Chandler Chamber of Commerce: May 2011

Tuesday, May 31, 2011

Chandler & Gilbert Set to Weight - In on Food Drive

Who: Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny
Gilbert Mayor John Lewis

What: Final Weigh-In for the Month of May

Food Drive

Challenge.
See which community tips the scales to claim bragging rights, and the chance to send t-shirts for the opposing Mayor & Council to wear at an upcoming Council meeting.

Albertson’s, which sponsored the Mayor Bag-Off, will be presenting a check to the food bank on behalf of the Chandler & Gilbert food drive.

Where: United Food Bank,

245 S. Nina Dr., Mesa

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When: 3:30 Wednesday, June 1

Why: The two communities joined together to raise food for the hungry in a friendly competition to raise the most donations (by weight), and support our neighbors who need us most.

The winning community provides shirts to the losing community’s Mayor and Council to wear during an upcoming Council meeting. For details about the food drive and food drop off locations in either community visit:

Chandler: www.chandleraz.gov/fooddrive
Gilbert: http://www.gilbertaz.gov//fooddrivechallenge

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Jane Poston
Public Information Officer
City of Chandler
480-782-2231 Office
480-212-6258 Cell
jane.poston@chandleraz.gov

Gilbert Hampton Inn & Suites

Gilbert Hampton Inn & Suites Receives 2011 Certificate of Excellence award from TripAdvisor

Gilbert , Arizona (Grassroots Newswire) 05/27/2011 -- TripAdvisor, has awarded Gilbert Hampton Inn & Suites, located at 3265 South Market Street, 2011 Certificate of Excellence Award. TripAdvisor awards this certificate to properties who consistently receive excellent ratings from their members annually.

"We are honored to achieve this award from TrpAdvisor," said Niyanta Patel, general manager of the Gilbert Hampton Inn & Suites. "Providing top-notch accommodations and friendly service is a top priority for our hotel team members and one reason we remain highly competitive in our local market."
The 4-story, 96-room Gilbert Hampton Inn & Suites is located near such area attractions as Phoenix Mesa Gateway, SanTan Shopping Village and Mercy Gilbert Hospital. Standard hotel amenities include refrigerator, microwave and coffee makers in all rooms. All guests receive a full hot breakfast buffet and complementary local shuttle service.
For further information or to make reservations for the Gilbert Hampton Inn & Suites, please visit www.hamptoninnphoenixgilbert.com or call 480-543-1500. We Love Having You Here!

About Hampton Hotels

The Hampton brand, including Hampton Inn, Hampton Inn & Suites, Hampton Inn by Hilton, Hampton Inn & Suites by Hilton and Hampton by Hilton, is an award-winning leader in the mid-priced hotel segment. With more than 1,800 properties globally, Hampton Hotels is part of Hilton Worldwide, the leading global hospitality company. All Hampton Hotels offer warm surroundings and a friendly service culture that share a common “personality” supported by the 100% Satisfaction Guarantee. High-quality accommodations, in-room conveniences and the latest technology, combined with numerous locations and consistent offerings, have made Hampton a leader in its segment and one of the fastest growing hotel brands. For more information about Hampton Hotels, please visit http://www.hamptoninnphoenixgilbert.com/, contact Jamy Belcher – jamy.belcher@hilton.com

Committed to service,

Jamy Belcher

Director of Sales / Marketing

Hampton Inn & Suites Gilbert -Windemere Hotel & Conference Center -Sleep Inn Phoenix Airport

3265 S Market Street

Gilbert, AZ 85297

480.543.1500

480.650.3678 cell

jamy.belcher@hilton.com

Visit our websites at:

www.hamptoninnphoenixgilbert.com

www.resortmesa.com

www.airportsleepinn.com

Business of Business Golf - Ocotillo Golf Resort

Networking on the Fairway’s

Sponsored by: Croffoot Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc.

