activities · 23
what they do
direct service · 8
- Business Networking and Exposure EventsHosts the largest free-to-attend Procurement Fair & Business Expo in Arizona, connecting small and large businesses with government agencies and corporate buyers, and provides year-round recognition and marketing exposure to Strategic Partners through signature events and networking opportunities.
- Business Networking and Exposure EventsHosts the largest free-to-attend Procurement Fair & Business Expo in Arizona, connecting small and large businesses with government agencies and corporate buyers. It also provides year-round recognition and marketing exposure to Strategic Partners through signature events and networking events.
- Community Support and Member Spotlighting Military & Veteran Support PackagesDonated $1,000 each to three organizations supporting servicemembers, veterans, and their families, and features members in the "Member Spotlight" section of its official magazine, The VOICE of Business, highlighting those making a difference in the Glendale community.
- Connecting Businesses with Procurement OpportunitiesThe Chamber hosts the largest free-to-attend Procurement Fair & Business Expo in Arizona, which connects small and large businesses with government agencies and corporate buyers.
- Facilitating Member Networking and Support Business Networking & Community EventsThe Chamber strengthens connections and builds relationships with existing members, assists new members in utilizing opportunities and benefits, and manages a Facebook Group ("Glendale Chamber Connects") for businesses to share ideas, build relationships, and provide referrals and information.
- Highlighting Member Achievements Business Networking & Community EventsThe Chamber features members in the "Member Spotlight" section of its official magazine, The VOICE of Business, highlighting those making a difference in the Glendale community.
- Member Support and Engagement Business Networking & Community EventsStrengthens connections and builds relationships with existing members, assists new members by welcoming them and demonstrating how to utilize opportunities and benefits, and manages a Facebook Group for businesses to share ideas, build relationships, and provide referrals and information.
- Member Support and Engagement Business Networking & Community EventsStrengthens connections and builds relationships with existing members, assists new members by welcoming them, answering questions, and demonstrating how to utilize opportunities and benefits. It also manages the "Glendale Chamber Connects" Facebook Group for businesses to share ideas, build relationships, and provide referrals and information, and features members in the "Member Spotlight" section of its official magazine, The VOICE of Business.
advocacy · 6
- Advocacy for Business-Friendly Legislation and Candidates Industry-Specific Business AdvocacySupports and elects candidates who understand issues vital to the business community by contributing to their campaigns and actively supports legislative ballot propositions and state and local candidates who align with the Chamber's business-friendly principles. It also provides opportunities for business leaders to influence civic, social, and business initiatives that support community growth.
- Advocacy for Business-Friendly Legislation and Candidates Industry-Specific Business AdvocacySupports and elects candidates who understand issues vital to the business community by contributing to their campaigns and actively supports legislative ballot propositions and state and local candidates who align with the Chamber's business-friendly principles.
- Advocating for Business-Friendly Legislation and Candidates Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyThe Chamber supports and elects candidates who understand issues vital to the business community by contributing to their campaigns and actively supporting legislative ballot propositions and state and local candidates who align with the Chamber's business-friendly principles.
- Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy and Capacity Building Internal DEI Committee DevelopmentFormed a Diversity Task Force that contributed to the successful adoption of a non-discrimination ordinance in the City of Glendale, making Glendale the 9th city in Arizona to adopt such a measure. It also created a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Committee to assist employers in growing their talent pool by implementing Diversity and Inclusion best practices in the workplace.
- Diversity and Inclusion Advocacy and Support Internal DEI Committee DevelopmentFormed a Diversity Task Force that contributed to the successful adoption of a non-discrimination ordinance in the City of Glendale and created a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Committee to assist employers in growing their talent pool by implementing Diversity and Inclusion best practices in the workplace.
