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Member Connection: September 21, 2026
The Mesa Chamber brings you a weekly Member Connection blog with recent newsletters, articles, and updates from your fellow Chamber peers! Our objective is to connect members and keep them informed with what businesses in the community are up to.
In the News from Members
Utah Open House Raises $34,000 for Local Schools
"We recently hosted our second annual open house at our Utah office, bringing together partners and friends from across the region. As our Utah presence continues to grow, so does our ability to making a positive impact. This year, guests came together through a silent auction that raised $34,000 for the Davis Education Foundation, supporting local students and schools. Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening one rooted in connection and purpose."
SRP Customers Can Receive Up to $800 in Utility Bill Assistance
"After two successful years of saving more than 81 million gallons of water, Friends of the Verde River, in partnership with Salt River Project (SRP), are once again supporting local water conservation projects through the River Friendly Living Grants Program. This initiative provides funding for innovative water-saving projects that benefit homes, businesses, and crucial water ecosystems like the Verde River."
You’re invited to the Fall Exhibition Opening Reception at Mesa Contemporary Arts Museum!
"Join us Fri, Sep 11 from 7:00–10:00 PM to celebrate the opening of six new exhibitions exploring identity, culture, community and artistic expression. This season features “Recon/Figured,” “BRUTAL BEAUTY,” Samira Hemmat’s “IN CONCRETE CONTRAST: A Story of Withheld Spring,” Perla Segovia’s “RETABLO SONORENSE,” and a new exhibition by artist Zarco Guerrero."
After nearly 20 years of leading Gateway Bank, Founder, President, and CEO James Christensen will retire on June 1, 2027.
"He will remain on the Board of Directors and the Loan Committee through at least the summer of 2028, keeping a voice in the bank's direction and decisions."
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