Chandler Chamber CONNECT January 2022

CHANDLER CHAMBER

Information for Business | Residents | Tourists JANUARY 2022

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Be More.

Do More.

Have it all.

You’re Invited

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Meet the Elected Officials Register Today

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Bestway to Open in Chandler Our Community

Be More. Do More.

CHANDLER CHAMBER Terri Kimble PRESIDENT/CEO

Have it ALL. NOW

Women In Leadership Event

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Terri@ChandlerChamber.com

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Barbara Caravella DIRECTOR OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & SERVICES

Barbara@ChandlerChamber.com

Lauren Knutson BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

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lauren@chandlerchamber.com

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Molly@ChandlerChamber.com

Daniel Bernal

daniel@chandlerchamber.com

Lyle@chandlerchamber.com

101 W Commonwealth Ave. Chandler, AZ 85225 info@ChandlerChamber.com

ChandlerChamber.com

Get Social @ChandlerChamber

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Update

17 Ostrich Festival

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Thank You Jane

5 Meet Your Match Job Fair 6 New Members 6 Renewal Members 8 2022 Chamber Board 10 Non-Profict Spotlight

Lyle Bonfigt

CREATIVE DIRECTOR

480.963.4571

16 Economic Development

Mayor Hartke Editorial

DATA & DIGITAL COORDINATOR

Get in Touch!

Message from new Board Chair

Welcome to the Team

Molly Magill

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS AND STRATEGY

Article and member information submissions will be considered for publication if received by the 15th of each month for the following month’s edition.

CEO Update

FANS Across America

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Meet the Elected Officials

14 Leadership Institute 12 Calendar of Events 13 Leads Groups 13 Ribbon Cuttings 14 Member News

Bestway to Open

19 Ambassadors 20 Leadership Institute 20 Community Awards 20 Mixers 22 Sponsors

COUNTDOWN TO

OSTRICH FESTIVAL

67 DAYS

The Chandler Chamber of Commerce supports business and our community by providing vital programs and services that attract and retain business while embracing our diversity.

PRESIDENT | CEO

UPDATE

PRESIDENT | CEO

Terri Kimble CEO

@terri_kimble

2021 has been a memorable year as we adjust to our “new normal.”

While we still faced unusual challenges, the Chandler Chamber was innovative and resilient, driving to keep the Chandler business community on solid footing. We learned to think differently and that out-of-the box initiative will continue to drive us into 2022.

In 2021, the Chandler Chamber continued to implement numerous programs and services to cultivate and solidify our relationship with not only our members, but all businesses in Chandler as we work together during the pandemic.

We have gained knowledge, we have changed in the face of adversity, and we have gained the tools and the means to make 2022 a positive journey.

The events of the past few years have demonstrated that the diverse challenges we faced as a nation are truly complex and require an effort to ensure that every person realizes the opportunity for justice. The Chandler Chamber stands behind our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion series to bring us all together, sharing and educating so that we may understand and appreciate each other.

Our goal for 2022 is to keep pursuing recovery for our region, focus on our mission of providing unparalleled support for our businesses and to strengthen our community – now and in the future.

2021 AT A GLANCE

5,122 business pulse survey participants

95%

with of respondents from businesses with 50 or less employees

Largest Member Business Input Survey responses in Chamber history

99.5%

with a rating with the Chandler Chamber

1,216 participants in Chamber lead

Business Roundtable

discussions with key community leaders Launched first Chamber

DEI Certification with over 3,000 hours of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Training for Community Business Leaders

4,927networking program and events attendees (virtual and in-person) with

95%

participants having less than 50 employees

#ChandlerChamber #BusinessStrong

Created for community solidarity and pushed out through social media, email, Chamber website in conjunction with new logo and branding Business Resource Portal Impact:

95,678

Social Media Reach:

