| 2021 State of the District is This Thursday! |
| The 2021 State of the District with Congressman Greg Stanton will take place on March 11th at 9 a.m. as an interactive live broadcast. While providing a comprehensive update, Congressman Stanton will discuss federal issues affecting our district, state, and country.
Sponsorship of this event is available with many benefits. If you would like to sponsor please call 480-736-4284. Register or sponsor today! |
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Governor Announces New Business Protocols in New Executive Order
On Friday, March 5, Governor Doug Ducey announced the next phase of COVID-19 mitigation. For businesses, physical distancing and mask protocols will remain in place; however specific occupancy percentage limitations will expire. This applies to restaurants, gyms, theaters, water parks, bowling alleys, and bars providing dine-in services. Read the full Executive Order. |
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Chamber Membership February Milestones
A membership with the Chamber has never been as important as it is today, not only as a Tempe Chamber member but as a community. Without your loyalty and support, we wouldn’t be able to continuously provide our members with valuable benefits and actively develop our community. Put simply, members make what we do possible Thank you for your support! |
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Alaska USA Federal Credit Union – 6 Years ASU – 45 Years Board & Brew – 2 Years Carmax – 2 Years Childsplay – 39 Years Courtyard by Marriott Tempe – 25 Years Downtown Tempe Authority – 28 Years DP Electric – 3 Years Enceladus Enterprises – 11 Years JE Dunn – 9 Years Joan Jakel – 2 Years Lincoln Property Company – 3 Years ME Electmetal – 11 Years Pests “R” Us Exterminating – 6 Years |
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Phoenix Flower Shops – 18 years RK Clinical Solutions – 4 Years San Tan Ford – 9 years Sol Minion Development – 10 Years Southwest Gas – 42 Years Storage West – Baseline – 11 Years Studio 6 – 14 Years Tempe Camera Repair – 28 Years Tempe Family YMCA – 41 Years TJR Designs – 4 Years University of Advancing Technology – 13 years Viasat – 2 years Vitalant – 7 Years Wilson Electric Services – 3 Years |
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Tempe Chamber Signs Letter in Support of Extending the PPP Deadline
The Paycheck Protection Program has been instrumental in helping our members who have needed a little extra support to keep business going during the pandemic. Which is why we joined the U.S. Chamber to urge Congress to extend the program deadline through the end of 2021. Read the full letter here. |
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Conversations in Leadership is Tomorrow!
Since 2008, Tempe Leadership has been offering an opportunity for alumni and the general public to learn more about personal paths to leadership, including the challenges and rewards of leadership. This program will be held this Wednesday, March 10, 2021, from 11:00, am – 12:30 pm featuring Senator Kyrsten Sinema and Tempe Mayor Corey Woods who will discuss leadership, challenges, and opportunities for the future. |
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Tempe Chamber Seeks Nominations for Board of Directors
The Call for Nominations is now open and the Tempe Chamber of Commerce is seeking candidates for its board of directors.
Help lead your Chamber and profession into the future by nominating a colleague or yourself. The Call for Nominations closes on March 15. Nominations can be sent via email to Anne Gill. |
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2021 Business Excellence and Business Woman of the Year Nominations are Open
The purpose of the Business Excellence award is to identify and recognize companies whose practices in business and employee development, community involvement, and customer service exemplify excellence. Three finalists will be selected in two categories: one for Small Businesses with 25 employees or less and Large Businesses with 25 employees or more. Learn more and nominate a business today.
The Business Woman of the Year award recognizes an individual's excellence in their chosen field and demonstrated leadership within the community. The award honors those who serve as a positive role model to others and are active in community and Tempe Chamber programs. Nominate someone today! |
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| Tempe Leadership Class 36 News |
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Fundraising Efforts
Downtown Tempe is getting more colorful. A building near the corner of Mill Ave. and 5th St will soon be the site of a 60-foot mural focused on diversity and inclusion. After a two-month selection process local artist, Isaac Caruso, was chosen to design and paint a 60-foot mural.
