Think Like an Owner!

To increase your value you’ll have to change either your product or the way you deliver it. That’s where “thinking like an owner” comes into play.

Setting the Scene for Home Office and Small Businesses

Small businesses continue to grow and expand, responsible for more than 65% of the new jobs created in the U.S. I have some great ideas for setting up an organized and inviting home office or small business space.

Pitchfork Becomes New Face of ASU Athletics

ASU has decided to transition into the upcoming football season with a new Pitchfork brand provided by Nike, along with new uniforms, which will be used specifically for the Athletic Department. Several questions arise when such a major branding decision occurs within a company. How will the community react to this change?

Tempe Chamber Announces Board Members for 2011-2012

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce recently announced its Board Members for the 2011-2012 year. These individuals will be honored at the Tempe Chamber’s Annual Luncheon on July 21 at the Fiesta Resort Conference Center, 2100 S. Priest Dr. in Tempe.

If You Can’t Beat ’Em, Silence ’Em?

The nation is debating some of the most consequential issues of our time. As America’s job creators, businesses must have a voice in the debate. They must be allowed to engage in the political and government contracting processes without being subject to litmus tests or fearing retribution. And they must expect fair and open union organizing rules.

Online Training – You’re In Charge

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce and MTS offer convenient, skill based, practical information for working adults. Courses can be accessed anytime and anywhere. It puts you in charge of your own personal and professional development.

Top Tips to Secure Media Coverage

The Tempe Chamber hosted an amazing luncheon today that I wanted to share with you. Titled “Covered: Getting the Media to Notice You”, we featured a panel of journalist experts who talked about ways to get press coverage.

Report Card Time! EVCCA Releases Report on Legislature

The East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance has published the 2011 Legislative Report Card. It rates our state senators and representatives on issues relating to business, and also summarizes bills in the legislature.

Vicki Kringen Named 2011 Business Woman of the Year

The Tempe Chamber of Commerce was pleased to announce Vicki Kringen, Vice President/COO of TCH/The Centers for Habilitation, as its 2011 Business Woman of the Year at the 16th Annual Women in Business Conference and Trade Show

Vicki Kringen, 2011 Business Woman of the Year Finalist

In 1996, I attended my first Women in Business Conference and Trade Show. I was in awe as the Business Woman of the Year finalists were profiled and Vicki Allies was announced as the recipient. These were successful women who had great accomplishments in their field and community.