activities · 14
what they do
direct service · 7
- Community and Education Initiatives Business-School Partnership ProgramsEstablishes and maintains programs such as the Chamber's Business and Education Committee, Tours for Teachers, the annual Business & Education Summit, and the Adopt-A-Senior philanthropic initiative.
- Community and Education Initiatives Business-School Partnership ProgramsEstablishes and maintains community programs such as the Chamber's Business and Education Committee, Tours for Teachers, the annual Business & Education Summit, and the Adopt-A-Senior philanthropic initiative.
- Education and Business Initiatives Business-School Partnership ProgramsEstablishes and supports programs like the Chamber's Business and Education Committee, Tours for Teachers, and the annual Business & Education Summit, alongside philanthropic initiatives such as Adopt-A-Senior.
- Legislative Updates and Communication Legislative Monitoring & Member Advocacy SupportHosts weekly calls for local chambers during legislative sessions to provide updates on news from the Arizona Legislature, tracks bills impacting the business community, and communicates with members through e-newsletters and action alerts.
- Legislative Updates and Information Sharing Legislative Monitoring & Member Advocacy SupportHosts weekly calls for local chambers during legislative sessions to provide updates on news from the Arizona Legislature and tracks bills impacting the business community, communicating updates to members through e-newsletters and action alerts.
- Networking and Business Support for Members Member Business Promotion ServicesOrganizes professional and social events for business networking, offers member-exclusive discounts and access, and provides business support and advice by leveraging internal and external resources.
- Networking and Member Support Member Business Promotion ServicesOrganizes professional and social events for business networking, offers member-only discounts and access, and provides business support and advice by leveraging internal and external resources.
advocacy · 2
- Advocacy for Arizona Businesses Industry-Specific Business AdvocacyAdvocates for Arizona businesses by lobbying on local, state, and federal issues, including developing and publishing an annual legislative agenda and supporting or opposing specific bills.
- Advocacy for Arizona BusinessesEngages in ongoing lobbying activities at county, regional, and state levels, including developing an annual legislative agenda and advocating for or against specific bills to support Arizona businesses and the business community.
capacity building · 5
- Chamber Executive Networking and Support Professional Association Chapter ProgrammingProvides a network for chamber executives to receive professional support and facilitates collaboration among chambers across Arizona on various issues.
- Legislative Updates and Information Sharing Legislative Monitoring & Member Advocacy SupportHosts weekly calls for local chambers during legislative sessions to provide updates on news from the Arizona Legislature and communicates with members through e-newsletters and action alerts regarding bills impacting the business community.
- Professional Development for Chamber Executives Mentorship Program Development & SupportProvides ongoing professional development opportunities for chamber executives and staff through events like annual conferences, advocacy days, and scholarship programs, aiming to develop leadership skills and community engagement.
- Professional Development for Chamber Executives Mentorship Program Development & SupportProvides ongoing professional development opportunities for chamber executives and staff through conferences, advocacy days, and scholarship programs to enhance leadership skills and community engagement.
- Professional Development for Chamber Executives Mentorship Program Development & SupportProvides ongoing professional development opportunities, including conferences, advocacy days, and scholarship programs, to help chamber executives and staff develop leadership skills and enhance community engagement.
strategies · 15
how they think
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- Business advocacy and regional economic development business advocacy and economic developmentAdvocates for local businesses while providing resources and networking opportunities to strengthen regional economies and support sustainable growth.
- Collaborative problem-solving through partnershipsCultivates relationships and builds strategic partnerships with various stakeholders, emphasizing collaborative dialogue across industry sectors and job functions to bring diverse groups together to solve community challenges and facilitate collaboration among chambers across Arizona.
- Data-Driven Financial Monitoring and Member Information revenue_trend_analysisMonitors and analyzes state revenue trends, including individual income tax withholding and corporate tax collections, to provide ongoing updates to members, supporting their informed decision-making regarding state finances.
- Fostering Informed Leadership leadership_developmentSupports chamber executives by providing them with the knowledge and resources necessary to be effective leaders within their communities, ensuring they are well-informed on relevant issues.
- Fostering informed and effective leadership leadership_developmentSupports chamber executives by fostering informed and effective leadership within their communities, enabling them to better serve their local areas.
