Dear Partners,
I am thrilled that more than half of our Phase 1 Trail Keepers participants have renewed for Trail Keepers 2.0. But we have room for you! Your $1,000 donation is matched by the chamber under our partnership with the City. The Sedona Red Rock Trail Fund uses the monies to maintain area trails under the direction of the USFS. Trail Keepers’ names are posted at Sedona trailheads, listed on VisitSedona.com (2.2 million annual visitors) with direct links to your website, and more. You get social media copy and images read to post, plus access to the program logo for your promotional materials. This is one of our most high-profile programs, promoted year-round on social and local media, including our 250,000-copy Experience Sedona Guide. Find out more today.
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Small Business Saturday & Giving Tuesday |
In the spirit of appreciation, let’s remember to support our merchants by shopping local! To see all the Thanksgiving deals, and then show your gratitude by giving back to our local nonprofits, check out the Support Small Business page!
American Express invites you to the Shop Small Studio to create customized materials to promote your business through the holiday season!
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Show Your Employees How Easy it is to Ride the Verde Shuttle to Work
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The Sedona Chamber, with input from employers, has created a Marketing Toolkit for the Verde Shuttle. It gives you everything you need to show current and potential employees just how easy it is to ride the Verde Shuttle from their homes in the Cottonwood area to your worksite.
The Toolkit includes maps, videos, flyers, bilingual information and more. For all the resources, read more here.
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Proposed Forest Transit Services |
The Coconino National Forest’s Red Rock Ranger District proposes to expand mass transit services, in partnership with the City of Sedona, at select trailheads. Project details are here. Submit public comments until Nov 19 through one of the following methods:
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E-mail to comments-southwestern-coconino-redrock@usda.gov (include “Trailhead Transit” in the subject line)
- Mail to Red Rock Ranger District, Attention: Trailhead Transit, P.O. Box 20429, Sedona, AZ 86341
- Fax to (928) 203-7539
- Or in-person at the Red Rock Ranger District Office, 8375 State Route 179, Sedona, AZ 86351
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World Class Customer Service Training |
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For those of you that missed the workshop, you can view the Strategies for Success: World Class Customer Service Training by Gary Glenn from the Sedona Chamber Events and Presentations page. sedonachamber.com/events-presentations-library/
We also like to thank the organizations that helped make the event possible and free! The Sedona Chamber collaborated with the Yavapai College – Sedona Center, Yavapai SBDC and APS! Thank you!
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Our Sedona Tourism Bureau staff will head to Las Vegas Nov 9 - 11 to attend the largest meetings industry trade show in the U.S, IMEX America 2021. Exhibiting at IMEX America means we’ll have the opportunity to meet over 4,000 global decision makers with real buying power. We will be joined by our partners; the Hilton Sedona Resort at Bell Rock, L’Auberge de Sedona, Poco Diablo Resort, Conference Center & Spa, The Wilde Resort and Spa, and Verde Canyon Railroad. |
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Honor a Veteran Business Owner |
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As we approach Veteran's Day, we want to honor our Veteran owned business! After getting some feedback from some of you, we started this page on SedonaChamber.com.
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Professional Growth in the Verde Valley |
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Verde Valley Leadership provides personal and professional growth opportunities through development of leadership skills, community awareness and diverse, influential networks. Are you interested in making your community better? Classes start Jan 14.
Join the Meet and Greet to learn more on Nov 18 from 5 -7 p.m. at the lower patio of the Belfry Brewery & Grill. (791 N Main Street, Cottonwood)
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Sedona Chamber President and CEO, Candace Carr Strauss invites you to the next CEO talk. The topic will be about Volunteering and Community Service.
With the holiday season quickly approaching, the spirit of giving back is something we think about. One great way to give back is volunteering in our community. Since COVID many nonprofits have lost volunteer support. Please join Candace in further exploring the topic and sharing ideas of how to help our local nonprofits.
When: Wednesday, November 10 from 8 – 9 a.m.
Where: Chamber Administrative Office, 45 Sunset Drive
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November 15: Verde Canyon Railroad Regional Mixer |
Bring your business cards to enter the raffle and make connections at the Regional Mixer!
November’s Northern Arizona Business Mixer is hosted at Verde Canyon Railroad!
When: Monday, November 15 from 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.
Where: Verde Canyon Railroad, 300 N Broadway, Clarkdale
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Partners that Prosper: Partner Extranet Portal Overview & Training |
Are you a hotel, restaurant, attraction, or another type of member or partner that works with your destination marketing organization? Tune in to learn how you can interact with the Sedona Chamber by using online tools designed to help your business grow and prosper. The Simpleview Extranet, or Partner Portal, is an essential tool for businesses like you who want to manage the data in your destination’s CRM (Customer Relationship Management – ‘database’) and ensure success for your business.
When: Tuesday, November 16 at 11 a.m.
Where: Virtual training by Simpleview
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November 17 & 18: Partner Benefit Review |
We will highlight the benefits of the chamber. You will also meet other members who will join us for a refresher. Learn how to get the most out of our partnership!
When: November 17, In person from 9:00 – 10 a.m.
Where: 45 Sunset Dr. Sedona, 86336
When: November 18, Online from 9:00 – 10 a.m.
Where: Virtual
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Nov 18 & 19: Sneak Peek – ‘The Soul of Sedona Story’
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The Sedona Chamber of Commerce & Tourism Bureau has partnered GLP Films to produce a series of videos about the Soul of Sedona. The goal of the series is to highlight the unique aspects of Sedona's natural, historical and cultural heritage in order to celebrate the community and inspire responsible tourism in support of sustainability goals. While the videos are still being created, we’re inviting you to see a sneak peek to view the trailer! There is no cost to attend, however, please RSVP for either event, so we have a headcount to maintain social distance. Masks are not required but encouraged.
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December 8: Holiday Chamber Mixer |
Register to reserve your spot, before it fills up!
Bring your holiday spirit and join us for tasty appetizers, music and networking. The mixer will be free of charge, and a cash bar will be available.
When: Wednesday, December 8 from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Sound Bites Grill, 101 N State Route 89A, Ste F29
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, December 8 – RSVP here
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December 15: Nonprofit Leadership Roundtable |
The Sedona Chamber invites our 130 nonprofit members networking, coffee and a snack. There will also be two presenters. Pat Schweiss, with the Sedona International Film Festival will speak about Successful Event Volunteer Programs. Judi Smith with Giving Smith will discuss Board Governance.
When: Wednesday, December 15 from 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.
Where: Mary D. Fisher Theatre, 2030 W State Route 89A, Ste A-3
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