IACCE is pleased to partner with Teri Smiley and Starfish Partnerships for a new All Things Chamber Webinar Series. This program is an excellent staff onboarding program and can also be used as a refresher to current staff members during staff meetings or a staff retreat. The series includes an introduction video and six (6) modules in the areas that cover "All Things Chamber":

All Things Introduction – Program Overview and Welcome Message

1. All Things Governance – Governing Documents, Board Role & Responsibilities, Committees & Task Force Groups, Board Meetings & Retreats
2. All Things Operations – Financial Management, Staff Teams & Culture
3. All Things Membership – Recruitment, Relationships, Retention
4. All Things Events & Programs – Event & Program Management, Fundraising, Meetings, Programs
5. All Things Community – Advocacy & Public Policy, Education Programs, Leadership Programs – Adult and Youth
6. All Things “Extra” – Foundations, Marketing & Communications, Non-Dues Revenue, Lessons Learned

The "All Things Chamber" bundle provides pre-recorded material, averaging a hour per module split into several shorter videos for ease of training, plus downloadable notes pages of the power points and additional PDF documents. Participating chambers will also be invited to a private Facebook group for Q&A and connecting with fellow chamber members across the country. This versatile digital resource allows you to utilize the content for a comprehensive staff training or retreat or for individual training at your own pace. You will have access to the recordings through December 31, 2025.

​IACCE members can purchase this incredible tool for only $195. Upon registration, IACCE will notify Teri and you will receive a unique access code from her for your chamber to use. Please remember that your unique access code may not be share with anyone outside of your chamber staff.

Please contact Lisa Weitzel at lisa@iacce.org or 217-585-2995 with any questions

In today's rapidly changing landscape, the ability to maintain and grow relationships with sponsors and investors is more critical than ever.   Join us for an interactive webinar where we delve into the power of LinkedIn as a strategic tool for sponsor engagement and recruitment. Whether you're a seasoned user or new to the platform, this session will equip you with actionable tips and strategies to leverage LinkedIn effectively. Through live hands-on training, attendees will discover how to maximize LinkedIn for development, keeping Chamber brand front and center, and navigate the virtual landscape to engage and grow.

Don't miss this opportunity to unlock the full potential of LinkedIn and propel your sponsor and member relationships to new heights in these challenging times. Join us for an engaging session that will leave you equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in the digital networking arena.

Join attorney Julie Proscia of Amundsen Davis LLC as she walks us through the required* Sexual Harassment Prevention training. This complementary training is for the Executive Director/President and all chamber staff. This is NOT for your members. If you wish to provide training for your members, email lisa@iacce.org to connect you with Julie Proscia. This is an opportunity for non-dues revenue for your chamber as well.

Please make sure you add your staff to the registration - only registered attendees who actually  attend the training will receive a certificate of completion. 

*Illinois enacted changes in legislation to fight sexual harassment in the workplace. In addition to the Workplace Transparency Act, amendments to the Illinois Human Rights Act and the Victims’ Economic Security and Safety Act, the Sexual Harassment Victim Representation Act and the Hotel and Casino Employee Safety Act were signed into law effective January 1, 2020.