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Donate to the Flag Repurposing & Retirement Program
4/1/2020 - 1/7/2030
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Donate to the Maintenance of Thunderbird Flag
4/1/2020 - 1/7/2030
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Business Over Breakfast - December 4th
12/4/2024
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Lunch With Leaders - December 5th
12/5/2024
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Marketing Committee Lunch & Learn Series - Roadmap for Digital Marketing Success
12/10/2024
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Business Over Breakfast - December 11th
12/11/2024
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Business Over Breakfast - December 18th
12/18/2024
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Glendale Chamber Holiday Mixer
12/19/2024
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Business Over Breakfast - January 15th 1st Quarter
1/15/2025
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Business After Hours - January 23rd
1/23/2025
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Business Over Breakfast - February 5th
2/5/2025
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Business Over Breakfast - February 19th
2/19/2025
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Chamber 101: A New Member Orientation
2/24/2025
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Business After Hours - February 27th
2/27/2025
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Business Over Breakfast - March 5th
3/5/2025
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Business Over Breakfast - March 19th
3/19/2025
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Chamber 101: A New Member Orientation
4/21/2025
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Business After Hours - April 24th
4/24/2025
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Business After Hours - May 29th
5/29/2025
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Business After Hours - November 20th
11/20/2025
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Events in the month of April 2024
DateEvent
4/2/2024
Make new connections and join us for fabulous fun as we celebrate Spring at the Hats Contest & Lunch. Contest Judge, Jeffrey Hattrick, will present prizes for the best 'All About Me, Decorated by Hand, So Beautiful, Vintage and Judges Choice' Hats. Previously winning hats and hats from the Theatre's wardrobe department are not eligible for prizes. Register.

We are excited to welcome our meeting sponsor, WHAM Art Association, and learn how they support the Arts and art education here in the West Valley.

Tuesday, April 2
11:30 am - 1:15 pm
Arizona Broadway Theatre, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria
WVW Members $34
Non-WVW Members $38
Register

Reservations close Friday, March 29.

West Valley Women, where one can experience the Art of Networking. Come join us!

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4/3/2024
Business Over Breakfast is a 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:
Quarterly Member Pricing: $175 (BEST VALUE) Includes this one and the next 11 events
Member Pricing: $25 (One Time Attendance) if registered by Monday week of event 
Member Pricing: $30 (One Time Attendance) if registered Tuesday or Wednesday week of event
Future Member Pricing: $60 (One Time Attendance) easily applied to membership if you join within 45 days

*Annual & Quarterly subscribers may bring a potential future member as their guest for $20 if they pre-register & pre-pay, please call our office at 623-937-4754.

Event Details:
Location
- Charley's 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.

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4/3/2024
Join us at the fun and informative event!

Come talk to our specialists about:
• Business accounts
• Insurance and Medicare
• Mortgages
• Wills and trusts
Plus, meet Desert Financial members who are business owners in your community and learn about
their businesses!

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4/3/2024

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4/4/2024
Explore a diverse range of relevant topics led by influential Arizona leaders. Attendees will gain valuable insights each month, discovering the impact of the featured presenter on their area of expertise. Alongside compelling presentations and a delightful lunch, the event concludes with an exciting raffle and a cash 50/50 drawing, contributing to the chosen charity of the month.

Pricing:
Member/Member Guest Pricing: $30 (One Time Attendance) if registered by Monday week of event 
Member/Member Guest Pricing: $35 (One Time Attendance) if registered Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday week of event
Future Member Pricing: $60 (One Time Attendance) easily applied to membership if you join within 45 days

Event Details:
Location
- Glendale Chamber of Commerce in the Pendergast Community Center
Check-In & Networking -11:00AM
Program Begins - 11:30AM
Program Ends & Networking - 1:00PM
Event Topic: Sports in Arizona 
Lunch: Street Taco Bar
Event Speaker(s):


