http://northphoenixchamber.com The mission of the Chamber is to unite the people of commerce, industry, education and the professions to work together for the development of the greater North Phoenix area. The Chamber believes that by fostering business growth and prosperity, the quality of life of the entire area is improved. The North Phoenix Chamber provides businesses the opportunity to network and build relationships that make for long term success. We provide resources depending on the need to help build our members specific businesses. We are a volunteer driven organization with emphisis on peer-to-peer contacts. Our volunteer leadership provides the vision and commitment to make positive things happen in our community. We are advocates for the small and medium sized businesses in our served area with special emphisis on local concerns and issues. We do not endorse candidates for elected positions but do endeavor to bring to our members the positions of candidates on various business oriented issues. We sponsor or co-sponsor candidate forums and other activities to provide our members and the community with candidate and issue information. We do take positions on specific issues, legislation, ordinances and regulations that we believe are important to our business community. Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:01:00 +0000 http://snappages.com en http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2012/01/11/social-media-frenzy http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2012/01/11/social-media-frenzy Wed, 11 Jan 2012 13:01:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2012/01/11/social-media-frenzy
For many of my friends and associates there seems to be a slight disconnect with technology in general. It's not that we [...]]]>
For many of my friends and associates there seems to be a slight disconnect with technology in general. It's not that we don't know how to use it (contrary to the Gen Y'ers belief) it's just that I would much rather make a 2 minute phone call, get all the information and be done with it. The whole texting thing takes 3 times as long and information is ambiguous at best. I don't know is it just me or do you feel the same way?

Social Media such as LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter are great. After all they are FREE! The platform should be kept professional if you are using the page for your business. As a matter of fact there are several social media fopaux's that you should be aware of. There is alot to learn on how to maximize the effectiveness of these tools. My question for you is this: How has Social Media enhanced your profitability? I would love to know.

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/12/28/happy-new-year http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/12/28/happy-new-year Wed, 28 Dec 2011 17:01:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/12/28/happy-new-year
The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce has seen its share of economic seasons. Over the past 49 years the NPCC has weathered them all to emerge as a leader in the community and a champion [...]]]>
The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce has seen its share of economic seasons. Over the past 49 years the NPCC has weathered them all to emerge as a leader in the community and a champion for commerce in the North Phoenix region. I have seen our members experience both financial ruin and financial abundance in these most unusual of times. One thing remains strong in all the change and uncertainty. And that is the spirit of the individual.

I am proud to know each and every member of this great Chamber. The level of professionalism, dignity, and honor in which I have seen demonstrated by our members brings me great joy and happiness. It is an inspiration to help grow our chamber to new levels of success.

Please take a moment to call a North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce member from the directory (someone you do not know) and introduce yourself. Lets make 2012 even better than we can imagine.

Thank you for who you are, all you do, and your continued support.

Sincerely,
Edward J. Gomillion

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/12/06/ready-fire-aim http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/12/06/ready-fire-aim Tue, 06 Dec 2011 17:07:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/12/06/ready-fire-aim
With the 2012 New Year barreling down upon us at lightening speed the risk of making decisions that are not [...]]]>
With the 2012 New Year barreling down upon us at lightening speed the risk of making decisions that are not necessarily in outr best interest increases. Not that you shouldn't make decisions quickly and move forward. We have all seen these "snails" that make decisions long after an opportunity presents itself. Or more frustrating yet they don't make a decision at all, ever.

So with this in mind I write to you with a simple request that can make a positive change for your life. Take a little time to review my request. Ask the important questions like "what do I have to lose?" or "What can I do differently to improve my life?". You know, the simple questions. Then make a decision to take action.

My request is for you to call me so we can talk about a plan to help you inprove your financial future in 2012. I want to share with you ways the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce can help enhance your financial future and reduce the stress that has consumed most of us through 2011.

I look forward to hearing from you soon. 602.482.3344

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/09/23/what-recession-special-event http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/09/23/what-recession-special-event Fri, 23 Sep 2011 11:23:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/09/23/what-recession-special-event Details: Come and join us to learn how to maximaze the current economy and the many opportunities afforded you in these changing times. Edward J. Gomillion and Special guest Jody Voorhees of Social Media Superhighway will present ways you can EXPLODE your business with growth and abundance.

Description: This event is by [...]]]>
Details: Come and join us to learn how to maximaze the current economy and the many opportunities afforded you in these changing times. Edward J. Gomillion and Special guest Jody Voorhees of Social Media Superhighway will present ways you can EXPLODE your business with growth and abundance.

