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November 2025

Community Update Terri Kimble President | CEO

The holiday season is here, and it brings with it one of my favorite traditions of the year: celebrating our local businesses.

Every shop, café, salon, and service provider in Chandler represents someone’s dream brought to life through hard work, long hours, and community support. When we choose to shop small, we are doing so much more than making a purchase. We are investing directly in our neighbors, supporting local jobs, and helping to build a stronger, more resilient Chandler.

Small Business Saturday is a perfect reminder of how much local businesses give back to our community. They are the ones donating to school fundraisers, sponsoring youth sports, and greeting customers by name. They are also the ones who create the unique experiences that make Chandler feel like home. This season, I encourage you to take the time to explore our local boutiques, dine at our family-owned restaurants, and discover the artisans and makers that give our city its personality.

Shopping small is not just an economic choice; it is a statement of community pride. Every dollar spent locally helps keep our city vibrant and ensures that the businesses we love are still here next year. Whether you are buying a gift for someone special or planning a holiday dinner, remember that those moments are made possible by the small business owners who pour their hearts into what they do.

As we look forward to a new year filled with growth and opportunity, I want to extend my gratitude to our business community for your dedication and creativity. Chandler thrives because of you. Let’s continue to support one another, celebrate local success stories, and keep our community strong during this joyful season.

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Gen Z: Your Next Competitive Advantage

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Powering the Future: Workforce Summit Recap

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Chewy Vet Care expands to Arizona

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The Story of Desert Soul Media

Table of Contents Message from the Board Chair ������������������������������������������������������� 4 Board Member Spotlights ���������������������������������������������������������������� 5 Calendar of Events ������������������������������������������������������������������������������� 6 EVENT: Chandler 100 ��������������������������������������������������������������������������7 EVENT: 2026 Tri-City Economic Update ��������������������������������������7 Leadership Institute Recap �������������������������������������������������������������� 8 Ribbon Cutting Recap ���������������������������������������������������������������������� 11 November Networking Events �������������������������������������������������������12 Leads Group ������������������������������������������������������������������������������������������13 Sponsorship Opportunities �������������������������������������������������������������14 Workforce News ����������������������������������������������������������������������������������16 EVENT: Summit Recap ���������������������������������������������������������������������17 Letter From Mayor Kevin Hartke ���������������������������������������������������18 Member News ���������������������������������������������������������������������������������������18 EVENT: City Bus Tour ������������������������������������������������������������������������19 Member News ��������������������������������������������������������������������������������������20 Leadership Inst. Applications Open! �������������������������������������������21 EVENT: 2026 Meet the Elected Officials �����������������������������������24 EVENT: 24th Annual Breakfast with the Governor ���������������25 Downtown Chandler Events �����������������������������������������������������������29 New Chamber Members ���������������������������������������������������������������� 30 Renewing Chamber Members �������������������������������������������������������31 Board of Directors �����������������������������������������������������������������������������35 Ambassador Spotlight ���������������������������������������������������������������������37 Chandler Chamber Sponsors ��������������������������������������������������������38

Terri Kimble PRESIDENT/CEO Terri@ChandlerChamber.com Carly Wakefield VP OF WORKFORCE & GOVT AFFAIRS Carly@chandlerchamber.com Barbara Caravella SPECIAL PROJECTS MANAGER Barbara@chandlerchamber.com Haydn Janus SENIOR BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER Haydn@chandlerchamber.com Grant Thompson POLICY COORDINATOR Grant@chandlerchamber.com Chey Tor BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AREA MANAGER Chey@chandlerchamber.com Raven White MARKETING & EVENTS COORDINATOR Raven@chandlerchamber.com Seth Standage POLICY & RESEARCH COORDINATOR Seth@chandlerchamber.com Sena Bengu MARKETING COORDINATOR Sena@chandlerchamber.com

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One of the Chamber’s most anticipated events each year is our Annual Bus Tour, taking place this year on December 9th.

This event offers something truly unique for our members and community partners: an up-close look at the future of Chandler.

Attendees will explore new developments, innovation corridors,

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and expansion projects that are shaping the city’s next chapter of growth. It is more than a tour; it is an interactive experience that allows participants to see firsthand how Chandler continues to evolve as a leader in business, technology, and community development.

From new business parks to revitalized retail areas, the tour

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highlights the investment and vision driving Chandler’s continued success. Attendees also get the chance to hear from city leaders, developers, and entrepreneurs who are making these projects possible.

The Annual Bus Tour is not only informative but also inspiring. It is a rare opportunity to connect with fellow professionals, exchange ideas, and envision how these developments will impact our workforce, our neighborhoods, and our future economy.

As Board Chair, I am especially proud of how the Chandler Chamber continues to bridge the gap between innovation and community connection. Events like the Bus Tour reflect the Chamber’s commitment to helping members stay informed and engaged with what is ahead for our city. I invite you to join us on December 9th to experience Chandler’s growth in motion and to see why our community remains one of the most dynamic and forward-thinking in Arizona.

