Government Relations Workshops

Monetizing Government Relations
Thursday 9:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Room 202E
The government relations department is seen as a cost center for many chambers, but it doesn't have to be. Your government affairs can generate substantial revenue through events, signature programs and above-dues contributions. Learn how to make money on the advocacy work that is vitally important to your chamber's mission.
                Speaker: Dave Kilby, President, CEO, Western Association of Chamber Executives

Passing the Bond
Thursday 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Room 203A
National sentiment opposing government spending is growing, but that doesn't mean your community shouldn't invest in itself. Learn techniques for winning broad public support for bond measures to fund your important projects.
Speakers: John Nations, Mayor, Chesterfield Missouri; Roy Williams, President & CEO, Greater Oklahoma City (OK) Chamber of Commerce

Making the Most of Your PAC
Friday 9:45 a.m.-11:00 a.m. Room 202C
Lately it feels like the business community is facing attacks from all sides. It's time to respond. Join this session to learn how PACs can be used as an effective tool to promote your chamber's advocacy agenda.
Speaker: David Brown, President, Greater Omaha (NE) Chamber of Commerce 

New Media for Advocacy: 201
Friday 11:15 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Room 202E
You know that social media has applications for advocacy, but best practices for using these tools are evolving quickly. Learn the latest strategies for leveraging new media to drive issue awareness, message dissemination and grassroots engagement.
Speakers: Harry Gold, CEO, Overdrive Interactive; Brian Sampson, Executive Director, Unshackle Upstate