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MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
MESA, AZ · EIN 860038150 · Form 990 · FY2021 · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.mesachamber.org
revenue
$874K
expenses
$738K
net assets
$438K
employees
10
volunteers
24
program ratio
0%
mission · from form 990

THE MESA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IS THE RECOGNIZED RESOURCE AND CELEBRATED LEADER FOR THE MESA BUSINESS COMMUNITY. THE ORGANIZATION EXISTS TO IMPROVE, PROMOTE AND ADVOCATE FOR BUSINESSES IN MESA.

profile · synthesized from sources

The Mesa Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization that supports businesses in Mesa, Arizona. It provides resources and programs to help member businesses become more efficient, productive, and profitable, including discounted services and a boxed lunch menu featuring local member restaurants.

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. #1 primary $0
    BREAKFAST WITH THE MAYOR THE ORGANIZATION SPONSORS THE ANNUAL BREAKFAST WITH THE MAYOR OF MESA. THE STATE-OF-THE-CITY ADDRESS FOCUSES ON ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ISSUES FACING THE CITY OF MESA. EACH YEAR, THE MAYOR ANNOUNCES NEW INITIATIVES AND PROGRAMS THAT WILL IMPACT THE CITY. THE AVERAGE ATTENDANCE IS 400+ INDIVIDUALS.
  2. #2 $0
    ANNUAL LEADERSHIP AWARDS DINNER THE MESA BUSINESS COMMUNITY GATHERS ANNUALLY TO CELEBRATE BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AND LEADERSHIP. THE DINNER HONORS BUSINESS, EDUCATION, TOURISM AND COMMUNITY SERVICE LEADERS. IT RECOGNIZES BUSINESSES AND ORGANIZATIONS THAT HAVE GONE ABOVE AND BEYOND THE NORMAL COURSE OF THEIR MISSIONS. THE AVERAGE ATTENDANCE IS 400+ INDIVIDUALS.
named programs · 3 · from sources

what they call their work

Chamber Member Chat Deck
A platform for members to promote their messages and offerings to other Chamber members.
Mesa Chamber Affinity Partners
Partnerships that provide discount programs and solutions to benefit Chamber members, aiming to increase their efficiency, productivity, and profitability.
Mesa Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu
A curated menu of catering options from Chamber member restaurants, offering discounts to members for convenient meeting lunch solutions.
activities · 8 groups

