Who would have guessed that science could trump sports rivalries when it came to Arizona universities actually getting along in the same space? Instead of heated competition, the annual Connect2STEM event at The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix was the scene where representatives from Arizona State University and Northern Arizona University joined their … [More]
System Support
An idea that’s good for Safford might be good for Globe. And it might even be perfect for Chinle. But without the right network to share that idea, it might just stay in Safford — or miss the opportunity to get even better with feedback from others. This is an example of a scenario that the Arizona Technology Council and others supporting a STEM ecosystem are trying to … [More]
President’s Message: Is It the System?
Most systems are fallible at conception because they are not designed for everyone to excel. Systems are generally created to reinforce beliefs or constructs that already exist. And in some cases, concerns for the minority, meaning those who are not represented in the decision-making, are not part of the equation. This lack of consideration leads to oppression if gone … [More]
Telling Your WHY Story to Connect
Finding the perfect pair of pants that look great from every angle —that’s an age-old quest with a modern solution thanks to Sara Blakely. Her coveted shapewear solution became Spanx, a now billion-dollar company. Blakely experienced a problem and created a solution. That’s what entrepreneurs do! You started your business to somehow address a need or overcome a problem. That … [More]
How to Get Out of Your Head and Write from Your Heart
You’re under a deadline to write a 750-word blog in a couple of hours. What do you do? If you’re anything like me, you start writing a sentence, then correct a word in that sentence, write a second sentence, delete the first sentence, then delete the second sentence — and you’re back at ground zero with just 90 minutes left on the clock to finish. “What in the world am I … [More]
Find Your Brand Voice It’s Right Behind Your Smile
Chances are good you have settled into 2020 and the new decade. Goals are set and you are optimistic about reaching them by planning your work and working your plan. You know what you offer and feel confident around your process for delivery. There’s only one problem: You don’t feel comfortable with how you communicate it. The MOST IMPORTANT part of selling yourself, your … [More]
5 Ways to Manage Risk as a Business Owner
I worked with a business owner several years ago who unexpectedly passed away after a heart attack. He was in the prime of his life; having spent nearly 20 years building his business to the point where he had “made it,” he was finally able to enjoy the success he had built for himself and his family. Then, everything changed in an instant. Thankfully, he had life insurance … [More]
How to Put the Heart back into Leadership
Photo courtesy of Financial Potion In a 2018 article, “The Real Crisis in Leadership,” Forbes shared the following data: “One in two employees at some point in their career leave their job to get away from their manager — solely in an effort to improve their overall lives. Think about this fact for a moment: 50% of employees leave their jobs at some point because their … [More]
Do What you Love … and Lead Your Money!
Remember 30 years ago when Marsha Sinetar told us to Do What You Love and the Money Will Follow? What an encouraging and inspiring idea! You do your passion. You trust. You will be supported. So has that been your experience? Really? The answer for me and smart, hardworking businesswomen like our NAWBO sisters is YES, when we do what we love, it’s satisfying. But — and it’s … [More]
Women in Business Council Announces the 2019-2020 Mentoring Program
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce’s Women in Business Council launched its annual mentoring program with 10 pairs of mentors and protégés. The selected participants began the six-month program on December 12th, 2019. The Mentoring Program was created in order to assist women and men in reaching and achieving their personal and professional goals and to create an environment in … [More]
EVCCA Launches Healthcare Program for Businesses
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce in partnership with the East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance (EVCCA) recently launched Lifestyle Health Plans. This health insurance program is designed to help East Valley employers save money on healthcare premiums and provide a robust wellness plan and quality care to employees. This level-funded program can save members 5 to 15 percent … [More]
Tempe Chamber Launches Hownd Partnership
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce launched its inaugural Affinity Partnership with Hownd (formerly FetchRev) in November 2019, to bring a patent-pending effortless promotions platform to its members. Hownd’s platform generates the new and repeat customers local merchants need to grow their business and consistently generate more profitable revenue. It delivers a local merchant’s … [More]
Tempe Chamber Welcomes Ayrianna Drayton, Marketing & Event Coordinator
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce hired Ayrianna Drayton to serve as the Marketing and Event Coordinator this past June. In her new role, Ayrianna Drayton is responsible for the development, coordination, implementation and maintenance of marketing campaigns and events. Her role is vital to enhancing and expanding the Chamber’s membership base, programs, special events and … [More]
21st Annual State of the City with Mayor Mark Mitchell
“The Evolution of Our City” was the theme of this year’s 21st Annual State of the City hosted by the Tempe Chamber of Commerce at the Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at The Buttes. Mayor Mark Mitchell welcomed a sold-out crowd of 600 distinguished sponsors and guests to hear him reflect on the past year’s success and how Tempe is planning ahead and evolving for the future of an … [More]
Tempe Chamber of Commerce Receives Youth Advocacy Award
On November 13th, the Tempe Chamber was honored with the Youth Advocate Award at Tempe Coalition’s 3rd Annual Celebrating Champions for Youth event. The award recognizes the success of the chamber’s Career Ready Tempe program and its impact on reducing youth risk behaviors in Tempe. Last summer, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the City of Tempe, launched … [More]
Moved Beyond Measure
The air moving in and out of our lungs is something that, while we cannot see it, moves us — it provides us with critical, life-giving breath that allows us to live and do all the things we love most in life. It even gives us the strength and endurance to confront and overcome life’s most difficult moments. This unseen yet powerful force is always present, yet not often … [More]
Building a Bright Future Together: The Nonprofit Sector & The Arizona We Want
The nonprofit sector plays a critical role in advancing the issues that matter most to Arizonans and helping us realize The Arizona We Want. At the Center for the Future of Arizona (CFA), we are committed to bringing Arizonans together to build a bright future for our state. This commitment is embodied in The Arizona We Want, a shared vision of success around what matters … [More]
Arizona Gives Day 2020 – Invest In Arizona
April 7, 2020, will mark the eighth year of Arizonans investing and rallying behind the nonprofit community for Arizona Gives Day, a day of statewide online giving that has raised more than $17 million for Arizona nonprofits. Any qualified Arizona nonprofit can register to participate, and any person can find their cause to donate to at AZGives.org — 365 days a year. Each … [More]
