Dear Partners,
I have several news updates for you today.
I am attending the annual IPW in Las Vegas, where US destinations meet with international and domestic buyers specializing in group travel - critical to sustainable tourism. Just today, the US Travel Association announced President Biden’s roadmap to reopening air travel for vaccinated International travelers. Read more Here. Could not have come at a better time!
Wednesday, we convene the community on short term rental management from 3-5 p.m. The in-person capacity has been met. It will be virtual and free. The information and Zoom link are HERE. Co-sponsored by the SLC, City Mgr. Karen Osburn and City Attorney Kurt Christianson will present.
Thursday, we co-host the Northern Arizona Lodging Industry Forecasting Forum and mixer with the Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association at The Enchantment Resort. See the promo code below before you register. Please register in advance. The cost is $40 for AzLTA members and $55 for nonmembers.
Thanks to all who attended the Non-Profit Leadership Council Friday as we seek to amplify nonprofit social impact. And thank you for staying engaged on these essential issues!
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Submitting Content for Promotion |
This Wednesday is the deadline for the Local e-News submissions. In order to streamline your promotion, send your content, no longer than 280 characters and spaces, and we will also share on social media! Send a captivating image and a call to action, even if it is just sending people to your website! Email ebruce@sedonachamber.com. |
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Register for Arizona Film Opportunity! |
The Arizona Commerce Authority promotes all types of crews to film producers, ranging from accounting, artistic set design, hair, makeup, transportation, wranglers, costumes, choreography, and filming.
Register HERE as CREW with the statewide Arizona Production Directory to list your professional credits, resume, and contact information so that productions can hire you for their next job.
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Verde Shuttle Offers Low-Cost, Frequent Cottonwood/Sedona Service Starting Today |
The Verde Shuttle can ease staffing worries by providing reliable, low-cost, frequent transportation between Cottonwood and Sedona.
Comfortable new buses pick up and drop off at the Cottonwood Library, 7 days a week and serve all the major destinations in West Sedona, Uptown, Tlaquepaque, Hillside and to Poco Diablo Resort. Fare is only $2 each way. Monthly passes provide even greater savings.
• Wednesday through Sunday: Buses depart every 45 minutes from 6 a.m.; every 90 minutes after 6:45 p.m. The last bus leaves Uptown Sedona at 10:30 p.m.
• Monday and Tuesday: Every 90 minutes all day with the last bus leaving Sedona at 6:39 p.m.
Local CAT buses at the Cottonwood Library take riders throughout Cottonwood, Verde Village and Clarkdale. After 6:45 p.m., CAT provides a shuttle to get riders home. Transfers are free.
Don’t let employee transportation be a hiring obstacle. Get complete information in English and Spanish at verdeshuttle.com.
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September 23: Monthly Board Meeting
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The SCC&TB Board of Directors will hold their monthly meeting on Thursday, September 23 at the Residence Inn by Marriott Sedona from 7:30 - 9:30 a.m. |
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Upcoming Bootcamp Sessions by Arizona Commerce Authority |
The Arizona Commerce Authority has some great virtual sessions this week. Starting tomorrow, the topics range from Holiday Sales to Search Engine Optimization and to Strategies for a Successful Exit.
Check out the archived boot camp sessions and upcoming events HERE. |
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September 22: Short-Term Rentals Expert Presentation and Community Dialog
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Short-term rentals have created challenges and opportunities in Sedona for residents and businesses. The Sedona Lodging Council and the Sedona Chamber of Commerce and Tourism Bureau will host a forum where people can get the facts from community leaders and share ideas about how to move forward as a community.
It will be from 3 - 5 p.m. The seating capacity has been met. The forum will be virtual and recorded for later viewing.
Where: Virtual
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September 23: Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association presents 2021 Industry Forecast
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The Arizona Lodging & Tourism Association proudly welcomes you to participate in this year’s 2021 Industry Forecast forum that will provide invaluable insights into expected visitation and trends, legal challenges ahead, and state and national analyses to help you project your hotel’s 2022 budget. The Industry Forecast is a must-attend for the critical knowledge and insights that will define the future of Arizona hotels. The afternoon will begin with the Forecasting forum, followed by an AzLTA networking mixer that will provide an excellent opportunity to visit with hoteliers, management companies, owners and make new connections.
Date: Thursday September 23
Time: 5:00 p.m.
Location: Enchantment Resort
The Sedona Chamber Partner promo code is SEDONA21.
HOW TO REGISTER USING PROMO CODE
2. Select The Event Date You Wish to Register
3. Fill Out Registration Contact Form
4. Select Number of Member/Guest Attendees
5. Fill Out Attendee Information
6. Enter Promo Code SEDONA21 then hit Apply
7. Enter Payment Information
8. Submit Registration
Sponsored by the Enchantment Resort, Encore and the Sedona Chamber of Commerce.
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Sedona Chamber President and CEO, Candace Carr Strauss invites you to the next CEO talk. The topic will be transit and transit solutions in the area.
When: Wednesday, September 29 from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Where: Sedona Chamber of Commerce Admin Office, 45 Sunset Dr.
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September 30: Grand Re-opening Mixer |
Let's get together and celebrate!
Body Bliss Factory Direct was selected as the Yavapai College SBDC Small Business Makeover of a Lifetime winner and they are hosting a Grand Re-Opening Mixer at their uptown Sedona location.
Join us for a meet and greet with the community, network with area businesses, and grow your relationships. There will be music by Shondra Jepperson, light refreshments from Don Diego Mexican Cafe and prizes.
When: Thursday, September 30 from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
Where: Sinagua Plaza Courtyard at 320 N SR 89A
Cost: Free
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October 8: Verde Valley Community Town Hall on "Creating Vibrant Communities" |
The Arizona Town Hall topic "Creating Vibrant Communities" encompasses key factors for communities to survive and thrive in a hyper-connected world where changing circumstances such as pandemics, social movements and cultural shifts can cause rapid and significant change.
Join us to discuss the most important actions that should be taken to improve the Verde Valley region’s overall well-being, making the community healthier and more vibrant.
Registration is $5 for in person attendance and includes breakfast. Virtual attendance is also $5.
When: 8:00 - 11:30 a.m.
Location: Yavapai College, Verde Valley Campus, Community Room Verde Bldg M-137, 601 Black Hills Dr, Clarkdale, AZ 86324
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October 14: Free Shredding Event |
From 9:00 – 10:00 a.m. at the Sedona Performing Arts Center, you may bring three banker boxes to be shred. Please lineup in the parking lot at the Sedona Chamber Event sign and remain in your car. For safety reasons, this will be a contactless event. Please place your items to be shred in your back seat or trunk for staff to handle.
The American Legion Cornville/Sedona Post 135 will be assisting the chamber with the flow of cars through the parking lot! We are thankful these patriotic partners have time to help! Contact Erin Bruce for more information.
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