We’re not casting stones here. Sadly, many of us are in a position where reactive is all we have. But how might your professional life and that of your chamber change if you could transform from reactive to proactive? What’s The Difference Between Proactive and Reactive Chamber Leadership? Let’s start by ensuring we are on […]
Draft a Chamber Vision Statement That Will Help You Go Places
Last week, we covered mission statements and provided you with 57 examples from chambers around the country (and a couple international ones). If you missed the post, check it out. This week we’re diving into how to create a vision statement that will help your community understand exactly where the chamber is headed. As we […]
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 […]
Strategies for Rekindling Chamber-City Relations
In the bustling world of local economies, the chamber of commerce and city government are like the old Reese’s Peanut Butter Cup commercials highlighting the joys of a peanut butter and chocolate combo. But sometimes, like any pairing, things can get a little nutty–and not in a tasty way. As a chamber pro, you might […]
How to Do a SWOT Analysis for Your Chamber
It’s that time of year and you might be thinking ahead to 2024. Maybe you’re looking at your chamber’s strategic plan and checking to see if you’re on track. Perhaps you’re considering that it’s time to revamp the document. Either way, a SWOT Analysis is the traditional “gold standard” to analyze where you are and […]
