Tuesday, February 4, 2020 2020 Nominations Are Open! To nominate someone for Business Women of the Year To nominate a business for the Business Excellence Awards . Chamber News & Events Chamber Advocacy Day On February 26th, Chambers of Commerce across the Arizona will come together for a powerful day of advocacy at the state legislature, where attendees will hear updates about how policy is impacting business from legislative leadership. Following a morning of education, the group will enjoy lunch with legislators at Mission Possible. Attendees will end the day in the galleries of the House and Senate, where they will be acknowledged from the House and Senate floors. Don't miss this opportunity to connect with your state legislators and discuss the important issues impacting YOUR community! Leadership Speaker Series Presents Adam Lee Brooks Get into the minds of Millennials with Adam Lee Brooks! This Friday, learn how Millennial-friendly equals community, family, and creativity, and how a multi-generational workforce is beneficial to your workplace. 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, . Tempe Chamber CEO to Serve on Chamber Executives Association Board Anne Gill,the President/CEO of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce, has been elected to a three-year term on the Board of the . W.A.C.E. is an association of chamber of commerce executives and staff professionals with approximately 870 members in 19 Western states and Canada. The association is designed to promote and enhance the professional development of chamber of commerce executives and is the largest state or regional chamber of commerce executives association in the United States. Selling Out Quickly! Reserve Your Seat Today! 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 President's Day Office Hours The Tempe Chamber office will be closed in observance of President's Day and will re-open Tuesday, February 18, 2020. We apologize for any inconvenience. 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 Endorsed Candidate Randy Keating As an advocate for a strong business community, the Tempe Chamber recently endorsed Randy Keating in the 2020 Tempe Council election. "Tempe’s businesses are a driving force in our economy and a pillar of our community. It’s important that our businesses continue to have a symbiotic and prosperous relationship with the city, and if re-elected, I will continue to work with the Tempe Chamber of Commerce to make sure that Tempe’s rising tide lifts all boats." - Randy Keating To learn more about Randy and his vision for Tempe, and hear from our endorsed other City Council candidates, we invite you to register for our on Wednesday February 19th. Members of the Tempe Chamber in conjunction with support from the Business Development Council are encouraged to submit content for publication on the Tempe Chamber website and across other Tempe Chamber Social Media platforms. If you are interested in getting exposure for yourself and business while crafting impactful blog content, please reach out to. 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 20, 2020 (4 PM - 5 PM) Spokes on Southern Tempe, Arizona Feb 21, 2020 (11 AM - 12 PM) OsteoStrong Tempe Tempe, Arizona Upcoming Meetings 11 Feb 12 Feb 12 Feb 14 Feb 19 Feb 20 Feb Tempe Leadership Conversations with Leaders - Tommorrow Evening Join Tempe Leadership tomorrow evening for a conversation 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. Volunteer at Tempe Cares Day! Tempe Leadership announces Tempe Cares’ signature annual 1-day event on March 7, 2020 from 7 am - Noon at Kiwanis Park to support the Tempe Police Department and its training programs for horses to collaboratively support public safety. Member News & Events TCC Human Services Survey Now until March 15, 2020 Spend a few minutes to help determine prioritization for Human Services funding. Downtown Tempe Ike's Launch & Ribbon Cutting February 13, 2020 from 8:00 am to 9:00 am Create Your Own Graphics - Canva for Business Workshop February 13, 2020 from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm about how you can register for this FREE hands-on workshop. 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 6th Street Market - "Asian Street Food Pop-Up" February 16, 2020 from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm This culinary tour de force explores the vibrant and mouthwatering "street food" traditions of Asia with tasty delights from Japan to Korea 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! IRS Small Business Webinar - Understanding the Gig Economy February 20, 2020 at 12:00 pm MST about how you can register for this free 60-minute webinar. 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. IRS Small Business Webinar - ITINs February 25, 2020 at 12:00 pm MST to understand individual taxpayer identification numbers during this free 60-minute webinar. ASU Internship Fair & All-Majors Career Fair 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! First Press Fine Wine Dinner and Auction March 6, 2020 from 5:45 pm to 11:00 pm for a formal dinner and auction at the Westin Kierland Resort and Spa benefiting the Friends of Public Radio Arizona. 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 - Fast & Furious DIY Marketing PHX East Valley Innovates Entrepreneur Week began yesterday and will be hosting a Marketing Workshop in just two days...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 - [NEW]Ash Avenue Pre-Track Work: On February 14, crews will be carving the trench on Ash Avenue from 3rd Street to University Drive in advance of track installation. This work will take place overnight, with brief traffic holds at driveways and intersections on the west side of the road. for more details. - 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. - [NEW]Apache Blvd and Terrace Road intersection: Track installation. Expect restricted turns and crosswalk detours on February 15. 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