Chamber CONNECT Magazine | October 2022

Information for Business | Residents | Tourists OCTOBER

CHANDLER CHAMBER

Terri Kimble

PRESIDENT/CEO Terri@ChandlerChamber.com

Molly Magill

VICE PRESIDENT OF MARKETING & EVENTS Molly@ChandlerChamber.com

Michelle Johnson

VICE PRESIDENT OF BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT & MEMBER SERVICES michelle@chandlerchamber.com

Lauren Knutson

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AREA MANAGER lauren@chandlerchamber.com

Angie Poirier

MEMBERSHIP SERVICES angie@chandlerchamber.com

Julie Popp

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT AREA MANAGER julie@chandlerchamber.com

Katrina Ward

SPECIAL EVENTS & MARKETING COORDINATOR katrina@chandlerchamber.com

CREATIVE DIRECTOR Lyle@chandlerchamber.com

PRESIDENT | CEO UPDATE

PRESIDENT | CEO

A tremendous thank you to our Chandler businesses and your feedback in our annual Business Survey. We had over 500 business respond to our survey. That is an amazing result. Here is some insight our businesses gave us.

What does the Chamber do well:

• Promoting and supporting Chandler businesses

• Public Policy & Advocacy

• Outreach to connect the business community

• Diversity (DEI) - active and diverse group of businesses

• Voice of the business community

Terri Kimble CEO

• Ribbon Cuttings

• Community resource for business

• Networking

• Events

• Building community and connections for many types of business

• Educate and inform business about important topics and issues

• Community and Economic Development

• Ostrich Festival

Thank you for your participation and overwhelming response. It is your business, Your Chamber. Thank you for making us the best!

Rick Heumann CMA

BOARDCHAIR

Happy Fall everyone!

We are back to another busy season at the Chandler Chamber as we work on several signature events. Our Annual Golf Tournament at Ocotillo Golf Resort was a huge success with a full course. This tournament is 2nd only to the Ostrich Festival in fundraisers for the Chamber, so we truly appreciate the participation. Special thank you goes to the Golf Committee that put it together, and especially all the spon sors that attended and donated raffle prizes.

One of the Chamber’s signature events is right around the corner –Chandler 100. Chamber staff has spent

hours compiling data about the top Chandler companies in order to create a one-of-a-kind event recognizing their contributions to the economic success of our city. You are probably familiar with several of our top employers, but as our city grows, we continue to at tract new employers and smaller com panies gain traction and numbers. This is your chance to meet and learn more about all of them. This is the business event of the season for Chandler and I hope to see you there.

As always, please don’t hesitate to reach out if there’s anything the Chamber or Board can do to help you grow!

CHAMBER NON-PROFITSPOTLIGHT

Live Love Brings People Together with Service

Live Love is a community development non-profit in downtown Chandler focused on connecting people and caring for our neighbors. Their vision is to promote a strong, safe community where neighbors feel connected, actively care for each other, and the most isolated and vulnerable have access to needed resources. This happens through a variety of activities including after school programs, family gatherings, and monthly care for senior adults.

In 2007, with support from the City of Chandler Neighborhood

Programs, an area was identified where they could start by working side-by-side with people striving to create change and growth right where they lived. The purchase and restoration of an abandoned home in the neighborhood created space for our family gatherings, community education, and school break activities for kids and teens.

Plans to build a larger gathering space- The Oasis- are underway and they are excited to see this neighbor-inspired dream become reality.

FROM THE MAYOR

Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke

Water Conservation and Chandler Businesses

As you may have heard, the United States Bureau of Reclamation declared a Tier 2 Colorado River

Shortage effective in 2023. The shortage does not mean a shortage at any City of Chandler taps. But that doesn’t mean our work is done as a community.

For decades, the City has made smart investments in

infrastructure, diverse water supplies, water reuse, storing water underground and conservation programs. That commitment, along with the conservation efforts of residents and strong business partnerships, has resulted in the average household in Chandler using 20% less water today than it did 25 years ago.

Let’s talk a little more about those strong business partnerships. For years Chandler has worked with businesses to responsibly manage water consumption. In fact, we recently announced a partnership with Intel to build a facility that will put up to 5-million gallons of water back into our aquifers and recharge basins every day, while expanding reclaimed water service to Intel for industrial

uses. This project exemplifies what we can achieve when we work together to conserve.

