http://stage.gilbertaz.com.php5-16.dfw1-1.websitetestlink.com/news/ en adrianne@gilbertchamber.com Copyright 2012 2012-05-16T22:44:52+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_economic_forecast_luncheon http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_economic_forecast_luncheon#When:22:44:52Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will feature keynote speaker Brian Sherman of Arizona Commerce Authority (ACA) May 23rd at their annual Economic Forecast Luncheon and will provide an overview of the Partners in Progress business retention program. 2012-05-16T22:44:52+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/media_to_share_with_businesses_advice_for_promotional_success http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/media_to_share_with_businesses_advice_for_promotional_success#When:16:50:54Z Local Publication Representatives, Social Media Expert to Serve on Panel GILBERT – Representatives of local media will participate in a panel discussion next week to share with Gilbert businesses some helpful tips to building media relationships, announcing and promoting events, products and services, and finding additional opportunities for promotion. 2012-05-04T16:50:54+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/world_renowned_leaders_to_speak_at_telecast1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/world_renowned_leaders_to_speak_at_telecast1#When:19:06:58Z Gilbert, AZ— Interested in attending an unforgettable day of inspiration, learning, networking and more? Join Gilbert Leadership for the Chick-fil-A Leadercast at Sun Valley Community Church in Gilbert on May 4 where participants can access the knowledge and experience of world-renowned leaders. The one-day leader development event will be broadcast live from Atlanta, Ga. to hundreds of sites throughout the nation, including Gilbert. Speakers include: 2012-04-09T19:06:58+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events18 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events18#When:19:01:11Z Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events April and May 2012 For additional information or registration, visit www.gilbertaz.com 2012-04-09T19:01:11+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/a_dynamic_partnership http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/a_dynamic_partnership#When:15:19:07Z A dynamic partnership between Chandler-Gilbert Community College, Arizona State University Polytechnic Campus, the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, and the Town of Gilbert is serving to positively impact workforce and economic development, while providing unique educational and service-learning opportunities for CGCC students. Partners in Progress was formed last spring with the goal of learning the workforce development needs of the Gilbert business community and finding ways to respond to these needs. 2012-04-04T15:19:07+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_a_new_day_to_connect_gilberts_businesses_executives http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_a_new_day_to_connect_gilberts_businesses_executives#When:19:00:17Z GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will host a breakfast for Gilbert business owners and executives to learn more about the opportunity for business-to-business connections, involvement in local and regional community priorities and engagement through the Chamber’s programs and services. “Members of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce recognize the importance of a strong business climate and the value of nurturing these relationships to support the local economy through changing times,” said Kathy Tilque, president and CEO of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. 2012-03-14T19:00:17+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_accepting_nominations_for_individuals_businesses2 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_accepting_nominations_for_individuals_businesses2#When:17:57:33Z GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce is seeking the nomination of outstanding individuals and businesses – including Large and Small Businesses of the Year– for recognition at the 2012 Annual Business Awards Luncheon. Last year, the Chamber recognized San Tan Ford as Large Business of the Year and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center as Employer of Choice. Town historian Dale Hallock was honored with the Gilbert Leadership award. Other awards included Small Business of the Year, Volunteer of the Year, Family Business of the Year, and Rookie of the Year. 2012-03-08T17:57:33+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_offers_opportunity_to_polish_your_pitch_at_interactive_workshop http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_offers_opportunity_to_polish_your_pitch_at_interactive_workshop#When:17:59:42Z GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Impromptu Guru to offer an interactive workshop to help professionals design and deliver a purposeful and natural pitch, including a 60-second message about their business and what they have to offer others. Jill Schiefelbein, owner and founder of Impromptu Guru, has a passion for public speaking and coaches professionals on the communication skills and tactics that are appropriate for a variety of situations. 