ChamberWest October Update - Gala Winners, Sponsorship Opportunities, Highlight and Upcoming Events at ChamberWest!

President’s Message
 
Dear ChamberWest Members,
 
As autumn settles in with crisp mornings, vibrant leaves, and snow soon to appear on our mountain peaks, it’s a natural time for reflection and renewal in business. Fall is often when companies set their sights on year-end goals while also laying the groundwork for the year ahead. At ChamberWest, we’re proud to provide programs, advocacy, and connections that help position your businesses for success, whether through visibility at events, sponsorship opportunities, or the ability to engage with a strong network of leaders across the west side of the valley. The 2026 sponsorship packet is now available to help you plan where you want to elevate your company’s presence and name recognition in the year ahead.   2026 ChamberWest Sponsorship Packet.pdf
Our Annual Awards Gala proved to be another highlight of the season, bringing together dazzling entertainment, fabulous food, high-energy networking, and the wit of our always-engaging emcee. The Viridian Event Center was transformed into a Vintage Vegas setting as we honored Superintendent Ben Horsley as our 2025 Hall of Fame Award recipient, Representative Matt MacPherson as Legislator of the Year, and recognized finalists across four categories with the winners announced including:

• Business of the Year:  CommonSpirit Holy Cross Hospitals Jordan Valley and West Valley
• Small Business of the Year: Chick-fil-A West Valley
• Best Place to Work:  Markosian Auto
• Volunteer of the Year:  Steve Pluim, TalentTeam

• Women in Business Professional Growth Series Luncheon – “Courage is the Greatest Wealth” – October 14
  Enjoy lunch and an inspiring conversation with Shonie Christensen about building awareness and using courage as a currency for change in business and in life.
  Register or Learn More Now

• Friday Connections – October 17
  For just $5, join us for speed networking with 60+ professionals. Bring your business cards and make valuable connections!
  Register for Friday Connections

• Professional Development Series Monthly Luncheon – “Networking - Notworking” – October 28
  Enjoy lunch and learn proven strategies and real-world lessons that inspire others to foster trust, create lasting connections, and strengthen both professional and personal networks with Clay Kelley, Chief Revenue Officer for Stratus HR.   Register for Monthly Luncheon

•  Fall Business Conference - November 13 – 7:15 am – 3:00 pm

• 10/6 – Fall Conference Planning Committee Meeting
• 10/9 – Leadership Institute Session – Leadership through Community Involvement
• 10/11-19 – ChamberWest International Trip to Ireland
• 10/14 – Women in Business Professional Growth Series Luncheon – Open to All – Register for Monthly Luncheon
• 10/16 – West Jordan Meet the Candidate Event  
• 10/17 – Friday Connections – Open to All – Register for Friday Connections
• 10/22 – Women in Business Executive Committee Meeting
• 10/22 – Leadership Institute Board of Trustees Meeting
• 10/28 – Professional Development Series Luncheon – Open to All –  Register for Monthly Luncheon
• 10/30– Economic Development Collaboration Meeting
• 11/5 – Childcare Task Force Meeting
• 11/5 – Professional Development Series Committee Meeting
• 11/6 – Legislative Affairs Committee Meeting
• 11/6 – Leadership Institute Session – Leadership with Groups & Teams
• 11/12 – Ambassador’s Committee Meeting
• 11/13 – Annual Fall Business Conference – Open to All –  Info and Registration for Fall Business Conference

• December 2 – Pickle with a Purpose
• December 9 – Women in Business Holiday Party