in a future column.
Super Star Car Wash to celebrate National Car Wash Day
Super Star Car Wash is pleased to announce that they will be celebrating National Car Wash Day with a Super Star Scratch & Win Weekend giveaway for their customers. The best part? Every scratchcard includes a prize or car wash discount, which means every single customer is a winner.
On Saturday, March 29 and Sunday, March 30, everyone who brings their vehicle in for a wash at any Arizona Super Star Car Wash location will receive a scratchcard – while supplies last.
Prizes include Disneyland trips, Diamondbacks Tickets, Meta Quest 3s, Apple AirPods Headphones, Topgolf Gift Cards, Target Gift Cards, FREE 6-month Super Protect Car Wash Memberships, Free Super Protect Car Washes, and 50% OFF Super Protect Car Washes.
Chandler Police Week Fundraiser on March 23, 2025 at Bourbon Jacks
This event, hosted by the Chandler Law Enforcement Association, will be from open to close and 15% of all sales will go directly to our charity, which serves to give back to our officers and their families in times of need.
National Police Week is celebrated every year in May in Washington, D.C. This event will be hosted early to have an opportunity to raise money to send more officers to Washington D.C. to honor Chandler and America’s fallen heroes. This fundraiser will also support officers’ families who have died in the line of duty and specifically the nine officers who have died while serving the people of Chandler.
Kyrene uses bond sale to save taxpayers millions
Kyrene Elementary School District will be issuing its first bond sale from the $161M bond approved by voters in the November 2023 election. The Kyrene Governing Board voted at its February 25 meeting to approve the sale, which will provide the district with approximately $43M to cover capital projects for the next three years, including:
• Safety and security upgrades
• Replacement of aging school buses
• Maintenance of playgrounds, fields, parking lots and other facilities
• Technological improvements, ranging from computers to fire alarm systems
• Building maintenance, such as roofing and HVAC system repairs or replacements
For these types of projects, only a fraction of Kyrene’s costs are covered by state funding. School needs far exceed the available funding, so the district relies heavily on voter-approved bonds and overrides to provide safe, healthy learning environments. Kyrene would not be able to keep facilities in the condition they are in today without voter support.
The Governing Board also voted to refinance approximately $40M of outstanding bonds in order to save taxpayers roughly $2M. Kyrene takes fiscal responsibility and public trust seriously, and the district is always seeking opportunities to save taxpayers money. The funds will be used to refinance old bonds at a better interest rate, which will mean lower tax rates in the future for the Kyrene community.
100% of the savings and benefit of refinancing goes to taxpayers in the form of lower rates, and through bond refinancing, Kyrene has saved taxpayers almost $8M over the course of a decade.
Kyrene allocates the vast majority of bond dollars to schools. On average, 96% of bond funds directly support students and maintain schools, while a very small percentage is used to maintain office facilities and other work environments.
Downtown Chandler Events
Downtown Chandler Farmers Market
March 1, 8, 15, 22, & 29 2025 @ 9am - 1pm
Dr. A.J. Chandler Park West 3 S. Arizona Ave.
Featuring dozens of local farmers, gourmet food vendors, and artisans - fun for the whole family!
Downtown Chandler BBQ Festival
March 1 & 2, 2025
178 E Commonwealth Ave Chandler, AZ 85225
Get ready for two days of beer sippin’, whiskey tastin’, music listenin’, game playin’, and barbeque eatin’.
The Reunion Truck Show
March 8, 2025 @ 8am - 4pm
Dr. A.J. Chandler Park East Stage Plaza
This event is for classic 1998 and older GM/Chevy, Ford, Dodge and Mini Trucks. Enjoy vendors, food trucks, and live music hosted at Dr. A.J. Chandler Park East Stage Plaza and the 5-story Jonathon Parking garage.
DRUMline Live
March 8, 2025
@ 7:30 - 10pm
Chandler Center for the Arts
250 N Arizona Ave
Experience the larger-than-life sights and sounds of DRUMline Live The incredible vibrancy and energy of marching bands from the Historically Black Colleges and Universities will have you on your feet.
Chandler Chamber Ostrich
Festival
March 14, 15, 16, 21, 22, & 23, 2025
Tumbleweed Park
745 E Germann Rd Chandler, AZ 85286
The Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival is back for another year of family-friendly fun, national entertainment, carnival midway, delicious food, curated vendors, and OSTRICHES!