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Hilen Cruz 2025 Chandler Chamber Board Chair

Featured Board Members Delaney Russell

Government Affairs Advisor, Southwest Gas Corporation Community-minded Government Affairs Advisor at Southwest Gas, dedicated to ensuring our safe, reliable, and affordable natural gas service fuels our communities’ growth and uplifts those we serve. Driven by the opportunity to give back and strengthen the communities where we do business.

Dr. CJ Wurster President, Chandler-Gilbert Community College A first-generation college graduate, holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership and Master’s in Administration from Northern Arizona University, and a B.S. in Criminal Justice from RIT, where he captained the men’s basketball team. A graduate of The Chair Academy and AACC Future Leaders Institute, he’s originally from central New York and has lived in Phoenix for over 20 years. He enjoys spending time with his wife and daughters.

Dunston Simpson Senior Managing Partner, Encompass Tek He has over 20 years’ experience unleashing sales talent both as an individual contributor, trainer, and now as a technology leader for Encompass Tek. Dunston enjoys family, friends, and is always pursuing experiences worthy to the communities he serves and traveling abroad. Additionally, over the past 12 months, Dunston has transformed his ability to connect with those virtually and volunteering time with current and future entrepreneurs.

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Calendar of Events

November 2025

Wed, Nov. 5, 2025 8:00am -9:00am

Thurs, Nov. 13, 2025 4:00pm - 5:30pm

Thurs, Nov. 20, 2025 5:00pm - 8:00pm

Wake Up Chandler @ Arena 23 Sports Amusement Park

Business After Business @ Ocotillo Golf Club

Chandler 100: State of the Business Community @ Quantum Helicopters

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. Enjoy the food and take advantage of the opportunity to promote yourself.

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Wed, Nov. 5, 2025 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Ribbon Cutting @ First Western Bank Please join us as we celebrate the opening of First Western Bank with a Chandler Chamber Ribbon Cutting.

Bring your business cards, be prepared to work the room, talk about your business and promote yourself.

Enjoy the atmosphere, the food, and take advantage of the opportunity to talk with like-minded people.

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Mon, Nov. 17, 2025 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Ribbon Cutting @ J. Alexander’s Please join us as we celebrate the opening of J. Alexander’s Restaurant with a Chandler Chamber Ribbon Cutting.

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Sat, Nov. 8, 2025 10:15am - 11:15am

Ribbon Cutting @ Taroko Sports

Tues, Nov. 18, 2025 11:30am - 1:00pm

Women In Leadership Luncheon

Please join us as we celebrate the opening of Taroko Sports with a Chandler Chamber Ribbon Cutting.

Women in Leadership meet on a monthly basis to meet the needs and enhance the development of women on their professional journey.

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Sat, Nov. 8, 2025 10:45am - 11:45am

Ribbon Cutting @ ManiKIRA Fine Nail Art Please join us as we celebrate the opening of ManiKIRA Fine Nail Art with a Chandler Chamber Ribbon Cutting.

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Meet the city’s biggest companies at one of Chandler’s largest annual galas Chandler had an incredible year, with companies expanding and new international companies opening in our backyard. What better way to celebrate than Chandler 100: a party for our city’s biggest employers & a great opportunity to connect with industry leaders & C-suites executives.

Nosh on food from some of Chandler’s best restaurants. Take your pick of Arizona’s finest wines.

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Chandler Chamber Leadership Institute Day Recap Leadership Institute participants spent the day exploring Chandler’s commitment to keeping the community safe.

The class visited the Public Safety Training Center and Police Department, gaining firsthand insight into the work of Chandler’s police officers, firefighters, and emergency personnel.

From training simulations to discussions with department leaders, participants learned how collaboration and innovation keep Chandler one of the safest cities in Arizona.

Sponsored by:

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Chamber News

Congratulations to Michael A. Pollack The Business Arts Award honors a firm that provides exceptional expertise, support, or services to the arts in the greater Chandler community.

Michael A. Pollack is the president and founder of Pollack Investments, one of Arizona’s most respected privately held commercial property owners and operators based in Mesa, Arizona.

Pollack Investment specializes in all aspects of retail, commercial, multi-family, and single-family real estate including the ownership, management, construction and leasing of diverse selections of real estate projects throughout California, Arizona, and Nevada.

Pollack Investment has been the title sponsor for several CCA concerts and underwrites free tickets for youth, ensuring young people have access to live musical experiences.

Thank you to Michael A. Pollack Real Estate Investments for inspiring the next generation of art patrons, leaders and artists.

Support your Local Small Businesses on Saturday, Nov. 29th!

You’ll find over 75 unique, locally owned businesses right in the heart of Downtown Chandler.

Support your local businesses today by shopping at local stores, leaving positive reviews, promoting local businesses, and attending local events!

Check out our full list of indepentenly owned and operated businesses: Small Business Saturday List For more information, go to page 10.

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Chamber News

How to Support Small Businesses in November

As we look back on October and approach the holiday season, it is important to remember that November is an important month, not only for the large companies set to benefit from the annual Black Friday rush, but also for the small businesses that play a critical role in our community.