The City’s Water Conservation Office offers several free services to businesses of all sizes and varieties. A great place to start is a free water audit to identify leaks and places where water is being overused.

There is also a very handy Facility Manager’s Guide that can help you build your own water conservation plan. You can find that and links to all our programs at chandleraz. gov/waterconservation (click on Water Conservation Resources for Businesses and HOAs). If we continue to work together, Chandler’s water security will remain strong for decades to come.

MEET MATCHYOUR

VIRTUAL 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.

JOB FAIR

Are you hiring? Send the following info to info@chandlerchamber.com to have your openings

board, and shared with the community.

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NEW

MEMBERS

SEPTEMBER

Embark Behaviorial Health

3133 W Frye Rd Unit 525 Chandler, AZ 85226 www.embarkhc.com

Silver Fern Landscaping

16804 S 54th Street Chandler, AZ 85226 http://SilverFernAZ.com

SummitMD Dermatology

5950 S Cooper Rd Ste 4 Chandler, AZ 85225 https://summitmddermatology.com/ locations/summitmd-dermatologychandler/

Reliable Auto of Arizona

511 N 54th Street Ste 1-2 Chandler, AZ 85226 http://Reliableautoaz.com

Arbor Therapy

Dobson North 3200 N Dobson Rd Bldg E Chandler, AZ 85224 http://arbortherapies.com

Shadow of Comfort Tattoo East Valley LLC

5864 W Ray Rd Ste 1 Chandler, AZ 85226 http://socchandler.com

Little Anita’s

2510 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85224 https://littleanitas.com/

