PRESIDENT | CEO UPDATE

PRESIDENT | CEO

What a way to start 2023! Meet the Elected Officials Legislative Breakfast was a sold-out crowd welcoming over 60 elected officials. This is always one of my favorite Chamber events as it brings together business, community and government for a productive meeting of the minds! Our elected officials shared a brief overview of their 2023 legislative agendas; as an advocate for business, we want to keep you informed on the issues that affect business at the local, state, and federal levels of government.

During the coming year, you will see a broad range of programs that will keep you updated on issues and relevant topics, such as February’s Policy Impact Series featuring Legislative Districts 12 & 13 delegations and Arizona’s top 2 political consultants, Chuck Coughlin and Chad Campbell. The Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion committee is strategically planning programs to educate our members and developing resources to share with the community. The Education & Workforce committee is planning educational workshops surrounding the partnerships between schools and booming workforce industries. And, the Women in Leadership committee is thinking outside of the box to bring innovative speakers to you!

Speaking of programs and events, the Ostrich Festival is right around the corner: March 16 – 19. We know everyone loves to attend, but there are so many ways you can be involved with sponsorship and volunteering. We have some fabulous music and entertainment lined up! As always, the rides are spectacular, the food is delicious, and the entertainment is out of this world.

As you can see, the Chandler Chamber’s programming for the coming year touches many facets of our businesses, our schools and community. We offer something for everyone and we hope that you will take advantage of our exciting programs and events that we design with our community in mind.