1,938,722 Connected

178 COMMUNITY PARTNERS with Meet Your Match Virtual Hiring Fairs with 1817 Job Seekers to date

62 ribbon cuttings/ ground breakings

LEGISLATIVE: 171 days of session 1892 bills introduced by legislators

446 bills signed into law

23.5% of introduced bills became law

41 Chamber

supported bills signed into law

2 Chamber School Overrides passages 1 Chamber supported

City-Wide Bond Passage Visit us online at ChandlerChamber.com

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great focus for the Chamber. s I enter into my role as the Chair for Our How We Stand Document will be the Chandler Chamber, I look forward to our guiding principle when working with working with all of the great members of our elected officials, whether at the federour organization. al, state or city level. We will be presenting As we continue to navigate the COVID informative sessions on things that are challenges, know that important to our memyour Chamber CEO bership. This being an Terri Kimble, myself, and election year, we will be our incredible Board of doing our City Mayor and Directors will be here to We will be Council forum and enhelp you work through the We will also offering incredible dorsements. continuing challenges that be doing other candidate programs and we will be facing during interviews. We are working these ever-changing times. on revamping our process information for We will be offering with new guidelines for you to access... incredible programs and the process and positions information for you to we will be involved with. access, to find necessary Our Ostrich Festival information to guide you returns this spring with and your business to a not just one weekend, more profitable future. We will continue but two exciting weekends of fun, food, to have our monthly events, including rides, and amazing entertainers. This is Wake Up Chandler, Business after Business, always a big undertaking and our Ostrich Women in Leadership events, and many Festival Committee does an amazing job. other programs that Terri Kimble and her They can’t do this without all the incrediamazing and hardworking staff will be ble volunteers we will need to make sure presenting. this is a successful event, so look for more Public Policy has always been a major information. strength of our Chamber. Having led this in the past myself, this will continue to be a

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CMA

BOARD CHAIR

INCOMING

Welcome to the Team Daniel Bernal, or DJ for short, was born and raised in Chandler, AZ and loves this community. He recently graduated from Arizona State University with a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Information Technology. Previously DJ worked in the East Valley in the IT and customer service industry. He is excited to work with the Chandler Chamber of Commerce and Chandler businesses in order to promote all the good things going on here in Chandler!

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Rick Huemann

Thank you!

to the Chandler Chamber 2021 Board Chair, Jane Poston, for the hard work and dedication during the past year!

FROM THE MAYOR Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke

Happy New Year! 2022 will be a year of exploration and action that will help us lay groundwork

for an exciting future in Chandler.

At the State of the City next month I will be sharing a number of new initiatives that I will be launching this year and I look forward to working with the Chamber to get our business community involved. Please save the date for the 2022 State of the City, February 17 at 6 p.m. at the Center for the Arts. This year’s event will be a community celebration, featuring a live concert,

a gallery displaying artwork created by youth in the community and a brief address from me highlighting the triumphs of the past year. Visit chandleraz.gov/ StateoftheCity for more information.

Thank you for your continued partnership. I look forward to continuing to work together to make Chandler the best place to live, work, visit and play.

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Chandler businesses are hiring, and we want to help connect job seekers in the community with the job of their dreams! CLICK HERE to visit our virtual job board and view positions that are currently available.

Are you hiring? Send the following info to daniel@chandlerchamber.com to have your openings added to our job board, and shared with the community.

Company Logo | Title of Position(s) Available | Link to apply OR email to send resume

Visit us online at ChandlerChamber.com

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NEW 12/20/21 MEMBERS DECEMBER Bestway USA, Inc. 3435 S McQueen Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 www.bestwayusa.com

3413 E Aloe Dr Chandler, AZ 85286 http://desertcanyonproperties management.com

JR Realty

Jeff Dorsten Gilbert, AZ 85296 http:// commercialConnectionTeam.com

Nova Home Loans

Red Butte Pain Solutions Opening Soon 5590 W Chandler Blvd Ste 3 Chandler, AZ 85226 https://redbuttepain.com/

Agins Law Firm, PLC

EXP Realty

123 W Chandler Heights Rd #11656 Chandler, AZ 85248 www.aginslawfirm.com Members for 7 Years

AR Workshop Chandler 4040 W Ray Rd, Ste 7 Chandler, AZ 85226 www.arworkshop.com/chandler Members for 4 Years 631 W Kent Pl Chandler, AZ 85225 http://bluestateelectric.com Members for 2 Years

Complete Testing Solutions

Sims Business Systems

2775 N Arizona Ave #1 Chandler, AZ 85226 http://ctsdrugtesting.com Members for 2 Years

Super Junk Removal & Pressure Washing

1550 W Deer Valley Rd Phoenix, AZ 85027 www.cox.com/phoenix Members for 37 Years

124 West Julie Drive Tempe, AZ 85283 www.getsims.com

Chandler, AZ 85225 http://superjunkremoval.com

Tenacious REALTOR

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West USA Realty 1850 E Northrop Blvd Chandler, AZ 85286 https://westusaagents.com/agent/ irma-tanner

