irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2021
what they reported doing
Program narrative the organization filed with the IRS. Ordered by program spending.
- #1 primary $0ADVOCACY - SINCE 1974, THE ARIZONA CHAMBER HAS BEEN THE LEADING STATEWIDE BUSINESS AND INDUSTRY ADVOCATE AT THE STATE CAPITOL, WITH THE CONGRESSIONAL DELEGATION AND AT THE BALLOT BOX. ARIZONA'S ELECTED OFFICIALS, REGULATORS, AND GRASS ROOTS LEADERS CONSISTENTLY RECOGNIZE THE ARIZONA CHAMBER ONE OF THE MOST EFFECTIVE AND RESPECTED VOICES IN ARIZONA PUBLIC POLICY. PUBLICATIONS INCLUDE AN ANNUAL BUSINESS AGENDA AND A COMPREHENSIVE GUIDE TO BUSINESS PRIORITIES. STAFF PROVIDE REAL-TIME INFORMATION, DATA AND ANALYSIS ON KEY ISSUES IMPACTING BUSINESS. OUR POLICY COMMITTEES PROVIDE ACCESS TO ARIZONA'S LEADING SUBJECT MATTER EXPERTS. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND IMPACTS ARE SUMMARIZED IN AN ANNUAL REPORT TO THE MEMBERS.
- #2 $0AMC ACTIVITIES - THE ARIZONA CHAMBER IS HOME TO THE ARIZONA MANUFACTURER'S COUNCIL, DEDICATED TO PROMOTING AND ENHANCING A POSITIVE BUSINESS CLIMATE FOR MANUFACTURING AND RELATED INDUSTRIES THAT OPERATE WITHIN ARIZONA. THE ARIZONA CHAMBER SUPPORTS THE COUNCIL'S ACTIVITIES AND THE DEVELOPMENT AND ADVOCACY OF THE COUNCIL'S BUSINESS AGENDA.
named programs · 8 · from sources
what they call their work
Arizona Chamber Legal Center
Provides legal counsel and support, likely focusing on business litigation, appellate litigation, government contracting, administrative law, regulatory compliance, healthcare law, and political and election law.
Arizona Manufacturers Council (AMC)
Represents the manufacturing community in Arizona, advocating for policies that promote a positive business climate, attract investment, and improve workforce development for the sector. It is the official state affiliate of the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM).
Environment Policy Committee
Dedicated to streamlining environmental policies and regulations in Arizona, ensuring they are science-based, consensus-driven, and cost-effective for businesses.
Health Care Policy Committee
Works to ensure statewide access to high-quality health care, develop solutions for the uninsured, address government cost-shifting, and advocate for free market principles in health care delivery.
Infrastructure, Innovation & Competitiveness Policy Committee
Champions policies that retain existing businesses, diversify industry sectors, stimulate new business growth, and advocate for infrastructure improvements and access to modern technologies.
Insurance & Workers’ Compensation Policy Committee
Advocates for policies that limit abuse, maintain competitive workers’ compensation insurance premiums, and foster a competitive and innovative insurance regulatory environment.
Legal, Labor & Regulatory Affairs Policy Committee
Champions policies that alleviate unnecessary regulatory burdens, enhance Arizona’s legal system, and strengthen the employee-employer relationship while protecting right-to-work status and private property rights.
Taxation Policy Committee
Advocates for a state and local taxation system that is globally competitive, fair, consistent, and transparent.
activities · 9 groups
what they do
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Regional Economic and Workforce Research Reporting 4 activities
- Business Research and ResourcesConducts research on issues that sustain and expand Arizona businesses and provides downloadable PDF resources on various topics, including occupational licensure and the sports industry's economic impact.
- Business Research and ResourcesConducts research on issues that sustain and expand Arizona businesses and provides downloadable PDF resources on various topics, including occupational licensure and the sports industry impact.
- Business Research and ResourcesConducts research on issues that sustain and expand Arizona businesses and provides downloadable PDF resources on various topics, including occupational licensure and the sports industry's economic impact.
- Research and Resource ProvisionConducts research on issues that sustain and expand Arizona businesses and provides downloadable PDF resources on various topics, including occupational licensure and the sports industry's economic impact.
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Industry-Specific Legislative Advocacy 3 activities
- Advocacy for Arizona BusinessesRepresents the collective voice of the Arizona business community by setting legislative goals through policy committees, outlining public policies within its annual business agenda, and influencing public policy at both the state and federal levels to champion free-market principles.