Matt Slatus | Camelback Ranch Baseball

Matt Slatus assumed the role of President & General Manager of Camelback Spring Training LLC, the joint venture company owned by the Chicago White Sox and Los Angeles Dodgers that operates Camelback Ranch-Glendale, in August 2021. A native of Livingston, New Jersey, he holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Sports Management from New York University and received a Master of Sport Administration degree from Ohio University. Slatus began his career in professional sports in 2003 as a minor league clubhouse manager with the Texas Rangers. Since, he has worked with Major League Baseball’s Office of the Commissioner, Mandalay Sports Entertainment and Madison Square Garden. He also served as Director of Ticket Sales for the Brooklyn Cyclones, where he led one of the top-selling ticket sales staffs in Minor League Baseball and as General Manager of Ripken Professional Baseball, overseeing Ripken Baseball’s professional sports properties. Prior to relocating to Arizona, Slatus was General Manager of The Ballpark of the Palm Beaches, Spring Training home to the Houston Astros and Washington Nationals in West Palm Beach, Florida. Slatus has served as an adjunct faculty member at both Towson University and Neumann University where he taught courses in revenue management and sports marketing. He resides in Phoenix with his wife Kerri, a professor of English at Arizona State University, and children Jonah and Remy. 



Lucas de Jong | NASCAR
As an employee of NASCAR for almost 7 years, Lucas has been a part of Phoenix Raceway since he graduated from GCU with his degree in Sports Management. Now, he helps drive revenue for NASCAR’s West Region, through selling dynamic sponsorships and high-end hospitality experiences. When he’s not at the racetrack he loves spending time with his wife Brenna and son Davis.



Meagan Taylor | Arizona Ridge Riders
Meagan Taylor, is with the Professional Bull Riders and is the Marketing Director for the Arizona Ridge Riders. She is based out of Buckeye, Arizona. Meagan is responsible for developing a deep understanding of the market, establishing a loyal fan base for the Arizona Ridge Riders through community outreach, partnerships, and ancillary events. Her roots run deep in an industry that she is passionate about and has benefitted from everything it has to offer, personally, through her education, and now her profession. At the end of a hard day’s work, Meagan is happiest spending time with her family and husband in the roping pen with a good sunburn and a cold beer.  She claims her best job title to date is, Mom, to her 18 month-old little girl, Ryan Rose Taylor.


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.

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4/5/2024
 -4/7/2024

Experience the March Madness Music Festival, presented by AT&T, Capital One, and Coca-Cola! This incredible three-day music festival is completely FREE and promises fans electrifying performances by A-list artists, all taking place during the most highly anticipated weekend in college sports. Get ready for a music extravaganza like no other!
 
The concert series opens on Friday afternoon with the AT&T Block Party, and will rock into the evening. The festival will roll on for Saturday's Coke Studio Live, and wrap up Sunday with the Capital One Jam Fest!

Friday: 4:30p – 10:00p 
Saturday: 3:00p – 9:00p 
Sunday: 2:30p – 10:00p 

Performers include:
Friday: Zedd, Reneé Rapp, and Remi Wolf
Saturday: Jonas Brothers, Additional Artist TBA
Sunday: Mumford & Sons, The Black Keys, Nathaniel Rateliff & The Night Sweats, and Leon Bridges

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4/5/2024
This FREE public event is packed with interactive activities and entertainment for fans of all ages. It features Final Four team practices and showcases the Reese's NABC All-Star Game, featuring top senior student-athletes from across the nation competing on the very court where the Men's Final Four Semifinal and Championship games will take place. Don't miss this incredible chance to get up close with the teams and players and soak in the atmosphere of the venue!



 

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4/5/2024
 -4/8/2024

If the games weren’t exciting enough, the Men's Final Four is bringing a weekend jam-packed with events around Phoenix for residents and visitors of all ages. Sports fans, college students, families, music junkies: there is something for everyone!
 
