http://stage.gilbertaz.com.php5-16.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/news/ en sarah@gilbertchamber.com Copyright 2013 2013-05-21T06:00:40+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/center_for_the_future_of_arizona_to_present_at_chambers_economic_forecast_l http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/center_for_the_future_of_arizona_to_present_at_chambers_economic_forecast_l#When:21:22:46Z GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will hold an Economic Forecast Luncheon on March 27th featuring strategic planning and marketing consultant Pat Beaty of the Center for the Future of Arizona as she presents The Arizona We Want 2.0. General, 2013-03-13T21:22:46+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_tempe_chambers_present_group_travel_trip_to_vietnam_cambodia http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_tempe_chambers_present_group_travel_trip_to_vietnam_cambodia#When:06:00:40Z GILBERT – The Gilbert and Tempe Chambers of Commerce have partnered with Chamber Explorations to present Discover Vietnam and Cambodia, an eight-day inclusive group travel opportunity featuring tours of Siem Reap, Ho Chi Minh City/Saigon and Hanoi. General, 2013-05-21T06:00:40+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_film_maker_awarded_two_bronze_telly_awards http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_film_maker_awarded_two_bronze_telly_awards#When:17:49:02Z Anthony Miles of Gilbert-based 4th Wall Productions, LLC has been awarded two bronze Telly Awards for his work on video production projects on behalf of the Shop Gilbert campaign and the Gilbert Chamber’s executive housing initiative. Executive Housing, General, 2013-05-14T17:49:02+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/san_tan_ford_gilbert_chamber_to_host_drive_it_home_family_night_celebration http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/san_tan_ford_gilbert_chamber_to_host_drive_it_home_family_night_celebration#When:14:09:02Z San Tan Ford will close out Drive It Home Month with a family celebration including samples from local restaurants, entertainment for the kids, and a drawing for a pair of Arizona Cardinals season tickets. General, 2013-04-26T14:09:02+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chambers_small_business_growth_conference_expo_to_be_held_at_chandler_gilbe http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chambers_small_business_growth_conference_expo_to_be_held_at_chandler_gilbe#When:20:20:45Z The Gilbert Chamber’s Small Business Council will present the 2013 Small Business Conference and Expo at Chandler-Gilbert Community College on Friday, May 3rd and will feature dynamic speakers and local exhibitors at the half-day event. General, 2013-04-22T20:20:45+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_informational_events_for_alumni_prospective_stud http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_informational_events_for_alumni_prospective_stud#When:18:49:40Z Gilbert Leadership will host opportunities for prospective students and alumni to come together and learn more about the program, including existing opportunities for leadership within the Town of Gilbert and how individuals can apply for Gilbert Leadership Class XXII. General, 2013-04-22T18:49:40+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/limited_space_remains_for_annual_scholars_golf_tournament http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/limited_space_remains_for_annual_scholars_golf_tournament#When:21:08:38Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce announces only 12 entries remain unfilled for participation in the Fourth Annual Scholars Golf Tournament to be held on May 9th at the 18-hole Seville Golf and Country Club in Gilbert. General, 2013-04-18T21:08:38+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_announces_third_quarter_referral_numbers http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_announces_third_quarter_referral_numbers#When:19:25:58Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce reports more than $520,000 in closed business between Chamber members during the organization’s third quarter and more than $2.2 million in closed business year-to-date. General, 2013-04-16T19:25:58+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/mountain_vista_medical_center_first_in_the_east_valley_to_offer_makoplasty http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/mountain_vista_medical_center_first_in_the_east_valley_to_offer_makoplasty#When:20:18:10Z Sandra Loper, 49, a former athlete from Gilbert, Ariz., was enjoying a leisurely walk at a racetrack when she heard a popping sound in her knee. Loper went about her daily activities, thinking the pain would eventually subside. General, 2013-04-03T20:18:10+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_class_xxi_turns_blank_canvas_into_art_plaza_during_commu http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_class_xxi_turns_blank_canvas_into_art_plaza_during_commu#When:17:41:47Z Twenty-seven caring community leaders will leave a mark of inspiration by transforming an empty wall and vacant lot into a work of progress so the local community has a place to interact General, 2013-04-02T17:41:47+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/congressman_matt_salmon_to_address_business_leaders_at_chamber_breakfast http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/congressman_matt_salmon_to_address_business_leaders_at_chamber_breakfast#When:23:33:16Z GILBERT – United States Congressman Matt Salmon, representing the 5th District of Arizona, will address business leaders next week at a breakfast hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by SRP. General, 2013-03-26T23:33:16+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/community_called_to_participate_in_shop_gilbert_photo_contest http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/community_called_to_participate_in_shop_gilbert_photo_contest#When:23:20:57Z GILBERT – Shop Gilbert announced today the launch of three community-wide photo contests during the month of April 2013 with more than $900 in prizes for contest winners, sponsored by San Tan Ford. General, 2013-03-26T23:20:57+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/san_tan_ford_chamber_to_partner_for_drive_it_home_month