The Tempe Chamber of Commerce serves as a voice of business, a catalyst for economic growth and a champion for a strong community, representing more than 550 businesses with more than 70,000 employees. We make a bottom-line impact for the community by advocating for a favorable business climate through interactive public policy engagement and providing ongoing representation in government at local, state and federal levels. We facilitate network development among our members through training workshops, committees, mixers and conferences. Our programs and events build relationships and develop leadership skills, while serving the greater community.
For more than a century, the Tempe Chamber has been dedicated to sustaining Tempe’s quality of life and keeping our community and economy vibrant. Our strength is derived from our members. Those who invest in the community through membership in the Tempe Chamber support initiatives in education and workforce development, public policy and business development.
What is your 2023 focus?
Tempe Chamber priorities include workforce development and furthering our commitment to DE&I initiatives. Our goal is to help our employers hire and retain great talent through education, professional development opportunities and talent pipelines. We are focused on promoting diverse leaders and future leaders in the Tempe business community, supplier diversity that prioritizes procurement from underserved communities, and providing the tools and resources for those in the business community to establish their own DE&I programs.
What are the top benefits of membership and/or participation?
An investment in the Tempe Chamber of Commerce is an investment in the Tempe business community. Our members benefit from our initiatives in education and workforce development, public policy and business development. Signature events are a great way to connect with the larger business community and increase the visibility of a business through key sponsorship opportunities. Our committees and programs give our members an opportunity to make meaningful connections and grow their influence while supporting the community through mentoring or volunteer opportunities.
Local Leader: Colin Diaz, ACE, IOM
Title: President and CEO
How Long with Organization? 8 months
For more than a century, the Tempe Chamber has been dedicated to sustaining Tempe’s quality of life and keeping our community and economy vibrant.
Organization Name: Tempe Chamber of Commerce
Main Local Office: 1438 W. Broadway Rd., Suite 213, Tempe, AZ 85283
Phone: (480) 736-4296
Website: www.tempechamber.org
No. of Members: 550
Types of Membership: We have a basic membership that meets the needs of entrepreneurs and small businesses, up to community-level memberships that give community-minded organizations.
No. of Events per year: 172
Biggest Annual Event:
State of the City
October 2023
What should a prospective member know about your organization?: We are proud to have been a partner in Tempe’s long history of growth and achievement and look forward to making your success our business.
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