Cost of Living Index: 113.8 (National norm: 100.0) (2nd Quarter, 2009)
Population: 62,030 (July 2006 DES estimate)
Median Age: 26.8 (2000 census)
Population Diversity: 77.9% White, 16.1% Hispanic, 10% American Indian, 1.3% Asian/Pacific Islander, 1.8% African-American, 6.1% Other, 2.9% Two or More Races (City - 2000 census)
June 1, 2010June Small Business Seminars
The Flagstaff Chamber and the Small Business Development Center at Coconino Community College have partnered to present a series of seminars at SBDC to help small businesses be successful.
In June, SBDC will offer:
"Business Basics" Wednesday, June 2nd, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., $10. 4th Street CCC Campus
"Business Plan Writing" Wednesday, June 9th, 6 p.m. - 9 p.m., $25. 4th Street CCC Campus
To register or for more information, contact the SBDC at 928.526.7653.
August 4, 2010Arizona Cardinals Training Camp Night Practice
Cromer Field on the campus of Coconino High School. 7:00PM to 9:00PM. Chamber Night! Chamber Members: You and a guest are invited to VIP access during the Cardinal's Night Practice. VIP allows field access. Call 928-774-4505 for reservations.
August 18, 2010Facebook for Business
Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce. 11:30AM - 1:00PM. The Chamber Academy presents a fun overview of the most popular social media site that will include practical tips for personal and business use. We will cover Basics of Social Media, What is facebook?, How to navigate the site, and how or what to post. $5.00. Includes lunch! Class size limited to 35. Pre-registration is highly recommended. flagstaffchamber.com. 928-774-4505.
August 19, 2010Good Morning Flagstaff
Join the excitement at Good Morning Flagstaff on August 19th at Little America Hotel. This is one of the most popular networking activities provided by the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce. Bring a stack of business cards and be ready to deliver a 30-second commercial about your business.
It’s fast! It’s fun! It’s entertaining!
Register online today at www.flagstaffchamber.com. Cost to attend is $18 and is open to members only. Reserve today.
August 20, 2010SCORE Counselors to America's Small Business
FREE Small Business Counseling from SCORE Friday, June 18th 10:00AM to 2:00PM. The Chamber is teaming with SCORE, to give you free advice on your key business goals and challenges. SCORE volunteers are successful entrepreneurs who love business and want to share their knowledge with you, so you can succeed too. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from business advisors during free & confi dential face to face counseling and training. To reserve your 1 hour time slot, visit www.flagstaffchamber.com or contact the Chamber: 774-4505
August 25, 2010Twitter Basics
Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce. 11:30AM - 1:00PM. Wonder how 140 characters or less can be so powerful? The Chamber Academy presents a fun overview of the most misunderstood social media site. Learn what Twitter is. Tools for better effeciency! $5.00. Includes lunch! Class size limited to 35. Pre-registration is highly recommended. flagstaffchamber.com. 928-774-4505.
August 26, 2010Business After Five Mixer
Come meet and greet new business contacts while enjoying delicious food. Great raffle door prizes and split the pot are part of the fun! Cost to attend is $7/members, $15/prospective new members (one time only). Payable at the door. No registration required. 5:30PM to 7:30PM.
August 28, 2010QuickBooks Workshop
Coconino Community College. Room #537. Continental breakfast at 9:00AM. Workshop = 9:30AM - 1:00PM. This workshop covers the basics of using QuickBooks and its key features. Attendees will receive a workbook and helpful reference handouts. The instructor will use PowerPoint and QuickBooks to discuss and demo: Setup and the company file, Chart of Accounts, customers and sales, vendorsand expenses or purchases, QuickBooks to increase productivity, financial statements and reports, and steps to complete financial statements. $50.00 per person. scorenaz.org/Workshop_Registration_Form.htm. 928-778-7438. Class limited to 25 participants.
September 16, 2010An Evening of Jazz
Flagstaff Ranch. 6:00PM - 9:00PM. Enjoy gourmet food, exquisite music, and an elegant atmosphere while enjoying jazz from the Brian Saunders Quartet. flagstaffchamber.com. 928-774-4505
