Mesa Chamber of Commerce Blog
How Strong Businesses Stay Standing When Others Fall
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. How Strong Businesses Stay Standing When Others Fall Every leader has faced a curveball in the last few years—supply chains, staffing, tech, or the economy. The companies that come out stronger aren’t lucky. They’ve built resilience into…
Read MoreCybersecurity Made Simple: 5 Steps Every Local Business Should Take
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. Cybersecurity Made Simple: 5 Steps Every Local Business Should Take Nearly half of cyberattacks target small businesses, not just large corporations The average breach costs $25,000, but prevention is affordable and accessible Begin with strong passwords, MFA,…
Read MoreWhat AI Can’t Replace in Your Local Business
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. What AI Can’t Replace in Your Local Business AI excels at automating repetitive, time‑consuming tasks. It can streamline administrative routines (like scheduling, invoicing), but lacks human judgment. Client‑facing personalization benefits from human empathy and context—AI can…
Read MoreMeet the Member: Padel Pals
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. Meet the Member: Padel Pals Padel Pals is the largest indoor padel and pickleball club in the East Valley, serving players from Mesa and Gilbert, Arizona. They offer court rentals with free memberships and amenities such as…
Read MoreHiring in a Tight Market: Your Local Playbook for Finding and Keeping Great People
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. Hiring in a Tight Market: Your Local Playbook for Finding and Keeping Great People Why it matters: In a tight hiring market, top candidates disappear fast… sometimes within days. Small businesses can win by acting quickly and tapping…
Read MoreRegional Sourcing Turns Local Partnerships into Lasting Advantages
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. Regional Sourcing Turns Local Partnerships into Lasting Advantages Local sourcing brings speed, quality, and deeper connections. Being nearby means more control and faster problem-solving. Investing locally builds community goodwill and brand trust. Start small today—test one item…
Read MoreMeet the Member: Dairy Queen
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. Meet the Member: Dairy Queen Dairy Queen – Power Road strives to provide an exceptional experience for every guest, every visit. Whether you’re craving their famous Blizzards or classic Chicken Strip Baskets, they’ve got you covered. Supporting…
Read MoreMeet the Member: MD Helicopters
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. Meet the Member: MD Helicopters MD Helicopters, LLC (MDH) manufactures high-performance rotorcraft solutions that support operators flying military, commercial, law enforcement, utility, and VIP mission profiles. With thousands of aircraft in service worldwide, MDH has been designing…
Read MoreRevenue Without Regret: Designing Offers You’re Proud to Sell
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. Revenue Without Regret: Designing Offers You’re Proud to Sell Growth shouldn’t come at the cost of trust. Your best offers align with your values. Ethical, high-value offers strengthen customer loyalty and long-term revenue. The best sales strategy?…
Read MoreThe Referral Engine: How to Get People Talking About Your Business
Chamber Member Chat Deck Learn how YOU can add your message here, email Bob Nelson for more information. The Referral Engine: How to Get People Talking About Your Business People talk about businesses that surprise them in a good way. Loyal customers are like neighbors who recommend a great mechanic. Employees are key to…
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