Peoria Chamber of Commerce News & Topics

The Peoria Chamber of Commerce will be having a mixer on Wednesday, April 20 at Wet 'n' Wild Phoenix, 4243 W. Pinnacle Peak Rd, Glendale, AZ 85310. Set on more than 35 acres in North Phoenix Wet ‘n’ Wild water park is the largest theme park in Arizona and features Maximum Velocity – the world’s first, gravity-defying, dueling Master Blaster water coaster in addition to more than 30 other exhilarating slide and attractions. This mixer will be held... Read More

Jeanne Blackman of APS was elected Vice-Chair and Dee Baginski of Healthy U-Shaklee was elected Treasurer of the Board of Directors to fulfill the remainder of the 2010/2011 fiscal year.  The current Board of Directors include Chair Gina Kowacz (Peoria Diamond Club), Vice-Chair Jeanne Blackman (APS), Treasurer Dee Baginski (Healthy U-Shaklee), Secretary Steve Shmatko (Edward Jones), Mike Heath (SRP), Michelle Laurienti (BBB Systems), Chuck Strange (MaxSaveCard), George Thorne... Read More

Get your tickets now for the annual Taste of Peoria and Casino Nite, sponsored by Arizona Public Service (APS) and Professional Medical Transport (PMT) Ambulance. The event will be held March 31 at Peoria Sports Complex Club from 6 pm – 9 pm. Tickets are only $25 by March 25, and can be purchased online or by calling the chamber directly. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $35. This event filled evening will feature “tastes” from many... Read More

The Peoria Chamber is seeking three qualified individuals to serve on our Board of Directors. The elected three-year terms will begin July 2011 and join eight other elected directors. The Directors are the policy-making level of the chamber which sets goals to improve the chamber. They also contribute to the overall promotion and success of the Peoria Chamber through meeting attendance, committee involvement, and event support.   Directors serve a three-year term and are seated... Read More

The Peoria Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a New Business Member Orientation on March 14. The orientation will be held inside the Peoria Chamber Office beginning at 12 p.m. and lunch will be provided. Members and prospective members are invited to attend so they can get a better understanding as to what the Peoria Chamber of Commerce provides. Sponsored by SRP, there is no charge for this event. Reservations required and may be made by calling the chamber at 623-979-3601. Read More

Peoria, AZ- Director of Economic Development, Scott Whyte, will be our keynote speaker at the Peoria Chamber luncheon on Wednesday, March 9. The event will be held at Rio Vista Recreation Center in the Lakeview Room beginning at 11:15 with networking, followed by the luncheon and Scott Whyte’s presentation at 11:45. Citizens, businesses and community leaders are encouraged and welcome to attend. The luncheon costs $20, and tables of eight are available. Reservations are required... Read More

Peoria Chamber Members— The Peoria Chamber of Commerce invites you to attend the ribbon cutting and Champagne Brunch for Fratello’s Café and Catering on Tuesday, March 1. Fratello’s has been undergoing some remodeling and they are ready to cut the ribbon to a beautiful new café. This celebration will begin at 8:30 a.m., immediately following the Tuesday morning Chamber networking group hosted at Fratello’s. Please RSVP to the Chamber at 623-676-3601... Read More

Get your tickets now for the annual Taste of Peoria and Casino Nite, sponsored by Arizona Public Service (APS). The event will be held March 31 at Peoria Sports Complex Club from 6 pm – 9 pm. Tickets are only $25 by March 25, and can be purchased online or by calling the chamber directly. A limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $35. This event filled evening will feature “tastes” from many Peoria area restaurants.  Each attendee will... Read More

Spring Into Peoria Family Event You won’t want to miss the fun-filled family event “Spring Into Peoria” on February 26, 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. at Arrowhead Fountains (83rd Ave. and Stadium Way).   The event offers something for everyone from food samplings, interactive games to entertainment and the kick-off to Spring Training.   Fan Fest in Peoria Fan Fest is February 26th at Peoria Sports Complex from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. the official start of the... Read More

Mayor Bob Barrett will deliver the 2011 State of the City Address at the Peoria Chamber luncheon on January 12. The event will be held at Rio Vista Recreation Center in the Lakeview Room beginning at 11:15 with networking, followed by the luncheon and the Mayor’s presentation at 11:45. Citizens, businesses and community leaders will get a first-hand look at Mayor Barrett’s vision for the City of Peoria and an update on his priorities for the community. Sponsored by APS,... Read More