Discover leadership opportunities at local, non-profit organziations. Join us for a panel discussion followed by a leadership opportunity fair.

 

Thursday, February 5th

Gilbert Public Schools has formed a partnership with the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce to encourage local businesses to participate in the Arizona Academic Scholars program in an effort to prepare students for post-secondary education.
 
Arizona Academic Scholars is a community-wide incentive strategy to encourage students to take challenging courses throughout high school, better preparing them for post-secondary education and the increasingly competitive job market.
 
"This program provides a unique opportunity for business volunteers to develop relationships with students and educators," said Barbara VeNard, Assistant Superintendent for Gilbert Public Schools.
 
The Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will be asking its members to become involved on many different levels, including mentoring students in the classroom as well as raising awareness of and/or sponsoring the program.
 
"This program gives local employers the opportunity to shape their future workforce," said Kathy Langdon, President/CEO of the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce. "It is our hope that employers in our community won't have to look any further than our own backyard when searching for quality employees."
 
For more information regarding the Arizona Academic Scholars program, visit www.azacademicscholars.org. To volunteer your time or for additional information  regarding the collaboration with Gilbert Public Schools and the Gilbert Chamber, contact Grace Hodges at (480) 926-6027 or email grace@gilbertchamber.com.

On June 17th, the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce will host its 3rd Annual Awards Luncheon, sponsored by M&I Bank, to recognize outstanding businesses and individuals who have contributed to the community and to the Chamber.
The nominations are accepted from Chamber members at large and reviewed by a nomination committee.    
 
This year's awards will include...
· Business of the Year
· Employer of Choice
· Family Business of the Year
· Rookie of the Year Award
· Wellness In the Workplace Awards
· Volunteer of the Year
· Gilbert Leadership Award

 

2008 Business of the Year  

Click here to access the official 2009 nomination form, including a complete description of each award.

 

All nominations must be returned to the Chamber no later than May 1st. If you need additional information please contact Marty by calling (480) 926-6003 or email marty@gilbertchamber.com.

 

To learn more about Gilbert Chamber of Commerce membership, email mary@gilbertchamber.com.  

Designed exclusively

for SCF Arizona policyholders, the SCF Arizona Association Safety Program and the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce have partnered to offer members the opportunity to lower the cost of their worker's compensation insurance.

 

If you are an SCF Policy Holder and a member in good standings with the Chamber all you need to do is sign and return the ASP enrollment form to SCF Arizona. Once you are approved you will be on your way to lowering your workman's compensation costs by sharing in a group bonus dividend and participating in various safety programs.  For more information contact Grace Hodges at 480-892-0056 or grace@gilbertchamber.com.

Is the financial crisis creating too much stress and anxiety in your life?  Oregon Partnership Crisis Lines Director, Leslie Storm, has some good advice:
 
· Talk it out. Don't keep it to yourself. Normally, you might not talk about your financial situation. But a whole lot of folks are in the same boat. Talking with family and friends is a good thing, and no need to go into details.
 
· Get outside. Take walks. Get some exercise. It does wonders in good times and bad.
 
· OK, you won't be eating at restaurants or going out as much.  So take advantage of staying home and spending more time with the family!More at-home family time - and having dinners at home - is another good thing.
 
· If you have kids, be upfront with them. Explain to them what the economy is all about - that sometimes people have to spend less and go without luxuries...but in time, the economy always bounces back.
 
· Turn off the TV news and listen to music!
 
You are probably aware of these simple concepts, but being reminded to find comfort in the small things can make the load seem lighter-especially when you're not carrying the load alone. 

 

6:30p.m. - Silent Auction and Cocktails

 

7:30p.m. - Dinner & Entertainment

 

$50 - Invidual ticket

 

$600 - Sponsor a table and choose your Celebrity Waiter

 

A Night in New Orleans promises to be an unforgettable evening of live jazz and great food served by local celebrities. 

 

Sponsored by:

 

 

To purchase your ticket or for more information, call (480) 892-0056 or email debbe@gilbertchamber.com.

The following members donated door prizes at recent events:

The following sponsors help make Gilbert Leadership a success:

 

Gilbert Chamber of Commerce
119 N. Gilbert Rd., Ste. 101, Gilbert

9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.

 

 

Thurs., February 19th