April 2011

"Business Monthly"

The Glendale Chamber of Commerce, Luke Air Force Base, the City of Glendale, and Arizona State Credit Union will host the 8th Annual Mastering the Purchasing Maze Procurement Fair and Small Business Trade Show on April 26 at the Glendale Civic Center from 8am – 11:30am.

This is the largest FREE procurement fair in the State of Arizona with an average attendance of more than 1,000 small businesses and government agencies. The event is a great opportunity to meet buyers representing federal and state agencies, military bases, colleges and universities, school districts, and cities and counties.

The event also plays host to a small business trade show, sponsored by the Chamber and Arizona State Credit Union, where small businesses can exhibit and meet with one another to exchange products and service…all under one roof!

Here is a great chance to work a trade show where there is a ready-made business crowd, and buyers wanting to hear about your business!

Exhibit tables are $100 for Glendale Chamber member businesses, $200 for non members, and $50 for government and non profit agencies. For more information, contact the Chamber at 623-937-4754.
 

Looking for low cost advertising to boost sales? Chamber members now have the opportunity to advertise their business online and by category in our membership directory. Our online directory receives an average of 15,000 – 20,000 “business look ups” every month. Members currently receive a free listing and link to their website, but can now place a logo of banner ad at the top of each category page for as little as $15 per month. Contact the Chamber at 623-937-4754 for pricing and more information. To view sample ads, click on our membership directory and click on either, “signs, credit unions, investments, financial advisors, promotional products or collections” category pages.
 

The print version of the Chamber’s 2011 Membership Directory and Community Guide is now available. The 32-page publication contains general relocation information about Glendale as well as a comprehensive membership directory, featuring our business members. If you would like a copy, contact the Chamber at 623-937-4754.

Our online member directory is available 24/7 at www.glendaleazchamber.org , is updated daily and can be downloaded.
 

Glendale’s 28th Annual Jazz & Blues Festival will feature great entertainment plus arts and crafts, food, beverages and wine tasting by Kokopelli Winery.
The event will begin Saturday, April 9th at 12 noon and run until 10 pm and continue on Sunday, April 10th from 12 noon to 6pm. It all takes place in Historic Downtown Glendale. Covered parking is available in two downtown parking garages for a fee of $10. Street parking is still free.
 

ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATRE, 7701 W. Paradise Ln., Peoria 623-776-8400
Thru 4/10 The Drowsy Chaperone
4/15 Comical Blessings
4/22-5/28 The Full Monty
4/29 ABT Cabaret, 10pm
5/7-14 The Adventures of Rose Red, Snow White’s Less Famous Sister,
Theatre for Young Audiences, 10am
5/13 ABT Cabaret, 10pm

CASINO ARIZONA, 101 & McKellips, Scottsdale 480-850-7777
Wed-Sun Showstoppers Live!

JOBING.COM ARENA, Westgate Glendale 1-800-745-3000
4/9 Nuclear Cowboyz, 7:30pm
5/1 Kenney Chesney Goin Costal Tour with Billy Currington & Uncle Kracker, 7pm
5/15 Yanni, 7pm

PHOENIX COYOTES, Jobing.Com Arena, Westgate Glendale 480-563-PUCK
4/1 vs Colorado Avalanche, 7pm
4/8 vs San Jose Sharks, 7pm
4/13 NHL Playoffs Begin

TALKING STICK RESORT, 101 & Indian Bend, Scottsdale 480-850-7743
4/10 Bill Engvall, Grand Ballroom
5/10 Los Lobos, Showroom
5/12 Kellie Karl Hypnotist, Showroom

UNIVERSITY OF PHOENIX STADIUM, Glendale 1-800-746-3000
4/7-11 The Great Arizona Dog Show
4/28-5/1 Big Red Rib & Music Festival
 

DEER VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT HOSTS FORUMS FOR SUPERINTENDENT SEARCH

Employees, parents and concerned citizens have a voice in the selection of the Deer Valley Unified School District’s next superintendent. The district is working with the consulting firm of Jim Huge & Associates conducting listening sessions to help develop a profile and search for the next district leader.
Public forums will be held on Tuesday, April 5th from 6:30 to 7:30pm at the district office, 20402 N. 15th Ave; Wednesday, April 6th from 6:30 to 7:30pm at the Mountain Ridge High School Library, 22800 N. 67th Ave. and on Thursday, April 7th from 7pm to 8pm at the Boulder Creek High School Mini Auditorium, 40404 N. Gavilan Peak Pkwy in Anthem.
 

