ENTER TO WIN $2,500
The Chairish Small Business Award ($2,500)
- Applicants must be 18+ and the company must be owned by a U.S. citizen
- Business must be in the design field (interior design, graphic design, architecture, fashion, etc.) and cannot exceed over $1 million in revenue annually
- Business must be an early stage business, having launched in the past 12 months or working to scale operations as a growth-stage business if launched over 12 months ago
- Applicants must provide up to a 500-word statement of how they’d use the funds to support their business, and design a “mood board” of their ideal workspace using Chairish products.
You can review full details on our site.
COVID-19 Resources
COVID-19 RESOURCE CORNER
Banners for Businesses
Banners, Tabletop Signs, a Safety Webpage and Social Media Graphics have been created for Peoria businesses. If a business owner would like to learn more or request any of these free marketing materials, they can sign up at:
www.peoriaaz.gov/business/small-business-task-force.
Paycheck Protection Program
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) on PPP Loan Forgiveness
The Small Business Administration (SBA), in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, is providing this guidance to address borrower and lender questions concerning forgiveness of Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans, as provided for under section 1106 of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), as amended by the Paycheck Protection Program Flexibility Act (Flexibility Act).
Borrowers and lenders may rely on the guidance provided in this document as SBA’s interpretation, in consultation with the Department of the Treasury, of the CARES Act, the Flexibility Act, and the Paycheck Protection Program Interim Final Rules (“PPP Interim Final Rules”) (link).
Click here for Document on (FAQ's) on PPP Loan Forgiveness
Testing Sites
from Arizona Department of Health Services
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AZTV Channel 7
We're teaming up with Member AZTV Channel 7 to help local businesses!
We know getting back to business is exciting as we all work to grow Arizona’s economy. And as the last locally owned and operated broadcasting TV station in a top 20 market, we have the ability to pass along great savings to our local Arizona partners and help local businesses re-emerge successfully.
AZTV Channel 7 is offering the Peoria Chamber of Commerce a discount. The value for broadcast and production can reach up to $3,000, but members can get it for just $150. All you have to do is mention that you are a Peoria Chamber member!
AZ Daily Mix is a live show that airs from 8-9am Monday through Friday, and 7-8am Saturday. Your segment will be aired and re-aired the following day.
Wouldn’t it be exciting to see your company televised? Book your interview now!
Contact: Ryan Ferris, Account Executive, (602) 708-9553 or rferris@aztv.com.
For additional questions please reach out to memberservices@peoriachamber.com.
Open For Business Program
The Peoria Chamber of Commerce has Launched a new Open for Business Advertising Program to help promote your business locally!
This new advertising membership program is available to CURRENT full revenue members as a benefit of the Peoria Chamber of Commerce. Not a member of the chamber? No worries, you can still participate for as little as $200 a year for this amazing non-chamber member advertising offer.
Professional writers and designers will build you a phenomenal product and services catalog and landing page so that the search engines can find you! They will design a mobile app for your business and an electronic business card. Lastly, you can sell your products online with your own online store—and there is a dedicated assistant helping you all along the way!
For more information, visit
Safest Outside Restaurant Assistance Program
Safest Outside Restaurant Assistance Program
The State of Arizona created the Safest Outside Restaurant Assistance Program, which is designed to assist bars and restaurants with funding for the infrastructure needed to expand their premises. With $1 million total in the fund, businesses may apply for up to $10,000 to cover expenditures for items restaurants need to extend their premises to approved outdoor spaces such as outdoor furniture, barriers, patio heaters, or parklets.
Eligibility
- Licensed restaurants and bars
- Fewer than 50 full-time equivalent employees
- Must comply with all COVID-19 related executive orders
- Must demonstrate a new extension of premises that has been approved by the local governing body and the Arizona Department of Liquor Licensing and Control (if applicable)
- Must submit a complete application, including a budget (incomplete applications will not be considered)
ADDITIONAL GUIDELINES AND APPLICATION HERE
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623-866-2131
FREE lamination of completed COVID-19 vaccination cards!
Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)
Are you a Chamber Member struggling to obtain the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF)?
The American Rescue Plan Act established the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) to provide funding to help restaurants and other eligible businesses keep their doors open. This program will provide restaurants with funding equal to their pandemic-related revenue loss up to $10 million per business and no more than $5 million per physical location. Recipients are not required to repay the funding as long as funds are used for eligible uses no later than March 11, 2023.
Sign up to receive email alerts from SBA as additional information about the Restaurant Revitalization Fund becomes available.
B For Life
To assist organ transplant recipients, donor families, and living donors with the costs associated with participation at the transplant games.
To encourage recipients to actively become involved with their own healthcare, through educational information, support groups, websites that improve the effectiveness of the B For Life process.
To promote organ and tissue donation by demonstrating the success of donation and B For Life.
To provide support of donor families and their experiences.
What's Happening in Peoria
Peoria Hosts All-American Festival
On Sunday, July 4 the city of Peoria is hosting the largest Independence Day fireworks show in Arizona at the annual All-American Festival from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. at the Peoria Sports Complex, located at 16101 N. 83rd Ave. The free event kicks off when gates open at 5 p.m. with live music, family-friendly activities, water inflatables and slides, and a wide variety of food trucks and food concessions. Beer, wine, and cocktails will be available for purchase inside the event. Rob West and Micky and The Motorcars will open for headliner Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers. A limited number of VIP and Meet and Greet upgrade experiences are available for purchase. For more information, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/specialevents.
Vaccination Events at Peoria High School
The city of Peoria is partnering with the Peoria Unified School District to host multiple COVID-19 vaccination events at Peoria High School, located at 11200 N. 83rd Ave. The clinics will be held during designated days and times and will run through July 30. Vaccines are available for individuals ages 12 and older. To view the schedule and make an appointment, visit www.tinyurl.com/vaccinephs.
Complete the Boating and Watercraft Survey
Arizona State Parks and Trails, in collaboration with the Arizona Game and Fish Department, is launching the 2021 Boating and Watercraft Survey. The agency hopes to gather data from people using Arizona’s lakes, rivers and waterfronts for boating and other water activities. The Boating and Watercraft Survey is completed every three years and helps inform managers of water-based recreation statewide, funding distribution, and resource management. This year, Arizona is focusing on the experiences of resident Arizona boaters while also attempting to get feedback from all boaters while they are visiting Arizona waterways in the summer of 2021. With more than 10,000 acres of water surface at Lake Pleasant serving as a great destination in the city of Peoria, residents are encouraged to complete the survey at www.azstateparks.com/survey.
City Launches New Online Payment Portal
The city of Peoria has rolled out a new online system for paying utility bills. The new system, Invoice Cloud, is a one-stop-shop where residents can access and pay city bills electronically, which will take place in a two-phase process. Beginning June 21, residents will be able to pay their utility bills with the new online system. The option to access online payments for other city services will follow in 2022. Residents can enroll in paperless billing, get text notifications, and opt to pay by phone, text, or online with a credit card, debit card or e-check. For more information about Invoice Cloud, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/customerservice or make a secure payment at https://myaccount.peoriaaz.gov.
Rise of the Rest Virtual Career Fair Promotes Startup Jobs
Rise of the Rest is hosting a virtual tour through cities across the country to share information about 1,000+ job opportunities at more than 100 venture-backed companies. The three-day virtual event begins on June 22, providing attendees access to a virtual career fair, expert guidance on how to present resumes and prepare for interviews, tips to thrive during the first 30 days on the job, and important insights from local leaders. Wednesday, June 23, 2021 is the Phoenix Spotlight Day featuring local leaders, including Arizona State University’s Entrepreneurship + Innovation Founding Executive Director Ji Mi Choi. The city of Peoria is proud to collaborate with ASU to support entrepreneurs and accelerate local economic development. Individuals interested in starting a new career in America’s tech and startup community are encouraged to register at https://careerfair.revolution.com/. To learn more about Peoria’s partnership with ASU, visit https://www.peoriaed.com/business-services/asu-peoria-forward.