The Hidden House

159 W Commonwealth Ave Chandler, AZ 85225 http://hiddenhouseaz.com

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40 S Marcos Pl Chandler, AZ 85225 www.downtownchandlercafe.com Members for 10 Years

Excess Hauling

Blue State Electric LLC

Chandler 25 S Arizona Pl St 210 Chandler, AZ 85225 www.novahomeloans.com

Downtown Chandler Cafe and Bakery

2 Doves Notary LLC

2301 S Stearman Dr Chandler, AZ 85286 https://2dovesnotary.com/ Members for 1 Year

Desert Canyon Properties

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MEMBER 12/20/21 RENEWALS DECEMBER

721 N Comanche Dr Chandler, AZ 85224 https://www.facebook.com/ excesshauling/ Members for 1 Year - Tabitha Spivey 2820 S Alma School Rd #18-289 Chandler, AZ 85286 Members for 1 Year

Fresh As Can ‘’V’’ Barbers 1 W Galveston St Chandler, AZ 85225 https://www.facebook.com/ barbersinchandler/ Members for 1 Year

Hometown USA

1820 E Ray Rd #C-4 Chandler, AZ 85225 www.hometown-usa.com Members for 4 Years

International Flora Technologies

Cox Business

291 E El Prado Ct Chandler, AZ 85225 www.floratech.com Members for 5 Years

Crystal Clear Results, LLC

Sun Lakes, AZ 85248 www.internationalresourceseekers.com Members for 2 Years

Chandler, AZ 85226 https://crystalblackwell.com/ Members for 4 Years

DM Cantor

40 N Central Ave, Ste #2300 Phoenix, AZ 85004 https://dmcantor.com Members for 3 Years

International Resource Seekers

KAEKO, Inc.

451 N Dean Ave Chandler, AZ 85226 https://kaekoinc.com/ Members for 1 Year

Koeller Thompson CPAs PLLC 950 W Elliot Rd, Ste 206 Tempe, AZ 85284 https://www.ktcpas.com/ Members for 19 Years

Martinez & Shanken PLLC, CPAs

1560 W Warner Rd, Ste 200 Gilbert, AZ 85233 www.aztaxcpa.com Members for 34 Years

NuSpine Chiropractic

4040 S. Arizona Ave #H-15 Chandler, AZ 85248 https://nuspinechiropractic.com/ arizona/ocotillo/ Members for 1 Year

Ocotillo Golf Club

- Arcis Golf 3751 S Clubhouse Dr Chandler, AZ 85248 www.ocotillogolf.com Members for 36 Years

Palm Tax & Accounting 100 S Kyrene Rd, Unit 5 Chandler, AZ 85226 www.palm.tax Members for 1 Year

Sun Life Health

Web Designs Your Way

The Brickyard

WSI- Optimized Web Solutions

655 S Dobson Rd #201 Chandler, AZ 85224 www.sunlifehealth.org Members for 2 Years 85 W Boston St Chandler, AZ 85225 www.brickyarddowntown.com Members for 5 Years

The Perfect Place

23914 S Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85248 http://theperfectplacecare.org Members for 8 Years

TrustBank

4913 S Alma School Rd, Ste 5 Chandler, AZ 85248 www.tbaz.com Members for 6 Years

UMB Bank, n.a.

845 N Gilbert Road Gilbert, AZ 85234 http://umb.com Members for 4 Years

Ryan-Whyte Team, Infinity & Associates Real Estate Vitalant 2450 S Arizona Ave, Ste 1 Chandler, AZ 85286 www.ryanwhyteteam.com Members for 46 Years

1524 W. 14th St Tempe, AZ 85281 www.vitalant.org Members for 3 Years

Chandler, AZ 85249 www.webdesignsyourway.net Members for 3 Years

15811 S 15th Pl Phoenix, AZ 85048 www.wsitopwebdesigners.com Members for 4 Years

Yoga’s Arc

4435 E Chandler Blvd #200 Phoenix, AZ 85048 http://yogasarc.com Members for 7 Years

ZenLeaf

7200 W Chandler Blvd, Ste 7-8 Chandler, AZ 85226 https://zenleafdispensaries.com/ Members for 4 Years

Visit us online at ChandlerChamber.com

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Richard Amoroso Squire Patton Boggs Legal Counsel Ex-officio

Greg Fontaine Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.