http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/san_tan_ford_chamber_to_partner_for_drive_it_home_month#When:20:15:45Z GILBERT – San Tan Ford and the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce have partnered to name April 2013 as Drive It Home Month – a campaign to remind Gilbert residents about the importance of shopping locally and keeping tax dollars in our community. General, 2013-03-21T20:15:45+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/shop_gilbert_video_calls_attention_to_towns_medical_industry http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/shop_gilbert_video_calls_attention_to_towns_medical_industry#When:17:48:04Z The town’s Shop Gilbert taskforce announced today the release of the third video in a series to remind residents of the opportunities for seeking medical facilities, products and services within the Town of Gilbert. General, 2013-03-19T17:48:04+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_class_xxi_selects_artist_for_heritage_district_mural http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_class_xxi_selects_artist_for_heritage_district_mural#When:22:55:54Z Participants of Gilbert Leadership Class XXI announced that it has selected seasoned artist and Gilbert Visual Art League member, Mary Opat, to craft a mural design that will help the class bring art to the downtown Gilbert area while preserving the Town of Gilbert’s rich history around trains, agriculture and our veterans as well as noting many landmarks via the Heritage District History Walk including the water tower and old depot.  General, 2013-03-11T22:55:54+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_partners_with_chick_fil_a_to_bring_leadercast_to_gilbert http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_partners_with_chick_fil_a_to_bring_leadercast_to_gilbert#When:20:24:43Z Gilbert Leadership has again partnered with Chick-fil-A to bring to Gilbert the 2013 Chick-fil-A Leadercast® - a one-day leadership event broadcast live from Atlanta, GA and simulcast into communities around the world. This year’s speakers will include: General, 2013-03-06T20:24:43+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_san_tan_ford_present_fourth_annual_scholars_golf_tournament http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_san_tan_ford_present_fourth_annual_scholars_golf_tournament#When:16:42:34Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has partnered with San Tan Ford to present the Fourth Annual Scholars Golf Tournament and will donate partial proceeds to fund scholarships for local high school seniors. Last year, the Chamber awarded $4,000 in scholarships to students participating in the Scholars Program in the Gilbert Public Schools and Higley Unified School Districts. General, 2013-03-06T16:42:34+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/new_art_mural_and_open_space_improvement_to_document_towns_history http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/new_art_mural_and_open_space_improvement_to_document_towns_history#When:15:59:59Z Participants of Gilbert Leadership Class XXI will document Gilbert’s history and key sites of interest by collaborating with a local artist to paint a mural on the south-facing wall of the American Legion Merrill Mitchell Post 39 building, located in the Town’s Heritage District. The class also has plans for an open space improvement ("pocket park") on the vacant land immediately south of the American Legion Post 39.  Both projects will be complete in April 2013 as part of the class' community project. General, 2013-02-15T15:59:59+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/greater_phoenix_gilbert_chambers_partner_to_boost_business http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/greater_phoenix_gilbert_chambers_partner_to_boost_business#When:18:42:14Z The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) and the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce have forged a new partnership that will bring the GPCC's government procurement program, BidSource, to Gilbert Chamber members. General, 2013-02-12T18:42:14+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_brings_back_discover_cuba_travel_opportunity http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_brings_back_discover_cuba_travel_opportunity#When:20:22:48Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has again partnered with Chamber Explorations to present Discover Cuba, a nine-day group travel opportunity offering two departure dates, and will host an informational meeting this month for more travel information. General, 2013-02-05T20:22:48+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/mayor_lewis_to_deliver_annual_address_at_chamber_luncheon http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/mayor_lewis_to_deliver_annual_address_at_chamber_luncheon#When:21:13:46Z Mayor John Lewis will deliver an annual address to the business community at a luncheon event on Thursday, February 7th, hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. General, 2013-01-31T21:13:46+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_names_adelaida_severson_of_bushtex_inc._as_2012_business_wo http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_names_adelaida_severson_of_bushtex_inc._as_2012_business_wo#When:17:58:51Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce named Dr. Adelaida Severson, owner and CEO of Gilbert-based Bushtex, Inc., as the 2012 Business Woman of the Year at an award ceremony and luncheon on January 23rd. General, 2013-01-24T17:58:51+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/expo_to_assist_businesses_in_procurement_process http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/expo_to_assist_businesses_in_procurement_process#When:17:26:09Z Area businesses are invited to learn how to provide their products and services to local school districts, colleges, municipalities, the state and other large corporations at the Gilbert Chamber’s Small Business Procurement Expo on Wednesday, January 30th. General, 2013-01-16T17:26:09+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_urges_town_council_to_initiate_a_formal_shop_local_policy_for_town