The Wizard of OZ
March 14 & 15, 2025
@ 7:30 - 10pm
Chandler Center for the Arts
250 N Arizona Ave
Inspired by the beloved movie classic, a vibrantly costumed cast and a live onstage orchestra will have you singing along to all of your favorite songs.
March 2025
American Red Cross Blood Drive
March 15, 2025 @ 9am - 2pm
Hilton Garden Inn
150 S Arizona Ave
As a thank-you, all donors who successfully give will receive free A1C testing (health insight commonly used to screen for prediabetes/diabetes) & a $10 Amazon Gift Card by email.
Celtic Spells Featuring Mairead Nesbitt
March 16, 2025 @ 3-6pm Chandler Center for the Arts
250 N Arizona Ave
Witness the poignant tale of forbidden love in early 1900s Ireland told through a moving production of Celtic dance and music.
International
Guitar Night
March 30, 2025 @ 9am - 2pm
Dr. A.J. Chandler Park West
Come down for this FREE car show surrounded by all the charm of Downtown Chandler.
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Meet our new & renewing members (March 2025)
The Chandler Chamber represents 175,000 business employees from over 1,700 East Valley businesses, so we’re shouting our new and renewing members in March 2025.
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New members
Clean H20 Pros
2301 E Yeager Dr Ste. 4 Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 486-8018 cleanh20pros.com
Everhome Chandler
3200 W Willis Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 409-9447 choicehotels.com/arizona/ chandler/everhome-suiteshotels/
Floor Daddy, LLC
3910 S Rural Rd Ste. 104 Tempe, AZ 85282 (602) 313-3000 floordaddy.com
Forward Integrative Health
4909 S Alma School Rd Ste. 4 Chandler, AZ 85248 (480) 562-5618 forwardintegrativehealth.com
George & Gather
336 S Washington St Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 390-8467 georgeandgather.com
Hungry Monk 1760 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85224 (480) 963-8000 hungrymonkaz.com
Manatu Melie LLC
(801) 657-9031
2777 S Arizona Ave Unit 3131 Chandler, AZ 85225 instagram.com/manatumeliellc
Paseo Vista Archery Club, Inc.
3850 S McQueen Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 459-9790 paseoarchery.org
Pearson Moving & Storage 720 N Golden Key, C1-2 Gilbert, AZ 85233 (888) 412-2407 pearsonmoving.com
Reconciled It Inc
1310 W Drivers Way Ste. 101 Tempe, AZ 85284 (480) 420-3168 reconciled.com
RISE Modern Wellness
7131 W Ray Rd Ste. 25 Chandler, AZ 85226 (541) 678-2068 risemodernwellness.com
Round One Entertainment Inc
dba Round1 Bowling & Arcade
3177 W Chandler Blvd Ste. 4 Chandler, AZ 85226 (623) 473-0889 round1usa.com
Steelyard Dental Care
5095 S Gilbert Rd Ste. 7 Chandler, AZ 85249 (623) 262-0307
steelyarddentalcare.com
Tikka Shack Indian Grub
2855 W Ray Rd Ste 1 Chandler, AZ 85224 (480) 617-9516 tikkashack.com
Wagner Cyber Management
5539 W Notch Hill Rd.
Laveen, AZ 85339 (480) 262-1689
wagnercybermanagement.com
XLS Business Solutions
1490 S Price Rd Ste. 113
Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 705-4834
xlsbusinesssolutions.com
Renewing members
Advanced Insurance Services, Inc
Sun Lakes, AZ 85248 (402) 300-4321
theadvancedinsurancegroup. com
Member for 5 years
AlphaGraphics of Chandler
2221 W Pecos Rd, Ste 10 Chandler, AZ 85224 (480) 289-5478
chandler.alphagraphics.com Member for 11 years
Andretti Indoor Karting and Games
1712 S Cooper Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 (623) 303-7233
andrettikarting.com/chandler Member for 1 year
Auto Cosmetics
500 N. 56th St Ste. 1 Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 331-7905
autocosmetics.org
Member for 4 years
Axom Integrated Solutions
3133 W Frye Rd Ste. 101 Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 631-3102 axomsolves.com
Member for 3 years
Benjamin F. Edwards & Co.