Tip-off your weekend with a trip to the Men's Final Four Fan Fest presented by Capital One. As you take your first steps through the doors, you’ll be greeted by a sports wonderland of interactive games, special celebrity and athlete appearances, autograph signings, and much more! Experience the thrill of the Men's Final Four like never before!
 
Tickets are FREE for kids 12 and under.

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4/5/2024
 -4/26/2024

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4/6/2024


Better Business Bureau® Serving the Pacific Southwest is excited to announce that we will host our first-ever BBB Spring Market! The BBB Spring Market is a one-day outdoor community and gathering place with one simple mission: to foster connectivity and community among shoppers and local ethical businesses.

Support local businesses, discover unique finds, and enjoy a fun-filled day with family and friends. Don't miss out – mark your calendars and experience the spring season at BBB Spring Market! Admission to BBB Spring Market is free. Your purchases and donations support your local community and the businesses that make Phoenix great!
 

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4/6/2024
Tickets are still available for the exciting fundraiser “Colorful Memories – Paint In & Auction,” a collaboration between Benevilla and Ground Floor Artists. Join us Saturday, April 6th from 3pm to 6pm and immerse yourself in a celebration of creative aging, supporting local artists and fostering philanthropy and community well-being. This unique fundraising event will be held at the Ground Floor Artists gallery located at 13343 W Foxfire Dr #3, Surprise, AZ 85378.
 
“It's not just an event, it's a journey through the colorful memories of aging and reminiscence brought to life. Picture this,” states Benevilla President and CEO Joanne Thomson, “Our dynamic Life Enrichment Day Program members teaming up with Ground Floor's incredible artisans creating works of art that dazzle the senses. Together, we're turning memories into magic. I hope everyone can join us to leave a brushstroke of kindness painting our community brighter than ever before.”
 
The event highlights include a live painting spectacle where you will experience the magic of talented artists transforming blank canvases into captivating masterpieces connecting you in a personal way to each piece of artwork. There will be a themed exhibit and painted chair competition where you can explore the diversity of the local art scene talent and be captivated by one-of-a-kind pieces from members of both Ground Floor Artists and the Benevilla Life Enrichment programs.

 There will also be a creative networking zone where you can engage with the artists in a casual and interactive setting. Learn about their inspirations, their techniques and the stories and memories behind their creations. Both Hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will be available to enjoy delectable snacks and cocktails while perusing the exhibits and mingling with fellow art enthusiasts. There will also be several scrumptious mobile eats options on-site.
 
The evening will be capped off with an exhilarating live art auction where you can bid on artwork you witnessed being brought to life allowing you to take home a favorite piece of the evening’s magic.

 
 

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4/7/2024
Join us at the Dribble, where thousands of young participants, aged 18 and under, receive FREE entry to dribble their way through a 0.7 mile course. Each child will show off their dribbling skills with their very own exclusive NCAA Men's Final Four Dribble Wilson basketball, accompanied by a specially designed branded t-shirt. The course winds its way through the vibrant streets of downtown Phoenix, leading the children and their guardians to the finish line at the Men’s Final Four Fan Fest presented by Capital One.

Dribble participants (and their guardian) receive complimentary access to the Fan Fest, an exciting bonus for those who complete the course. Don't miss out on this unique opportunity for young basketball enthusiasts to showcase their skills and be part of the Men's Final Four festivities!

Register for FREE!
 

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4/9/2024
Join us at the Glendale Chamber Marketing Committee (GCMC) Lunch & Learn With Marketing Pro’s Series where you'll learn practical tools to help grow your business. We encourage you to join the live roundtable discussions, interactive in-person instruction, hands-on training, and pro tips from GCMC experts as they present an upcoming series of topics such as Artificial Intelligence, SEO Fundamentals, Outsourcing, Email Marketing, Marketing Goals, and More! 

2024 Dates and Topics
Tuesday, Apr 9 – Artificial Intelligence and Your Business
Tuesday, Jun 11– Results Driven SEO
Tuesday, Aug 13 – Advantages of Outsourcing
Tuesday, Oct 8 – Strategic Marketing Planning for 2025
Tuesday, Dec 10 – Roadmap for Digital Success

Pricing: Complimentary to attend

Mark your calendar for the 2nd Tuesday of every other month!

