The Gilbert Chamber Foundation will host a community dialog at the 2021 Business & Education Summit with focus on how businesses and schools have been impacted by the changes of 2020, and how to forge a path forward this year and beyond. Keynote speakers Maria Anguiano, Executive Vice President of Learning Enterprise with ASU and Representative Jennifer Pawlik, AZ House … [More]
WEBINAR – Feb 2 and 4: Arizona Small Business Boot Camp & Collective
UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for next week's Boot Camp sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SESSION 116: TUESDAY - February 2 | 9:00 AM The 10 Steps to Starting a Business in Arizona Join us for an informative session that will break down the step-by-step process of starting a … [More]
WEBINAR – Feb 3: Selling to the Federal Government (Virtual Workshop)
Small business contractors continue to play an important role in helping federal agencies to respond during the COVID-19 pandemic. Opportunities remain available for small businesses to bid on contracts and contribute to the mission of agencies. Join us for an overview of how to sell to the federal government, to include SBA programs and certifications to assist your small … [More]
WEBINAR – Feb 9: Business in Focus – What Your Business Needs to Know About Prop 207
The passing of Prop 207 last November legalized the recreational use of marijuana for adults in the state of Arizona. It now leaves employers with many questions on how the new law would impact their current policies and what they need to do to remain in compliance with new legal guidelines. Join the Greater Phoenix Chamber as employment law attorney Melanie Pate provides … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Jan 29: Real Estate After Prop 207: Redefining a Budding Industry
Real Estate After Prop 207: Redefining a Budding Industry Following the passage of Prop 207, the law and public opinion have changed with respect to the use, production, and distribution of cannabis in Arizona, while the Federal Government has continued to prohibit cannabis, for any use, under the Controlled Substances Act of 1970. How will local governments, … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 26: GPEC Regional Report: Healthcare & the Economy
The Greater Phoenix Economic Council (GPEC) is hosting the latest installment of its virtual series, ‘Regional Report,’ on Tuesday, Jan. 26 at noon focused on Healthcare & the Economy. Expert panelists will provide updates about the regional and national economy, COVID’s impact in Arizona and what residents can anticipate from the vaccine rollout. Panelists include: … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 27: Employee Retention Tax Credit + PPP: The CPAs tell you what to know for your business
Join NFIB’s next COVID-19 webinar for in-depth discussion with small business experts from Anders CPAs on the expanded Employee Retention Tax Credit (ERTC) and PPP updates. This will be a 45-minute webinar followed by 30 minutes of live Q&A. Anders expert CPAs and financial consults will cover the following important topics: Who is eligible for the ERTC? How … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 26 and 28: Arizona Small Business Boot Camp & Collective
UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for next week's Boot Camp sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SESSION 114: TUESDAY - January 26 | 9:00 AM Yelp Communications and Reputation Management in 2021 Join us for an interactive session on best Yelp practices to help grow your business, … [More]
Nationally Recognized Diversity and Inclusion Expert Jennifer Brown to Host “Leading Inclusively in times of Crisis and Beyond”
Jennifer Brown, a nationally renowned diversity and inclusion expert and best-selling author, will host Leading Inclusively in times of Crisis and Beyond, the latest in a series of monthly educational equity webinars hosted by University of Phoenix. Brown, who has been featured in the New York Times, Wall Street Journal, Harvard Business Review, is known for creating … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Jan 28: East Valley Roundtable with Governor Doug Ducey
The East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance and the PHX East Valley Partnership are pleased to present this online East Valley Roundtable with the Honorable Governor Ducey. Chamber members $25 / Non-members $50. Sponsor for only $500 and it includes 10 meeting links! REGISTER HERE … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 19, 20 & 21: Arizona Small Business Boot Camp & Collective
UPCOMING SESSIONS Please join us for next week's Boot Camp sessions. If you missed any sessions this week, watch here. SESSION 112: TUESDAY - January 19 | 9:00 AM Bringing Your Brand to Life Join us for a discussion on experiential branding, featuring local branding agency, Blaze Experts. Learn how to brand your business with … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Jan 28: Phoenix Virtual Career Fair for Veterans
As we start a new year, does your organization need people who practice values like courage, integrity, loyalty, and selfless service? Military-experienced talent exemplifies all of these and more, and we would love to connect you with them at our upcoming RecruitMilitary virtual career fair. Our virtual career fairs provide you: • Access to all registered candidates’ … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 21: Four Actions Small Businesses are Taking to Help Navigate Today’s Environment
It’s no secret that the events of 2020 have drastically impacted small businesses in many aspects. Yet, at the same time, there are businesses that have adapted despite the challenges of social distancing, stay-at-home orders, and overall customer uncertainty and unease. What did they do differently? We invite you to join us for a webcast on January 21 to find out. Wells … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 14: Shuttered Venue Operators Grant
Are you a theatrical producer, talent representative, venue promoter or do you operate a live venue, live performing arts organization, movie house or cultural institution and have been impacted by COVID-19? Register for SBA’s webinar on Thursday, Jan. 14, at 12 p.m. PT, for a preliminary overview of the Shuttered Venue Operators Grant program included in the Economic Aid to … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 14: Paycheck Protection Program for Small Business
What do small business owners need to know about the new Federal COVID-19 relief package? What financial resources are available? Who qualifies, and how does the application process work? What about PPP loan forgiveness? Join the Tempe Chamber of Commerce on Thursday, January 14th for an informative session featuring our special guest James Pipper, Lead Economic Development … [More]
WEBINAR – Jan 13: PPP Round 2 Application Step-by-Step and Vaccine Updates for Small Businesses
Join NFIB's next COVID webinar for in-depth discussion of the rules for a second PPP loan. We will also be joined by Jessica Brown, Esq., an employment attorney from the law firm of Gibson Dunn to address common employer questions related to the COVID vaccine. Beth, Holly, and Jessica will cover the following important topics: The NEW SBA PPP guidance and application … [More]
VIRTUAL EVENT – Jan 13: Governor Ducey in Conversation with the West Valley
WESTMARC will be hosting Governor Doug Ducey for a virtual discussion on his legislative priorities as they relate to the West Valley. The discussion moderated by WESTMARC President and CEO, Sintra Hoffman will be interactive addressing YOUR questions on how we move forward together in 2021. The Governor will take questions, so please send your inquiries to Sintra Hoffman in … [More]
West Valley Leaders Launch Target Industry Spotlight and Virtual Job Matching Series
Regional leadership including WESTMARC, AZ@Work-Maricopa County, PipelineAZ and Brightworks Consulting have partnered to launch a West Valley Industry Spotlight and Virtual Job Matching series in collaboration with the fifteen (15) communities of the West Valley. The series, sponsored by Arizona State University (ASU), will focus on the six (6) industries targeted by the … [More]
