VACCE November 2023
E-Newsletter
The mission of VACCE is to equip Chamber of Commerce professionals with leadership skills and tools to build innovative Chambers.
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VACCE 2024 Conference Dates & Locations |
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Be sure to save the dates for our 2024 conferences:
2024 VACCE Spring Conference
Thursday & Friday, March 21 & 22, 2024
Hotel 24 South
Staunton, VA
2024 VACCE Executive Leadership Conference
Thursday & Friday, August 22 & 23, 2024
The Bristol Hotel
Bristol, VA
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Wednesday, December 6 - 10:00am
Grant Writing 101
Anissa Starnes, YGM Total Resource Campaigns
In this webinar, Anissa will provide you with the basic knowledge and understanding of how to find potential grants to apply for, how to reach out to build relationships with Grantmakers, and ultimately craft a grant application that will be successful in securing funding. We will walk through the basic best practices of these three steps in the grant life cycle: research, relationships, and writing. We hope this will help you feel more confident as you seek grant revenue for your chamber. During this webinar you will learn:
- The key elements of the grant life cycle;
- Why some grants do not receive funding;
- How to determine which Grantmakers are a strong fit for your organization;
- How to best tell “your story” on why you need the funding; and
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How to use your research and relationship efforts to customize your grant applications.
CLICK HERE to register for the hour-long session. The meeting will be recorded and shared with the full membership after the session if you aren't able to join us that day.
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2023 Virginia Chamber Annual Luncheon
November 9, 2023 - 11:45am to 1:15pm
Greater Richmond Convention Center
Please join us as we present awards to legislators for their support of Blueprint Virginia 2030 and leadership in advancing pro-business legislation during the 2023 General Assembly Session. Click here for more information and to register.
14th Annual Virginia Economic Summit & Forum on International Trade
December 1, 2023 - 9:00am to 2:00pm
Greater Richmond Convention Center
The Virginia Chamber Foundation and Virginia Economic Development Partnership are pleased to present the 2023 Virginia Economic Summit and Forum on International Trade. Click here for more information and to register.
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VACCE Associate Member Updates |
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Promoting Volunteer Success
No one volunteers because they want to do a bad job - yet it happens. How do you prevent it? First it helps to understand what motivates people to volunteer. A passion for your organization or mission, interest in accomplishing a specific goal, helping the organization, and making a difference in the community are the reasons most cited for volunteering. Less altruistic reasons include recognition, business connections, honor or prestige, obligation, and guilt. Click here to read the full article.
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Thank you for joining us in October for our introductory webinar on how to get started with advocacy at your chamber. If you missed the training, click here to watch the recording. We are honored to be an associate member of VACCE and look forward to providing you valuable tools and education to help you build and grow your advocacy program.
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Top Benefits Your Members Can Offer
Finding, hiring, and retaining the best talent can be a burden to take on. When your members stay ahead of the curve by offering a competitive benefits package, they will be able to stand out in the community and to potential employees. So, what benefits are the most attractive to employees?
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PTO – Employees who have an adequate amount of time to rest, reset, relax, and even heal without the stress of taking the time off, are more likely to be happy when they are at work. Offering paid time off (sick time, vacation time, parental leave, etc.) will encourage and enable employees to be well and thrive.
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Healthcare – prioritizing healthcare will go hand in hand with paid time off. Being able to offer an affordable health insurance plan will not only help keep everyone healthy but also happier and less stressed.
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Retirement Package – When employees feel valued in their work, they will be more likely to put in their best effort on the job. Investing in the team’s future can help to encourage a strong work ethic.
While ChambersofVAHealthcare may not be able to tackle all these benefits, we certainly can help your members find an affordable healthcare plan, and ancillary coverage to meet their team’s needs.
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Blackstone Chamber
The Chamber has several updates this month:
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ChamberRVA
Prepare to be inspired, uplifted, and amazed as we shine a spotlight on the remarkable achievements of young professionals and organizations who are transforming the business landscape and making a lasting impact on the RVA community. Join us for our HYPE ICONS Awards, an unforgettable evening on November 30 of recognition, celebration, and connection as we honor the rising stars who are redefining success. These exceptional individuals and organizations have not only demonstrated unparalleled dedication to their careers, but have also harnessed their skills, creativity, and innovation to leave an indelible mark in the Richmond region.