WHEN: Wednesday, June 1, 2011

TIME: 7:00 a.m. Shotgun -

PLACE: Ocotillo Golf Resort,

3751 S. Clubhouse Drive

(West of Alma School off Ocotillo)

www.ocotillogolf.com

COST: $29.00 all inclusive per player – includes Golf, Cart and Breakfast

FACTS: The Chamber has formed a golf networking league that will meet twice a month to play 9 holes of golf followed by breakfast and networking. We will be playing at different Chamber member golf courses each month and the intention is to meet new business associates, build relationships that will lead to future business. You may also bring a customer, a staff member, or a potential customer to relax and get to know each other better.

To Register: Go to www.chandlerchamber.com

Click on Events

Click on the Event Description

Click on Register Here

Complete the registration information

For information contact Brad Ness at (480) 963-4571 or email to brad@chandlerchamber.com

Wednesday, May 25, 2011

"Bag Off" Competition - City of Chandler/Town of Gilbert

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

May 25, 2011

Media Contacts:

Chandler: Jane Poston, 480-782-2231

Gilbert: Beth Lucas, 480-503-6766

Everyone Wins in Mayor “Bag Off” Competition

Chandler, AZ— The Mayoral Bag Off competition ended in a tie this morning with both Chandler and Gilbert adding 400 pounds of food each to their friendly food drive competition. Chandler Mayor Jay Tibshraeny and Gilbert Mayor John Lewis rolled up their sleeves and bagged up food for the hungry as the communities enter the final week of a Month of May Food Drive competition.

Albertsons donated the 800 pounds of food used in the Bag Off from their location at Lindsey and Warner in Gilbert. The five Albertsons stores in Chandler and Gilbert will also earmark all their May “$1, $3 and $5” cash register donations to the food drive.

The official Food Drive competition between the communities runs through May 31, and the winning community provides T-shirts for the losing community’s City Council to wear at an upcoming Council meeting.

The food drive benefits the Mesa United Food Bank, Chandler Christian Center and Matthews Crossing. The final weigh in is scheduled for 3:30 Wednesday, June 1 at the Mesa United Food Bank, 245 S. Nina Dr., Mesa.

For details about the food drive and food drop off locations in either community visit:

Chandler: www.chandleraz.gov/fooddrive

Gilbert: www.gilbertaz.gov/fooddrivechallenge

City of Chandler InfoMap

May 23, 2011

For Information Contact:

Jim Phipps
Public Information Officer
(480) 782-2225

City releases new version of InfoMap

CHANDLER, Ariz. – Chandler has released a new version of its InfoMap that gives users additional tools to quickly locate City facilities and amenities.

The online map has been on the City's website, http://www.chandleraz.gov/, since 2004 and displays the locations of facilities City officials believe are of particular interest to residents, visitors and the public. The map includes information about fire stations, police substations, wells, sewer lift stations, parks, aquatic centers, libraries, schools, and more.

Using Geographic Information System technology, the latest improvements offer “Google®-like” features and new capabilities.

A Quick Search window allows users to select from an extensive list of City facilities and an Advanced Search tool allow users to highlight an area of the City and search for features ranging from addresses and parcels to trailer parks and park trails.

Selecting “Fire Stations” from the Quick Search list, for example, displays a blue dot at every fire station location in the City. Hovering over the location with the cursor brings up a brief description, including the date the station was opened, plus an address and phone number. Clicking on the dot links visitors to information about the Chandler Fire Department posted on the City’s website.

Descriptions of City facilities include any drawbacks to living next to the facility. For example, the description for Sewer Lift Station includes an advisory that “living near a lift station may include occasional odor, continued low-level security lighting, as well as construction disturbances when maintenance is required.”

Current zoning cases can be visually displayed on the map along with case numbers and addresses. A Quick Print tool can be used to print maps and a Mark Up tool makes it easy to add lines and boxes or free-hand drawings. A slide bar tool lets users transition quickly from a line map to an aerial view.

To view Chandler’s InfoMap visit www.chandleraz.gov/infomap.