Peoria’s All American Festival Includes Sensory Room
On Sunday, July 4 the city of Peoria is hosting the largest Independence Day fireworks show in the state at the annual All-American Festival from 5 p.m. - 10 p.m. at the Peoria Sports Complex, located at 16101 N. 83rd Avenue. Peoria will once again offer the Sensory Room, which is a calming, sensory-friendly space for children, teens, and adults with sensory processing needs. Noise-canceling headphones, weighted blankets, plush chairs, and soft toys are available to ensure all attendees can enjoy the celebration. Sensory kits are also available to check out during the event. The free event kicks off when gates open at 5 p.m. with live music, family-friendly activities, water inflatables and slides, and a wide variety of food trucks and food concessions. Rob West and Micky and The Motorcars will open for headliner Roger Clyne and the Peacemakers. For more information, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/specialevents.
Vaccination Events Continue at Peoria High School
The city of Peoria has partnered with the Peoria Unified School District to host multiple COVID-19 vaccination events at Peoria High School, located at 11200 N. 83rd Ave. The clinics will be held during designated days and times and will run through July 30. Vaccines are available for individuals ages 12 and older. To view the schedule and make an appointment, visit www.tinyurl.com/vaccinephs.
Pop-Up Peoria at Park West Announces July Classes
Pop-Up Peoria is a unique, innovative community engagement space created by the city of Peoria and CIRE Equity. Visit Pop-Up Peoria at Park West to connect with artists, creatives, entrepreneurs, and experts in a variety of activities, programs, and interactive experiences. Upcoming events include preschool story time–including a visit with local children’s author Analyn Sardella, ASU E + I Entrepreneurship Day, and a fun class that teaches teens how to turn a discarded book into a hedgehog. For more information and a full program schedule, check out www.popuppeoria.com.
Be a Junior Firefighter at July 1 “Reading is Hot” Event
Mayor Carlat’s Peoria Reads summer reading program continues this Thursday, July 1 with the “Reading is Hot” event from 9 a.m. – 10 a.m. at Sunrise Mountain Library, located at 21109 N. 98 th Ave. Be a Junior Firefighter, spray a real firefighter hose, and learn about important fire equipment. Attendees participating in the program will receive additional entries to be submitted into the mid-program and final program drawings with multiple opportunities to win prizes. Participants can also receive an additional entry into the mid-program drawing by taking their bookmarks to a Peoria Library by July 3 to show their reading progress. For additional information about the summer reading program, visit: www.peoriaaz.gov/library.
Visit Rio Vista Recreation Center for a Week of Fitness Specials
Rio Vista Recreation Center is kicking off the summer and celebrating a full re-opening with fitness specials, promotions, and door prizes from July 5 – 9, 2021.
- Mon. July 5: Rio Vista is hosting an “open house,” allowing everyone to enjoy a free day pass. Amenities include racquetball, pickle ball, basketball, group exercise classes, fitness center, rock wall and more.
- Tues. July 6: Guests are invited to tour the Lakeview conference room and enter a raffle for a chance to win a complimentary room rental.
- Wed. July 7: Guests are invited to join a FREE group exercise class all day.
- Thur. July 8: Purchase five personal training sessions and get the sixth one free.
- Fri. July 9: Get a free two week pass when you refer a friend and they purchase a one month pass or longer.
Rio Vista Recreation Center is located at 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd, Peoria, AZ 85381 inside Rio Vista Community Park. This family-friendly facility offers numerous amenities and programs to engage residents and promote healthy lifestyles. For additional information on hours, pass rates and more, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/riovista.
