The Glendale Chamber of Commerce announced the appointment of Zach Yentzer as its next President and Chief Executive Officer on Oct. 7.

Yentzer will start in the new role in November and joins the Glendale Chamber from The Chamber of Southern Arizona (formerly the Tucson Metro Chamber), where he served as vice president of business advocacy, representing more than 1,400 businesses employing more than 150,000 individuals across Tucson and Pima County.

In this role, he led the chamber’s public policy and government affairs, oversaw strategic communications, the military affairs committee, and workforce development initiatives.

During the merger of the Tucson Metro Chamber and Sun Corridor Inc., he played a role in aligning policy priorities and integrating strategic initiatives in the newly formed Chamber of Southern Arizona that brought economic development and business advocacy together under one organization.

“This is an exciting and pivotal moment for Glendale — a rapidly growing leader in the Valley for sports and entertainment, technology and innovation, aerospace and defense, workforce development, and more,” Yentzer stated in a press release. “What happens in the next two to five years will shape the next 25, and the Glendale Chamber of Commerce will play a vital role in creating that future. I’m grateful to build on the strong foundation laid by our outstanding board and staff, and my family and I are thrilled to be part of Glendale’s present and future story.”

Yentzer’s experience in advocating for business, public policy, and workforce development, paired with a commitment to collaboration and results, will strengthen the chamber’s role as a driving force for economic prosperity and regional leadership.

“Zach Yentzer's work ethic, experience, and passion for community-building are what we need to continue building our legacy and help Glendale continue to thrive. The board looks forward to supporting his leadership as we advance economic opportunity and innovation throughout Glendale and the entire West Valley,” stated Dr. Jennifer Cruz, Glendale Chamber board chair.