Global Chamber® offers weekly articles on our blog about member successes around the world. Below are some brief snippets from the past few weeks. Basically, every day something good happens somewhere in the world, as members grow within their metro and well beyond. Every time you hear a phone ring, someone in the global tribe just got her or his wings, … [More]
Staying Ahead of NAFTA Trade Law Changes
Thank you to the team at Polsinelli for sharing a dozen top legal experts at seven locations across the U.S. to discuss NAFTA and trade. Trade deals, rules and laws are changing weekly, so we encourage our importing, exporting and investing members to stay ahead of the changes. The Polsinelli law firm provided expert knowledge for companies looking to grow under the upcoming … [More]
12 Habits for Warm Connectors
Every day, we guide members in their “warm connecting” with other members and people who have been identified as good connections. Warm connecting is a focused, effective way of networking. There are many ways to network but, for most of our members, warm connecting is the best because there is some thought about their business goals before we make that warm introduction — and … [More]
Key Business Insights for Investing in Africa
Businesses should look past economic data to judge where in Africa to invest. Otherwise, they are setting themselves up for higher risk and potential failure by seeing only a small fraction of the entire picture. Global Chamber® member In On Africa recently published the 2017 Africa Country Benchmark Report (ACBR), presenting the most comprehensive view of the intermingling … [More]
Tips for Cross-Cultural Communication
Global Chamber® was pleased to recently host a worldwide discussion for exporters, importers and cross-border investors looking to be more effective in their global business by improving their cross-cultural communications. This is a regional program, and the next one is January 16th with more experts. We speak with experts on globalization, localization and translation to … [More]
Trade Missions to New Markets Worldwide
Global Chamber® is pleased to partner with USTDA (U.S. Trade and Development Agency) on a continuous stream of “reverse trade missions” that expose U.S. exporters to new business opportunities in countries around the world. Many of the opportunities are in infrastructure, power generation and industrial development — including automotive, aerospace, healthcare and more. For … [More]
We can’t go back to the future …
If you lived through the ‘80s, you will definitely remember an iconic moment from Back to the Future. It’s the moment Marty McFly, played by Michael J. Fox, realizes his future is at risk of never happening as his siblings begin to disappear from a family photo. Much like young Marty, we can’t forget what the picture of our future as a community might look like if we don’t … [More]
The Nonprofit/For-Profit Connection: AWE Corporate Interiors and Cancer Support Community AZ
As a full-service, woman-owned, office furniture dealership, AWE Corporate Interiors had an idea that would not only help the Cancer Support Community Arizona (CSACZ) — the leader in providing FREE emotional support to anyone impacted by cancer — but would also benefit its manufacturer representatives. Five years ago, Andrea Moseley, president, CEO and owner of AWE, was … [More]
998, 999, 1,000!
The Alliance was excited to reach a huge milestone in 2017 — reaching 1,000 members! We have experienced tremendous growth, going from 750 members in 2015 to 1,000 in 2017. To celebrate, we gave away $1,000 to three lucky nonprofits at our Annual Conference in September. Matthew’s Crossing Food Bank provides a number of programs to help our neighbors in need with … [More]
Your Business and Arizona Gives Day
Arizona is home to more than 20,000 nonprofits that provide services we rely on every day. Our nonprofits create safe places to learn, live, and fulfill dreams. They enrich our lives through art and culture, and protect our natural wonders, cultural heritage and human dignity. In order to strengthen Arizona’s nonprofit community, Arizona Gives Day was created as a way to … [More]
On The Board and In The Spotlight: Shaylinn Aleman
Name: Shaylinn Aleman Company: Arizona College Access Network Job Title: Membership Manager Board: Alliance of Arizona Nonprofits Board Title: Apprentice Board Member How long have you served on this board? I am in my second year. What drew you to this organization? In 2016, I joined a program called the Manifesto Project, which, essentially, pairs a young … [More]
The Board’s Role in Advocacy: An Expectation for Engaged Leadership
Advocacy is a powerful way to leverage the important mission work that your organization does in your community. Board members — as influential community leaders — can help increase the likelihood of your nonprofit’s success by engaging in advocacy. Fundamentally, board members are champions for their missions and have an opportunity to connect their passion for their … [More]
