Investing in strong leadership is essential to building a stronger Chamber and a thriving business community. The Greater Vidalia® Chamber recently invested in continued leadership development by sending four members of its leadership team to the Georgia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (GACCE) Board Development Conference, held November 5–6 in Perry, Georgia.
Representing the Greater Vidalia Chamber were Debbie Evans, Executive Vice President; Dana Brown, Director of Member Experience; Garrett Wilcox, 2027 Board Chairman; and Cathy Benton, 2027 Board Chair-Elect.
The conference brought together Chamber professionals and volunteer leaders from across Georgia for two days of education, collaboration, and discussion focused on the evolving role of chambers of commerce and the importance of effective board leadership.
Featured sessions included “The Future of Chambers,” presented by Sheree Anne Kelly of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE); “Data Centers,” presented by Chris Pumphrey; and “Setting Your Board Up for Success,” presented by Alysia Cook.
These resources provide valuable insight into building an engaged, informed, and effective board of directors while establishing clear expectations and creating opportunities for continued leadership growth.
As the Greater Vidalia® Chamber prepares for 2027, professional development and strong board leadership remain important priorities. Providing opportunities for both Chamber staff and volunteer leadership to learn, collaborate, and bring new ideas back to our organization helps ensure we remain focused on serving our members and advancing our business community.
The Greater Vidalia® Chamber is grateful for opportunities like the GACCE Board Development Conference that strengthen leadership, encourage fresh perspectives, and equip chambers to better serve the communities they represent.