*Refreshments will be provided by the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.


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4/10/2024
Business Over Breakfast is a 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:
Quarterly Member Pricing: $175 (BEST VALUE) Includes this one and the next 10 events
Member Pricing: $25 (One Time Attendance) if registered by Monday week of event 
Member Pricing: $30 (One Time Attendance) if registered Tuesday or Wednesday week of event
Future Member Pricing: $60 (One Time Attendance) easily applied to membership if you join within 45 days

*Annual & Quarterly subscribers may bring a potential future member as their guest for $20 if they pre-register & pre-pay, please call our office at 623-937-4754.

Event Details:
Location
- Charley's 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.

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4/12/2024
Join the Glendale Chamber of Commerce for the 43rd Annual Luke Golf Outing!

Tournament Features & Details:
  • 4 Person Scramble
  • 4 Hole in One Prizes 
  • 4 Closest to the Pin Contests 
  • Putting Contest 
  • Friday, April 12, 2024
  • Location:
    • Falcon Dunes Golf Course
    • 15100 W. Northern Avenue, Waddell, AZ 85355
  • Check in 6:30am
  • Shotgun Start 7:30am
Registration Fee Includes:
  • Green Fees
  • Golf Cart
  • Goodie Bag
  • Lunch


Sponsor Registration:

Presenting Event Sponsor:

  • Prominent placement on all related communications
  • Company recognition on the handout to all golfers and volunteers
  • Company signage on the golf course
  • 4-some in the golf tournament
  • Featured in eblasts to membership
  • Option for 2 representatives to work the hole during the tournament
  • Ability to put promotional items in the golfer’s goodie bags
  • Ability to donate a raffle item
  • Investment $3,000
Lunch Sponsor:
  • Sponsors one lunch ticket for each golfer or table tents
  • 2 players in the golf tournament
  • Company logo on all printed and online promotional materials
  • Company signage on the golf course
  • Company recognition on the handout to all golfers and volunteers
  • Featured in eblasts to membership
  • Ability to put promotional items in the golfer’s goodie bags
  • Ability to donate a raffle item
  • Investment $1,500
Beverage Sponsor:
  • Sponsors one drink ticket for each golfer
  • 2 players in the golf tournament
  • Company logo on all printed and online promotional materials
  • Company signage on the golf course
  • Company recognition on the handout to all golfers and volunteers
  • Featured in eblasts to membership
  • Ability to put promotional items in the golfer’s goodie bags
  • Ability to donate a raffle item
  • Investment $1,500
Putting Green Sponsor:
  • Positioning at putting green
  • 2 players in the golf tournament
  • Company logo on all printed and online promotional materials
  • Company signage on the golf course
  • Company recognition on the handout to all golfers and volunteers
  • Featured in eblasts to membership
  • Ability to put promotional items in the golfer’s goodie bags
  • Ability to donate a raffle item
  • Investment $1,500
Tee Hole Sponsor
  • Option for 2 representatives to work the hole during the tournament
  • Lunch for 2 attendees
  • Company signage on the golf course
  • Company recognition on the handout to all golfers and volunteers
  • Ability to put promotional items in the golfer’s goodie bags
  • Ability to donate a raffle item
  • Investment $275

Player Registration:
  • Military Golfer = $140
  • Sponsor A Veteran Golfer = $140
  • Non-Military Golfer (Single golfers will be placed in a foursome) = $165
  • Foursome plus Tee Hole Sponsor (save $50) = $885
  • Foursome = $660

**A portion of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Glendale Chamber of Commerce Military & Veterans Affairs Committee. 

*Please Contact David Rush at 623-937-4754 to be placed on a Player-Waiting List

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.


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4/12/2024
Chelsea Handler, comedian, television host, New York Times best-selling author and advocate, brings her LBB Tour to Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino on Friday, April 12.
 
