If you’re a chamber pro, you’ve undoubtedly been asked at least one of the following questions by nonprofits in your community: If you’re like most chambers, there’s no way you can comp them all, discount their dues, and send them all of your volunteers. But there’s a whole world of creative, mutually beneficial collaborations waiting to […]
Ways to Use AI to Propel Your Chamber Newsletter
Your chamber newsletter may be one of the best communication tools you have. It’s an effective way to share information and reach people’s inboxes, a more likely way that they will see your content instead of taking a chance on an algorithm. Newsletters can also be monetized through ads and paid editorials for a source […]
To Charge or Not to Charge: The Ribbon Cutting Question
Ribbon cuttings are a time-honored tradition for chambers of commerce, celebrating new businesses and milestones within the community. However, as with any service, whether or not to charge for them often arises. Both sides have valid arguments, and the ultimate decision depends on each chamber’s goals and resources. In this article, we’ll cover the pros and cons of charging and […]
26 Chamber Tasks You Can Do Over Coffee
We get it. There is too much to do and too few hours to do it in. And while we’ve written about the dangers of multitasking and how it makes us less effective, working over your morning coffee doesn’t hold the same dangers (unless you miss your mouth and that scalding liquid waterfalls onto your […]
How to Build the Best Chamber Board Ever
As a chamber pro, it doesn’t take long to understand the importance of your board in helping you achieve your goals. They can make or break a chamber career. A petty board can cause division and raise doubt in your competency. A professional, positive board can rally the entire community around your efforts. In this […]
The Busy Chamber Pros Guide to Building a Thriving Young Professionals Group
When you’re 22 and freshly out of school, working in your first full-time position, you think everyone is old. So at the risk of these future leaders feeling like they’re placed at the kiddie table, a young professionals group is an engaging way to ensure the “youngins” meet people in their age range who they […]
Have a Howl of a Time with These Animal-themed Non-dues Revenue Ideas
Are you looking for some fun non-dues revenue ideas for your chamber? What could be more fun than animals? In this article, we’re showcasing what chambers and organizations across the country have done with animal-themed non-dues revenue events. Before we explore what they’ve done, know that these non-dues revenue events aren’t for everyone. If you’re […]
Leveraging Your Network to Assist Women in Business
We all know the power of a strong network. It can open doors to opportunities, provide invaluable resources, and offer a sense of camaraderie and support. While this is true for all genders, in honor of Women’s History Month in March (and International Women’s Day), we’re focusing on support systems for chamber women and women […]
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