Posts Tagged ‘leadership’
Opportunities don’t just happen — you create them
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS May 12, 2023 In recent weeks, people are asking, “What is changing at the Chamber?” The answer is a lot! For one, our membership is growing. Just in the last few weeks, we had 10 new businesses join the Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau.…
Read MoreArizona Hispanic Chamber opens new avenues for Sedona businesses
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS May 5, 2023 Life as a small business owner can be compared to riding a roller coaster with no safety brakes. When the unexpected occurs such as a slowing economy or changes in travel and tourism trends, our partners must be ready for anything. We work…
Read MoreSCC&TB Visitor Center serves residents and visitors
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS April 28, 2023 During this busy time of year, Sedona welcomes people from around the world. While some are less than pleased with the number of visitors who come to our beautiful town, we sometimes fail to recognize that we were once tourists ourselves. What drew…
Read MoreThe future of tourism in Sedona is officially in flux
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS April 21, 2023 Last week’s decision by the City Council to study city management of the billion-dollar tourism industry will require considerable time, resources and expertise. For many years, the Sedona Chamber & Tourism Bureau worked with the city to manage tourism’s positive and negative effects in…
Read MoreChamber’s New Tourism Direction Won’t Rely on City Funding
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS April 14, 2023 Last week, the Chamber Board of Directors unanimously voted not to renew our tourism contract with the city of Sedona. The unanimity of the Board’s direction is a critical point: Our Chamber policymakers, supported by more than 740 nonprofit and business partners, have…
Read MoreAdvancing Business Sustainability in the Verde Valley
On March 30, 2023 members of the Verde Valley community came together to learn about resources that help align businesses with sustainable targets. Sustainable business practices can save money, delight customers, and attract and retain great employees. Programs and organizations in the Verde Valley that assist business in becoming sustainable were presented. Participants were introduced…
Read MoreChamber Membership Aids in Community Connections, Business Development
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS April 7, 2023 As one of the region’s largest business organization, we’ve learned about advocating for small businesses and supporting their growth through the multitude of programs that we offer such as seminars, speakers, newsletters, luncheons, networking opportunities and helping others make the best connections.…
Read MoreSedona Chamber to End City Partnership, Take Tourism Management in New Directions
Decision ends 20 -year partnership and opens the way for options in marketing and managing Red Rock Country’s largest industry. Sedona, Ariz. (April 5, 2023) The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau Board of Directors voted unanimously this week not to renew its tourism contract with the City of Sedona, opening new directions…
Read MoreSmall Business, Sustainability, Tourism, Diversification all Critical to Sedona’s Economy
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS March 31, 2023 Last week, we welcomed two new businesses with a double ribbon-cutting ceremony near Tlaquepaque Arts & Shopping Village, Mi Amore and Terrapin Station by El Portal. Sandy Patel and PJ Malani have opened Mi Amore gift shop in the original historic Hart store…
Read MoreSedona Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau’s role in the community is multi-faceted
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS March 24, 2023 The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau’s role in our community has many facets and includes everything from supporting trail preservation, hosting a business mixer, initiating a recycling drive, and honoring over 200 women business leaders. It is understandable why people have…
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