Ambassador Committee

Purpose/Mission:

Members of the committee will be the liaison for the Chamber at all events. Conducts orientation to provide new members an opportunity to learn about the programs and benefits of the chamber.

Committee Chair:
Brenda Bowers, Pioneer Title Agency
brenda.bowers@ptaaz.com
(520) 404-7772

Committee Meetings: Every 4th Tuesday, one hour before the 4th Tuesday Mixer, location varies

Finance Committee

Purpose/Mission:

Overseas the chamber’s overall yearly budget and reviews the budget and financial progress monthly.  The committee makes recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding funding sources and advises the Board of Directors on the financial health of the chamber.

Committee Chair:
Amy Lopez, Pima Federal Credit Union

Committee meetings: : Every 3rd Tuesday

Marana Young Professionals Committee

Purpose/Mission:

MYP is for up and coming professionals ages 21-45.  The mission is to connect is, empower and engage young professionals through leadership growth and professional development, networking and relationship-building and connection to civic engagement and community service opportunities in the Town of Marana. 

Committee Chair:
TBA

Committee meetings: TBA

Membership Committee

Purpose/Mission:

To assist the Marana Chamber in the acquisition and retention of chamber members

Committee Chair:
Rob Sandner w Paychex
(520) 514-1600

Committee meetings: Every 3rd Friday, Denny’s 4920 W Ina Rd, 8:30 – 9:30 AM

Special Programs Committee

Purpose/Mission:

To provide a promotional and networking opportunity for business and community professionals through a special events and programs. And to provide a platform for our green chamber members to give back to the community.

Committee Chair:
Kim Wagoner, Red Point Development
KWagoner@redpointdevelopment.com
(520) 531-0120

Committee Meeting: : The 4th Monday of Mar. And Nov., Barnfire Grill, 8310 N Thornydale Rd., at 3-4 PM

Economic Development Focus Group

Purpose/Mission:

To provide Chamber membership and public officials a resource/forum to deliver and receive knowledge related to economic development.

Committee Chair:
George Kennedy, Natures Impact/Zija
gak.kennedy@gmail.com
(520) 256-7037

Committee meetings: 4th Thursday at the Municipal Complex in the 2nd floor board room from 8:30 to 9:30am

Education Focus Group

Purpose/Mission:

Liaison between the educational and the business community

Committee Chair:
David Doré, Ed.D , Pima Community College
ddore@pima.edu
(520) 206-2111

Committee meetings: The 2nd Thursday of Jan., Feb., Jun., Jul., Oct., Nov., and Dec., Pima Community College, NW Campus, Room A-112, 3:30 – 4:30 PM

Film Focus Group

Purpose/Mission:

To inform and educate the Marana Chamber businesses and the community about the reemerging film industry

Committee Chair:
Kate Snapp, Marriott Corporate
kate.snapp@marriott.com
(520) 546-6556

Committee meetings: : The 1st Wednesday of each month, Barnfire Grill, 8310 N Thornydale Rd., 9:30 to 10:30 AM

Health and Wellness Focus Group

Purpose/Mission:

To promote wellness within the workplace and our community; to engage employers, convey the importance of wellness and cultivate a thriving, healthy community.

Health & Wellness Scholorship Flyer

Committee Chair:
Dr. Monica Fowler – Fowler Chiropractic
fowlerchiro1@gmail.com
(520) 579-7912

Committee Meeting: The 4th Wednesday of Jan., Feb., Apr., May, Jun., Sep., and Oct., Fowler Chiropractic office, 7455 W Twin Peaks Rd. Suite 111, 4 – 5 PM

Veterans Focus Group

Purpose/Mission:

The mission of the Marana Chamber Veterans Working Group (MCVC) is to promote a strong, healthy, and cooperative relationship between the Marana Chamber of Commerce and service members, veterans and their families; to recognize the role played by veterans in the defense of this country; to promote equal and inclusive opportunities for veterans and their families in all aspects of society; and to identify and support all individuals and organizations that contribute to this mission.

Committee Chair:
Tom Schnee, Town of Marana (520) 354-9590
Thomas.schnee@comcast.net

Committee meetings: The 2nd Wednesday of each month, Marana Police Department Community Room, 11555 W. Civic Center Dr., 3 – 4 PM