Chandler Chamber starts young businesspeople's series

The Chandler Chamber Community Foundation has officially launched its first new program of 2025: Chandler Young Professionals.

Designed for businesspeople ages 21 to 39, a series of presentations uses the Chamber’s connections with the East Valley business community to foster development in entry-level professionals and entrepreneurs.

Anyone who's attended an industry-specific networking event at the start of a career knows how intimidating it can be to navigate in a room of seasoned veterans. The Chandler Chamber’s Young Professionals group understands that struggle and aims to provide a fresh approach: one that meets young professionals exactly where they are.

"As the East Valley continues to develop, young professionals are the future of our state’s economy," said Terri Kimble, president and CEO of the Chandler Chamber of Commerce. "They bring fresh perspectives, new ideas, and the energy needed to drive our industries forward, including the growing semiconductor and advanced manufacturing industries right here in Chandler. By fostering growth in young professionals, the Chandler Chamber is investing in the next generation of leaders who will play a crucial role in sustaining and expanding Arizona's economic success."

Chandler Young Professionals will meet for four main events with topics ranging from volunteering for local nonprofits, to going behind-the-scenes at East Valley businesses.

Group members will have access to additional private professional development opportunities throughout 2025. The first event in this brand-new series is a private introductory mixer on Thursday, February 27, from 4 p.m. to 5:30 pm.

Since the events are limited to young professionals, event details, such as location, will only be shared with registered members.

Interested in joining the Chandler Young Professionals group? Click on this link to start an application.

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