2012-03-05T17:59:42+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/colleges_town_chamber_collaborate_on_business_retention_initiative http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/colleges_town_chamber_collaborate_on_business_retention_initiative#When:17:55:10Z GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has collaborated with strategic community partners to form Partners In Progress, a program with the purpose of developing a long-term, sustainable business retention and growth model to facilitate the further expansion of Gilbert’s business environment. Partners in Progress collaborative partners include Arizona State University Polytechnic Campus, Chandler-Gilbert Community College, the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and the Town of Gilbert, and the program has gained founding contributions by Mercy Gilbert Medical Center and Orbital Sciences Corp. 2012-02-29T17:55:10+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_seeking_scholarship_applications_from_high_school_seniors http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_seeking_scholarship_applications_from_high_school_seniors#When:17:00:13Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will award scholarships to local high school seniors as part of the Chamber’s Scholarship Program in partnership between the Chamber, Gilbert Public Schools, and Higley Unified School District. “Had it not been for your generosity, it would not have been easy for me to purchase many things that I needed for school,” said 2011 Scholarship Recipient Christian Castro in a letter written to the Chamber. “My plan is to give back to the community that has supported me in my academic endeavors.” 2012-02-17T17:00:13+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/history_walk_comes_to_downtown_gilbert http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/history_walk_comes_to_downtown_gilbert#When:23:15:22Z Historical Plaques to Guide Participants through the Gilbert Heritage District and to the Gilbert Historical Museum February 8, 2012 (Gilbert, AZ) – Gilbert Leadership, a program of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, is creating a series of commemorative plaques that will be placed on the historic sites of downtown Gilbert. Approximately 15 to 17 plaques will include a picture of the building from the past as well as a brief description about the building, location or event. Brochures with a map will be available at the Gilbert Historical Museum and Gilbert Heritage District merchants to guide participants through the Heritage District of downtown Gilbert. The History Walk will be in place by the end of April this year. 2012-02-15T23:15:22+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_presents_the_third_annual_scholars_golf_tournament http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_presents_the_third_annual_scholars_golf_tournament#When:23:13:34Z GOLFERS TO RAISE SCHOLARSHIP FUNDS FOR LOCAL HIGH SCHOOL SENIORS GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has partnered with San Tan Ford to present the Third Annual Scholars Golf Tournament and will donate partial proceeds to fund scholarships for local high school seniors. Last year, the Chamber awarded $3,600 in scholarships to students participating in the Scholars Program in the Gilbert Public Schools and Higley Unified School Districts. 2012-02-15T23:13:34+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/town_of_gilbert_chamber_offering_free_one_on_one_business_coaching http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/town_of_gilbert_chamber_offering_free_one_on_one_business_coaching#When:23:09:11Z Program Exclusive to Gilbert Businesses, Enterprises through Front Runner Partnership GILBERT – The Gilbert Office of Economic Development and the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce are offering one-on-one business coaching sessions for Gilbert-based entrepreneurs and small business enterprises through June 30, 2012. As an extension of the Front Runner Business Assistance entrepreneurial program, the business coaching sessions are offered free-of-charge and will be administered through Stealthmode Partners. 2012-02-15T23:09:11+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_partners_to_organize_discover_cuba_travel_expedition http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_partners_to_organize_discover_cuba_travel_expedition#When:15:01:35Z Chamber to Host an Informational Meeting Next Month GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has partnered with Chamber Explorations to present Discover Cuba, a nine-day group travel opportunity, and will host an informational meeting this month for the public to learn more about the trip. The informational meeting will be held on Friday, March 2nd at 5:30 p.m. at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, 119 N. Gilbert Road, Ste. 101, in Gilbert. A representative of Chamber Explorations will review the travel itinerary and answer general questions regarding the Discover Cuba expedition. Itinerary highlights include visits to museums, local villages, prehistoric painted caves, cathedrals, botanical gardens, a sugar plantation – even a farm owned by Ernest Hemingway. 