Peoria Resource Center Offers Assistance to Residents
The Peoria Resource Center, located inside the Peoria Community Center at 8335 W. Jefferson St., is proud to offer a variety of resources and services to support residents in need. Whether families or individuals are experiencing homelessness or are in need of housing, utility, or food assistance, the Resource Center is a place to connect with support services and non-profit organizations. With staff onsite to provide information and referrals for financial, health care, child development, nutrition services and more, residents can get information, attend workshops, and consult with experts. For additional details, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/communityassistance.
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Sounds of the Southwest Singers, Inc.
The Sounds of the Southwest Singers community choir is an all-volunteer 501(c) (3) non-profit organization and we are open to anyone who loves to sing. Our choir was founded in March, 2010 by founding director Matt Deller. We are self-supporting, relying solely on funding from individuals within the community as well as corporate sponsorships. We are available for concerts in most venues around the greater Phoenix metropolitan area.
Contact us for information on how we may entertain your group. ssws@soundsofthesouthwestsingers.com
SizeUp Business Analytics Tool
PEORIA CHAMBER INVESTS IN BIG DATA ENABLING SMALL BUSINESS WITH SIZEUP!!!!
SizeUp West - Peoria, Glendale, Surprise is a free, robust business analytics tool designed to support small and medium-sized businesses in a variety of stages, from the entrepreneur looking to start their first business to a seasoned business owner looking to expand their customer base.
SizeUp West can assist in providing answers to:
- Where should I start my business in the West Valley?
- Who are my competitors and how do I perform compared to the them?
- How can I find more customers?
- How do I identify the best places to locate and advertise my business?
“SizeUp represents an edge for our businesses to navigate and develop strategies and tactics to attract more customers and thus revenue; this is why we invested in it and want to see it become a useful tool for our member businesses,” states Scot Andrews President & CEO of the Peoria Chamber.
SizeUp West identifies essential market data for the Peoria, Glendale, and Surprise area. We are partnering with sponsors to bring this tool to our members.
You can find the tool in the Members Login area here:
Upcoming Chamber Events
Happy Hour Social - Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort
Member Event
Please join us at Arrowhead Valley for Happy Hour! We will be meeting in the Theater.
June 30th, 2021
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort
20025 N 81st Ave
Peoria, AZ 85382
More information here.
Networking Breakfast
July 6th, 2021
7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Mochilero Kitchen
6791 W Happy Valley Rd #100
Peoria, AZ 85383
REGISTER HERE
Government Affairs Committee
July 8th, 2021
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Peoria City Hall
8401 W Monroe St
Peoria, AZ 85345
REGISTER HERE
Coffee is For Closers
July 8th, 2021
8:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Arrowhead Honda
8380 W Bell Rd
Peoria, AZ 85382
REGISTER HERE
Marketing Monday
July 12th, 2021
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Online Zoom Meeting
REGISTER HERE
Business Alliance Committee
July 12th
04:00 - 05:00 PM
Online Zoom Meeting
REGISTER HERE
Women 4 Women
July 16th
4:00 - 5:30 PM
***Please Note Time Change! This is an evening event! 4:00-5:30PM***
Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort
20025 N 81st Ave, Peoria
Peoria, AZ 85382
Debbie Medina Gach
Co-Founder & CEO
Jalisco International Imports, Inc.
 
Tequila Tasting
Debbie Medina Gach is the Co-Founder and CEO of Jalisco International Imports, Inc. Jalisco International Imports is a woman-owned business that produces and owns Senor Rio Tequila. Senor Rio is a handcrafted, ultra-premium tequila produced in Tequila, Jalisco, Mexico. She is a baby boomer, a widow and an entrepreneur who believes in philanthropy, charity and improving the lives of others. To learn more please visit https://www.senorrio.com
REGISTER HERE
Community News, Events & Deals
There is a critical blood shortage! Are you able to donate?
