This is a show for Chamber professionals (Chamber Champions) to learn about ideas so they can better serve their members and community by understanding the role of their influence. Think of it as a weekly show to deliver the kind of ideas that you would get from you your regional, state, or national association conferences.
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Associations AMPED Up! is a show where you’ll better understand the AMC model through conversations with association professionals. We’ll dive into the principles and best practices to which they adhere and the tools and initiatives they use to help their client associations grow. Whether you are an emerging or seasoned association professional, we hope you will enjoy the insights our guests will bring to this podcast.
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Association Chat is a podcast dedicated to exploring the world of professional associations and member-based organizations. Host KiKi L'Italien engages with industry leaders, association executives, and innovative thinkers to discuss emerging trends, best practices, and challenges facing the association community. From membership engagement strategies to digital transformation, this podcast offers valuable insights for anyone working in or interested in the association sector. Join the conve ...
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Associations today face intense pressures that threaten their continued relevance. Operating as you've traditionally done for the last 10, 20, or more years is not a viable option. Gone are the days when members would automatically renew. Today individuals expect value in return for membership. Why shouldn't they? They have a higher demand on their time and more choices on how and from whom they can obtain information due to rapid advances in technology, competition, and social networking. M ...
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Membership Value & ROI with Joe Venhuizen
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35:51In this episode of Chamber Chat, host Brandon Burton speaks with Joe Van Heisen, Vice President of Membership and Resource Development for Envision Greater Fond du Lac. They discuss the importance of membership value and ROI for chambers, the significance of storytelling and advocacy in building trust with members, and the future of chambers in an …
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Lean into Your Unique Background with Michaela Horn & Brianne Bonnet
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31:09Michaela Horn & Brianne Bonnet from the Belle Fourche Chamber share how they have been able to leverage their unique backgrounds into their work at the chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode347 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberch…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Greater Memphis Chamber with Ted Townsend
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44:53Ted Townsend share the details about the two programs that were submitted on the Chamber of the Year application for the Greater Memphis Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode346 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/p…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Greater Topeka Partnership with Juliet Abdel & Bob Ross
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41:45Juliet Abdel & Bob Ross share the details for the two programs that were submitted on the Chamber of the Year application for the Greater Topeka Partnership. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode345 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatp…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Grand Rapids Area Chamber with Rick Baker
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37:08Rick Baker shares the details about the two programs that were submitted on the Chamber of the Year application for the Grand Rapids Area Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode344 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Ocala Metro CEP with Tamara Fleischhaker
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37:46Tamara Fleischhaker shares the two programs from the Chamber of the Year application for the Ocala Metro Chamber and Economic Partnership. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode343 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast …
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Greater Fort Wayne Inc. with John Urbahns
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31:18John Urbahns shares the two programs from the Chamber of the Year application for Greater Fort Wayne Inc. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode342 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.c…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Greater Sarasota Chamber with Heather Kasten
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33:21Heather Kasten joins us for this episode as she represents the Greater Sarasota Chamber as a Chamber of the Year Finalist. She highlights the two programs from their Chamber of the Year application. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode341 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Greater Jackson Chamber with Kyle Spurgeon & Lindsay Dawkins Moon
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42:26Kyle Spurgeon & Lindsay Dawkins Moon share the details about the two programs that were submitted on the Chamber of the Year application for the Greater Jackson Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode340 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. …
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Michigan West Coast Chamber with Jodi Owczarski
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37:43Jodi Owczarski shares the details about the two programs that were submitted on the Chamber of the Year application for the Michigan West Coast Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode339 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcas…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber with Scott Harper
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42:28Scott Harper shares details about the two programs that were submitted on the chamber of the year application for the Conroe/Lake Conroe Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode338 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/p…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Paducah Area Chamber with Sandra Wilson
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37:08Sandra Wilson shares the two programs from the chamber of the year application for the Paducah Area Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode337 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunit…
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Personalization and Authenticity = The Future of Association Marketing [with Cam Sanders!]