- Informing members through ongoing updates on state finances member_informed_through_ongoing_updatesProvides ongoing updates to members about state revenue and spending trends to support informed decision-making, by monitoring and analyzing state revenue trends, including individual income tax withholding and corporate tax collection patterns.
- Leadership development and collaborative community engagement community-driven leadershipFosters informed, community-driven leadership by cultivating relationships across chambers, education partners, and local leaders, promoting cross-sector collaboration to address shared economic and community challenges.
- Legislative advocacy for economic vitality legislative advocacySupports or opposes legislation that impacts the state's economic vitality, aiming to advance policies that create jobs and economic prosperity.
- Maximizing long-term member value through active engagement member_engagement_modelEncourages sustained membership by emphasizing the cumulative benefits of active participation in programs and services, reinforcing the return on investment over time.
- Member-Driven Advocacy and Collaboration member-driven_advocacyEngages members to inform policy development and advocacy efforts, creating opportunities for local businesses, and strengthening partnerships to address community challenges and advance economic prosperity at local, state, and federal levels.
- Member-driven advocacy and partnership development member-driven advocacy and partnership developmentFocuses on creating opportunities for local businesses, advocating for member needs, and strengthening organizational partnerships, using member input to inform policy development and advocacy on issues affecting local business.
- Member-driven advocacy to shape policy and partnerships member-driven_advocacyUses input from members to inform policy development and advocacy efforts, ensuring that business priorities are represented in legislative and regulatory discussions, while also building strategic partnerships to amplify impact.
- Ongoing economic intelligence and revenue trend analysis for informed decision-making revenue_trend_analysisMonitors state revenue trends—including individual income tax withholding and seasonal corporate tax patterns—to provide members with timely, data-driven insights that support strategic planning and policy advocacy.
- Tiered Membership for Value and Engagement tiered_membership_modelOffers a tiered membership structure with bundled services and fixed annual renewal, emphasizing the long-term, cumulative value derived from active utilization of benefits to encourage member engagement.
- Tiered membership model to increase accessibility and engagement tiered_membership_modelOffers tiered membership pricing based on annual income with bundled services and fixed renewal to make membership more accessible and predictable for organizations of varying sizes, thereby increasing participation and retention.
named programs · 4
what they call their work
ACE Advocacy Day at the Capitol
Annual event bringing chamber executives to the state capitol to engage with legislators, hear from state leaders, and advance collective policy priorities
Annual Statewide Legislative Agenda
Coordinates a unified policy platform for Arizona chambers to advocate for business-friendly legislation at state and federal levels
Jack Camper Scholarship Fund
Provides scholarship opportunities for chamber professionals to attend ACE and WACE conferences and leadership institutes
Local Chambers Call
Weekly conference calls during legislative session to provide chamber executives with timely updates on legislative developments and coordination opportunities
relationships · 15
who they work with
- Arizona Commerce Authority Government — Listed as a useful link
- Arizona Legislature Government — Listed as a useful link
- Arizona Office of Tourism Government — Listed as a useful link
- Arizona State University Partner — Engages with Arizona State University as a key stakeholder in the Tempe business community.
- Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives Partner — Listed as a useful link
- City of Tempe Government — Maintains stakeholder relationships with the City of Tempe.
- Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Partner — Sarah Watts, President/CEO of Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, was appointed to the Board of Directors of Arizona Chamber Executives (ACE).
- Greater Phoenix Chamber Partner — Aims to make ACE Advocacy Day valuable to all ACE members.
- Molera Alverez Public Affairs Partner — Lobbyist Jaime Molera provided insight on the workings at the capitol during ACE Advocacy Day.
- Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce Partner — Arizona Chamber Executives reports on leadership changes and activities of the Prescott Valley Chamber of Commerce, indicating a professional relationship or affiliation.
- Tempe Chamber of Commerce Partner — Collaborates with the Tempe Chamber of Commerce in leadership and governance.
- U.S. Chamber Partner — Representatives Ed and Jennings joined ACE Advocacy Day in person and provided insight.
- U.S. Chamber of Commerce Partner — Listed as a useful link
- Western Association of Chamber Executives Partner — Listed as a useful link
- Willetta Partners Partner — Lobbyist Michael Haener provided insight on the workings at the capitol during ACE Advocacy Day.