Living in Arizona

Real Estate Group

2301 S Stearman Dr # 26 Chandler, AZ 85286 www.DennysellsAZ.com

Gilbert Moving & Storage

6056 E Baseline Rd Suite 149 Mesa, AZ 85206

https://gilbertmovingandstorage.com

Mera Chandler

2050 W Pecos Rd Chandler, AZ 85224 http://sparrowliving.com/mera/ chandler

Protegrity

Chandler, AZ http://www.protegrityinsurance.com

MEMBER 9/20/22

RENEWALS

SEPTEMBER

Casino Arizona

PO Box 10099 Scottsdale, AZ 85271 www.casinoarizona.com

Member for 18 Years

Mr. Cooper

2501 S Price Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 http://mrcooper.com

Member for 5 Years

Residence Inn Chandler Ocotillo

2727 W Queen Creek Rd Chandler, AZ 85248 http://marriott.com/phxrl

Member for 4 Years

Phoenix Palace Restaurant

2075 N Dobson Rd Chandler, AZ 85224 http://phoenixpalacechandleraz.com

Member for 1 Year

Compass ChristianChurch

1825 S Alma School Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 www.compassaz.church Member for 19 Years

Edward Jones Investments

Terri McKibbin

4910 E Ray Rd #23 Phoenix, AZ 85044 www.edwardjones.com/theresamckibbin

Member for 5 Years

Look Dine In Cinemas

1 W Chandler Blvd

Chandler, AZ 85225

www.lookcinemas.com/ Member for 1 Years

Thirsty GastropubLion& Grill

3077 W Frye Rd

Chandler , AZ 85251 http://thirstyliongastropub.com/ arizona

Member for 2 Years

Riata Apartments

100 N Hearthstone Way Chandler, AZ 85226 www.liveatriata.com

Member for 3 Years

Cadence Living Chandler

8501 N Scottsdale Rd Scottsdale , AZ 85253 http://cadencesl.com

Member for 1 Year

Game Show Battle

Rooms Phoenix https:// gameshowbattlerooms.com/phoenix/ Member for 1 Year

Barefoot Pools

1241 E Chandler Blvd, Ste 124 Phoenix, AZ 85048 www.barefootpoolman.com

Member for 3 Years

First Interstate Bank

180 S Arizona Ave #108 Chandler, AZ 85225 www.firstinterstatebank.com

Member for 25 Years

Your CBD Store

6181 S Fresno St Chandler, AZ 85249 https://cbdrx4u.com/find-us/arizona/ chandler

Member for 2 Years

Old Spaghetti Factory

3155 W Chandler Blvd Chandler, AZ 85226 www.osf.com

Member for 10 Years

Chick-fil-A - Crossroads Towne Center

2900 E Germann Rd

Chandler, AZ 85286 www.chick-fil-a.com

Member for 13 Years

All Dry Services of Phoenix and East Valley

www.myalldry.com

Member for 1 Year

The Park at Copper Creek, Koelsch Senior Communities

901 S 94th St

Chandler, AZ 85224 http://theparkatcoppercreek.com

Member for 4 Years

Back On Track Chiropractic

2051 W Warner Rd, Ste 1 Chandler, AZ 85224 www.backontrackaz.com

Member for 19 Years

ALB Piping Products & Services LLC

5303 E Fairview St Chandler, AZ 85226 www.albpiping.com

Member for 10 Years

Triax Industries LLC

6519 W Allison Rd Chandler, AZ 85226 http://triaxindustries.com

Member for 2 Years

Chandler Falls

1490 S Price Rd, Ste 112 Chandler, AZ 85286 http://chandlerfalls.com

Member for 14 Years

Reliable Auto of Arizona http://Reliableautoaz.com

Member for 1 Year

Concept2completion

2114 East Oakland Street Chandler, AZ 85225 https://2completion.com/ Member for 7 Years

Vitalant

1524 W. 14th St

Tempe, AZ 85281 www.vitalant.org

Member for 4 Years

Arbor Therapy

2248 N Alma School Rd Ste 102 Chandler, AZ 85224 http://arbortherapies.com

Member for 5 Years

The UPS Store #3460

1900 W Chandler Blvd, Ste 15 Chandler, AZ 85224 www.theupsstorelocal.com/3460

Member for 19 Years

Amazing Dental Care

1107 S. 5th Ave #217 Yuma, AZ 85365 www.AlgodonesDentistry.com

Member for 8 Years

Caring Transitions

4871 S Cobblestone St Gilbert, AZ 85298 http://caringtransitionscentralaz.com

Member for 3 Years

Flawless Faces Medical Spa

2283 W Myrtle Dr Chandler, AZ 85248 http://flawlessfacesaz.com

Member for 3 Years

Stuart Dean Company

1677 E Harrison St Chandler, AZ 85225 www.stuartdean.com

Member for 1 Year Sweetheart Healthcare www.sweethearthealthcare.org

Member for 1 Year

Tryst Cafe

4205 S Gilbert Rd #1 Chandler, AZ 85249 www.trystcafe.com

Member for 4 Years

Dragon Wok Fine Chinese Restaurant

727 W Ray Rd, Ste 1 Gilbert, AZ 85233 www.dragonwok.biz

Member for 8 Years

Save The Family Foundation of Arizona

125 E University Dr Mesa, AZ 85201 www.savethefamily.org

Member for 10 Years

Sparrow Counseling of the East Valley

3232 E Bluebird Pl Chandler, AZ 85286 https://sparrowcounselingev.com/

Member for 2 Years

EXP Realty

Tabitha Spivey

2820 S Alma School Rd #18-289 Chandler, AZ 85286 www.linkedin.com/in/tabitha-spivey8268a42/

Member for 2 Years

TechnicaX LLC

1767 E Queen Creek Rd Ste. 4 Chandler, AZ 85286 www.technicax.com/

Member for 2 Years

Vitalize Infusion Center

1915 E Chandler Blvd Ste.4 Chandler, AZ 85225 http://vitalizeinfusioncenter.com

Member for 2 Years

Duck Donuts

4040 S Arizona Ave #8 Chandler, AZ 85248 http://duckdonuts.com

Member for 3 Years

Sunrise Shutters & Blinds AZ

4112 E Cherry Hills Dr Chandler, AZ 85249 www.sunriseshuttersaz.com

Member for 4 Years

Skin Actives

Scientific LLC

1035 North McQueen Road, Ste 103 Gilbert, AZ 85233 http://skinactives.com

Member for 4 Years

Silhouette Greetings

1637 E Carob Dr Chandler, AZ 85286 www.silhouettegreetings.com

Member for 10 Years

Bloom Hair Concepts

2410 S Gilbert Rd Chandler, AZ 85286 www.leidanmitchell.com

Member for 10 Years

AV Dimensions, Inc.

