Rodney Fong

Doer
DISC Type : sd

President & CEO at San Francisco Chamber of Commerce

San Francisco, California, United States

Overview

As President & CEO of the San Francisco Chamber of Commerce, Rodney Fong leverages deep civic and business experience to advocate for the citys economy. He is also President of his familys real estate company and previously served as President of both the San Francisco Planning and Port Commissions.

A fourth-generation San Franciscan, Rodney has deep family roots in the citys history, particularly at Fishermans Wharf. He continues his familys philanthropic legacy as Director of the Fong Family Foundation and enjoys fly fishing, a tradition passed down from his father.

As a child, he was terrified of his familys Wax Museum, as his father would threaten that misbehavior would lead to a night in the "Chamber of Horrors. "

Personality Overview

Fast-paced

Results Focused

Risk-Accepting

Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.  They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily. They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time.

Topics They Care About

Downtown Revitalization
Actively leading initiatives and discussions through the Chamber of Commerce to rejuvenate San Francisco's downtown core, support local businesses, and foster community spirit.
Civic Engagement
Has a long and extensive history of public service, having served as President of both the San Francisco Planning Commission and the Port Commission.
Family Legacy
A third-generation operator of his family's historic Wax Museum at Fisherman's Wharf and now President of their continuing commercial real estate company.

Media Appearances

A Message from President & CEO, Rodney Fong - San Francisco .... Featured in San Francisco Chamber of Commerce

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Work History

2-2019
President & CEO at San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
12-2013 - 6-2016
Executive Board Member at San Francisco Bay Area Super Bowl 50 Host Committee
1-2010 - 2-2019
Planning Commissioner at San Francisco Planning Commission
2006 - 2010
President & Commissioner at San Francisco Port Commission
1997
Owner & President at Fong Real Estate Company, LLC

Education

Rodney has no verified education history

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Exp : 38 Location : San Francisco, California, United States Job Level : Leadership Designation : President & CEO at San Francisco Chamber of Commerce
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Insights For Selling To Rodney

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return
  • You can spend time on BANT (or other qualification methodology) but keep it to the point
  • Use phrases like 'your team deserves', 'best in class' etc.

DONT's

  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Avoid putting conscious effort into relationship-building

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Rodney is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Rodney

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Rodney move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Rodney take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Rodney

Personality Compatibility


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