http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_urges_town_council_to_initiate_a_formal_shop_local_policy_for_town#When:21:21:50Z A recent article appearing in the Arizona Republic addressed neighboring cities’ efforts to procure goods and services from businesses located within their communities. That article reminded me of previous dialog with the Town’s Council and staff to implement similar efforts and that it was decided it was appropriate to wait to institute a more formal local purchasing policy until the purchasing administrator was hired. The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce would like to request that the Town Council initiate the process to establish a formal policy that will provide Gilbert businesses greater opportunities to transact business with the Town. Initial recommendations that we believe should be considered are as follows: General, 2013-01-15T21:21:50+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chambers_mid_year_closed_business_report_exceeds_last_fiscal_year http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chambers_mid_year_closed_business_report_exceeds_last_fiscal_year#When:22:58:38Z GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce announced a record-breaking report of more than $997,000 in closed business between Chamber members during the organization’s second quarter and more than $1.6 million in closed business year-to-date.GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce announced a record-breaking report of more than $997,000 in closed business between Chamber members during the organization’s second quarter and more than $1.6 million in closed business year-to-date. General, 2013-01-14T22:58:38+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_infusionsoft_to_host_small_business_growth_workshop http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_infusionsoft_to_host_small_business_growth_workshop#When:21:56:46Z Experts to Share Tools, Tips for Increasing Sales With Strategic Social Media Strategies GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Infusionsoft to present a workshop for small businesses on Friday, December 14th and will share tips to incorporating social media throughout the entire sales process. “At Infusionsoft, we teach business owners how to use social media early in the sales cycle and how to sell using a relationship- and benefits-based methodology,” said Eric Keosky-Smith, a Small Business Growth Expert and Arizona Regional Development Director for Infusionsoft. “Building an online relationship with your customers and prospects can significantly and immediately impact your bottom line.” The Small Business Growth Workshop will be held on Friday, December 14th from 10:30 a.m. to Noon at Chandler-Gilbert Community College, 2626 E. Pecos Road, in Chandler. Chamber member admission is $10; non-member admission is $20. To register or for additional information, visit the Chamber’s website at gilbertaz.com or contact the Chamber by phone at (480) 892-0056. This event is sponsored by Infusionsoft with additional support by Wells Fargo Bank, and the East Valley Tribune. The workshop will include an interactive networking exercise, presented by John’s Refrigeration.  2012-12-06T21:56:46+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/new_shop_local_video_highlights_gilbert_based_products_and_services http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/new_shop_local_video_highlights_gilbert_based_products_and_services#When:20:06:50Z The town’s Shop Gilbert task force announced today the release of the second video in a series to remind residents of the opportunities for contracting service providers or purchasing goods made in the Town of Gilbert. 2012-12-04T20:06:50+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/district_12_representatives_to_address_business_leaders_at_chamber_breakfas http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/district_12_representatives_to_address_business_leaders_at_chamber_breakfas#When:22:17:28Z Senator Andy Biggs, Representative Eddie Farnsworth, and Representative-Elect Warren Petersen of Arizona Legislative District 12, will address business leaders next week at a breakfast hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by SRP. “It is important for local businesses to feel connected to and stay in contact with government leaders,” said Kathy Tilque, president and CEO of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. “We invite our District 12 legislators to a roundtable every year to allow for a positive exchange that is focused on the issues that are of priority to our business community.” 2012-11-27T22:17:28+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilberts_executive_housing_taskforce_releases_marketing_video http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilberts_executive_housing_taskforce_releases_marketing_video#When:17:47:58Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce released last week a marketing video featuring the executive lifestyle amenities found within Gilbert and will share this video with key industry professionals as they seek placement for executives. The Gilbert Chamber and the Town of Gilbert partnered with members of the business community to create a taskforce to first identify Gilbert’s executive lifestyle amenities and then to develop a strategic plan for sharing the highlights of the community with others. The taskforce saw an immediate need to reach out to human resource and relocation specialists, as well as executive search firms and luxury real estate agents. As a result, the group developed messaging and produced a video to allow such professionals to share the message with their clientele. General, 2012-11-15T17:47:58+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_sponsors_fifth_annual_adopt_a_senior_program http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_sponsors_fifth_annual_adopt_a_senior_program#When:02:09:40Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will organize the fifth annual Adopt A Senior program this holiday season to benefit Gilbert’s low-income senior citizens as well as homebound seniors and disabled Gilbert residents, in partnership with the Gilbert Senior Center. The Chamber will collect holiday wish lists from Gilbert’s homebound residents who participate in the ‘Meals on Wheels’ home meal delivery program. Lists will also be collected from Gilbert seniors living in low-income housing. 