Ep. 17 Lisa Weitzel (Illinois Association Of Chamber Of Commerce Executives)

Beyond the Ribbon Cut · Nov 2, 2026 · 37m · transcript

In today's episode, we're joined by Lisa Weitzel, CEO of the Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (IACCE).

We discuss why strong board governance is essential to chamber success, how strategic planning can keep organizations focused through leadership changes, and practical ways to improve board meetings, recruit effective board members, and build a stronger foundation for long-term chamber growth.

Takeaways

Strong board governance provides the foundation for successful chamber initiatives.

Strategic planning helps chambers maintain focus and direction through leadership…