2012-02-10T15:01:35+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/world_renowned_leaders_to_speak_at_telecast http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/world_renowned_leaders_to_speak_at_telecast#When:20:11:23Z  Interested in attending an unforgettable day of inspiration, learning, networking and more? Join us for the Chick-fil-A Leadercast at Sun Valley Community Church in Gilbert on May 4 where participants can access the knowledge and experience of world-renowned leaders. The one-day leader development event will be broadcast live from Atlanta, Ga. to hundreds of sites throughout the nation, including Gilbert. Speakers include: o Soledad O’Brien, Anchor and special correspondent for CNN o Tim Tebow, NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner and best-selling author o Patrick Lencioni, Best-selling author and president of The Table Group o John Maxwell, Leadership expert & best-selling author of “The 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership” o Angela Ahrendts, CEO, Burberry o Roland Fryer, Professor of economics at Harvard University and CEO of the Education Innovation Laboratory o Urban Meyer, ESPN analyst and former head football coach for the University of Florida o Andy Stanley, Best-selling leadership author and communicator o Sheena Iyengar, Author of “The Art of Choosing“ and world-renowned expert of choice   2012-02-06T20:11:23+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chambers_annual_celebrity_waiter_event_takes_on_a_fresh_perspective http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chambers_annual_celebrity_waiter_event_takes_on_a_fresh_perspective#When:21:18:17Z Event to Feature Local Art, Entertainment, and Restaurants GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and Southwest Ambulance will present The Art A’Fare on February 24th and will fuse networking with art and entertainment in a format much different from previous years. 2012-02-01T21:18:17+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_names_pam_nenaber_of_banner_gateway_md_anderson_as_2011_bus http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_names_pam_nenaber_of_banner_gateway_md_anderson_as_2011_bus#When:14:36:15Z Award Ceremony and Luncheon Honored 13 Nominees, Presented by San Tan Learning Center GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has named Pam Nenaber, CEO of Banner Gateway Medical Center and Banner MD Anderson Cancer Center, as the 2011 Business Woman of the Year at an award ceremony and luncheon held today. “Pam is a strong proponent for community involvement and encourages her staff to become engaged in their communities,” said JW Rayhons, Chairman of the Board of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and owner of Rayhons Financial Solutions in Gilbert. 2012-01-29T14:36:15+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_luncheon_to_announce_2012_business_woman_of_the_year http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_luncheon_to_announce_2012_business_woman_of_the_year#When:22:31:15Z Event to Feature Guest Speaker Terri Bowersock, Founder of Terri’s Consign and Design 2012-01-18T22:31:15+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/mayor_lewis_to_share_state_of_the_town_with_business_leaders http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/mayor_lewis_to_share_state_of_the_town_with_business_leaders#When:18:07:58Z Mayor John Lewis will share his year in review with members of the business community at the Mayor’s Annual State of the Town Address, a luncheon hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce on January 18th. Mayor Lewis has embraced Arizona’s centennial celebration and has themed his address in keeping with the state’s milestone. “It is a Centennial year, and so what better way to enjoy the 2012 ride than on ‘The Centennial Express’ State of the Town,” said Mayor John Lewis when asked about this year’s presentation to the Chamber. “The presentation will include several train stops featuring a review of 2011, our five strategic initiatives, and plans for 2012. All Aboard!” 2012-01-17T18:07:58+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_members_report_half_million_dollars_in_referred_business http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_members_report_half_million_dollars_in_referred_business#When:23:39:37Z Overhaul of Networking Culture Leads to Increased Business, Additional Referral Club 2012-01-10T23:39:37+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_members_report_half_million_dollars_in_referred_busine http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_members_report_half_million_dollars_in_referred_busine#When:23:39:25Z Overhaul of Networking Culture Leads to Increased Business, Additional Referral Club 2012-01-10T23:39:25+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/business_leaders_invited_to_participate_in_discussion_with_district_22_offi http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/business_leaders_invited_to_participate_in_discussion_with_district_22_offi#When:16:38:59Z Senator Andy Biggs along with Representatives Eddie Farnsworth and Steve Urie, of Arizona Legislative District 22, 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 22 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.” 2011-11-29T16:38:59+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_networking_event_to_benefit_united_food_bank http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_networking_event_to_benefit_united_food_bank#When:22:47:10Z Gilbert’s business community will come together on December 1st to raise food and funds to benefit the United Food Bank at a unique networking event hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by The Sign Guys. Last year, United Food Bank distributed 8,452 food boxes to at-risk children and families through their internal food box program and their Emergency Food Box provider agencies distributed more than 816,300 food boxes which assisted more than 1,500,000 people. 2011-11-21T22:47:10+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_sponsors_fourth_annual_adopt_a_senior_program http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_sponsors_fourth_annual_adopt_a_senior_program#When:23:31:53Z Asks Community For Help To Fulfill Wish Lists of Low-Income, Homebound Seniors The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will organize the fourth annual Adopt A Senior program this holiday season to benefit Gilbert’s homebound and low-income senior citizens, in partnership with the Gilbert Senior Center. 