Doors will open at 10:00 am. Join us before the workshop begins for networking.

Your voice is your brand—and your relationships are your reputation. In this powerful co-led workshop, you'll learn how to grow your influence by combining intentional networking with effective public speaking and personal brand clarity. Whether you're leading a team, launching a business, or leveling up your presence in the community, this session will equip you with the tools to become the expert everyone knows, trusts, and refers.

Facilitated by Mindy Jones and Mark Newman

Mindy Jones
Arizona native Mindy Jones is a dynamic business leader, certified conversational strategist, and community builder with a passion for empowering others to connect and lead with intention. As the owner of The Amy Jones Real Estate Group—an award-winning, all-female-owned and operated team in Chandler—Mindy has spent over a decade helping families achieve their dreams of homeownership while fostering authentic leadership and community engagement.

Mindy is a Certified Guide for Exactly What to Say®, a Certified Quadrant3 Leadership Coach, and founder of Community on Purpose, a nonprofit supporting women and families. Through On Purpose Strategies, she provides customized coaching for entrepreneurs and corporate clients, helping leaders sharpen their communication skills and build meaningful connections.

A graduate of Gilbert Leadership Class 30, former chair of the Women Empowered Committee, and a longtime Gilbert Chamber of Commerce member, Mindy brings a deep understanding of the local business community to her work. Her workshops are known for blending practical tools with inspiring insights, helping leaders and business owners enhance their networking strategies, turn conversations into opportunities, and build authentic, lasting relationships. Mindy was awarded the Impact Award at the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce Annual Business awards in June. 

In addition to her professional achievements, Mindy finds her greatest joy as a devoted mom to her curious 1st grader, who inspires her to embrace possibility and lead with love.

Mark Newman
Mark Newman is a residential real estate broker with Realty One Group.  He has partnered with the Gilbert Chamber of Commerce for the last 15 years and is active in the organization and the community.  He is a graduate of The Gilbert Leadership program, Class 19, and a current member of the Gilbert Chamber Board of Directors.  He has a passion for leadership, public speaking and relationship building.