Tuesday, July 20th
07:30 AM - 04:30PM
Peoria Police Dept. Peoria Room
8351 W. Cinnabar
 
This July 30/10 Weight Loss for Life is participating in Pounds for a Purpose and will be donating $1 per pound our clients lose up to $500 per office to the Wounded Warrior Project! Drop the weight, hit your goals and help us in supporting our brave veterans!
This is 30/10 Weight Loss for Life's 4th fundraising project with the Wounded Warriors and we are excited to continue to work together and help make a difference!
Ask your home office for details!
Gilligan’s Island The Musical Docks at Arizona Broadway Theatre this Summer
Friday, June 18 – Sunday, July 11, 2021 | Matinee* and Evening Shows Available
Gilligan’s Island takes over The Encore Room stage as a hilarious musical with classic moments from the beloved 1960’s television show. Join Gilligan, the Skipper, the millionaire and his wife, the movie star, the Professor, and Mary Ann, as the S.S. Minnow becomes shipwrecked on an uncharted desert island. An ancient legend, hieroglyphics, romance, and one giant storm sets up this hilarious nautical comedy as Gilligan is at it again, foiling attempts to escape the tropical island. You do not want to miss experiencing this musical this summer at Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) filled with comedy, love, drama, nostalgia, and songs that will stick in your head on the drive home!
The talented ensemble includes Stephen Hohendorf (Gilligan), Dave Seaburg (Skipper), Darren Friedman (Mr. Howel III), Cynthia Elek (Mrs. Howel), Lynzee Foreman (Ginger), Tim Shawver (The Professor), Liz Fallon (Mary Ann), and Tony Blosser (Surprise Guest). The show is directed by Jon Gentry with choreography by Liz Fallon.
Ticket Prices:
Dinner & Show Ticket Price: Starts at $64.99
Show Only Ticket Price: Starts at $42.99
*Special 4th of July Matinee Show
Purchase tickets now online at azbroadway.org, at the Box Office, or by phone at 623.776.8400, ext 0.
More information here.
Cox Names Percy Kirk as Southwest Region Manager
Telecom industry veteran oversees Cox operations in Phoenix, Southern Arizona and
Las Vegas
PHOENIX —Today Percy Kirk has joined Cox Communications as senior vice president and region manager for the Southwest region, overseeing Cox operations and more than 4,300 Cox employees. The Southwest region is Cox’s largest operation nationwide and includes Phoenix, Las Vegas, and Southern Arizona. Most recently, Percy led Cox’s Central Region, based in Oklahoma. Kirk returns to Arizona where he previously held the position of Cox Arizona’s vice president of network operations.
“I am so pleased to have Percy lead our Southwest Region,” said Colleen Langner, senior vice president, field operations. “He has seen us grow from a traditional residential cable TV provider to a broadband service provider that connects millions of homes and businesses with a continually expanding diverse product portfolio. His deep operational and technical experience makes him an exceptional leader who I know will positively impact our teams, customers and communities.”
Serving more than 35 years in the cable telecommunications industry, Percy has held a variety of positions within Cox Communications.
Water safety: Keeping you and your family safe from drowning
So far, this year 18 people have died from drowning in metro Phoenix area
PHOENIX (June 25, 2021) – With the very hot temperatures past us for right now, more people may head back to the pool and that makes it critical to review pool-safety practices, say Banner Health safety experts.
“I think everyone thinks it (drowning) can’t happen to me. It can happen to anyone. It doesn’t matter where you live or what you do,’’ said Tracey Fejt, RN, Banner Health injury prevention coordinator. Fejt is pronounced (fate).
So far this year, there have been 18 deaths in the metro Phoenix area, according to the Drowning Prevention Coalition of Arizona. That includes four children under the age of five years old and thirteen adults.
“There’s got to be layers of protection and those layers of protection start with the ABCs of drowning prevention,’’ said Fejt, who frequently speaks to community groups about downing prevention.