Handler is a multi-faceted voice in entertainment and pop culture and has showcased her stand-up comedy across the nation. Handler has made numerous television appearances, including host of E!’s Chelsea Lately for seven years as the only female late-night talk show host on-air. Handler’s 2020 HBO Max comedy special Evolution earned a Grammy nomination for Best Comedy Album and her stand-up set won “The Comedy Act of 2021” at the People’s Choice Awards.
 
The comedian is bringing her LBB Tour to Harrah’s Ak-Chin Casino to delight audience members with her humor and candor in a show you don’t want to miss.

About Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino: 
For nearly 30 years in Maricopa, Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino has been Arizona's first and only tribal casino to have an international management partner. Harrah's Ak-Chin is the only casino in Arizona that allows guests, through its Caesars Rewards program, to unlock benefits and other prizes that can be used worldwide at the entire Caesars family of casinos.
 
Harrah's Ak-Chin also boasts one of the two bingo halls within the Caesars portfolio, continuing the proud heritage of William F. Harrah, who opened his first bingo hall in Reno in 1937.
 
In addition to craps, sports betting, slot machines, video poker, video keno, statewide progressives and blackjack, Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino guests can also enjoy a variety of dining options, including the Copper Cactus Grill, Chop, Block & Brew, Oak & Fork, Agave's Restaurant and Dunkin’®.
 
Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino features 529 luxurious resort and tower guestrooms, spa and fitness center, and an outdoor swimming pool with a swim-up bar.
 
For more information about Harrah's Ak-Chin Casino, visit www.harrahsakchin.com. Must be 21 or older to gamble. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-NEXT STEP. ©2023 Caesars License Company, LLC.
 

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4/13/2024
 -4/14/2024

Join the excitement at Spring Fling, the ultimate pickleball showdown happening on April 13th and 14th at The Pickleball Space!

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4/13/2024


3RD ANNUAL BOOTS, BAGS & BBQ 
CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT & FUNDRAISER

Cornhole | Food | Drinks | Live Music | Raffle

SATURDAY, APRIL 13, 2024

Bags Fly 10 am
Lunch Served 12 pm
Live Music 12:30 pm
Championship Cornhole Rounds 1:30 pm

Doors Open at 9 am

Mariah’s Miracle, a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, was created in honor of pediatric physical therapist Mariah Devries, who we lost to cancer at the young age of 26, two months after giving birth to a beautiful baby girl, Clara. Mariah’s Miracle further expands her life and legacy by establishing a fund to help Arizona pediatric therapy patients and their families offset the high cost of therapy and equipment that insurance does not otherwise provide.

www.MariahsMiracle.org

The Tournament

2-person teams participate in round-robin to establish single elimination tournament brackets based on skill level.

Cash Prizes Available for 1st, 2nd and 3rd place in each bracket!

The Band

Dust off your boots and get ready to dance! Hillbilly Deluxe is a high energy, 7 piece band bringing the heat with songs from Garth Brooks, Shania Twain, George Strait, Lynyrd Skynyrd, Miranda Lambert, Pat Benetar, The Rolling Stones, Journey and more!

Live music begins at 12:30 pm

The Venue

Westgate Entertainment District | 9330 W. Hanna Ln | Glendale

Chicken n Pickle will serve up a delicious menu full of flavor!
Wood-Fired Rotisserie Chicken, House Ground Beef Sliders, and Tasty Tots!

Lunch begins at 12:00 pm


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4/13/2024
Join us for FOODSTOCK 2024 at the Peoria Sports Complex! The LARGEST food truck festival in the West Valley with over 50 food trucks! 

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4/13/2024
Nourish Phoenix (NourishPHX), a food and clothing bank serving low-income individuals and families based in Central Phoenix, is hosting its inaugural 2024 Nourish Phoenix Fashion Gallery event on Saturday, April 13 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.

