2011 Volunteer Leadership Summit
Thursday, January 6, 2011
St. Paul RiverCentre
175 West Kellogg Boulevard
11:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. Cost:$50 for first attendee, $40 for each additional.
Combo Price:$125 (Volunteer Leadership Summit & Session Priorities Event) The role of local chambers of commerce has become more important than ever over the last couple of years as the economic recession has challenged businesses across the state. The ability to bring together local businesses to strengthen the bottom line of local companies cannot be underestimated. The value of networking, advocacy, business development and business promotion is at the core of chamber memberships. Strong chambers are led by strong and capable volunteers, who at the same time, having the responsibility for leading or managing a business. Volunteer engagement and leadership is at the core of any successful organization. This conference is designed to bring together volunteer leaders and chamber staff from local chambers of commerce across Minnesota. It provides an opportunity to hear what's working in successful organizations, learn from experts and share ideas with others that share a commitment to strong business community and local economy. Join us on January 6. Your volunteer leaders will enjoy, and benefit from the experience. The Minnesota Chamber's Annual Legislative Dinner will also be held the evening of January 6. Combine both events for a productive day with your volunteer leaders. 
| AGENDA | | 11:30 a.m. | Registration | | Noon | Welcome
Lunch Served | | 12:30 p.m. | Keynote | | 1:15 p.m. | Traits of today's most effective chambers
David Olson, president, Minnesota Chamber | | 1:45 p.m. | Break Out Session 1 - Legal Issues for Chambers
- Key Federal Issues
- Role of the Board (volunteers only)
- Membership Growth & Retention
- Economic Development/Business Retention
| | 2:50 p.m. | Break | | 3:00 p.m. | Break Out Session 2 - Effectively communicating with members
- Taking positions on local/state issues
- Motivating & rewarding volunteer leaders
- Board Governance and Compliance
- Tiered Dues/Trends in Membership Investments
| | 4:00 p.m. | Volunteer Leadership Conference Adjourns
Optional: Transition to Minnesota Chamber Session Priorities |
Session Priorities is a high profile reception and dinner for the Minnesota Chamber with a typical sell out crowd of over 1,500 business leaders, elected officials, association representatives and local chambers of commerce. The new Governor will be invited and the new legislative leadership is confirmed to share their views on the top priorities for the upcoming session. For more information visit the Minnesota Chamber web site at: www.mnchamber.com. For more information on this event contact Lisa Engdahl at (651) 292-4699 or lengdahl@mnchamber.com. | 
