Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce

08/17/2026

🎶 75 Years of Community. One Unforgettable Night. 🎶

Credit Union West is celebrating 75 years of giving back, and you could celebrate from one of the best seats in the house!

Make a $75 donation to the CU West CARES Charitable Foundation and you’ll automatically be entered for a chance to win an exclusive suite experience to see The Red Clay Strays live at Desert Diamond Arena!

🎟️ The Prize: 10 tickets for one winner and nine guests
🎸 The Show: The Red Clay Strays, bringing their soulful mix of roots rock, southern rock, country and blues
💙 The Impact: Your donation supports the CU West CARES Charitable Foundation and its commitment to strengthening our community.

Celebrate 75 years of making a difference and you just might turn your generosity into an unforgettable night!

Donate and get full contest details:
https://www.cuwest.org/foundation/donate

08/12/2026

📣 WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU, SCOTTSDALE!
What questions do you want Scottsdale City Council candidates to answer?

The Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce is inviting residents to help shape the conversation at our two upcoming City Council Candidates Forums.

Questions submitted by the public will help guide the moderated discussions and ensure the candidates address the issues that matter most to our community.

Submit your questions to [email protected] by August 24.

🗓️ FORUM 1
Tuesday, September 29 | 6:00–7:30 PM
Scottsdale Center for the Performing Arts, 7380 E. 2nd St., Scottsdale, AZ 85251

🗓️ FORUM 2
Monday, October 19 | 6:00–7:30 PM
The Homestead Community Center at DC Ranch, 18600 N. 98th St., Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Your voice matters. Send us the questions you want answered, then join us to hear directly from the candidates seeking to help shape Scottsdale’s future.

🎟️ Registration is required to attend.
Register at: https://www.scottsdalechamber.com/

08/06/2026

🎙️ New Episode Available Now: The Scottsdale Chamber Podcast

What if your next major transition could become the beginning of something even better?

Chamber President & CEO Mark Stanton and Executive Director of Programs and Events Stephanie Miller sit down with Hilary DeCesare, founder of The ReLaunch ( http://therelaunch.com/ ), award-winning business and mindset coach, international speaker, and three-time international bestselling author.

Hilary shares her powerful 3HQ method for aligning your head, heart, and highest self, along with her neuroscience-backed “Tune In” process for gaining clarity, shifting your energy, visualizing success, and taking immediate action.

The conversation explores identity transformation, emotional connection, mentorship, music, lasting habits, and the unique challenges facing women entrepreneurs. Hilary also offers practical encouragement for anyone navigating change in their career, business, health, relationships, or personal life.

Stop postponing the change you know you need to make. Tune in and discover how small steps can lead to a richer, more fulfilling, and purpose-driven life.

🎧 Listen to the latest episode of The Scottsdale Chamber Podcast, available now online at: https://www.scottsdalechamber.com/chamber-podcast/

07/22/2026

Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce’s Sterling Awards Nov. 19

Apply today!

The countdown is on for the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce’s 40th annual Sterling Awards, and three important opportunities are now open: Chamber members can submit an award application, …

07/20/2026

Meet Dr. Luca Lioce, Naturopathic Medical Physician at Vita Sana Medical Center

Dr. Luca Lioce has built Vita Sana Naturopathic Medical Center around a deeply personalized approach to wellness, regenerative medicine, and aesthetic care. After beginning his professional journey in Italy as the owner of a successful dental practice, he moved to the United States, returned to medical school, and earned his Doctorate in Naturopathic Medicine from the Southwest College of Naturopathic Medicine and Health Sciences. He opened his Scottsdale practice in 2011, first focusing on pain management before expanding into the comprehensive center it is today.

At Vita Sana, Dr. Lioce combines advanced treatments with a whole-person philosophy designed to address root causes, support long-term wellness, and help patients feel healthier and more confident. His areas of expertise include regenerative medicine, IV therapy, aesthetic medicine, hormone therapy, pain management, peptide therapy, PRP, prolotherapy, ozone therapy, clinical nutrition, and other preventive and restorative treatments.

What sets Vita Sana apart is its elevated, bespoke approach. Every treatment plan is tailored to the individual, with an emphasis on natural-looking results, lasting vitality, and a comfortable, supportive patient experience. Dr. Lioce works with athletes and other patients to support recovery, reduce pain, prevent injuries, improve performance, and enhance overall quality of life.

From its Old Town Scottsdale location, Vita Sana Medical Center continues to grow as a trusted destination for patients seeking innovative, doctor-led care that helps them look and feel their best.

Learn more about Dr. Luca Lioce and Vita Sana Medical Center:
https://www.scottsdalechamber.com/member-spotlight/
https://vitasanacenter.com/

07/08/2026

Economic Output of Scottsdale Airport Stands At $1.1 Billion

The Scottsdale Municipal Airport has a total economic output of almost $1.1 billion, according to a report from Coffman and Associates. That accounts for approximately 5,200 jobs with just over …

07/02/2026

Happy Independence Day! 🇺🇸

As America celebrates its 250th anniversary, we wish all of our members and the Scottsdale community a safe, joyful, and memorable Fourth of July.

In observance of the holiday, the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce offices will be closed on Friday, July 3.

Have a wonderful holiday weekend!

06/22/2026

🎓 Great news for the Class of 2026—and for Scottsdale!

A new national study from CoworkingCafe ranks Scottsdale as the #! city in Arizona and the #6 best mid-sized city in the nation for recent college graduates. 🏆

Why is Scottsdale standing out? The numbers tell the story:
✅ 2nd lowest youth unemployment rate in the U.S. (just 2%)
✅ 6th highest percentage of young adults with bachelor's degrees (59%)
✅ Median graduate income of $91,240
✅ Strong health insurance coverage for young professionals
✅ A thriving mix of restaurants, entertainment, and leisure destinations
✅ One of the nation's highest concentrations of coworking spaces

As employers begin increasing entry-level hiring and the workforce continues to evolve, Scottsdale offers something today's graduates are looking for: outstanding career opportunities, an exceptional quality of life, and a vibrant business community where connections matter.

Congratulations to everyone who helps make Scottsdale a place where young professionals can launch successful careers—from our innovative employers and entrepreneurs to our educational partners and community leaders.

Read the full study here: https://www.coworkingcafe.com/blog/the-best-cities-for-recent-grads/

06/21/2026

Happy Father's Day to the incredible dads in our Chamber community!

From entrepreneurs to executives to everything in between, your leadership, dedication, and hard work help strengthen both your families and our business community.
Thank you for the example you set each day and for all you do to make Scottsdale an even better place to live, work, and thrive.

We appreciate you, and we celebrate you.

Happy Father's Day!

06/16/2026

75 years of Scottsdale. One morning to celebrate it all. 🌵
Join the Scottsdale Area Chamber of Commerce on Tuesday, June 23rd for a special history breakfast featuring Joan Fudala, author, community historian, and one of Scottsdale's most respected voices on local history. Joan will take you through the people, places, and pivotal moments that shaped "The West's Most Western Town" from incorporation in 1951 to the vibrant city it is today, complete with stunning historic images and a lively Q&A.

With seven books and more than 300 history-themed articles to her name, and a central role in the City's official 75th Anniversary celebration, Joan is the perfect guide for this milestone moment.
Whether you're a lifelong resident or a relative newcomer, you'll leave with a deeper appreciation for the community you call home.

📅 Tuesday, June 23rd | 7:15am Check-In | 7:30am Breakfast & Presentation
📍 3830 North Marshall Way, Scottsdale
🎟️ Members $40 | Non-Members $50

Register today at: https://shorturl.at/yheE9