Join Jeff Flinn from the Boerne Star as he sits down with Kim Bloom, Executive Director of the Greater Boerne Chamber of Commerce, and Rob Weller, Immediate Past Chair and 2026 Treasurer, to discuss the Chamber's incredible growth and upcoming events. Learn about their 290+ annual events, 6% membership growth reaching 1,200+ members, and the sold-out Annual Gala happening January 24th. Discover how the Chamber serves businesses of all sizes, from networking opportunities to marketing support, and hear inspiring stories about community resilience following the July 4th flooding disaster. Whether you're a business owner, community member, or considering Chamber membership, this conversation reveals why the Boerne Chamber is the third largest in the San Antonio region with an impressive 80% retention rate.

Timeline:

0:00 - Introduction & Welcome

0:32 - Meet Kim Bloom & Rob Weller

1:52 - Kim's Awards & Recognition (40 Under 40, SBA Champion Award)

3:30 - Why Join the Chamber? The Three Buckets

5:03 - Getting Value from Membership

5:37 - After Hours Mixers & Hollywood Nights Event

6:11 - Morning Mingles & Networking Tips

7:38 - Board of Directors & Community Partners

10:42 - 2025 Highlights: 290+ Events & 291 New Members

12:00 - Reaching 1,200+ Members (3rd Largest Chamber)

12:37 - 80% Retention Rate

12:58 - Annual Gala Success (350+ Attendees, Sold Out in 3 Days)

14:04 - Diva Night Success Story

14:53 - Diva Night Sales Records (4,000 Women Outspend 40,000 at Dickens)

16:10 - Boerne Little League World Series Parade Story

18:36 - Chamber Team & Staff Excellence

19:31 - Rob Weller's Role at Jefferson Bank

20:12 - Gala Details: January 24th, Five Business Awards

20:48 - New Award: Small New Business of the Year

21:01 - Rob's MC Skills & Gala Entertainment

22:42 - New Orleans/French Quarter Theme

23:48 - Community Resilience After July 4th Flooding

24:47 - Closing Remarks & Chamber Calendar

https://www.boerne.org/  (830) 249-8000

Original Air Date:  January 17, 2026, as heard on Boerne Radio 103.9FM

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