9.8.21 Peoria Chamber Newsletter

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Arizona Small Business Boot Camp & Collective



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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.

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

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

FREE lamination of completed COVID-19 vaccination cards!

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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.


 

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




 

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.
 

What's Happening in Peoria



 

Get Your Ticket to Somos Peoria
Somos Peoria, Peoria’s Hispanic Heritage Month event, will take over Old Town Peoria at 83rd and Grand Avenues on Saturday, Sept. 25 from 2–10: 30 p.m. The multicultural festival will include national headlining entertainment by the renowned 70s funk and soul band, Tower of Power and Latin R&B band of the 80s, Tierra, as well as a variety of local entertainment. Attendees will have the opportunity to sample local and traditional foods, arts and crafts and enjoy music by mariachis, among many other special activities. For tickets, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/somospeoria.
 

Save the Date for the Peoria Film Fest
 The Peoria Film Fest is returning for a third year on Sept. 17-19. The team behind the Phoenix Film Festival will host this three-day festival in Peoria at Harkins Arrowhead Fountains Theatre, located at 16046 N. Arrowhead Fountains Center Dr., Peoria, AZ 85382. The festival’s opening night will be at Headquarters in the P83 Entertainment District. “I’m Your Man,” starring Dan Stevens and Maren Eggert, will cap off the opening night. This film is about a scientist who is coerced into participating in a study in order to obtain research funds for her own work. For three weeks, she has to live with a humanoid robot tailored to her character and needs, whose artificial intelligence is designed to be the perfect life partner for her. The film is a humorous tale about the questions of love, longing and what makes a human being human. Purchase tickets at www.peoriafilmfest.com.
 

Join the Fall into STEAM Series
Did you know the City of Peoria offers Peoria Interactive Experience, a variety of online classes and workshops via Televeda? Starting this fall, the Peoria public libraries will be hosting a Fall into STEAM series. The workshops will be every third Wednesday of the month at Pop-Up Peoria, located at Park West. These workshops will also be filmed and available for viewing on the Peoria Interactive Experience platform. For more information, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/government/departments/parks-recreation-and-community-facilities/recreation-programs/interactive-experience?fbclid=IwAR2YbRfT8UM0rS8UfN3kWlC1LGcquz8X0bUTRloFv-FTSouzCV5x2wpK1Ws.
 

Construction Continues at the Main Library
Come and visit the library, just pardon our dust. The Peoria Main library remodel will take place from June through October 2021. The remodel will be undertaking interior and exterior improvements to the Main Library. Some new things to look forward to are an improved youth courtyard, remodeled lobby/restrooms, updated community rooms, new service desks, new carpeting throughout the building in addition to a contactless automated check-in station. The library will remain open throughout the remodel. Both parking lots will have reduced parking capacity due to the construction. We are recommending patrons use the above and belowground parking garage off 85th Avenue and Cinnabar for parking.
 

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The Happy Canvas


The Happy Canvas, LLC was created so everyone of all different ages and levels can have a fun escape! Whether you are wanting to plan a kids birthday party, a bachelorette party, a sip and paint party, or a corporate team building party, we have created a variety of painting parties for you to choose from. Everything from private paint parties, public painting events, and virtual paint parties – we made them with YOU in mind!
 

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"We continue to experience growth due to the confidence in our business associations ability to partner with our member businesses to help them Advocate, Build and Connect in a relevant way with their community."

- Scot Andrews, President & CEO
 

Upcoming Chamber Events


Coffee is For Closers

September 9th
8:00 - 9:00 AM

Law Enforcement Specialists
9299 W Olive Ave #801
Peoria, AZ 85345



Bonnie Lucas
CEO, Law Enforcement Specialists

Bonnie discovered how difficult it was for companies to handle specific insurance requirements, and Police departments did not have the resources to coordinate police officers for off-duty work. Bonnie founded the security firm Law Enforcement Specialists, Inc. to address this important need and has been “putting the law on your side” ever since. Thanks to her work, companies, and individuals no longer have to jump through hoops to get the security they deserve. Law Enforcement Specialists, Inc. is licensed and insured nationally and works exclusively with sworn police officers.