2011-11-14T23:31:53+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/raffle_luncheon_to_raise_money_for_gilbert_boys_girls_club http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/raffle_luncheon_to_raise_money_for_gilbert_boys_girls_club#When:15:04:15Z San Tan Ford, Gilbert Chamber Team Up For Second Annual Community Luncheon GILBERT – The community will come together next week at a special networking fundraiser organized by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce to benefit youth needing assistance with tuition for programs at the Boys & Girls Club of Gilbert. Last year, the event raised more than $2,000 for the community club. San Tan Ford will sponsor the event again this year and hopes to raise even more money. 2011-11-10T15:04:15+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_businesses_and_leaders_to_be_honored_at_16th_annual_event http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_businesses_and_leaders_to_be_honored_at_16th_annual_event#When:16:06:06Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Gilbert Public Schools, The Gilbert Republic, Higley Unified School District, the Town of Gilbert and Chandler-Gilbert Community College, will honor outstanding businesses and individuals at the 2011 Gilbert Community Excellence Awards on Wednesday, November 2nd. 2011-10-28T16:06:06+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events17 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events17#When:22:28:14Z November and December 2011 For additional information or registration, visit www.gilbertaz.com 2011-10-25T22:28:14+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_seeks_business_woman_of_the_year_nominations1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_seeks_business_woman_of_the_year_nominations1#When:22:05:29Z Second Annual Award Ceremony to Focus on Women Leaders in Gilbert GILBERT – The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce is looking for an outstanding woman in business and is asking for nominations to name a business woman of the year at the second annual Business Woman of the Year Award Luncheon, sponsored by SanTan Learning Center. 2011-10-25T22:05:29+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_community_shred_a_thon_this_saturday http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_community_shred_a_thon_this_saturday#When:16:07:39Z Community members are invited to shred their documents in an effort to prevent identity theft this Saturday at a Shred-A-Thon hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and sponsored by Magic Pest Control. 2011-10-19T16:07:39+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/site_renovation_awarded_to_gilbert_business_owner_resident http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/site_renovation_awarded_to_gilbert_business_owner_resident#When:20:58:14Z Shop Gilbert, the community’s grassroots campaign to encourage residents to shop in and keep tax revenue in Gilbert, has launched a new, upgraded website with advanced search features to find retailers in support of the campaign. The new website, http://www.shopgilbertaz.com, allows residents to search for Gilbert retailers by company name or ZIP code and category type with search results displayed on a map for further information. 2011-09-28T20:58:14+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_program_announces_class_xx_participants http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_program_announces_class_xx_participants#When:22:12:38Z Gilbert Leadership, a program of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, has named the 27 members of Class XX. The class represents a mix of corporate professionals, small business owners, retired individuals and community volunteers who work in such areas as health care, fine arts, education and government. 2011-09-27T22:12:38+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:21:59:56Z The 2011 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 5th from 2:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at the Mesa Convention Center, 201 N. Center St., in Mesa. 2011-08-30T21:59:56+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_town_manager_banger_at_luncheon http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_town_manager_banger_at_luncheon#When:23:30:43Z Gilbert’s new town manager, Patrick Banger, will speak informally to members of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and the community at a luncheon on Tuesday, sponsored by Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport. “Personally and professionally, Gilbert is the place for me and my family, and I am thrilled to be given the opportunity to help the best community in Arizona realize its tremendous opportunities,” Banger said. “I appreciate the chamber’s gracious invitation to host me, and I look forward to sharing my thoughts on how together we’ll make our Town the premier community not only in the state, but the nation.” 2011-08-18T23:30:43+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/proposed_sign_regulations_amendment http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/proposed_sign_regulations_amendment#When:03:29:21Z The town wants your feedback on the proposed Sign Regulations Amendment and would like your comments on the Public Comment Form. 2011-08-11T03:29:21+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leader_to_chair_east_valley_chamber_of_commerce_alliance http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leader_to_chair_east_valley_chamber_of_commerce_alliance#When:00:16:20Z Gilbert resident and business owner JW Rayhons began his term has Chairman of the East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance (EVCCA) in July. The EVCCA is an alliance of eight East Valley chambers of commerce advocating on behalf of businesses in Apache Junction, Ahwatukee Foothills, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, Tempe, and Scottsdale. 