Frank J. Kenny's Chamber of Commerce Industry Blog

Many chambers of commerce are looking for ways to celebrate diversity so that they can be more inclusive as the Voice of Business — all businesses. Since June is National Pride Month, if you want to reach out to and connect with your LGBTQ+ community and business owners, you can take a cue from these […]

Let’s face it. People have a lot on their minds these days. With concerns over inflation, the rising costs of goods and gas, monkey pox, increased COVID numbers, the world is an anxious place. Even for people ignoring those concerns, summer is looming and many people are putting things on cruise control until the fall. […]

It’s getting to be that time of year again. No, we’re not talking about proms and graduations–although there are plenty of those going on right now. We’re referring to chamber golf tournament marketing time! If your sales have been a little stale, we’ve got some fresh ideas for you. Recently, on the Chamber of Commerce […]

Let’s pretend it’s Christmas in July…errr…May…or maybe you are nearing the end of your fiscal calendar and you have a little extra in the chamber of commerce budget. Perhaps you’re budgeting for next year and your board has invited you to get yourself a little “something.” Whatever the reason, if you find yourself with a […]

Worried because people always ask you “What does a chamber of commerce do?” Here’s why you shouldn’t be concerned and what you should focus on instead. Sales trainers tell us it’s an easier sale when you concentrate on telling people how you help instead of educating them on the daily tasks, events and activities that […]

Are you attending a special event or want to show off your new branding? Then you might just be in the market for some cheap giveaway ideas. While branded promotional items that you give away are a great way to market your chamber, you may be concerned about the impact of that on your budget. […]

If your ideal member was looking for help to build their business, would they find your chamber website if they weren’t specifically looking for the chamber? In addition to a solid content marketing plan, a Chamber FAQ page could be the “SEO ranking gold” that you were looking for. Once they find your site, does […]

Ahhh the honeymoon, when members are new and filled with dreams of how extraordinary membership will be. It’s an ideal time for the new member welcome packet to shine. It goes a long way because you have their attention. They’ve just given you money and they are looking for a return on their investment. It’s […]