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Chamber Gala moved to April
Starting this year we are moving our annual awards and recognition program (aka “the Gala”) to April. Instead of crowding several events within a short time period from November to February, we decided the Gala deserves the avoidance of other conflicting programs which may cause members to opt-out due to time commitments. You can still count on…
When was the last time you thanked a Veteran?
If you watch or read the news there is evidence of military conflicts throughout the World. You will also likely notice the United States is involved in many. While some of our military personnel, active and retired, do not see combat it’s still important to recognize their dedication to serve. Serving in the armed forces is…
Pro & Anti Marijuana Campaigns Speak at Chamber
Fountain Hills, AZ–The Fountain Hills Chamber’s Public Policy Committee is featuring a discussion about the potential impact of legalizing marijuana in Arizona. Arizona Marijuana Legalization Initiative may appear on the November 8, 2016 ballot in Arizona as an initiated state statute. The measure, upon voter approval, would legalize the possession and consumption of marijuana by…
Chamber Hosts Health and Wellness Panel Discussion
Fountain Hills, AZ–Corporate wellness is all the rage for large companies but in Fountain Hills the focus is on options for smaller employers. The Chamber is featuring six local experts in medicine, healthy eating, stretching, ergonomics and health insurance for a panel discussion at the September 17, FH Connect breakfast. Panelists include: • Dr. Jyoti Patel, Fountain…
Many Questions for Businesses if Marijuana is Legalized in Arizona
The recent article in the FHTimes, Debate over marijuana legalization already starts, highlights the on-going debate about legalizing marijuana use in Arizona. I recommend reading it to understand how the legalization issue is being presented. Our focus at the Fountain Hills Chamber is the impact on businesses, workers compensation insurance and employees. The Chamber’s Public Policy Committee will…
The Chamber is Growing
The Fountain Hills Chamber is proud to announce nine new members at the FH Connect this week. Please welcome the following: Ann Hall, Arizona Business Bank Jo & Carol Goyena, The Goyena Real Estate Team Gina Waldo, Carol Anderson by Invitation–Cabi Meekness Lacato, Meekness Consulting Michelle Myatt, Total U Fitness JoAnn Cegon, Bookkeeping & Beyond* Scott Schlossberg,…
Arizona utility, state officials quiet ahead of Obama release of Clean Power Plan
Shortly after noon Arizona time, regulatory experts at Salt River Project, Arizona Public Service, Department of Environmental Quality are going to be pouring over 1,500 pages of new regulations from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency designed to curb carbon emissions. Read the entire article.
The Value of Membership
For centuries the local chamber of commerce was the only place to connect with elected officials, obtain a business license and develop relationships for your company. While some of these services are available at the local chamber, we have seen most town governments assume the responsibility for business licenses and various other services that were once…
Fountain Hills Chamber Joins EVCCA
FOUNTAIN HILLS – The Fountain Hills Chamber is the last east valley organization to join the long-standing East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance. The EVCCA, an alliance of east valley chambers, monitors and takes action on issues that impact east valley companies. Represented at the Capitol by the Dorn Policy Group, the Alliance meets regularly throughout the year…
Park Place Project presented at public policy meeting
FOUNTAIN HILLS, AZ–The FH Chamber’s public policy committee participated in a discussion about the Park Place project slated for the Avenue of the Fountains. The project includes retail storefronts, apartments and a luxury retirement center. Park Place has been well documented by the FH Times, more information is available in the article Developer talks about…