MAY, 2013

"Business Monthly"

The Chamber of Commerce office building, located at 7105 North 59th Ave and home to the Glendale Chamber since 1986, has been sold to the Filipino Family Christian Fellowship Church.  The two parties closed the building sale on April 16 and the Chamber is leasing back office space until negotiations are completed with the City of Glendale on new quarters.  The Chamber is negotiating between two locations, one at the Glendale Civic Center Annex, and another in the City owned Bank of America office complex just east of the Chamber.

Chamber Chairman of the Board Dawn Johnson (Arizona State Credit Union) stated, “ Ongoing negotiations continue with the City of Glendale to ensure that the Chamber gains an upgraded and high profile presence in the city.  While this has taken longer than originally anticipated, we are confident that an agreement will be reached soon and the Chamber can begin relocating during the first two weeks in May. The sale of our building, coupled with the lease arrangement we will have with the City, ensures the Chamber’s financial health for years to come.  Our board and staff have worked very hard over the past several months to accomplish this.  I know our members will be pleased with our new offices and the financial peace of mind that comes with this move.”

The Filipino Family Christian FellowshipChurch plans a number of upgrades and renovations to the property at 7105 North 59th Ave.  The Chamber dedicated the building on December 11, 1986 and has been the sole tenant since then.

The journey for Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium to bring marine mammals to the Phoenix metro area, the state’s first resident California Sea Lions in nearly 4 decades, began in earnest over two years ago when a senior staff member traveled to Washington DC to meet with experts from the Alliance of Marine Mammal Parks & Aquariums.  Long before any animals were selected or any salt water was made, Wildlife World Zoo sought the expert advice of the Alliance’s marine mammal scientists, managers and veteranarians.
“Becoming an accredited member of the Alliance enables Wildlife World to partner with leading zoos, aquariums, rescue organizations and researchers from across the globe who are devoted to increasing our basic understanding of marine mammals and furthering awareness about the condition of our world ocean and precious, and still mysterious, animals that call it home,” said Wildlife founder and director, Mickey Ollson.

The Wildlife World Zoo & Aquarium is located at 16501 W. Northern Ave. 
For information, call 623-935-WILD.

ARIZONA BROADWAY THEATRE, 7701 W. Paradise Ln.,Peoria..... 623-776-8400                                                
Thru 5/19 9 to 5
5/4  Androcles and the Lion, theatre for Young Audiences
5/24  The Magic of Manilow featuring Terry Davies
5/31-6/23 Into the Woods

CASINO ARIZONA, Loop 101 and McKellips, Scottsdale  480-850-7777
5/10  Motley Crue’d Tribute to Motley Crue. 7:30pm
5/25  U2 Tribute “L.A. Nation” 7:30pm
5/31  Springsteen Tribute “The Rising” 7:30pm

TALKING STICK RESORT AND CASINO, Loop 101 and Indain Bend, Scottsdale  480-850-7743
5/3  Gabriel Iglesias, 8pm
5/9  Thunder from Down Under Show, 8pm
5/17  Robert Cray, 8pm
5/25  King of the Cage World Championships, 7pm
5/31  Scott Weiland, 8pm
6/6  Alan Parsons Live Project, 8pm
6/21  Boz Scaggs, 8pm
6/22  Cyndi Lauper, 8pm

WILD HORSE PASS HOTEL AND CASINO, 5040 W. Wild Horse Pass Blvd., Chandler  800-946-4452
5/3  Little Joe y la Familia
5/10  Kakaloca Comedy Tour
5/11  Abba Fab, tribute to ABBA
5/17  Scott Keo, Michael Buble Tribute
5/18  Huey Lewis and the News
5/19  Reyli and the Ovations
5/24  Paquita la del Barrio
5/25  Celtic Women “Believe”
5/31  Cheap Trick
6/8  Jewel
6/14  Strait Country  George Strait Tribute

LE CHALET, 5626 W. Bell Rd., Glenedale  602-337-8760
5/4                     The Pedestrains, 9pm
5/5                     Ice Cave Comedy Showcase, 7pm
5/18                    Comedy Night, 9pm
Every Thurs.       Happy Hour Entertainment with Kenny Thames, 3pm-6pm

