Meet Frank Kenny
CEO and Co-founder of the Chamber Pros Community
Frank is a successful entrepreneur, chamber member, board member, elected chamber board chair, and chamber President/CEO.
He now consults with chambers and speaks professionally. He has worked with hundreds of chambers over the past 13 years on staff and member training, strategic planning, board retreats and orientations, social media, digital marketing, technology, and many other areas of chamber work.
As a chamber professional, his team was one of the first to embrace social media and digital marketing. Within 18 months of launching their campaigns, the membership of that 45-year-old chamber had doubled.
While with his chamber, Frank was appointed to the executive committee of his state’s chamber of commerce (AWB) and the board of his state’s chamber professionals association (WCCE).
He is a graduate of the Western Association of Chamber Executives (W.A.C.E.) Academy program. He has a degree in finance and an MBA. Frank has served on the faculty of the Institute for Organization Management (IOM) and W.A.C.E’s Academy program.
Frank believes that...
Chambers can be a major force for good in their communities
Well run chambers lead to healthy and prosperous communities.
Membership in a local chamber increases a business' chance at success
Community issues can be addressed through the a strong local chamber
Chambers need to be the voice of business for their communities
Most chambers aren't maximizing their revenue or living up to their full potential
Frank's Story
Frank's Speaking Topics for 2026
Chambers of the Future
What will successful chambers look like in the years ahead?
This keynote explores how shifting member expectations, technology, workforce trends, and community needs are reshaping the chamber model. Participants gain clarity on what must evolve, what still matters deeply, and how chambers can move forward without losing their mission.
Ideal for opening or closing keynotes at state and regional chamber executive conferences.
Creating and Leading Your Chamber’s AI Team
AI is not about replacing people. It is about creating leverage.
In this highly practical session, Frank shows chambers how to think of AI as a virtual team. Marketing support. Communications assistant. Research intern. Strategic aide. Participants learn how AI can save time, reduce burnout, and help small staffs accomplish more with confidence.
Perfect for chamber staff training, state association conferences, and chamber member workshops or business summits.
Beginner friendly. No technical background required.
Building Healthy and Knowledgeable Chamber Boards
Many chamber challenges are governance challenges.
This session brings clarity to board roles, responsibilities, and expectations. Frank helps chambers strengthen the relationship between boards and staff by focusing on education, alignment, and healthy leadership behavior. The result is stronger engagement, fewer frustrations, and more effective governance.
Ideal for conferences, board retreats, and board orientation sessions. Also an excellent pre-session to strategic planning.
Creating Substantial Non-Dues Revenue
Long-term sustainability requires more than membership dues.
This session focuses on proven strategies chambers are using to generate meaningful non-dues revenue. The emphasis is on strategic revenue tactics, not small fundraisers. Topics include premium investment levels, sponsorship structure, events, programs, and long-range financial thinking that supports growth and stability.
Highly valuable for chambers seeking stronger financial footing.
Often, chambers are sitting on gold mines. They simply need to be unlocked.
Why Conference Planners Choose Frank
- Deep understanding of chambers of commerce
- Clear, plain-language communication
- Practical ideas attendees can implement immediately
- Engaging and passionate delivery that resonates with CEOs and staff
- Content grounded in real chamber experience
Session Formats
- Keynote presentations
- Breakout sessions
- Half-day and full-day trainings
- Strategic planning board retreats
- Chamber member AI workshops
All sessions can be customized based on audience and goals and can be delivered in person or virtually.
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