2012-10-31T02:09:40+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/infusionsoft_sams_club_partner_with_chamber_for_small_business_conference_e http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/infusionsoft_sams_club_partner_with_chamber_for_small_business_conference_e#When:02:07:46Z GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber’s Small Business Council will present the 2012 Small Business Conference and Expo at Chandler-Gilbert Community College on Friday, November 9th and will feature dynamic speakers and local exhibitors at the half-day event. “We are excited to partner with industry leaders and business professionals for this special event,” said Adrianne Lynch, Economic Development Director for the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber partnered with several sponsors, including Infusionsoft and Sam’s Club, to present this special event. 2012-10-31T02:07:46+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_supports_higley_unified_school_districts_ballot_issues1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_supports_higley_unified_school_districts_ballot_issues1#When:02:06:17Z The Chamber’s Public Policy committee and Board of Directors voted to support the three issues before the Higley School District’s voters: Education is the cornerstone of our community, economic development, and future. Even so, prudent use of tax dollars is important and should be paired with academic achievement for our students. The Chamber believes Higley has done that. 2012-10-31T02:06:17+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_supports_higley_unified_school_districts_ballot_issues http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_supports_higley_unified_school_districts_ballot_issues#When:02:06:08Z The Chamber’s Public Policy committee and Board of Directors voted to support the three issues before the Higley School District’s voters: Education is the cornerstone of our community, economic development, and future. Even so, prudent use of tax dollars is important and should be paired with academic achievement for our students. The Chamber believes Higley has done that. 2012-10-31T02:06:08+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_supports_2012_gilbert_public_schools_override http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_supports_2012_gilbert_public_schools_override#When:02:05:40Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Public Policy committee and Board of Directors officially voted to support the Gilbert Public Schools 2012 Override. The Chamber is confident Gilbert Public Schools is proactively reducing expenses as clearly demonstrated by the Auditor General’s report. They have been good stewards with the tax payers’ money through successful financial strategies to pay down bonds quickly and keeping administrative costs low. 2012-10-31T02:05:40+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_sponsors_fifth_annual_adopt_a_senior_program1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_sponsors_fifth_annual_adopt_a_senior_program1#When:23:03:12Z Help Needed To Fulfill Wish Lists of Low-Income, Homebound Seniors GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will organize the fifth annual Adopt A Senior program this holiday season to benefit Gilbert’s low-income senior citizens as well as homebound seniors and disabled Gilbert residents, in partnership with the Gilbert Senior Center. The Chamber will collect holiday wish lists from Gilbert’s homebound residents who participate in the ‘Meals on Wheels’ home meal delivery program. Lists will also be collected from Gilbert seniors living in low-income housing.  2012-10-30T23:03:12+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/infusionsoft_sams_club_partner_with_chamber_for_small_business_confere http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/infusionsoft_sams_club_partner_with_chamber_for_small_business_confere#When:23:13:20Z Half-Day Event to Feature Local Business Leaders, Products and Services GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber’s Small Business Council will present the 2012 Small Business Conference and Expo at Chandler-Gilbert Community College on Friday, November 9th and will feature dynamic speakers and local exhibitors at the half-day event. “We are excited to partner with industry leaders and business professionals for this special event,” said Adrianne Lynch, Economic Development Director for the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber partnered with several sponsors, including Infusionsoft and Sam’s Club, to present this special event.  2012-10-24T23:13:20+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chambers_quarterly_closed_business_report_exceeds_half_million_doll http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chambers_quarterly_closed_business_report_exceeds_half_million_doll#When:23:12:24Z Referral Team Members See Benefit in Chamber’s Referral Culture GILBERT – Members of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce’s referral teams reported more than $689,000 in closed business during the first quarter of the organization’s fiscal year. This report follows a previous fiscal year report of more than $1.4 million in closed business between July 2011 and June 2012. The closed business figures are reported on a weekly basis by participants in the Chamber’s five referral teams – industry exclusive groups representing 134 local businesses who work to build strategic partnerships with one another and understand the products and services provided by each member of the group. 2012-10-18T23:12:24+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/east_valley_businesses_chambers_join_forces_for_local_expo http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/east_valley_businesses_chambers_join_forces_for_local_expo#When:23:01:06Z September 13, 2012 GILBERT – The 2012 East Valley Business Expo will bring together businesses from four communities to feature their products and services at what is expected to be the largest business-to-business and networking event of the year. Organized by the Gilbert, Chandler, Mesa, and Tempe Chambers of Commerce, the East Valley Business Expo will be held on Wednesday, October 3rd from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Mesa Convention Center, 201 N. Center St., in Mesa. Admission is free and attendees will be entered to win gift cards, door prizes, and exhibitor/sponsor giveaways. Local restaurants will also be on site to provide samples of their most popular menu items. 