Thank You To Our Chairman's Circle

PLATINUM PLUS
CASINO ARIZONA / TALKING STICK RESORT
GILA RIVER / WILD HORSE PASS DEVEL. AUTHORITY
HUMANA OF ARIZONA
SALT RIVER PROJECT
WAL-MART CORPORATION
WELLS FARGO BANK

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

SILVER
ARIZONA STATE CREDIT UNION

BRONZE
BANNER THUNDERBIRD MEDICAL CENTER
BMO HARRIS BANK
BNC NATIONAL BANK
CENTURY LINK
IDEAL INSURANCE
SOUTHWEST AMBULANCE
SOUTHWEST GAS
STATE COMPENSATION FUND

SPONSORED BY:

First Friday Membership Networking Breakfast  May  3

Join us for great networking and a program on business legal matters presented by Terry Mead (Mead and Associates) on Friday, May 3 from 7:30 – 8:45am at Bitzee Mamas in downtown Glendale.  It’s only $5 and includes breakfast, networking and a chance to give a commercial about your business.  Come network with other Chamber members and guests!  Don’t forget to bring business cards!  No RSVP necessary.

Membership Networking Blender At Peoria Pines Golf Course May 16
Join us for another golf outing and “Membership Networking Blender” at Peoria Pines Golf Course on May 17.  The Blender event is from 5-7pm, but you can also come out and play golf (optional) at Noon for only $25!  Please RSVP for this one to 623-937-4754.  If you plan to play golf, you can arrange your tee time with Harry Shapiro at that same number or hshapiro@glendaleazchamber.org  Appetizers, refreshments and great networking!  Raffle prizes too!  The golf course is located at 8411 North 107th Ave

Back row: Danielle Arellano and Danielle Bloss-Burdick, Thunderbird Executive Inn; David Lastinger, First Credit Union; Jane Haught, Storage West; Jacqueline DiDomizio, Learning Matters; Presley Reader, Comforcare; Wayne Lawson, Sign a Rama on 51 Ave.; Jean June, GoldenSun.  Middle row: Dr. Brett Erdmann, Graham Wellness Center; Tammy Mills, Lerner & Rowe; Stan Grossman, Glendale Pawn & Jewelry; Joel Poes, MotoPhoto; Laurel McDermott and Terri Van Zant, Learning Matters.  Front row: Daniel Kingston, Ryan Kenyon and Jake Kenyon, Courtesy Plumbing; Leanna Griffin, Leonard F. Baker, CPA.

5/3..... First Friday Networking Breakfast, Bitzee Mama’s, 7023 N. 58th Ave.,  7:30am
5/16... Business Blender: Peoria Pines Golf Course, 8411 N. 107th Ave., 5pm
           (Golf at 12 noon for those interested, $25)
FOR INFORMATION AND REGISTRATION CALL THE GLENDALE CHAMBER, 623-937-4754

NEW MEMBERS INTRODUCED AT THE APRIL BLENDER AT THE LEGEND AT ARROWHEAD GOLF COURSE

Starting at the left are board members: Scott Spillman, BNC Bank; Dawn Johnson, Arizona State Credit Union; Mary Pritchard, Pritchard Group Insurance; Don Rinehart, Glendale Chamber of Commerce;

New members: Billy Cho, Koryo Korean BBQ; Anthony Sciarpeletti, Buca di Beppo Italian Restaurant; Debbie Desmond, Melaleuca; Edgar Acosta, Acosta Nationwide Insurance Agency.

The Glendale Chamber of Commerce  Invites Chamber and Community Members to bask under the Tuscan Sun.

The Glendale Chamber of Commerce  has announced today that it will be visiting irresistible Tuscany, and is inviting chamber members, and family and friends of chamber members to join them on this once in a lifetime experience.

Rich in culture and stunning scenery, irresistible Tuscany is the setting for this breathtaking journey. Enjoy a nine day journey back to the old country where you will explore not one, but many Italies. As one of the most popular tourist destinations in the world, find yourself relaxing in the spa resort town of Montecatini, or sight-seeing in Florence, home to famous artists such as Leonard da Vinci, Dante and Michelangelo. On this remarkable trip you will also encounter the Piazza del Duomo, and make your way to Pisa, home of the Leaning Tower. The picturesque cove of Portofino awaits you with its colorful houses and cobblestone streets, providing an unforgettable Mediterranean experience.

