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Collaborating with Regional Economic Development: A Guide for Chamber Professionals

Collaborating with Regional Economic Development: A Guide for Chamber Professionals

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 […]

Collaborating with City Government: A Guide for Chamber Professionals

Collaborating with City Government: A Guide for Chamber Professionals

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 […]

Harnessing the Benefits of Adversity at Your Chamber

Harnessing the Benefits of Adversity in Your Chamber

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, & Inclusion (DEI) for Small Chambers of Commerce

Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI) for Small Chambers of Commerce

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 […]

55 Support Small Business Quotes for the Chamber

55 Support Small Business Quotes for the Chamber

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 […]

50 Tech Talk Topics: Ideas for Chambers of Commerce

50 Tech Talk Topic Ideas for Chambers of Commerce

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 […]

Beyond Networking: Get More Member Engagement with These Chamber Programs

Beyond Networking: Get More Member Engagement with These Chamber Programs

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 […]

Innovative Event Ideas to Engage Businesses and Your Community

Innovative Event Ideas to Engage Businesses and Your Community

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 […]

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Frank Kenny is a successful entrepreneur, chamber member, chamber board member, chamber board of directors chair, and chamber President/CEO. He now coaches chamber professionals, consults with chambers, trains staff and members, and speaks professionally. He helps Chambers and Chamber Professionals reach their goals. See full bio.

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