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Chesterfield Chamber
Amy DuFour has been named the Interim President for the Chamber.
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Danville Pittsylvania County Chamber
The Chamber will be hosting a trip to Ireland in March 2024. For more information, please click here.
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Dulles Regional Chamber
Mark Ingrao was recently announced as the Chamber's Interim President & CEO.
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Hampton Roads Chamber
The Chamber is in full event mode! We recently held our 2023 State of the Region Address, named the Military Citizen of the Year and hosted our New Executive Welcome along with several other member meetups and B2B opportunities. Our Young Professionals group, tHRive, also hosted their Third Annual YP Summit which was a massive success as they grow to over 2,000 members strong! Read all about our recent events on the Chamber News section of our website.
We are also looking forward to November and December where we will be hosting BRAVO! A Celebration of Leadership honoring 5 regional leaders and our LEAD757 Class of 2023 graduates on November 29 and welcoming Senator Mark Warner for our Annual Meeting on December 11. We are closing out the year with several celebrations while reflecting on the monumental year we had!
Finally, we are excited to announce that our 2024 Leadership Exchange will be held in Tampa, Florida on April 24th-27th. We are looking forward to all we will learn from this beautiful coastal town! Registration opens soon.
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Highland County Chamber
The 64th Highland County Maple Festival will be held March 9-10 & 16-17, 2024. We’re seeking unique vendors selling arts, crafts, and food! Round 1 applications are due October 31, 2023. Get full details and apply online at www.highlandcounty.org/maple-festival.
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Luray-Page County Chamber
The Chamber will be hosting a 9-day trip to Italy in Fall 2024. For more information, please click here.
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Top of Virginia Regional Chamber
We are excited to celebrate our 100th member joined for THIS year! We had an extra sweet ribbon cutting for Crumbl Cookie – Winchester!
The Chamber is pleased to announce our two new staff members: Jenny Stover, Director of Marketing and Communications, and Kaleigh Fincham, Director of Programs and Events. Jenny brings a variety of knowledge and skills as a former marketing educator, sales representative, and photographer. She has experience in project management, community outreach, and implementing promotional strategies. She is going on 12 years as a Winchester resident and looks forward to supporting our local business community. Kaleigh has industry experience in event planning, design, and administration. As a small business owner herself, Kaleigh knows firsthand the importance of networking and supporting our local business community. She has been a resident of Winchester for the past 18 years and can’t wait to begin collaborating with new and existing members!
Join us at Shenandoah University, November 15th from 8:30am – Noon, for the 2023 Economic Summit! Hear from national, state, and local experience and gain insight to help you forecast your business! Learn more here.
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Virginia Asian Chamber
The Chamber Region 757 Office hosts "Attract, Recruit, Hire, and Train New Talents," a workforce development strategy development session suitable for employers of all sizes. Tuesday, November 14 at the Gather Town Center of Virginia Beach. With HR Master Coach Arnel Tanyag, covering key HR training areas to includes attract, recruit, hire, train, and lead new talents with focus on the millennials.
The Chamber's HQ Office hosts "The 13th Annual Leadership Awards Gala." The theme is: “East Meets West” on Wednesday, December 6, at the Five Star Jefferson Hotel in Richmond. The stately signature AAPI leadership and Service Excellence and Student Leaderships Awards Gala. Speakers include Virginia’s head of state, AAPI leadership. Event features East Meets West artistic expression.
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Virginia Hispanic Chamber
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Other Updates of Interest |
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ACCE
Did you know ACCE has a Non-Dues Revenue resource section on their website? They also have a Revenue Models Resource Guide, which is a white paper showcasing chamber of commerce dues structures and non-dues revenue streams, highlighting the latest trends, sharing relevant case studies and providing practical tools to help you explore revenue opportunities at your chamber. Click here for more information!
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IOM Webinar Wrap-Up
The Power of Storytelling
Joseph B. Henning, IOM, ACE, CAE - President & CEO, Henry County (GA) Chamber
Before podcasts and TikTok, before newspapers and broadcast media, storytelling was key to sharing information and passing down history. Stories celebrate achievements, share insights, and create meaningful connections. Unlock the storytelling potential of your membership organization. This webinar will touch on sharing compelling stories to highlight your organization’s strengths and benefits. Click here to watch the webinar.
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