Chamber On!

Chamber On! — the official podcast of the Southern Ohio Chamber Alliance — shines the spotlight on the inspiring people and partnerships powering local businesses. Hosted by SOCA CEO and President, Matt Appenzeller, each episode highlights the local chamber leaders, small business champions, and strategic partners driving growth across our region.

Chamber On! is a business podcast hosted by Chamber On, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

Chamber On hosts Chamber On!, a business show with 17 episodes published.

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  Episode #16

  Building a Chamber That Drives Growth and Impact with Frank Kenny, Chamber Pros Community

  Sep 15, 202640 min

  In this episode of Chamber On!, host Matt Appenzeller sits down with Frank Kenny, CEO and Co-Founder of the Chamber Pros Community. Frank has worked with hundreds of chambers of commerce over the past 16 years on staff and member training, strategic planning, board retreats and orientations, social media, digital marketing, technology, and many other areas of chamber work. Matt and Frank discuss how chambers can strengthen membership, generate sustainable revenue, and move beyond an event-focused model to create a greater impact in their communities. Whether you’re looking to grow your chamber membership, build stronger boards, or use technology to accomplish more with limited resources, don't miss this episode of Chamber On!

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  Episode #14

  Energy Optimization for Businesses with Vin Zachariah, Ampica Energy Solutions

  Jul 2, 202623 minS1

  In this episode of Chamber On!, host Matt Appenzeller sits down with Vin Zachariah, CEO of Ampica Energy Solutions , to discuss how Ohio businesses can take advantage of energy choice, better understand their utility bills, and make smarter decisions about how and when they use electricity to reduce costs and manage risk. From navigating an increasingly complex energy landscape to preparing for growing demand driven by data centers and economic development, Vin shares practical insights for business owners and chamber leaders alike. Whether you're looking to optimize your energy strategy, better understand your monthly bill, or simply stay ahead of what's changing in the energy market, tune in to Chamber On!

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  Episode #13

  Simplifying Payroll for Small Businesses with David Noe, Payroll Partners

  Apr 30, 202626 min

  In this episode, SOCA President & CEO Matt Appenzeller sits down with David Noe of Payroll Partners to discuss how small businesses can simplify payroll while strengthening their overall HR approach. Drawing from his experience supporting growing companies, David shares common payroll pain points, what businesses should look for in a payroll partner, and why the human connection still plays a critical role in supporting employees and business success. Learn how SOCA members can benefit from payroll processing and Ohio BWC Workers' Comp Support through Payroll Partners.

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  Episode #12

  The Top Challenges Today's Chambers Face with Will Roberts, SOCA Chamber Relationship Manager

  Apr 15, 202636 min

  In this episode, host Matt Appenzeller sits down with SOCA’s own Chamber Relationship Manager, Will Roberts, to explore the realities of supporting chambers of commerce across Ohio. Will shares firsthand insights on what chambers are getting right—and where they’re facing common challenges. From adopting new tech and measuring impact to leadership turnover and recruiting the next generation, this conversation highlights what separates chambers that simply stay relevant from those creating measurable community impact.

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  Episode #11

  Making AI Training Accessible with Cas Maxwell, Co-Founder and CEO of AI Owl

  Mar 27, 202634 min

  In this episode of Chamber On, host Matt Appenzeller sits down with Cas Maxwell, Co-Founder and CEO of AI Owl , to explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping the workplace, especially for small to mid-sized businesses. By sharing real-world applications (including a case study from the Columbus Zoo), Cas explains how employers can gain a competitive edge through workforce training and even get reimbursed for training through Ohio’s TechCred program. If you’ve been on the fence about AI or simply not sure where to start, this conversation offers practical insights and a compelling reason to embrace new technology.

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