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Collaborating with Community Partners is the third and final part of our three-part series on collaborations with local stakeholders. Take time to review Collaborating with City Government here and Collaborating with Economic Development Organizations here. Collaborating with community partners strengthens the chamber’s role as a central hub. There are many stakeholders that have similar causes […]

Part two of our three-part series on working with local stakeholders continues with strategies for collaborating with regional economic development organizations. Part one is Collaborating with City Government and part three, Collaborating with Community Partners is coming next week. Coordinating with regional economic development organizations (EDCs) maximizes your collective impact. It may be easier to […]

Part 1: The City Chamber Pros need practical strategies to address territorial concerns and build stronger relationships with community stakeholders for the benefit of the chamber and the entire community. In the first part of this three-part series on collaboration and partnership, we’ll start at collaborating with city government and improving your relationship with the […]

As a chamber of commerce professional you might think that there are no benefits of adversity. But harnessing the power of adversity can help you navigate future challenges, foster growth, and drive positive change. It is also a challenge to morale, especially if you are short (or single) staffed. However, it’s still possible to triumph […]

Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) are essential components of a healthy and productive workplace. Fostering diversity in the workplace creates a more equitable and just environment. It also has been shown to lead to increased innovation, creativity, and productivity. But how do you embrace diversity initiatives (DEI) for small chambers of commerce or even a […]

Last week was Small Business Week in the US. So, you may be wondering why we’re posting this article on support small business quotes this week instead of last. Here’s why. Hopefully, if your chamber made some headway in supporting small business last week, then you’ll want to carry that on this week and in […]

Why does every business on social media offer a webinar these days? Because they are a good way to position yourself as a thought leader, bring in revenue (through selling an additional service or course), connect with your audience, and help provide them with the answers they need. You’ll see all kinds, but tech talk […]

We’re showcasing 9 creative chamber programs and initiatives that go beyond traditional networking events. Here’s how you too can foster meaningful connections, facilitate member collaboration, and drive long-term member engagement. Chambers have traditionally been seen as a networking group. Businesspeople expect to go to a chamber event with plenty of business cards in hand, shake […]