2011-08-04T00:16:20+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_revamps_evening_networking_events_to_benefit_non_profits http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_revamps_evening_networking_events_to_benefit_non_profits#When:01:09:39Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has restructured their evening networking events to benefit local non-profits while also highlighting their for-profit members in their new Connecting for a Cause networking series, sponsored by The Sign Guys. 2011-07-28T01:09:39+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/the_gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_teams_up_with_groupon_for_first_ever_gilber http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/the_gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_teams_up_with_groupon_for_first_ever_gilber#When:01:11:33Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce partners with Groupon Phoenix (http://www.groupon.com/phoenix) to launch the first-ever Gilbert Chamber Groupon Week. Deals begin on Monday, July 25th and run through Friday, July 29th. During Groupon’s Gilbert Chamber Week, each day will feature an exclusive, limited-time deal from a local business in the Gilbert community. Customers can visit Groupon.com/Phoenix to check out all of the unbeatable deals and sign up for Groupon’s free daily e-mails. Chamber Week offers will feature Chamber members including Savante Salon, TopIt Cupcakes, Langley's Country Market, Trilogy at Power Ranch Golf Club, and A Better Tint. 2011-07-26T01:11:33+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events16 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events16#When:16:22:39Z Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events August and September 2011 2011-07-20T16:22:39+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_seeking_nominations_for_community_awards http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_seeking_nominations_for_community_awards#When:17:07:35Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations of outstanding businesses and community leaders for recognition at this year’s 16th annual Gilbert Community Excellence Awards, a dinner and award ceremony to be held on Wednesday, 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. 2011-07-19T17:07:35+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_announces_new_board_members http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_announces_new_board_members#When:02:09:13Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce announced today the names of those serving on the organization’s board of directors effective the first of this month, including five new members to the committee. New members to the board include Tom Couch, AZD&C Commercial Advisors; Roy Jackson, Golba Group Realty & Property; Alan Mandel of A Mug You Can Trust; Darren Patoni, The I.T. Workshop; and Steve Roberts, SRP. 2011-07-08T02:09:13+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_business_expo_and_luncheon http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_business_expo_and_luncheon#When:17:02:12Z Women in business will come together to share their products and services and will hear from guest speaker Annie Groth at the Chamber’s What Women Want…In Business luncheon and business expo next month. The event will be held on Tuesday, July 26th at SanTan Elegante Conference Center, 1800 S. SanTan Village Parkway, in Gilbert. The day will feature a business expo from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., including products and services of locally-owned businesses. Guest speaker Anne Groth will take the stage at noon. 2011-06-29T17:02:12+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_members_looking_to_engage_in_community http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_members_looking_to_engage_in_community#When:01:41:25Z In an annual survey conducted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, 56 percent of survey respondents indicated their primary reason for joining the Chamber is to connect with other businesses through networking, advertising, and referrals. Another 47 percent join to become engaged in the community and chamber. 2011-06-29T01:41:25+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events15 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events15#When:04:04:31Z http://www.gilbertaz.comJuly Upcoming Events For additional information or registration, visit http://www.gilbertaz.com 2011-06-28T04:04:31+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_celebrates_graduates_of_class_xix http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_celebrates_graduates_of_class_xix#When:20:28:35Z GILBERT – Gilbert Leadership celebrated the graduation of Class XIX last week with featured emcee Judge John Hudson, guest speaker Gayle Schmidt, owner of Buffalo Wild Wings, special guest Mayor John Lewis, and Town Council members Linda Abbott, Jenn Daniels and John Sentz. 