Chamber Chat Podcast
Brandon Burton
This is a show for Chamber professionals to get ideas so they can better serve their members and community.
- 43 minutesChamber Turnaround with Warren Call
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
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18 February 2025, 8:30 am - 38 minutes 26 secondsEngaging Partners in Purpose with Carl Blackstone
Carl Blackstone shares strategies he has found successful to engage partners in purpose.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode316
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11 February 2025, 8:30 am - 31 minutes 5 secondsFixing Holes in a Storm with Jennifer Hanson
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
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4 February 2025, 8:30 am - 30 minutes 48 secondsReinventing the Rubber Chicken Dinner with Michelle Epling
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
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28 January 2025, 8:30 am - 31 minutes 35 secondsSmall Business Passion with Peter Guzman
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
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21 January 2025, 8:30 am - 33 minutes 12 secondsNational Signing Day with Bryan Daniels
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
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14 January 2025, 8:30 am - 33 minutes 55 secondsCreate a Thriving Community with Nikki Devitt
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
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7 January 2025, 8:30 am - 33 minutes 27 secondsThinking Big with Ryan Tarrant
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
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31 December 2024, 8:30 am - 30 minutes 36 secondsCreating Conveners with Tara Lea
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
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24 December 2024, 8:30 am - 34 minutes 49 secondsNavigating Contracts with Angela Wilson
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
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17 December 2024, 8:30 am - 39 minutes 26 secondsNegotiating Compensation & Benefits with Bob Thomas
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, flexible work schedules, and professional development budgets. He advised seasoned professionals to document their impact and align requests with organizational goals. Thomas also stressed the importance of not working for free and considering career changes if alignment with personal goals is lacking.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode307
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