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 minutes 53 secondsHelping Businesses Make Money with Heather Thomson
Heather Thompson, Vice President of Economy and Engagement at the Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, discusses her role and the chamber's initiatives. She shares her experience in creating the "Making Edmonton Digital" program, which helped 3,500 businesses during COVID-19, securing $2 million in funding. Heather emphasizes the shift from value-driven to purpose-driven consumers and the importance of customer service, experiential retail, and right-sizing physical space to drive business success.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode324
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8 April 2025, 7:30 am - 33 minutes 28 secondsSmall Business on the Local & National Scale with Tom Sullivan
Thomas Sullivan, Vice President of Small Business Policy at the US Chamber of Commerce., discusses the challenges small businesses face, particularly inflation, and the importance of advocacy. He emphasizes the need for small business owners to engage with lawmakers directly and highlights the US Chamber's initiatives, including the CO digital platform for small business resources.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode323
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1 April 2025, 7:30 am - 38 minutes 8 secondsCapital Campaigns to Fund Key Chamber Work with Ann Hutchison
Anne Hutchinson, President and CEO of the Fort Collins Area Chamber of Commerce, discusses the chamber's strategic plan, Northern Colorado Prospers, which focuses on economic growth, talent ecosystem, transportation, and a business-friendly environment.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode322
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25 March 2025, 7:30 am - 40 minutes 37 secondsRebuilding a Troubled Chamber with TJ Sullivan
TJ Sullivan, President and CEO of the Parker Chamber of Commerce discusses his journey from a top college leadership speaker to chamber executive, highlighting his role in rebuilding the Parker Chamber post-COVID. He emphasizes the importance of data-driven decision-making, such as canceling a loss-making event and right-sizing membership fees. TJ also stresses the need for advocacy and government affairs, sharing his success in passing a bond initiative to increase teacher pay.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode321
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18 March 2025, 7:30 am - 39 minutes 56 secondsIncome Generating Community Masterplan with Rudy Flores
Rudy Flores shares how his chamber has created a very effective, income generating, community matersplan.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode320
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11 March 2025, 8:30 am - 41 minutes 47 secondsOverall Chamber Passion with Joe Aldaz
Joe Aldaz addresses his driving motivation for his work in the Chamber world which is his overall chamber passion.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode319
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4 March 2025, 8:30 am - 37 minutes 55 secondsNon-profit Collaborations with Crystal Narr
Crystal Narr shares her experience as she has collaborated with other non-profits in her community for the greater good.
Full show notes are at: chamberchatpodcast.com/episode318
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25 February 2025, 8:30 am - 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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