Politics is becoming a very contentious area these days. People are defriending those who don’t share their political persuasions. So why in the world would you want your chamber to become more political and host a meet the candidates night? Chambers must look out for the needs of business. As the voice of business, they […]
Tips to Get Your New Member On-Boarding Program Humming
They are now members. Yes! Time to fire up your new member on-boarding program. Don’t have one? It’s a little rusty? So what’s next? Obviously a celebration, right? Or information from a firehose? Or big bear hugs all around? What’s the first step to making them feel a part of your wonderful chamber? You have […]
Networking Event Ideas to Improve Your Chamber Networking
Most people still join the chamber for one simple reason: to get more customers or clients. Getting more sales isn’t done through expensive advertising anymore. That’s simply not enough these days. People want to get to know, like, and trust the people they’re buying from. They are looking for networking event ideas from a participant’s […]
The Beginner’s Guide to the Chamber Ribbon Cutting Ceremony
A lot of people outside of the chamber may lack a detailed understanding of what exactly a chamber does. Many people may even know them as the “organization with the giant scissors.” While the chamber of commerce ribbon cutting ceremony may not be what they once were, where the entire town turned out to welcome […]
I’m the New Chamber Legislative Director. Now What?
The chamber of commerce’s legislative agenda is one of those quiet benefits for businesses. It’s one they don’t think about but it works behind the scenes for them like an investment. Your role as the chamber legislative director is an unsung one to most of your members. But that doesn’t mean it’s any less important. […]
Chamber Data: What Should I Track at My Chamber of Commerce?
Data is soooo important. Right? Everyone says so. But what chamber data, exactly? The data you choose to track can tell you a lot about members, potential members, your events, maybe even your community, but only if you’re tracking things consistently, analyzing the numbers you record, and finding some ways to use them for the chamber. […]
The Ultimate Guide to Chamber Sponsorships
Chamber sponsorships… we all want them, we need them, and yet we don’t want to offer the same old same old. This guide – developed directly from experienced and successful chamber pros advice – will show you how to develop creative ideas to build great chamber sponsorship packages, how to land sponsors and how to […]
I’m in Charge of Chamber Membership Development. Now What?
Are you now in charge of chamber membership development? Whether you’re the new chamber membership director, business development person or coming from another staff position (congratulations on your promotion!), it’s always exciting to start bringing on new members for the chamber … but it also can be a lot of stress. In a role as […]
