The Tempe Chamber of Commerce’s Business Excellence Awards honor one small business and one large business that serve as a positive role model to others and are active in the Tempe community. This year’s winners were announced on June 29th at the 2018 Tempe Chamber Annual Luncheon. The Chamber awarded MAC6 as the Small Business of the Year. MAC6 provides a collaborative … [More]
The Chamber Recognizes Outstanding Volunteers
The 2018 Spirit of Tempe award was given to Frank and Judy Woertz. This power couple has provided more than 40 years of service in Tempe. Their State Farm Insurance agency is recognized as one of the leaders within the entire company. Recently, Frank Woertz was named Volunteer of the Year in 2015 and also served as chairman of the Ambassador committee for two years. He was … [More]
Tempe.Pledge.Green is growing!
The Tempe Sustainability Pledge is a Tempe Chamber program where businesses commit to reducing their environmental footprint. In the last six months, the program has grown by 30 percent with new pledge takers and social media activity. Recent Tempe.Pledge.Green companies include SunTrac, TCH, The Deneau Law Firm, MAC6, Junior Achievement of Arizona and Pixel Photography. … [More]
18th Annual Sun Devil Football Kickoff Luncheon
Friday, Aug. 24, 2018, at Tempe Mission Palms This year’s luncheon was one of our best yet. Thank you to all Sun Devil alumni and fans, elected officials and dedicated volunteers who made this event a success. And a very special thanks to our partners who made it all possible: ASU Alumni, Sun Devil Club, San Tan Ford, Wells Fargo, ASU, Edward Jones, United Dairymen, … [More]
2018 Business Woman of the Year
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce recognized three finalists and announced the winner of the 23rd annual Business Woman of the Year award at the recent 2018 Leadership Conference & Expo. The award recognizes an individual’s excellence in their chosen field and demonstrated leadership within the community. The award honors those who serve as a positive role model to others and … [More]
New Faces at Tempe Chamber of Commerce
Ariyanna Norman Hired as Marketing and Event Coordinator The Tempe Chamber of Commerce has hired Ariyanna Norman, an Arizona State graduate and event enthusiast, to serve as the Marketing and Event Coordinator. Norman will use online platforms and graphic design to promote the organization’s initiatives and assist with the creation and execution of events. Norman graduated … [More]
2018 Business Excellence Award Finalists Announced
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce is excited to reveal the finalists for the 2018 Business Excellence Awards! The awards honor one small business and one large business that serves as a positive role model to others and is active in the Tempe community. Each finalist has a strong business mission and an impressive history of giving back. The winner in each category will be … [More]
Tempe Chamber Members Support Sustainable Business
The Pledge was developed to help businesses learn how to reduce waste, energy and water usage and to develop sustainable purchasing programs. With the launch of this program over a year ago, the goal of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce is to help make businesses and the communities in which they operate more resilient and sustainable. This comprehensive online resource and … [More]
New Brand for Tempe Chamber of Commerce
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the launch of their refreshed logo and updated mission statement as part of the evolution of the organization’s new brand. The Chamber has grown and evolved over the years, and most recently launched a new website and member management technology. Keeping in line with the forward momentum, they have refreshed their logo to … [More]
State Sen. Bowie Visits Tempe Chamber Businesses
In an afternoon tour of Tempe Chamber of Commerce businesses last week, state Sen. Sean Bowie (D-18) pledged support for businesses in his district and proposed new legislation that could create a larger pipeline of skilled workers. The senator stopped by four south Tempe businesses, with employee numbers ranging from 14 to 6,400. The businesses were Insight, a technology … [More]
Tempe Chamber Military Affairs Committee Gives Annual Donation to Toys for Tots
As part of their holiday luncheon, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce’s Military Affairs Committee gave a large donation of toys and cash to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve’s Toys for Tots program. The committee has partnered with the foundation for several years’ running. As in previous years, the Tempe South Rotary Club partnered with the Military Affairs Committee and provided a … [More]
Karen Meyer Hired as Tempe Chamber Business Development Director
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce has hired Karen Meyer, a Tempe native and former business owner, to serve as the Business Development Director. Meyer will lead the Chamber’s effort to recruit new businesses into the organization and enhance our ability to serve the Tempe business community. A major focus area of Meyer’s will be to ensure that Chamber membership packages are … [More]
Tempe Chamber Honors Servicemembers at Goldwater Air Base
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce and its Military Affairs Committee honored an officer and an enlisted Guardsman in the 161st Air Refueling Wing during a ceremony at Goldwater Air National Guard Base in Phoenix Wednesday, Oct. 11. Referred to as the Plough/Truman Award, the award was established to honor Maj. Truman Young, a pilot, and Tech. Sgt. Donald Plough, a boom operator, … [More]
Tempe Chamber of Commerce Supports School District Overrides, Bond in November Elections
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors voted August 22 to support the bonds and overrides proposed by the Kyrene Elementary School District and the Tempe Union High School District. The bond and override questions will be on the November ballot for Tempe voters to consider. The Tempe Chamber believes the money is needed and will enhance the education experience for … [More]
Tempe Chamber Announces New Members of the Board of Directors
The Tempe Chamber of Commerce has confirmed three new members to its board of directors. Their terms will begin July 1. The new members of the board are: Tina Lee OneAZ Credit Union Lee is a seasoned financial services professional and a former small-business owner. She has been with OneAZ Credit Union for more than 20 years, serving as a branch manager and loan … [More]
U.S. Rep. Kyrsten Sinema to Receive U.S. Chamber’s Spirit of Enterprise Award in Tempe (with photo op and Q&A)
U.S. Rep. Kyrsten Sinema, representing the Arizona ninth district in the House of Representatives, was honored with the Spirit of Enterprise Award from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce at a ceremony hosted by the Tempe Chamber of Commerce on August 31. “We are honored to be represented by a member of Congress who places a priority to continue positive economic growth and limited … [More]
Desirae Noonan Awarded Tempe Chamber Volunteer of the Year
Desirae Noonan has been named the Tempe Chamber Volunteer of the Year and was honored at the Chamber’s Annual Luncheon on June 29. Noonan, the branch manager of Express Employment Professionals in Tempe, was involved in another chamber of commerce in Illinois at another job before moving to Arizona. She had her office re-join the Tempe Chamber in October 2015, and soon … [More]
Robin Arredondo-Savage Honored with Spirit of Tempe Award
Robin Arredondo-Savage, Vice Mayor for the City of Tempe and a local small business owner, was honored by the Tempe Chamber of Commerce by receiving the Chamber’s annual Spirit of Tempe Award. The award recognizes a lifetime achievement of service, dedication and contribution to the community and honors hard work and a strong commitment to improving the quality of life in … [More]