Description: This event is by invitation only. The seating is limited to the first 50 people who RSVP. If you are a NPCC member you may RSVP for yourself and up to 3 guests. RSVP IS REQUIRED OR YOU WILL NOT BE ADMITTED!
Event Date: 09-29-11

Event Time: 9:00 am - 10:30 am
Location: Keller Graduate School of Business Management
18500 N Allied Way
Suite 150
Phoenix, AZ 85054

Contact Person: Edward J. Gomillion
Phone: 602.482.3344



]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/07/02/happy-independance-day http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/07/02/happy-independance-day Sat, 02 Jul 2011 15:40:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/07/02/happy-independance-day


I thought you might enjoy reading this:

IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776

The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America

When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to assume among [...]]]>


I thought you might enjoy reading this:

IN CONGRESS, JULY 4, 1776

The unanimous Declaration of the thirteen united States of America

When in the Course of human events it becomes necessary for one people to dissolve the political bands which have connected them with another and to assume among the powers of the earth, the separate and equal station to which the Laws of Nature and of Nature's God entitle them, a decent respect to the opinions of mankind requires that they should declare the causes which impel them to the separation.

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness. — That to secure these rights, Governments are instituted among Men, deriving their just powers from the consent of the governed, — That whenever any Form of Government becomes destructive of these ends, it is the Right of the People to alter or to abolish it, and to institute new Government, laying its foundation on such principles and organizing its powers in such form, as to them shall seem most likely to effect their Safety and Happiness. Prudence, indeed, will dictate that Governments long established should not be changed for light and transient causes; and accordingly all experience hath shewn that mankind are more disposed to suffer, while evils are sufferable than to right themselves by abolishing the forms to which they are accustomed. But when a long train of abuses and usurpations, pursuing invariably the same Object evinces a design to reduce them under absolute Despotism, it is their right, it is their duty, to throw off such Government, and to provide new Guards for their future security. — Such has been the patient sufferance of these Colonies; and such is now the necessity which constrains them to alter their former Systems of Government. The history of the present King of Great Britain is a history of repeated injuries and usurpations, all having in direct object the establishment of an absolute Tyranny over these States. To prove this, let Facts be submitted to a candid world.

He has refused his Assent to Laws, the most wholesome and necessary for the public good.

He has forbidden his Governors to pass Laws of immediate and pressing importance, unless suspended in their operation till his Assent should be obtained; and when so suspended, he has utterly neglected to attend to them.

He has refused to pass other Laws for the accommodation of large districts of people, unless those people would relinquish the right of Representation in the Legislature, a right inestimable to them and formidable to tyrants only.

He has called together legislative bodies at places unusual, uncomfortable, and distant from the depository of their Public Records, for the sole purpose of fatiguing them into compliance with his measures.

He has dissolved Representative Houses repeatedly, for opposing with manly firmness his invasions on the rights of the people.

He has refused for a long time, after such dissolutions, to cause others to be elected, whereby the Legislative Powers, incapable of Annihilation, have returned to the People at large for their exercise; the State remaining in the mean time exposed to all the dangers of invasion from without, and convulsions within.

He has endeavoured to prevent the population of these States; for that purpose obstructing the Laws for Naturalization of Foreigners; refusing to pass others to encourage their migrations hither, and raising the conditions of new Appropriations of Lands.

He has obstructed the Administration of Justice by refusing his Assent to Laws for establishing Judiciary Powers.

He has made Judges dependent on his Will alone for the tenure of their offices, and the amount and payment of their salaries.

He has erected a multitude of New Offices, and sent hither swarms of Officers to harass our people and eat out their substance.

He has kept among us, in times of peace, Standing Armies without the Consent of our legislatures.

He has affected to render the Military independent of and superior to the Civil Power.

He has combined with others to subject us to a jurisdiction foreign to our constitution, and unacknowledged by our laws; giving his Assent to their Acts of pretended Legislation:

For quartering large bodies of armed troops among us:

For protecting them, by a mock Trial from punishment for any Murders which they should commit on the Inhabitants of these States:

For cutting off our Trade with all parts of the world:

For imposing Taxes on us without our Consent:

For depriving us in many cases, of the benefit of Trial by Jury:

For transporting us beyond Seas to be tried for pretended offences:

For abolishing the free System of English Laws in a neighbouring Province, establishing therein an Arbitrary government, and enlarging its Boundaries so as to render it at once an example and fit instrument for introducing the same absolute rule into these Colonies

For taking away our Charters, abolishing our most valuable Laws and altering fundamentally the Forms of our Governments:

For suspending our own Legislatures, and declaring themselves invested with power to legislate for us in all cases whatsoever.

