Filling the Void | Convening to Champion

Reflections and Inspiration for the Future

In this episode we are joined by Lorraine Clarno, ACE, 2023-2024 Board Chair and Whitney Diver McEvoy, Board Chair Elect as they reflect on the Association's past year and set intentions and inspiration for the year ahead.

Community Vitality … the Ultimate Economic Development Target

Glenn Morris, ACE , President/CEO of the Santa Maria Valley (CA) Chamber and W.A.C.E. Board member, joins us  to discuss the role of chambers in economic development and how that may look now compared to chambers of the past. Listen now!

Filling the Void | Convening to Champion

What is one of the most prominent needs in your community and what are you doing to address it?  The last few years have unearthed some seismic shifts in our communities, and in this episode Tempe (AZ) Chamber President/CEO Colin Diaz, ACE shares his belief that Chambers are uniquely positioned to lead the charge in addressing them.  This is a generational moment, and who chambers work with and how will determine the future in many of our communities. Check out the full episode now.

Setting the Bar: Goal Mastery for Chamber Leaders

This week's podcast features special guest Zeb Welborn, ACE, President of the Chino Valley (CA) Chamber. Zeb shares with us a goal setting strategy that his chamber has seen success with and walks you through the step-by-step process using his first years at the chamber as a case study. Listen now.

Chamber's Role in Community Crisis, Resiliency & Connection

On this episode, we interview John Bwarie from Stratiscope, a community engagement, marketing and association management firm. John discusses the local chambers’ roles in responding to community crises, building resiliency, and connecting your community.