what they do

  • Business Networking Events 5 activities
    • Business Networking Events and Programs
      Organizes over 400 events and programs annually to facilitate networking opportunities for business professionals and ensure local business success.
    • Business Networking and Events
      Organizes over 400 events and programs annually, including structured referral groups with required quotas and weekly meetings, to facilitate business networking and information sharing among members and improve the local business community.
    • Business Networking and Events
      Organizes over 400 events and programs annually, including structured referral groups with required quotas and weekly meetings, to facilitate business networking and information sharing among members and improve the local business community.
    • Business Networking and Referrals
      Facilitates business networking through over 400 annual events and programs, including structured referral groups with attendance requirements and lead tracking, to connect professionals and generate business opportunities for members.
    • Business Referral Groups
      Facilitates structured business referral groups with weekly meetings, enforced attendance, and required referral quotas for members, tracking leads generated and monitoring performance.
  • Member Ambassador Program Operations 5 activities
    • Community Involvement and Volunteering
      Organizes participation in local nonprofit support efforts and volunteering at Chamber events and programs.
    • Member Engagement and Retention
      Utilizes volunteers (Ambassadors) to strengthen relationships with Chamber members, connect them with resources, retain existing members, recruit new businesses, and assist at events, while also organizing committees for members in related industries to share information and improve the business community.
    • Member Support and Engagement through Ambassadors
      Utilizes volunteers (Ambassadors) to strengthen relationships with Chamber members, connect them with resources, retain existing members, recruit new business owners, and assist at events.
    • Volunteer and Community Engagement
      Organizes participation in local nonprofit support efforts and utilizes volunteers (Ambassadors) to strengthen relationships with Chamber members, connect them with resources, retain existing members, recruit new business owners, and assist at events.
    • Volunteer and Community Engagement
      Organizes participation in local nonprofit support efforts and utilizes volunteers (Ambassadors) to strengthen relationships with Chamber members, connect them with resources, retain existing members, recruit new business owners, and assist at events.
  • Chamber of Commerce Member Services 5 activities
    • Member Support Services
      Provides various direct services to member businesses, including notary services, issuing certificates of origin for international trade, and a "Boxed Lunch Menu" featuring catering options from Chamber members to support local businesses.
    • Member Support Services
      Provides direct services to member businesses including notary services, issuing certificates of origin for international trade, and a "Boxed Lunch Menu" featuring catering options from member businesses to support local commerce.
    • Member Support Services
      Provides various direct services to member businesses, including notary services, issuing certificates of origin for international trade, and a "Boxed Lunch Menu" featuring catering options from Chamber members to support local businesses.
    • Member-to-Member Catering Support
      Provides a "Boxed Lunch Menu" featuring catering options from Chamber members, allowing members to order in volume and support other members.
    • Notary Services and Certificates of Origin
      Provides notary services and issues certificates of origin for member businesses engaged in international trade.
  • Member Benefits and Support Services 4 activities
    • Expanded Membership Benefits
      Offers a second-tier membership program that provides businesses with expanded media opportunities and complimentary event access.
    • Membership Tiers and Benefits
      Offers different membership tiers providing various benefits, including digital directory listings, inclusion in the Compass magazine directory, expanded media opportunities, complimentary event access, and marketing and training opportunities.
    • Membership Tiers and Benefits
      Offers different membership tiers providing various benefits, including digital directory listings, inclusion in the Compass magazine directory, expanded media opportunities, complimentary event access, and marketing and training opportunities.
    • Membership Tiers and Benefits
      Offers various membership tiers, including a foundational tier with digital directory listing and inclusion in the Compass magazine, and a second-tier program providing expanded media opportunities, complimentary event access, and marketing and training opportunities.
  • Veteran Job Training and Placement 3 activities
    • Workforce Development and Job Placement
      Operates a member-driven job postings platform connecting local businesses with job seekers and provides workforce development programs, educational resources, and services for veterans transitioning to civilian life.
    • Workforce Development and Job Placement
      Operates a member-driven job postings platform connecting nearly 1,000 local businesses with job seekers and provides workforce development programs, educational resources, and services for veterans transitioning to civilian life.
    • Workforce Development and Job Placement
      Operates a member-driven job postings platform connecting nearly 1,000 local businesses with job seekers and provides workforce development programs, educational resources, and services for veterans transitioning to civilian life.
  • Committee & Forum Management 1 activity
    • Industry-Specific Committees
      Organizes committees for members in related industries to gather monthly, share information, discuss topics, and improve the business community.
  • Online Job Board Operations 1 activity
    • Job Postings Platform
      Operates a member-driven job postings platform connecting nearly 1,000 local businesses with job seekers in Mesa.
  • Uncategorized 1 activity
    • Workforce Development for Veterans
      Provides workforce development programs, educational resources, and services to support veterans transitioning from military to civilian life.
financials · form 990 · fy2021
revenue
Total revenue$874K
Contributions & grants$120K14%
Program service revenue$728K83%
Investment income$3180%
Other revenue$25K
expenses
Total expenses$738K
Program expenses0%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$428K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$516K
Cash$501K
Investments$0
Liabilities$78K
Net assets$438K
Liquid reserves8.1 mo
2 years on record · 2020–2021 · YoY revenue -11.3%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2021

who runs it

paid leadership · 1
NameTitleHours/wkCompensation
SALLY HARRISON PRESIDENT/CEO 1 $100K
board members · 24
  • ANDI FOURLIS — DIRECTOR
  • BRIAN KOCH — EXECUTIVE BOARD
  • BRIAN O'NEIL — DIRECTOR
  • CRAIG LOHMAN — EXECUTIVE BOARD
  • DR LORI BERQUAM — DIRECTOR
  • ERIC EMMERT — DIRECTOR
  • ERIC TUNE — DIRECTOR
  • ERICA EMMONS — DIRECTOR
  • GEORGE BLISS — DIRECTOR
  • GLENN KASPRZYK — CHAIR
  • HESTON KLENK — DIRECTOR
  • JAMES CHRISTIANSEN — DIRECTOR
  • JAN NEWTON — DIRECTOR
  • JANE HANSON — DIRECTOR
  • JEFF MIRASOLA — DIRECTOR
  • JENNIFER GRAVES — DIRECTOR
  • JOE COTRONEO — DIRECTOR
  • KEVIN BROECKLING — DIRECTOR
  • MARC GARCIA — DIRECTOR
  • MARK FREEMAN — DIRECTOR
  • MARK YOUNG — DIRECTOR
  • MICHAEL JACKSON — DIRECTOR
  • OTTO SHILL — DIRECTOR
  • SANG LUU — DIRECTOR
relationships · 39