During the event, guests will be able to browse around the high-end fashion gallery featuring couture clothes exclusively from the clothing closet at NourishPHX. All vintage pieces in the display are designer items that have been donated to NourishPHX to help serve approximately 20,000 families annually with clothing as well as food, hygiene and job assistance. 

In addition to the gallery, Food Network featured Chefs, Jeff Kraus and Adam Allison, will be preparing a variety of hors d'oeuvres and appetizers for gallery guests.

Hosted at a private home in Paradise Valley, tickets to this exclusive event $125 per person. The location address will be disclosed once registration is completed.

“We are so excited to launch our inaugural NourishPHX Fashion Gallery,” said Executive Director of NourishPHX, Beth Fiorenza. “This is a one-of-a-kind event that offers attendees an intimate opportunity to get to know Nourish Phoenix leaders, clients and see amazing clothing items. We will have delicious food, incredible fashion displays and the best part is all donations raised will be going to support NourishPHX programs that help those who need it most.”

Funds raised from ticket sales and donations will go directly to NourishPHX and the clients they serve. In addition to the clothing closet, NourishPHX also provides nutritious food boxes, hygiene kits, career development courses and enrichment activities to those in need. NourishPHX also works with dozens of community partners to provide medical, dental and veterinary care.

To register for the 2024 Nourish Phoenix Fashion Gallery visit givebutter.com/nphxfashiongallery. For more information, visit nourishphx.org.

About Nourish Phoenix
Nourish Phoenix, formerly ICM Food and Clothing Bank, has had a rich history in providing services for the working poor in Phoenix. We believe that no matter the situation, every individual should have hope and dignity when facing the extreme adversity that life hands us. We believe that each piece of clothing, each piece of food, each item received is one-by-one changing the world for good. For more information, visit www.nourishphx.org.

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4/17/2024
Business Over Breakfast is a 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:
Quarterly Member Pricing: $175 (BEST VALUE) Includes this one and the next 9 events
Member Pricing: $25 (One Time Attendance) if registered by Monday week of event 
Member Pricing: $30 (One Time Attendance) if registered Tuesday or Wednesday week of event
Future Member Pricing: $60 (One Time Attendance) easily applied to membership if you join within 45 days

*Annual & Quarterly subscribers may bring a potential future member as their guest for $20 if they pre-register & pre-pay, please call our office at 623-937-4754.

Event Details:
Location
- Charley's 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.

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4/18/2024
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 - Charley's at The Lakes
Check-In & Networking - 5:00PM-6:20PM
Announcements Begin - 6:20PM
Program Ends - 7:00PM
*Adults only please
*RSVP is requested


Pricing:
  • Member Registration - No Guest: $25 & Includes Raffle
  • Member Registration & One Guest: $40 & Includes Raffle for yourself and your guest
  • Future Member Registration - No Guest: $60 (Cost can be applied to membership if joined within 45 days of event)
  • Future Member Registration & One Guest: $120 (Cost can be applied to membership if joined within 45 days of event)
*Please register your guest if applicable
*Additional guests can be registered by calling the 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.

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4/19/2024
 -4/21/2024

 
We are thrilled to celebrate our 1 Year anniversary with a 3-day "Dreams Do Come True" Extravaganza April 19-21 at PLAYzona!  We are incredibly grateful to you and our community for supporting us and we look forward to many more years of providing a safe and clean PLAY space for you and your family.
 
See below and attached for detailed information about the extravaganza!!  
We hope to see you next weekend!
 
RAFFLE PRIZES we are raffling off over $1200 in prizes!
Every day you come to PLAY (4/19-21) you will receive one raffle ticket per admission to enter to win one of seven prize baskets!!!  Checkout the attachment for detailed information about the prize baskets.
Want to increase your chances??? Additional tickets are only $1 each.  
Winning tickets will be selected on Monday, April 22 and winners notified by email.
 
