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Community 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 — plus the chance to ask questions — is an authentic ‘town hall’ experience. It’s…

A 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 galleries, businesses are feeling the pinch: 77% of respondents to a recent Chamber survey said…

Birthday Celebration of Sedona Schnebly, the City’s Namesake

The Sedona Heritage Museum will kickoff their year-long celebration of their 25th anniversary with a day of free admission for local* residents on Friday, February 24th. The 24th just happens to also be the 146th birthday of Sedona Schnebly, the city’s namesake. In her honor, the Sedona Chamber of Commerce will bring the cake and…

The 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 and the Rocky Mountains? You can, of course. Establishing those distinctions is one function of…

Redefining 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 never been true. The Chamber’s support comes from more than 700 members who pay an…

Cowboy Boot Camp’s “Horsemanship Fundamentals”

Join Cowboy Jim for a weekend course full of insightful rider education, personal growth, unique social experiences, and fun, in the stunning Red Rock area of Sedona, Arizona. Working with Horses and captivating views in one the most enchanting places on the planet – what could be better! At Cowboy Boot Camp®, they have…

Chamber 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 – a testament to Sedona’s economic dynamism. Since October, we have noted the opening of new…

2023 Means Working Together to Face Economic Challenges

THIS ARTICLE APPEARS IN THE RED ROCK NEWS January 6, 2023 This first week of the new year finds us enthusiastic about 2023 — well-rested and ready — after a wonderful holiday season. Although economic forces kept 2022 from being the full recovery year we had hoped for and will remain challenging for the foreseeable future,…