Kurt Johansen

Western State Bank

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Rick Heumann

Terri Kimble

CMA 2022 Board Chair

Chandler Chamber President/CEO

Jackson Armstrong

Crystal Blackwell

Kate Ford

Michael Garza

Armstrong Hospitality

PayPal

Dan Kush

Self-employed

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Crystal Clear Results, LLC

Warde Nichols

J2 Media Immediate Past Board Chair

Hilen Cruz

Jason Dawson

Ralph Guariglio

Mayor Kevin Hartke

Salt River Project

Payroll Control Systems

Arizona Residential & Commercial Realty

Jana LaVanway

Andrea Marconi

Juncture Wealth Strategies

Jane Poston

Arizona State University Incoming Board Chair 2023

Fennemore Craig Dowling Aaron

Local Listing Pro

City of Chandler Ex-officio

David Moss

Chandler Fashion Center

Dr. Wendy Nance Chandler Unified School District

Linda Qian

Brian Peters

Dr. Greg Peterson

Toyota Financial Services

Chandler-Gilbert Community College

Intel Corporation

Commit Agency

David Ralls

Laura Robertson

Peter Sciacca

Dunston Simpson

Robert Sinkule

di Sciacca Glassware & QuartHaus

Cox Business Solutions

Banner Ocotillo

Yoda’s Arc

Mahes Prasad

Sally Putnam

Joan Saba

Jerry Sanniec

US Bank Private Wealth Management

Saba’s Western Wear Chamber Foundation Liaison Ex-officio

Mark Slyter

Dignity Health Chandler Regional Medical Center

NOW Financial

Laser Creations

Delaney Starks

Bell Bank Mortgage

Happy New Year!

from the entire board of directors.

Judge Jay Tibshraeny Maricopa County Justice Court San Marcos District Ex-officio

We look forward to serving businesses, and the entire Chandler community, in the new year.

Visit us online at ChandlerChamber.com

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W O M E N

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Be More. Do More.

CHANDLER CHAMBER

WOMEN IN LEADERSHIP

Have it ALL. NOW Come hear from Heather Patterson, coach and consultant, to learn how to turn your dreams into a reality. She will share a step-by-step repeatable path to setting and achieving goals that fulfill your purpose.

Don’t miss the chance to start 2022 off with a bang!

SPONSORED BY:

The New You in 2022

Join us on

Tuesday, January 18 11:30 am-1:30 pm at

SoHo63 in Downtown Chandler

REGISTER HERE

CHAMBER NON-PROFITSPOTLIGHT Bridging the Gap for those in Need FANS Across America

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Charitable Foundation, a subsidiary of Child Crisis Arizona, assists students and families in need and victims of domestic violence with their basic daily living necessities such as clothes, shoes, toiletries, household cleaning supplies and school supplies. Working closely with partner agencies throughout the Valley, the foundation bridges the gap by providing items not provided through government assistance.

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when his family was asked to foster a baby girl. “My wife and I were not financially ready at the time to spend the initial hundreds of dollars to get the house ready,” he shared. “I was overwhelmed with how helpful FANS was in assisting with gathering essentials to welcome our new baby.”

All students and families assisted at the FANS Locker Room or Diaper Bank are by referral through partner social service agencies.

The Fans Across America Locker Room is located at 78 W Ray

Road, Suite 3, in Chandler, Arizona and serves as the foundation’s acceptance, processing and distribution center. FANS depends on donations from the community to provide this service. Donations qualify for an Arizona Qualifying Charitable Organization (QCO) tax credit. QCO code: 20430.

For more information, visit fansacrossamerica.org.

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Meet the Elected Officials B R E A K F A S T January 7, 2022 7:30 am Registration & Networking | Program 8:00 am The Avion Center (1733 East Northrop Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85286)

Join us for the unveiling of the Chamber’s 2022 “How We Stand” booklet, the Chandler Chamber’s legislative agenda, and a special Washington Update by the US Chamber of Commerce. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the Arizona State Legislators; Federal, Local, and School Governing Board Officials at the event.

