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Education Committee
All Chamber members are invited to join the Education Committee as we work to strengthen connections between education, workforce development, and the business community in Mesa. Each month, guest speakers and community leaders share insights on current educational initiatives, workforce trends, student success programs, and opportunities to better prepare students for future careers. Attendees also have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships and collaborate on ways to support education and workforce readiness throughout the community.
Mission:
Foster collaboration between educational institutions, businesses, and community organizations to support student success and workforce development in Mesa.
Promote initiatives that help prepare students for meaningful careers through education, training, internships, and workforce engagement opportunities.
Encourage partnerships that strengthen career readiness, professional development, and real-world learning experiences for students of all ages.
Facilitators: Committee Chairs:Nathan Palmer, Polaris Academy
Staff Liaison: Bob Nelson, Director of Communications – Mesa Chamber of Commerce
Board Liaison: TBD
When This Committee Meets
This committee meeting is virtual
See upcoming meetings in the Chamber Event Calendar.
How to Be a Part of the Committee
Contact Staff Liaison Bob Nelson, at bnelson@MESACHAMBER.ORG.
Giving Catalog
Each year, the Chamber produces a "Giving Catalog" providing you efficient profiles for the non profit Mesa Chamber members. Included in that profile is data such as if the organization needs/utilizes volunteers, does the organization qualify for the Arizona tax credit, etc.
Click the button below to download the most recent edition PDF of the catalog.
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