Not only is November National Entrepreneur Month, but it also hosts Small Business Saturday, taking place on the 29th of November. Beginning in 2012, National Entrepreneurship Month highlights the incredible work done by individuals starting their own business; emphasizing the challenges and rewards that such an endeavor entail. In the spirit of the season, November is the perfect time to support the entrepreneurs and small businesses that have become a staple of Chandler’s business landscape.

Small Business Saturday, taking place on November 29th, seeks to continue this spirit of celebration for our small businesses. This holiday was established in 2010 by American Express to encourage holiday shoppers to buy local and support the small businesses within their communities. Small Business Saturday quickly grew in popularity and was recognized by Congress just one year after its inception, enabling local businesses to experience the same holiday shopping rush as many larger retail organizations participating in Black Friday.

Chandler is home to a diverse collection of small businesses that provide a wide variety of services and goods, giving residents an assortment of opportunities to support local businesses this month. To plan your November shopping spree, head to the Chandler Chamber’s business directory and see how our members can help meet your shopping needs.

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October ribbon cutting recap Spiced Up Smoothie Bar

Agege Bites

Pregnancy Care Center

1909 E. Ray Rd. Ste #5 Chandler AZ 85225 spicedupsmoothies.com

961 W Ray Rd #2 Chandler AZ 85225 agegebites.com

1901 E Northrop Blvd Chandler AZ 85286 flooranddecor.com

Leadership Class 41 Legacy Project

A-List Barber Stylist Studio

Vybe Restaurant

1368 N Arizona Ave #112-115 Chandler, AZ 85225

3150 N Alma School Road #3 Chandler AZ 85224 alistbarberstyliststudio.com

2301 S Stearman Dr, Chandler, AZ 85286 vybechandler.com

KeenStack

Chandy’s Candies

3075 W Ray Rd, Suite #139 Chandler, AZ 85225 keenstack.com

7131 W Ray Rd #32 Chandler AZ 85226 chandyscandies.com

Ribbon cuttings sponsored by

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November networking events

Wake up, Chandler!

Business After Business Sponsored by

Sponsored by Chamber Pot sponsored by

Wednesday Nov. 5, 2025 8:00AM - 9:00AM

Arena 23 Sports Amusement Park

2031 N. Arizona Ave Suite 15 Chandler, AZ 85225

This is a great opportunity to grow your business. Be prepared to give a 15 second commercial about your business.

Meet, connect, and network with other members.

Hear from our event sponsor, WaFD Bank!

Learn more about the featured non-profit, Rowell Ranch. Please bring a door prize to give away.

Register This month’s nonprofit spotlight Rowell Ranch is family-run sanctuary providing rescued farm animals with lifelong care, love, and freedom while promoting compassion, education, community.

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Thursday Nov. 13, 2025 4:00PM - 5:30PM

Ocotillo Golf Club 3751 S. Clubhouse Dr. Chandler, AZ 85248

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 $300 Chamber Cash Pot. Registrants must be present to win & must have registered by 12:00pm on the day of the event.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

2026 Sponsorship Opportunities As the Chandler Chamber of Commerce embarks on another exciting year of growth and collaboration, we invite you to join us in making a lasting impact on our community. At the Chandler Chamber, we believe that partnerships are the cornerstone of progress, and we are thrilled to present a range of sponsorship opportunities.

We are excited to present a range of sponsorship opportunities, including but not limited to:

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Community Awards Chandler 100 Business Awards Annual Golf Tournament Networking Events Education & Workforce Women in Leadership Industry Specific Roundtables Public Policy And many more

To find out about current opportunites, please email info@chandlerchamber.com.

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Workforce

Crystal Clear Workforce Strategy: Gen Z = Speed, Innovation, Results Written by Crystal Blackwell, Chair, Chandler Workforce Development Council Gen Z isn’t a trend; they’re a talent strategy. When you bring Gen Z into your business, you gain fresh eyes, digital instincts, and fearless curiosity that moves work forward. They question what no longer serves, streamline clunky steps, and turn ideas into quick pilots. They care about purpose, equity, and results—my kind of leaders in the making.

At Crystal Clear Results (CCR), our Gen Z team members raise the bar every day. They bring diverse thought, smart technology shortcuts, creative problem-solving, and a genuine openness to coaching. That mix shows up as faster cycles, cleaner processes, and better client experiences—and it’s measurable.

How to hire—and keep—them: • Onboard with meaning: connect day-one tasks to real customers and outcomes.

• Coach in short cycles: weekly touchpoints using SBI and “Now What?” keep progress clear.

• Make growth visible: microlearning, skill badges, and stretch assignments they can own.

• Offer flexibility with accountability: hybrid options, clear goals, and trust.

• Build belonging: invite their voice, credit ideas out loud, and mentor across generations.

• Recognize in real time: fair pay, timely praise, and transparent expectations.

• Co-create solutions: let them beta-test tools and lead pilots—then scale what works.

Here’s the Crystal Clear takeaway: hiring Gen Z is a performance play, not a PR move.

Pair their curiosity and tech savvy with inclusive leadership and practical development, and you’ll see speed, innovation, and resilience ripple across your business.

Invest, coach, and partner—and watch your culture and results level up. Together.