Elected Officials can RSVP to terri@chandlerchamber.com.

Thank you to our sponsors:

REGISTER HERE

Visit us online at ChandlerChamber.com

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JANUARY  JANUARY 4:00-5:00PM

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Join the Chandler Chamber at the Ribbon Cutting for The Sugar Bar Sponsored by Laser Creations Click here for details: https:// business.chandlerchamber.com/ events/details/ribbon-cutting-forthe-sugar-bar-40358

 JANUARY 7:30-10:00AM

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Meet The Elected Officials Join us for the unveiling of the 2022 How We Stand booklet, the Chandler Chamber’s legislative agenda. Guests will have the opportunity to meet the 2022 Arizona State Legislators; Federal, Local, and School Governing Board Officials. Sponsored by West

and SouthEast Realtors of the Valley (WeSERV), Salt River Project, Dignity Health Chandler Regional Medical Center, Arizona State University, Air Products and Chemicals, Catalyst Computer Technologies, Gila River Hotels & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, Southwest Gas Company, Southwest Airlines, and Wegener & Associates, LLC. Register for location information: https://business.chandlerchamber. com/events/details/meet-the-electedofficials-breakfast-2022-40122

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Wake Up Chandler

Kick off the New Year at Wake-Up Chandler. Start off the morning by networking with other businesses.

Welcome our sponsor, Steve & Leslie Vogt from Steven M Vogt, CPA. The Non-Profit spot-light will be on FANS Across America, learn more about their role in the community. Bring your business cards and be prepared to give a 30 second commercial about your business. Enjoy the food and take advantage of the opportunity to promote your business. Door Prizes are Welcome! Register for location information: https:// business.chandlerchamber. com/events/details/wake-upchandler-01-12-2022-8864

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CALENDAR OF EVENTS

 JANUARY 11:30AM-1:30PM

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Women In Leadership Luncheon

Come hear from Heather Patterson, coach and consultant, to learn how to turn your dreams into a reality. She will share a step-bystep repeatable path to setting and achieving goals that fulfill your purpose. Don’t miss the chance to start 2022 off with a bang! Sponsored by: APS, Gila River Hotels & Casinos – Wild Horse Pass, Intel Corporation, PayPal, SoHo63, Toyota Financial Services, and Wells Fargo Bank. Register for location information: https:// business.chandlerchamber.com/ events/details/women-in-leadershipluncheon-01-18-2022-36344

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Business After Business

Join us for our monthly evening networking event and help us welcome the 2022 SPONSORS: Our event sponsor is Price Mortgage.

The Chamber Pot Sponsor is Caring Transitions. We will be drawing, for the $4,100 Chamber Pot like always, but to be eligible, you must be registered and paid for Business After Business and a member in good standing. Someone will be going home with some extra money in their pocket! Register

for location information: https:// business.chandlerchamber.com/ events/details/business-after-businessjanuary-2022-39600

 JANUARY 11:00AM-1:00PM

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Tri-City Economic Development Update

The East Valley continues to grow and prosper with ongoing gains in business retention, attraction, and expansion. Even as our community leaders remain focused on business recovery, they demonstrate intentional and thoughtful efforts toward economic growth for the future of our region. Join the Chandler, Gilbert, and Queen Creek Chambers of Commerce as we host a regional and local updates focused on major projects and key

areas of focus. Presenters include: Chris Camacho, Greater Phoenix Economic Council, Kenneth Manuel, Gila River Resort & Casinos, Micah Miranda, Chandler Office of Economic Development, Dan Henderson, Gilbert Office of Economic Development, Doreen Cott, Queen Creek Office of Economic Development. Click here for registration information: https://business.chandlerchamber. com/events/details/tri-cityeconomic-development-update40564?calendarMonth=2022-01-01

RIBBON CUTTINGS January

January 6 | 4:00-5:00pm

The Sugar Bar

960 E Warner Rd Suite 6 Chandler AZ 85225

www.thesugarbar.com RIBBON CUTTINGS SPONSOR:

LEADS GROUPS

DECEMBER

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In-Person Meetings

Chandler Chamber leads groups are designed to stimulate business development in the community. The groups offer a forum for members to build relationships with other members that will generate sales leads, educate potential customers about member businesses and expand networking opportunities.