PO Box 12780

Chandler, AZ 85248 www.avdimensions.com

Member for 14 Years

Water in the Desert

Investments in Arizona’s Long-Term Water Assets

Water infrastructure has been a hot topic for Arizona this year, with the Copper state leading the nation in planning for the future of water. This is a necessary conversation as Arizona is facing more than two decades of drought and the over-allocation of the Colorado River. Luckily, Arizona leaders have been planning for and ensuring the proper management of water resources.

This year, Governor Ducey signed legislation, providing $1.2 billion over three years to boost long-term water supplies and implement conservation efforts. This legislation also funded the new Water Infrastructure Finance Authority, which focuses on buying new sources of water and building new infrastructure.

Attend on October 7 to hear about this legislation, also from the City of Chandler on their Drought Management Plan, and the Salt River Project and their investments towards water management efforts.

Hear from the new Water Infrastructure and Finance Authority of Arizona!

Senior Program Administrator

Senior Principal Water System Projects Salt River Project

Simone Kjolsrud Water Resource Advisor City of Chandler

Lindsey Jones

Water Infrastructure Finance Authority of AZ

Ron Klawitter

Wild Horse Pass Lone Butte Vee Quiva

IMPORTANT DATES

ARIZONA GENERAL ELECTION

Voter Registration deadline: October 11, 2022

Counties begin mailing ballots to voters: October 12, 2022

Deadline to return mail ballots via USPS: November 1, 2022

Election day: November 8, 2022, All ballots must be received by 7:00 PM

To see your Chandler Chamber endorsed candidates, please visit our website at www.chandlerchamber.com/meet-the-candidates

To register to vote, resources, and voter information, please visit https://elections.maricopa.gov

Three new hires join Chamber team

Michelle Johnson Michelle Johnson joins the Chamber as the new VP of Business Development & Member Services

bringing with her strong connections throughout the city from her previous role as the general manager with Community Impact Newspaper. Michelle brings with her a strong background of management, sales and marketing as well as a passion for helping local businesses reach new audiences. She is also a member of Class 38 of the Chandler Chamber Leadership Institute where she is the co-chair of one of the class projects to help the local non-profit, Live Love, receive a backyard remodel for neighbors to gather, learn and celebrate each other.

Katrina Ward Katrina´s interest in event planning began last summer as the Marketing and Writer intern for the Chandler Chamber.

As a recent graduate of Northern Arizona University (NAU), she spent the last year in Alicante, Spain pursuing her Spanish education at the University of Alicante and interning at a training facility; she is proud of her bilingual abilities. Her diverse experiences include co-founding the NAU Ballet Club and being a self-employed Spanish tutor. A Chandler native, she takes advantage of the various community events and enjoys spending time outdoors.

Julie Popp recently joined the Chandler Chamber team. She currently services as a Business Development Area Manager.

Julie brings years of experience in sales, merchandising, office management and being raised with a family run business. Julie raised her family in Michigan and recently relocated to Arizona to be near her daughter. Julie is looking forward to immersing herself into the Chandler community. Julie is excited as she begins this next chapter in her career.

Julie Popp

2022 Arizona General Election Important Dates:

Send a Tourniquet for the Healthcare Work Shortage

The need for health care workers has never been greater, with the number of workers down by 1.1% since pre-pandemic levels. The healthcare sector is being faced with staffing shortages, especially the nursing staff who directly impact the nurse/patient ratio. Healthcare workers are crucial for public health, economic security, and racial equity. These challenges need the attention they deserve and leaders should be focused on priority areas to provide relief for these workforce challenges. Focusing on publicprivate partnerships to strengthen the healthcare higher education system, investments in training and facilities, and urging individuals to join the field.

Learn what policymakers and educators are doing to alleviate the pressures on the healthcare workforce.

CHAMBER BOARD

Jackson Armstrong Armstrong Hospitality

Crystal Blackwell Crystal Clear Results, LLC

Hilen Cruz Salt River Project

Terri Kimble Chandler Chamber President/CEO

Rick Heumann CMA 2022 Board Chair

Jason Dawson Local Listing Pro

Warde Nichols Arizona State University Incoming Board Chair 2023

Greg Fontaine Air Products and Chemicals, Inc.

