MilVet Connect brings together UMGC military-affiliated students, alumni, veteran service organizations and local businesses to network, share experiences, and build meaningful connections. Join us to explore resources, expand your network, and connect with your community. more info...
Employee engagement is declining. Burnout is rising. And as AI transforms every industry, the uniquely human capabilities it cannot replace — judgment, leadership, and complex problem-solving — have never been more valuable.
The leaders who bring those capabilities to work every day? They may already be in your talent pipeline.
Join veteran talent strategist Kathy Gallowitz, LtCol, USAF (Ret.), and HR expert Stephanie Winn, SPHR, MLS, MBA, for a free webinar on how veterans deliver the leadership, accountability, resilience, and execution skills today's workplaces are desperately seeking.
Discover how forward-thinking organizations are moving beyond "hiring veterans" to building intentional Veteran Talent Strategies that strengthen culture, improve retention, and create high-performing teams.
You'll learn:
Why veterans are a strategic workforce advantage — and why AI makes them irreplaceable
What it takes to build a Veteran-Ready organization
Practical steps to attract, hire, and retain veteran talent
Be part of the Veteran Champion Movement — and turn military talent into your competitive advantage.
Want a real handle on your business finances? Pilot is hosting a free two-part webinar series for small business owners.
Financial Foundations Bootcamp is for business owners who want a real, working handle on their finances. Learn to read the numbers you already have, including cash flow, break-even, and what's really happening in your bank account.
Led by Neha Banik, Pilot's Head of Consulting Services.
Join us for Part 1 of a two-part series: https://tinyurl.com/PilotFinancialFoundations
Vanguard Veteran's Women Who Lead "Boots & Blazers" is a unique leadership development experience that brings Veteran and Non Veteran women together to learn networking, relationship, and partnership-building skills.
Glendale Chamber of Commerce Military & Veterans Affairs presents the 6th Annual Military Appreciation Ceremony
Our service men and women dedicate their lives to serving our country, but many of them go above the call of duty and become the backbone of our local communities. The Glendale Chamber Military & Veterans Affairs Committee will recognize and thank these incredible service men and women at the Military Appreciation Ceremony on September 16th, 2026.
Event Details:
Wednesday, September 16th 2026
Soldier's Best Friend (14505 N. 75th Avenue, Peoria, AZ 85381)
7:00 AM: Check-in & Networking
7:30 AM –9:00am: Program
Cost: Members $30 | Non-Members $40
*Complimentary breakfast provided for registered guests
Honorees:
Airman 1st Class (A1C) Samuel Boateng
Airman 1st Class (A1C) Sophia Mojica
Master Sergeant (MSgt) Antionette Graham
Master Sergeant (MSgt) Kaylin Tencer
Master Sergeant (MSgt) Kevin Bunker
Master Sergeant (MSgt) Tarrah Hill
Senior Airman (SrA) Evalyn McBryde
Senior Airman (SrA) Jasmine Mackey
Senior Airman (SrA) Joshua Willyerd
Senior Airman (SrA) Keyden Petersen
Senior Airman (SrA) Paul Snead
Sergeant (SGT) Brett Phillis
Technical Sergeant (TSgt) Marvin Austin
Sponsorship Opportunities:
Presenting Sponsor | $3,000
Company logo featured on event marketing:
Chamber Website
Event Flyer
Featured in advertising for event
Social Media links
Featured in eblasts to membership
Company representative to speak 2-3 minutes at event
Table of Eight (8)
Podium recognition at event
Platinum Sponsor | $1,000
Company logo featured on event marketing:
Chamber Website
Event Flyer
Social Media links
Four (4) Seats
Podium recognition at event
Table Sponsor | $500
Recognition on the Event Program
Table of Six (6)
For more information contact Theresa Hernandez at thernandez@glendaleazchamber.org or call 623-937-4754
*Must provide high-resolution PNG file of company logo to be included on event marketing materials.
**Sponsor company must provide their own promotional materials for the event.
Please use this form to nominate someone who deserves to be recognized for their dedication to the community. Deadline for nominations is July 20, 2026. Eligible nominees include active-duty members of the U.S. Military across all branches, including the Air Force, Space Force, Army, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, Navy, National Guard, and Reservist, as well as their spouses. When submitting a nomination, please specify the estimated number of hours dedicated to each duty and clearly describe the impact of the nominee’s contributions, with particular attention to community service activities.
Please join the Glendale Chamber as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Carrie's Salon!