Tuesday, May 24, 2011

Public Policy Committee Meeting

Sponsored by Air Products and Chandler Regional Medical Center

WHEN: Friday, June 10, 2011

TIME: 8:00 a.m.

PLACE: Chandler Chamber of Commerce,

25 S. Arizona Place, Suite 201

COST: No fee to attend – please join us!

FACTS: Public Policy is open to all members! Remember, the Chandler

Chamber of Commerce is your representative on local, regional, and state issues. We discuss issues that are important to the success of your business.
Guest Speaker: David Shelden from The Cavanagh Law Offices he will be discussing the Pros & Cons on SB 1465 (Consular Identification Cards not accepted as a valid form of ID).

Please register online at www.chandlerchamber.com click on Events, click on Event Description, click on register here and follow registration instructions. More information contact The Chamber (480) 963-4571

Ribbon Cutting - Von Hanson's Meets & Spirits

WHEN: Thursday, June 9, 2011

TIME: Open House from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 5:30

PLACE: Von Hanson's Meats & Spirits, 2390 N. Alma School Rd.

(between Elliott & Warner on west side of the street)

FACTS: 7^th Anniversary - Open House – Ribbon Cutting – Refreshments

www.vonhansons.com

Technology Corner Lunch Seminar Series

Sponsored by the Chandler Chamber Community Foundation

WHEN: Thursday, June 9, 2011

TIME: 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Chandler Chamber of Commerce: 25 S. Arizona Pl. Ste. 201

COST: $5.00 Members…. $10.00 Non-Members – RSVP required –

Seating is limited - Includes a deli style lunch & beverage

TOPIC: “Twitter and Blogging”

Presented by Ryan McCaigue, Strategic Technology Communications

This month as a follow-up to the Linked In social networking presentation I will be presenting a session on the use of Twitter and Blogging. With Twitter you have the potential to reach millions of users instantly. Use it to issue public safety alerts, broadcast real-time news developments, inform constituents, or solicit feedback. It’s free and easy to use.

Please join me as we continue to look into business development and social networking. In addition to Twitter we will be looking at Blogger and other opportunities to get connected for business growth.

To Register: Go to www.chandlerchamber.com

Click on Events

Click on the Event Description

Click on Register Here

Complete the registration information

For information contact Brad Ness at (480) 963-4571 or email brad@chandlerchamber.com

Chandler Small Business Development Workshop

Designed to Assist Small and Minority Businesses

WHEN: Thursday, June 9, 2011

TIME: 7:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.

PLACE: Chandler City Hall (Council Chambers) 88 E. Chicago St.

COST: No Cost to Attend…Please RSVP by Friday, June 3, 2011

FACTS:

7:30 am Registration/Networking/Continental Breakfast

8:00 am Welcome/Introductions

Jay Tibshraeny, Honorable Mayor- City of Chandler

Patty Craig, Vice President/Business Relationship Manager - BBVA Compass

Brad Ness, Director of Member Services - Chandler Chamber of Commerce

8:20 am City of Chandler Update

Christine Mackay, Economic Development Director- City of Chandler

8:30 am Trends in the Economy - U.S. and Arizona

Kathleen Lee, Director, Research & Strategy – Greater Phoenix Economic

Council

9:05 am Where to Get Help Owning & Operating a Business

Jim Pipper, Business Development Specialist – U.S. Small Business

Administration

9:40 am Marketing Your Business for Today and Tomorrow: Creating a

Scalable and Sustainable Marketing Strategy

Lori Marsh, Owner – Brand It Marketing, LLC

10:15 am BREAK

10:30 am How to Use Community Events to Build a Business Reputation

Tyler Hurst, Writer – Gangplank

11:05 am It’s a Jungle Out There: How to Navigate it, Tame it, and Make

Business Fun Again

Joel Strom, Business Consultant, Speaker, Author – Joel Strom

Growth Management

11:50 am Wrap-up/Final Comments

12:00 pm Adjourn

For more information or to register, go to www.chandleraz.gov/ed , then click on Small Business center.

