What makes the Northern Pima County Chamber of Commerce special is that it truly is a community organization. It would be impossible for its staff of four to deliver the complete program of work that the Chamber offers. The committees of the Chamber are truly the lifeblood of the organization that provide the vision, programs and services that have made the Chamber successful. These committees are made up of Chamber members who are committed to strengthening the organization as a whole through their efforts with their respective committees. Without them, we would be just another membership organization.
Jerry Bustamante, President/CEO
MEMBERSHIP
Chairperson - vacant
Purpose: To create, evaluate and enhance programs of the Chamber to ensure that the organization is meeting the needs of the membership and maximizing its efforts.
AMBASSADORS
Chairperson - Krista McGarvey
Purpose: To conduct public relations functions for the Chamber, including ribbon cuttings, grand openings, open houses and to make new business contacts.
PUBLIC RELATIONS / MARKETING
Chairpersons - Gerry Bolkcom, NW EXPLORER, gbolkcom@explorernews.com
Purpose: To plan, create and carry out programs that will enhance the Chamber’s communication efforts with its membership and with the public. Work to establish the Chamber’s identity as a dynamic, positive force in its community.
GOVERNMENT ACTION
Chairperson - Lyra Done, LDone@LyraTucsonHomes.com
Purpose: To examine governmental issues, their current and potential impact on the business community of Northern Pima County, communicate our findings to the membership, and take positions on key issues.
CHAMBER MARKETPLACE
Chairperson - Anna Mae Wiersma, That List Lady, listlady@flash.net
Purpose: To support Chamber members by increasing the visibility of their businesses through the member to member discount and incentive program.
COMMUNITY HEALTH AND RESOURCE
Chairperson - Bob Oro, Oro Dental Medicine, orobob@comcast.net
Kim Chimene, NW Medical Center, kimberly.chimene@triadhospitals.com
Purpose: To offer and serve as a source of information regarding healthcare and wellness related topics and issues in Northern Pima County. The committee hosts a monthly informational breakfast that also serves as an excellent networking opportunity for healthcare professionals.
SPECIAL EVENTS
The Chamber hosts annual special events that serve as fundraisers for the chamber and for a chosen beneficiary to aid their cause. Each event has its own planning committee, committee chair and meets as necessary. The following is a list of the Chamber’s annual special events:
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Pinnacle Awards
This event takes place annually in April. It celebrates and recognizes the success and contributions of businesses and individuals that have made a significant difference in Northern Pima County. -
Chamber Golf Tournament and Awards Banquet
This event takes place annually with May or June as the preferred months. The tournament is played on some of the best courses in Tucson with a luncheon following play. A portion of the monies generated from the Chamber Golf Tournament go toward the Steve Engle Scholarship fund for local graduating high school seniors.
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State of the Town of Oro Valley
The incredible growth and development that the Town of Oro Valley has seen during the previous ten years has created a viable environment for commerce while increasing the quality of life for its residents. This event provides an opportunity for both the business community and residents of Oro Valley to come together to be addressed by the Town Mayor on the state of the Town of Oro Valley.
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Multi Chamber Business Expo
The Tucson Hispanic, Tucson Metropolitan, Tucson Black, Marana and Northern Pima County Chambers of Commerce come together once a year to host the premiere business-to-business expo of the year. The program includes a luncheon prior to the expo, the expo itself and an after hours mixer. One of the best networking opportunities of the year and excellent event for members to display their products and services.
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Annual Gala & Fundraiser
The Gala & Fundraiser is the Chamber's brightest event which offers a wonderful dinner, live and silent auctions followed by music and dancing. This is also the biggest fundraiser that supports the programs of the Chamber for the following year.
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