Posts by Carson Cunningham
Share Your Housing Story: Michael Marquess
Share Your Housing Story | Michael Marquess: By Tyler Denham, Executive Director | Flagstaff Affordable Housing Michael Marquess came to Flagstaff in 1992 to attend NAU and later co-founded Mother Road Brewing Company in 2010. Over the past 15 years, Mother Road has grown into a beloved local business dedicated to building community one pint…
Read MoreNackard Pepsi Named 2025 PepsiCo Bottler of the Year
Nackard Pepsi Named 2025 PepsiCo Bottler of the Year: By Flutter Public Relations FLAGSTAFF, Ariz. (Sept. 29, 2026) — Nackard Pepsi has been named 2025 Donald M. Kendall Bottler of the Year by PepsiCo. This marks the second time the Flagstaff, Ariz.-based bottler has earned the recognition — but the first under the family-run company’s…
Read MoreConstruction Trades Roundtable
Greater Flagstaff Chamber Hosts 2nd Quarterly Construction Industry Trades Roundtable: On Thursday, September 24, the Greater Flagstaff Chamber hosted its second quarterly Construction Industry Trades Roundtable, bringing together a diverse group of industry leaders for a productive conversation about the challenges, opportunities, and priorities shaping the region’s construction industry. With more than 100 Chamber members…
Read MoreAtria: Putting Flagstaff on the Culinary Map Once Again
Atria: Putting Flagstaff on the Culinary Map Once Again The Flagstaff Restaurant is One of 12 Arizona Restaurants to Earn a “MICHELIN Recommended” Designation — and the Only One Outside Metro Phoenix Flagstaff, Ariz. (Aug. 27, 2026) – Atria, the modern American restaurant in Flagstaff owned and operated by chef Rochelle Daniel, was named a MICHELIN Guide…
Read MoreSBA Opens Business Disaster Recovery Center in Flagstaff
SBA Opens Business Recovery Center in Flagstaff: WASHINGTON – The U.S. Small Business Administration announced today the opening of an SBA Business Recovery Center in Coconino County to provide a wide range of services to assist small businesses and private nonprofit organizations affected by the Pocket Fire occurring June 19 – July 30. Beginning Tuesday, August…
Read MoreNFIB Small Business Optimism Index Rises
NFIB Small Business Optimism Continues to Rise: PHOENIX, AZ (Aug. 11, 2026) – The NFIB Small Business Optimism Index rose 2.4 points in July to 99.8, rising above its 52-year average of 98.0. This marks the highest level since August 2025. Of the 10 Optimism Index components, eight increased, and two decreased. Hiring plans improved substantially and contributed…
Read MoreMeteor Crater Enterprises Celebrates 70 Years as Chamber Member
Meteor Crater Enterprises Celebrates 70 Years as a Chamber Member: As Meteor Crater celebrates 70 years as a member of the Greater Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce, we remain proud to share one of Arizona’s most extraordinary natural wonders with visitors from around the world. Located just 35 miles east of Flagstaff on Historic Route 66,…
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How Strong Businesses Stay Standing When Others Fall Every leader has faced a curveball in the last few years—supply chains, staffing, tech, or the economy. The companies that come out stronger aren’t lucky. They’ve built resilience into their DNA. Resilient organizations lean on three things: confident leadership, flexible operations, and teams that feel trusted. Chambers…
Read MoreGreater Flagstaff Chamber Welcomes Jim Corning to Board of Directors
Jim Corning, Founder and CEO of Novakinetics has been appointed to the Greater Flagstaff Chamber Board of Directors: Jim Corning, a respected local business leader in a career that spans aviation, engineering, composites and ballistic protection has been appointed to the Greater Flagstaff Chamber Board of Directors. Corning is the Founder and CEO of Novakinetics Aerosystems and Kinetic Defense.…
Read MoreA Parade for the History Books
The 2026 Annual Greater Flagstaff Chamber 4th of July Parade was one for the history books! On Saturday, July 4th, thousands of friends, families, and visitors gathered in downtown Flagstaff to celebrate: The 250th Birthday of our Nation The Centennial of Route 66 135 Years of the Greater Flagstaff Chamber A heartfelt thank you to…
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