2011-06-16T20:28:35+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_annual_awards_luncheon1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_annual_awards_luncheon1#When:21:15:20Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will host the Fifth Annual Awards Luncheon this month to recognize outstanding businesses and individuals for categories including business of the year, employer of choice, and volunteer of the year. Tuesday, June 28th 11:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. SanTan Elegante Conference Center 1800 S. SanTan Village Parkway, Gilbert 2011-05-23T21:15:20+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_looking_for_class_xx_participants http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_looking_for_class_xx_participants#When:08:13:43Z Gilbert Leadership, a program of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, is currently accepting applications from Gilbert residents and business leaders to participate in the program’s 20th class and will begin interviewing candidates in July. Gilbert Leadership is a nine-month development program that brings together individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences to develop their leadership potential. The Gilbert Leadership program influences the community by building leadership capacity, increasing knowledge and awareness of community concerns, and by nurturing future leaders. 2011-05-11T08:13:43+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:08:11:40Z Community members are invited to shred their documents in an effort to prevent identity theft on Saturday, May 14th at a Shred-A-Thon hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and TNT Shredding. 2011-05-11T08:11:40+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_discussion_breakfast1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_discussion_breakfast1#When:22:12:04Z Past and future community leaders are invited to Gilbert Leaderships Briefing and Breakfast to learn more about the program, including how to apply for Class 20. “As a graduate of Class 16 I am convinced that Gilbert Leadership is vital to strengthening our community by developing leaders who are knowledgeable about local organizations and issues,” said Bobbi Smith, President of Gilbert Leadership. “An informed community, acting together, can wisely allocate resources for the betterment of Gilbert. Find a purpose for your passion, join us and make a difference!” 2011-05-02T22:12:04+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_discussion_breakfast http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_discussion_breakfast#When:22:12:04Z Past and future community leaders are invited to Gilbert Leaderships Briefing and Breakfast to learn more about the program, including how to apply for Class 20. “As a graduate of Class 16 I am convinced that Gilbert Leadership is vital to strengthening our community by developing leaders who are knowledgeable about local organizations and issues,” said Bobbi Smith, President of Gilbert Leadership. “An informed community, acting together, can wisely allocate resources for the betterment of Gilbert. Find a purpose for your passion, join us and make a difference!” 2011-05-02T22:12:04+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_facebook_interactive_workshop http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_host_facebook_interactive_workshop#When:21:29:54Z Anthony Kirlew of AKA Internet Marketing will present a live interactive workshop using your personal laptop at the Chamber’s upcoming seminar to teach the basics of creating and maintaining a Facebook page for Business. 2011-05-02T21:29:54+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_hold_fashion_show http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_to_hold_fashion_show#When:00:04:47Z Women and men in business will come together as Dillard’s will feature spring and summer fashion at Luncheon. Mayor John Lewis, Pam Nenaber, CEO of Banner Gateway Medical Center, and Kathy Tilque, President/CEO of the Gilbert Chamber are among the few who will be modeling in the fashion show. 2011-04-19T00:04:47+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_community_shred_a_thon http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_host_community_shred_a_thon#When:22:14:56Z Community members are invited to shred their documents in an effort to prevent identity theft on Saturday, April 9th at a Shred-A-Thon, hosted by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce and TNT Shredding. “It’s important for residents to do what they can to keep their personal information out of the wrong hands,” said Kathy Tilque, President/CEO of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. “We host shred-a-thons to make it easy for our community to safely dispose of their personal information.”   2011-04-07T22:14:56+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_organizes_group_tour_of_costa_rica http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_organizes_group_tour_of_costa_rica#When:16:45:12Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has organized the upcoming group travel excursion Tropical Costa Rica, a 9-day packaged tour of Costa Rica in October 2011, including site tours of San Jose, Coffee Plantation, Arenal Volcano and many more. The package, coordinated by Collette Vacations, is offered at a rate of $2,799 per person based on double occupancy and includes round-trip airfare from Phoenix, hotel accommodations, 14 meals, site tours and more. 2011-04-05T16:45:12+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_alumni_social http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_to_hold_alumni_social#When:23:41:49Z Past and present members of the Gilbert Leadership alumni program will gather at an alumni social event, share success stories, and create a time capsule on Thursday, March 31st. The alumni social event will be held on Thursday, March 31st from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Oregano’s Pizza Bistro in Gilbert. In commemoration of the 90th birthday of Gilbert and the twenty years since the program was first envisioned, we