WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation announced Mike Huckins, Sr. Vice President of Public Affairs & IT Operations of the Greater Phoenix Chamber was selected from a competitive national pool of applicants to participate in a Master Class for members of the Business Leads Fellowship Program network. The Business Leads Fellowship Program trains and equips business leaders from across the country with resources, experts, and a powerful network of peers needed to address the most pressing education and workforce challenges facing communities across America.
“I’m honored to have been selected to participate in this Master Class. The Greater Phoenix Chamber believes the availability of quality childcare is essential for businesses to thrive. It not only supports working parents but also enhances productivity, reduces absenteeism, and fosters a more engaged workforce. I look forward to sharing Arizona solutions and hearing ideas from my colleagues around the country on the essential policy issue.”
This Master Class is designed to equip business leaders with research, resources, and best practices to launch community-based childcare solutions. The event kicks off with a two-day, in-person event on May 5-6, 2025, in Boise, ID, with virtual follow-up meetings. Throughout the Master Class, participants will meet with experts in the field, review case studies of successful community models, and build connections with other business leaders driving solutions to childcare breakdown.
Huckins was selected alongside 32 other state and local chamber executives, economic development professionals, and association leaders nationwide. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation aims to equip this group with the resources to successfully navigate community childcare concerns. This group will build a community of practice among the participants, which will be a resource for their professional development in service to their respective communities.
Greater Phoenix Chamber
Representing 2,400 businesses across the Greater Phoenix region, the Greater Phoenix Chamber catalyzes regional prosperity through forward-thinking public policy, intentional economic growth, and diverse, prepared talent. The Chamber pursues this mission by collaborating with business, political, and community leaders to grow the regional talent pool, create a regional approach to economic development, and drive a pro-Arizona agenda.
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