Tuesday, February 4, 2020 Emerging Issues Forum: 2020 Sustainability Summit The Tempe Chamber of Commerce Sustainability Committee proudly presents Emerging Issues Forum: 2020 Sustainability Summit. We invite members to learn from local experts about successful business case studies, solutions, and programs that help businesses save money and resources. This event includes an exposition and plated breakfast. If you are interested in using your membership ticket credits please email Chamber News & Events Leadership Speaker Series Presents Joan Jakel Ready to harness change so you can design a life, career or business that supports your evolution? Joan Jakel, advisor, coach, and counselor, will provide attendees with a toolbox of resources to overcome obstacles, tame their fears, exercise courage and live in their vision. There are still a few hours to purchase single series tickets, so please ! If you would like to learn how you can support the Women in Business council and their Charity of the Year at this event, . 2020 Nominations Are Open! The 2020 Business Woman of the Year and Business Excellence Award nominations are now open!  To read more about how you can nominate someone today and view recipients from previous years, The 2020 State of the District is Almost Sold Out! Sponsored by FOX Corporation, the 2020 State of the District with U.S. Representative Greg Stanton welcomes community, educational, political, and civic leaders for a formal breakfast. This year's event will be held on Friday, March 20, 2020 from 9:00 am to 10:30 am. This event will sell out quickly so be sure to If you are interested in using your membership ticket credits please email Tempe Chamber New Sustainability Committee We are pleased to announce the formation of a member-based Sustainability Committee! This committee's purpose is torecognize and champion sustainable businesses in Tempe, while providing education and resources to all Tempe Chamber Members who would like to adopt or enhance sustainable methods and practices. This Committee will have its first meeting open to the membership-at-large on Thursday, February 20, 2020 at 8:30 am at MAC6. If you are interested in attending register . Chamber Endorsed Candidate Doreen Garlid As an advocate for a strong business community, the Tempe Chamber recently endorsed Doreen Garlid in the 2020 Tempe Council election. "I’m deeply honored to have the endorsement of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce because it reflects my personal commitment to local businesses that are the backbone of our community. The Tempe Chamber shares my values in their commitment to excellence, integrity and empowering others to make Tempe a great place to live, work and do business.” - Doreen Garlid To learn more about Doreen and her vision for Tempe, and hear from our endorsed other City Council candidates, we invite you to register for our on Wednesday February 19th. Help us welcome the companies who invested in the Tempe Chamber in January 2020! We want to say thank you to the members who renewed their investment in the Tempe Chamber last month! The companies below represent over 260 years of commitment to building a stronger business community. Feb 18, 2020 (7:30 AM - 8:30 AM) Arizona Apparel Foundation Tempe, Arizona Feb 26, 2020 (5:30 PM - 7 PM) Graduate Tempe Tempe, Arizona Ribbon Cuttings Feb 4, 2020 (10 AM - 11 AM) Pilates Tempe Tempe, Arizona Feb 6, 2020 (4 PM - 5 PM) Your CBD Store Tempe, Arizona Feb 20, 2020 (4 PM - 5 PM) Spokes on Southern Tempe, Arizona Upcoming Meetings 06 Feb 11 Feb 12 Feb 12 Feb Tempe Leadership Grab Your Golf Clubs This Sunday! Support Tempe Leadership Class XXXV in revitalizing the basketball courts at Escalante Park with public art. Using a professional artist, the class will work side by side with the community to paint murals on the basketball courts. On February 9, 2020, beginning at 7 am, Tempe Leadership Class XXXV will be hosting a golf tournament at Ken McDonald Golf Course where the proceeds go toward helping the class accomplish and complete their community project P.E.A.C.E. for more information. Conversations with Leaders - Next Wednesday! Join Tempe Leadership on February 12, 2020, for an evening with former Arizona Attorney General Grant Woods. Moderated by Tempe Leadership Alumna, Dr. Kate Vawter, attendees will have the opportunity to hear first-hand accounts of topics such as, Mr. Woods personal path to leadership and strategies for success. for more information on how you can register today. Save the Date for Tempe Cares Day! Tempe Leadership announces Tempe Cares’ signature annual 1-day event on