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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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Greetings all and welcome to Workforce Central, the National Association of Workforce Board’s podcast series. NAWB serves, supports and represents the nearly 600 State and Local Workforce Development Boards (WDBs) and their 12,000+ business members as they work to meet the needs of business and job seekers in communities all across the country. To learn more and to become a member, visit www.nawb.org
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Tune in for thought-provoking conversations with smart, creative thinkers in the fields of benefits, economics, government, demography and more. This show is brought to you by the American Benefits Council, a Washington D.C. trade association that advocates for employers, connecting public policy and private-sector solutions to shape employee benefits for the evolving global workforce.
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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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The Art of Curiosity with Candace Carnahan
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Candace 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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Jason Mock, President and CEO of the Greater Dalton Chamber discusses the "Believe Greater Dalton" community strategy, initiated in 2018, which focuses on education, housing, downtown revitalization, entrepreneurship, community pride, and economic development. The strategy raised over $1 million in its first year and has led to significant improvem…
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Long-Term Vision with Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer
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Johnna Reeder Kleymeyer, President and CEO of the Colorado Springs Chamber and EDC, discussed her leadership journey and the chamber's initiatives. She emphasized the importance of measurable outcomes, non-dues revenue, and community engagement. The chamber also addresses workforce development through initiatives like Innovate Pikes Peak and progra…
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When Disaster Strikes Your Community with Sheriffa Jones
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Shariffa Jones, Executive Director of the Spencer Chamber of Commerce, discussed the chamber's role in disaster relief following a devastating flood in June 2024. The chamber served 370 businesses and had a budget of $350,000. The flood, compared to Hurricane Katrina, affected 75-80% of buildings, including critical infrastructure like the fire sta…
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World Cafe Model for Board Retreats with Elaine Spalding
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Brandon Burton hosts the Chamber Chat Podcast, featuring Elaine Spalding, President of the Rowan Chamber of Commerce in North Carolina. Elaine shares her 40-year career in chamber leadership and the Rowan Chamber's 100th anniversary celebration. They discuss the World Cafe model for board retreats, which facilitates board member input through small…
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Economic & Workforce Development with Sharon Mason
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Sharon Mason, President and CEO of the Cobb Chamber of Commerce, discussed her 22 years of chamber leadership and the chamber's significant growth, from a $3 million budget to over $7 million. She highlighted the chamber's role in attracting major companies like the Atlanta Braves, which led to over 46,000 new jobs and $6.3 billion in private inves…
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Building the Right Chamber for Your Community with Heather Lebischak
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Heather Lebischak, President and CEO of the North Jefferson Chamber of Commerce, discusses the chamber's rapid growth and success. Launched in January 2024 with three founding cities—Fultondale, Morris, and Kimberly—the chamber quickly gained 130 members and is on track for its first full-time hire. Heather emphasizes the importance of collaboratio…
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Helping Businesses Make Money with Heather Thomson
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Heather Thompson, Vice President of Economy and Engagement at the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, discusses her role and the chamber's initiatives. She shares her experience in creating the "Making Edmonton Digital" program, which helped 3,500 businesses during COVID-19, securing $2 million in funding. Heather emphasizes the shift from value-driven t…
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Small Business on the Local & National Scale with Tom Sullivan
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Thomas Sullivan, Vice President of Small Business Policy at the US Chamber of Commerce., discusses the challenges small businesses face, particularly inflation, and the importance of advocacy. He emphasizes the need for small business owners to engage with lawmakers directly and highlights the US Chamber's initiatives, including the CO digital plat…
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Capital Campaigns to Fund Key Chamber Work with Ann Hutchison
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Anne Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce, discusses the chamber's strategic plan, Northern Colorado Prospers, which focuses on economic growth, talent ecosystem, transportation, and a business-friendly environment. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode322 Please support this podcast by support…
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Rebuilding a Troubled Chamber with TJ Sullivan
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TJ Sullivan, President and CEO of the Parker Chamber of Commerce discusses his journey from a top college leadership speaker to chamber executive, highlighting his role in rebuilding the Parker Chamber post-COVID. He emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making, such as canceling a loss-making event and right-sizing membership fees. TJ …
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Income Generating Community Masterplan with Rudy Flores
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Rudy Flores shares how his chamber has created a very effective, income generating, community matersplan. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode320 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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Joe Aldaz addresses his driving motivation for his work in the Chamber world which is his overall chamber passion. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode319 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmyco…
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Non-profit Collaborations with Crystal Narr
