Frank J. Kenny's Chamber of Commerce Industry Blog

As a chamber pro, you know that events are a crucial part of fostering business relationships and community engagement. But if the average networking event is be losing its novelty again, it’s time for some innovative event ideas to help you re-engage businesses and your community. Immediately after COVID people longed for in-person events that […]

“More” is not always the best idea. Here’s why you need to stop doing too much and ways you can streamline your approach for greater success. A chamber is an incredible part of any community. It’s involved in the things that mean the most when creating a vibrant area for businesses and citizens alike; things […]

I’ve been known to make a lot of jokes about the rise of the machines and the Terminator franchise when it comes to the current uptick in AI-generated and ChatGPT content. At first, it bothered me. We’re trying to learn how to use chatbots and other tools that could supplant us. Being replaced by a […]

You want to grow membership, not slow it down, but if your chamber is hard to join you are missing out on memberships. People want easy purchases and they want the solution right away. When your offer provides a solution for their business and it grabs them emotionally, you want them to act now. But […]

If you’re designing membership tiers, one of your greatest challenges may be deciding which tiers include what benefits. Creating tiers that are appealing yet entice companies to upgrade to higher levels takes finesse and a clear understanding of what your members want. How to Create Valuable Membership Tiers Before we get to a list of […]

Being a chamber pro is difficult. It wears on you the same way running a household does. There are a lot of expectations, long hours, and responsibilities, but ultimately it is very rewarding. However, just like any relationship, there will be days you love your chamber of commerce job…and days you wish it belonged to […]

Whether you have an existing chamber ambassadors program or you’re looking to start one, creating a group that is welcoming and has the kind of energy that is infectious can be challenging. But it’s absolutely necessary if you want it to be successful. In this article, we’ll cover the basics of creating a program and […]

Where there’s a will, there’s a way. You’ll find a way, or you’ll find an excuse. Do these sayings sound familiar? While they are great doses of reality, finding enough time in the day to do everything you have to can be overwhelming, especially as a chamber professional. Getting your work done requires a lot […]