Committees

Each committee member receives the following icons next to their company name on the Chamber Membership Directory to demonstrate their involvement in and commitment to the Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce.

	Board of Directors Chair – Dan Simons of NAI Utah The Board of Directors is a group of individuals that is very involved in the community. The Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce has an active Board of Directors. This elite group of business leaders is not only involved in policy making for the Chamber, but they are often involved in the day-to-day operations of the Chamber. Some individuals on the Board volunteer literally hundreds of hours each year to the operation of the Chamber of Commerce and the Chamber would not be able to function without these service-oriented Board members.
	Connect Marketing Chair – Tyson Mullineaux of Mullineaux Financial The Connect Marketing Committee coordinates the AM Connect on Wednesday mornings at 8 a.m. and the Connect Marketing Luncheons every Thursday at 11:30. Connect Marketing Luncheons are held at a different Chamber Member Restaurant each month to offer Chamber Members a variety of eating experiences. Connect Marketing activities are a great way to get to know business leaders in the Sandy area. If your marketing strategy includes the use of personal contact marketing, then the Connect Marketing activities are a good use of your time. You can maximize your Chamber membership by serving on the Connect Marketing Committee to ensure that the Chamber provides a quality networking experience for all Chamber members.
	The Titan Awards Chair – Jay Francis of the Larry H. Miller Group The Titan Awards is an annual award ceremony honoring Utah’s Business Elite, those CEO’s that have had a great and positive impact on the community for a number of years. If your business marketing strategy includes working closely with the Titans of Utah business, then the Titan Awards Committee is the place for you. This elite committee comprised of CEO’s and business leaders from around the valley includes great philanthropists and executives of international corporations.
	The President’s Ambassadors Chair – Mike Olsen of Edward Jones Investments The President’s Ambassadors are an active group of entrepreneurs who are visible in the community. If your marketing strategy includes visibility in the community, the Ambassadors committee is a great way to open doors for your business. As an Ambassador, attend various local community functions as well as Chamber networking events. As an Ambassador, you are recognized as a leader in the community by all who attend events.
	Classic Celebrity Golf Tournament Chair – Jeff Barnes of J&J Technical Solutions The Classic Celebrity Golf Tournament is an annual event known as the community’s most popular golf tournament, the Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce Classic Celebrity Golf Tournament offers not only a great time, but one of the greatest networking opportunities for businesses in the Sandy Area. Attended by the top business leaders in the area, this tournament is a great way to gain exposure for your business to an audience that really cares about the success of companies throughout the Sandy area. This tournament regularly attracts NFL and NBA stars as well as entertainment, media, political and other influential people. Each year the Chamber gives away tens of thousands of dollars in awards, prizes and gifts to participants. It is considered by most an honor to serve on the Classic Celebrity Golf Tournament Committee.
	The Taste of Sandy Committee Chair – Cija Doyle of WalMart The Taste of Sandy is an annual event held in the Sandy Area for Sandy Area restaurants and food vendors. Participation on this committee is a good fit for restaurants and businesses that require mass marketing to consumers. The Taste of Sandy is widely publicized and promoted through mass media. The Taste of Sandy typically draws a crowd of several hundred consumers on the day of the event. The website, www.TasteofSandy.com receives several thousand hits around the time of the event and therefore is a good marketing opportunity for committee members.
	Utah Long Drive Championship Chair – Jeff Barnes of J&J Technical The Utah Long Drive Championship is a great way to market your business state-wide. Golfers that participate in the Long Drive Championship and Qualifying events drive the ball an excess of 400 yards which draws a large crowd of consumers to witness this long drive shootout. Involvement in the Utah Long Drive Championship Committee carries a benefit of marketing to this state-wide golf enthusiast crowd as well as allows you to network with other businesses that are promoting their products and services on a state-wide basis.
	Women In Business Committee Chair – Cija Doyle of Walmart Women in Business (WIB) is a fun, energetic organization serious about making a difference in your business. By providing a variety of networking and educational opportunities for women, WIB advances the commercial, industrial, civic, and general interests of businesses in the Sandy area. WIB impacts the future of business through an educational program for young women which includes mentoring, job shadowing, a college scholarship, and training assistance when they enter the business world. By joining WIB you’ll gain more than contacts. You’ll gain allies.
