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Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona Reach Agreement

(PHOENIX, Ariz – April 28, 2023) - Dignity Health Yavapai Regional Medical Center (YRMC) and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona (BCBSAZ) are pleased to announce they have reached a new network agreement. This agreement is effective April 1, 2023, and therefore all services from that date will be handled as in network.

The goal was always to continue to provide patients and members with quality, convenient, and affordable health care in Yavapai County. Both organizations thank the community for their patience throughout the negotiations.

“After many months of negotiations, we are very pleased that Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona has agreed to a new contract that will put our patients first and keep health care local,” says Anthony Torres, MD, President and CEO of Dignity Health YRMC and YRMG. “Providing local high-quality health care services is a top priority and we look forward to furthering our mission of improving the health of those who call Yavapai County home.”

“Standing up for our members has always been our priority, and we are thankful that Yavapai Regional Medical Center joined us in this effort,” said Dr. Cara Christ, Chief Medical Officer at Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona. “Together, we can ensure those in Yavapai County have access to the care they need while protecting affordability.”

Patients and BCBSAZ members who have questions about the new agreement, can contact BCBSAZ or its affiliated health plan using the phone number on the back of their insurance card or reaching out to memberhelp@azblue.com. Patients and members can also call YRMC at 702-616-5789.

Ribbon Cuttings

Business Name: Raskins Jewelers

Owners: Mr. Jim Carlisto & Mrs. Leonor Carlisto and son,  James Carlisto

Master of Ceremonies: Dave Nacke - New York Life

Local Dignitaries in Attendance:

• US Senator Mark Kelly’s Office – Judy Sultrop 
• City of Prescott – Mayor –Phil Goode 

First Dollar presented by: Chamber Ambassador  – Fatima Avila- Jameson Electric

Date: April 27, 2023

Business URL: https://raskinsjewelers.com/

COMING THIS WEEK...

Please join us on Thursday, May 4, 2023, for a Ribbon Cutting ceremony at Not Our First Rodeo!

Website: https://notourfirstrodeoaz.com/

Event Information

What: Ribbon Cutting Celebration!

When: Thursday, April 27th

Time: 4 PM

Where: Not Our First Rodeo

Address: 121 N. Cortez Street, Prescott

KINDNESS TIP OF THE WEEK: Pat yourself on the back day! Go ahead, you deserve it. Give yourself some credit!

BONUS HINT: May 1st is Global Love Day - a day all about giving love to yourself and spreading love out into the world. Yep! That's a thing.

https://www.daysoftheyear.com/days/global-love-day/

We are an officially recognized #KindnessCertifiedChamberofCommerce!

As we commit to being good to our people, community, planet and world, we hope you will also be inspired to join us in spreading kindness in business and beyond!

If you believe your company makes a positive difference, we invite you to become an official Kindness Certified Company.

You may learn more and sign up here! We hope you do!

Veterans Events

Veterans' Quarterly Business Mixer

Monday, May 1, 2023 (That's tonight!)

5 PM - 6:30 PM

@Matt's Saloon

112 S. Montezuma St.

Prescott, AZ 86303

This is an event specifically tailored towards our Veteran Owned Businesses and our Veteran Community, however EVERYONE is welcome to attend. These mixers provide a unique opportunity to connect with Veteran business owners, learn about Chamber initiatives for Veterans and discover how Veterans in Prescott help local businesses. There will be a short announcement to welcome all attendees and the hosting location will discuss their business. Attendees are welcome to a tour of the location afterwards.

“Veterans know better than anyone else the price of freedom, for they've suffered the scars of war. We can offer them no better tribute than to protect what they have won for us.” - President Ronald Reagan

Don't Forget to Register!

Any issues with Registration online please contact Crystal at

(928) 445-2000 ext. 117 or at Crystal@ Prescott.org

SPONSORS

Economic Outlook Luncheon

2023 Mid-year Market Outlook

Let us help you prepare for the second half of the year with economic insights and marketing guidance. 

We invite you to join us for lunch at our new event:

Economic Outlook Luncheon - 2023 Mid-Year Market Outlook

Monday, May 8, 2023

as we listen to:

 Chief Investment Strategist with 

Wealth Vest Financial Services, Tim Pierotti.

About Tim Pierotti: Tim Pierotti is WealthVest’s Chief Investment Strategist. Tim has over 25 years of experience in various aspects of the equities business.  Prior to joining WealthVest, Mr. Pierotti spent seven years in Equity Research management roles at Deutsche Bank and most recently at BMO where he was a Managing Director and Head of US Product Management.  

Tim has 11 years of investment experience most notably as Head of Consumer Research and Portfolio Manager at The Galleon Group, a former NY based $8 Billion Long/Short hedge fund.  Tim is a graduate of Boston College and lives in Summit NJ.

He will discuss the economic forecasts for the rest of 2023 and beyond, 

in hopes to assist you in navigating the risks and opportunities 

for the economy, policy, stocks and bonds.   

Tim Pierotti will speak in person at:

 Yavapai College Prescott Campus 

1100 E. Sheldon St., Prescott

Community Room 19-147

Lunch will be provided.

Don't Forget to Register today!

$25

Sponsors

Quarterly Women in Business Luncheon

  Please join us as we listen to the story of how a 17-year-old girl is liberated from a WWII forced labor camp and wants to go home to her parents, but her parents are dead, and her home destroyed, therefore she embarks on an incredible journey that culminates in public lectures on resilience, tolerance and forgiveness.  At 94 Esther shares an undeniably powerful and trans-formative impact on audiences with her message. 

https://honeygirlfilms.org/about-us

This event is tailored towards the business women in Chamber Membership (men are allowed to attend as well). These mixers provide a unique opportunity to build professional connections, meet fellow Chamber Members and develop soft-touch skills. We recommend you show up early to claim the seat and table you want!

Be sure to choose what meal you want while registering for the event! Attendees file in and claim their spot at a table. Network with others at your table and eat a delicious meal and surprise desert for lunch. After 30-45 minutes, our key-note speaker will discuss and engage about being a woman in our business environment.

“Stay true to yourself and your vision. Don’t let any one person’s opinion move you; listen, but be confident.”

- Amanda Kahlow

Event: Quarterly Women in Business Luncheon

When: Wednesday, May 10, 2023

Time: 11:30 AM - 1 PM

Where: Hassayampa Inn

Address: 122 E. Gurley St., Prescott

Cost: $30

Includes choice of meals

For assistance with Registration please call 

Crystal at (928) 445-2000 ext. 117 or Crystal@Prescott.org

Sponsors

Here at the Prescott Chamber, we love this networking event!

These mixers provide a unique opportunity to build professional connections, meet fellow Chamber Members and develop soft-touch skills. Feel free to show up early to build connections and eat some breakfast before the event starts.

Once Coffee Connect begins the host will welcome everyone and will be provided a short time to talk about the location. Then Chamber Members are separated into groups of six. The designated head of the table (usually a Chamber Ambassador) will give each individual two minutes to deliver their 'elevator pitch' on their business.

After the twelve minutes are up, the participants will be asked to rotate to a new table.

This happens three times with a chance to have a quick 'Lighting Round'. 

What: Coffee Connect

When: Wednesday, May 24, 2023

Time: 7:30 AM - 9:30 AM

Where: The Finn

Address: Touchmark at the Ranch 

3180 Touchmark Blvd. 

Prescott , AZ 86301

Sponsored by The Finn - Touchmark at the Ranch

Give the Gift of Prescott

Sign your business up for the Prescott Chamber Gift Certificate Program. Free with Membership!

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