# Decoding the Chamber: How Businesses Thrive with Informed Advocacy

> For Immediate Release · Release No. 42. Episode 42 · 34 min · February 24, 2025 · Hosted by Ronnie Spellman.

DALLAS, TX — February 24, 2025 — In this episode of Business Decoded, Ronnie Spellman interviews Ken Malcolmson, President and CEO of the North Dallas Chamber of Commerce. Ken shares his journey from a 40+ year career in healthcare to leading the Chamber, emphasizing his passion for civic engagement and making a significant impact on the community. The interview highlights the role of the Chamber in informing, advocating, and engaging businesses, as well as the benefits it offers to both small and large companies. Ken discusses the Chamber's response to the 2019 tornado and the COVID-19 pandemic, and shares insights into his community involvement and the Chamber's future plans. The interview concludes with Ken offering key business tips, emphasizing focus, engagement, and being a simplifier rather than a complicator.

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