Vision:The Arvada Chamber is committed to providing award-winning programs, events and committees that are designed to cultivate the leadership that will accelerate your business.
Interested in joining? Contact Samantha Geerdes at samantha@arvadachamber.org.
Leadership KAPS COUNCIL MEMBERS
In one sentence please explain why you love about being involved with the Arvada of Commerce.: I love being involved with Arvada Chamber because I this chamber makes a difference in the lives of business leaders and I have a passion to make an impact as well. What does it mean to be a Kick Ass Problem Solver?: You bring your experience, skillset and ideas to the team and collectively work together to address real issues in our business community and actively work to solve them together. What is your favorite professional development book or resource?: The 4 Obsessions of An Extraordinary Executive by Patrick Lencioni
In one sentence please explain why you love about being involved with the Arvada of Commerce.: Helping my community and working with amazing people. What does it mean to be a Kick Ass Problem Solver?: Making a significant contribution with amazing people. What is your favorite professional development book or resource?: Extreme Ownership
In one sentence please explain why you love about being involved with the Arvada of Commerce.: Arvada Chamber of Commerce is the Arvada Business Community, being a member is an all inclusive invitation to the business community in Arvada. What does it mean to be a Kick Ass Problem Solver?: Given a challenge, knowing that there are several ways to power through and finding the best solution. What is your favorite professional development book or resource?: Swim with the Sharks
In one sentence please explain why you love about being involved with the Arvada of Commerce.: I love the Chamber's passion and genuine caring about the success of businesses and individuals in the community. What does it mean to be a Kick Ass Problem Solver?: It means being a team player working hard to make a positive impact on our community. You don't have to be the smartest person or have all of the answers, simply eagerness to contribute and listen to ideas. What is your favorite professional development book or resource?: Grit: The Power of Passion and Perseverance by Angela Duckworth
In one sentence please explain why you love about being involved with the Arvada of Commerce.: I cherished my experience as a participant in the Leadership Arvada program, therefore I proudly serve on this council to ensure others have an amazing experience as well! What does it mean to be a Kick Ass Problem Solver?: Kick Ass Problem Solvers use their expertise and creativity to help the Chamber staff address the biggest challenges that the business community faces. What is your favorite professional development book or resource?: The Go Giver
In one sentence please explain why you love about being involved with the Arvada of Commerce.: I love the energy and drive that comes from and is put into this group. There is a sense of community and motivation that exude from every event I have been to or been a part of. What does it mean to be a Kick Ass Problem Solver?: Awareness! Awareness that there are many other Kick Ass Problem Solvers and that you can learn a lot from them. The key is knowing what my strengths are, when they should and should not be engaged along with the appreciation for the knowledge and perspectives of others within the group that will continuously push me to grow. What is your favorite professional development book or resource?: Legacy: What the All Blacks Can Teach Us About the Business of Life - James Kerr