Chamber Management Guides
Chambers of commerce, like all non-profit associations and groups, must constantly benchmark their performance and activities. They must do so in order to ensure they set an example and remain relevant, not only to their business members, but more broadly to government and civil society.
The World Chambers Federation (WCF) has developed a range of chamber management guides that help chambers better assess their performance and learn best practices.
Chambers of commerce, like all non-profit associations and groups, must constantly benchmark their performance and activities. They must do so in order to ensure they set an example and remain relevant, not only to their business members, but more broadly to government and civil society.
The World Chambers Federation (WCF) has collaborated on many publications, particularly with the International Trade Centre, which is operated jointly by the World Trade Organization (WTO), the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) and the Center of International Private Enterprise (CIPE).
WCF makes available a range of practical resource materials to provide guidelines that help both experienced chamber professionals and new staff.
To order a publication please contact WCF at wcf@iccwbo.org
Chamber management guide topics
Chamber management guides - which are accessible online - cover diverse and pertinent topics, under the themes of:
Each theme includes a broad selection of related topics. For example, members interested in setting up a new chamber will find useful information relating to the non-profit legal landscape, organizing and structuring chamber structures and services.
These practical resources can be ordered online, and WCF staff is available to answer questions and recommend titles that may support the professional and service development of chamber staff.
The Center of International Private Enterprise (CIPE) and ICC World Chambers Federation (WCF) Publications
Free Publications