TROY, OHIO (July 8, 2025) – Shelby Chaney, Membership and Marketing Director for the Troy Area Chamber of Commerce has graduated from the Institute for Organization Management (IOM), a program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, and have received the recognition of IOM. Awarded to all graduates of the Institute program, the IOM Graduate Recognition signifies the individual’s completion of 96 credit hours of course instruction in nonprofit management. In addition, participants can earn credit hours towards the Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) or Certified Association Executive (CAE), certifications. Nearly 1,000 individuals attend the Institute annually.

Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has been educating tens of thousands of associations, chambers and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members and become strong business advocates. The Institute’s curriculum consists of four weeklong sessions at four different university locations throughout the country. Through a combination of required courses and electives in areas such as leadership, advocacy, marketing, finance and membership, Institute participants can enhance their own organizational management skills and add new fuel to their organizations, making them run more efficiently and effectively.

“We are proud of Shelby for her commitment to professional growth and leadership through the Institute for Organization Management,” said Kathi Roetter, Executive Director. “Earning their IOM designations is a testament to her dedication to serving our organization, it’s members and the greater community which helps create an even greater impact in Troy and Miami County.”

Institute for Organization Management is the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. It is the premier nonprofit professional development program for association and chamber professionals, fostering individual growth through interactive learning and networking opportunities.

Chaney said “Earning my IOM designation is a proud milestone that reflects my commitment to leadership, growth, and serving our community with excellence. It brings valuable tools and insights that will help our chamber grow, lead more effectively, and better serve our members.”

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The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Members range from the small businesses and local chambers of commerce that line the Main Streets of America to leading industry associations and large corporations.

The Troy Area Chamber of Commerce is 501c6 non-profit organization representing over 450 local businesses. The Chamber is the catalyst for business growth. The convener of leaders and influencers that make things happen and is the champion for a stronger community. The mission of the Chamber is to empower prosperity for Troy, Ohio.