“This is truly an amazing opportunity to participate in an international journey to irresistible Tuscany, where program participants can experience the country’s culture, learn about its business climate, and make new friends,” said  Don Rinehart, President

Space is limited, so act fast. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to visit irresistible Tuscany, exchange ideas with local business representatives, make new friends, and build new memories.

For more information about this amazing trip please call the Glendale Chamber  of Commerce at  623-937-4754 or email Monika Nylund at mnylund@glendaleazchamber.org

For more information on this trip, or to view the itinerary, please visit http://chamberdiscoveries.com/ourjourneys-de-tusc.php.............OR CHECK OUT YOU TUBE:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vGuJQOlNBNw

The 2013-2014 schedule of shows have been announced by the Arizona Broadway Theatre. 

The 9th season begins with “Hairspray” from October 11th through November 10th; “The Sound Of Music” will run from November 22nd through December 29th; “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers” starts of 2014 on January 17th ending on February 16th; “Kiss Me Kate” will run from February 28th through March 30th; “The Secret Garden” starts April 11th ends on May 11th; “Young Frankenstein” goes from May 23rd through June 22nd; “Peter Pan”  will run from July 11th to August 17th; and the season ends with “The Angry Housewives” from September 5th through September 28th.

Arizona Broadway Theatre is located at 7701 W. Paradise Lane in Peoria. 
For tickets and information, call 623-776-8400.

Support the Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals by featuring your business at Costco Wholesale during the month of May.  There are two tax deductible donation levels available.  For a $100 donation you will receive a 2 foot balloon with your enlarged business card attached and for a $500 donation, plus the cost of a banner, you will receive a 5 ft by 3 ft banner listing your business information.  For information and donations, call Amy Arias or Desiree Allen at the Costco Glendale, 602-509-9764

RIBBON CUTTING AT KORYO KOREAN BBQ, 10040 N. 43rd Ave., K 1.

Pictured with owners Billy and Christine Cho and staff are Monika Nylund, Glendale Chamber; Bobbi Magdelena, ASU West; Don Rinehart, Glendale Chamber; Yvonne Knaack, Glendale Vice Mayor; Gary Sherwood, Glendale City Council; Jack Nylund, The Daisy Companies; Tina Ratley, Arizona Exterminating; Charlott Givens, Glendale Chamber; Kate Bakkila, The Daisy Companies; Alice Roach, White Eyes Fresh Fry Bread.

The photo on the right presents a fine display of a few Koryo menu items.

RIBBON CUTTING AT PURE BARRE, 19420 N. 59th Ave., C 122.

Pictured with owners Gena and Tim Kohner, staff, family and clients are Alice Roach of White Eyes Fresh Fry Bread and Don Rinehart of the Glendale Chamber of Commerce.

               

Celebrate moms with a day of deals, meals and more on Saturday, May 11th from 10am to 4pm for the 6th Annual Mother’s Day Celebration.  Start off at the Glendale Visitor Center to pick up a beautiful flower, event map and savings packs for the first 500 moms.  Many of the downtown shops and restaurants will feature discounts and giveaways.  Enjoy a Mother’s Day Tea and make n take craft activities.  The Glendale Visitor Center will accept new and gently read books to benefit the Glendale Libraries.  The Glendale Visitor Center is located at 5800 W. Glenn Dr.  For information, call 623-930-4500.

Chamber's Board of Directors

Dawn Johnson, Arizona State Credit Union, CHAIR
Steve Adams, Alphagraphics, TREASURER
Sandy Petraitis, Salt River Project, PAST CHAIR
Dave Mitchell, Ideal Insurance, Chair Elect

Jeff Blake, DeVry University
Steve Harnden, Ameriprise Financial
Jean Higginbotham, Humana
Steve Hopkins, Wells Fargo Bank
Randy Johnson, Wal-Mart Neighborhood Market
Elizabeth Langland, Arizona State University
Dr. Donna Lewis, Glendale Elementary School District
Mayor Jerry Weiers
Patrict McDermott, Arizona Public Service
Dr. Ron Natale, Glendale Community College
Mary Pritchard, Pritchard Group
Scott Spillman, BNC National Bank
Bill Toops, Pueblo Publishers
Col. Robert Webb, Luke Air Force Base
Laura Witt, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center