- Advocacy for Business-Friendly Public PolicyRepresents the Arizona business community by setting legislative goals, outlining public policies in an annual business agenda, and influencing public policy at state and federal levels to champion free-market principles and support business growth.
- Advocacy for Business-Friendly Public PolicyRepresents the Arizona business community by setting legislative goals, outlining public policies in an annual business agenda, and influencing public policy at state and federal levels to champion free-market principles and support business growth.
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Young Professional & Leadership Development 3 activities
- Business Leader Development ProgramDevelops business leaders through the Arizona Industry Fellows program, a non-partisan educational program that explores the impact of public policy on the economic landscape.
- Business Leader Development ProgramDevelops business leaders through the Arizona Industry Fellows program, a non-partisan educational initiative that explores the impact of public policy on the economic landscape.
- Business Leader Development ProgramDevelops business leaders through the Arizona Industry Fellows program, a non-partisan educational initiative that explores the impact of public policy on the economic landscape.
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Local Cultural & Business News Publishing 3 activities
- Business News PublicationOperates a digital news platform, Chamber Business News, that reports on business news across Arizona.
- Business News PublicationOperates a digital news platform, Chamber Business News, which reports on business news across Arizona.
- Business News PublicationOperates a digital news platform, Chamber Business News, which reports on business news across Arizona.
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Political Action Committee (PAC) Operations 3 activities
- Political Action Committee (PAC) OperationsOperates a "Mega PAC" to financially support and help elect business-friendly candidates to public office who align with the Arizona Chamber Business Agenda.
- Political Action Committee (PAC) OperationsOperates a "Mega PAC" to financially support and help elect business-friendly candidates to public office who align with the Arizona Chamber Business Agenda.
- Political Action Committee (PAC) OperationsOperates a Political Action Committee (PAC) with "Mega PAC" designation to financially support and help elect business-friendly candidates to public office who align with the Arizona Chamber Business Agenda.
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Member Recognition Awards 2 activities
- Arizona Heritage Award ProgramEstablishes and annually presents the Arizona Heritage Award to individuals who have made significant contributions across various sectors in Arizona, including business, politics, arts, athletics, and civic life.
- Arizona Heritage Award ProgramEstablishes and annually presents the Arizona Heritage Award to individuals who have made significant contributions across various sectors in Arizona, including business, politics, arts, athletics, and civic life.
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Annual Awards for Conservation and Community Service 1 activity
- Arizona Heritage Award ProgramEstablishes and annually presents the Arizona Heritage Award to individuals who have made significant contributions across various sectors in Arizona, commissioning a permanent trophy for the award.
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Academic Competitions for Youth 1 activity
- National Civics Bee Competition ManagementManaged Arizona's inaugural National Civics Bee competition in 2024 through the Arizona Chamber Foundation.
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Uncategorized 2 activities
- National Civics Bee CompetitionManaged Arizona's inaugural National Civics Bee competition in 2024 through the Arizona Chamber Foundation.
- National Civics Bee Competition ManagementManaged Arizona's inaugural National Civics Bee competition in 2024 through the Arizona Chamber Foundation.
