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?

Board Training Session; an incredible annual tool to spur engagement

Columbus Chamber on a path.

Columbus Chamber

Principles of Non-profit Finance

Center for Chamber Excellence is held at Texas A&M each February

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.

Tips to fine tune the leader in you

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

6 tips for the newly hired Chamber Professional

Let’s face it. Chambers of Commerce tend to lack proper onboarding methods for its executive or upper management for one reason or another. It is what it is. Let’s drill down on tips to assist the fresh new Chamber Executive or a recently hired Chamber Professional.  A question I’m hearing more and more often is… Continue reading 6 tips for the newly hired Chamber Professional