Recent News About Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce
Carter says past career helped prepare her for Legislature
By Chandra Lye | Jun 30, 2017
The Republican representative for Phoenix's District 15 says her role as a teacher helped prepare her for politics.
New Arizona health care leaders share workforce views
By Carol Ostrow | Jun 29, 2017
Three newly appointed CEOs in the region gathered recently to compare perspectives on benefits inherent to Arizona-based business during a Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) event at downtown Phoenix’s Musical Instrument Museum (MIM).
GPCF launches Arizona compliance market platform
By Carol Ostrow | Jun 28, 2017
The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation (GPCF) recently initiated AZComplianceRiskTalent.com, a website designed to increase compliance and risk management awareness, helping professionals stay informed of career opportunities.
Central Arizona Shelter Services works to restore independence to area's homeless
By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 27, 2017
The Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) has been working to meet the needs of those individuals who are homeless.
Great Phoenix Chamber official highlights Phoenix Forward program successes
By Carol Ostrow | Jun 26, 2017
Relating success stories from satisfied area business stakeholders, Jennifer Mellor, Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) vice president of economic development, recently recapitulated the growth of the chamber’s two-year-old “Phoenix Forward” development program.
Greater Phoenix Chamber hosts annual luncheon
By Ruth de Jauregui | Jun 16, 2017
The Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) recently held its annual luncheon, which included the chamber's 2017 annual report, the founding story of Southwest Airlines and award presentations.
Female sports team executives encourage women toward success
By Chandra Lye | Jun 14, 2017
Several local, female sports team executives shared their secrets of success at the Phoenix Chamber Professional Women’s Alliance luncheon.
Greater Phoenix Chamber reveals newest board directors, members
By Carol Ostrow | Jun 13, 2017
Phoenix’s Pointe Hilton Squaw Peak Resort hosted board members at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce’s (GPCC) recent Annual Luncheon featuring a slate of new officers and eight new members.
ATHENA Young Professionals give back to their communities
By Chandra Lye | Jun 12, 2017
ATHENA Young Professional award recipients have been making changes in the communities where they live and work, which is one of the reasons the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce recognized them as outstanding women.
Arizona Chamber, other business groups lose Supreme Court challenge to minimum wage law
By LocalLabs News Service | Jun 9, 2017
The Arizona Supreme Court has decided against a case that claims Proposition 206, which will raise the minimum wage, is unconstitutional.
As Phoenix booms, business blooms
By Carol Ostrow | Jun 1, 2017
Not only did more people move to the city of Phoenix than any other city between 2015 and 2016, but the city also surpassed Philadelphia as the nation’s fifth largest, the U.S. Census Bureau recently revealed.
Arizona Police leaders discuss importance of community involvement in law enforcement
By Chandra Lye | May 31, 2017
The leaders of Arizona’s largest policing agencies recently discussed what it takes for law enforcement to be effective during a Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce Premier Leadership Series event.
Global travel ramps up at Phoenix Sky Harbor airport
By Carol Ostrow | May 25, 2017
With British Airways and Air Canada upping the number of travel options at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, area residents and international visitors have a wider array of choices in arrivals and departures.
Phoenix partakes in National Museum Day on May 18
By Carol Ostrow | May 17, 2017
To mark National Museum Day tomorrow [May 18], the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) recommends touring any of four Phoenix area institutions offering an array of art, artifacts and memorabilia for area residents and visitors.
Southwest Airlines, ASU Gammage share spotlight at GPCC awards event
By Carol Ostrow | May 15, 2017
Southwest Airlines and ASU Gammage were recently recognized as large and small/medium Businesses of the Year, respectively, by the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC).
Greater Phoenix Chamber honors local businesses for positive community impact
By Chandra Lye | May 12, 2017
Eight local companies have been awarded by the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) for the positive influence they have on the community.
Phoenix focuses on regional strategy
By Carol Ostrow | May 10, 2017
In honor of Economic Development Week May 8-13, Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) leaders are taking a fresh look at the region’s economic progress, with an eye toward continued collaboration.
Trounce ‘imposter syndrome’ with servant leadership, speaker says
By Carol Ostrow | May 9, 2017
About 70 percent of professionals confront “imposter syndrome” during their careers, according to Gay Meyer, guest speaker at the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce-sponsored Professional Women's Alliance (PWA) May meeting.
Chamber partners with Stanton to boost city's economy
By Carol Ostrow | May 3, 2017
Hoping to catalyze regional economic prosperity, the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce (GPCC) is partnering with several civic entities as part of its Phoenix Forward initiative.
Leadership professional outlines ways to manage time wisely
By Cheyenne Dickerson | Apr 26, 2017
An Arizona professional recently provided four steps in achieving successful time-management skills at the April Professional Women’s Alliance Luncheon.