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Summit Recap

The Chandler Chamber’s Powering the Future Summit brought together business leaders, educators, and policymakers for a forward-looking conversation on the future of workforce, innovation, and education in our region. Attendees explored solutions to today’s most pressing challenges, from closing the skills gap to embracing emerging technologies that are reshaping industries. Through dynamic panel discussions and collaborative dialogue, participants gained practical insights into building stronger talent pipelines and creating partnerships that drive economic growth.

The event underscored Chandler’s role as a leader in preparing Arizona’s workforce for the opportunities of tomorrow.

Thank you to our speakers!

Joe O’Reilly Sarah Richardson Haley Fagerlie CJ Wurster Sabrina Pina

Vanessa FonescaChavez Michael De La Torre Brad Wright Fady Avades

Wendy Nance Sheila Stafford Anupama Nataraj Andrea Marconi Colleen Flannery

Thank you to our sponsors!

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Mayor’s Article

The Big Impact of Small Businesses in Chandler By: Mayor Kevin Hartke When people discuss Chandler’s economy, many picture our thriving technology sector and advanced manufacturing companies. But the heartbeat of our community lies in the thousands of small businesses that power our economy every day. Small businesses aren’t just part of our economy; they form our identity.

From family-owned companies to innovative startups, small businesses generate opportunities across every sector while keeping our economy diverse and resilient. Nearly 90 percent of Chandler businesses are small businesses, employing our residents, supporting our tax base and creating the unique character that makes Chandler such a vibrant place to live, work and visit.

The City of Chandler and the Chandler Chamber of Commerce are proud to provide a strong support network with resources that help entrepreneurs and small business owners launch, grow and scale their businesses.

Guidance through our Small Business Resources program connects business owners with financing options, training, mentoring and tools for growth. For startups, Chandler provides dedicated support in areas like licensing, permitting and access to collaborative spaces and programs through the ASU Chandler Innovation Center that help new ideas thrive.

Our workforce development programs strengthen both businesses and the workforce by assisting employers find the talent they need and helping residents access rewarding training and career opportunities.

As we near years end, I encourage residents to support our small businesses. Shopping local is more than a consumer choice; it’s an investment in Chandler’s future. Every dollar spent here stays here, which fuels jobs, reinvestment and community growth. Programs like Choose Chandler have made it easy to explore local shops, restaurants and experiences that enrich our community.

This holiday season, consider our local businesses for your holiday shopping, team gatherings and client gifts. By supporting small businesses, we strengthen the very foundation of Chandler’s economy and ensure that our community remains a place where businesses of all sizes can thrive.

Looking to start, grow or strengthen your business? These resources are here to help.

• Chandler Small Business Resources: Guidance on financing, mentoring, training and growth tools.

• Resources for Startups: Support with licensing, permitting and innovation spaces.

• Choose Chandler through Visit Chandler: Promote your business and connect with local customers.

Learn more at ChandlerAZ.gov/Small-Business-Resources and ChandlerChamber.com.

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Member News

Chewy Vet Care Expands to Arizona, Redefining the Veterinary Experience

Chewy, the beloved pet brand, is bringing its signature blend of compassion, innovation, and convenience to Arizona with the opening of Chewy Vet Care Chandler. Located at 3355 W Chandler Blvd, Ste 2, this new veterinary practice marks Chewy Vet Care’s debut in Arizona, specifically the Phoenix metro area—a region known for its deep love of pets and high standards for their care.

Chewy Vet Care reimagines what a veterinary visit can be. Designed by veterinarians, every detail centers around comfort, transparency, and connection. The Chandler location introduces a first-of-its-kind treatment viewing window, allowing pet parents to observe their pets receiving care in real time—a hallmark of Chewy’s commitment to building trust.

Technology plays a starring role, too. Personalized room monitors greet each family with their pet’s photo and Care Team details, while Chewy’s digital Pet Portal offers 24/7 access to records, prescriptions, and post-visit updates. The environment itself promotes calm with soft lighting, non-slip floors, and soothing colors designed to reduce anxiety for both pets and their people.

Beyond the exam room, Chewy Vet Care connects seamlessly to Chewy’s broader ecosystem—including Chewy Pharmacy, Autoship, Connect with a Vet, and PetMD— delivering an integrated approach to pet wellness. As Mita Malhotra, President of Chewy Health, notes, “We look forward to delivering the personalized care and convenience that our customers have come to love and expect from Chewy, now in a best-in-class veterinary practice in Chandler.”

Interested in meeting the team? Schedule an appointment or join for their Open House Pawty on Saturday, November 8 from 11:00 am – 2:00pm. The free event will feature personalized giveaways, treats for pets & their people, pet-friendly photobooth moments, practice tours, and more! RSVP via Eventbrite here.

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Member News

Celebrating Culture, Community, and Creativity: The Story of Desert Soul Media Founded in 2015, Desert Soul Media, Inc. (DSM) is Arizona’s first only Black owned public media company. We are a locally controlled non-profit media arts organization currently operating Desert Soul Creative Studios, KRDP 90.7FM and KRDP+.

