The Rise of Chamber Foundations

Past Chairmen of the Central Fort Bend

A Smart Strategy for Revenue Growth By Diane Probst, IOM, CCE Creator and Founder of Chamberology In today’s dynamic business environment, Chambers of Commerce are constantly seeking innovative ways to sustain and expand their operations. One of the most popular and effective trends emerging is the creation of a 501(c)(3) Chamber Foundation. This strategic move… Continue reading The Rise of Chamber Foundations

The Power of Planning

Laredo Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors

Why Strategizing Ahead is Essential for Chambers of Commerce By Diane Probst, IOM, CCE Creator and Founder of Chamberology There’s an old cliché that still holds true: “If you fail to plan, you’re planning to fail.” For Chambers of Commerce, this statement couldn’t be more relevant. The success of your Chamber doesn’t just depend on… Continue reading The Power of Planning

Why do you need a Communications Plan?

Marble Falls Chamber of Commerce getting ready for their next event.

Candidate School for your community?

Starting a Candidate School can be a strategic move for a Chamber of Commerce to: In summary, a Candidate School can foster leadership, enhance civic engagement, and strengthen the Chamber’s role in shaping the community’s future. I enjoyed assisting Vision Galveston in creating what started out to be a Candidate School and in the end… Continue reading Candidate School for your community?

Local nonprofits need to plan too

Aransas Pathways “Partnership” group during a breakout session

Creating a Chamber Foundation

Working with the Central Fort Bend Chamber to create their Chamber Foundation was a rewarding experience.

Hold a Strategic Planning Day

Giddings Area Board of Directors and President/CEO Denise Harlan enjoy a day of focus on the future for the Giddings Area Chamber of Commerce.

Tips to fine tune the leader in you

Diane Probst presents at Center for Chamber Excellence at Texas A&M University

What does a Hummingbird and a Chamber have in common?

For the past 29 years, the Rockport-Fulton Chamber of Commerce has been a part of the life of a ruby-throated hummingbird and all birds like no other. It’s through the creation of the HummerBird Celebration held each year around mid-September.

Full Circle – Ironically, it started in Bryan and circled back

What does “Full Circle” mean for Chamberology? Well, have you ever had things just happen a certain way and you really can’t believe they happened that way?