2012-09-13T23:01:06+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_infusionsoft_to_host_first_workshop_in_series http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_infusionsoft_to_host_first_workshop_in_series#When:23:10:19Z GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has teamed up with Infusionsoft to present a series of workshops and conferences that will share real-world strategies for the growth and further development specific to the challenges of small businesses. “The Chamber’s Small Business Council wanted to develop a program that went beyond how to start a business and instead focuses on taking a small business to the next level,” said Adrianne Lynch, economic development director for the Gilbert Chamber. “Infusionsoft specializes in the success of small businesses. By partnering with them and other members, we are able to share proven strategies for success.” The first of four workshops will be held on Friday, September 14th from 10:30 a.m. to Noon at Chandler-Gilbert Community College, 2626 E. Pecos Road in Chandler. Chamber member admission is $10 and general admission is $20.   2012-09-10T23:10:19+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_seeking_sponsors http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_seeking_sponsors#When:22:59:53Z August 6, 2012 (Gilbert, AZ) – Gilbert Leadership, a program of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, is currently seeking sponsors for the 2012-2013 fiscal year. Sponsors provide the support needed to develop Gilbert’s present and future leaders through the Gilbert Leadership program. Potential sponsors can choose from 3 levels: Platinum, Gold, and Silver. A few benefits include the sponsor’s logo and link posted on Gilbert Leadership’s website, logo on all issue day agendas, and special recognition at the graduation ceremony. Gilbert Leadership is also looking for potential sponsors for its annual Leadercast event. A new level of sponsorship has been announced exclusively for Gilbert Leadership Alumni at a cost of $75. Benefits include support of upcoming programs and future classes, free guest admission to Alumni socials, a discount to Leadercast, and recognition on Gilbert Leadership’s Alumni page on the website. 2012-08-06T22:59:53+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_seeking_nominations_for_community_awards http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_seeking_nominations_for_community_awards#When:23:08:51Z Annual Event Honors Outstanding Businesses and Community Members GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations of outstanding businesses and community leaders for recognition at the Seventeenth Annual Gilbert Community Excellence Awards, a dinner and award ceremony to be held on Friday, November 2nd. Sponsored by APS, the Gilbert Community Excellence Awards is a collaborative event in partnership with Gilbert Public Schools, Higley Unified School District, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, the Town of Gilbert, the Gilbert Republic, and the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. 2012-08-02T23:08:51+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/local_businesses_referred_1.4_million_dollars_in_closed_business_last_year http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/local_businesses_referred_1.4_million_dollars_in_closed_business_last_year#When:23:05:43Z Gilbert Chamber’s Referral Teams Actively Build, Support Partner Businesses GILBERT – Members of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce’s referral teams closed more than $1,488,000 in business since July 2011 as a result of member-to-member referrals, with $658,000 closed in the last quarter of reporting. The closed business figures were reported on a weekly basis by participants in the Chamber’s five referral teams – industry exclusive groups representing 160 local businesses who work to build strategic partnerships with one another and understand the products and services provided by each member of the group. 2012-07-18T23:05:43+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_holds_annual_health_summit http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_holds_annual_health_summit#When:02:20:35Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has again partnered with Banner Gateway Medical Center to host the fifth annual community health summit, an event featuring health-oriented booths and interactive screenings with attention to body, mind and spirit.   2011-02-01T02:20:35+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_endorses_town_council_candidates_for_election http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_endorses_town_council_candidates_for_election#When:20:33:46Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce announced today the endorsement of Gilbert Town Council candidates in an effort to educate its membership and the business community about those candidates who will best be a friend of business while in office. 2011-01-28T20:33:46+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_vips_wait_on_business_leaders_at_chambers_annual_event http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_vips_wait_on_business_leaders_at_chambers_annual_event#When:22:49:35Z Gilbert business leaders will gather for a festive night of dinner and live entertainment featuring a Dean Martin impersonator on February 3rd at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce’s 11th Annual Celebrity Waiter Dinner, sponsored by Southwest Ambulance. 2011-01-24T22:49:35+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_offers_program_for_small_businesses http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_offers_program_for_small_businesses#When:22:44:02Z Registration for the ten-week entrepreneurial education Front Runner program, a series offered to Gilbert and small-business owners through a partnership between the Town of Gilbert and the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. 