activities · 25
what they do
direct service · 11
- Business Promotion and Sponsorship Recognition Sponsorship Development & RecognitionPromotes sponsor brands through various channels including print and digital event materials, event webpages, social media posts, verbal recognition at events, and blog spotlights. Sponsors are also offered opportunities to display banners, provide table favors, and introduce elected officials at events.
- Certificates of Origin Issuance Notary and Document ServicesProvides free Certificates of Origin.
- Economic News Coverage Notary and Document ServicesProvides coverage of breaking economic news.
- Event Organization Industry Conference & Networking EventsOrganizes 6 main events annually, along with additional exclusive events, to enhance the business community.
- Hosting Events and Providing Sponsorship OpportunitiesOrganizes 6 main events annually, along with additional exclusive events and invite-only industry roundtables. It offers various sponsorship opportunities for members, providing high-level visibility and audience reach through branding on print and digital materials, event webpages, social media, verbal recognition, and opportunities to showcase their brand.
- New Member OnboardingHosts a free quarterly "Chamber 101" event for new and prospective members to learn about its programs and opportunities.
- Offering Business Sponsorship and Visibility Opportunities Sponsorship Development & RecognitionProvides various sponsorship opportunities for members at different levels, featuring sponsor brands on print and digital event materials, webpages, social media, and through verbal recognition. Sponsors can also provide table favors, display banners, introduce elected officials, and receive blog spotlights and reserved seating at events.
- Providing Economic Information and Services Notary and Document ServicesProvides coverage of breaking economic news and offers free Certificates of Origin.
- Providing Member Resources and InformationHosts a free quarterly onboarding event called "Chamber 101" for new members and interested non-members to learn about its programs and opportunities, provides coverage of breaking economic news, and offers free Certificates of Origin.
- Scholarship ProgramsOffers scholarships to support student success outcomes, including up to three scholarships valued at $2,500 each for students pursuing business-related studies at Chandler-Gilbert Community College.
- Supporting Education and Student SuccessOffers scholarships to support student success outcomes, specifically awarding up to three scholarships, each valued at $2,500, to students pursuing business-related studies at Chandler-Gilbert Community College.
advocacy · 3
- Advocacy and Government Relations Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyCultivates and maintains working relationships with elected officials from the City Council to the U.S. Senate, and advocates at the city and state level for corporations. Hosts monthly Public Policy Series meetings where elected officials and industry experts discuss issues impacting the community and businesses.
- Advocating for Business Interests Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyCultivates and maintains working relationships with elected officials from the City Council to the U.S. Senate, hosts monthly Public Policy Series meetings with elected officials and industry experts, and advocates at city and state levels for corporations, representing over 175,000 business employees in Arizona.
- Advocating for Businesses and Community Interests Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyCultivates and maintains working relationships with elected officials from the City Council to the U.S. Senate, hosts monthly Public Policy Series meetings where elected officials and industry experts discuss issues impacting the community and businesses, and advocates at the city and state level for corporations, representing over 175,000 business employees in Arizona.
capacity building · 10
- Business Networking and Relationship BuildingSupports Leads Groups to facilitate business relationships within the community and hosts invite-only industry roundtables.
- Facilitating Business Networking and ReferralsSupports Leads Groups to build business relationships within the community and hosts quarterly "Chamber 101" onboarding events for new and prospective members to learn about programs and opportunities.
- Facilitating Business Networking and Relationships Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingSupports Leads Groups to build business relationships within the community and connects young professionals aged 21 to 39 from the East Valley for targeted development opportunities through a dedicated series.
- Non-profit Investment ProgramProvides a $5,000 investment to non-profits that successfully complete its program.
- Providing Business and Leadership Development Programs Leadership Fellowship ProgramsOperates the Chandler Chamber Leadership Institute, which has educated emerging and existing leaders about the city for over 40 years, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the community and developing critical leadership skills. It also offers workforce development opportunities through East Valley events and free counseling to small businesses and startups.
- Providing Leadership Development Programs Leadership Fellowship ProgramsOperates the Chandler Chamber Leadership Institute, an award-winning program that has educated emerging and existing leaders about the city for over 40 years, providing participants with a comprehensive understanding of the community and developing critical leadership skills. Also offers a Young Professionals Series for individuals aged 21-39.
- Small Business Counseling Entrepreneurship Incubation & Technical AssistanceProvides free counseling to small businesses and startups.
- Supporting Workforce Development and EducationProvides workforce development opportunities through East Valley events and collaboration, offers scholarships to support student success outcomes, and awards up to three $2,500 scholarships to students pursuing business-related studies at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. Also provides free counseling to small businesses and startups and free workforce development events.
- Workforce Development and Leadership Institute Leadership Fellowship ProgramsProvides workforce development opportunities through East Valley events, collaboration, and an award-winning Leadership Institute. The Leadership Institute has educated emerging and existing leaders about the city for over 40 years, providing a comprehensive understanding of the community and developing critical leadership skills.
