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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Read MoreMaking Sedona a better place
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS March 17, 2023 As the Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau’s President and CEO, it is my mission to help make a difference in Sedona. On March 8, International Women’s…
Read MoreCelebrating Sedona’s Women Leaders
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS March 3, 2023 Exciting News! The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau’s second annual International Women’s Day Luncheon at the Poco Diablo Resort to be held on March 8 is sold…
Read MoreSedona is preparing for one of its biggest events of the year
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS February 17, 2023 This past weekend, Arizona rocked it with major back-to-back sports events such as Super Bowl LVII and the Waste Management Phoenix Open. Nearly 73,000 fans were expected to…
Read MoreCommunity Events designed to stimulate conversation
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS February 10, 2023 Thanks to everyone who engaged in the Community Pulse event yesterday at the Performing Arts Center at Sedona Red Rock High School. Getting in-person updates from community leaders…
Read MoreA new direction in marketing during uncertain times
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS February 3, 2023 The most immediate critical issue for the Chamber is helping steady the local economy in uncertain times. Tourism has slowed. From hotels and shops to restaurants and art…
Read MoreThe Right Kind of Marketing Can Address Tourism Challenges
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS January 27, 2023 How do you feel about Colorado? What about Utah? Can you make a mental distinction between these neighboring states even though they share a border, a tourism economy…
Read MoreRedefining tourism management is a critical, yet chaotic process
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS January 20, 2023 True or false: Does city tax dollars paid by Sedona residents fund the Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau? Many people persistently believe this, though it has…
Read MoreChamber welcomes new businesses partners
THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS January 13, 2023 The new year is a time for a fresh start, and we are delighted to see that in January, new local businesses and Chamber members are emerging –…
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