- Promoting Diversity and Inclusion in Business Internal DEI Committee DevelopmentThe Chamber formed a Diversity Task Force that successfully advocated for the adoption of a non-discrimination ordinance in the City of Glendale. It also created a Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I) Committee to assist employers in growing their talent pool by implementing Diversity and Inclusion best practices in the workplace.
capacity building · 9
- Business Marketing Training and ResourcesHosts "Lunch & Learn With Marketing Pro’s" sessions, provides live roundtable discussions, interactive in-person instruction, and hands-on training on digital marketing topics, offers an "Ask a Marketing Pro" service, provides free digital marketing playbooks, and hosts sit-in marketing sessions at the Biz2Biz West Valley Expo.
- Marketing and Business Growth TrainingHosts "Lunch & Learn With Marketing Pro’s" sessions for Glendale Chamber members to learn business growth tools from marketing experts. It also provides live roundtable discussions, interactive in-person instruction, and hands-on training on topics including Artificial Intelligence, SEO Fundamentals, Outsourcing, Email Marketing, and Digital Marketing Playbooks. Additionally, it offers an "Ask a Marketing Pro" service where members can submit marketing questions to GCMC experts for assistance, provides free digital marketing playbooks, and hosts sit-in marketing sessions at the Biz2Biz West Valley Expo.
- Providing Marketing and Business Growth TrainingThe Chamber offers "Lunch & Learn With Marketing Pro’s" sessions, live roundtable discussions, interactive in-person instruction, and hands-on training on topics such as Artificial Intelligence, SEO, Email Marketing, and Digital Marketing Playbooks. It also provides free digital marketing playbooks and an "Ask a Marketing Pro" service for members.
- Recognition of Premier Partners Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsRecognizes influential companies and organizations in the West Valley as Premier Partners who serve as leading advocates and top supporters of the regional business community and local economy.
- Recognition of Premier Partners Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsRecognizes influential companies and organizations as Premier Partners who serve as leading advocates and top supporters of the regional business community and local economy.
- Recognizing and Supporting Premier Partners Professional and Organizational Achievement AwardsThe Chamber recognizes influential companies and organizations as Premier Partners, who serve as leading advocates and top supporters of the regional business community and local economy, providing them with year-round recognition and marketing exposure through signature events, networking, and marketing initiatives.
- Supporting Workforce Development Career Pathways Development & Workforce AlignmentThe Chamber connects business needs with the education community to support workforce development initiatives.
- Workforce Development and Education Connection Career Pathways Development & Workforce AlignmentConnects business needs with the education community to support workforce development initiatives.
- Workforce Development and Education Connections Career Pathways Development & Workforce AlignmentConnects business needs with the education community to support workforce development initiatives.
strategies · 22
how they think
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- Advocacy for Business Community and Economic Leadership advocacyThe organization acts as the voice of the business community, offering leadership on issues that transform the community. This includes engaging top-tier businesses as Premier Partners to lead advocacy and support for the regional business community and local economy, and supporting candidates based on alignment with business community priorities rather than political party affiliation.
- Advocacy for Business Priorities and Inclusive Economic Policies advocacyThe organization acts as the voice of the business community, advocating for policies and candidates that align with business priorities, supporting an inclusive economy, and championing workforce development, including support for military members.
- Advocacy for Business Success and Economic Growth advocacy_and_connectivity_modelThe Chamber advances business success and economic growth through advocacy, connectivity, and regional impact. This involves acting as the voice of the business community on transformative issues, championing workforce development, and advocating for policies that support an inclusive economy, including non-partisan support for candidates aligned with business priorities.
- Board-Led Governance and Collaborative Leadership board_led_governanceThe organization operates with a board-led governance model where a cross-section of business and professional leaders sets policy and strategic direction. This is underpinned by a philosophy of collaborative leadership, transparent communication, and valuing diverse perspectives to ensure growth and responsible governance.
- Board-Led Governance and Collaborative Leadership board_led_governanceThe organization utilizes a board-led governance model where a cross-section of business and professional leaders sets policy and strategic direction. This operates with a philosophy centered on growth, partnership, and responsible governance, emphasizing collaborative leadership, transparent communication, and valuing diverse perspectives.