To raise funding for the mural Class 36 is hosting several online fundraisers:
For more information and to donate to the project CLICK HERE. |
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KJZZ Announces New Podcast Series
There is an identifiable link between the arts and most state economies. In Arizona, 90,000 jobs support the arts community, accounting for 3% of the state’s GDP. With nearly all concerts, festivals, and comedy shows canceled worldwide this past year, the live event industry is decimated. It is particularly tough for America’s small, independent venues—one survey in April found that 90% of these venues across America were in danger of closing. There was only one thing that could save them: unprecedented government action. Listen to the State of the Arts Arizona Podcast Series to learn more. |
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ASU Named 'Best Business School' by the Princeton Review
Arizona State University’s W. P. Carey School of Business is one of the nation’s most outstanding business schools, according to the Princeton Review. The education services company chose W. P. Carey for its list of “ Best Business Schools for 2021.” The W. P. Carey School earned the No. 1 spot in the country for Best MBA for Operations, the No. 6 spot in resources for minority students, and No. 8 for online MBA programs. |
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Laura’s Gourmet Granola and Lékué Announces Collaboration
Lékué, a popular silicone mold company featured in the media including BuzzFeed, AllReciipes, and the Wall Street Journal has partnered with Tempe's own, Laura's Gourmet Granola! Learn about the project. |
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Fiesta Bowl Charities Delivers Charitable Giving of $5.5 Million for 2020-21 to Increase Total to $16 Million Over Last Five Years
Fiesta Bowl Charities helped Arizona communities, nonprofits and teachers during an unprecedented pandemic, to provide necessary resources that helped millions of Arizonans in the 2020-21 season. Within a total of $5.5 million in charitable giving, unique for this season was $1 million in emergency relief for COVID-19 and a $2 million donation to begin the Margaret T. Hance Park Revitalization Project. Learn more. |
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Ranking Arizona: Top 10 brokerage firms for 2021
Here are the Top 10 commercial real estate brokerage firms in Arizona, based on public voting for the 2021 edition of Ranking Arizona, the state’s biggest and most comprehensive business opinion poll. Ranking Arizona is based purely on opinion and ranks companies based on how voters answer this simple question: with whom would you recommend doing business? See the list. |
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Drinkable Oatmeal Brand Oats Overnight Secures $2M in Funding
Oats Overnight has raised $2 million in seed funding to expand the distribution of its oat formula and support its research and development (R&D) efforts. Headquartered in Arizona, US, Oats Overnight claims to offer the only drinkable oatmeal on the market, providing a ‘nutritious and convenient’ on-the-go breakfast. Read more. |
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Tempe Community Council Seeking Candidates for Board of Directors Tempe Community Council is currently recruiting applicants for upcoming vacancies on their board of directors. A 501(c)3 human services nonprofit since 1972, TCC has a mission to “connect those in need with those who care.” Applications are being accepted until March 14. The board term will begin July 1, 2020. You must live or work in Tempe to be eligible. A diverse representation of individuals is desired who have a passion to help those in need and have experience and skills in a variety of areas, especially finance, legal, policy and facilitation; all applications are considered. For more info or to apply CLICK HERE or call 480.858.2310. |
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City of Tempe Announces Character Area Planning Meetings for North Tempe
The City of Tempe has started the planning efforts to create a character area plan for north Tempe. Kick-off meetings will take place on March 15. The planning process is expected to last through the end of the year with several opportunities for public participation along the way. Residents, workforce members, students and others who care about the north Tempe area are invited to participate in all the meetings. Register today. |
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Community Needs Assessment for Tempe’s Human Services Proposals Open
Tempe Community Council has released a request for proposals for their planned 2021 Comprehensive Tempe Human Services Community Needs Assessment. TCC is seeking the services of a qualified firm or individual with the capability to conduct the needs assessment within the service area of Tempe, Arizona. RFPs are being accepted until March 15, 2021, before Noon. For RFP details and how to submit visit CLICK HERE or contact Community Impact Manager, Kim Van Nimwegen at kim_vannimwegen@tempe.gov or 480.858.2303. |
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Cox Shares Tech Trends that Will Continue to Shape How We Live, Work, and Learn in 2021
Susan Anable, V.P. of Public Affairs at Cox Southwest Region shares helpful insight on how the technology industry is evolving. Learn how these trends can help you plan for the future. Read more. |
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Important Information for Southwest Gas Customers Southwest Gas is transforming their customer information system from the ground up on Monday, May 3, 2021 to provide a fantastic customer experience along with enhanced security. For important information on how this will impact you and the way your account will be serviced, please visit our webiste. The site will provide regular updates and tools to help you navigate the new system. |
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Hammersmith Support Gives Back: Be Our Next Nonprofit Pro Bono Client!
