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CITY OF MARICOPA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MARICOPA, AZ · EIN 331103355 · Form 990EZ · FY2020 · NTEE S30 · Community Improvement · Micro (<$100K) · www.maricopachamber.org
revenue
$53K
expenses
$56K
net assets
$40K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TO PROMOTE BUSINESS INTEREST IN THE GREATER MARICOPA AREA

profile · synthesized from sources

The Greater Maricopa Business Alliance, also known as the City of Maricopa Chamber of Commerce, is dedicated to connecting, supporting, and advancing businesses in Western Pinal County, Arizona. It provides networking opportunities, educational programs, and advocacy initiatives to help local businesses thrive and strengthen the economic vitality of the community. The organization offers various membership levels with benefits like digital presence, marketing tools, and access to local leaders.

named programs · 15 · from sources

what they call their work

Ambassadors Committee
Focuses on new member relations, ribbon cuttings, welcoming guides, networking opportunities, and member outreach.
Community Clicker mobile app
Connects residents directly to member businesses to build community commerce.
Events
Organizes various events for networking and community engagement.
Events Committee
Plans and executes events such as the Quarterly Kickstart Breakfast, Awards Banquet, Workshops & Seminars.
Exposure
Features member businesses in community networks and promotions.
Full Service
Dedicated team to manage business onboarding and ensure a smooth transition into the community.
GMBA Lunchtime Connections & Networking Nights
Casual networking events for local professionals to connect and learn about local businesses.
Government Affairs Committee
Attends local proceedings, organizes "The Great Exchange Quarterly Economic Forum," and "Inside the Issues" to inform businesses about local government and growth.
Key to Community
Provides access to local business leaders, government officials, and influential community members.
Marketing & Communications Committee
Manages GMBA branding, social media, and monthly event updates to keep members informed and engaged.
Mobile Version of Your Catalog
Provides members with a mobile-optimized website and accessible mobile catalog for their products/services.
Networking
Provides extensive networking opportunities to help members build connections and grow their businesses.
Personal Services
Offers advice, valuable resources, and one-on-one support to help businesses overcome challenges and seize opportunities.
Quarterly Kickstart Breakfast
Brings local leaders to discuss issues affecting the local community and economy, with sponsorship opportunities.
The Great Exchange: Quarterly Economic Forum
Discusses topics impacting the local economy, including government affairs and infrastructure, with Q&A and sponsorship opportunities.
activities · 9 groups

what they do

  • Business Networking Events 3 activities
    • Facilitating Business Networking and Professional Development
      Organizes and hosts various networking events, workshops, and professional development programs, including monthly Lunchtime Connections, Networking Nights, and a Quarterly Kickstart Breakfast, to connect local businesses, foster collaboration, and support strategic growth.
    • Monthly Networking Opportunities
      Hosts monthly Lunchtime Connections and Networking Nights for local professionals and entrepreneurs to connect and collaborate.
    • Networking Events and Workshops
      Offers networking events, workshops, professional development programs, and training to connect local businesses and support strategic growth.
  • Local Business Advocacy & Economic Development 2 activities
    • Advocacy at Government Meetings
      Attends local city, county, and regional government meetings to advocate for the interests of local businesses.
    • Advocating for Local Businesses
      Attends local city, county, and regional government meetings to represent the interests of the business community.
  • Career Pathways & Workforce Training 2 activities
    • Capacity Building through Collaboration
      Collaborates with educational institutions, workforce development programs, and state organizations to support skills training and career advancement.
    • Supporting Workforce Development and Education
      Collaborates with educational institutions, workforce development programs, and state organizations to support skills training and career advancement for the local community.
  • Member and Service Provider Directories 2 activities
    • Member Business Promotion
      Features member businesses in community networks to increase their exposure and provides a platform for members to load deals for the public.
    • Promoting Member Businesses
      Features member businesses in community networks, organizes ribbon cuttings and milestone celebrations, creates a Business Catalog with web pages, and offers a support team to build basic web pages for members to increase their exposure.
  • Small Business Technical Assistance & Counseling 1 activity
    • Business Support and Resources
      Provides advice, resources, and one-on-one support to businesses, including access to traditional and digital tools to maximize business potential.
  • Member-Focused Newsletter Publishing 1 activity
    • Community Engagement and Communication
      Engages in regular communication and interaction with members, providing updates on local government and growth through publications and newsletters.
  • Community Event Calendar Management 1 activity
    • Event Facilitation and Support
      Facilitates event registration for members and allows members to submit their own events to a syndicated calendar.
  • Website Development & Branding Services 1 activity
    • Providing Digital Tools and Marketing Support for Members
      Develops Traffic Catcher System landing pages, creates modern mobile web applications, provides tools for members to integrate calendars into their websites, and assists with setting up social networks and reviewing search results to enhance members' digital presence and marketing efforts.
  • Uncategorized 5 activities
    • Facilitating Member Communication and Engagement
      Engages in regular communication with members, provides platforms for members to load deals, access member-to-member deals, submit community posts and press releases, participate in local message boards, and trade leads with other members.
    • Hosting Economic Forums and Providing Local Updates
      Hosts "The Great Exchange: Quarterly Economic Forum" with panels and Q&A sessions on topics impacting the local economy, including government affairs and infrastructure, and provides "Inside the Issues" local updates on government and growth.
    • Member Onboarding and Integration
      Provides a dedicated team to manage business onboarding and community integration for new members.
    • Providing Business Support and Resources
      Offers advice, resources, and one-on-one support to businesses, including welcoming guides for new members, and provides access to traditional and digital tools, systems, and mobile apps to maximize business potential.
    • Quarterly Economic Forums
      Hosts "The Great Exchange: Quarterly Economic Forum" with panels and Q&A sessions on topics impacting the local economy, including government affairs and infrastructure.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2020
revenue
Total revenue$53K
Contributions & grants$3K5%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$370%
Other revenue—
expenses
Total expenses$56K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits$22K
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$50K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$40K
1 years on record · 2020–2020
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2020

who runs it

board members · 5
  • ANTHONY GONZALEZ — DIRECTOR
  • ANTONIA PRESUME — DIRECTOR
  • JON CORWIN — CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
  • KAREN POSSER — DIRECTOR
  • TRACI ARMSTEAD-PAYTON — DIRECTOR
relationships · 9

who they work with

  • 911 Air Repair Partner — Owner Raymond Nieves provided a testimonial for the organization.
  • Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club Partner — Spotlighted as a valued part of the GMBA network, with its General Manager Brady Wilson.
  • Arroyo Grille Partner — Spotlighted as part of Ak-Chin Southern Dunes Golf Club, offering food and service.
  • business sector leaders Partner — Cultivates partnerships to support a thriving economic environment.
  • civic sector leaders Partner — Works with civic leaders to represent member interests and drive community initiatives.
  • education sector leaders Partner — Engages education leaders to align workforce development with regional needs.
  • educational institutions Partner — Collaborates to create skills training and career advancement opportunities.
  • state organizations Partner — Collaborates to create career pathways and workforce development opportunities.
  • workforce development programs Partner — Partners to support professional growth and workforce development.