| 2021 Business Excellence Award Finalists Announced |
| The Tempe Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce six finalists for the Business Excellence Award in both the Small and Large Business category. These awards recognize companies that have demonstrated a record of business success, community involvement, leadership, dedication to employees, commitment to customer service, and membership in the Tempe Chamber of Commerce.
The recipients of the 2021 Business Excellence Award, in both categories, will be announced at the State of the Chamber & Annual Awards to be held as a live broadcast on June 25, 2021, at 9:00 am. Learn more. |
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Capitol Session Statistics as of 4/16/2021 Days: 96 Number of Bills Posted: 1708 Bills Passed: 276 Bills Signed: 233 Legislators passed and Governor Ducey signed landmark legislation this week that significantly expanding gaming in Arizona. Provisions of HB 2772 and SB 1797 allow for fantasy sports betting, event wagering at sports venues and casinos, wagering on college sports, and expanded tribal gaming (e.g. craps, roulette, baccarat). Sports venues and casinos are expected to expand operations in accordance with the new law before the end of the year. Budget meetings continued this week and became a bit testy between House and Senate leadership. At issue is a House Republican leadership proposal to compress Arizona’s four personal income tax brackets into one. Arizona municipalities receive a portion of the revenue from the income tax in the form of state shared revenues. The purported reduction in revenue to local governments has become a point of contention in budget negotiations.
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Business Academy Recap Last month, the Tempe Chamber Business Academy, a virtual curriculum developed by the Chamber’s Businesses Innovation and Strategy Council designed to give businesses and business leaders the knowledge they need to grow their companies and strengthen our community, concluded. Academy participants received academically structured hands-on training in various disciplines ranging from customer acquisition, to marketing, to human resources, to finance. For more information on how to get involved in the next cohort, please contact Erika Acorn. |
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Expand Your Brand: Donate to the Silent Auction!
Women in Business Council is now accepting silent auction items for the 2021 Leadership Conference Online Silent Auction. The event will be held Friday, May 14, 2021. and the online auction will be open from April 30th through May 14th. If your business is interested in donating a prize for the Silent Auction please fill out this form. |
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Tempe Excelerate Savings With Office Depot
Excelerate America works in collaboration with chamber organizations across the country to help small businesses excel & grow. Excelerate America works directly with essential brands to negotiate additional savings. Save up to 10% off virtually all products at Office Depot and more! Learn more. |
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Virtual College Connect Youth Job Fair
Know a high school student looking for a job? See what job opportunities employers have to offer you and find out what they are looking for in an employee during the Youth Job Fair hosted by College Connect on Wednesday, April 21 at 1 pm. Learn more and register today! |
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Chad Makovsky Returns to PHX Sky Harbor
On March 29, a familiar face returned to the Aviation Department as Chad R. Makovsky, C.M. assumed the role of Director of Aviation Services. Chad is excited to be back in Phoenix and shared some thoughts about Phoenix and his priorities for the Aviation Department. Read more. |
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Sun Devil Legacy Brick Installation
Sun Devil fans, if you haven’t had the chance to participate in the Sun Devil Legacy Brick Program, now is the perfect time. The first phase of the Legacy Brick installation has begun, with phase two set for Summer of 2021. See why others have decided to leave a lasting mark on Sun Devil Athletics and write your own legacy. Learn more. |
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Your Water, Your Future: How Central Arizona Project Is Helping to Protect Your Investment in Arizona
Central Arizona Project will be hosting its inaugural CAP University session for business leaders on April 21, 2021 at 9 am with presentations from Board President Terry Goddard and General Manager Ted Cooke. The session will include valuable information related to the current status of the Colorado River, how Arizona is prepared for the challenges ahead, and will provide you with information and tools you can use to address questions related to Arizona’s water supply. Register today. |
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TCAA Food Pantry Summer Hours
In preparation for the summer heat, pantry hours are changing as of Monday, May 3rd. The new client hours are listed below. As always, volunteering begins 30 minutes before opening.
Monday - 7:30am to 10:30am Tuesday - 7:30am to 10:30am and 4:00pm to 6:30pm Wednesday - 7:30am to 10:30am and 4:00pm to 6:30pm Thursday - 7:30am to 10:30am and 4:00pm to 6:30pm Friday - 7:30am to 10:30am
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Color Your Community
Stop by your favorite Tempe neighborhood restaurant every Tuesday through May 18 to get yummy take-out and a free coloring page featuring a City of Tempe landmark. Collect all six in honor of Tempe’s 150th anniversary. Flip the page over to color some COVID-19 prevention tips.
Can't get take-out right now? That's okay. We've got you covered. You can download each page and print them to your home printer. Come back every Tuesday for the next page and to watch the next coloring tip video by artist Paige Reesor. Learn more. |
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WM Four Corners Scholarship Program
Waste Management of Arizona is pleased to support students pursuing a Diesel or Heavy Equipment Mechanic major with a $5000 scholarship. The program is administered by Scholarship America®, the nation’s largest designer and manager of scholarship, tuition assistance, and other education support programs for corporations, foundations, associations, and individuals. The deadline to apply is May 10 at 3 pm. Learn more and apply. |
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City of Tempe COVID-19 Testing & Vaccine Updates
Tempe has two 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. |
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Downtown Tempe Authority is Hiring
DTA is an Enhanced Services District that exists to improve the vitality and viability of Downtown Tempe. DTA is seeking to hire a Director of Marketing to help lead downtown Tempe into the next phase of recovery. Learn more. |
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Northern Trust is Hiring
Northern Trust, a preeminent global financial institution is looking to hire for the following openings:
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Crexendo
Crexendo Inc., a full-service cloud communications provider is looking to hire a Cloud Communications Consultant and Channel Account Manager. Learn more and apply HERE. |
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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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