The ribbon cutting ceremony will begin at 3:00pm with the official ribbon cutting taking place at 3:45pm. Following the ceremony, guests are invited to enjoy Wine, a Charcuterie Board, Tours and the opportunity to win prizes. We look forward to celebrating this 50 Year of Style milestone with you!
*Location details will be provided upon RSVP. Please call Carrie Vogelsang at 623-606-0289 for the private address. more info...
Join Glendale Community College as we celebrate the opening of the new STEAMworks Center, an interdisciplinary innovation hub designed to support hands-on learning, workforce development, and industry partnership. Guests will have the opportunity to explore new learning spaces and technologies that support engineering, manufacturing, advanced technology, and other high-demand fields.
You and one guest are invited to join the Glendale Chamber for Business After Hours!
Each month, the Chamber partners with a valued member to offer a night of networking for our members. These events provide an opportunity for Chamber Members and their guests to come together in a relaxed atmosphere while sharing ideas, products and services offered.
Event Details: Location - Topgolf Glendale Check-In & Networking - 5:00PM-6:20PM Announcements Begin - 6:20PM Program Ends - 7:00PM *Adults only please
*RSVP is requested
Pricing:
Pricing:
Member Pricing: $10
Non-Member Pricing: $20
Raffle Entry: $10
*Additional guests can be registered by calling the Chamber at 623-937-4754.
Support the excitement by donating a raffle item! Up to three prizes will be featured per event. Item values will be reviewed, and donations may be bundled or reserved for a future Glendale Chamber event.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
We can’t wait to welcome you to an afternoon of business opportunities, connections and friendships as we present our 2026 Woman of the Year Award to Maria R. Brunner.
Join us for incredible fun at the Woman of the Year Luncheon sponsored by APS.
ð Tuesday, October 6, 2026
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ðCharley's at the Lakes, Peoria
â¡ï¸ Reserve your seat today!
WVWNA Members $35
non-WVWNA Members $39 Register
Registration closes 3 pm, Thursday, October 1, 2026
All are welcome
We've been building business opportunities, connections and friendships since 2005. more info...
You built your business because you are great at your trade, skill, or service, not because you wanted to spend your nights struggling with marketing. But if you're like most small business owners, you're exhausted from trying to reach "anyone who needs my service". When you try to speak to everyone, your message gets ignored, your posts get low engagement, and you waste time chasing leads who haggle on price.
Good work shouldn't stay hidden. Join us for a free, zero-jargon 1-hour workshop designed specifically for self-employed professionals, local trades, and solo service providers. This isn't a long marketing lecture, it’s an interactive, step-by-step working session.
We will walk you through a step-by-step framework to get clear on your best clients. By answering a few key questions about your business, you'll immediately transform your answers into a clear, usable customer profile.
What We Will Do Together in 1 Hour:
Uncover Your Ideal Client: Pinpoint the exact type of client who respects your work, pays your rates without fighting, and is a pleasure to serve.
The Step-by-Step Profile Framework: Identify the specific problems you solve, what your customers are actually looking for, and why they should choose you over competitors.
Build Your Custom Avatar: Turn your raw business knowledge into a clear, organized profile of your target customer.
What You Will Walk Away With:
Your Completed Customer Avatar: A clear reference guide that details who your ideal buyer is, what they care about, and the exact words that get their attention.
Eliminated Guesswork: Stop wondering what to post or where to advertise, learn how targeting the right client makes your marketing simple, focused, and effective.
Business Over Breakfastis a bi-weekly event that features great opportunity for members to come together over breakfast, make new connections, hear from excellent speakers, exchange leads and referrals, and build relationships to help grow their business.
Pricing: Member Registration: $30 Non-Member Registration: $40
*Register once to attend all remaining Business Over Breakfasts this quarter (Oct 7, Oct 21, Nov 4, Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec 16):
Member Pricing $180
Event Details:
Location - Red Zone Sports Grill Check-In & Networking - 7:00AM Program Begins - 7:30AM Program Ends & Networking - 9:00AM
Be sure to bring business cards, flyers and/or other marketing materials from your company. Attendees are also able to donate a raffle item for the drawing.
For additional information, please call the Glendale Chamber at 623-937-4754.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
GCMC Lunch & Learn: Marketing Pros Series
Discover practical tools and strategies to elevate your business at the Glendale Chamber Marketing Committee (GCMC) Lunch & Learn Series. Engage in dynamic roundtable discussions, interactive in-person sessions, and hands-on training. Learn from GCMC experts as they tackle relevant marketing topics designed to empower your business growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn!
