Programs

LEADERSHIP INSTITUTE

Are you looking to enhance your leadership skills and grow your professional network? This comprehensive 12 week on-ground leadership program designed to elevate the capabilities of both emerging and senior leaders in today's dynamic business landscape.

The Springfield Regional Chamber is proud to once again partner with Western New England University to offer the 2025 Leadership Institute program.

Participants will develop advanced skills in strategic thinking, decision-making, and change management while honing their abilities in effective communication and team building. The curriculum covers emerging issues such as AI, digital media, and business analytics in leadership and helps leaders to develop an organizational culture and personal mindset that fosters innovation, collaboration, and promoting ethical business practices.

This program is designed to empower executives to lead with confidence, vision, and integrity in increasingly complex and competitive environments. All sessions will be led by professors from Western New England University College of Business.

Sessions will be held on Thursdays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the TD Bank Conference Center, 1441 Main Street, Springfield unless otherwise noted.

Upon completing the Leadership Institute, you can enroll in a free graduate course offered through the College of Business at Western New England University (subject to specific requirements). This is a value of $3,000 based on the 2024-2025 tuition rate of $1,000/credit. Please apply by February 6.

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AMBASSADOR PROGRAM

The Springfield Regional Chamber Ambassador Program offers a unique opportunity to act as an influencer within the greater Springfield community and work to expand your reach within the business sector, all while helping SRC increase its membership and impact.

As an Ambassador, your enthusiasm and desire to make a positive impact will be the keys to your success. Gain a better understanding of the volunteer initiatives required of an Ambassador and the significance of the Ambassador role below:

Benefits:

Ambassador profile on the Chamber’s website
Social media spotlight
Newsletter spotlight
Meaningful networking opportunities
Exclusive positioning as part of the Welcome Committee at events
Direct communication with regional leaders
Learning opportunities that will build your resume, promote your business/organization, and advance the Chamber’s reach

Eligibility Requirements:

To be an active member of the Ambassador program, you must be willing to make the following 12-month commitment:

Complete an application for the Ambassador program.
Attend monthly Ambassador meetings (in-person and virtual meetings, depending on the month).
Maintain ongoing communications with assigned member and prospective member contacts.
Call and email members to invite them to upcoming meetings and programs.
Participate in the Chamber’s social media engagement.
Serve as part of the Welcome Committee at monthly SRC events.
Visit or patronize a local business at least once a month – but more than that is encouraged! Show your support through photos and word-of-mouth promotion through your network.

If an Ambassador is not employed at an SRC member company in good standing upon joining the program, the Ambassador has a 60-day period to onboard their company and solidify their company’s Chamber membership. Any Ambassador who voluntarily resigns from the Ambassadors program may re-apply for activation following the same procedures as a new Ambassador.

Monthly Meetings:

Ambassador meetings are held on a mutually agreed-upon date and time each month, in person at Chamber offices or via Zoom. Monthly meetings are held to update Ambassadors on upcoming involvement opportunities, identify each Ambassador’s 2-3 prospects/new members to cultivate that month, discuss outreach strategies to those members/prospects, and assign tasks. These meetings also monitor the progress of Ambassadors as well as celebrate successes from the past month.

Event Support:

In addition to building relationships with new and prospective members, ambassadors serve as greeters and support staff at SRC’s signature events. Event support assignments are discussed at each meeting for the following month’s event(s). Greeters assist at the registration table, welcome guests to the event, and perform other duties as needed. As an added benefit, ambassadors assisting with the event or escorting a new member will be granted entrance at no charge.

Recognition:

Ambassadors assisting with an event receive complimentary registration.
Ambassadors in good standing who are not assisting with an event receive a discount to that event.
Ambassadors receive a personalized nametag indicating they are an Ambassador.
Ambassadors are featured on the Chamber’s site to share with co-workers and connections easily.
Ambassadors are highlighted in our social media channels, linking back to the profile page on our website.
Ambassadors are spotlighted in our monthly Member Communication with wide distribution throughout the community.
Upon designation, Ambassadors are announced in a press release shared with all local media outlets.

We would love to have your voice heard in a greater capacity in our regional business community. Take a seat at the table and be part of something bigger.

Apply to become an ambassador today!