Richard Amoroso Squire Patton Boggs Legal Counsel Ex-officio

Ralph Guariglio

Arizona Residential & Commercial Realty

Mayor Kevin Hartke City of Chandler Ex-officio

Kurt Johansen Western State Bank

Dan Kush Consultant

Jana LaVanway Juncture Wealth Strategies

Andrea Marconi Fennemore Craig Dowling Aaron

David Moss Chandler Fashion Center

Dr. Wendy Nance Chandler Unified School District

Brian Peters Toyota Financial Services

Dr. Greg Peterson Chandler-Gilbert Community College

Joan Saba Saba’s Western Wear Chamber Foundation Liaison Ex-officio

Mahes Prasad US Bank Private Wealth Management

Jerry Sanniec Laser Creations

Sally Putnam NOW Financial

Peter Sciacca di Sciacca Glassware & QuartHaus

Linda Qian Intel Corporation Dunston Simpson Cloverleaf Networks

David Ralls Commit Agency

Robert Sinkule Yoga’s Arc

Laura Robertson Banner Ocotillo

Mark Slyter Dignity Health Chandler Regional Medical Center

Delaney Starks Bell Bank Mortgage

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

OCTOBER CALENDAR OF EVENTS

 OCTOBER 5

4:00-5:00PM

Join the Chandler Chamber at the Ribbon Cutting for CrystalWater n’ Ice

Sponsored by Laser Creations

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

 OCTOBER 7

8:00-9:30AM

Policy Impact Series

Join the Chandler Chamber at this month’s Policy Impact Series. Sponsored by: Air Products & Chemicals, APS, Catalyst Computer Technologies, Dignity Health Chandler, Dragon Wok Fine Chinese Restaurant, Edward Jones – Terri McKibbin, Intel Corporation, Salt River Project and Southwest Gas Company

REGISTER HERE

 OCTOBER 12

8:00-9:00AM

Wake Up Chandler

Start off the morning by networking with other businesses. Welcome our 2022 event sponsor, Daryle Mabon from Your CBD Store. 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 HERE

4:00-5:00PM

Join the Chandler Chamber at the Ribbon Cutting for The Uncommon Sponsored by Laser Creations

CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

 OCTOBER 18

11:30AM-1:30PM

Women In Leadership Luncheon

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

Sponsored by: APS, Intel Corporation, Nova Home Loans – Chandler, PayPal, SoHo63, Toyota Financial Services, J2Media and Wells Fargo Bank.

REGISTER HERE

 OCTOBER 19

4:00-5:00PM

Join the Chandler Chamber at the Ribbon Cutting for Arbor Therapy

Sponsored by Laser Creations CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

 OCTOBER 20

4:00-5:30 PM

Business After Business

Join us for our monthly evening networking event and help us thank the 2022 SPONSORS: Our event sponsor is Price Mortgage. The Chamber Pot Sponsor is Caring Transitions. We will bedrawing, 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 HERE

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OCTOBER 26

8:00:9:30AM

Education and Workforce Roundtable

Join us for an Education and Workforce Roundtable to discuss relevant topics for all business sectors.

Sponsored by Intel, Air Products, Wells Fargo, and ASU. REGISTER HERE

 OCTOBER 27

4:00-5:00PM

Join the Chandler Chamber at the Ribbon Cutting for Signarama

Sponsored by Laser Creations CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS

OCTOBER 19

Support

Local Chamber Day! THANK YOU to all of the businesses and people of Chandler who support the Chamber. Today, we celebrate YOU!

LEADSGROUPS

Chandler Chamber leads groups are designed to stimulate business development in the community.

Email info@chandlerchamber.com for more information.

Wednesday Morning

Meets @ Famous Dave’s

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Wednesday Lunch

Meets @ Old Spaghetti Factory Noon – 1 PM

Wednesday Ocotillo

Meets @ Cadence Living Chandler

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Thursday Morning

Meets @ Rudy’s Country Bar-B-Q

7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

Thursday Lunch

Meets @ Tipsy Egg

11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Shattering the Glass Ceiling

Come hear from a panel of Women Executives within the Semiconductor and Manufacturing Industries.

Tuesday,October 18 | 11:30 am to 1:30 pm

Hybrid Event – SoHo63 & Virtual

These women do not hold the typical role within the industry. This will be a glass ceiling breaking panel you won’t want to miss!