March 7, 2020 from 7 am - Noon at Kiwanis Park. Tempe Cares annual community service project will host the Overcome The Obstacles: Tempe Police Department Equestrian Day in support of the Tempe Police Department and its training programs for horses to collaboratively support public safety. and to volunteer. Member News & Events Downtown Tempe Ike's Launch & Ribbon Cutting February 13, 2020 from 8:00 am to 9:00 am ASU Internship Fair & All-Majors Career Fair Today and February 26, 2020 at the ASU Memorial Union Don't miss out on the only and the largest of the semester at Arizona State University! Dignity Health Heart Health Fair February 7, 2020 from 8:00 am to 12:00 pm at Mercy Gilbert Medical Center you can receive complimentary screenings and sign up for educational opportunities. 2020 Gala Sponsorship Opportunity February 8, 2020 at the Omni Scottsdale Resort & amp; Spa at Montelucia information about Save the Family, this gala sponsorship opportunity, and how you can donate a silent auction item. ASU Open Door February 8, 2020 for information on touring the West Campus, and for information on touring the Downtown Phoenix Campus. Pilates Tempe Social & Silent Auction February 8, 2020 from 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm about how you can attend and donate a silent auction item to benefit the Phoenix Children's Hospital today! Presidents' Day Sale Benefiting TCH! February 14, 2020 to February 17, 2020 and purchase a brand new vehicle at San Tan Ford's Presidents' Day Sale with low rates from ! Valentines Day at South Mountain February 14, 2020 from 6:00 pm to 10:00 pm to view the petroglyphs at sunset along the Los Lomitas trial. Pathways Preschool Open House February 15, 2020 from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm about Pathways Preschool and get inspired by their Reggio Emilia approach to learning. 15% Off a Midsummer Night's Dream From now until February 16, 2020 and receive 15% if you use the code: TEMPECOC FREE Yoga at Z'Tejas February 16, 2020 to March 22, 2020 from 9:00 am to 10:15 am Join Pilates Tempe for free yoga every Sunday! Conservation Science Night February 21, 2020 at 6:00 pm about this free event! Love Your Gut: The Store of Your Microbiome February 21, 2020 from 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm to see Staci Joy speak about living a healthier lifestyle even when at Happy Hour! Teen Career Conference February 22, 2020 from 10:00 am to 3:30 pm about the annual Teen Conference where teens and parents have the opportunity to explore different careers in animal science. Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play!" Now until March 8, 2020 to see this fun, lively, and amusing play at the Herberger Theater Center. Free Tax Preparation Now until April 11, 2020 beginning at 9:00 am about Tempe Community Council's IRS-certified volunteers and how you can schedule a FREE consultation to prepare and e-file your 2019 tax returns! Job Board Metromile is Hiring! Metromile is hiring for a Claims Administrative Support Specialist at their Tempe office, located on Fountainhead Parkway. For more information, or email Carvana is Hiring! Carvana has multiple job opportunities at their Tempe location, located on Rio Salado Parkway. For more information, visit the . Community News & Events PHX East Valley Innovates Entrepreneur Week PHX East Valley Innovates Entrepreneur Week begins February 10th and will be hosting workshops all over the PHX East Valley! And even better...one right here in Tempe! Join special guests like Mike Jones, CEO & amp; Managing Partner at Resound, and learn how to use free and low-cost tools to tell your company's story during a two and a half hour workshop followed by live music and a networking happy hour. Tempe Streetcar Update CONSTRUCTION UPDATE WEEK OF February 3, 2020 - Ash Avenue/Rio Salado Parkway intersection: Road widening efforts are ongoing at the Ash Avenue/Rio Salado Parkway intersection. The intersection will be closed from January 20 – February 26 while crews construct the roundabout. for more details. - Apache Blvd from Gammage Curve to Rural Road: Landscaping and electrical upgrades. Traffic will be maintained in both directions. Expect sidewalk/crosswalk detours. - Apache Blvd east of Rural Road: Track installation and OCS foundation work continues. Traffic maintained in both directions. Expect turn restrictions and possible sidewalk/crosswalk detours. Visit to view the latest updates including the latest 6-month construction outlook. Thank you to our Community Champions Tempe Chamber of Commerce 1232 E. Broadway Rd. Suite #211 Tempe, AZ 85282 480-967-7891