2745 S Alma School Rd, Ste 4 Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 566-6422
benjaminfedwards.com
Member for 8 years
CertaPro Painters Business and Commercial Services
PO Box 956 Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 (623) 518-6467
glendale.certapro.com Member for 5 years
Chandler Symphony Orchestra PO Box 6475 Chandler, AZ 85246 602-582-7374
chandlersymphony.com Member for 21 years
Chandler/Gilbert Family YMCA 1655 W Frye Rd Chandler, AZ 85224 480-899-9622
valleyymca.org/chandler-gilbert Member for 50 years
Commit Agency
58 W Buffalo St, Ste 200 Chandler, AZ 85225
480-921-3220
commitagency.com
Member for 9 years
Cox Communications
1550 W Deer Valley Rd Phoenix, AZ 85027
623-328-4199
cox.com/phoenix
Member for 41 years
Cox Sandoval Law, PLLC
575 W Chandler Blvd, Ste 229 Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 405-2416
coxsandoval.com
Member for 6 years
Crowne Plaza PhoenixChandler Golf Resort
1 San Marcos Pl Chandler, AZ 85225
480-812-0900
sanmarcosresort.com
Member for 50 years
Dignity Health East Valley
Rehabilitation Hospital
1515 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85224
602-594-5407
dignityhealthevrehab.com
Member for 9 years
Edward Jones Financial
Advisor Jake Nance
3210 S Gilbert Rd Ste 3 Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 895-3254
edwardjones.com/us-en/ financial-advisor/jake-nance
Member for 1 year
Eye Care Professionals
2860 S Alma School Rd, Ste 28 Chandler, AZ 85248
480-732-9040
eyecareprofessionalsaz.com
Member for 16 years
Famous Dave’s Legendary Pit
Bar-B-Que
3250 W. Frye Rd. Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 782-1212
famousdavesbbq.com
Member for 22 years
First Baptist Chandler
3405 S Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85248 480-963-3439
fbc.net
Member for 32 years
FirstBank
2020 S Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 963-0600
efirstbank.com
Member for 16 years
Foster Electric-Arizona Pump & Equipment Co.
490 E Frye Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225
480-963-5416
fe-azp.com
Member for 30 years
Hensley Beverage Company
4201 N 45th Ave
Phoenix, AZ 85031
602-264-1635
hensley.com
Member for 10 years
Hilton Garden Inn Chandler Downtown
150 S Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85225 (623) 471-8400
hgichandler.com
Member for 5 years
Hometown USA
565 W Chandler Blvd Ste. 110 Chandler, AZ 85225
602-361-5053
hometown-usa.com
Member for 8 years
Hyatt Place Phoenix/Chandler Fashion Center
3535 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85226
480-812-9600
hyatt.com/en-US/hotel/arizona/ hyatt-place-phoenix-chandlerfashion-center
Member for 29 years
Membership
International Resource Seekers
Sun Lakes, AZ 85248
858-222-1832
internationalresourceseekers. com
Member for 6 years
Kelly Jorn Cook, DDS
3800 W Ray Rd, Ste 19 Chandler, AZ 85226
480-899-4477
kellyjorncook.com
Member for 20 years
Kumon of Chandler Ocotillo
3165 S Alma School Rd
Chandler, AZ 85248 (480) 895-9530
kumon.com/chandler-ocotillo
Member for 2 years
Lou Malnati’s Pizzeria
2815 S Alma School Rd Ste 15 Chandler, AZ 85286
480-561-5350
loumalnatis.com
Member for 3 years
Mahogany Xan Communications
P.O. Box 11824
Chandler, AZ 85248
480-495-2484
mahoganyxan.com
Member for 2 years
My Errand Ally
Chandler, AZ 85249
602-499-5042
myerrandally.com
Member for 8 years
New Edge Science Academy
673 W Aster Ct
Chandler, AZ 85248 (480) 628-2060
newedgescience.com
Member for 1 year
Nirman Healthcare Technologies
906 W Glenmere Dr
Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 399-2409
nirmanhealth.com
Member for 6 years
NOW Financial
2450 S Gilbert Rd, Ste. 205 Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 245-6829
nowfinancialaz.com
Member for 13 years
Payne Roofing
2225 W Pecos Rd #2 Chandler, AZ 85224 (480) 988-9250
payneroofingaz.com
Member for 6 years
Peixoto Coffee
11 W Boston St Ste 6 Chandler, AZ 85225
480-275-2843
peixotocoffee.com
Member for 10 years
Phoenix Sky Harbor
International Airport
2485 E Buckeye Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85034
602-273-3300
skyharbor.com
Member for 6 years
Pro-Energy Electric, LLC (602) 738-5766
700 W. Bentrup St. Chandler, AZ 85225
proenergyelectric.com
Member for 7 years
Recreo Cantina
28 S San Marcos Place
Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 590-0009
recreoaz.com
Member for 3 years
Recruiting Connection
6130 W Shannon St Chandler, AZ 85226
480-600-2312
recruitingconnection.com
Member for 5 years
Serrano Orthodontics (480) 899-1633
800 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85225
serranoorthodontics.com
Member for 2 years
Service First Insurance
1820 E Ray Rd
Chandler, AZ 85225
(480) 930-4155
sfiarizona.com
Member for 7 years
Sicilian Butcher Chandler
3151 W Frye Rd Chandler, AZ 85226
480-573-8550 thesicilianbutcher.com
Member for 5 years
The UPS Store #4060
975 E Riggs Rd, Ste 12 Chandler, AZ 85249
480-782-9211
theupsstorelocal.com/4060
Member for 6 years
Thirsty Lion Gastropub & Grill (Concept Entertainment Group)
3077 W. Frye Rd Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 786-5799
thirstyliongastropub.com/ arizona
Member for 5 years
Tryst Cafe
4205 S Gilbert Rd #1 Chandler, AZ 85249
480-656-1011
trystcafe.com
Member for 7 years
VB Cosmetics Inc.