Each year, Hammersmith Support selects a nonprofit and provides our maintenance services pro bono for the next year. During this time, we’re able to get their website updated not only on the “inside,” but we’re also able to make content changes and add infrastructure that benefits the users as well as the organization in so many ways. We are accepting applications through March 15th. Additional information, and the link to apply, can be found on our website. |
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City of Tempe COVID-19 Testing & Vaccine Updates
Tempe has two new COVID-19 testing locations at Kiwanis Park and Big Surf. The Kiwanis Park location, operated by Embry Health, offers free saliva diagnostic testing. The Big Surf location, operated by Nutrynt, offers free diagnostic testing plus rapid and antibody tests for a fee. Bring your ID and insurance card if you have one. Learn more.
Did you miss Tempe's Vaccine 411 Facebook Live event? You can watch the full replay! Tempe Fire Medical Rescue and Tempe St. Luke's Hospital went live last week to answer frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 vaccine. Watch video. |
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Walker Bookstore Hiring Warehouse Assistant
Walker Bookstore, LLC is looking for people who will grow into a long-term leadership position with the company in a variety of areas. Strong veteran preference in hiring.Apply now. |
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SRP Hiring Residential Customer Care Representatives
At a time when so many need work, Salt River Project is hiring for its award-winning customer care team. The pay is $19.51 per hour and full benefits are available after a three-month training and transition process. Learn more and apply today. |
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The Porch is Hiring for Line Cooks and Dishwashers
Click here to learn how you can apply to work in one of Tempe's newest restaurants. |
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The Centers for Habilitation (TCH)
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Carvana
Carvana has multiple job openings at various locations across Arizona. For more information click here. |
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| Financial News & Resources |
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Tax Filing - IRS Business Updates
- Self-employed individuals can now claim their sick & family leave tax credits due to COVID-19 on the new IRS Form 7202.
- New IRS form available for self-employed individuals to claim COVID-19 sick and family leave tax credits under FFCRA (English & Spanish)
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CO - U.S. Chamber of Commerce Resources for Small Business
U.S. Chamber Executive Vice President and Chief Policy Officer, Neil Bradley, and Mike Morello, U.S. Chamber Chief Digital Officer, discuss the new coronavirus relief deal.
COVID-19 has changed what business leadership looks like, now and for the foreseeable future. Smart leaders are adapting their strategies to this new work environment.
Paycheck Protection Program loans have helped many companies make it through COVID-19-related disruptions. Here is what businesses need to do to get their PPP loans forgiven.
Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans have been a top option for businesses struggling due to COVID-19, but the tax obligations associated with them have been challenging to track and understand. |
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U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) Resources
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U.S. Small Business Administration Weekly Loan Clinics
During the first Wednesday of each month, learn about SBA’s lending role and how to prepare a request for capital. This free monthly clinic will help attendees understand credit requirements, interest rates, collateral terms, and amounts available. Click here for more information. |
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RESPOND - PLAN - RETURN STRONGER Webinar Series The Arizona Commerce Authority and Local First Arizona — supported by a dynamic group of community partners — have launched a statewide initiative to help Arizona’s small businesses respond to the immediate impacts of COVID-19, plan for the future and return stronger than before. Over the course of a few months, local business leaders and subject matter experts will provide real-time support and available resources across Arizona in live, virtual sessions to help small businesses return stronger than they entered. |
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| Helpful Business Resources |
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Tempe Chamber of Commerce 1438 W. Broadway Rd. Ste. 213, Tempe AZ 85283 |
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