He has abdicated Government here, by declaring us out of his Protection and waging War against us.

He has plundered our seas, ravaged our coasts, burnt our towns, and destroyed the lives of our people.

He is at this time transporting large Armies of foreign Mercenaries to compleat the works of death, desolation, and tyranny, already begun with circumstances of Cruelty & Perfidy scarcely paralleled in the most barbarous ages, and totally unworthy the Head of a civilized nation.

He has constrained our fellow Citizens taken Captive on the high Seas to bear Arms against their Country, to become the executioners of their friends and Brethren, or to fall themselves by their Hands.

He has excited domestic insurrections amongst us, and has endeavoured to bring on the inhabitants of our frontiers, the merciless Indian Savages whose known rule of warfare, is an undistinguished destruction of all ages, sexes and conditions.

In every stage of these Oppressions We have Petitioned for Redress in the most humble terms: Our repeated Petitions have been answered only by repeated injury. A Prince, whose character is thus marked by every act which may define a Tyrant, is unfit to be the ruler of a free people.

Nor have We been wanting in attentions to our British brethren. We have warned them from time to time of attempts by their legislature to extend an unwarrantable jurisdiction over us. We have reminded them of the circumstances of our emigration and settlement here. We have appealed to their native justice and magnanimity, and we have conjured them by the ties of our common kindred to disavow these usurpations, which would inevitably interrupt our connections and correspondence. They too have been deaf to the voice of justice and of consanguinity. We must, therefore, acquiesce in the necessity, which denounces our Separation, and hold them, as we hold the rest of mankind, Enemies in War, in Peace Friends.

We, therefore, the Representatives of the united States of America, in General Congress, Assembled, appealing to the Supreme Judge of the world for the rectitude of our intentions, do, in the Name, and by Authority of the good People of these Colonies, solemnly publish and declare, That these united Colonies are, and of Right ought to be Free and Independent States, that they are Absolved from all Allegiance to the British Crown, and that all political connection between them and the State of Great Britain, is and ought to be totally dissolved; and that as Free and Independent States, they have full Power to levy War, conclude Peace, contract Alliances, establish Commerce, and to do all other Acts and Things which Independent States may of right do. — And for the support of this Declaration, with a firm reliance on the protection of Divine Providence, we mutually pledge to each other our Lives, our Fortunes, and our sacred Honor.

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/28/a-time-to-reflect http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/28/a-time-to-reflect Sat, 28 May 2011 17:22:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/28/a-time-to-reflect We all have a tendency to host our own personal pitty party from time to time. If we really, and I mean really [...]]]> We all have a tendency to host our own personal pitty party from time to time. If we really, and I mean really take the time to look at all the blessings and good things happening in our life we can put the negative "nast" (as my Sweetheart calls it) into perspective.
Lets all take this Memorial Day and the upcomming week to make a veteran's,or their families life a bit easier. Random acts of kindness for the men and women who risk their lives for our freedom.
If you are a veteran from ANY branch of service and a member of the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce please call or email me with your name and service information. I would like to honor you in the mid week email blast and promote your business for FREE!
Thank you to all our veterans.
~Edward

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/24/growth-growth-and-what-was-the-third-thing-oh-yeah-growth http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/24/growth-growth-and-what-was-the-third-thing-oh-yeah-growth Tue, 24 May 2011 08:58:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/24/growth-growth-and-what-was-the-third-thing-oh-yeah-growth From my experience it is not just money (greed) that people are after. It is what the money can provide by way of lifestyle. It has often been said that money can't buy happiness. We [...]]]> From my experience it is not just money (greed) that people are after. It is what the money can provide by way of lifestyle. It has often been said that money can't buy happiness. We know this to be true because there are plenty of unhappy wealthy people. We also know that poverty can't buy happiness either. So how do we find the sweet success that we all long for? The answer is growth. Personal and professional growth. The challenge has always been figuring out how to grow your net worth in a cost effective way. This is why everywhere you turn there is a networking group for you to attend. Networking is essential to business growth. After all, if they don't know you exist they won't call.
The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce has a better way of networking for you to consider. The difference is in the philosophy and climate of our groups. Yes, we want growth and referrals for ourselves. However, we want to first be thinking about how we can help our Chamber brothers and sisters with referrals and contacts. It is due to this culture of thinking that our groups don't have to be the largest in number. Our members are an amazing resource to each other as human contact databases.
Join me on this fantastic mission to help NPCC members grow. To see change in the world you must first become change you wish to see. I am looking forward to creating positive change in our community with your help.
~Edward