	Government Affairs Committee Chair – Doyle Smith of Zions Bank Government Affairs exercises one of the most important advantages the Chamber gives to its members: a voice. Government Affairs represents member interests in community affairs, legislation, and policy development which emanate from state and local government. Government Affairs also educates members about the legislative process by organizing a group of interested members to attend the Legislative Sessions at the capitol.
	Marketing Committee Chair – Jeff Barnes of J&J Technical The Marketing Committee is comprised of men and women knowledgeable about the myriad of ways businesses can gain exposure in order to grow. This Committee designed the Sandy Chamber logo and develops publicity and marketing pieces for the Chamber utilizing a variety of venues as well as creates and implements programs that will effectively market Chamber member businesses.
	Sandy Area Chamber Foundation Chair – Steven Runolfson of LaCaille The Sandy Area Chamber of Commerce Foundation was founded by successful business owners who are committed to giving back to the community and sharing their success with others. Although the Foundation is a separate legal entity from the Chamber, many of the Chamber Board of Directors and staff members actively participate in planning meetings and raise money for the Foundation. Funds raised by the Foundation are awarded to various individuals in need and charitable organizations such as the Boys & Girls Clubs. Each year Steven Runolfson of LaCaille, a Sandy Chamber Board member heads up the Foundations annual fund raiser held at LaCaille. This is a good committee to serve on if you have a strong desire to serve those in need right in your own community. This is also a great committee to be involved with if you like a good party (Steven really knows how to throw a party!)
	Economic Development/Retention Expansion The Economic Development Committee manages the local business geography. Participating members are well informed about businesses coming in, moving out, and expanding in Sandy. The committee develops relationships with business owners and works closely with Sandy City to retain businesses considering relocation.
	Envision Sandy Have an idea that would improve Sandy City? Then Envision Sandy is the committee for you! This committee functions to generate ideas which will develop Sandy City and benefit local businesses and communities. These ideas are then presented to the City in an effort to make a difference.
	I Shop Sandy The I Shop Sandy Committee strives to increase the revenue of local businesses primarily through targeting consumers. The scope of I Shop Sandy is not limited to retail, but includes all facets of business. The committee is currently developing an avant-garde program which will be a powerful marketing resource for businesses.
	Communication Communications Committee functions in an advisory capacity to the Chamber. This committee improves how the Chamber reaches out and communicates information to our members via the website, commerce report, press releases, etc. Communications and Marketing work hand in hand.
	Membership Development The diverse range of businesses which comprise the body of the Sandy Chamber is a significant advantage to our membership. The Membership Development Committee fosters relationships with businesses that would profit from a membership which in turn, increases your opportunities to make connections. Prospective businesses are informed membership privileges at The Main Event.
	Business Education Business Education is partnership with higher education institutions. This group investigates and promotes opportunities for small business to be educated in what it takes to build a strong, productive business. Business Education can be used as a source of employment to help fill open positions in your business with interns or college graduates and also offers free advice for members regarding business finance plans
	South Valley Tourism and Lodging The South Valley Tourism and Lodging Committee formulates innovative ways to increase the market for local tourist and lodging industries. The committee works closely with hotels, restaurants, ski resorts and entertainment venues to provide information about local attractions and events. By being a part of the South Valley Tourism and Lodging Committee, you’ll make connections with a wide variety of businesses.
	Teacher Appreciation Committee The Teacher Appreciation Committee partners with the Canyons School District to honor outstanding teachers once a month. The committee also hosts a job shadowing event for high school students to work with different businesses during the morning and then listen to an inspirational speaker in the afternoon. This committee is a great way to impact the community through reaching out to students and teachers.
	Technology Business is a fast paced market which is speeding up due to innovative technology. The Technology Committee works to place the Chamber and member businesses at the forefront of technology. This goal is accomplished through strategies which range from educating business owners to improving the Chamber’s service to members to supporting events such as the South Valley Business Expo.