This annual training is for Executive Directors and staff.  If you are new to working in the Chamber profession, you’ll want to take advantage of valuable Chamber training offered by the OCCE.  Developed by top executives in our state, Chamber Management Institute (CMI) is a credited training program geared toward the basics of running a non-profit organization. 

This year, the program will be held one day per month for three consecutive months with emphasis on giving insight into the roles and responsibilities of being a part of a successful Chamber of Commerce.  The attendee will receive all of the presentations and information electronically.  Lunch will be provided for each session.

After completing all three CMI sessions (see dates below) participants will receive a certificate of completion.  Graduates will be recognized during the OCCE Annual Awards Celebration, which will be held on Tuesday, October 24, 2023 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Edmond, OK.

 PLEASE NOTE:  THE SESSIONS WILL NOT BE RECORDED.  THERE WILL BE NO MAKEUP SESSIONS.  

2024 CMI Session Dates:

Tuesday, August 20, 2024 | 9:00am – 4:00pm

Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce | 112 W. Dawes Ave., Bixby, OK 74008

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Tuesday, September 24, 2024 | 9:00am – 4:00pm

Meridian Technology Center | 3025 S. Division St., Guthrie, OK 73044

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Monday, October 21, 2024 | 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Grady County Fairgrounds Community Building | 500 E. Choctaw Ave., Chickasha, OK 73018

REGISTRATION DEADLINE FRIDAY, AUGUST  9, 2024

REGISTRATION

$175 per person for OCCE members  / $275 for non-members

 3 sessions, lunch (in-person only) and certificate of completion at graduation

Registration Deadline – Friday, August 9, 2024

REGISTER NOW

Session will be held at Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce | 9:00am – 4:00pm

Everything Thing You Wanted to Know About Your Chamber but Were Afraid to Ask

An overview of the chamber of tomorrow and the role a chamber of commerce has in a community.  This session will outline your professional development opportunities, community partners, resources, and creating a network of peers.    Presented by Josh Driskell, IOM, Vice President of Government Affairs, Tulsa Regional Chamber 

Building Your Program of Work/Business Plan

This session will teach you how to get started on developing a road map for your chamber, holding a planning retreat, leading your board to the development of the plan, and measuring its success. Presented by Angela Wilson IOM, President & CEO, Greater Muskogee Area Chamber of Commerce

Board of Directors Development

Developing a board that is engaged is key to building the chamber’s roadmap for success. This session cover what should be included in a board orientation, using an outside influencer, creating a leadership manual, board/staff roles, etc. Presented by Krystal Crockett IOM, President & CEO, Bixby Metro Chamber

You Are Doing Economic Development

Gain a better understanding of the role that Chambers have in economic development.  Learn the value and relevance to your members and community with or without public or private funding.  Presented by Sara Herrin, President & CEO, Skiatook Chamber of Commerce

Disaster Preparedness

In a world increasingly affected by natural and man-made disasters, being prepared can significantly reduce the impact on individuals and communities. This comprehensive presentation is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively prepare for, respond to, and recover from various types of disasters. Whether dealing with natural calamities like earthquakes, hurricanes, and floods, or human-induced incidents such as industrial accidents and terrorist attacks, this session will provide actionable insights and strategies to enhance resilience and safety.  Presented by Krystal Crockett IOM, President & CEO, Bixby Metro Chamber of Commerce; Sara Herrin, President & CEO, Skiatook Chamber of Commerce; and Amanda Wion, President, Sand Springs Chamber of Commerce

 

 

Session will be held at the Guthrie Chamber of Commerce | 9:00am – 4:00pm

 

Membership Recruitment & Retention

Having a plan of action for membership recruitment and retention is one of key components of a effective chamber.  Learn how to build comprehensive membership recruitment and retention plans that include what happens when a member joins your chamber, touch points, email drip campaigns, and why recruiting mission based members based will benefit your chamber long term.  Presented by Shauna Rupp, Executive Director, Kingfisher Chamber of Commerce

Creating Non-Dues Revenue

Membership accounts for less and less of the overall budget, so chambers are having to develop other sources of revenue.  In this session, you will learn different ways of creating revenue sources, showing appreciation to your sponsors to make them sponsor each year, and utilizing volunteers.  Presented by Lori Lewis, Membership & Community Development Senior Director, Broken Arrow Chamber of Commerce; and Brittany Timmons, President & CEO, Guthrie Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Programs and Events

How do you evaluate your events and programs?  Do you know when to “kill the sacred cow”?  Learn about event management, types of programs such as leadership programs, Young Professionals, and other innovative program ideas. Presented by Kristin King, Events & Program Manager, Edmond Area Chamber of Commerce

Representing Business Interests with Local Government

Understanding and developing an effective program to represent your businesses at the local and county levels.  This session will cover why chambers should be involved in city, state, county and school board elections, bond issues, endorsements, and other politics that influence the business community.  Presented by Scott Martin IOM, President & CEO, Norman Chamber of Commerce

Membership: Using Data to Measure Success

This session will relate to your inner geek!    This session will teach you to how to track and measure performance with data from understanding your annual retention rate, cost per member, to reporting the findings to your board.   Presented by Ruth Littlefield IOM, CCE, Chief Results Officer, Littlefield Management Solutions, LLC

Mission Creep

Mission creep refers to the gradual expansion of a project or mission beyond its original goals and objectives, often leading to unplanned and unintended consequences.  This session will explore the causes, effects, and strategies to manage mission creep. 

 

 

 

 

 

Session will be held at the Grady County Fairgrounds, Chickasha, OK | 12:00pm – 4:00pm

Managing the Finances of the Organization

This session will give an overview to understanding the finances of the organization.  You will learn accounting procedures, how to read a Statement of Financial Position, the budget process, internal controls and financial policies, reserve policy, using a CPA and should you do an audit, accounting software, etc. Presented by Mita Bates IOM, CCE

 

Telling Your Story and Building Your Brand

Discover ways your chamber can better tell the story of how it is the driving force behind your community’s successes, working with media, promoting your members, digital and social media, what should be included on your website, newsletters, software, and technology and staying on top of communications trends and best practices. Presented by Josh Driskell, IOM, Vice President of Government Affairs, Tulsa Regional Chamber 

 

Please read:

Chamber Management Institute – Policy and Rules