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About the Chamber

Meet our Executive Board

Our volunteer executive officers are local business owners and community leaders who guide the Chamber and champion Golden Valley.

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Board President James Carter
A welcome from our President

Glad you're here

On behalf of the Golden Valley Chamber of Commerce, welcome. Our board is made up of local business owners who volunteer their time because we believe a connected business community makes the whole valley stronger.

Whether you're a brand-new business or a longtime fixture on Verde Road, we're here to help you grow, get noticed, and find your people. I invite you to come to an event, introduce yourself, and see what membership can do for you. (Placeholder message — replace with the President's real welcome.)

James Carter Board President, Owner of Saguaro Grill
Leadership

The rest of our board

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Vice President

Linda Morales

Owner, Desert Bloom Florist

Linda champions small and women-owned businesses across the valley and helps shape the Chamber events calendar each year. (Placeholder bio.)

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Treasurer

Robert Tanaka

Owner, Golden Valley Auto Care

Robert oversees the Chamber finances and membership dues, keeping the organization transparent and on solid footing. (Placeholder bio.)

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Secretary

Michael Foster

Owner, Verde Roastery

Michael keeps the board organized, records our meetings, and manages communications with members and the community. (Placeholder bio.)

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Member at Large

Sandra Whitfield

Valley View Family Dental

Sandra represents the broader membership voice on the board and leads our community outreach initiatives. (Placeholder bio.)

Our role

What the board does

Govern & guide

The board sets the Chamber's direction, oversees finances, and makes sure we serve our members well. (Placeholder.)

Advocate for business

We represent local business interests in the community and work to keep Golden Valley a great place to operate. (Placeholder.)

Connect the community

From mixers to the annual expo, the board helps plan the events that bring our members together. (Placeholder.)

Get involved

Board meeting calendar

Board meetings are open to members. Click a highlighted date to see that meeting’s agenda.

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