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A STRONG AND INFLUENTIAL VOICE
Advocating for Business

Elected officials and government agencies make decisions every day that affect local businesses. With our member's support, the Scottsdale Area Chamber is a strong and influential voice representing the business community on the issues affecting our quality of business and our quality of life. We believe strongly that our quality of life is directly tied to our economic success. To grow and prosper as a city, we must plan for the future and adapt to the changing needs and desires of the global marketplace.

For more information on our public policy efforts or to learn how our efforts are making a difference, email Cindi Eberhardt or call 480.355.2721.


WHY BUSINESSES NEED ADVOCACY

  • Most businesses do not have the resources to advocate for themselves
  • Advocacy is not a core competency of most small businesses
  • Business can’t keep up with all the legislation

    HOW THE CHAMBER ENGAGES IN BUSINESS ADVOCACY
  • Endorsing candidates
  • Professional connections
  • Membership in the East Valley Chamber of Commerce Alliance (EVCCA)
  • Meeting with city officials
  • Through our Public Policy Advisory Council (PPAC)
  • Testifying at City Council
  • Writing letters of support
  • Serving as a convener and mediator around specific issues
  • Educating our members though events and committee/council meetings
  • Leveraging the power of many for the good of the business community as a whole
  • Acting as a conduit for access to community leaders

    RESULTS OF BUSINESS ADVOCACY
  • A stronger and more sustainable business community
  • A better community to attract business
  • A better community to retain business
  • A better community to expand business
  • A balanced community
  • East Valley Chamber of Commerce Alliance (EVCCA)

    The East Valley Chambers of Commerce Alliance (EVCCA) represents more than 7,500 member firms from the Ahwatukee Foothills, Apache Junction, Chandler, Gilbert, Mesa, Queen Creek, Scottsdale and Tempe Chambers of Commerce. Its purpose is to provide coordination and to advance the common business interests in the East Valley.

    Download EVCCA Public Policy Agenda

     
     
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