Desert Soul Creative Studios are creative public media spaces intentionally located in digital deserts around Arizona. We created media literacy opportunities for youth, elders and families with live and in-studio learning opportunities.

KRDP Community Radio (90.7 FM), named “Best Radio Station” in 2024 and “Best Community Radio Station” in 2025 by the Phoenix New Times, is a public radio station, offering jazz, blues, soul, specialty music programming, and public affairs and cultural content not heard on other Valley radio stations.

KRDP+ is our podcast service featuring exclusive locally produced content from voices in the Valley. Creating opportunities for creatives to distribute content across 65 radio stations nationwide and across streaming services.

Our broadcast signal covers more than 500,000 radio listeners and we average more that 4,000 listeners on our streaming services monthly. On 90.7FM, which can be heard in the East Valley, we broadcast locally news and events. We feature live local independent artists through our live community broadcasts.

Congress defunded the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, a major funding source of support for public radio stations like KRDP. We are turning to local businesses for financial support. Did you know 87% of listeners support public radio sponsors and 78% of listeners think positively of public radio station sponsors?

We look forward to connecting with Chandler Chamber and discovering a new path forward serving the East Valley.

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Kovach Scales Up: New Chandler Headquarters Marks a Bold Step Forward Kovach Enclosure Systems, a long-established leader in the design and construction of innovative building enclosure systems, has signed a new lease to continue growing its operations in Chandler. The company will occupy 190,475 square feet across two buildings at the recently redeveloped Chandler Freeways Business Park, located at 6955 W. Morelos Place, near the intersection of Interstate 10 and Loop 202 in West Chandler.

Kovach has been in Chandler since 1970 and currently employs 365 people. The new space will serve as the company’s headquarters and is more than 50% larger than its current location in Chandler. It also offers modern, state-of-the-art industrial facilities designed to meet the company’s evolving operational needs.

Chandler fab to produce Intel’s most advanced US-made semiconductor technology Intel recently announced big news by sharing plans to enter high-volume production later this year for its Panther Lake chips, the company’s first product built on Intel 18A, said to be the most advanced semiconductor process ever developed and manufactured in the United States. Panther Lake is being manufactured at Fab 52, Intel’s new, state-of-the-art factory here in Chandler.

Fab 52 is Intel’s fifth high-volume fab at its Ocotillo Campus in Chandler. This facility is reported to produce the most advanced logic chips in the U.S. and is part of the $100 billion Intel is investing to expand its domestic operations, which includes Fab 62 in Chandler still under construction.

The new Fab 52 builds upon Intel’s legacy of R&D and manufacturing advancement and represents a major milestone as a leading-edge U.S. foundry for the AI era.

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Member News

Opus breaks ground on differentiated Class A speculative industrial development in Chandler Opus announced earlier this month that construction has started on Envision 56, a twobuilding, speculative industrial project near the intersection of North 56th Street and West Chandler Boulevard. The 125,000-square-foot development offers smaller tenants the rare opportunity to move into a state-of-the-art, single-user building.

Envision 56 is an eight-acre infill project in an industrial area on Chandler’s west side, just blocks from Interstate 10 and Loop 202.

2025 Wreaths Across America Event The time is fast approaching for the 2025 (Tenth Annual) Chandler Wreaths Across America Day event, which will be held at the Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery. The event is scheduled for the 2nd Saturday in December, which is December 13th this year.

The Chandler event began, and continues, as an Exchange Club of Chandler event; however, over the years other organizations such as the Chandler Elks Lodge #2429, the Exchange Club of Phoenix, and American Legion Post 35 and Post 91 have become involved in the effort to honor and remember the approximately 3,200 veterans buried at the Valley of the Sun cemetery. We are still shy of our goal of 3,200 wreaths and will need your help to achieve our goal of placing a real balsam wreath on each veteran’s grave.

The annual event consists of laying out the real balsam wreaths and a memorial ceremony. Volunteers will begin gathering around 8:30 a.m. (there will be coffee, hot chocolate, and donuts available). The laying of the wreaths will begin at 9:20a.m. Each wreath symbolizes the commitment to remember and honor our nation’s veterans and teach our children about freedom and the sacrifice required to maintain our freedom.

There will be an educational activity for children to help them learn about veterans. As wreaths are laid, we ask that the volunteers respectfully remember the veteran by saying the veteran’s name aloud. The formal ceremony will start at 10 a.m. the wreaths on the snow-covered cemetery went viral.

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Member News

2025 Wreaths Across America Event cont.

Wreaths Across America got its start in 1992 when the Worcester Wreath Company had a surplus of 5,000 wreaths. The company sought and received permission to place the wreaths at Arlington National Cemetery. It really took off in 2005 when a photograph of the wreaths on the snow-covered cemetery went viral.

Wreaths Across America is now a national project. Last year over 3 million veterans were remembered and honored with wreaths at over 4,600 locations nationwide and WWII Cemeteries in Europe.

Valley of the Sun Mortuary and Cemetery has been proudly serving the Chandler and the East Valley of the Phoenix area since 1963. For more than 50 years, their commitment to the community and area veterans has been to provide respectful and caring service.

