Archive for September 2017
Two weeks with Frank Ferrara
During November of 2014, I spent 2 weeks with Frank Ferrara, previous President/CEO of the Fountain Hills Chamber. As the Board was considering me a candidate for this position, I requested an overlap period. It was helpful to understand some history of the Chamber and Frank’s management style. He was gracious enough to introduce me…
Read MoreMonday Member Spotlight: Chamber Ambassadors
We are looking for new Chamber Ambassadors! Do you want a fun and interactive way to get involved with the Fountain Hills Chamber and business community? If so, becoming a Chamber Ambassador could be for you! Benefits to being a Chamber Ambassador: · Involved in Chamber events · Opportunity to market your business and get…
Read MoreDACA to be discussed in Fountain Hills
While President Trump is phasing out DACA–Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals–many Arizona leaders are speaking out against his decision and urging Congress to act. Senator John McCain called it “the wrong approach to immigration policy.” Although McCain disagreed with the executive order of then-President Obama in June of 2012 to protect some people who immigrated illegally…
Read MoreSanitary forum–Four candidates, 2 seats on ballot
It’s been over a decade since the Fountain Hills Sanitary District received more applicants than seats available. The nearly 50 year old governmental organization has four candidates for only two open seats in the November 2017 board election. Ballot candidates are Gregg Dudash, Thomas Reski, Tony Finocchio and Scott Sommer. As the Town of Fountain Hills…
Read MoreMonday Member Spotlight: DayLite Films
Happy Monday, Fountain Hills! This week we want to let everyone know about an exciting addition to our FH Connect Networking Breakfast for September; DayLite Films will be filming the entire panel discussion between the candidates for the Sanitary District’s board of directors! Andrew Day, of DayLight Films, has agreed to completely cover the important…
Read MoreChamber board supports 2017 budget override
The Fountain Hills Chamber of Commerce supports the Fountain Hills Unified School District 2017 Election M&O Budget Override because we believe the value of excellent education is critical for the success of local students. It is also critical to the business community to be able to attract families with a quality education in our local…
Read MoreVisitors ask for advice about moving to Fountain Hills
Visitors ask questions of Chamber volunteers and staff about moving to Fountain Hills. Just last week a retired husband and wife stopped by the Chamber to inquire about living here. They asked 20 year resident Diane Cudzilo, Member Relations Coordinator, a myriad of questions ranging from why they should move here, night life and airport…
Read MoreMonday Member Spotlight: Auto-Mobile Detective
Hello, Fountain Hills! This week we are excited to highlight a new member of Auto-Mobile Detective’s team. They have a new service writer, and are excited to tell everyone more about him! This Chamber member business is thrilled to introduce their newest Service Writer, Jeff Smith. You will meet Jeff when you come into Auto…
Read MoreMonday Member Spotlight: Rio Verde Country Club
Our second Monday Member Spotlight is on Rio Verde Country Club! They are busy with offering a new discount for Chamber members, as well as a non-resident social membership! Now that the summer is coming to a close (even though the temperature hasn’t budged), the Rio Verde Country Club has it’s sights on the beautiful…
Read MoreMonday Member Spotlight: Spooner & Shaft Physical Therapy
For the first Member Monday Spotlight of September, we want to highlight a new staff member at Spooner & Shaft Physical Therapy! This Chamber member business recently brought Rachel Reimann on to their team. Rachel is the new athletic trainer, employed by Spooner and Shaft Physical Therapy and Fountain Hills High School. She will work…
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