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42:36As we learn from our guest today on the Association Chat Podcast, Cam Sanders—Founder and Principal of LeadHERShip Strategies—personalization and authenticity are the future of association marketing, and there’s really no other way forward. In an age where marketing is already beginning to be dominated by AI-generated content, it’s the organization…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Rowan County Chamber with Elaine Spalding
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27:46Elaine Spalding shares the details about the two programs that were submitted on the 2025 Chamber of the Year application for the Rowan County Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode336 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast…
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Outcomes Over Deliverables & the End of Pointless “Busy Work” at Your Association
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39:36When it comes to nonprofits and associations, the underlying message from this podcast is crystal clear: let’s embrace the end of pointless busy work and move toward measuring how the work we do directly impacts mission. 🎯 **And spoiler alert – it’s not easy to do** This week on the Association Chat Podcast, host KiKi L’Italien interviews Juan Sanc…
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2025 Chamber of the Year Finalist-Chino Valley Chamber with Zeb Welborn
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32:57Zeb Welborn shares the details about the two programs submitted by the Chino Valley Chamber on their 2025 Chamber of the Year application. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode335 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast …
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The Infinite Possibilities of a CEO Doubling Down on Culture & Belonging
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33:02These days, the role of a CEO extends far beyond managing operations—it involves creating an environment where every team member feels a genuine sense of belonging. This week, the Association Podcast welcomes Wendy-Jo Toyama, CEO of the American Epilepsy Society, for a discussion with host KiKi L’Italien focused on the rich organizational benefits …
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The Psychology & Science Behind Events with Cally D'Angelo
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39:47Cally D'Angelo, founder of Collective Edge LLC, discusses the psychology and science behind events. Cally emphasizes the importance of emotional memory in creating memorable events, which enhances engagement, retention, and revenue generation. She highlights the role of storytelling in evoking emotions and fostering deeper connections. Cally also s…
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How a Visionary Group of Women Fought to Empower All Who Work in Association Tech
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1:11:13In this special episode of the Association Chat Podcast, we hear from a group that helped solidify a new future for women in nonprofit tech as we speak with some of the founders of the Association of Women Technology Champions. Learn more about AWTC: https://awtc.tech/
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Importance of Being Proactive in 2025 with Clint Nessmith
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37:22Clint Nessmith shares examples of why it is so important to be proactive as a Chamber or EDO in 2025. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode333 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/c…
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Outsourcing as a Tool to Breathe New Life into Your Nonprofit
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32:00This week on Association Chat, host KiKi L’Italien sits down with Dana Freker Doody, owner of Inktide Solutions, and Shameka Jennings, principal and chief events officer of EventsNoire, to discuss outsourcing as a means of saving resources and preserving a strong culture and morale at associations and nonprofits. This interview explores what smart,…
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Jamie Beasley talks about Chamber Burnout and some potential solutions to overcome this problem that effects so many chamber professionals. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode332 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast…
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Timeless Advice for Building Community, Connections, and Happiness
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32:59How do we create a sense of belonging in a world that feels more disconnected than ever? For thousands of years, spiritual traditions have employed time-tested principles to bring people together, strengthen identities, and cultivate loyalty. But how can today’s associations and nonprofits apply these lessons to deepen connections and inspire lasti…
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The Art of Curiosity with Candace Carnahan
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35:46Candace Carnahan shares her philosophy about staying curious as she learns about others, including other buisness owners and community leaders. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode331 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/pod…
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How Associations Can Think and Act Like Entrepreneurs
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40:16Sales, growth strategies, and taking calculated risks — it’s not just for those seeking a traditional quarterly profit in the business world. In this episode of the Association Chat Podcast, host KiKi L’Italien sits down with a serial entrepreneur in the association space, Lucas McCann, to talk all about it. Currently, Lucas is at the helm of Core …
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