If you are able, please sponsor a wreath before November 28th go to www.wreathsacrossamerica.org/AZ0084P – it costs just $17 to sponsor a wreath.

Please tell a friend, too.

If you are available to join us on Saturday, December 13th, please come to the Valley of the Sun Cemetery on Chandler Heights Rd (between Arizona Avenue and Alma School Rd).

NOTE: On the following Saturday, December 20th, we are asking for volunteers to help take the wreaths up. You are welcome to take wreaths home. The remaining wreaths will be transported to the military cemetery up in Cave Creek. If you have a pickup truck and would like to help, please join us at 9:00am on the 20th.

For additional information, contact Mark Whitaker at whitakerml@msn.com or cell phone 703.447.7950. ....................

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Downtown Chandler Events

November 2025

“Off the Clock” Pride in Chandler Industry Night - Sunday Nov. 15, 2025 | 4:00pm - 8:00pm Dr. A.J. Chandler Park - East Nights 3 S Arizona Ave November 2025 | 7:00pm 1:00am The Uncommon 1 E Boston St Join us at The Uncommon bar every Sunday night for “Off the Clock” from 7pm to 1:00am.

We’ll have free pool open all night and a DJ for music entertainment. Come join us for our drink & food specials.

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Dorrance Dance Nov. 1, 2025 | 7:30pm - 10:00pm Chandler Center for the Arts 250 N Arizona Ave Grammy-winning artist Ledisi, known for her expressive voice and commanding stage presence, celebrates the music of Dinah Washington in a night of jazz and soul.

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Join Chandler Pride in celebrating the LGBTQ+ community in Chandler! The festival will have food, face painting, music, and vendors set up for a day full of fun and pride!

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Menopause the Musical 2: Crusin’ Through Change Nov. 15, 2025 | Starts at 3:00pm Chandler Center for the Arts 250 N Arizona Ave The ladies of Menopause The Musical are back - this time on a cruise! Join four friends for a high-seas adventure packed with hilarious parodies of classic hits from the 70s - 90s laugh-out-loud moments, and heartwarming sisterhood.

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Visit the Chandler Chamber website for more information

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Membership

Meet our new & renewing members (October 2025) The Chandler Chamber represents 175,000 business employees across the East Valley, so we’re announcing our new and renewing members in October 2025.

New members 28 Gorilla Engineering 12 S San Marcos Pl Chandler, AZ 85225 (803) 574-3095 28gorilla.com

Chewy Vet Care Chandler 3355 W Chandler Blvd #2 Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 564-4928 chewy.com/chandler

29Tech 250 S Arizona Ave, Ste. 1 Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 634-7248 29tech.com

Desert Sky Home Watch Service LLC 853 E Constitution Dr Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 600-3338 desertskyhomewatchservice. com

AAMCO Transmissions 6948 W Chandler Blvd #7 Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 705-0996 aamcoahwatukee.com Breeze Med Spa 4225 S Gilbert Rd (480) 262-9218 Chandler, AZ 85249 breezemedspaaz.com

Dronecam Imagery 3243 S Miller Dr Chandler, AZ 85286 (480) 452-2622 dronecamimagery.com Fairway Independent Mortgage | Daisy Garza Jardine 11811 N Tatum Blvd #2700 Phoenix, AZ 85028 (480) 452-7557 fairway.com/lo/daisygarza-1245950

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Focal Point Business and Executive Coaching Gilbert, AZ 85296 (480) 532-7435 jeffsmith.focalpointcoaching. com Law Office of Bradley J. Biggs, PLLC 100 W Boston St #5, Suite 7 Chandler, AZ 85225 (480) 297-5709 biggs-law.com LUV2U Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 254-4284 luv2u.com Realty ONE Group | Yulianna Kendzer 3100 W Ray Rd #101 Chandler, AZ 85226 (480) 468-0211 yuliannakendzer. myrealtyonegroup.com

Membership Survival Flight, Inc. 50 N McClintock Dr #1 (480) 275-4900 Chandler, AZ 85226 survivalflightinc.com

Tiffany Foundation 10249 E Elmwood Dr (602) 300-5859 Sun Lakes, AZ 85248 thetiffannyfoundation.org/

Copper Brim Hat Co. 180 S Arizona Ave #110 (480) 269-4738 Chandler, AZ 85225 copperbrimhatco.com

Wilde Wealth Management Group 3200 W Ray Rd #101 (480) 361-6203 Chandler, AZ 85226 wildewealth.com

Renewing members 4Ever Young Anti-Aging Solutions (480) 805-4144 670 N 54th St Suite 2 Chandler, AZ 85226 4EverYoungChandler.com Member for 1 year Advanced Materials Technologies - AMT-America (602) 443-1403 7030 W Oakland St Ste. 103 Chandler, AZ 85226 amt-america.com Member for 3 years Arizona Elite Properties (480) 899-9010 2425 S Stearman Dr #120 Chandler, AZ 85286 arizonaeliteproperties.com Member for 4 years

Arizona Priority Care (480) 499-8700 585 N Juniper Dr, Ste 200 Chandler, AZ 85226 azprioritycare.com Member for 14 years