This opportunity offers the ability to do business with people you know, like and trust. Email info@chandlerchamber.com for more information.

RARE Tea

2990 E Germann Rd #3 Chandler AZ 85249 www.rareteausa.com

2 Alta Boulders

2945 S Alma School Rd Chandler AZ 85286 www.altaclimbing.com

Wednesday Morning Leads Group 7:30 am – 8:30 am

Wednesday Ocotillo Lunch Leads Group 11 am – Noon

Wednesday Lunch Leads Group Noon – 1 pm

Thursday Morning Leads Group 7:30 am – 8:30 am Visit us online at ChandlerChamber.com

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MEMBERNEWS

Councilmember Matt Orlando Appointed CUSD Recognized to Leadership Position on National League by SRP for of Cities’ FAIR Committee Sustainability Chandler, Ariz. — Dec. 13, 2021 — Chandler City Councilmember Matt Efforts Orlando has been appointed Chair of the National League of Cities (NLC) 2021 Finance, Administration and Intergovernmental Relations (FAIR) Federal Advocacy Committee. Councilmember Orlando was elected to a one-year term and will provide strategic direction and guidance for NLC’s federal advocacy agenda and policy priorities. This is his fourth term serving on this committee. The appointment was announced by NLC President Mayor Vince Williams of Union City, Georgia.

“I am honored to have been appointed as Chair of the FAIR Committee,” said Councilmember Orlando. “Maintaining strong and balanced financial policies, ensuring equal opportunity for residents and strategically leveraging intergovernmental relations to better meet community needs has been at the forefront of my 18 years of service to the City of Chandler. I look forward to continuing this work in my new capacity as Chair.”

As committee Chair, Councilmember Orlando will play a key role among a diverse group of local leaders in shaping NLC’s policy positions and advocating on behalf of America’s cities and towns before Congress, with the administration and at home.

For more information, CLICK HERE

Tutor Doctor receives Marketing Innovation Award

From Ahwatukee Foothills News | AAFN News Staff Nov 30, 2021 There’s a reason that Kimberly Selchan gravitated to the Tutor Doctor franchise that serves the East Valley and Ahwatukee after working in the corporate sector for many years.

“I came from a corporate environment where I had mentors and was a mentor to others,” the former Ahwatukee resident explained.

“I consider our service to be mentorship, far more than just subject tutoring or homework support. The mission statement I use for my region is: Helping today’s youth become tomorrow’s successful adults.”

Selchan, who now lives in Gilbert, not only is good at her job – she’s been good for Tutor Doctor, which gave her their Marketing Innovation Award for finding new ways to grow her business year-over-year.

Her region includes Ahwatukee and the entire East Valley and people who want to sign as mentors need at least some college with a 3.0 average and some mentoring experience.

Potential clients or tutors can reach her at tutordoctor.com/chandlergilbert or call 480-530-8029.

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Chandler Unified School District was recognized as the Outstanding Achievement for School Districts through SRP. The award honors the academic organization that has made strides in achieving excellence through energy efficiency, electric technology and incorporated innovation and sustainability in its schools.

Zovio Welcomes New CEO

Zovio, an education technology services company that partners with higher education institutions and employers, appointed Randy Hendricks as its new Chief Executive Officer on December 6, 2021.

Hendricks is a seasoned senior executive with more than 30 years of leadership, technology, and client service experience. This includes over 20 years working with clients in higher education institutions assisting them in advancing their academic and research missions, most recently as a Senior Executive at the Huron Consulting Group. Prior to that, Hendricks served as President of Education & Government at Workday. Hendricks has also held multiple senior leadership roles in IBM’s Global Business Services unit, both in the U.S. and internationally and has served as a board member for several technology companies.

Hendricks will succeed George Pernsteiner, who served as the interim CEO for the past several months. Pernsteiner will return to his post as Chairman of Zovio’s Board of Directors in line with the company’s transition.

Chandler Chamber DE&I Team Contributes to For Our City Day!

On Saturday, Oct. 23, over 1,000 community volunteers and city staff came together for an inspirational day of service in the Armstrong, Galveston, and Silk Stocking neighborhoods.

