Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, has appointed Kevin Capell IOM, CCEC, Vice President Development & Engagement of the Greenville Chamber to the Southeast Board of Regents. As a member of this Board, Capell will implement the policies created by Institute’s National Board of Trustees.

“A strong Board of Regents is essential to Institute’s success,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, vice president of Institute for Organization Management at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “These volunteers drive site attendance, provide recommendations for program improvement, and serve as an on-site resource for Institute participants.”

Kevin has more than six years of chamber of commerce experience. He earned his Institute for Organization Management (IOM) certification in 2022 as well as his Certified Chamber Executive of the Carolinas (CCEC) designation in 2023. In his role as Vice President of Investor Development and Engagement he develops, leads and executes the Greenville Chamber’s Investor Relations growth and engagement strategy.

Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has been educating tens of thousands of association, chamber, and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members and become strong business advocates.

Institute’s four Boards of Regents serve on behalf of the National Board of Trustees. Each Board of Regents is responsible for recruitment, retention, and marketing of the program nationwide. Each regent is an Institute graduate nominated by their peers.

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.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business organization representing companies of all sizes across every sector of the economy. Our 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.