Tempe Leadership Recruitment Reception Seeks Class XXVII Members

Wow, what a great turnout we had for the Tempe Leadership Recruitment Reception held at Heidi’s Events and Catering on Wednesday, March, 9.

Congressman David Schweikert to Present Federal Update

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce presents State of the District: A Federal Update with Congressman David Schweikert on March 22. Join our audience of community, educational, political and civic leaders as Congressman Schweikert shares his impressions as a newly elected member of Congress, along with his vision for the future of our district, state and country.

Women in Business Series Celebrates Journey of Success

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce and its Women in Business Council recently presented the second annual Women in Business Speaker Series, “Passport to Success: The Journey.” This was a four-part event that gave businesswomen the opportunity to reflect and contribute experiences that have been most influential on their journeys to success.

How to Keep Fit When Marketing Gets Lazy

Last week I had a client on the phone with some bad news to deliver: sales had been down the past few months and, as a result, his marketing budgets were being cut back by 25%. This got me thinking, and I sent out a tweet: “Cutting marketing when sales are down is like cutting out exercise when trying to lose weight.”

Tempe Chamber Hosts March 30 Business Solutions Clinic

In conjunction with our Business Resource Advantage Committee, the Tempe Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Business Solutions Clinic to provide confidential, complimentary business counseling sessions with industry experts. The half-day clinic will take place from 1 to 5 p.m. on March 30 at the Tempe Chamber offices.

Medical Marijuana – How It’s Going to Impact Your Business

Don Herrington with the Arizona Department of Health Services will provide an overview on the facts of the new medical marijuana act and how it will affect business.

Community Excellence Recognized by Tempe Chamber

The Tempe Chamber has been hosting its annual Breakfast for Chamber Champions for the last 14 years and is gearing up to do so again on February 18 at the Tempe Mission Palms.

The event honors those that have excelled in their efforts to make Tempe a thriving community. Five major awards will be presented to show the appreciation of the citizens of Tempe for the work and successes of these deserving candidates.

Tempe Leadership Charity Event Raises $14K to Support Community Garden

Tempe Leadership Class XXVI announced today that it has raised more than $14,000 to help establish the Escalante Community Garden.

In Business Magazine – Tips on Success, Tempe Chamber

I really feel that our partnership with In Business Magazine is paying off for our members. In this month’s issue I just read about bank incentives, how to turn a profit in a price-driven economy and a lot of great blurbs.

Business Excellence Awards Finalists Named

The 2011 finalists are Benefits by Design, a full-service group insurance firm; Brock Supply, a national wholesaler of aftermarket auto parts; Honey Moon Sweets, a gourmet bakery; IKEA, an international home furnishing company; Morrison Vein Institute, a therapeutic vein treatment center; and Veolia Transportation, operators of Valley Metro bus system.