- Young Professionals Development Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingConnects young professionals aged 21 to 39 from the East Valley for targeted development opportunities through a dedicated series.
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strategies · 16
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- Advocacy for Business Interests business_advocacyThe Chamber provides a collective voice for the business community to influence policy decisions that benefit local businesses, ranging from entrepreneurs to large corporations, and advocates for East Valley businesses at local and international levels.
- Advocacy for Business Interests business_advocacyThe Chamber provides a collective voice for the business community to influence policy decisions that benefit Chandler, representing a wide range of businesses from entrepreneurs to large corporations, and advocates for East Valley businesses at local and international levels.
- Coaching and mentorship for nonprofit capacity building coaching and mentorshipStrengthens nonprofit leadership and operations through structured monthly coaching sessions led by experienced business and nonprofit leaders, covering strategy, fundraising, and operations.
- Collective business advocacy for policy influence advocacyAmplifies the voice of the business community by representing diverse business interests to elected officials, advocating for policies that support Chandler’s economic growth.
- Community and Business Networking relationship_based_networkingThe Chamber promotes ethical business practices and community trust through relationship-based networking, facilitates connections among non-profit leaders, and connects small businesses and startups with the broader East Valley business community to foster growth and a thriving economy.
- Enhanced Sponsor Engagement and Retention sponsor_engagement_and_retentionThe Chamber offers sponsors enhanced engagement opportunities, including speaking roles and event activations, and incentivizes multi-year commitments and future event sponsorships through first right of refusal and discounts, thereby ensuring sustained support and visibility for sponsors.
- Enhanced Sponsor Engagement and Retention sponsor_engagement_and_retentionThe Chamber offers sponsors enhanced engagement opportunities, including speaking roles and event activations, and incentivizes multi-year commitments and future event sponsorships through first right of refusal and discounts, while also using tiered models to fund events and increase business engagement.
- Enhanced sponsor engagement model sponsor_engagement_modelIncreases sponsor value and commitment by providing enriched participation opportunities such as speaking roles, event activations, blog features, and priority access to future sponsorships.
- Ethical, Relationship-Based Networking relationship_based_networkingThe Chamber promotes ethical business practices and community trust through networking built on handshake agreements.
- Fostering Business Community and Leadership Development community_and_leadership_developmentThe Chamber enhances the business community and develops future business leaders through educational events, programs, scholarships, and by connecting small businesses and startups with the broader East Valley business community, encouraging larger corporations to support local small businesses.
- Non-profit Capacity Building through Coaching and Networking non_profit_capacity_buildingThe Chamber provides coaching and support to non-profits through monthly sessions led by experienced leaders, covering strategy, fundraising, and operations, and facilitates networking opportunities for non-profit leaders to connect with peers.
- Non-profit Coaching and Support non_profit_capacity_buildingThe Chamber provides coaching and support to non-profits through monthly sessions led by experienced business and non-profit leaders, covering critical areas such as strategy, fundraising, and operations.
- Relationship-based networking for community trust relationship-based networkingFosters ethical business practices and long-term community trust by promoting networking grounded in handshake agreements and personal relationships.
- Sponsor retention through priority access sponsor_retentionEnsures ongoing sponsor engagement by offering first right of refusal for future event sponsorships, creating continuity and long-term relationships with sponsors.
- Tiered Sponsorship for Event Funding and Business Engagement tiered_sponsorship_modelThe Chamber utilizes tiered sponsorship models to fund events and engage businesses, offering increasing benefits at higher investment levels to enhance companies' image, reputation, and competitive position.
- Workforce Development through Education-Business Partnerships workforce_developmentThe Chamber aims to create a highly skilled workforce by fostering partnerships between businesses and educational institutions to align training goals with business needs, championing education policy, and organizing discussions to connect businesses with the future workforce.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
Education & Workforce Series
Addresses workforce challenges and growth opportunities through seminars with industry experts.
Leadership Institute
Educates emerging leaders about the community while developing critical leadership skills.
Policy Impact Series
Facilitates discussions between businesses and elected officials on issues affecting the community.
Young Professionals Series
Connects young professionals for targeted development opportunities and networking.
relationships · 7
who they work with
- Air Products and Chemicals Partner — Partners to award scholarships to students at Chandler-Gilbert Community College.
- Chandler Workforce Development Council Partner — Works to create a stronger, highly skilled workforce through partnerships between businesses and educational institutions.
- Chandler-Gilbert Community College Partner — Awards scholarships to students enrolled in business-related courses of study at the college.
- Chandler’s corporate leaders, business owners, entrepreneurs, young professionals, media personalities, educators, political figures Partner — Target audience and membership base engaged through chamber events and sponsorships.
- Leads Group Partner — Collaborates with the Chandler Chamber of Commerce to build business relationships.
- Matthew's Crossing Partner — Received major upgrades from the Chandler Chamber's Leadership Class 41.
- US Chamber of Commerce Network — Provides complimentary membership to the US Chamber of Commerce for Corporate-level members.