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/14/our-three-biggest-obstacles http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/14/our-three-biggest-obstacles Sat, 14 May 2011 10:51:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/14/our-three-biggest-obstacles Me, Myself, and I. Every time I, Myself want to do something productive guess who gets in the way. That's right, Me. I try to tell Myself that if I can just get past Me I could do some wonderful things. As for Myself, I have to [...]]]> Me, Myself, and I. Every time I, Myself want to do something productive guess who gets in the way. That's right, Me. I try to tell Myself that if I can just get past Me I could do some wonderful things. As for Myself, I have to agree. Lately, life has been all about Me. If Me, Myself, and I could only come to an agreement that life should be about helping Everyone the world would be a better place. Although, no one knows Myself better than Me. I just don't think I can help Everyone with just Me. However, by Myself I think Everyone I meet can be helped in some way. As long as Everyone knows it's not about Me. What do You think?

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/09/the-past-four-months http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/09/the-past-four-months Mon, 09 May 2011 10:01:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/05/09/the-past-four-months What I have seen over the [...]]]> What I have seen over the past four months is our Board of Directors come together and rally with me (not behind me) to achieve great success. While not everything has gone as planned (does it ever?) I think we have set the stage for the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce to be the "Elite" chamber in the State of Arizona. Sure I dropped the ball on some things and I have no doubt that I will in the future. However, I will always do my best to make it right and help our members. So if you are one of those people I "dropped the ball" with I apologize. If you are one of those people I helped reach a goal I say "thank you!" "thank you for giving me the opportunity to be of service to you."
Nothing would make me happier that to meet with you sometime to discuss how the NPCC can help your business thrive. Get connected, be active, enjoy. After all success doesn't happen by accident.

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/01/01/happy-new-year http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/01/01/happy-new-year Sat, 01 Jan 2011 09:23:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2011/01/01/happy-new-year
Every day when the sun peers through our windows and the warmth of that first sip of coffee hits our lips we get to start a-new. For 2011 I want you to consider every morning a new chance to improve upon the previous day. Forgive yourself the mistakes of yesterday and remember the lessons. Give yourself permission to prosper and accomplish your professional and personal goals. This New Year has the potential to be a great year of prosperity in spite of the current economy. The North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce would like to help you be the best you can be.

I look forward to seeing each and every one of you this year. My highest choice for you is great success.

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/12/02/get-2011-off-to-a-great-start http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/12/02/get-2011-off-to-a-great-start Thu, 02 Dec 2010 10:47:00 +0000 Edward Gomillion http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/12/02/get-2011-off-to-a-great-start
]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/08/16/entertainment-books-2011-are-here http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/08/16/entertainment-books-2011-are-here Mon, 16 Aug 2010 14:48:00 +0000 Jean Lukens http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/08/16/entertainment-books-2011-are-here
We're selling the Entertainment Book for 2011 to help support YOUR chamber!
This book is packed with money-saving coupons for dining out, travel, entertainment,
shopping and much more.

The Entertainment Book 2011 is only $30.00.

You'll save a lot of money [...]]]>
We're selling the Entertainment Book for 2011 to help support YOUR chamber!
This book is packed with money-saving coupons for dining out, travel, entertainment,
shopping and much more.

The Entertainment Book 2011 is only $30.00.

You'll save a lot of money with this book, and you'll also help YOUR
North Phoenix Chamber!

To purchase the Entertainment Book 2011, contact me at 602-482-3344 or my cell - 602-882-8484, or just show up at any of our events - I'll always have them with me!

]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/08/02/hello-dolly http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/08/02/hello-dolly Mon, 02 Aug 2010 08:29:00 +0000 Jean Lukens http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/08/02/hello-dolly
Bill and I celebrated our anniversary by taking the cruise on the Canyon Lake this past Saturday night on the Dolly Steamboat. What an amazing evening! The majesty of this vista was exquisite!

Hosted by Captains Jeff Grimh and Tom Henrickson, this narrated [...]]]>
Bill and I celebrated our anniversary by taking the cruise on the Canyon Lake this past Saturday night on the Dolly Steamboat. What an amazing evening! The majesty of this vista was exquisite!