Volunteers completed over 180 projects at 48 different sites where 23 homes were painted and 72 tons of gravel was spread. Neighborhood Programs is grateful to everyone who volunteered their time and resources to make a lasting impact in our community. Save the date for Oct. 22, 2022, and join us for our 12th annual For Our City Day.

FREE Tshirt. FREE Phoenix Open Ticket.

Vitalant Blood Drive at City of Chandler Community Center

All donors visiting the Chandler Community Center Jan. 6th blood drive will receive a longsleeved T-shirt redeemable by email AND a voucher to redeem online for a free one-day admission ticket to the 2022 Waste Management Phoenix Open. These are a special thank you for helping us safeguard the blood supply for patients during a critical time of year. Donations decline in the winter months due to weather (not in Chandler!), cold and flu and busy holiday schedules but the need for blood does not.

CLICK HERE to schedule your Jan 6 blood donation or call 1-877-25-Vital.

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Microchip Technology Inc. Rated as One of America’s Most Loved Workplaces

Chandler’s own Microchip Technology Inc. was selected as one of America’s Most Loved Workplaces

by Newsweek. Within the collection of 100 small, medium and large companies, Microchip Technology Inc. was rated as number 11. Microchip Technology Inc. is an electronics manufacturer whose company culture is centered on employee teamwork.

Microchip Learning Center provides ongoing professional growth support and learning and development opportunities.

Read more about America’s Most Loved Workplaces by Newsweek HERE

PrimeLending Toy Drive Best Year Yet!

PrimeLending would like to thank the Chandler Chamber for supporting the grand opening event and toy drive kick off. This photo shows most of the toys they collected this year for DCS Foster children, making it their best year yet!

“We could not have done this without the support from the Chamber” – Lisa Roach, Loan Officer Support, PrimeLending

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Chandler Chamber CONNECT | January 2022

MARCH 11 - 13 & MARCH 17 - 20 | 2022

Country Music Star Walker Hayes to Perform Grammy-nominated country singer to headline first weekend of festival Chandler, Ariz. – The 32nd annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival announces Grammy nominated and Billboard’s Top Country Hit singer, Walker Hayes, will headline the mainstage on Saturday, March 12, 2022. Tickets go on sale Friday, Dec. 17 at 10 a.m. MST at OstrichFestival.com. More artists to be announced at a later date.

Hayes has released two albums and four hit singles that have been featured on the Hot Country Songs chart since 2016. His number one song, “Fancy Like,” held the top spot on the Hot Country Songs chart for 17 weeks and topped every country streaming and sales chart. “Fancy Like,” quickly became one of the fastest platinumcertified singles of 2021. Some of his other notable hits that have climbed their way to the top of the Billboard Country Airplay chart include “You Broke Up With Me,” “U Gurl,” “Pants,” and “Why Wait for Summer.” Hayes has worked with artists such as Dan + Shay, Thomas Rhett, Old Dominion, and most recently Kesha.

Shortly following the debut of his hit song “Fancy Like,” Hayes released his new single, “AA” and announced the release date of his upcoming album, Country

Stuff The Album, set for January 21, 2022. Country Stuff The Album will include some of his top hits including “Fancy Like,” “U Gurl,” and his new release “AA, ” as well as 10 other new tracks. The album features collaborations with Carly Pearce, Jake Owen, and Lori McKenna. Each track will feature a range of diverse lyrics and sounds.

“We are very excited to have Walker Hayes perform the first weekend of the 32nd annual Ostrich Festival. We have our biggest lineup of entertainment to date for the entire family and with the festival being two weekends this year, you have double the chances of enjoying this community event,” said President and CEO of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce, Terri Kimble.

“Walker Hayes is going to be a huge addition to this year’s Ostrich Festival. He is a talented Grammy nominated artist who is changing the country music scene and we can’t wait for him to perform. In the coming weeks, we will be announcing the rest of the incredible musical acts that will cater to a wide variety of music genres,” said Steve LeVine, CEO and President of Steve LeVine Entertainment and Public

Relations.

Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival is a family-friendly event featuring ostrich-themed activities, national and regional musical entertainment, thrilling attractions, over 50 carnival rides, spectacular food, and upscale arts & crafts.

