Beyond the Ribbon Cut

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Beyond the Ribbon Cut is the podcast for chamber leaders. Each episode features candid conversations with chamber executives about what is working, what is changing, and what chambers need to do next. We talk member value, retention, events, revenue, technology, and the future of chambers. Learn more: https://godiagonal.com/for/chambers/podcast

Episodes

  1. 14h ago

    Ep. 1 - Clint Knight (Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development)

    In today's episode, we're joined by Clint Knight, Director of Workforce Development at the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development in Ohio. We discuss how chambers can approach workforce development, why chambers are uniquely positioned to connect employers and educators, how Richland is building student-facing programs, and practical ways chambers can start small, measure success, and create real impact for their business community. Takeaways Workforce development can play a much bigger role in chamber work than many leaders realize.Chambers are uniquely positioned to bring the right community partners into the conversation.Practical ways to think beyond traditional job fairs and hiring events.Student engagement can create surprising opportunities for both young people and employers.Useful starting points for chambers considering workforce development for the first time. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to the Richland Area Chamber03:23 Understanding the Business Community06:09 Clint's Journey into Chamber Leadership08:47 The Importance of Workforce Development11:40 Tactical Approaches to Workforce Development14:19 Measuring Success in Workforce Initiatives17:21 Engaging Students and Employers19:50 Innovative Programs for Student Engagement22:45 Advice for Chambers on Workforce Development24:59 Starting a Workforce Development Program27:25 Final Thoughts and Upcoming Events Learn more about the Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development: https://chooserichland.com/ Facebook: @richlandareachamber Instagram: @richlandareachamber LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/richland-area-chamber-of-commerce About Diagonal Diagonal builds software shaped around the way chambers actually work. Our all-in-one platform helps chambers spend less time on administrative work and more time serving members, growing local businesses, and strengthening their communities. Learn more about Diagonal: Diagonal for Chambers

    31 min

  2. Jun 21

    Welcome to Beyond the Ribbon Cut

    Beyond the Ribbon Cut is an exploration of the real work and impact of chambers, aiming to provide practical and useful insights for chamber leaders. Every week we interview a new chamber leader to hear their stories and dive into their chamber. In this introductory episode, host Ted Wind shares his journey of discovering the importance of chambers and what this pod is all about!

    5 min

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Beyond the Ribbon Cut is the podcast for chamber leaders. Each episode features candid conversations with chamber executives about what is working, what is changing, and what chambers need to do next. We talk member value, retention, events, revenue, technology, and the future of chambers. Learn more: https://godiagonal.com/for/chambers/podcast

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