IN MEMORIUM
The Glendale Chamber lost two members in the past few weeks.
Joanne Martone, owner of Joanne Martone, CPA and Thea Jacka former owner of Coast to Coast Trophies and Awards and Jacka's Restaurant.
 

Chamber's Board of Directors

Jennifer Willis, Humana of Arizona, CHAIR
Sandy Petraitis, Salt River Project, CHAIR-ELECT
Steve Adams, Alphagraphics, TREASURER
James Vogt, M & I Bank, PAST CHAIR

Deborah Campbell, Fast Signs on Bell
Dr. Arthur Dobbelaere, Midwestern University
Dr. Velvie Green, Glendale Community College
Steve Harnden, Ameriprise Financial
Steve Hopkins, Wells Fargo Bank
Dawn Johnson, Arizona State Credit Union
Randy Johnson, Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market
Elizabeth Langland, Arizona State University
Gail Meyers, GC Meyers & Associates
Mary Pritchard, Pritchard Group

 

Due to circumstances beyond our control, the April business blender will be held at Midwestern University, 19555 N. 59th Avenue instead of the Wigwam. It will be held on Thursday, April 21st from 5pm to 7pm.

Future Blender Schedule for 2011:
May 19th Wet n Wild
June 16th Arrowhead Ranch Plaza
July 21st Firebirds Wood Fired Grill
August 18th Peoria Pines Golf and Restaurant
September 15th Ninfa’s Mexican Kitchen
October 20th DeVry University
November 17th Wigwam Spa and Golf Resort
December 8th Embassy Suites
 

Celebrating St. Patrick's Day are Steve Adams of the Glendale Chamber Board and Alphagraphics, Nancy Sanderson of the Phoenix West Elks Lodge Board and new member Edna Van Natta of Clinica Real.
 

First Friday Member Breakfast

Join us April 8 at Bitzee Mama’s in downtown Glendale from 7:30am-9am for our monthly Membership Networking Breakfast. It’s only $5 to attend (breakfast included) and our program this month will be representatives from the Maricopa County Check Enforcement Program to discuss how to help businesses better deal with bad checks. Of course, there will be the opportunity to give a commercial about your business and network with other members and guests. Bring business cards! No RSVP necessary.

New Tuesday Networking Group to Continue

Looking to make more business connections? The Chamber is now hosting an OPEN networking group on Tuesdays at Noon. We have discontinued the 4pm Thursday group. The group meets at the Chamber offices at 7105 North 59th Ave for a brown bag lunch. No RSVP’s necessary, and the group is open to participation to any and all chamber member businesses.

Our traditional network groups still meet on Wednesday and Friday mornings. For more information, contact Harry Shapiro or Ray Goulding at 623-937-4754.
 

MARCH FIRST FRIDAY BREAKFAST
Standing: RIchard Bellah, attorney; Leanna Griffin, Leonard F. Baker CPA; Kimberly Doka, Glendale Police; Rosanna Kent, Silpada Designs; Annie Loyd, Fusion Foundation and Gerald Sydnor, Glendale Police.
Seating: Stan Uber, MyImagination; Wayne Lawson, Sign-A-Rama on 51st and Nicole Phillips, American Family Insurance
 

