Oasis in the Desert - Saying Thanks Has Never Been More Fun

Join us for Oasis in the Desert this evening, Feb. 24, from 6-9 p.m. at the Waterfront in Tempe. This casual, fun, relaxed evening features delicious food and desserts served by local restaurants, soft drinks, a specialty coffee/espresso cart, music and dancing, silent auctions and a bar with the first drink on us.

“Yes” on Prop 400 to Benefit Tempe

Tempe hoteliers, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Tempe Community, residents and the City Council are rallying behind Proposition 400, which would increase the tax on hotel rooms by 2 percent.

Choosing Your Tax Practitioner

In the State of Arizona, there are no licensing requirements to prepare tax returns. This means that anybody can simply “hang a shingle” and call themselves a tax preparer. Lawyers, Certified Public Accountants and Enrolled Agents are professionals who are licensed either by the State or the US Treasury Department.

Territory of Love and the Love of Territory

We took advantage of all that was offered to us. We did only what was good for ourselves. We didn’t take care of what we had. We used up all of its goodness.
So it is with our great state – Arizona.

Free Business Solution Clinic Offered by Tempe Chamber

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Business Solutions Clinic to provide complimentary business counseling sessions with industry experts.

Tax Tips

Tempe Chamber member Laura Opstad, CPA shares some tips for tax filers.

Business Incentives Often Misunderstood

Mary Ann Miller

Sale!  Coupons!  Rebates!
As consumers we’re always on the lookout for these.  We check the newspapers and sign up for e-mail notices.  If something particularly good comes by, we might even share it with friends.  From Black Friday to Cash for Clunkers to a free Grand Slam Breakfast, we’re interested in and react to [...]

Make the Most of Your Lunch Break

With the new year now in full swing, what are you doing to boost your business? If you’re like many, finding extra time to network might seem nearly impossible. That’s why the Tempe Chamber of Commerce hosts events that provide a way to use your lunch break as a time to meet potential clients and business contacts.