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W.A.C.E.'s Chamber Leadership Podcast

W.A.C.E.'s Chamber Leadership Podcast

Hosted by Western Association of Chamber Executives

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Episodes

117

Latest episode

Jan 2024

Language

EN-US

About the show

Inspiring chamber of commerce executives, staff and volunteers through best practices and interviews with industry leaders.

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January 23, 202414 min

Reflections and Inspiration for the Future

In this episode we are joined by Lorraine Clarno, ACE, 2023-2024 Board Chair and Whitney Diver McEvoy, Board Chair Elect as they reflect on the Association's past year and set intentions and inspiration for the year ahead.

January 9, 20248 min

Community Vitality … the Ultimate Economic Development Target

Glenn Morris, ACE , President/CEO of the Santa Maria Valley (CA) Chamber and W.A.C.E. Board member, joins us  to discuss the role of chambers in economic development and how that may look now compared to chambers of the past. Listen now!

December 13, 202311 min

Filling the Void | Convening to Champion

What is one of the most prominent needs in your community and what are you doing to address it?  The last few years have unearthed some seismic shifts in our communities, and in this episode Tempe (AZ) Chamber President/CEO Colin Diaz, ACE shares his belief that Chambers are uniquely positioned to lead the charge in addressing them.  This is a generational moment, and who chambers work with and how will determine the future in many of our communities. Check out the full episode now.

November 28, 202313 min

Setting the Bar: Goal Mastery for Chamber Leaders

This week's podcast features special guest Zeb Welborn, ACE, President of the Chino Valley (CA) Chamber. Zeb shares with us a goal setting strategy that his chamber has seen success with and walks you through the step-by-step process using his first years at the chamber as a case study. Listen now.

October 5, 202319 min

Chamber's Role in Community Crisis, Resiliency & Connection

On this episode, we interview John Bwarie from Stratiscope, a community engagement, marketing and association management firm. John discusses the local chambers’ roles in responding to community crises, building resiliency, and connecting your community.

September 14, 20236 min

Chamber's Role as a Hub for Information

On this episode, we discuss the important role Chambers fill when dealing with a community emergency or natural disaster. Many Chambers are considered their community’s hub for important information, when an unexpected event strikes, those expectations only increase for key community organizations like chambers of commerce.

September 6, 202314 min

Importance of Professional Development

On this episode of the Chamber Leadership podcast Jim Johnson from the Pearland (TX) Chamber of Commerce joins us. Jim talks about the importance of professional development in the industry and the program that won their chamber the “Chamber of the Year” award at the latest ACCE Conference.

August 29, 20236 min

Chamber Leadership Podcast Relaunch

Nick Ortiz with the Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.), announces the relaunch of the Chamber Leadership podcast and reviews the importance of Chambers of Commerce and the business community in advancing growth in their regions.

March 14, 202315 min

Get to Know Nick Ortiz

In this week's episode Dave Kilby sits down with Nick Ortiz, the new President/CEO of W.A.C.E. Nick discusses his background, experience, passion for the Chamber Industry, the future of chambers and reflects on the impact W.A.C.E. has had on him personally and on his career.

February 21, 20235 min

Career Reflections & Some Things to Consider

In this week’s episode, Dave Kilby, President of W.A.C.E.,  offers wisdom and reflection as he looks ahead towards retirement and the future forward.

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