This fall, the 6th Street Market in Downtown Tempe returns for its 5th season! On Sunday, October 4, 2020 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m., an array of local artists, makers and food creatives will descend to 6th Street Park to sell and showcase their work to the community. “An outdoor market is very important to the community,” Julie Kent, organizer of the 6th Street Market, said. “Now, … [More]
Local Foundation Continues to Fund Nonprofits During COVID-19
In a move that illustrates a continued, strong commitment to nonprofits, the David R. Sellers Foundation has funded several nonprofits during the COVID-19 pandemic and officially launched its website. “Some entities have pulled back during the COVID-19 crisis but the David R. Sellers Foundation has done just the opposite – we are continuing to identify nonprofits with the … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Sep 24: East Valley Partnership – An Election of a Lifetime
Will shifting demographics turn Arizona from red to blue? Will our state be ready for what could be a rash of mail-in ballots? And what effect will the election results have on businesses and residents? These are among the questions that will be answered at An Election of a Lifetime, a free event hosted by PHX East Valley Partnership, SRP and Alliance Bank of Arizona, from … [More]
Three Job Search Reality Checks during the Pandemic
Not hearing back is one of the most painful aspects of a professional job search, but "very much a reality during the crazy times pandemic of 2020." That is the view of job hunting and career guide author Brenda Abdilla, who has come out with a new book Outsmarting Crazytown: A Business Novel About How Derailed Professionals Can Get Back On Track (2020, Indie Books … [More]
Phoenix-Area Restaurant among Winners in Discover’s $5 Million Commitment to Support Black-Owned Restaurants
Monroe’s Hot Chicken, a Black-owned restaurant in Phoenix, has won $25,000 from Discover’s Eat it Forward program. Discover is giving 200 $25,000 awards to Black-owned restaurants across the country to help them bounce back from the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, which has disproportionately impacted the Black community. The winners are randomly selected based on the … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Sep 17: 5th Annual Women in Global Leadership
Global Chamber® "Women in Global Leadership" was created when we started 5 years ago, and we're pleased to continue the tradition with the co-developer of the idea, Jaime Daddona (Partner, Squire Patton Boggs), and an illustrious panel of leaders. In the last two years we've added one 'token' man because we believe that men need to be part of this discussion. Thursday we're … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Sep 17: Phoenix Virtual Career Fair for Veterans
In times like this, military values like courage, integrity, loyalty, and selfless service shine more than ever. Does your organization need people who practice those values? We would love to connect you (virtually, of course) with them. REGISTER HERE To best serve you, we’ve moved our job fairs online and will resume our physical events as soon as possible. Our … [More]
