ChamberWest July Update - Highlights, Opportunities, and Upcoming Events at ChamberWest!

Dear ChamberWest Members,
 
Being part of ChamberWest means more than just attending events—it’s about building relationships, amplifying your business voice, and making a lasting impact in our westside communities. Whether through networking, professional development, leadership opportunities, or business advocacy, your engagement helps shape a stronger, more connected business environment for us all.

As a non-profit 501(c)(6) organization, ChamberWest is governed by a dedicated Board of Directors. If you’re interested in stepping into a leadership role and meet the eligibility requirements, I encourage you to review and complete the Board nomination form by July 31. You can access a fillable nomination form at:  25 CW Board Nomination Form.pdf

I’m also excited to announce that Ben Horsley, Superintendent of Granite School District, has been selected as the 2025 ChamberWest Hall of Fame Award recipient. He will be recognized at our Annual Awards Gala on September 10, along with finalists in our four award categories: Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, Best Place to Work, and Volunteer of the Year. If you know of a deserving company or individual, please submit a nomination:  25 CW Gala Nomination Form.pdf

Our 2025 Annual Golf Tournament is officially in the books and was another great success! Thanks to the dedication of our Golf Tournament Planning Committee, chaired by Mike Rosales with Ken Garff West Valley, proceeds from this year’s raffle helped send a Cyprus High School student to FBLA Nationals in California and will also provide over $1,800 in support for Ability Inclusion Services.

Applications are now open for the 2025/2026 ChamberWest Leadership Institute—a 10-month, high-impact program designed to build and elevate leaders. The program kicks off with a retreat on September 17–18 and is limited to 30 participants (maximum of two per organization). Partial scholarships are available for nonprofits and small businesses with 10 or fewer employees. Learn more and apply here: : CW Leadership Institute.

Please also join me in congratulating Wayne Harper as he retires as Community and Economic Development Director for Taylorsville City. We’re grateful for his many contributions and look forward to continuing our relationship as he continues to serve in the Utah State Legislature. His last day with the City will be June 30.

With two major events on the horizon—the Annual Awards Gala and the Annual Fall Business Conference—we’re looking for volunteers to help with planning. If you’re interested in lending your expertise, please reach out to Monica Gayden to learn more.

Upcoming Events:

•  ChamberWest Monthly Luncheon: - July 15:  Wear your red, white, and blue and join us for “America at 250: Reflecting on Our Past, Shaping Our Future” presented by Brian Tarbet, Major General (Retired).  Enjoy networking and lunch with friends and colleagues!  Learn more and register at  July Chamber Luncheon 
• Friday Connections – July 18: .For just $5, join us for speed networking with 60+ professionals. Bring plenty of business cards for a morning of meaningful connections!  Learn more and register at: Friday Connections - July

• TBD – Non-Profit Collaborative Meeting
• 7/1 – CW Annual Fall Conference Planning Committee Meeting
• 7/1 – CW Annual Gala Committee Meeting
• 7/2 – Professional Development Committee Meeting
• 7/4 – July 4^th Holiday – Chamber Offices Closed 
• 7/10 – Legislative Affairs Leadership Meeting
• 7/15 – Professional Development Series Luncheon – Open to All – Register at: July Chamber Luncheon
• 7/16 – Leadership Institute Board of Trustees Retreat
• 7/17– Board of Governors Meeting 
• 7/18 – Friday Connections – Open to All – Register at:  Friday Connections - July
• 7/23 – Women in Business Executive Committee Meeting
• 7/24 – July 24^th Holiday – Chamber Offices Closed

• September 10 – Annual Awards Gala
• September 16 – Military Event – Utah National Guard
• September 24 – Annual Women in Business Nine ‘N Dine Golf Event
• November 13 – Annual Fall Conference
• December 2 – Pickle with a Purpose Event
• December 9 – Women in Business Holiday Party