Please RSVP by Friday, June 3, 2011

Food and beverage are not allowed in the city Council Chambers, so please arrive prior to the beginning of the program to enjoy the continental breakfast.

Ribbon Cutting - Patriot Mechanical

WHEN: Wednesday, June 8, 2011

TIME: Open House from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 5:30

PLACE: Patriot Mechanical, 3738 W. Commonwealth Ave., Ste. 9

FACTS: Grand Opening New Offices – Open House - Ribbon Cutting – Refreshments

www.patmechaz.com

Wake Up Chandler

Ambassadors Committee Meeting

Sponsored by The Stadium Club

WHEN: Tuesday, June 7, 2011

TIME: 11:30 to 1:00 PM

PLACE: Stadium Club, 940 N. Alma School Rd.

FACTS: The Ambassadors serve as hosts for the Chamber events. This select

group of individuals is the liaison between the Chamber and the business community. If you have been a member of the Chamber for over three months and are interested in joining please contact… Brad Ness at (480) 963-4571 ext. 205 or email brad@chandlerchamber.com

Chandler Chamber Women's Council

Sponsored by First Credit Union & Chandler Regional Medical Center

WHEN: Tuesday, June 7, 2011

TIME: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m.

PLACE: Chandler Chamber of Commerce, 25 S. Arizona Pl., Ste. 201

COST: No fee to attend – please join us! Door Prizes are welcomed

FACTS “Headaches, Backaches and Office Ergonomics”

Presented by: Nicole K. Boerboom,

Chandler Family Chiropractic & Rehab

· What is a headache?

· Why do we get headaches?

· What are our treatment options and things we can do to prevent

headaches?

Registrations are now being accepted on the Chamber’s web site at www.chandlerchamber.com

Click on Events and select Women’s Council Meeting to register

Friday, May 20, 2011

City of Chandler to Install Electronic Message Signs

May 20, 2011

Contact:

Jim Phipps
Public Information Officer
480-782-2225

City to install large electronic message signs to aid motorists

Chandler, AZ– Two large electronic signs, called Dynamic Message Signs (DMS), will be installed this month on northbound Arizona Ave. and northbound Price Rd. south of the Loop 202 Santan Freeway to alert motorists of traffice conditions along their route.

The signs will provide travel time information for motorists planning to get on the freeway, as well as warn motorists of traffic accidents or freeway congestion so they can choose alternate routes if desired.

The signs will utilize white Light Emitting Diodes (LED) to display the information, to include Amber Alerts and emergency messages, and will link to the City’s Traffic Management Center in downtown Chandler, as well as the Arizona Department of Transportation’s Freeway Management System.

The signs were purchased for $125,200 from Skyline Products of Colorado Springs, Colorado, using federal Congestion Mitigation Air Quality grant funds. They will be installed by C.S. Construction of Phoenix over a three week period beginning the week of May 23.

Help City of Chandler Fight Hunger

Month of May
Food Drive

May 1 – May 31, 2011

More People Need Our Help

This time of year can be very difficult for food banks, and the number of people who need help is at a record high. Food will be distributed to the Mesa United Food Bank, and local Chandler food banks.

A Friendly Competition

Mayor Tibshraeny and the City of Chandler have accepted a friendly challenge from the Town of Gilbert, as we both raise food for the hungry.

The community that donates the most food (by weight) during the month of May will send the losing Mayor & Council T-shirts to wear during an upcoming Council meeting.

Join Chandler in showing the community how much we care.

Most Needed Items Always in Need

Granola Bars

Nutrition Bars

Juice Boxes

Oatmeal

Enriched Pasta

Chicken

Tuna

Chili con Carne

Beef Stew

Canned Fruit

Canned Vegetables

Kidney Beans

Pinto Beans

Refried Beans

Blackeyed Peas

Peanut Butter

Tomatoes

Prunes

Nuts

For more information on public drop off locations visit: www.chandleraz.gov/fooddrive

Tuesday, May 17, 2011

Networking @9

Sponsored by: Your name could be here…contact Brad for sponsorship opportunity…

WHEN: Friday, June 3, 2011

TIIME: 8:45 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

PLACE: Western International University,

55 N. Arizona Place

COST: No cost to attend – but registration is requested

FACTS: Networking @ 9…..