are creating a time capsule of the Gilbert Leadership Program which will be first put on display at the Gilbert Historical Museum and then buried on the property later this spring or in the fall.   2011-03-29T23:41:49+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_accepting_nominatins_for_individuals_businesses http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_accepting_nominatins_for_individuals_businesses#When:23:34:41Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce is now accepting nomination forms to recognize outstanding individuals and businesses, including Business of the Year and Employer of Choice, at the 2011 Annual Awards Luncheon in June. “We are asking the community to nominate individuals and businesses that continually exceed expectations by providing a unique product, outstanding customer service, or another contribution of significance,” said Kathy Tilque, President/CEO of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. 2011-03-24T23:34:41+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/community_health_fair_provides_free_health_screenings http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/community_health_fair_provides_free_health_screenings#When:02:31:49Z The community is invited to attend the Fifth Annual Health Summit, sponsored by Banner Gateway Medical Center – an event featuring health-related booths and interactive screenings with attention to body, mind and spirit. Organized by the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce, the Health Summit will be held on Saturday, March 26th from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM in the parking lot at Sam’s Club at 1225 N. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert. There is no cost to attend this community event. 2011-03-17T02:31:49+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_class_xix_announces_service_project http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_leadership_class_xix_announces_service_project#When:02:39:35Z GILBERT – The Chamber’s Gilbert Leadership class of 22 business leaders will come together to raise funds and supplies to provide improvements to the Gilbert Boys & Girls Club learning center. 2011-03-11T02:39:35+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_announces_woman_of_the_year http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_announces_woman_of_the_year#When:23:53:31Z Gilbert Chamber of Commerce announced Gayle Schmidt from Buffalo Wild Wings in Gilbert, business woman of the year for 2010.Gayle Schmidt was named woman of the year for her excellence and dedication to her business and community. 2011-03-09T23:53:31+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/marty_tomljenovic_iom_of_the_gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_graduates_from_ins http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/marty_tomljenovic_iom_of_the_gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_graduates_from_ins#When:17:29:56Z Marty Tomljenovic, IOM, VP of Specials Events, of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce has received the designation of IOM (Institute for Organization Management) from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. This professional development program of the U.S. Chamber is a comprehensive course of study consisting of four annual sessions focusing on professional growth and development for association, chamber, and other nonprofit professionals. 2011-03-08T17:29:56+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_recongized_for_website http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_recongized_for_website#When:16:18:07Z The Western Association of Chamber Executives (WACE) recently recognized the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce’s website during its Excellence Awards Program. WACE is comprised of chambers from across 15 states and only recognized four chambers as having excellent websites. 2011-03-08T16:18:07+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/local_business_community_to_tee_up_for_scholarship_funds1 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/local_business_community_to_tee_up_for_scholarship_funds1#When:18:33:38Z Gilbert’s business community will come together to raise scholarship funds at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce’s Scholars Golf Tournament on April 7h to benefit seven students in the Gilbert Public and Higley Unified School Districts. The tournament, sponsored by San Tan Ford, will be held on Thursday, April 7th at Trilogy at Power Ranch in Gilbert. Registration will begin at 6:00 a.m. and the 18-hole scramble will begin with a shotgun start at 7:30 a.m. The individual golfer entry fee is $150 and a foursome can enter for $600. 2011-03-02T18:33:38+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_award_gilbert_students_with_scholarships http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/chamber_to_award_gilbert_students_with_scholarships#When:04:44:16Z The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce is accepting scholarship applications from high school seniors in the Higley Unified School District and Gilbert Public Schools and will award scholarships to seven local students. 2011-02-18T04:44:16+00:00 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events14 http://www.gilbertaz.com/news/article/gilbert_chamber_of_commerce_upcoming_events14#When:04:37:24Z Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Upcoming Events March and April Upcoming Events For additional information or registration, visit www.gilbertaz.com 2011-02-18T04:37:24+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 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