Mesa Chamber of Commerce Blog
Meet the Member: Showtune Productions
About Showtune Productions Showtune Productions is a Mesa-based entertainment company, started in 2010, and dedicated to bringing live professional performances to audiences throughout Arizona and the United States. They have performed in over 100 venues throughout Arizona with subscription series at Chandler Center for the Arts, Queen Creek PAC, Red Mountain UMC, and Apache Junction…
Read MoreCommunity Action Partnership – September 2024 Meeting
Mesa Chamber’s Community Action Partnership (CAP) met on Tuesday Sept 10, and the focus was on Literacy month. In Arizona, literacy numbers are concerning.  However, continued focus on the topic can help change stats, and CAP featured guest speakers who are on the front lines including Beth Haas, MA Community Engagement Coordinator, SE Maricopa Region…
Read MoreGovernment Affairs Committee – August 2024 Meeting
The Government Affair Committee met this month with a special visit from City of Mesa Mayor John Giles and Gilbert Public Schools. Mayor Giles provided the committee with information on the Mesa 2024 Ballot Questions. Mesa 2024 Ballot Questions Question 1 focuses on the Permanent Base Adjustment. This would aim at adjusting the current base…
Read MoreA Recent Ruling Overturning the FTC’s Ban on Non-compete Agreements: What It Means for Small Business Owners
506 words ~ 2 min. read Recently, U.S. District Judge Ada Brown in Dallas blocked a Federal Trade Commission (FTC) rule aimed at banning non-compete agreements that employees typically sign. Judge Brown ruled that the FTC does not have the authority to eliminate practices it considers unfair competition through broad regulations. This decision follows a temporary…
Read MoreMentoring High Achievers: A Guide for Small Business Owners
555 words ~ 1.5 min. read As a small business owner or team leader, mentoring high achievers within your team can significantly enhance their potential and ultimately drive your business forward. A recent article in Harvard Business Review by leadership experts Ruth Gotian and Andy Lopata highlights the necessity of sophisticated mentoring for high achievers, offering three…
Read MoreMeet the Member: Elevation Academy
About Elevation Academy Elevation Academy School of Nursing is a privately owned establishment, located in Mesa, AZ. Elevation Academy specializes in vocational training that includes Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) training, Life Skills, CPR/ First Aid, Soft Skills, Resume Preparation and Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) courses. They are a state approved program with a graduation process…
Read MoreMeet the Member: EVE Pet Hospital
About EVE Pet Hospital EVE Pet Hospital is a 24/7 privately-owned and women-owned emergency veterinary hospital. They provide affordable emergency care surgery, endoscopy, and urgent care. While the veterinary industry is predominantly female, many leadership positions are still held by men. EVE Pet Hospital wanted to see women in leadership positions and after having seen…
Read MoreMeet the Member: Perfect Party Planner
About Perfect Party Planner (P3) Perfect Party Planner is all about bringing your dream events to life, whether for private gatherings or corporate functions. They specialize in taking the stress out of party planning so that you can focus on enjoying the moment. Their team handles every detail, from the initial concept to the final…
Read MoreMeet the Member: AZ Quality
About AZ Quality (AZQ) AZ QUALITY is a diverse Tier 2 provider of quality-assurance solutions for both incoming and outgoing manufactured products. In industries where reliability and safety are non-negotiable, their quality control services offer a crucial competitive advantage. They help identify and rectify issues early in the production cycle, saving you time and money,…
Read MoreThe FTC Ban on Fake Reviews and the Use of Bots: Implications for Small Businesses
689 words ~ 3.5 min. read The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has made an important move to ensure transparency and honesty in online reviews by banning deceptive practices that manipulate consumer opinions. This ban focuses on fake reviews and the use of bots to create false endorsements, requiring businesses to disclose any material connections with…
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