Workshop Title:
WHO IS YOUR IDEAL CLIENT?
Stop marketing to everyone. Start connecting with the right people.
Discussion Points:
1.) WHO ARE THEY?
Define your ideal client. Who are they, what do they need, what motivates them, and what problem are you uniquely positioned to solve?
2.) WHERE DO I MEET THEM?
Identify where your ideal clients already spend their time, both online and in the community. What events, organizations, social platforms, businesses, or networks bring them together?
3.) HOW DO I CONNECT WITH THEM?
Turn visibility into relationships. What can you say, offer, or do that creates a meaningful connection and gives them a reason to know, like, and trust you?
2026 Dates
Tuesday, December 8
Pricing: Complimentary to attend
*Refreshments will be provided by the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
For additional information, please call the Glendale Chamber at 623-937-4754.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes.
You and one guest are invited to join the Glendale Chamber for Business After Hours!
Each month, the Chamber partners with a valued member to offer a night of networking for our members. These events provide an opportunity for Chamber Members and their guests to come together in a relaxed atmosphere while sharing ideas, products and services offered.
Event Details: Location - Dignity Memorial | Chapel of the Chimes Mortuary Check-In & Networking - 5:00PM-6:20PM Announcements Begin - 6:20PM Program Ends - 7:00PM *Adults only please
*RSVP is requested
Pricing:
Pricing:
Member Pricing: $10
Non-Member Pricing: $20
Raffle Entry: $10
*Additional guests can be registered by calling the Chamber at 623-937-4754.
Support the excitement by donating a raffle item! Up to three prizes will be featured per event. Item values will be reviewed, and donations may be bundled or reserved for a future Glendale Chamber event.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
Business Over Breakfastis a bi-weekly event that features great opportunity for members to come together over breakfast, make new connections, hear from excellent speakers, exchange leads and referrals, and build relationships to help grow their business.
Pricing: Member Registration: $30 Non-Member Registration: $40
*Register once to attend all remaining Business Over Breakfasts this quarter (Oct 21, Nov 4, Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec 16):
Member Pricing $150
Event Details:
Location - Red Zone Sports Grill Check-In & Networking - 7:00AM Program Begins - 7:30AM Program Ends & Networking - 9:00AM
Be sure to bring business cards, flyers and/or other marketing materials from your company. Attendees are also able to donate a raffle item for the drawing.
For additional information, please call the Glendale Chamber at 623-937-4754.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
As a new member of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce, the Glendale Chamber's Ambassador Committee would like to extend a special welcome by inviting you to our New Member Orientation, Chamber 101! Existing members are welcome to attend if you'd like to find ways to reengage with the Chamber and take your benefits to the next level!
Attendees will have the opportunity to meet other members and find out about the benefits, programs, and services the Chamber offers in a fun and engaging environment. Attendees will also learn how to maximize their Chamber benefits.
This event is generously sponsored by AZ Perfect Comfort Heating & Cooling!
Light refreshments provided by Chick-fil-A!
Pricing:
Complimentary to attend
Event Times:
5:00pm Check-In
5:30pm - 7:00pm Program
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
Set against the stunning desert landscape, Diamond in the Desert is an unforgettable evening dedicated to celebrating and sustaining the natural beauty that defines our region. This signature fundraiser brings together community leaders, conservation advocates, and supporters for a night of purpose and connection.
Guests will enjoy an elevated experience featuring local cuisine, curated beverages, and engaging storytelling that highlights the vital work being done to protect our desert ecosystems. Through meaningful programming, live and silent auctions, and opportunities to give, the evening shines a light on the impact we can make together.
Like a rare gem in the desert, this event reflects the resilience, beauty, and value of the landscapes we strive to preserve. Every dollar raised supports ongoing conservation, education, and stewardship efforts, ensuring these treasured spaces endure for generations to come.
Business Over Breakfastis a bi-weekly event that features great opportunity for members to come together over breakfast, make new connections, hear from excellent speakers, exchange leads and referrals, and build relationships to help grow their business.
Pricing: Member Registration: $30 Non-Member Registration: $40
*Register once to attend all remaining Business Over Breakfasts this quarter (Nov 4, Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec 16):
Member Pricing $120
Event Details:
Location - Red Zone Sports Grill Check-In & Networking - 7:00AM Program Begins - 7:30AM Program Ends & Networking - 9:00AM
Be sure to bring business cards, flyers and/or other marketing materials from your company. Attendees are also able to donate a raffle item for the drawing.