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Crystal Narr shares her experience as she has collaborated with other non-profits in her community for the greater good. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode318 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community a…
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Warren Call tells the story of a complete chamber turnaround which has resulted in what is now known as Traverse Connect. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode317 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community …
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Enter Your Destination: Introducing the Council's Long-Term Strategic Plan
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On Wednesday, February 12, the American Benefits Council released its long-term public policy strategic plan, DESTINATION 2030: A Roadmap for the Future of Employee Benefits. In this episode, host Jason Hammersla speaks with Strategic Plan Task Force Chair Tami Simon about the plan's development and ultimate framework for advancing holistic well-be…
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Engaging Partners in Purpose with Carl Blackstone
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Carl Blackstone shares strategies he has found successful to engage partners in purpose. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode316 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Re…
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Fixing Holes in a Storm with Jennifer Hanson
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Jennifer Hanson shares her experience of working to overcome obstacles while trying to turn around her chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode315 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommu…
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Reinventing the Rubber Chicken Dinner with Michelle Epling
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Michelle Epling shares how her chamber has enhanced their events to be much better than a rubber chicken dinner. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode314 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycomm…
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Peter Guzman leads the Latin Chamber in Nevada. He joins us for this episode to talk about his passion for supporting small business. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode313 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App M…
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Bryan Daniels shares how the Blount Partnership has been able to grow the National Signing Day program in their community which has turned it into a huge workforce win. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode312 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. c…
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Create a Thriving Community with Nikki Devitt
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Nikki Devitt share ways that you can really get excited about the positive things your community has to offer which will allow for you to create a thriving community no matter where you live. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode311 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Co…
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Ryan Tarrant shares how the Jackson Chamber is taking some big swings by thinking big and really leaning into the placemaking aspects to create a desirable community for businesses and residents alike. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode310 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalb…
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Tara Lea's position with the Nebraska Chamber has allowed her to create a system of conveners across the state. She shares great insights on how you can create conveners in your community as well. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode309 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.c…
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E08: Partners in Progress: Workforce, Economic Development, and Commerce Unite
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In this episode, NAWB President and CEO, Brad Turner-Little, is joined by Nathan Ohle, CEO of the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) and Sheree Anne Kelly, President and CEO of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), for a discussion about the intersection of workforce development, economic development, and Chamber …
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Angela Wilson shares her thoughts around navigating contracts with other entities that your chamber may formally partner with. Her experiences provide great insight to make sure your chamber is protected. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode308 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringingloc…
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Negotiating Compensation & Benefits with Bob Thomas
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Bob Thomas, COO of the Michigan Chamber of Commerce, discussed strategies for negotiating compensation and benefits in the chamber industry. He emphasized understanding market rates, including private sector comparables, and having transparent conversations with supervisors and boards. Thomas suggested alternatives like performance bonuses, flexibl…
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Rachel Beld, President and CEO of the Vista Chamber of Commerce, discussed the chamber's paid internship program, which matches high school students with local businesses. The program, funded initially by ARPA money and now by the school district, has grown from 42 students in its first year to 74 last year. Students work 100 hours over the summer,…
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Advocacy that Bolsters the Community with Michael Guymon
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Michael Guymon, President and CEO of the Tucson Metro Chamber, discussed the chamber's advocacy efforts to bolster community competitiveness. Guymon emphasized local advocacy, focusing on workforce development, public safety, transportation, housing affordability, and quality of life. He highlighted successful initiatives like the Coalition Against…
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John Tayer shares the process the Boulder Chamber employs when deciding to take on something new. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode304 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamb…
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E07: National Apprenticeship Week Spotlight: Apprenticeships in Wisconsin
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Tune in as NAWB President and CEO, Brad Turner-Little, is joined by David Polk, Director of the Wisconsin Department of Workforce Development's Bureau of Apprenticeship Standards, and President of NASTAD (National Association of State and Territorial Apprenticeship Directors), during National Apprenticeship Week 2024. Polk shares his unique perspec…
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First Reaction to the Chamber Industry with Dale Kooyenga
