AZ Impact for Good has been recognized by ASAE with a 2023 Gold Circle Award in the E-Newsletter category. The Gold Circle Awards competition is the premier association marketing, membership and communications award that recognizes excellence, innovation and achievement in association/nonprofit marketing, membership and communications programs. This year’s competition received … [More]
Giving Back with Giving eCards
In an age when instant gratification is more the norm than giving back and philanthropy, AZ Impact for Good has made it easier to change some of this behavior with its Arizona Gives Giving eCard. A Giving eCard is truly a gift that keeps on giving and the dollars stay local. These gifts help nonprofits provide vital services and improve our economy. The purchaser is also able … [More]
Tempe Chamber and Rio Salado College Partner on Tempe Workforce Skills Accelerator, Presented by Amazon
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce and Rio Salado College have partnered to create the Tempe Workforce Skills Accelerator, which will offer three microcredentials to Tempe businesses to upskill their workforce. Through a partnership with the Tempe Chamber Foundation and Amazon, there will also be 20 scholarships available to underwrite the costs for those employers that would … [More]
Tempe Micro Manufacturing Program Provides $800,000 to BIPOC Business Owners
Earlier this year, a total of 29 Black, Indigenous and people of color micro-manufacturers received up to $25,000 in grant funds they can use to help them grow their businesses. Micro-manufacturing is the creation of products in small quantities, often using smaller manufacturing facilities. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration, about 11% of Arizona small … [More]
Tempe Chamber Foundation Receives $125,000 Grant from Wells Fargo for Minority Women in Business
Wells Fargo recently awarded the Tempe Chamber Foundation a $125,000 grant to benefit minority women business owners and presented it at the Summit for Black Women Entrepreneurs. Joining the Chamber in receiving the grant check was Mayor Corey Woods, who spoke about the importance of empowering business owners and ensuring minority youth see themselves represented in public and … [More]
Tempe Chamber Aims to Boost Health, Wellness & Sustainability in Tempe with Annual Summit
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to attend the 2023 Health, Wellness & Sustainability Summit, presented by SRP, on Friday, September 22nd at the SRP PERA Club. This event will include national and local experts who will offer business solutions and programs to help your organization save money and resources through sustainable practices. Attendees will learn … [More]
Tempe Chamber Aims to Boost Health, Wellness & Sustainability in Tempe with Annual Summit
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce welcomes you to attend the 2023 Health, Wellness & Sustainability Summit, presented by SRP, on Friday, September 22nd at the SRP PERA Club. This event will include national and local experts who will offer business solutions and programs to help your organization save money and resources through sustainable practices. Attendees will learn … [More]
Tempe Chamber Celebrates Great Local Businesses at 2023 Business Excellence Awards
On Friday, May 19th, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce celebrated and recognized incredible businesses and leaders within our community at the 2023 Business Excellence Awards, presented by Southwest Airlines. Attendees at the Doubletree by Hilton Phoenix Tempe heard the State of the Chamber address from our President and CEO Colin Diaz, ACE, IOM, highlighting our successes and … [More]
Tempe Chamber Foundation
The Tempe Chamber Foundation carries out the charitable and educational objectives of the Tempe Chamber that positively impact Tempe’s quality of life. Tempe Leadership is a program of the Tempe Chamber Foundation, and more than 850 dedicated individuals have participated since its inception in 1985. Tempe Leadership also offers the Tempe Youth Leadership program and Tempe … [More]
Tempe Leadership
Tempe Leadership is a program of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce Foundation, and more than 700 diverse, dedicated individuals have participated in Tempe Leadership since its inception in 1985. Tempe Leadership brings together community-minded individuals in the community to engage and challenge one another, learn more about the ins and outs of Tempe and, most importantly, make a … [More]
Career Ready Tempe
Career Ready Tempe is a youth-workforce pilot program, funded by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation’s Career Readiness Lab Grant and the City of Tempe’s Innovation Fund. The program aims to prepare Tempe youth to participate in the future workforce and to develop the youth-talent pipeline in the City of Tempe so that it aligns with industry needs. This year, the program … [More]
CEO Roundtables Created to Connect Industry Leaders, Policy Makers and Elected Officials
In Fall 2023, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce will begin hosting a quarterly series of CEO Roundtables to address industry needs, find solutions and create discussion about future policy. The program will feature C-suite executives, elected officials and policymakers. Focus industries will include hospitality, food & beverage, manufacturing, retail, entertainment, education, … [More]
Business Academy: Education & Training for Small Business Owners
Join other leaders in the community for the 2023–2024 Business Academy co-sponsored by Rio Salado College and presented by Wells Fargo. Gain valuable knowledge to help you grow your business! Exclusively for Tempe Chamber Members, the Tempe Chamber Business Academy is an opportunity for businesses and business leaders to gain the knowledge they need to grow their companies and … [More]
Women in Business Mentorship Program Fosters Future Leaders in the Chamber
The Women in Business Council will be hosting a Mentoring Program starting in December of 2023. 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 which they can prosper and celebrate their success. Being mentored is one of the most valuable and effective development … [More]
Where did all the optimism go?
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Phoenix, Arizona: Closing the Optimism Gap
On June 5th, I sat in a room full of powerful women in Washington, D.C., and we discussed the findings of the 2023 Small Business Owner Report from the Bank of America. As the president of the Phoenix Chapter of the National Association of Women Business Owners, I couldn’t help but reflect on the optimism gap that exists between women business owners and their male … [More]
Breaking Barriers: Empowering Women and Advancing Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, the importance of diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) cannot be overstated. While all businesses can benefit from embracing DEI principles, it holds particular significance for women-led small businesses. As we strive for success and empowerment, understanding and actively incorporating DEI practices become vital for growth and … [More]
The True Measure of a Woman’s Success
Many years ago, I was awarded my very first job in sales management. After only three years with the company, I was promoted to sales manager of their top billing property. News spread quickly throughout the industry and soon the phone was ringing off the hook with congratulations and well-wishers. It was fourth quarter, people were in a celebratory mood, and I was looking … [More]
Women in Graphic Recording: A Growing Force in the Industry
Whenever I tell people that I do graphic recording, I’ll often get a blank stare and maybe a head nod. The more curious person might ask, “Oh, what is graphic recording?” Graphic recording is a visual communication method that uses a combination of drawing, writing and sketching to capture the essence of a keynote speech, a business presentation, brainstorm session or a … [More]
