Description

Join Texas Chamber of Commerce Executives (TCCE), Chamber CEOs, and incoming Chamber Chairs from across the state for the TCCE Chair's Conference! This one-day event held in October each year is designed to provide professional training for your Chamber's volunteer leaders preparing to chair your board. It’s an excellent opportunity for Chamber CEOs to collaborate with their board leaders on strategies to enhance leadership and performance. 

Key training sessions will include: •Board Service: Roles & Responsibilities •Managing Conflicts, Ethics & Behaviors •Financial Responsibilities •Strategic Planning 

Whether you're looking to boost board effectiveness or maintain your board's momentum, this program is tailor-made for you and your leadership team!

Hotel Room Block:

Renaissance Hotel Dallas - 2222 North Stemmons Fwy Dallas, TX 75207

Booking Link: HERE

Cut-off Date: October 1st, 2025

All reservations can be made, modified or canceled by individuals online with the Reservation Link above. Please note, Attendees will see one option for room type: “1 King or 2 Queen” – which means Run-of-House. Guests will be able to confirm their preference of room type at the hotel at check-in based on availability. If Attendees prefer to book over the phone instead, they can call: Marriott Central Reservations at (800) 468-3571. 

General Conference Schedule:

8:00 AM Buffet Begins 

8:30 AM Intro: Tony Vedda, CEO North Texas LGBT Chamber 

8:45 AM State Issues, Engagement: Glenn Hamer, CEO, Texas Association of Business 

9:00 AM Purpose/Role of Chamber in the Community, Relationship Chair/CEO - Dave Kilby, former CEO, Western Association of Chamber Executives 

10:00 AM Legal Requirements, Governance, Meetings, & Meeting Minutes - Dave Kilby, former CEO, Western Association of Chamber Executives 

11:00 AM Financial Best Practices Panel facilitated by Dave Kilby with Doug Peters, Mary Frazior, & Renee' Earls.

12:00 PM Lunch Buffet

12:30 PM Things I Wish I Had Known Panel 

1:30 PM Chamber Role in Advocacy

2:15 PM Hot Topics: Legislature, Congress, Disasters & Tragedies, Digital Transformation, and Professional Development