 

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Military Affairs Committee

September 11th
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Haymaker at Thunderbird
8706 W Thunderbird Rd,
Peoria, AZ 85381



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Marketing Monday

September 13th
12:00 - 1:00 PM

Online Zoom Meeting



How to Optimize Your Website for Conversions

Chris Amos
Owner, No Boundaries Marketing Group



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Business Alliance Committee

September 13th
4:00 - 5:00 PM

Online Zoom Meeting



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Health & Wellness Committee

September 16th
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM

Haymaker at Thunderbird
8706 W Thunderbird Rd,
Peoria, AZ 85381



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Women 4 Women

September 17th

8:30 AM - 10:00 AM

Arrowhead Valley Retirement Resort
20025 N 81st Ave.
Peoria, AZ 85382

 

Speaker

LtCol (Ret) Kathy Lowrey Gallowitz
Consultant | Trainer | Speaker | Coach | Author 



REGISTER HERE

 

Military Affairs Committee

September 22nd

4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Rio Vista Recreation Center
8866 W Thunderbird Rd
Peoria, AZ 85381


REGISTER HERE

 

After Hours Shenanigans

September 30th

5:00 - 6:30 PM

Winery 101
9299 W Olive Ave STE 101
Peoria, AZ 85345

One raffle ticket with every registration!



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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:

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Join us for a roaring good time on Saturday, September 18, 2021. Hotsy-totsy hoofers will Charleston to live jazz music as bootlegging bartenders mix forbidden cocktails for you in our hopping gin mill. Gamblers will have their chance to flirt with Lady Luck before dining on a delectable three-course meal, culminating in the highly anticipated opening night of the blockbuster ABT season. You deserve to let loose at a swanky soiree, so slip on your most extravagant flapper dress and break out your sharpest suit for an evening like no other, with a speakeasy twist. Let your inner socialite be set free as you relive the extravagance of the Roaring Twenties. Tables of two, four, and six are available for a limited time at this invitation-only event. You don’t want to miss this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. Purchase your table now for this exclusive event before it's too late. A party is not a party without YOU, and we want you to be the first to celebrate as we finally say, “Broadway’s Back...let’s get this party started!






Arizona Broadway Theatre (ABT) is starting its new season with a roaring good time that you will not want to miss! 

Beginning Tuesday, September 14, join us for a full week of festivities including open houses, live performances, beer and champagne tastings, and so much more! 

Don't miss the following events in September!

Arizona Broadway Theatre Mural Talk Luncheon with Penny Klaphake
Tuesday, Sept.14 & Thursday, Sept. 16 | 11 a.m.–1 p.m.

Be our Guest! Open House 
Wednesday, Sept.15 & Friday, Sept. 17 | 11 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Happy Hour: Broadway Bingo with Kurtis Overby
Wednesday, September 15 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Happy Hour: Broadway Bubbles & Brews
Thursday, September 15 | 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.

Learn more about this exciting week!
Must RSVP to attend events. Luncheon tickets available for purchase.
 



We're excited to announce that tickets are NOW ON SALE for Follow the Fork!

100% of ticket sales benefit the Peoria Education Foundation!
 













This is FREE Medicare 101 Education. Two dates are available at the Peoria Community Center.
 
Peoria Community Center 8335 W Jefferson
Peoria AZ 85345
 
Saturday, September 18 at 10:00am
Thursday, September 23 at 6:00pm
Please RSVP
 
Topic is overview of A, B, C and D
Understand your Rights, Options and Entitlements
What Medicare does and doesn't cover.
 



Click here to see 2021 Benevilla Golf Tournament Sponsorship Opportunities

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.

