10 Ways to Get the Most from Your Chamber Membership
Some people think chambers of commerce work magic—and in many ways, they do. But to see real results and get the most from your membership, you need to be…
How the Chamber Supports Alameda Businesses Through Advocacy
Creating and maintaining a thriving local economy doesn’t just happen. Here in Alameda, the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance serves on the frontlines of that effort. Along with other community…
Alameda Is Powering the Future of Business
Did you know Alameda is becoming a hotbed for cutting-edge companies, particularly in the alternative energy sector? It’s true! With companies like Kairos Power and Natal Energy already calling Alameda…
Why You Need a Chamber Membership—Especially in Tough Times
When revenue is tight, one of the first things many businesses consider cutting is their chamber membership. We get it. You’re trying to cut anything that doesn’t keep the lights…
Top 10 Reasons to Join the Alameda Chamber & Economic Alliance
Your Voice: Influence local policy through industry-specific advocacy, specialized coalitions (e.g., the Restaurant & Bar Coalition), and direct engagement with city officials. Make a real impact on Alameda’s business landscape.…
6 Key Strategies for Business Success in Today’s Economic Landscape
In today’s rapidly changing economic environment, many business owners face novel challenges to their own business success including navigating post-pandemic (ongoing economic) challenges to embracing digital transformation. The Alameda Chamber…
Have You Been to a VIP Mixer, Yet?
One of the most common misperceptions I hear about our VIP Mixer is that it’s just for new members. While new members benefit from learning how the chamber can help…
5 Things We’re Doing to Improve Workforce Opportunities
One of the top concerns we hear from employers is “workforce.” They worry about finding skilled employees and keeping them. Since it’s difficult to be successful without workers, workforce development…
Are You Concerned with Public Safety in Alameda?
According to the Council on Criminal Justice, US property crimes in some areas are escalating. Motor vehicle thefts (+104.3%) and nonresidential burglaries (+5.1%) were higher in the first half of 2023 than…
Don’t Have Time for Events?
A Chamber Membership Is Worth a Lot More Than That. When I speak to small businesses that have let their membership lapse, they often make it sound like a gym…