DAY 1: Friday, April 19
Open for PLAY 9am - 3pm
  • Live Music & Balloon Art from 10am - 12pm
  • Sensory PLAY in the Creative Zone ALL DAY in collaboration with radish builds
  • Sunny Brew Coffee Cart outside PLAYzona starting at 9am ***1st 10 drinks are on us***
DAY 2: Saturday, April 20
Open for PLAY 9am - 3pm
  • Giggles & Glam Pop-up Shop from 9am - 1pm in the classroom
    • Spa Services for you and/or your mini include mini-manicure, mini-pedicure, hair, face mask, and makeup for $6.25 - $15. There's even a "Just for Boys" option for those of you with little boys!
    • To guarantee your service, please stop by PLAYzona or give us a call at (623) 440-6333.  We also welcome walk-ins pending availability.
  • Sensory PLAY in the Creative Zone ALL DAY in collaboration with Radish Builds
  • Kona Ice will be providing shaved ice treats outside PLAYzona from 1-2pm ***1st 25 treats are on us****
DAY 3: Sunday, April 21
Open for PLAY 9am - 3pm
  • Princess Tea Parties from 10am - 12pm
  • Sensory PLAY in the Creative Zone ALL DAY in collaboration with radish builds
  • Dessert Treat DIY Bar in the classroom from 1-3pm ($3 for 1 or 4 for $10) in collaboration with Bloom Bread & Bakeshop

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4/19/2024
Our Glendale WaFd Bank Office will be having a Ribbon Cutting event with the Glendale Chamber of Commerce to re-introduce our amazing team to the community and local businesses. Stop by to introduce yourself and network with us! Food, Fun and prizes! 

Event Details:
Location – WaFd Bank Glendale Office 
Check-In & Networking -12:00PM
Ribbon Cutting & Introductions- 1:00pm
Networking - 2:00PM-2:45pm


All event attendees agree that their image and person may be photographed or videotaped as part of the audience. The Glendale Chamber & WaFd Bank reserves the right to use any images or video captured during its event for promotional purposes and marketing purposes.


https://www.wafdbank.com/locations/arizona/glendale

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4/21/2024
Come join WHAM Art for a fun, festive celebration at their annual fundraiser, Swing "FORE" The Arts. Enjoy an afternoon of fun, community, and creativity, all while making a meaningful impact on the arts in our community. Bid on fabulous items in the silent auction or take your chance with the punch drawing. 

Together, let's drive passion and support for the arts forward, one swing at a time!

Sunday, April 21
2 pm - 6 pm
Topgolf Glendale

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4/22/2024
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.

Food will be provided by Chick-fil-A.

This event is generously sponsored by AZ Perfect Comfort!

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.

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4/23/2024

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4/24/2024
Business Over Breakfast is a 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:
Quarterly Member Pricing: $175 (BEST VALUE) Includes this one and the next 8 events
Member Pricing: $25 (One Time Attendance) if registered by Monday week of event 
Member Pricing: $30 (One Time Attendance) if registered Tuesday or Wednesday week of event
Future Member Pricing: $60 (One Time Attendance) easily applied to membership if you join within 45 days

*Annual & Quarterly subscribers may bring a potential future member as their guest for $20 if they pre-register & pre-pay, please call our office at 623-937-4754.

Event Details:
Location
- Charley's 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.

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4/24/2024
  • Do you know how to find Veteran talent?
  • Understand military culture?
  • Use Veteran-hiring best practices?

If you answered "No," you're NOT alone!

If you want loyal, productive and diverse talent... hire mlitary Veterans!

According to the Society of Human Resource Management:

  • 68% of employers say Veterans are "better than" if not "much better than" employees than their civilian peers
  • 91% of all employers report that Veterans have the same or higher retention rates as civilians

Yet, over half of human resource professionals say they need advice and tools for recruiting and retaining Veterans.

In this course, you'll learn these Veteran-hiring fundamentals to jump-start your company's Veteran Talent Strategy:

  • Why Veterans Make Great Employees
  • Distinctions of Military Culture
  • The Truth About Prevailing Myths
  • How to use Military Skills Translators & Interview
  • Where to Find Veteran Talent

Ideal participants include C-Suite executives, human resources and talent acquisition professionals, recruiters, hiring managers, and Veteran Employee Resource Group leaders.


