Tuesday, January 28, 2020 Reserve Your Seats for the 2020 State of the District! 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. Representative Stanton will speak on the federal issues and how they can impact our community, district, state, and country as a whole. This event will sell out quickly so be sure to If you are interested in using your membership ticket credits please email Chamber News & Events Leadership Speaker Series Presents Olenka Cullinan Founder and CEO of #iStartFirst, Olenka Cullinan, will share how can you and your company become the igniter to create the largest ripple effect for the next generation of leaders. Join Olenka to re-define your purpose, elevate your leadership skills with the tools that build tomorrow’s leadership today. about Olenka and her "BackBone of Success" method. 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, . Chamber Endorsed Candidate Joel Navarro As an advocate for a strong business community, the Tempe Chamber recently endorsed Joel Navarro in the 2020 Tempe Council election. "Since 2008, I have had the privilege to serve as your Councilmember and guide the city through, both, the good economic times and the Great Recession. The Tempe Chamber has always been a strong strategic ally. Our city and their partnership offer critical help to attract and maintain high paying jobs in our community. I am proud that my track record of service has earned the support of the Tempe Chamber of Commerce and look forward to working together to show Tempe is an economic leader in the Valley for generations to come." - Joel Navarro To learn more about Joel 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. Veteran Scholarship Application Due This Week! Our Military Affairs Committee is proud to announce the Merle Fister Veteran Scholarship awarding $1,000 in education assistance for a deserving US Military Veteran within Tempe! The scholarship recipient will be announced by February 15, 2020, and recognized at the on March 11, 2020. on how you can apply by January 31, 2020, and and the legacy he left behind. Feb 18, 2020 (7:30 AM - 8:30 AM) Arizona Apparel Foundation Tempe, Arizona Jan 28, 2020 (5 PM - 6 PM) Varsity Tavern 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 28 Jan 04 Feb 06 Feb Tempe Leadership Help Support Your Tempe Community! 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 - Two Weeks Away! 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 email to volunteer. Member News & Events Chamber Members Make 2020 Best Tempe Tech Startups We are proud to recognize and for being awarded 'Best Tech Startups in Tempe' for the 2020 year. Learn more about these two companies and how they made the list . The City of Tempe Needs Your Ideas! Zip lines. Bicycle pump tracks. Indoor aquariums. The world's largest interactive selfie wall. No idea is too big or too crazy! The City of Tempe is looking for businesses with big ideas to help bring its new recreation plan for the parks around Tempe Town Lake to life. The Rio Salado Master Plan, which recently was approved by the Tempe City Council, calls for new activities in six specified zones around Tempe Town Lake. For more information on how to submit your idea by February 3, 2020, reach out to , 480-350-8617 or visit the website for . State of the Neighborhoods - Nominations Due Next Week Every neighborhood has people and businesses deserving of recognition and every April The City of Tempe celebrates those who make your neighborhood extraordinary! for more information on how you can nominate someone by February 5, 2020. Branding Your Business Lunch & Learn Today from 12:00 pm to 1:30 pm how you can attend this educational workshop! Mural Release Happy Hour Tomorrow from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Tempest Hotel Enjoy happy hour prices with appetizers and help celebrate The Tempest Hotel's new mural. Submit Your Favorite Pet Photo This Week! Now through January 31, 2020 about how to submit your pet and find out what you could win. College Connect Workshop: College & Career Bootcamp February 1, 2020 from 9:30 am to 12:00 pm Learn about summer college programs, get help with FAFSA completion and mock interviews by ! Help TCH Earn Dollars by Volunteering! Now through February 2, 2020 at the Waste Management Phoenix Open Free Tax Preparation From February 1, 2020 to 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! ASU Open Door February 1, 2020, and February 8, 2020 for information on touring the West Campus, and for information on touring the Downtown Phoenix Campus. ASU Internship Fair & All-Majors Career Fair February 4, 2020 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. 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! 15% Off a Midsummer Night's Dream From now until February 16, 2020 and receive 15% if you use the code: TEMPECOC 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. 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 January 27, 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