2011-01-24T22:44:02+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_luncheon_presents_woman_of_the_year http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_luncheon_presents_woman_of_the_year#When:21:16:21Z Women in business will come together to honor the Gilbert Chamber’s 2011 Gilbert Business Woman of the Year Award, and hear from guest speaker Deborah Bateman, executive vice president of specialty banking and marketing for National Bank of Arizona.   2011-01-20T21:16:21+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events13 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events13#When:21:22:15Z Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events February Events 2011-01-14T21:22:15+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_workshop_features_referral_strategist http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_workshop_features_referral_strategist#When:02:56:22Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will again feature business referral strategist Victoria Trafton as she presents Referral Institute, a series to help businesses significantly increase their referrals and change their networking model. 2011-01-14T02:56:22+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/engage._connect._advance..._your_business_online http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/engage._connect._advance..._your_business_online#When:14:35:06Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will host a social media event to announce the complete renovation of its website, gilbertaz.com, with upgraded features including Chamber and community videos and an avatar to answer frequently asked questions. 2011-01-07T14:35:06+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_srp_host_gilbert_town_council_candidate_forum http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_srp_host_gilbert_town_council_candidate_forum#When:22:26:10Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will hold a Gilbert Town Council Candidate Forum on Wednesday, January 12th to allow Chamber members and the community to hear from candidates as part of the organization’s endorsement selection process. 2011-01-05T22:26:10+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/editorial_by_kathy_tilque_president_and_ceo_of_the_gilbert_chamber_of_comme http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/editorial_by_kathy_tilque_president_and_ceo_of_the_gilbert_chamber_of_comme#When:05:37:13Z I can’t say whether it is the sign of a changing economy or just an example of our great community – or a little of both – but I can tell you that I am amazed at the outpouring of generosity I have witnessed in support of our Adopt-A-Senior program and Gilbert Boys & Girls Club Benefit.   2010-12-23T05:37:13+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events12 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events12#When:22:46:46Z Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events January and February 2011 Events For additional information or registration, visit www.gilbertaz.com 2010-12-20T22:46:46+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/registration_now_open_for_gilbert_small_business_program2 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/registration_now_open_for_gilbert_small_business_program2#When:00:20:15Z Registration has begun for the ten-week entrepreneurial education Front Runner program, a series offered to Gilbert and small-business owners through a partnership between the Town of Gilbert and the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. 2010-12-14T00:20:15+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/raffle_networking_event_to_raise_money_for_boys_and_girls_club http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/raffle_networking_event_to_raise_money_for_boys_and_girls_club#When:21:11:43Z Local businesses and members of the community will come together this month for A Chance To Give, a unique networking event organized by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce to benefit youth needing assistance with tuition for programs at the Gilbert Boys & Girls Club. 2010-12-13T21:11:43+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/mentoring_program_matches_profesionals_with_experts http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/mentoring_program_matches_profesionals_with_experts#When:17:29:46Z Business professionals looking for one-on-one guidance and advice can find trusted mentors through the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce’s mentoring program whereby members are matched for a six-month term to identify, develop and implement a plan of action. 2010-11-30T17:29:46+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/december_and_january_upcoming_events http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/december_and_january_upcoming_events#When:20:08:07Z Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events for December 2010 and January 2010. For additional information or registration, visit http://www.gilbertaz.com 2010-11-23T20:08:07+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/raffle_event_to_raise_money_for_boys_girls_club http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/raffle_event_to_raise_money_for_boys_girls_club#When:20:29:53Z The community will come together this month for A Chance To Give, a networking fundraiser organized by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce to benefit youth needing assistance with tuition for programs at the Gilbert Boys & Girls Club. 2010-11-22T20:29:53+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/buisness_video_campaign_to_encourage_local_shopping http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/buisness_video_campaign_to_encourage_local_shopping#When:22:34:33Z Shop Gilbert, a partnership between the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, the Gilbert Republic, and the Town of Gilbert, has launched a new opportunity for Gilbert businesses to highlight their products and services while also spreading the word about the benefits of shopping locally. 