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4/25/2024

Join the Maricopa Corporate College on April 25, 2024 at the Impact Breakfast for an engaging panel discussion focused on hiring beyond traditional channels.

Representing organizations that serve diverse populations including refugees, veterans, people with disabilities, and previously incarcerated individuals, our panelists will shed light on the value these groups bring to the workforce.

Discover why these populations are excellent talent pools, the common barriers they face in securing employment, and actionable strategies for employers to address these challenges.

Our discussion will cover a range of topics, including:

- Practical steps employers can take to alleviate these barriers and foster inclusivity

- Resources available for employers seeking to connect with and hire individuals from these communities

- Anticipated changes in demand for these populations over the next 5-10 years

- Current incentives for hiring from these communities

- Critical competencies and skill sets employers should prioritize when hiring from these populations

- Additionally, our panelists will debunk common misconceptions surrounding the impact and contributions of these individuals in the workforce, providing insight into the reality of their capabilities.

Don't miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and tools to enhance your hiring practices and drive positive change in your organization.

Mark your calendars for April 25 and join us for an enlightening discussion that promises to reshape your approach to talent acquisition. This is a free event. Registration is required.

Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/a-panel-discussion-on-hiring-beyond-traditional-channels-tickets-705487842127


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4/27/2024

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4/28/2024

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4/29/2024
 -4/30/2024

DigiMarCon Pacific Northwest 2024 is your chance to ...

– Hear from some of the most audacious and thought-provoking speakers in the digital marketing, media and advertising industry.
– Gain insight into emerging strategies, the latest innovative technologies, and best practices to move your business to the next level.
– Network with thought leaders, reunite with your peers, and build your professional network.
 
The 3rd annual DigiMarCon Pacific Northwest, the Premier Digital Marketing, Media and Advertising Conference & Exhibition in the Pacific Northwest Region, returns April 29th and 30th, 2024 to The Westin Seattle Hotel in Seattle, Washington. Join your peers in-person or online for 2-days jam-packed with digital marketing best practices, latest trends, practical solutions, strategy, and networking, also check out the next generation of technology & innovation; Internet, Mobile, AdTech, MarTech & SaaS Technology. 
 
Expand your knowledge on the following topics: Artificial Intelligence & ChatGPT, Marketing Automation, Account-Based Marketing, Behavioral & Neuromarketing, Content Marketing, Conversational Marketing, Conversion Rate Optimization, Data Science & Big Data, Email Marketing, Geo-Targeting & Proximity Marketing, Growth Hacking, Inbound & Outbound Marketing, Influencer Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Native & Contextual Advertising, Omnichannel Marketing, Paid Search Marketing, Personalization & Privacy. 
 
You’ll also learn the following: Podcast & Webinar Marketing, PR & Cause Marketing, Predictive Analytics & Attribution, Programmatic Advertising, Sales & Marketing Automation, Search Engine Optimization, Shopper Marketing, Marketing & Customer Experience, Social Commerce, Social Media Marketing, UI / UX Design, User-Generated Content, Video Marketing, Viral & Buzz Marketing, Visual & Voice Search, Web Analytics, and much more!
 
At DigiMarCon Pacific Northwest 2024, you will receive all the elements you need to achieve digital marketing success! Conventional thoughts will be challenged, and new ways of thinking will emerge. You will leave with your head, notebooks, and professional toolkit full of action items and ideas to lead and supercharge your agency/team/account to even greater success.
 
Be a part of DigiMarCon Pacific Northwest 2024 and discover how to thrive and succeed as a marketer in a rapidly evolving digital world. Top keynotes, case studies, strategy sessions and networking!
 
See why people keep coming back year after year to this must-attend event! Register and secure your seat today.
 
For more details visit https://digimarconpacificnorthwest.com.

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