Buena Vista Health and Recovery (480) 500-8179 3033 S Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85286 buenavistarecovery.com Member for 5 years

AV Dimensions, Inc. (480) 684-1013 PO Box 12780 Chandler, AZ 85248 avdimensions.com Member for 17 year

Caring Transitions (480) 257-7127 Chandler, AZ 85224 caringtransitionscentralaz.com Member for 6 years

AZ AutoMasters (480) 592-9677 4122 W Venus Way, Ste B Chandler, AZ 85226 azautomasters.com Member for 8 years

Chandler AZ Sister Cities (480) 782-4358 PO Box 1474 Chandler, AZ 85244 chandlerazsistercities.org Member for 13 years

Back On Track Chiropractic (480) 963-0504 2051 W Warner Rd, Ste 1 Chandler, AZ 85224 backontrackaz.com Member for 22 years Visit us online at ChandlerChamber.com

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Membership Chandler Center for the Arts (480) 782-2680 250 N Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85225 chandlercenter.org Member for 26 years

Cruise Planners - Starry Night Dream Travel (630) 742-6017 Chandler, AZ 85286 starrynightdreamtravel.com/ Member for 2 years

Chandler Rotary (602) 509-2122 PO Box 841 Chandler, AZ 85244 chandler-rotary.org/ Member for 3 years

Crust Simply Italian (480) 917-4903 10 N San Marcos Pl Chandler, AZ 85225 crustrestaurants.com Member for 10 years

Chick-fil-A - South Chandler (480) 895-2002 3871 S Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85248 chick-fil-a.com/locations/az/ arizona-ocotillo Member for 9 years

DBSI (602) 264-7263 6950 W Morelos Pl Chandler, AZ 85226 dbsi.com Member for 2 years

Comtech Telecommunications Corp.

(480) 333-2200 305 N 54th St Chandler, AZ 85226 comtech.com Member for 3 years

Downtown Chandler Cafe and Bakery (480) 855-3212 40 S San Marcos Pl Chandler, AZ 85225 dccafeandbakery.com Member for 14 years

Member for 4 years

EXP Realty - Tabitha Spivey (602) 363-6412 2820 S Alma School Rd #18-289 Chandler, AZ 85286 linkedin.com/in/tabitha-spivey8268a42/ Member for 5 years

Crafco Incorporated (602) 276-0406 6165 W Detroit St Chandler, AZ 85226 crafco.com Member for40 years

Ferguson Distribution Centers (602) 495-8300 675 E Queen Creek Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 ferguson.com Member for 3 years

Contract Furnishings Mart (602) 563-8101 3150 N San Marcos Pl Chandler, AZ 85225 cfmfloors.com

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Feringhee Modern Indian Cuisine (480) 534-7178 3491 W Frye Road Chandler, AZ 85226 flawlessfacesaz.com Member for 4 years Flawless Faces Medical Spa (602) 622-7000 3165 S Alma School Rd Ste. 29 Chandler, AZ 85248 flawlessfacesaz.com Member for 6 years GM Financial (480) 281-9215 1975 S. Price Rd. Chandler, AZ 85286 gmfinancial.com/en-us/contact. html Member for 1 year Greenlink Human Capital Management (480) 385-2525 890 W Elliot Rd Ste 107 Phoenix, AZ 85233 greenlinkhcm.com/ Member for 2 years Heidi’s Events & Catering, Inc. (480) 491-5254 2095 W 15th St Tempe, AZ 85281 heidisevents.com Member for 24 years

Membership Hot Sauce Window Cleaning (480) 243-6790 19007 East Happy Road Queen Creek, AZ 85142 hotsaucecleaning.com/ Member for 1 year Liquid Caterers (formerly Couple of Bartenders) (480) 788-8363 3145 E Chandler Blvd Ste 110-532 Phoenix, AZ 85048 liquidcaterers.com Member for 10 years Majestic Neighborhood Cinema Grill (520) 213-8129 4955 S Arizona Ave Chandler, AZ 85248 majesticPHX.com Member for 9 years Marriott Phoenix Chandler (480) 732-1600 1600 S Price Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 marriottphoenixchandler.com Member for 6 years Mesa Gateway Airport Authority (480) 988-7600 5835 S Sossaman Rd Mesa, AZ 85212 gatewayairport.com Member for 9 years Modern Physical Therapy (502) 619-3362 100 S McClintock Dr #100 Chandler, AZ 85226 getmodernmedicine.com Member for 2 years

Oro Express Chandler Pawn & Gold (480) 844-2989 1950 N Arizona Ave Ste 5 Chandler, AZ 85225 oroexpresschandler.com/ Member for 9 years Peace of Mind Dental PLLC (480) 608-5444 936 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85225 pomdental.com Member for 5 years Phoenix Title Loans (480) 844-3785 1950 N Arizona Ave Ste 5 Chandler, AZ 85225 phoenixtitleloans.com/chandler/ Member for 9 years Picnic Specialties (480) 345-0400 7304 W Chicago St, Ste 101 Chandler, AZ 85226 picnicspecialties.com Member for 13 years Porter Roofing (480) 460-7602 PO Box 93296 Phoenix, AZ 85070 porterroofinginc.com Member for 15 years Russ Lyon Sotheby’s International - Christopher Tiller (602) 561-1346 Chandler, AZ 85286 sothebysrealty.com/russlyonsir/ Member for 1 year

SanTan Sun News (489) 898-6500 1900 W Broadway Rd Tempe, AZ 85282 chandlernews.com/ Member for 29 years Scheels - Chandler (480) 676-6855 3199 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85226 scheels.com/store?StoreID=026 Member for 3 years Spin the Bottle!

