Learn. Grow. Connect.


University-Level Business Insights. Free.

Chamber Academy & Networking brings together professionals from across the West Valley to learn from Ottawa University faculty and subject matter experts, exchange ideas, and build meaningful business relationships.


✅ University faculty & experts

✅ Research-based business insights

✅ Free breakfast

✅ Regional business connections

✅ Free to attend




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Learn


University Faculty & Experts


Learn from professors, researchers, and subject matter experts sharing practical business insights backed by research and real-world experience.


Connect


Wesy Valley Professionals


Meet professionals from Surprise, Goodyear, Peoria, Glendale, Sun City, Buckeye, El Mirage, and throughout the West Valley.

Different


No Sales Presentations


Our "Ditch the Pitch. Farming, Not Hunting." approach encourages meaningful conversations, trusted relationships, and long-term business success.



Upcoming Chamber Academy Session

09/24/26


How Authentic Brands Drive Business Growth


People don't just buy products and services. They buy trust, connection, and confidence.


Join us for an engaging session led by Dr. Theresa Billiot, Dean of the Angell Snyder School of Business at Ottawa University, and discover how authentic brands build customer loyalty, generate referrals, and create sustainable business growth.


Learn practical strategies backed by research and real-world experience that can help strengthen your brand, deepen customer relationships, and create a lasting competitive advantage.


Event Details

📅 09/24/2026  ,


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Upcoming Chamber Academy Events



October 22, 2026

Leadership Lessons for Small Business

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December 4, 2026

The Chamber Celebration

A complimentary, casual evening of thanks.

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Faculty-Led.

Ottawa University



Research-Based

Practical Business Insights


Regional Audience

West Valley Professionals


No Sales Pitches


Ditch the Pitch



Relationships First. Business Follows.



Ditch the Pitch. Farming, Not Hunting.


Sales Pitches  → Meaningful Conversations
Collecting Business Cards → Building Relationships
Self-Promotion  → Community Engagement
Quick Transactions → Long-Term Growth
Hunting → Farming


Our New Networking Experience Has Put an End To "Networking Disconnect"


What is Networking Disconnect?  The founder of Business Network International (BNI), the world's largest business networking and referral organization, explains  networking disconnect. (watch his video) "

Re-Inventing Networking
Ditch the Pitch. Farming Not Hunting.
"Networking’s not about sales pitches, door prizes and card spamming ... it’s about making connections, growing yourself, and your business. Think of it like farming – you plant, you nurture, you grow. And we’ve sprinkled in some wisdom from the pros to spark your business mojo to help you, and your business grow."

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