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financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$4.27M
Contributions & grants$1.67M39%
Program service revenue$2.59M61%
Investment income$4K0%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$4.21M
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$1.78M
Grants paid out$144K
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$2.43M
Cash$2.12M
Investments$0
Liabilities$1.20M
Net assets$1.23M
Liquid reserves6.0 mo
3 years on record · 2019–2021 · YoY revenue -71.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021
who runs it
paid leadership · 5
| Name | Title | Hours/wk | Compensation |
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| GARRICK TAYLOR | EXECUTIVE VP UNTIL 12-2021 | 40 | $217K |
| COURTNEY COOLIDGE | VP OF GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS | 40 | $176K |
| DANIEL SEIDEN | PRESIDENT & CEO | 40 | $161K |
| ALLISON GRIGG | EXEC DIR - AZ MAN COUN UNTIL 2-2022 | 40 | $139K |
| GLENN HAMER | PRESIDENT & CEO UNTIL 2-2021 | 0 | $108K |
board members · 20
- ADAM DEGUIRE — BOARD MEMBER SINCE 9-2021
- AIDAN ALI-SULLIVAN — BOARD MEMBER
- ALAN HEYWOOD — EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- ALANA LANGDON — BOARD MEMBER SINCE 1-2022
- ALEXIS GLASCOCK — BOARD MEMBER
- ALLISON VIRAMONTES — BOARD MEMBER
- ANDREW LYE — BOARD MEMBER
- ANN-MARIE ALAMEDDIN — BOARD MEMBER
- ANNE SAXON — BOARD MEMBER
- BARB LOCKWOOD — EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- BETH ZONERAICH — BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 6-2022
- BILL LAVIDGE — BOARD MEMBER
- BRAD GROVER — BOARD MEMBER UNTIL 12-2021
- BRADLEY WRIGHT — EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
- BRANDON EGGLESTON — BOARD MEMBER
- BRIAN ELISCO — BOARD MEMBER
- BRUCE MAC RAE — BOARD MEMBER
- CALLINE SANCHEZ — BOARD MEMBER
- CHARLES BASSETT — BOARD MEMBER
- CHRIS MEEHAN — BOARD MEMBER SINCE 1-2022
relationships · 52
who they work with
- APS Partner — Ted Geisler, Chair of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry, is from APS.
- Amazon Partner — Rebecca Butler from Amazon chairs the Taxation Policy Committee.
- Amazon Partner — Rebecca Butler is a board member from Amazon.
- Arizona Chamber Foundation Partner — Ali Bates helps manage the Arizona Chamber Foundation and worked as a Program Director for Arizona’s inaugural National Civics Bee competition.
- Arizona Chamber PAC Government — Political Action Committee associated with the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry.
- Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry Government — The PAC supports candidates who share the principles and priorities outlined in the Arizona Chamber Business Agenda.
- Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry Partner — Works in partnership to accelerate the priorities of the business community.
- Arizona Complete Health Partner — Monica Coury, Chair-elect of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry, is from Arizona Complete Health.
- Arizona Complete Health Partner — Monica Coury, from Arizona Complete Health, provides a testimonial on the Chamber's advocacy efforts.
- Arizona Diamondbacks Partner — Derrick Hall is a board member from Arizona Diamondbacks.
- Arizona State University Partner — Courtney Coolidge served as the Senior Director for State Relations at Arizona State University.
- Arizona State University Partner — Danny Seiden serves as an adjunct professor at Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law at Arizona State University.
- Association of State Chamber Professionals Partner — Tom Ducey serves as a Board Member at the Association of State Chamber Professionals.
- Axon Partner — Chris Camacho from Axon co-chairs the Infrastructure, Innovation & Competitiveness Policy Committee.
- Banner Health Partner — Jason Bezozo from Banner Health co-chairs the Health Care Policy Committee.
- Banner Health Partner — Jason Bezozo is a board member from Banner Health.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Partner — Chuck Bassett from Blue Cross Blue Shield co-chairs the Health Care Policy Committee.
- Boeing Partner — Mark Gaspers, Immediate Past Chair, is from Boeing.
- CalPortland Partner — Matt Hinck is a board member from CalPortland.
- CalPortland Partner — Matthew Hinck from CalPortland chairs the Environment Policy Committee.
- CopperPoint Insurance Partner — Mark Kendall from CopperPoint Insurance chairs the Insurance & Workers’ Compensation Policy Committee.
- Copperpoint Insurance Companies Partner — Mark Kendall is a board member from Copperpoint Insurance Companies.
- Fennemore Craig Partner — Alexis Glascock from Fennemore Craig co-chairs the Infrastructure, Innovation & Competitiveness Policy Committee.
- Freeport-McMoRan Partner — Richard Bark, Vice Chair of Public Affairs for the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry, is from Freeport-McMoRan.
- Grand Canyon University Partner — Dana Drew Shaw from Grand Canyon University chairs the Workforce, Talent Supply & Education Policy Committee.
- Grand Canyon University Partner — Dana Drew Shaw is a board member from Grand Canyon University.
- Greenberg Traurig Partner — Danny Seiden was a shareholder at Greenberg Traurig, chairing the Phoenix office government law and policy practice.
- Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting Partner — Ali Bates is actively involved with the Hall of Flame Museum of Firefighting.
- Intel Partner — Danny Seiden previously worked at Intel.
- Intel Corporation Partner — Angela Creedon, Chairman of the Arizona Manufacturers Council, is from Intel Corporation.
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