Here are the Fliers, Sponsorship information etc.:







https://www.eventbrite.com/e/making-noise-for-autism-walk-tickets-158033732147?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
 

Second Edition of the Consular Entrepreneurship Program for Women of Mexican Origin in Arizona



From October 2021 to April 2022, the Consulate General of Mexico in Phoenix, in partnership with the Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce and Thunderbird School of Global Management, will be implementing the second edition of the Consular Entrepreneurship Program for Women of Mexican Origin in Arizona.  The objective of this initiative is to provide Mexican women with the necessary tools to start or grow their businesses.

Throughout the program, participants complete DreamBuilder, a free online learning course developed for women who want to start or grow a small business. In addition to completing the DreamBuilder course, the women attend virtual conferences with experts on entrepreneurship topics, participate in a pitch competition and obtain a list of useful resources for small businesses.
 

Dates:​

  • The first stage of the Program will be from October 6 to November 17, 2021.
  • The second stage will be from December 2021 to January 2022.
  • The third and final stage will take place between January and April 2022.

Registration process (3 steps):

1. Complete the questionnaire from the Consulate General of Mexico in Phoenix:

https://forms.gle/fh3VHQQf4e8mEs5k8

2. Send a letter to: economicospho@sre.gob.mx
The letter must be 1 page in length, in which the applicant must write the reasons to participate in the Consular Entrepreneurship Program. In addition, the letter must include a commitment to complete the DreamBuilder program and to participate in at least 5 weekly meetings. The letter must be signed by the applicant.

3. Once the first two steps have been completed, applicants will be asked to participate in a virtual interview. The deadline to complete the first two steps is August 27th.
Acceptance to the Consular Entrepreneurship Program for Women of Mexican Origin in Arizona is subject to completion of the registration steps and the selection process. Space is limited.
 

Cox Monthly Tips!




A roadmap for growing your business with Instagram


Implementing a solid Instagram strategy can help your business reach specific audiences and grow its customer base.  With over 25 million businesses already on Instagram, it’s important for your company to get ahead of the competition.
 

  1. Build an aesthetic. Use your brand’s colors to create a cohesive color scheme throughout your page so your followers can recognize your posts right away. For example, if any of your posts have graphics or text, be sure to match your brand colors and design style. 

  2. Stay consistent. Posting daily on Instagram will help increase your following and get your posts seen. Find users that fit within your target market and follow them, as well as the people who follow their account. This will help increase your followers and drive new sales. 

  3. Be authentic. Customers greatly appreciate transparency from the companies which they do business. Bring your audience behind the scenes of product development or into the office so they can get a better feel for your brand and how you operate. This can also provide an opportunity for product education and tips.  

  4. Don’t be too salesy. Along the line of authenticity, it’s important to keep the sales jargon to a minimum on Instagram. Users will get annoyed and unfollow your page if every single post is a promo. Break up your page with regular content, such as employee spotlights and company initiatives. Short and concise posts keep followers’ interest.  

  5. Use hashtags. Include relevant hashtags in your Instagram caption or in the comment section to reach a bigger audience. Keep them short and searchable, such as #startup or #MondayMotivation. 

  6. Include links. Be sure to include a link to your company’s website in the Instagram bio, or any other relevant links.  

  7. Run sponsored posts. Reach people who aren’t yet following your account by running targeted ads to reach specific demographics such as age, location and interests. 

  8. Encourage engagement. Ask followers a question in your Instagram captions to encourage users to comment on your posts. Be sure to “like” and reply to their comments to keep the conversation going and build relationships with potential customers. 

  9. Work with influencers. A rapidly growing marketing opportunity is the influencer-brand relationship. Many big brands are working with Instagram influencers who have a high follower count and similar values to create user-generated advertisements.  

  10. Watch your analytics. Keep an eye on which posts do well, and those that don’t, and continue tailoring your content based on what resonates best with your target audience. 

  
 
Susan Anable is Cox Communications Vice President of Public Affairs, Southwest Region. She Cox utilizes Instagram to tell stories, share product updates and create connections with our customers.
 
 

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Newsletter 2021 - 9.8.21 Peoria Chamber Newsletter