| Career Ready Tempe Business Application Now Open |
| Career Ready Tempe aims to help prepare and develop Tempe youth to participate in the future workforce by connecting them to college and career readiness support and partnering with Tempe businesses to provide youth with paid internship opportunities in fields that are in demand. The City of Tempe and Tempe Chamber Foundation is currently seeking applications from local businesses that are interested in being a part of this workforce program.
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| 26th Annual Leadership Conference is Friday! |
| The Tempe Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Council is proud to present the 2021 Leadership Conference: Leading by Example, presented by Tempe St. Luke’s Hospital.
The conference will be held on Friday, May 14, 2021 at 9 am as a live studio broadcast. The program includes a progressive trivia contest, an online silent auction, a panel discussion on what it means to lead by example, and the announcement of the 2021 Business Woman of the Year recipient.Register today! |
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Women in Business Silent Auction Now Open!
Get your bids in for the online silent auction apart of the 26th Annual Leadership Conference presented by the Women in Business Council. You will find a major variety of items like Cane's, Cheese Curds for a year, legal services, hotel stays, adventure activities, and plenty of great gift items too! The auction will close on Friday, May 14 at 12 pm, after the conclusion of the live-streamed conference. Access the silent auction. |
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Capitol Session Statistics as of 5/07/2021
Days: 117 Number of Bills Posted: 1708 Bills Passed: 366 Bills Signed: 332 Governor Doug Ducey issued an Executive Order last Monday to resume the requirement that an individual receiving unemployment insurance must be actively looking for work. The Order rescinds the March 2020 Executive Order that waived the requirement at the beginning of COVID-19. The action aims to meet the surging job demand and support employers throughout Arizona. According to a recent report by the Arizona Office of Economic Opportunity, Arizona is likely to see strong job growth through the next year, with more than 325,000 additional jobs in many sectors hit hardest during the pandemic.
Furthermore, Governor Ducey signed legislation to dramatically expand telehealth on Wednesday. House Bill 2454 sponsored by Representative Regina Cobb (R-Kingman) provides greater opportunities for accessible medical services. The action fulfills a priority of his from the State of the State Address in January. The bill expands access to telemedicine for patients, ensures doctors receive equal compensation from insurance companies for telemedicine services and allows out-of-state health care professionals to provide telemedicine in Arizona. A video of the signing can be found here.
The Legislature continues to discuss details of the budget; however, it is unclear when both Chambers will reach a consensus.
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| Business Recovery Seminar Recap |
| Thank you to those that tuned into the SBA Recovery Seminar with Jim Pipper, the Lead Economic Development Officer with the AZ Office of the U.S. Small Business Administration. As we emerge from the COVID-19 Pandemic is it critical to stay informed on the latest information and updates on how to take advantage of SBA resources, grants, and more.
More information on SBA programs and grants can be found below:
RFF application helpline: 844-279-8898 Disaster loan helpline: 800-658-2955
Visit sba.gov/for additional assistance and information. |
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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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Loanable Technology Pilot Program: Connect Tempe
The Tempe Public Library in partnership with the City of Tempe's Human Services department offer a new pilot program, Connect Tempe, that will help bridge the digital divide. The goal is for students and seniors to be connected and engaged with learning and for families to be able to digitally learn anywhere, anytime. The library will offer a limited number of loanable Chromebooks and internet Wi-Fi hotspots to those who qualify. Learn more and apply! |
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Help Tempe Plan for a More Sustainable Transportation Network
With its central location, proximity to ASU, and lively community, Tempe attracts visitors, businesses, and events. This can naturally result in challenges, like traffic congestion. Understanding that we cannot completely build our way out of existing and future traffic volumes, Tempe is developing sustainable solutions for the city’s transportation network and we need your help!
Businesses, employees and residents are invited to attend public meetings to hear about plans for Mobility Hubs and a Transportation Demand Management (TDM) and Transportation Management Association (TMA) program on Saturday, May 22 from 9:30-10:30 am or Wednesday, May 26 from 12-1 pm. Learn more. |
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Crexendo VIP: Business Communications with 100% Uptime Guarantee
Tempe-based Crexendo recently announced the planned acquisition of NetSapiens, who, according to Frost & Sullivan, is the 4th largest and fastest-growing business communications platform on the market with over 1.7 million users on their platform. VIP lets you communicate with Video, Interactions, and Phones. Video, voicemail, messaging, SMS, fax, integrations, Team Chat, and mobile, browser & desk phones give you the power to communicate in the most effective ways for your business. Click for more information. |
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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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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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