On-Line Registration is Available:

Go to www.chandlerchamber.com

Click on Events

Click on the Event Description

Click on Register Here

Complete the registration information

For information contact Brad Ness at (480) 963-4571 or email to brad@chandlerchamber.com

Technology Steering Committee Meeting

WHEN: Thursday, June 2, 2011

TIME: 12:00 to 1:00 p.m.

PLACE: Chandler Chamber of Commerce,

25 S. Arizona Place, Suite 201

COST: No cost to attend…RSVP please

FACTS: This group will be focusing on the more technical side, for round table discussions and the marketing needs/skills these members may need to develop.

For information contact Brad Ness at (480) 963-4571 or email to brad@chandlerchamber.com

Ribbon Cutting - Majestic Rose

EVERYONE WELCOME!

WHEN: Wednesday, June 1, 2011

TIME: Open House from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.

Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 5:00

PLACE: Majestic Rose, An Assisted Living Care Home, 2461 E. Blue Spruce Lane, Gilbert

FACTS: Grand Opening – Open House - Ribbon Cutting – Refreshments

www.majesticrosecarehome.com

Public Policy Meeting....Issues...Influence...Impact

Sponsored by Air Products and Chandler Regional Medical Center

WHEN: Friday, May 27, 2011

TIME: 8:00 a.m.

PLACE: Chandler Chamber of Commerce,

25 S. Arizona Place, Suite 201

COST: No fee to attend – please join us!

FACTS: Public Policy is open to all members! Remember, the Chandler

Chamber of Commerce is your representative on local, regional, and state issues. We discuss issues that are important to the success of your business.

Guest Speaker: Barbara Fanning, Director, Legislative Advocacy for Arizona Hospital and Healthcare Association

Diversity Committee Meeting

DATE: Tuesday, May 24, 2011

TIME: 12 Noon

PLACE: Chandler Chamber of Commerce,

25 S. Arizona Place

COST: Join us for lunch - No cost to attend –RSVP required

F ACTS: Their Mission – Build a culture of awareness and appreciation for diversity in Chandler’s business community, by increasing communication and creating opportunities to achieve business success.

Our Speaker this month is Lillian Coury, PCC, CIC

Topic: Restyle Your Winning Workstyle: 5 Steps to Amplify Your Impact,

Influence & Income!

- for the best and brightest business professionals who want to work smarter, live better, enhance productivity and make a difference through their work

Are you tired of the stress and frustration that keeps you from being as effective as you’d like? Would you like to do more of the work you love and less of all the stuff that distracts you and demands your attention? Join Lillian Coury and learn how to design your own authentic workstyle to get clear on what you want, influence outcomes so you get what you want, and build the relationships that ensure your success and creates value for everyone!

In this action packed session you’ll learn:

ü Why workstyle is so important -- you spend most of your time at work – make that time work for you!

ü The secret formula for feeling fulfilled at work – it’s so simple, you won’t

believe it!

ü The #1 thing you need for success – without it, you won’t get very far.

ü The 5 steps to designing your own winning workstyle.

It’s up to each one of us to design our workstyle so our workplace is as effective, supportive, fulfilling and profitable for everyone who works there, including us! Business drives the economy, and we’re the ones conducting business, so it’s up to us to work smarter, live better, and change the way we work so we can impact our world! Everything counts…and it’s up to you!

Registrations are now being accepted on the Chamber’s web site at www.chandlerchamber.com

Click on the Calendar of Events and select Business Diversity Meeting to register

For more information contact Brad Ness at (480) 963-4571 or brad@chandlerchamber.com