2010-11-12T22:34:33+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_luncheon_to_feature_fresh_start_womens_foundation http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_luncheon_to_feature_fresh_start_womens_foundation#When:19:07:26Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will host a luncheon featuring the non-profit Fresh Start Women’s Foundation as guest speakers present the organization’s mission and past participants share their struggles and successes on October 26th.   General, 2010-10-14T19:07:26+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_free_hazardous_materials_safety_seminar http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_free_hazardous_materials_safety_seminar#When:23:14:49Z Gilbert Chamber, Town, SCF Arizona Partner to Encourage Workplace Safety 2010-10-12T23:14:49+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_looking_for_members_to_serve_as_mentors http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_looking_for_members_to_serve_as_mentors#When:05:13:36Z New Mentoring Program to Offer Expertise, Advice to Other Businesses 2010-10-07T05:13:36+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/east_valley_business_expo_to_feature_local_products_services1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/east_valley_business_expo_to_feature_local_products_services1#When:05:13:17Z The 2010 East Valley Business Expo will feature the products and services of local businesses and is expected to be the largest networking and business-to-business event of the year with more than 1,200 attendees and 130 exhibitors. 2010-09-30T05:13:17+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_names_class_xix_members http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_names_class_xix_members#When:19:16:07Z GILBERT – Gilbert Leadership, a program of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, has named the 25 members of Class XIX. The class represents a mix of corporate professionals and small business owners who work in such areas as health care, education, insurance and renewable energy. 2010-09-27T19:16:07+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_community_shred-a-thon2 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_community_shred-a-thon2#When:18:26:29Z Community members are invited to shred their documents in an effort to prevent identity theft at a Shred-A-Thon hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and TNT Shredding on Saturday, October 2nd. 2010-09-22T18:26:29+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_mayor_officials_to_speed_network_with_local_businesses http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_mayor_officials_to_speed_network_with_local_businesses#When:22:12:30Z Businesses to Meet Town’s ‘Who’s Who’ at Chamber Luncheon 2010-09-21T22:12:30+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events11 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events11#When:19:28:52Z October 2010 Events 2010-09-16T19:28:52+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_businesses_find_referrals_success_in_leads_clubs1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_businesses_find_referrals_success_in_leads_clubs1#When:08:26:46Z Chamber Launches Fourth Weekly Leads Group 2010-09-15T08:26:46+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_seeks_business_woman_of_the_year_nominations http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_seeks_business_woman_of_the_year_nominations#When:01:40:00Z First Annual Award Ceremony to Focus on Women Leaders in Gilbert 2010-09-09T01:40:00+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/spain_travel_opportunity_to_benefit_gilbert_chamber http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/spain_travel_opportunity_to_benefit_gilbert_chamber#When:23:00:29Z Informational Meeting will Present Itinerary, Trip Details to Community 2010-09-02T23:00:29+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/cardinals_players_cheerleaders_to_make_appearance_at_chamber_mixer http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/cardinals_players_cheerleaders_to_make_appearance_at_chamber_mixer#When:23:23:01Z San Tan Ford to Host Event Featuring Live Music, Door Prizes and More 2010-09-01T23:23:01+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/registration_now_open_for_gilbert_small_business_program1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/registration_now_open_for_gilbert_small_business_program1#When:01:09:28Z Front Runner Program Will Focus on Assessing, Improving Your Business 2010-08-26T01:09:28+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events10 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events10#When:06:51:04Z September 2010 Events 2010-08-19T06:51:04+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/expert_panel_to_weigh_in_on_healthcare_reform http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/expert_panel_to_weigh_in_on_healthcare_reform#When:06:07:41Z Panel to Discuss Potential Changes to, Impact on Businesses 2010-08-13T06:07:41+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_luncheon_to_feature_governor_jan_brewer http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_luncheon_to_feature_governor_jan_brewer#When:05:05:12Z Governor to Share Plan for Arizona’s Comeback 2010-08-06T05:05:12+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_endorses_pro-business_candidates_for_district_22_races http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_endorses_pro-business_candidates_for_district_22_races#When:17:04:37Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce announced today the endorsement of District 22 candidates in an effort to educate its membership and the business community about those candidates who will best be a friend of business while in office. 