PANELISTS:

President at FALCO

Zivit KatzTsameret

Arizona Factory Manager at Intel

Najwa Khazal GM, Service Technology Centers Americas, Edwards

CHANDLER CHAMBER

IN LEADERSHIP

Heather Chasten

21st Annual!

Chandler Chamber CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

21th Annual Chandler Chamber Charity Golf Tournament Presented by San Tan Ford

Friday, September 23rd, marked the 21th Annual Chandler Chamber Charity Golf Tournament Presented by San Tan Ford! It was an amazing day with record breaking numbers and activities.

The Chandler Chamber would like to thank all of our sponsors, raffle contributors, and volunteers who made this day possible! This day would not

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be possible without our gracious hosts, Ocotillo Golf Course and Ginger Monkey Gastropub! A special shout out goes to Famous Dave’s for donating breakfast, Giner Monkey for providing lunch, San Tan Brewery for providing beer and seltzers, and Costco for donating beverages. Thank you for keeping our golfers nourished!

As always, we appreciated all Golfers that came out and support this great event, hopefully you walked away with one of our amazing raffle prizes! Congratulations to our winners:

CCV (Christ’s Church of the Valley)

It was a beautiful day out on the green. We appreciate all that contributed to this great day and we look forward to seeing you next year!

Thank You to our raffle contributors!

21ST ANNUAL CHANDLER CHAMBER CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT

810 Billiards & Bowling

Alaska USA Federal Credit Union

Apache Wells Country Club

Arizona Grand Golf Course

Arizona State University

Aspire Kids Sports Center Aveda

AVID Consulting

BJ's Restaurant Butcher Block

Caring Transitions

Celinas Eclectic Studio

Chandler Center for the Arts

Chandler Chamber Community Foundation

Chandler Fashion Center

Chandler Fire Department Chandler Museum

Chandler Police Department Chompie's Contract Furnishings Mart

Crowne Plaza Phoenix-Chandler Golf Resort

Desert Financial Design 2 Move Pilates

Design2Move Pilates

Dogtopia of South Chandler doTERRA Essential Oils

DoubleTree Chandler Fit Society

Florindino's Garmin

Gila River Resorts & Casinos

Grimaldi's

Hob Nob Sports Grill

Legacy Lending USA

Local Listing Pro

LOOK Dine-In Cinemas

Lunch Money

Majestic Phoenix Marriott Phoenix Chandler Massage Luxe

Nando's Mexican Oakcreek Country Club

Ocotillo Golf Course Odysea Aquarium Oregano's Pork on a Fork

Premier Title Agency

Price Mortgage - Seth Tucker Ralph Guariglio Reliable Auto SanTan Chiropractic Scheels Sodalicious Southwest Gas SRP

Steve LeVine Entertainment Tap N Go Truck Co Texas Roadhouse

The Golf Club at Chaparral Pines The Sugar Bar

Thursday Lunch Leads Group

Tom's BBQ Topgolf

Uptown Jungle Von Hanson's Meats

Wednesday Ocotillo Leads Group We-Ko-Pa Golf Club

Wells Fargo - Susan Brinegar Western State Bank

Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium Wines for Humanity

MEMBER

CUSD Announces Weinberg Gifted Academy as 2022 National Blue Ribbon School

Chandler Unified School District (CUSD) is proud to announce that Weinberg Gifted Academy (WGA) has been named a 2022 National Blue Ribbon School. Six Arizona schools received the distinction today from the U.S. Department of Education, including Weinberg Gifted.

“This is a huge honor, and we are so proud to be recognized as one of the best schools in the nation,” said Jennifer Nusbaum, Weinberg Gifted Academy principal. “The WGA community works so passionately for our students and this recognition is a testament to our core values which are bravery, kindness, and adaptability.”

Dogtopia holds anniversary open house

On September 17 Dogtopia of South Chandler celebrated its third anniversary by welcoming the community to an open house for a behind-the-scenes peek at it’s premier dog daycare!

The event capped off a weeklong celebration to thank customers and the community for their support these last three years. Owners Susan and Michael Perlman opened their doors in 2019, offering services to the community that positively impact dogs and their families through consistent socialization, engagement and exercise.

“Our daycare enhances the joy of dog parenthood and enables dogs to positively change our world”, said Susan. “We have a wonderful community of families who are committed to the socialization and health of their pups which is positively impacting Chandler.