For additional information, please call the Glendale Chamber at 623-937-4754.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
The Glendale Chamber Thunderbird Awards draw inspiration from historic Thunderbird Field, which helped pave the road to modern Glendale. Established during World War II as a pilot training base, it brought new people and new opportunities to our community, ushering in decades of growth that transformed Glendale into the dynamic city and regional center we know today. As Glendale grew, visionary leaders built the businesses, schools, healthcare systems, nonprofits, neighborhoods, parks, and civic institutions that define our community. Over time, the Thunderbird name became woven into Glendale's identity as a defining chapter in our city's history.
Inspired by this legacy, the Glendale Chamber Thunderbird Awards honor the leaders, businesses, educators, nonprofits and organizations whose vision, innovation, and service are building Glendale's next chapter.
Date: Thursday, November 12th Location: Glendale Civic Center Check In / Cocktail Hour: 5:30pm-6:30pm Program: 7:15pm-8:30pm Dinner: Enjoy a plated dinner as part of the evening's program Attire: Semi-formal is encouraged
Ticket Pricing:
Member Individual Ticket: $150
Non-Member Individual Ticket: $175
Member Table of 10: $1,500
Nominate an outstanding business, organization, initiative, educator, or individual that deserves recognition! While there is no limit to how many nominations you can submit, please submit a form for each nomination by September 2, 2026.
Honorees will be recognized at the Glendale Chamber Thunderbird Awards on Thursday, November 12, 2026, at the Glendale Civic Center.
Company representative opens program and welcomes guests
Honorary Presenter of the “Glendale Chamber Thunderbird Award” with company name and logo placement on the award
Premium Recognition as the exclusive “Presenting” sponsor in event title, on event materials, Chamber website, and marketing materials
Logo placement in all event ads on Chamber website homepage and in Chamber eNewsletter, and all social media outlets
Full-page company ad in digital program
Sponsor banner on Chamber website and onsite event signage
One Champagne Bottle for table to share
Premier table seating for 10 with distinguished guests (optimal program viewing)
First rights of refusal to sponsor The Glendale Chamber Thunderbird Awards in 2027
SOLD Dinner Sponsor (1) - $7,500
Branded menu cards at each place-setting
Recognition as “Dinner” sponsor on event materials, website, and marketing materials
Logo placement in all event ads on Chamber website homepage and in Chamber eNewsletter and all social media outlets
Full-page company ad in digital program
Sponsor banner on Chamber website and onsite event signage
One Champagne Bottle for table to share
Premium table seating for 10
Cocktail Reception Sponsor (2) - $5,000
Opportunity to craft and have served a signature branded cocktail / mocktail
Placement of logo on-site during the reception
Recognition as a “Cocktail” sponsor on event materials, website, and marketing materials
Logo placement in all event ads on Chamber website homepage and in Chamber eNewsletter and all social media outlets
Half-page company ad in digital program
Sponsor banner on Chamber website and onsite event signage
One Champagne Bottle for table to share
Premium table seating for 10
Red Carpet and Photo Booth Sponsor (2) - $5,000â
Company logo featured along red carpetâ
Logo on all photo booth pics
Recognition as a “Red Carpet and Photo Booth” sponsor on event materials, website, and marketing materials
Logo placement in all event ads on Chamber website homepage and in Chamber eNewsletter and all social media outlets
Half-page company ad in digital program
Premium table seating for 10
Award Sponsor (4 out of 6 available) - $3,500
Award categories: Small Business Excellence Award, Corporate Impact Award, Education Excellence Award, Common Good Award, Rising Leader Award, and Glendale Chamber Thunderbird Award
Logo placement on the award
Ability to briefly present the award during the program
Recognition as “Award” sponsor on event materials, website, and marketing materials
Quarter-page company ad in digital program
Premium table seating for 10
Entertainment Sponsor (1 out of 2 available) - $2,500
Recognition as an “Entertainment” sponsor on event materials, website, and marketing materials
Logo placement in all event ads on Chamber website homepage and in Chamber eNewsletter and all social media outlets
Quarter-page company ad in digital program
Premium table seating for 10
Table Captain Sponsor (unlimited) - $2,000
Recognition as one of the “Table Captains” on event materials, website, and marketing materials
Logo placement in all event ads on Chamber website homepage and in Chamber eNewsletter and all social media outlets
Recognition of logo in digital program
One Champagne Bottle for table to share
Premium table seating for 10
Community Partner (unlimited) - $500
Recognition as partner on event materials, website, and marketing materials
Logo prominently featured in digital program
Premium table seating for 2
For questions regarding Sponsorship Opportunities, please contact Theresa Hernandez at thernandez@glendaleazchamber.org or 623-937-4754.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
Business Over Breakfastis a bi-weekly event that features great opportunity for members to come together over breakfast, make new connections, hear from excellent speakers, exchange leads and referrals, and build relationships to help grow their business.