Hosted by Captains Jeff Grimh and Tom Henrickson, this narrated and entertaining venture took us to sights only seen in picture books! We also saw a number of bighorn sheep climbing the fabulous Superstition Mountains.

The two and one half hour tour gave us time to reflect on God's beauty, as well as enjoying a wonderful dinner, music, new friends and a narration with information (and jokes) from Captain Jeff.

To quote President Theodore Roosevelt, “the Apache Trail and surrounding area combines the grandeur of the Alps, the glory of the Rockies, the magnificence of the Grand Canyon and then adds an indefinable something that none of the others have.”

This was truly a wonderful evening and I hope you also have the opportunity to experience this wonderful adventure. Check out some of our fabulous pictures below!

Thank you Dolly!









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]]> http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/03/03/mentors-help-new-business-entepreneurs http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/03/03/mentors-help-new-business-entepreneurs Wed, 03 Mar 2010 20:26:00 +0000 Eugene Scott http://northphoenixchamber.com/blog/2010/03/03/mentors-help-new-business-entepreneurs by Eugene Scott - Mar. 3, 2010 12:05 PM The Arizona Republic

Ralph Holmstrom opened the first C&R Tire near Tatum Boulevard and Bell Road nearly 15 years ago.

He had worked in the tire industry for Firestone for 30 years and joined an association of tire dealers shortly after starting his own small [...]]]>
by Eugene Scott - Mar. 3, 2010 12:05 PM The Arizona Republic

Ralph Holmstrom opened the first C&R Tire near Tatum Boulevard and Bell Road nearly 15 years ago.

He had worked in the tire industry for Firestone for 30 years and joined an association of tire dealers shortly after starting his own small business.

"I picked up things listening (to people at the association), but I wouldn't say anybody went out of their way to assist me," Holmstrom said. "Most small businesses really don't have anywhere they can turn to for guidance."

Since then, he's opened locations in Scottsdale and Anthem.


About a year ago after semi-retiring, Holmstrom joined the North Phoenix Chamber of Commerce. He had more time on his hands and wanted to connect with other small business owners, particularly those just starting up. Through the chamber, he met Lyle Clark, who was taking his first leap into owning a small business with Honest-1 Auto Care, near Cactus Road and Paradise Village Parkway West. A mentorship was born.

"If you met someone on the street or in a bar while having a beer, and you found out they were in your same business, there probably wouldn't be as much willingness for exchange," Holmstrom said. "But when you're a member of an organization like the chamber, you're all kind of part of the same team."

The North Phoenix Chamber is encouraging its veteran business owners to mentor new small businesses in this tough economic time. The chamber has more than 200 members, and 12 percent of them are businesses that have been operating for less than five years.

Executive Director Jean Lukens said she is seeing more small businesses seeking advice now more than ever.
A study from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics said that more than 40 percent of small businesses fail within the first two years. Nearly 70 percent fail within the first four.

Gary Naumann, director of the Spirit of Enterprise Center at the W.P. Carey School of Business at Arizona State University, said a lack of wise counsel from more experienced professionals is partially to blame. He said new business owners need to be proactive if they want to beat the odds.

"The best thing to do is to just ask around to your circle of friends for somebody who knows somebody," he said.
Lukens said the group's networking events are some of the prime places where longtime business owners and those just getting started connect.

"We have a number of networking events and when a new person comes to me at a mixer, I will introduce the new person to other members in their industry," she said. "People realize that they need help right now, and this (connecting with a chamber) is the best way of doing it."

The chamber does not have a formalized mentoring program, but Lukens said after connecting small business owners to one another, the relationships often naturally happen. More now than in past years, Lukens said young entrepreneurs are aware of the need for help.

"There are some businesses that have gone out of business because of the economy, but the chambers are increasing in numbers because people realize that they cannot get their name out by themselves anymore," she said.
Clark's desire to be more involved in northeast Phoenix's business community led him to contact the chamber. He said he met Holmstrom at the first event he attended.

"At first he kind of checked me out and then as he heard me talking and what I wanted to do, it really fit the same way he does his business. We both had some things in common," Clark said.

The two men talked often at chamber events and other times leading up to the December opening of Clark's store.

"It's been valuable," Clark said of his discussions with Holmstrom. "I've been able to use a lot of what he has to say. He talks about the importance of being out there in front of everybody. (He says:) 'Promote, promote, promote.' "

While their meetings have decreased since Clark's opening, Holmstrom's wisdom from previous sessions continues to help him.

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