Grilled All Day. Braised All Night.

LoFi Eats is a modern and unique “Cryo-Market” concept based in Chandler, Arizona. During the Covid pandemic, LoFi Eats evolved from a scrappy, behind-the-bars taco spot into a full-scale meal-prep, catering, and pop-up restaurant!

Our mission is to hand-craft incredible meals and proteins, then make them easily available to our fans… from the convenience of their home freezer!

We braise, roast, or marinate our proteins overnight, then finish them with unforgettable sauces and fresh ingredients before quickfreezing them in convenient packages for the home kitchen. 5-star food is ready when you are!

You can swing by our new location at Alma School & Ray to pick out top-quality, fully cooked meal starters or our legendary GRIP pocket-sandwiches. Everything is frozen for ultimate freshness and convenience to jumpstart your home-cooked meals.

You can also find LoFi Eats out on the streets weekly. We serve up hot food and Cryo-Market selections at Gilbert Farmers Market, Downtown Farmers Market, Ahwatukee Farmers Market, and The Shop Beer Co. every week. Come out and support local!

In addition, our Dogtopia community has been so generous to our charitable initiatives which has allowed us to sponsor two service dogs for deserving veterans. After this week’s efforts, we are halfway to sponsoring a third service dog!”

To learn more about how Dogtopia helps our furry friends live long, healthy, and happy lives with services that address canine wellness in a holistic manner, call them at (480) 447-0655.

Visit Weinberg Gifted Academy HERE

Congratulations Jenn Sanchez!

2022 Intel Global Diversity, Inclusion & Social Impact Achievement Awards

• Honorable Mention for Inclusive Advocate of the Year (U.S. & Canada)

• Nomination for External Community Heroes of the Year

Jennifer W. Sanchez loves life. She is a problem solver, strategic disrupter, storyteller, connector and guru in corporate social responsibility, policy and communications. As Arizona community affairs manager for Intel’s Global Public Affairs and Sustainability team, she leads neighbor relations as the company invests $20 billion in building two new factories in the state. She also leads Intel Arizona’s PreK-12 School to STEAM

Pipeline strategy and partnerships. Sanchez developed the Equity in STEAM Initiative, in partnership with YWCA Metropolitan Phoenix, to address the Grand Canyon of women and people of color in STEAM. Sanchez formerly worked on the Global Communications Group supporting Global Diversity, Inclusion and Social Impact.

Prior to joining Intel, Sanchez was an award-winning journalist, writing for newspapers nationwide, including the Albuquerque Tribune and The Salt Lake Tribune. Reporting led her into public policy and nonprofit administration. Her experiences include lobbyist for marginalized communities; program director working with at-hope students; communications director for the Utah Senate Democrats; and surrogate operations director at the Democratic National Committee in Washington, D.C.

Sanchez received a Bachelor of Journalism and Public Affairs from the University of Texas at Austin and earned a Master’s of Public Administration from the University of Utah. She also received a Certificate in Public and Nonprofit Leadership from Georgetown University.

She is a fifth-generation Chicana from El Paso, Texas. Arizona is the ninth U.S. state she calls home. She loves living outside of her comfort zones, traveling, the outdoors, mentoring, dancing and the theater.

Crystal Water & Ice under new ownership

Crystal Water and Ice has been serving the Pecos/McQueen neighborhood for nearly 20 years. After being customers for several years, on April 1, 2022 Brian, Maribel and Nathaly had the opportunity to become the owners of their favorite ice cream spot.

Since then, it has been their mission to consistently provide customers with quality products in a clean and friendly environment. They are dedicated to providing the highest level of service to their customers, while striving to create an enjoyable workplace environment based on respect, trust and hard work.

The store provides reverse osmosis and alkaline drinking water, as well as bags and blocks of ice. Customers bring their own water containers to fill or pick up something new from their selection. There are 1, 3, and 5 gallon bottles including BPA free containers. Aside from having Thrifty Ice Cream and more than 30 flavors of shaved ice to choose from, you will find a variety of candy, chips, lottery tickets, and more.

Their name, “Crystal Water and Ice” reflects the quality of our main products. Our water and ice are crystal clear and great tasting. Stop by to say hello and treat yourself to the best ice cream around!

