Uniqueness of Gateway Communities with Megan Curtis

About this episode

Megan Curtis discusses how small chambers can enhance tourism and community engagement as gateway communities.

In this episode, Megan Curtis, Executive Director of the Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce, shares insights on how a small chamber leverages its role as a gateway community to boost tourism, support local businesses, and foster community pride. Discover strategies for building partnerships, promoting outdoor recreation, and enhancing visitor experiences in rural areas. Transcript and show notes found at this link . Please support this podcast by supporting our sponsors. Community Matters, Inc. chamberchatpodcast.com/podcast Resource Development Group rdgfundraising.com Swypit chamberchatpodcast.com/cc Mike Conn Consulting chamberchatpodcast.com/mikeconn

People in this episode

Host: Brandon Burton

Guest: Megan Curtis

Topics covered

• gateway communities
• tourism
• local businesses
• community pride
• outdoor recreation
• rural areas

Keywords

• gateway communities
• tourism
• local businesses
• community pride
• outdoor recreation
• rural tourism

Sponsors

Community Matters, Inc., Resource Development Group, Swypit, Mike Conn Consulting

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Illinois Valley Chamber of Commerce

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