Fact vs. Fear 
A message from Wendell Long, Chairman of the Board 

The debate over the planned Rosemont Mine development is an interesting one.  The process is governed by an objective set of mining regulations overseen by the U.S. Forest Service, the federal agency charged with approving and monitoring mining operations in the U.S. Read more here

Chamber Gears Up New Programs to Promote Stronger Local Economy
A message from President and CEO Michael Varney

Hold on tight.  The Tucson Metro Chamber (TMC) is in the final planning stage of readiness to launch a number of new programs to promote a stronger local economy, advocate pro-business public policy louder than ever before and commit an army of volunteer support to improve quality of life in Tucson and Pima County. Read more here.

Staying Safe in the Office

Many office workers have been severely injured because simple safety rules and procedures were overlooked. Here are a few tips for playing it safe around the office. Click here for more.

New Members
Thank you for joining! We look forward to serving you!

Anniversaries
Congratulations! We appreciate your support over the years!

Los Compadres
This group of dynamic volunteers are here to help members maximize their membership, assist the Chamber at events, and have FUN doing it! Look for them at the next function - they are all wearing a blue ribbon!

Ribbon Cuttings
KoKo FitClub Tucson and Walgreen's recognized special milestones in their businesses. Congratulations and best of luck in the future! Click here to learn more about these businesses.

                 

 

Check out our calendar of events.
We look forward to seeing you at our events and committee meetings!

October 27  | Chamber XChange|  RSVP here by October 25
Join us at Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar as we network and link together to learn about opportunities within our business community. Enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres and cocktails at Fleming's while we Xchange contacts, ideas and knowledge. 

          

November 9 | Networking How-to "I Hate to Network!" | RSVP hear by November 8
Brown Bag Lunch - please bring your own lunch
Expect: innovative Ideas
Learn: What to do with pesky business cards
Achieve: Expert results without being a networking expert.

Event Wrap-up

Special Edition Good Morning Tucson | September 9 

           

 

 

 

On September 9, 2011 the Good Morning Tucson Special Edition event, Pixie Dust was held at the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa.  Over 500 guests joined our Presenting Sponsors, Pima Federal Credit Union and Casino Del Sol Resort & Conference Center to hear Doug Lipp spread his motivational message "Pixie Dust! Creating Service Magic". Click here for more. 

Meet & Greet | September 28

 

 

 

 

We hope you are ready for Election Day, those who attended the Southern Arizona Chamber of Commerce Alliance (SACCA) Meet & Greet which was hosted at the Tucson Metro Chamber sure are!

City of Tucson Mayoral and Council candidates got a chance to speak to over 50 attendees and tell them why they mean "business". In addition to meeting with hopefuls on a one on one basis, those who attended had the opportunity to meet with members of other SACCA member chambers and discuss the political climate in the region. Click here to see more

Money in Your Pocket | September 29

 

 

 

The Tucson Metro Chamber launched the Money in Your Pocket program at the Westin La Paloma Resort & Spa. Guest learned how to put money in their pocket and keep money in their pocket by accessing programs through the Tucson Metro Chamber. Of the programs that shared presentations on how their program works and how members can benefit, three were created to help you make money and the others were created to help you save mone.  Download a worksheet here to help you identify your company's opportunities with these programs.   Click here to see more

Wildcat Basketball Tip Off | October 11

 

 

 

The Wildcat spirit filled the Tucson University Marriott Park on October 11 for the Tucson Metro Chamber Wildcat Basketball Tip-Off presented by Desert Diamond Casinos & Entertainment. Over 400 members of the Tucson community gathered together to show support and celebrate the men's and women's basketball teams. Click here for more