MEMBER

Making Every Drop Count by Charlie Water

SRP manages and delivers about half of the Valley’s water supply by delivering more than 244 billion gallons of water each year. For nearly 120 years, SRP has prepared the Arizona water supply for desert conditions. Through storing and studying dam water, storing water underground, measuring snow and water flow, and building water resiliency in certain municipalities, SRP is building a water supply to last for generations. Furthermore, SRP is collaborating with several partners including the Bureau of Reclamation, the Army Corp of Engineers at Roosevelt Dam, Central Arizona Project, and a number of federal government agencies to increase water storage capacity for further use.

Rest in Peace Richard Agins

Richard Agins passed away in Scotland on August 11th, 2022. Services will be held at a later date.

The Chandler Chamber sends our condolences to his wife, Kathy, and family.

Are you looking for the perfect venue for your corporate holiday event?

LOOK no further than LOOK Dine In Cinemas in Chandler! We make ordinary events fun and exciting!

And, if you book your event by Friday October 14, your group will receive one complimentary Infinity Pass!

The Infinity Pass is your ticket to a full year’s worth of movies and can be used for one ticket transaction per day for any showtime for the entire 2023 calendar year!

Dermatology office opens

SummitMD Dermatology

Chandler is a dermatology office new to the South Chandler area that is located on the corner of Cooper and Riggs Road. Dr. Jeffrey Ross Gunter, M.D., FAAD is the founder of SummitMD Dermatology and has over 38 years of experience. He has more experience with Mohs surgery, skin cancer excisions and cosmetic skin procedures than other specialists in the area and was also the Ambassador of Iceland while Trump was in presidency. Samantha Krage, MSN, NP-C is a state licensed and board-certified Nurse Practitioner specializing in medical and cosmetic dermatology.

Years of unprotected sun exposure can lead to the

development of skin cancers. Because of this increased sun exposure here in the valley of the sun, skin cancer surveillance is a necessity for the best health outcomes. Sun exposure also contributes to photoaging effects on the skin, such as sunspots, decreased elasticity, and exacerbations of various skin conditions, such as rosacea. At this clinic, we offer a wide variety of services, including skin checks, skin biopsies, surgical removal of skin cancers, chemical peels, and many other skin-related services. Call or come by to see us today so we can help you with your skin needs.

SummitMD Dermatology 5950 S Cooper Rd Ste 4, Chandler

MEET OUR CHANDLER CHAMBER AMBASSADORS

Ambassador of the Month

Congratulations Leslie Vogt

Steven Vogt CPA, the Chandler Chamber September Ambassador of the Month!

Outstanding Ambassadors for September 2022: 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 September:

Crystal King Arbonne International

Tim Boyles Weichert Relators

Renee Richeson Signarama Chandler

Chuck Wolf Caring Transitions

MIXERS

Wake Up Chandler

Wednesday Oct 12, 2022

8 AM – 9 AM

LOCATION: D’Vine Gourment 72 S San Marcos Pl, Chandler, AZ 85225

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. Hear from our event sponsor for 2022! Learn more about the featured non-profit: Live Love. The deadline to donate door prizes is noon the day before the event.

Contact: angie@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 October 20, 2022

4 PM – 5:30 PM

LOCATION: Double Tree by Hilton Phoenix Chandler Hotel 7475 W Chandler Blvd, Chandler, AZ 85226 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 $4100 and be registered by 12 noon the day of the event. The deadline to donate door prizes is noon the day before the event.

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

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CCCF LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

The Chandler Chamber Community Foundation Leadership Institute Class 38 completed another successful issue day! September’s issue day highlighted the Infrastructure & Environment within the Chandler area. The focus of this issue day was to build awareness of local development in areas of Chandler and the Valley infrastructure, as well as how we protect and use our environment.

The class had the opportunity to tour Ocotillo Water Reclamation Plant lead by

Director of Public Works, John Knudson. They received an informative hard hat tour of Air Products & Chemicals as well as a tour of the Chandler Traffic Department. On top of these tours, Class 38 heard from Salt River Project (SRP) Meteorologist, Bo Svoma.

In addition, Class 38 also learned about how these industry sectors play a key role in Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion through their monthly DE&I discussion with Tyler Conaway, Chandler Chamber DE&I Committee Co-Chair.

Infrastructure & Environment Issue Day

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