Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation

Celebrating National Clinical Nurse Specialist Recognition Week! Clinical Nurse Specialists in Arizona play a vital role in healthcare innovation and patient care. View the #ConnectToWorkAZ job board for direct-hire healthcare positions in Arizona. >> https://ow.ly/pU1350Th0tU #GPCF #ConnectToWorkAZ

Don't miss out on the latest news from the Foundation! 💡 Our newsletter provides an exclusive insight into how we're shaping the future of Arizona's workforce from innovative education programs and incentives to impactful partnerships. Subscribe to our Community in Focus newsletter today! >> https://lnkd.in/gniNJrbf #GPCF

Don't forget to register by tomorrow for Economic Outlook 2025! This event offers a unique opportunity to hear from top economic experts about the key trends shaping local, national, and global economies. Hear from Steve M. Wyett, CFA, Chief Investment Strategist at BOK Financial, Sandra Watson, President & CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority, and Orphe Divounguy, Senior Economist at Zillow! Prepare your business for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead, and connect with local leaders. Don’t miss this chance to stay ahead of the curve and get ready to thrive in the new year! https://lnkd.in/garnKGCk

Mark your calendars for Economic Outlook 2025 on September 13th! Gain exclusive insights from Steve M. Wyett, CFA Chief Investment Strategist at BOK Financial, and experts on economic trends, housing, and more. Equip your business with the knowledge to navigate 2025 successfully. Don't miss this chance to connect with top Valley business leaders. Register by September 6th to reserve your spot! 🌟 https://lnkd.in/garnKGCk

Don’t miss Economic Outlook 2025 on September 13th! 📅 Join us for an informative event featuring Steve M. Wyett, CFA, Chief Investment Strategist at BOK Financial, Sandra Watson, President & CEO of the Arizona Commerce Authority, and Orphe Divounguy, Senior Economist at Zillow. Discover the latest trends in economics, housing, and more to help your business thrive in 2025. This is a must-attend event for anyone looking to stay ahead in the Valley’s business landscape. Reserve your spot by September 6th!🔗✨ https://lnkd.in/garnKGCk

Congratulations to our Chief Innovation Officer, Jennifer Mellor, for being named one of InBusinessPHX's 2024 Women of Achievement! Jennifer is a true leader, driving innovation and success across the Foundation's workforce initiatives. We're proud to see her recognized alongside 13 other incredible women from diverse sectors. This October 15th, InBusiness Phoenix Magazine will host its Women of Achievement luncheon event celebrating their success. "I challenge the word “no” and encourage my team to think beyond boundaries and empower them to take risks when needed." – Jennifer Mellor, CIO, Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation Get to know Jennifer Mellor and hear her story in her own words. >> https://lnkd.in/gSfCJUzJ #GPCF

Happy Labor Day! Today, we honor the hardworking individuals who drive Arizona’s workforce forward. The Foundation is committed to providing opportunities across the Valley through business, education, and community to develop a stronger workforce and healthier communities. #LaborDay #GPCF

This week, the Foundation brought together distinguished industry leaders for our annual Workforce Summit, sparking powerful conversations about the future of Arizona's workforce. We were honored to have University of Phoenix Vice Provost, Doris Savron, Arizona Department of Economic Opportunity Director, Carlos Contreras, Bank of America Phoenix President, Scott Vanderpool, Arizona State University Helios Decision Center for Educational Excellence Director, Joe O'Reilly, and Arizona Commerce Authority Senior Vice President of Research, Shawn Marie Neidorf, share valuable insights during the general sessions. Our breakout sessions featured industry experts who delved into critical topics – building a talent pipeline through student internships, employee retention tools, childcare solutions, and more! Attendees had the opportunity to explore strategies to tackle workforce challenges impacting their business. A huge thank you to our sponsors, University of Phoenix, Maricopa Community Colleges, Southwest Gas Corporation, Southwest Airlines, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona, and Salt River Project, speakers, and team for making the event a success! Check out our website to see our just-released Community Impact Report.  >> https://lnkd.in/gXZArAkh Information shared during the event can be viewed on our website.  >> https://lnkd.in/gmJrG8K #GPCF #WorkforceSummit2024

I might be biased, but I work with the best team. Today, we hosted our annual Workforce Summit, bringing together employers and education leaders from across Arizona and all of the keynote presentations and breakout sessions were so insightful that I'm still processing it all! The Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation continues to amaze me, and today was a wonderful reminder of the positive impact they’re making in our communities—and that there’s still so much work to be done. Happy CHAMBERVERSARY Torie Hayes &Nicole Eberhart 👏🏻🎉 #greaterphoenixchamberfoundation #wfsummit24 #networking #workforce #connecttowork #ElevateEdAZ #connect #business #arizona #education

This week, I was back in #Arizona again, this time for the Greater Phoenix Chamber Foundation’s workforce development summit. The content was so interesting and the attendees so engaging that I didn’t get very good photos. 🤦♀️ But here are some of the things I learned: Jill Buschbacher and her team are running a really innovative and highly successful workforce development program through the chamber that connects unemployed and underemployed people in Arizona to good jobs in IT and health care. It’s called Connect to Work AZ and is based on a Chicago model; In Carlos Contreras’ remarks I learned that the Arizona economy is thriving and job creation is outpacing other states, with close to 200,000 new jobs added this year; I learned from Scott Vanderpool about all the amazing investment Bank of America is making is the greater Phoenix area, including the free courses they offer to the community and the upskilling they do of their own workforce; I learned from Banner Health, Dignity Health and others in the health space about the ways companies are focusing on wellness and K-12 students; I heard from James Macdonald at J.P. Morgan about the bank’s commitment to fair chance hiring and their investment in the Valley of the Sun United Way collaborative; I learned from Shawn Marie Neidorf about the role of the Arizona Commerce Authority to attract new business and create new jobs, as well as the millions of dollars of capital investment made by new companies; I heard from everyone that Arizona’s economy is strong and there is a workforce shortage across all sectors. Finally, I was able to share the way Rasa helps employers #recruit and #retain good talent and provide opportunities for low income people with criminal records who want to contribute. Thanks to Jennifer Mellor and team for a terrific day! I left feeling energized about how the community in Arizona is coming together, as well as the opportunity for Rasa to help employers access the over 2 million people with criminal records who are too often overlooked or left behind. Look forward to working with you all to fill your open jobs, strengthen the economy, and build a better future for all!