(480) 590-3392 105 W Boston St Chandler, AZ 85225 spinthebottleaz.com Member for 1 year Sun Valley Solar Solutions (480) 689-5000 3225 N Colorado St Chandler, AZ 85225 sunvalleysolar.com Member for 14 years TechnicaX LLC (602) 726-3839 1767 E Queen Creek Rd Ste. 4 Chandler, AZ 85286 technicax.com/ Member for 5 years The East Valley JCC (480) 897-0588 908 N Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85224 evjcc.org Member for 12 years

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Membership Three Dog Bakery (480) 275-4496 1085 W Queen Creek Rd. Ste 5 Chandler, AZ 85248 threedogstores.com Member for 2 years TruWest Credit Union (480) 857-4500 1990 W Elliot Rd Chandler, AZ 85226 threedogstores.com Member for 22 years Unwired Engineering (866) 943-4489 PO Box 11037 Chandler, AZ 85248 unwiredengineering.com Member for 12 years

Valley Bloom - formerly Assistance League of East Valley (480) 792-1600 2326 N Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85224 valleybloom.org Member for 20 years

Wyatt Aerospace (602) 635-1955 380 E Chilton Dr Chandler, AZ 85225 wyattaerospace.com Member for 6 years

WAFD (480) 633-5547 675 S Cooper Rd Ste 103 Gilbert, AZ 85233 wafdbank.com/locations/ arizona/gilbert Member for 2 years

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2025 Chandler Chamber Board of Directors

Terri Kimble

Andrea Marconi

Robert Sinkule

Richard Amoroso

SRP 2025 Board Chair

Chandler Chamber President/CEO

Fennemore Craig 2026 Board Chair

Yoga’s Arc Immediate Past Board Chair

Murphy Cordier Casale Axel PLC Legal Counsel

Jackson Armstrong

Kathleen Banister

John Bauer

Crystal Blackwell

Dr. Mike De La Torre

Armstrong Hospitality

AZ Key Realty

Common Spirit Dignity Crystal Clear Results Health Chandler Regional Medical Center

Danielle Goodman

Steve Greenhalgh

Monica Greenman

Ralph Guariglio

Samantha Gulick

Intel Corporation

Arizona Pest Prevention

Chandler Fashion Center

Arizona Residential & Commercial Realty

Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino & Hotel

Kelly Harris

Morgan Hernke

Rick Heumann

Kurt Johansen

Dan Kush

CMA

Enterprise Bank & Trust

Hilen Cruz

Air Products & Chemicals

Cox Communications

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Chandler Unified School District

Consultant

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Clark Landrum

Shelley Mayes

Ryan Moyer

Warde Nichols

Susan Perlman

Waste Management of Arizona, Inc

Banner Health

Gila River Resorts & Casinos

Arizona State University

Dogtopia of South Chandler

Brian Peters

Robert Pizorno

Robert Puller

Sally Putnam

David Ralls

Toyota Financial Services

The Pizorno Law Firm PLC

Wells Fargo Bank

Now Financial

Commit Agency

Delaney Russell

Peter Sciacca

Ashley Shick

Dunston Simpson

Seth Tucker

Southwest Gas Corporation

di Sciacca Glassware & QuartHaus Brewstillery

Basha’s Family of Stores

Encompass Tek

Price Mortgage

Christian Weninger Chuck Wolf

Dr. CJ Wurster

NeverNot Social

Chandler-Gilbert Community College

Caring Transitions

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Mike McClanahan

Mayor Kevin Hartke Joan Saba

St, Vincent de Paul City of Chandler Chandler Chamber Community Foundation Board Chair

Saba’s Western Wear

October 2025 Ambassador of the month Crystal King Arbonne International

Crystal is originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania area and spent 22 years in Beaverton, Oregon before relocating to Chandler, Arizona.

Since 2007, she has helped clients build healthy, sustainable lifestyles through Arbonne by teaching simple wellness habits and offering personalized plans.

Ambassadors

As a Chamber Ambassador and mentor, she connects people and supports local businesses.

Outside of work, Crystal is passionate about special needs advocacy and animal rescue efforts.

October 2025 Outstanding Ambassadors Chandler Chamber Ambassador are highly visible volunteers in the East Valley 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.

Renee Richeson

Signarama Chandler

Kathleen Banister

AZ Key Realty

Leslie Vogt

Steven M Vogt, CPA

Glen Riensche Advanced Insurance Services

Meet our ambassadors Visit us online at ChandlerChamber.com

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