Fejt lists the ABCs:
- Adult supervision: Always have eyes on kids and be close enough to touch them. In big family gatherings, designate an adult to be a lifeguard to constantly watch the kids. Also, more adults drown than kids, so adults should have a swim buddy.
- Barriers between children and water. Make sure there is a five-foot fence around the pool and that the gate latches by itself. Don’t forget that kids can crawl through doggie doors so block the doors’ access to pools.
- Classes in CPR for adults and swim lessons for kids are essential. Drowning victims have a much higher rate of survival if CPR is administered immediately
- Coast-guard approved. “Floaties’’ or “water-wings’’ can pose a danger to children. Use only items that have labels indicating they are approved by the U.S. Coast Guard.
Walmart and Sam’s Club Help Change Kids’ Health at Phoenix Children’s Hospital
Walmart and Sam’s Club in Metro Phoenix are once again helping raise funds for Phoenix Children’s Hospital, a member of Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals. Since 1987, this campaign has raised more than $1 billion for CMN Hospitals across North America.
Customers and members in Metro Phoenix can donate at the register any dollar amount, or simply round-up their purchase to the next dollar and donate the change in-store or while shopping online. You can also donate at www.HelpKidsLiveHealthy.org.
The fundraising campaign runs through July 25.
July 10th - July 11th
12:00 AM - 11:45 PM
Sam's Club
1459 N Dysart Rd
Phoenix, AZ 85323
More information here.
Business Builder: How to Perform Market Research
July 15th, 2021
5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
In-Person at Park West or Online
9744 West Northern Avenue
Peoria, AZ 85345
Anyone launching or interested in launching a project, business, venture or solution. This is an opportunity to share community expertise!
Learning outcomes: By the end of this workshop, attendees will be able to:
- Meet fellow entrepreneurs—including small business owners, creators and makers
- Identify major stages in the research process and how to navigate
- Identify helpful tips from experienced entrepreneurs
- Understand the range of resources offered in the community and via the interne
Making Noise for Autism Walk
We are hosting our FIRST Annual Making Noise for Autism WALK in the WEST VALLEY on November 14th at 9-1 pm in Peoria and Rio Vista Walk Park.
We are inviting you to a Rally Meeting on July 7th if you are able to attend and learn about the Walk and how we would need your support. Here are the Fliers, Sponsorship information etc.:
Please let us know by July 1 st if you are able to be a part of the AMBASSADOR TEAM and if so, thank you thank you!! And if not, no worries. We will do this every year and would love your support in the future!
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-noise-for-autism-walk-tickets-158033732147?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
Banner Better Together Gift Giving Event
Banner Better Together Gift Giving Event
Banner Health is in preparation for this year’s Better Together Employee Giving Fundraiser. Banner Health’s Better Together has raised over 1.8 million dollars a year lending support to 501c organizations that provide shelter, meals, medical research, senior care, and more. Some of the agencies include United Way, Alzheimer’s Research, Senior Community Centers, burn camps, behavioral health, and over 20 other non-profit organizations serving Arizona.
Employee teams from each facility are tasked to find unique ways that drive the employee gift giving. This is done through payroll donations, silent auctions, or raffle participation. Arizona West is the home of two participating Peoria Chamber hospitals. Each is offering events to entice the employee giving. We would appreciate any items/ services that could be put together to create a unique bid gift. We are only successful in the endeavors through support from organizations giving items of significant value.
Please feel free to contact me at any time with questions or to make a donation, contact myself for Veronica with the Chamber.
Thank you,
Elizabeth Baker
Director, Business Development
AZ Region – West Valley
602-747-3632 office
602-370-4714 mobile
Advertise at Sky Zone!
Advertise at Sky Zone! They have 4 TV screens, as well as monitors at each entry station providing slides for advertisements.
For more information, please contact:
Mackenzie Roque
Community Manager – Sky Zone Peoria
Mackenzie.Roque@skyzone.com
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