24th Annual State of the City Address with Mayor Corey Woods
In its 24th year, the State of the City event provides a valuable opportunity to enjoy a breakfast with civic, business and political leaders of the Valley. The 24th Annual State of the City is presented by Edward Jones, and will be held at the Marriott Phoenix Resort Tempe at the Buttes.
Mayor Corey Woods will deliver this year’s State of the City address, which will highlight key business development initiatives, provide strategic municipal progress updates, address challenges and opportunities, and provide a glimpse into the city’s future. The address will be followed by a fireside chat with Tempe Chamber President and CEO Colin Diaz, ACE, IOM.
This event is open to the public. Individual tickets and tables can be purchased online at www.tempechamber.org/events.
Contact David Key at the Chamber office if your organization is interested in sponsoring the event.
Upcoming Events
Copper 5 Awards
November 9, 2022 – 11:30am-1:00pm
Arizona Air National Guard 161st Refueling Wing
The Tempe Chamber Military Affairs Committee (MAC) is proud to invite you to an annual event to honor the crew of the “Copper 5” featuring the Plough and Young Awards. Lunch is included. In cooperation with the Arizona Air National Guard, the Tempe MAC has been holding this annual event to honor one outstanding officer and one outstanding enlisted member on duty with the 161st Air Refueling Wing to commemorate the Copper 5 crew.
Economic Outlook & State of the District
February 3, 2023 – 9-10:30am
Grace Community Church
Each year, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce presents the State of the District, a Federal Update with the 9th District U.S. Congressman. This event welcomes community, educational, political and civic leaders for brunch while Representative Greg Stanton provides an update on federal issues affecting our district, state and country. This year’s event will also include an economic outlook panel with key partners that include the City of Tempe.
Red, White & Blue Awards
March 15, 2023 – 8:30-10:00am
Grace Community Church
The Tempe Chamber Military Affairs Committee is proud to announce the 4th Annual Red, White & Blue Awards Ceremony, presented by BD & The Arizona Coyotes. This event is held to recognize stellar members of our local military through scholarships and special recognition awards. The scholarships will include the Merle Fister Veteran Scholarship and three scholarships awarded to ASU ROTC cadets. The awards will include Kyle Brayer Veteran in Public Safety Award, 944th Fighter Wing “Graydon Williams Award,” BUC Joel E. Baldwin Memorial Award and the 63rd Fighter Squadron “Trip Grace Memorial Award.”