This is the first time in the event’s history that the festival will take place on 2 weekends: March 11-13 and March 17-20. Tickets for the 32nd annual Chandler Chamber Ostrich Festival will go on sale at OstrichFestival.com on Friday, Dec. 17 at 10 a.m. MST. Limited advance tickets will start at $20 for adults and $15 for children 12 and under, and children three and under will be admitted to the festival free of charge.

Pricing for VIP tickets, ride passes, and family packs will be available for purchase at a later date.

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Bestway Opening in 2022

Manufacturer of various inflatables and above ground pools plans to open a direct to consumer retail location in Chandler The Chandler Chamber’s President/CEO Terri Kimble, along with some of the Chamber’s Board of Directors met with the leadership team at Bestway USA and got a tour of their new 140,000 sq ft of combined office and warehouse space. Some of the products produced by Bestway USA include aboveground pools, inflatable hot tubs, airbeds and inflatable toys. With this new location in Chandler, they plan to start selling direct to the consumer in early 2022.

Bestway USA takes renewable energy to heart and focuses on creating a positive impact on the community by reducing their carbon emissions. They currently recycle 99.7% of their waste, utilize solar energy and recycle 20% of the water that they use.

Pictured from left to right: Robert Sinkule, Yoga’s Arc; Jana LaVanway, Juncture Wealth Strategies; Crystal Blackwell, Crystal Clear Results; Terri Kimble, Chandler Chamber President/CEO; Giacomo Mayer, Bestway USA; Jackson Armstrong, Armstrong Hospitality; Molly Magill, Chandler Chamber

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Chandler Chamber CONNECT | January 2022

AMBASSADORS

MEET OUR CHANDLER CHAMBER

Ambassador of the Month Congratulations Crystal King

of Arbonne International, the Chandler Chamber December Ambassador of the Month!

Outstanding Ambassadors for December 2021:

THANK YOU to all the Chandler Chamber Ambassadors for their dedicated efforts in helping to support Chamber members and the business community. Kudos to the following ambassadors for their extra efforts in December:

Leslie Vogt

Delia Aguirre

Renee Richeson

Ralph Guariglio

Steven M Vogt, CPA, EA

Signarama – Chandler

Farmers Insurance

AZRC Realty

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CCCF LEADERSHIP

INSTITUTE

2022 CCCF Leadership Institute begins in February!

The Chandler Chamber Leadership Institute is a prestigious leadership course offered by the Chandler Chamber Community Foundation. The goal of this program is to educate emerging leaders or individuals already serving in a leadership capacity, about the city. Participants are presented with a comprehensive look at the community while developing critical leadership skills.

Beyond this powerful learning experience, the Foundation offers scholarships for our ChandlerGilbert Community College students. If you or someone you know would like to apply for a scholarship, please download the Scholarship application for more information.

Missed out on your chance to apply? Contact molly@chandlerchamber.com to see if there are still spots available!

CLICK HERE

COMMUNITY FOUNDATION CLICK HERE

CCCF LEADERSHIP APPLICATION

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COMING IN JUNE 2022!

Community Awards Community Awards Nominations Open Next Month Watch for the nomination forms for recognition at this fabulous event in June 2022!

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Chandler Chamber CONNECT | January 2022

CHAMBER NETWORKING

MIXERS Wake Up Chandler

Wednesday, January 12 8 am to 9 am

LOCATION: SoZo CoffeeHouse 1982 N Alma School Rd, Chandler AZ 85224 This is a great opportunity to grow your business. Be prepared to give a 30 second commercial about your business. Meet, connect, and network with other members. Learn more about our featured non-profit: FANS Across America. The deadline to donate door prizes is noon the day before the event.

Contact: barbara@chandlerchamber.com with your door prize information.

Join us in-person to promote your business to fellow Chamber members.

Pre-registration is required.

Business After Business Thursday, January 20 4 pm to 5:30 pm

980 E Pecos Rd., Ste. 5, Chandler AZ 95225

Current, active, registered Chamber members are eligible for the Chamber Cash Pot now at $4,100!

This is a great opportunity to meet and connect with other members of the Chamber. You must be present to qualify for the $4,100 and be registered by 12noon the day of the event. The deadline to donate door prizes is noon the day before the event.

Contact: barbara@chandlerchamber.com with your door prize information.

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THANK YOU TO OUR

SPONSORS

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Chandler Chamber CONNECT | January 2022