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Dale Kooyenga has a very unique background and he shares with us some of his first impression as he entered the chamber industry. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode303 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Co…
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Creating a Chamber of Impact with Matt Lofy
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Matt Lofy joins us to talk about ways to create a chamber of impact. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode302 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Chamber Nation chamber…
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Success Through Involvement with Derek Rusher
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Derek Rusher shares how he entered the Chamber world after a career in education and has found success by getting involved. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode301 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Communit…
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Brandon Burton shares some of the resources that he is utilizing with AI after 300 episodes recorded. See what AI tools you can use at your chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode300 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.co…
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Houssem Touil shares all about a brand-new Chamber resource, Chamberpad. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode299 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Chamber Nation cha…
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E06: Workforce Solutions from the Border: El Paso's Workforce Innovation Playbook
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In this episode, NAWB President and CEO, Brad Turner-Little, is joined by Leila Melendez, CEO of Workforce Solutions Borderplex, in El Paso, Texas. Leila shares her organization's innovative approach to adapting national workforce mandates to meet local needs in the diverse Borderplex region. She discusses creative initiatives like NextForce, HerFo…
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Jimmy Lane shares how the Cocoa Beach Regional Chamber grew their revenue by over 33% in a very short time. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode298 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity…
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What Today's Members Really Want with Barry Phillips
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Barry Phillips pulls back the curtain to share what today's members really want out of their membership. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode297 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.co…
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Marketing on a Shoestring Budget with Sean Evans
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Sean Evans shares how the Meridian Chamber swings their marketing on a shoestring budget. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode296 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat C…
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Craig Turner from Momentum AI joins us in this episode to help demystify AI and shares use cases for your chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode295 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmyco…
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How to Manage & Lead Change with Lynn Turner
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Lynn Turner shares tips and strategies around how to manage and lead change within your organization. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode294 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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Greater Phoenix Chamber-2024 COY Finalist with Todd Sanders
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Todd Sanders shares the two programs from the Phoenix Chamber's application for Chamber of the Year. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode293 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back bringinglocalback.com Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/ch…
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Greater Winston Salem, Inc.-2024 COY Finalist with Mark Owens
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Mark Owens shares the two programs from the Chamber of the Year application for Greater Winston Salem, Inc. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode292 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back chamberchatpodcast.com/bringinglocalback Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Commu…
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State Chamber of Oklahoma-2024 COY Finalist with Chad Warmington & Brent Skarky
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Chad Warmington & Brent Skarky from the State Chamber of Oklahoma share the two programs from their Chamber of the Year application. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode291 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Bringing Local Back chamberchatpodcast.com/bringinglocalback Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast…
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Bringing Local Back: The Future of Local Commerce
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Bringing Local Back is a new, innovative platform that enables Chambers to be the hero in driving commerce in their communities. Secure your seat in our August 30 webinar to learn all about this program and see what kind of power it offers to your organization. Visis chamberchatpodcast.com/bringinglocalback to register for the free webinar.…
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E05: Entrepreneurial Approaches for Workforce Boards: Strategies from South Central PA Works
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In this episode, CEO of South Central PA Works, Jesse McCree, joins us for an illuminating discussion on workforce development innovation. Leading an influential board that spans eight counties in central PA, Jesse offers insights from his nearly eight-year tenure. The conversation delves into South Central PA Works' pioneering strategies, includin…
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Greater Sarasota Chamber-2024 COY Finalist with Heather Kasten
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Heather Kasten shares the two programs from the Greater Sarasota Chamber application for Chamber of the Year. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode290 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Chamber Nation chambern…
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Fox Cities Chamber-2024 COY Finalist with Becky Bartoszek
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Becky Bartoszek shares the two programs from the Chamber of the Year application for the award-winning Fox Cities Chamber. Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode289 Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast App My Community appmycommunity.com/chamberchat Chamber Na…
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