Nearly 100 golfers enjoyed a sun filled day at Falcon Dunes Golf Club on Friday, March 11th. A portion of the proceeds will benefit the base commander’s “Operation Warm Heart” program.
Team winners were: Flight A; Kevin Rowe, Sam Rowe, Donn Coolidge and Steve Nash from the law offices of Lerner & Rowe. Flight B; Richard Case, Kevin Greensage, Edward Keenan and Paul Lancaster of LAFB. Flight C; Ramon Martinez, David Chavez, Virgil Wade and Paul Mendez of Casino Arizona & Talking Stick Resort. Flight D; Don Pribyl, Ron Goodwyn, Dan Roberts and Chuck Dittell of LAFB. Closest to the pin winners include Richard Case of LAFB, Jim Jensen of M & I Bank, Donn Coolidge of Lerner & Rowe and Grant White of LAFB. The putting contest winner was Tom Sjoholm of Midwestern University.

A very special thank you to the sponsors of the annual event. Chairman’s Circle Sponsors were APS, City of Glendale, Humana, SRP, Wal Mart and Wells Fargo. The Title Sponsor was Tri West Healthcare Alliance. Hole In One sponsor was the Law Offices of Lerner & Rowe and the Putting Contest sponsor was Casino Arizona and Talking Stick Resort.

Flight A winners: Two of the golfers and two volunteers from Lerner & Rowe.
 

Flight B winners: Edward Keenan, Richard Case, Kevin Greensage and Paul Lancaster from LAFB.
 

Flight C winners: David Chavez, Virgil Wade, Ramon Martinez and Paul Mendez from Casino Arizona and Talking Stick Resort

Closest to the Pin winners: RIchard Case, LAFB; Jim Jensen, M & I Bank; Grant White, LAFB and Donn Coolidge, Lerner & Rowe

Glendale Chamber members can enjoy the final home game of the regular season for the Phoenix Coyotes with discount tickets. And the Tuscan Oven at Westgate City Center will give special two for one drink specials and half price appetizers before and after the game on Friday, April 8th. Game time is 7pm, so get there early and enjoy the friendship and networking at the Tuscan Oven.
The only tickets available are lower level. They are normally $75, but for chamber members it’s $45. To order, simply go on line to www.phoenixcoyotes.com/valleychambernight and use the password “puck” to receive your discount tickets or call Dirk Manley at 623-772-3215. Also, the first 15,000 fans will receive a Coyotes car flag.
 

 RIBBON CUTTING AT JERSEY MIKE'S SUBS, 7410 W. Bell Rd..... l-r Don Rinehart, Glendale Chamber; Corey Mapes, William Mapes and Leslie Mapes, Owers; Lucas Simmons, manager; Steve Frate, Glendale Vice Mayor and Manny Martinez ,Glendale City Council.

RIBBON CUTTING AT K HOVNANIAN HOMES AT 91st Ave. and Northview.
Pictured are prospective residents Raymond and Luara Chung; Roger Williams, sales representative; prospective residents Diana Jonas and John Kitchings; Joyce Clark, Glendale City Council; Carly Van Dox, sales representative and Don Rinehart, Glendale Chamber.
 

From left to right in picture are, Mike and Carolyn Sapcoe (owners); Amber, Craig, Geri, Bill, and Gina.
 

The Chamber will host trips to Rio de Janeiro (August 23-30) and the French Riviera (November 1-8). The trips are part of the organization’s ongoing commitment to provide overseas travel and business opportunities for our members.

For a brochure or more information on these and other travel opportunities available through the Chamber, contact Monika Nylund at 623-937-4754 or mnylund@glendaleazchamber.org

PLATINUM PLUS
SALT RIVER PROJECT
CITY OF GLENDALE
HUMANA OF ARIZONA
GLENDALE REPUBLIC
WAL-MART CORPORATION
WELLS FARGO BANK

GOLD
BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF ARIZONA
MIDWESTERN UNIVERSITY
THE GLENDALE STAR
ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE

SILVER
TRI WEST HEALTHCARE
ARIZONA STATE SAVINGS & CREDIT UNION

BRONZE
CASINO ARIZONA
SANDERSON FORD
LARRY MILLER TOYOTA
M & I BANK
SOUTHWEST AMBULANCE