Annual Event Calendar
For Upcoming Events in the Sedona Verde Valley Region.
For recordings of past events and presentations, go to Chamber Events & Presentations Library.
Sedona Chamber Nonprofit Leadership Roundtable
The Sedona Chamber proudly boasts 130 nonprofit members who work every day to support our greater Sedona community. We are here to support them in their work; this quarterly meeting is a benefit of membership, thanks to the generous program underwriting by the Arizona Community Foundation. We invite the 130+ nonprofit members supporting the community to enjoy the workshop and complimentary breakfast at the Sedona Community Center.
Not a member, contact Erin Bruce at ebruce@sedonachamber.com.
March 28: Nonprofit Topic: Attracting & Motivating Volunteers
Presented by: Patrick Schweiss and Reba Stone from the Sedona International Film Festival
When: Tuesday, March 28, 2023, from 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. Event is Full
Where: Sedona Community Center at 2615 Melody Ln, Sedona, AZ 86336
June 13: Nonprofit Topic: Creating and Maintaining a Nonprofit Board
Presented by: Judith Smith, MA, CFRE, President at Giving Smith
When: Tuesday, June 13, 2023, from 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. RSVP Here
Where: Sedona Community Center at 2615 Melody Ln, Sedona, AZ 86336
September 12: Nonprofit Topic: Creative Solutions for Common Grant Writing Obstacles
Presented by: Eric Stoff, Grant & Proposal Writer at REDC at Yavapai College
When: Tuesday, September 12, 2023, from 8:00 – 9:30 a.m. RSVP Here
Where: Sedona Community Center at 2615 Melody Ln, Sedona, AZ 86336
Coffee Chat
Michelle Conway, President/CEO of the Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau,
invites you to talk, ask questions, share ideas and enjoy a cup of coffee. The Coffee Chats are held monthly and are limited to four people, so everyone has time to share and get answers.
The Coffee Chat starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. Please arrive five minutes early.
This ongoing program is held at the Sedona Chamber Administration Office at 45 Sunset Drive.
Thursday, March 30, 2023, from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. The Coffee Chat is full, please RSVP for April 26.
Thursday, April 26, 2023, from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. RSVP Here
Thursday, May 18, 2023, from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. RSVP Here
Thursday, June 15, 2023, from 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. RSVP Here
If you have any questions, please contact Erin Bruce at 928-204-1123 (ext. 120).
Advancing Business Sustainability in the Verde Valley
Join your Verde Valley peers to learn about resources to help you align your business with sustainable targets.
Sustainable business practices can save money, delight customers, and attract and retain great employees. At this event you will hear from leaders of the following programs available in the Verde Valley:
- Sustainable Business Certification – VVREO
- SCALE UP – Local First
- Going Green & Going Smart – APS
- River-Friendly Living – Friends of the Verde River
- Verde Grown – Town of Camp Verde
When: Thursday, March 30. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Event is 5 – 7 p.m.
Where: Cottonwood Community Club House on 805 N Main Street, Cottonwood 86326
Strategies for Success: Paid Social Media Advertising
Join the Sedona Chamber for Strategies for Success: Paid Social Media Advertising
After the presentations, there will be time for questions.
When: Wednesday, April 5, 2023, from 8:30 – 10 a.m.
Where: Mary D. Fisher, 2030 W State Rte 89A, Sedona, AZ
Event Sponsor: APS
Partner Benefit Review
We invite you to the Sedona Chamber Administrative Office for a Partner Benefit Review. We will highlight the benefits the Chamber offers.
This workshop will inspire you to learn how to get the most out of our partnership! You will meet fellow members who will join us for a refresher.
If you have any questions, contact Erin Bruce at 928.204.1123 (ext. 120).
Thursday, April 13, from 9 – 10 a.m. – RSVP Here
Thursday, May 04, from 9 – 10 a.m. – RSVP Here
Thursday, June 08, from 9 – 10 a.m. – RSVP Here
Where: Sedona Chamber of Commerce Office at 45 Sunset Drive
Business Spotlight & Networking
You asked, and we are bringing back another networking event for you. You’re invited to enjoy the views, drinks, food and the company of fellow business partners at the next Sedona Chamber’s Business Spotlight & Networking event! Bring your one-minute elevator speech to share about your business and the service you offer.
The event will be held on the third floor, and when you’re there, you’ll see why it’s called “The View Deck!” The last networking event sold out. Be sure to reserve your spot today; $10 for members, $15 for non-members, and the Courtyard by Marriott will offer a cash bar. Don’t forget to bring at least 50 business cards for the networking portion of the event.
When: Wednesday, April 19, 2023, from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Where: Courtyard by Marriott Sedona at 4105 State Route 89A | Event will be held on the third floor at The View Deck
Business Tax Basics Training
Learn more about Arizona’s Transaction Privilege Tax (TPT) from the experts at the Arizona Department of Revenue. The training will cover:
- Licensing and Reporting
- Location Based Reporting
- Tax Rates
- Exemption Certificates
- Added Tax Versus Tax Factoring
There will be time to ask clarifying questions.
This is a free event, please RSVP HERE.
When: Tuesday, May 9, 2023, from – 10 a.m. – noon
Location: In Person Only – Yavapai College Sedona Center, 4215 Arts Village Dr, Room 34
Presented by: Education & Compliance Arizona Department of Revenue
Strategies for Success: Equality in the Workplace
SBDC at Yavapai College and Sedona Chamber brings another educational and timely Strategies for Success series.
Presenter Jan Montgomery, President of Unify Sedona, will delve into how to create Equality in the Workplace.
After the presentations, there will be time for one-on-one connections.
When: Wednesday, June 7, 2023, from 8:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Where: Yavapai College Sedona Center, 4215 Arts Village Drive, Sedona | Room 34
The Sedona Chamber gives thanks to this event’s sponsor: APS
Free Community Shredding Event
Sedona area residents may shred four banker boxes for free. Please line up in the parking lot and remain in your car. This will be a contactless event. Place your items to be shred in your back seat or trunk, and the Elevated Shredding crew will remove them from your car. The Sedona Chamber and the American Legion Post 135 Honor / Color Guard will assist with directions in the parking lot.
Where: Sedona Performing Arts Center, 995 Upper Red Rock Loop Rd
SCORE & SBDC Counseling
When: By Appointment
Where: Mentoring sessions available remotely
RSVP: Schedule your appointment at 928.778.7438 or email Irvin Wayne Brewer.
For more information on SCORE, click here.
For more information on Yavapai SBDC or Coconino SBDC.