2010-07-28T17:04:37+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events9 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events9#When:04:11:05Z August 2010 Events 2010-07-16T04:11:05+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_hold_womens_expo_this_month http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_hold_womens_expo_this_month#When:03:02:36Z Event will feature local businesses, guest speaker 2010-07-14T03:02:36+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_brings_referral_institute_to_members http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_brings_referral_institute_to_members#When:04:00:02Z Referral Strategist Teaches Relationship Networking to Increase Referrals 2010-07-08T04:00:02+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_celebrates_graduates_of_class_xviii http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_celebrates_graduates_of_class_xviii#When:19:57:31Z Gilbert Leadership celebrated the graduation of Class XVIII last month at Val Vista Lakes Club House, an event featuring guest speaker Chief Tim Dorn and special guests Mayor John Lewis, Vice Mayor Linda Abbott, and town council members John Sentz and Les Presmyk. 2010-06-25T19:57:31+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/senator_mccain_to_visit_local_businesses_at_chamber_event http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/senator_mccain_to_visit_local_businesses_at_chamber_event#When:20:56:06Z McCain to Address Platform Issues, Take Questions from Audience 2010-06-24T20:56:06+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events8 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events8#When:03:31:17Z July 2010 Events 2010-06-24T03:31:17+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_srp_host_district_22_candidate_forum http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_srp_host_district_22_candidate_forum#When:04:11:05Z Responses Will Be Considered in Endorsement Process 2010-06-23T04:11:05+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_expands_business_counseling_hours http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_expands_business_counseling_hours#When:05:04:45Z Free Service Provided by SCORE Volunteers 2010-05-27T05:04:45+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_community_shred-a-thon1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_community_shred-a-thon1#When:01:05:17Z Community members are invited to shred their documents in an effort to prevent identity theft on Saturday, June 5th at a Shred-A-Thon, hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and TNT Shredding. 2010-05-25T01:05:17+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_looking_for_class_xix_participants http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_looking_for_class_xix_participants#When:19:30:10Z Applications Due by End of Month, Interviews Begin in July 2010-05-20T19:30:10+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events7 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events7#When:18:21:23Z June 2010 Events 2010-05-13T18:21:23+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/financial_writer_to_share_immediate_money-saving_tips http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/financial_writer_to_share_immediate_money-saving_tips#When:16:39:34Z Chamber Hosts Speaker at Upcoming Workshop 2010-05-12T16:39:34+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/outstanding_local_businesses_to_be_recognized_at_luncheon http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/outstanding_local_businesses_to_be_recognized_at_luncheon#When:00:46:06Z Chamber Presents Awards to Large, Small Businesses and Other Community Leaders 2010-05-11T00:46:06+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_award_scholarships_to_local_students http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_award_scholarships_to_local_students#When:17:44:52Z Applications Are Being Accepted from Higley, Gilbert Seniors 2010-05-06T17:44:52+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/secretary_bennett_brings_interactive_budget_talk_to_gilbert http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/secretary_bennett_brings_interactive_budget_talk_to_gilbert#When:20:01:30Z Gilbert Chamber Hosts Budget Luncheon for Members, Residents 2010-05-05T20:01:30+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_businesses_find_referrals_success_in_leads_clubs http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_businesses_find_referrals_success_in_leads_clubs#When:21:00:15Z Chamber Launches Third Weekly Leads Group 2010-05-04T21:00:15+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_organizes_group_tour_of_ireland http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_organizes_group_tour_of_ireland#When:01:10:55Z Community Invited to Informational Meeting, Group Travel Excursion 2010-04-28T01:10:55+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/local_business_community_to_tee_up_for_scholarship_funds http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/local_business_community_to_tee_up_for_scholarship_funds#When:19:04:18Z Chamber’s Golf Tournament will benefit Gilbert, Higley Students 2010-04-23T19:04:18+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_may_events http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_may_events#When:20:00:10Z May 2010 Events 2010-04-22T20:00:10+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_quickbooks_workshop_for_small_business http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_quickbooks_workshop_for_small_business#When:19:56:12Z Program to Review the Basics of Intuit’s Accounting Program 2010-04-21T19:56:12+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_supports_local_state_sales_tax_increases http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_supports_local_state_sales_tax_increases#When:20:11:33Z Promises to Continue Pressure to Find Further Efficiencies 2010-04-20T20:11:33+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/microsoft_to_present_windows_7_to_local_businesses http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/microsoft_to_present_windows_7_to_local_businesses#When:16:55:08Z Live Demo, Giveaways to Chamber’s Upcoming Luncheon 2010-04-18T16:55:08+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_meet_and_greet_alumni_social http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_meet_and_greet_alumni_social#When:21:35:10Z Past Classmates, Future Leaders Invited to Attend Program’s Event 2010-04-13T21:35:10+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/community_health_fair_to_proved_free_screenings http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/community_health_fair_to_proved_free_screenings#When:20:09:31Z Gilbert Event to Focus on Mind, Body, Spirit 2010-03-23T20:09:31+00:00