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April 03, 2025

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Welcome to the Business Leads Fellowship Program Brand Toolkit!

This toolkit provides all the essential resources needed to effectively communicate about the Business Leads Fellowship Program. Whether you're sharing information with potential applicants, promoting the program on social media, or developing content for your website, these guidelines will help ensure consistency in messaging and branding across all platforms.

About the Program

The Business Leads Fellowship Program develops business leaders to become education and workforce champions in their communities, connecting learners to economic opportunity. The program equips professionals from chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and statewide trade associations with resources to implement meaningful change in education and workforce systems.

This six-month U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation initiative combines virtual and in-person workshops covering early education, K-12, college and career readiness, postsecondary education, and workforce development. Sessions are led by practitioners who have successfully implemented effective policies in their communities.

The program includes:

  • 35 participants per cohort
  • In-person launch and capstone meetings
  • Monthly virtual sessions

Eligibility & Application

The Business Leads Fellowship Program is open to employees of chambers of commerce, economic development agencies, and statewide trade associations of various leadership levels. Two cohorts open annually. Interested candidates can complete this form to receive application information for upcoming cohorts.

Branding + Graphics

We've created these assets for you and your organization to share about your participation in the Business Leads Fellowship Program. Check out this linked folder for all approved marketing materials.

These branded assets align with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation brand guidelines and have been designed for immediate use across various platforms. The folder includes:

  • Program logos (various formats and sizes)
  • Social media templates (coming soon!)

If you have any questions related to branding, please contact Joseph Davis.

 

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Social Media

We encourage you and your organization to share the news of your or your colleague’s participation in the program. Check out the sample language and be sure to tag us at the below handles and we will engage!

 

Suggested Social Media Copy

For New Participants & Graduating Fellows

  •  I'm honored to announce my selection for the [@USCCFoundation] U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Business Leads Fellowship Program! As a new Business Leads Fellow, I'll be joining a nationwide network of 34 other business leaders committed to strengthening education and workforce systems. Looking forward to bringing valuable insights back to [Organization] and our [Community/Region] to best support our community’s students and workforce.
  • I'm proud to announce my completion of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Business Leads Fellowship Program! Over the past six months, I've gained invaluable insights and connections to strengthen education and workforce systems in [Community/Region]. I'm excited to implement what I've learned at [Organization] to best support our community’s students and workforce. Thank you to the [@USCCFoundation] and my fellow Business Leads alumni for this transformative experience.

For Organizations/Employers

  • Congratulations to our very own [Name] on being selected for the prestigious Business Leads Fellowship Program! We are incredibly proud to have [Organization] represented in the latest cohort of this exceptional U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation initiative. This achievement reflects both [Name]'s leadership and our organization's deep commitment to strengthening the education and workforce pipeline in [Community/Region]. The valuable knowledge and connections [Name] will gain will be instrumental in addressing our area's talent needs and supporting our community’s students.
  • Congratulations to [Name] on completing the prestigious U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Business Leads Fellowship Program! We're excited to implement the innovative education and workforce strategies [he/she/they] has/have brought back to [Organization]. [Name]'s dedication to strengthening our talent pipeline reflects our ongoing commitment to addressing workforce challenges in [Community/Region]. We're proud to have [him/her/them] join the nationwide network of Business Leads alumni working to create economic opportunity.

For Program Alumni

  • Welcome to the newest cohort of Business Leads Fellows! As a graduate of Cohort XX, I can attest to the transformative impact this program has on both professional development and community outcomes. The connections and knowledge you'll gain over the next six months will equip you to make meaningful change in your local education and workforce systems. Learn more about this exceptional new cohort here [link].
  • Congratulations to the newest graduates of the Business Leads Fellowship Program! Welcome to our growing alumni network of education and workforce champions. The real work begins now as you apply your insights to create meaningful change in your communities. I look forward to collaborating and sharing best practices as we continue this important work across the country. [@USCCFoundation]
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Email + Newsletter

See below for suggested copy for email and newsletter audiences.

Headline: [NAME] Selected for U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Fellowship

[Organization Name] is proud to announce that [Participant Name], our [Title], has been selected for the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Business Leads Fellowship Program.

[He/She/They] will join 34 other business leaders nationwide in this prestigious six-month program focused on education and workforce development. Through this experience, [Participant Name] will gain valuable insights and connections to help strengthen our local talent pipeline and address workforce challenges in [Community/Region]. This recognition reflects both [Participant Name]'s leadership and our organization's commitment to connecting learners with economic opportunity.

Learn more about the cohort here [link].

Headline: [NAME] Completes Prestigious U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation Fellowship

[Organization Name] is proud to announce that [Participant Name], our [Title], has successfully completed the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation's Business Leads Fellowship Program.

Over the past six months, [Participant Name] joined business leaders from across the country in intensive training on education and workforce development strategies. Through in-person convenings in Washington, D.C. and virtual sessions with national experts, [he/she/they] gained valuable insights to address our region's talent pipeline challenges.

[Participant Name] now joins an elite network of 400 chamber executives, economic development professionals, and association leaders nationwide who are implementing innovative solutions to connect learners with economic opportunity.

[Optional quote from participant about key takeaways or planned initiatives]

Learn more about [Participant Name]'s experience and plans to implement these strategies in our community [link].

 

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Press + Media

We encourage you to share the news of your participation with interested local media. While a press release is always a good tactic for sharing information, also consider alternate tactics like:

  • Timely media pitches related to the issues discussed offering expert commentary
  • Non-traditional channels like podcasts and newsletters
  • Opinion editorials on the why and issues covered
  • Owned editorial content on your organization’s website
  • Partnering with us to contribute content to our website on the work you/your organization is doing

Click below to download the press release template.

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