6511 W Frye Rd Ste. 7 Chandler, AZ 85226
480-814-8300
dazzledry.com
Member for 30 years
Waste Connections of Arizona
DBA RAD - Right Away Disposal
3755 S Royal Palm Rd Apache Junction, AZ 85119
480-983-9100
wasteconnections.com/arizona
Member for 10 years
Wayne V. McMartin American Legion Post 91 922 N Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85224
480-855-3268
azlegion91.org
Member for 17 years
We Buy Houses Arizona
1959 S. Power Rd. Ste 103-256 Mesa, AZ 85206 (480) 444-2274
webuyhousesarizona.com/webuy-houses-in-chandler-az Member for 3 years
WeKoPa Casino Resort 10438 N Fort McDowell Rd Scottsdale, AZ 85264 (480) 789-5300
wekopacasinoresort.com
Member for 18 years
ZenBusiness 5511 Parkcrest Dr Ste. 103 Austin, TX 78731
(512) 765-4985
zenbusiness.com/arizona-llc Member for 4 years
2025 Chandler Chamber Board of Directors
Hilen Cruz SRP 2025 Board Chair
Murphy Cordier Casale Axel PLC Legal Counsel
Terri Kimble Chandler Chamber President/CEO
Marconi Fennemore Craig Incoming Board Chair 2026
Robert Sinkule Yoga’s Arc Immediate Past Board Chair
Andrea
Jackson Armstrong Armstrong Hospitality
John Bauer Dignity Health Chandler Regional
Kathleen Banister AZ Key Realty
Crystal Blackwell Crystal Clear Results
Samantha Gulick Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino & Hotel
Colleen Flannery Chandler Unified School District
Danielle Goodman Intel Corporation
Monica Greenman Chandler Fashion Center
Steve Greenhalgh Arizona Pest Prevention
Ralph Guariglio Arizona Residential & Commercial Realty
Dr� Deborah Hardy Chandler-Gilbert Community College
Morgan Carr Cox Communications
Kelly Harris Air Products & Chemicals
Rick Heumann CMA
Joe Albano Tilson
Richard Amoroso
Mike McClanahan St, Vincent de Paul Chandler Chamber Community Foundation Board Chair
Chuck Wolf Caring Transitions
Christian Weninger NeverNot Social
Seth Tucker Price Mortgage
Peter Sciacca di Sciacca Glassware & QuartHaus Brewstillery
Jacqueline Sandoval Southwest Gas Corporation
Dunston Simpson Encompass Tek
Ashley Shick Basha’s Family of Stores
David Ralls Commit Agency
Sally Putnam Now Financial
Robert Puller Wells Fargo Bank
Warde Nichols ASU
Kurt Johansen First Interstate Bank
Dan Kush Consultant
Clark Landrum Waste Management of Arizona, Inc
Susan Perlman Dogtopia of South Chandler
Brian Peters Toyota Financial Services
Mayor Kevin Hartke City of Chandler
Ryan Moyer Gila River Resorts & Casinos
Shelley Mayes Banner Health
Ambassadors
February 2025 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.
February 2025 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.
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