who they work with

  • ALLPAY Partner — Provides credit card processing services, point of sale systems, working capital loans, and gift and loyalty programs to members with transparent analysis and no hidden fees.
  • AZ Job Connection Partner — Collaborates with AZ Job Connection to connect employers and job seekers through Arizona's statewide workforce platform.
  • Advance Champion Supply Partner — Offers members deals and discounts on janitorial supplies, commercial cleaning equipment, paper products, and safety supplies.
  • Bob Nelson Partner — Contact person for inquiries about the Chamber Member Chat Deck.
  • Bobby Q's Partner — Participates in the Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu, offering discounted boxed lunches and by-the-gallon beverages to Chamber members.
  • Boulders On Southern Partner — Participates in the Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu, offering discounted breakfast burritos, calzones/pizzas, and lunch boxes to Chamber members.
  • Brookfield Residential Properties Partner — Christian Orr, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with Brookfield Residential Properties.
  • Cigna Healthcare of Arizona Partner — Erica Harris is affiliated with Cigna Healthcare of Arizona.
  • City of Mesa Government — Vice Mayor Scott Somers, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with the City of Mesa.
  • City of Mesa Economic Development Partner — Jaye O'Donnell, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with City of Mesa Economic Development.
  • Coffee Time Partner — Hosts Central Mesa and West Mesa Business Networking Groups on the fourth Thursday of each month.
  • Cox Communications Partner — Offers members reliable and secure Fiber Internet connections for businesses.
  • Crescent Crown Distributing Partner — Neil Baier, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with Crescent Crown Distributing.
  • Dairy Queen Partner — Participates in the Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu, offering discounted boxed lunches and ice cream options to Chamber members.
  • Dave & Buster's Partner — Participates in the Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu, offering discounted slider and salad boxed lunches to Chamber members.
  • Dink & Dine Pickle Park Partner — Participates in the Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu, offering discounted breakfast and lunch options to Chamber members.
  • Dorn Policy Group Partner — Eric Emmert, Lobbyist, is affiliated with Dorn Policy Group.
  • Gallagher & Kennedy Partner — Otto Shill, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with Gallagher & Kennedy.
  • Golden Goose Digital Marketing Partner — Specializes in building online presence, websites, and marketing strategies for members.
  • Guild Mortgage Company Partner — Shannon Heinze, Board Chair, is affiliated with Guild Mortgage Company.
  • Honey Baked Ham Partner — Participates in the Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu, offering discounted sandwich and salad boxed lunches and beverages to Chamber members.
  • HonorHealth Partner — Susan Stephensen, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with HonorHealth.
  • Jimmy G's Partner — Participates in the Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu, offering discounted sack lunches with pasta or mac n' cheese, and salads to Chamber members.
  • Job Connect Mesa Partner — Collaborates with Job Connect Mesa to connect local employers with Mesa’s workforce through a dedicated employment platform.
  • Lofgreen's Office Products Partner — Provides discounts on office products, furniture, technology, break room supplies, and janitorial products with free next-business-day delivery for members.
  • Melty Partner — Participates in the Chamber Boxed Lunch Menu, offering discounted lunchboxes to Chamber members.
  • Mesa Community College Partner — Richard Daniel, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with Mesa Community College.
  • Mesa Gateway Airport Partner — Brian O'Neill, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with Mesa Gateway Airport.
  • Mesa Leadership Partner — Phaedra Earhart, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with Mesa Leadership.
  • Mesa Public Schools Partner — Dr. Matt Strom, a Chamber Board member, is affiliated with Mesa Public Schools.
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