When Chambers of Commerce were first starting in France in the 1600’s, they were the only show in town. Today there are countless entities that all say that they are working to support business or to develop the economy through business. It can be easy for the Chamber to potentially get lost in the mix. […]
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You Are An Economic Developer
“You’re not an economic developer”. Have you heard that before? Do you feel left out of the conversation? Does it frustrate you? Stop thinking that way; nothing could be further from the truth. I guarantee that every one of you is an economic development professional. Think about what you did today: Did you introduce a […]
Harnessing Collective Impact for Chambers of Commerce
Chambers of Commerce are central to the economic growth and social well-being of our communities. Our primary mission is to promote local businesses and improve the overall quality of life for residents. One effective way to achieve these goals is through the collective impact model, a framework that brings together diverse stakeholders to address common […]
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