- Business Capacity Building through Learning Opportunities capacity_buildingThe organization aims to provide existing Chamber Members with learning opportunities focused on business growth and success. These opportunities cover marketing strategies, engagement, and tools to enhance their capabilities.
- Capacity Building through Business Education and Implementation Support capacity_buildingThe organization provides learning opportunities and practical support to employers and businesses, focusing on strategies for growth, marketing, engagement, and the implementation of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion policies to attract and retain talent and partnerships.
- Collaborative Workforce Development business-education-collaborationThe organization promotes collaboration between schools, businesses, and the community to advance real-world learning and mentorship. This strategy connects business needs with educational institutions to align skill development with industry demands, fostering an inclusive economy and supporting workforce development.
- Collaborative Workforce Development through Education-Business Partnerships business-education-collaborationThe organization believes that by fostering collaboration between educational institutions, businesses, and the community, it can align skill development with industry demands, advance real-world learning, and provide mentorship opportunities, thereby strengthening the workforce.
- Collaborative Workforce and Education Development business-education-collaborationThe Chamber promotes collaboration between schools, businesses, and the community to advance real-world learning and mentorship, aligning skill development with industry demands. This strategy aims to connect business needs with educational institutions to foster workforce development.
- Collaborative and Transparent Governance for Organizational Growth collaborative_leadershipThe organization operates with a philosophy of collaborative leadership, transparent communication, and valuing diverse perspectives, guided by a board of business and professional leaders who set policy and strategic direction to ensure responsible governance and growth.
- Community and Military Collaboration community-business-military collaborationThe Chamber fosters collaboration between the local business community and military units to support various programs and events, recognizing the importance of this partnership for regional development.
- Education and Implementation Support for DEI education_and_implementation_supportThe Chamber educates employers, businesses, and local community leaders on the benefits of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) and provides support for implementing policies and practices. This aims to attract, maintain, and increase business, talent, and partnerships through inclusive strategies.
- Fostering Business and Community Connections for Economic Growth transformational_connections_modelThe organization advances business success and economic growth by fostering relationships among business and community leaders, aiming to transform transactional interactions into transformational connections. This is achieved through advocacy, connectivity, and regional impact, empowering members with resources and leadership, and structuring programming around business connection, community impact, and economic prosperity.
- Fostering Business and Community Connections for Economic Growth advocacy_and_connectivity_modelThe organization believes that by actively connecting businesses, community leaders, and military units through networking, events, and advocacy, it can drive economic prosperity and regional impact. This approach aims to transform transactional interactions into transformational relationships, empowering members with resources and leadership.
- Fostering Transformational Connections and Business Leadership transformational_connections_modelThe Chamber aims to move beyond transactional interactions by fostering deep relationships among business and community leaders through programming and advocacy. This includes engaging top-tier businesses as Premier Partners to lead advocacy and support for the regional business community and local economy, providing them with year-round recognition and maximum exposure.
- Member Capacity Building for Business Growth capacity_buildingThe Chamber provides existing members with learning opportunities focused on business growth and success. These opportunities cover essential areas such as marketing strategies, engagement techniques, and practical tools to enhance their business capabilities.
- Member Engagement and Support through Ambassadors member_engagement_via_ambassadorsThe Chamber employs a member engagement strategy utilizing ambassador-led relationship building to support new and existing members. Ambassadors welcome new members, strengthen connections, and assist them in maximizing Chamber benefits and opportunities.
- Member Engagement and Support via Ambassador-led Relationship Building member_engagement_via_ambassadorsThe organization employs an ambassador-led strategy to engage new and existing members, providing personalized support to help them maximize the benefits and opportunities offered by the Chamber, thereby strengthening connections and member utilization.
- Member Engagement through Ambassador Program member_engagement_via_ambassadorsThe organization employs a member engagement strategy using ambassador-led relationship building to support new and existing members in maximizing Chamber benefits. This includes welcoming new members, strengthening connections, and assisting members in utilizing opportunities and benefits.
- Promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion for Business Growth education_and_implementation_supportThe organization educates employers, businesses, and local community leaders on the benefits of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. It helps them implement policies and practices to attract, maintain, and increase business, talent, and partnerships, thereby fostering an inclusive economy.
- Strategic Partner Engagement and Recognition business_network_activationThe organization provides year-round recognition and maximum exposure to top business partners through signature events, networking opportunities, and marketing initiatives. This strategy aims to strengthen regional business engagement and offers sustained visibility and promotional opportunities as a core benefit of engagement for Strategic Partners.
named programs · 5
what they call their work
Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee
Focuses on implementing best practices for diversity and inclusion in the workplace and advocating for a non-discrimination ordinance in Glendale.
Marketing Committee
Provides members with access to marketing strategies and tools through seminars and workshops aimed at business growth.
Procurement Fair & Business Expo
Connects small and large businesses with community opportunities through a free-to-attend event in partnership with local organizations.
Public Policy Committee
Offers business leaders a platform to influence civic and business initiatives that support community growth.
Workforce Development Committee
Connects business needs with educational institutions to develop a qualified workforce through collaboration and mentorship.
relationships · 46
who they work with
- APS Partner — Premier Partner of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
- Air Force Sergeants Association (AFSA) Chapter 1260 Partner — Recipient of MVAC donation to support programs for enlisted service members and their families.
- Anchor Wave Partner — Provides a "Custom Roadmap to Digital Success" digital marketing playbook.
- Arizona Automotive Institute (AAI) Partner — Member organization participating in the Workforce Development Committee
- Arizona State University Partner — Member organization participating in the Workforce Development Committee
- BNC National Bank Partner — Premier Partner of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield Arizona Partner — Employer of Kathi Kyger, PAC Secretary, indicating organizational involvement in the PAC leadership.
- Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Partner — Premier Partner of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
- Boys & Girls Club of the Valley Partner — Member organization participating in the Workforce Development Committee
- Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley Partner — Bianca Lopez, a committee member, is affiliated with Boys & Girls Clubs of the Valley.
- Bright Beginnings Preschool & Childcare Partner — Member organization participating in the Workforce Development Committee
- City of Glendale Government — Partner in hosting the Procurement Fair & Business Expo and subject of advocacy efforts regarding non-discrimination ordinance.
- City of Glendale Partner — Premier Partner of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
- Credit Union West Partner — Premier Partner of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
- Desert Diamond West Valley Casino Partner — Premier Partner of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
- EPCOR Water Partner — Victoria Okula, a committee member, is affiliated with EPCOR Water.
- First Things First Partner — Member organization participating in the Workforce Development Committee
- Glendale Ambassadors Partner — Bud Zomok, a committee member, is affiliated with Glendale Ambassadors.
- Glendale Community College Partner — Partner in hosting the Procurement Fair & Business Expo.
- Just Kelly Partner — Kelly Carbello, a committee member, is affiliated with Just Kelly.
- KPNX 12 News Partner — Premier Partner of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
- Kiwanis Club of Glendale Partner — Employer of Yvonne Knaack, PAC Treasurer, indicating organizational involvement in the PAC leadership.
- Kiwanis Club of Glendale Partner — Yvonne Knaack, Chair of the Public Policy Council, is affiliated with the Kiwanis Club of Glendale.
- Luke Air Force Base Partner — Partner in hosting the Procurement Fair & Business Expo.
- Midwestern University Partner — Member organization participating in the Workforce Development Committee
- Ombudsman Charter High Schools Partner — Member organization participating in the Workforce Development Committee
- Peoria Unified School District Partner — Member organization participating in the Workforce Development Committee
- Procurement Technical Assistance Center Partner — Partner in hosting the Procurement Fair & Business Expo.
- Red Bull Partner — Megan Boyle, a committee member, is affiliated with Red Bull.
- Russ Lyon Sotheby's International Realty Partner — Employer of Lisa Baker, PAC President, indicating organizational involvement in the PAC leadership.
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