Pricing: Member Registration: $30 Non-Member Registration: $40
*Register once to attend all remaining Business Over Breakfasts this quarter (Nov 18, Dec 2, Dec 16):
Member Pricing $90
Event Details:
Location - Red Zone Sports Grill Check-In & Networking - 7:00AM Program Begins - 7:30AM Program Ends & Networking - 9:00AM
Be sure to bring business cards, flyers and/or other marketing materials from your company. Attendees are also able to donate a raffle item for the drawing.
For additional information, please call the Glendale Chamber at 623-937-4754.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
Founded in 2008, Small Business Expo is the largest business-to-business trade show, conference, and educational event in the United States, designed specifically for small business owners, entrepreneurs, and startups.
Held live and in person across major U.S. cities, this dynamic one-day event brings together thousands of passionate small business professionals. Attendees can participate in workshops led by top industry experts, explore innovative vendors offering tools to grow their businesses, and network to build valuable new business relationships.
Small Business Expo is your opportunity to take strategic action, equipping yourself with the resources and connections needed to immediately boost your business growth.
Why Small Business Expo is the Must-Attend Event of the Year:
- Exhibitor Hall: Discover cutting-edge products and services to help your business thrive.
- Workshops & Keynotes: Learn from iconic business leaders
- Speed Networking: Expand your professional network quickly and effectively.
- Business Card Exchange: Promote your business and connect with like-minded professionals.
- Industry Meet-Ups: Build relationships within your industry and beyond.
You and one guest are invited to join the Glendale Chamber for Business After Hours!
Each month, the Chamber partners with a valued member to offer a night of networking for our members. These events provide an opportunity for Chamber Members and their guests to come together in a relaxed atmosphere while sharing ideas, products and services offered.
Event Details: Location - Chicken N Pickle - Glendale Check-In & Networking - 5:00PM-6:20PM Announcements Begin - 6:20PM Program Ends - 7:00PM *Adults only please
*RSVP is requested
Pricing:
Pricing:
Member Pricing: $10
Non-Member Pricing: $20
Raffle Entry: $10
*Additional guests can be registered by calling the Chamber at 623-937-4754.
Support the excitement by donating a raffle item! Up to three prizes will be featured per event. Item values will be reviewed, and donations may be bundled or reserved for a future Glendale Chamber event.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
We have some unexpected news for you… Rush are reuniting for a long overdue road trip. Geddy Lee and Alex Lifeson are returning to the stage as Rush for a huge summer 2026 headline tour. They will be joined by drummer Anika Nilles. She’s an award-winning German composer and producer who has toured with the likes of Jeff Beck and has released four solo albums. The Canadian group is taking the highly anticipated Fifty Something Tour across North America. Rush will be landing at the esteemed Diamond Arena on December 1. If you didn’t already know, Rush are mainstays in classic rock radio. more info...
Business Over Breakfastis a bi-weekly event that features great opportunity for members to come together over breakfast, make new connections, hear from excellent speakers, exchange leads and referrals, and build relationships to help grow their business.
Pricing: Member Registration: $30 Non-Member Registration: $40
*Register once to attend all remaining Business Over Breakfasts this quarter (Dec 2 and Dec 16):
Member Pricing $60
Event Details:
Location - Red Zone Sports Grill Check-In & Networking - 7:00AM Program Begins - 7:30AM Program Ends & Networking - 9:00AM
Be sure to bring business cards, flyers and/or other marketing materials from your company. Attendees are also able to donate a raffle item for the drawing.
For additional information, please call the Glendale Chamber at 623-937-4754.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes. more info...
GCMC Lunch & Learn: Marketing Pros Series
Discover practical tools and strategies to elevate your business at the Glendale Chamber Marketing Committee (GCMC) Lunch & Learn Series. Engage in dynamic roundtable discussions, interactive in-person sessions, and hands-on training. Learn from GCMC experts as they tackle relevant marketing topics designed to empower your business growth. Don’t miss this opportunity to connect and learn!
Pricing: Complimentary to attend
*Refreshments will be provided by the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.
For additional information, please call the Glendale Chamber at 623-937-4754.
All event attendees by registering agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes.
