@washingtongas recently hosted a matchmaking event connecting local firms with prime contractors, partners and key representatives.
Read more: https://t.co/7wnDhSe5Nd
ACCE is proud to announce the 11 finalists for the 2026 Chamber of the Year award, sponsored by GrowthZone.
This recognition honors excellence in operations, member service and community leadership.
Winners will be announced July 21 at #ACCE26
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A chamber’s value proposition cannot be assumed. It has to be clear, current and connected to outcomes members care about.
The question for every chamber: Can your members quickly explain why your organization matters?
Read more: https://t.co/nwtTWKLLGn
Congratulations to Nancy P. Keefer, CCE, retired president and CEO of the Daytona Regional Chamber of Commerce, on being selected to receive ACCE’s 2026 Life Member Award.
#ChamberStrong#ChamberLeadership
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The latest Faces and Places highlights career moves, leadership transitions and professional milestones from across the chamber industry.
See who is making moves: https://t.co/j04J0eQ1vT
Congratulations to the 2026 Awards for Communications Excellence winners.
These 12 entries show how chambers are using strategy, storytelling and creative execution to engage members, elevate communities and demonstrate impact.
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Every chamber CEO is also a chief storyteller.
This Chamber Executive article explores how CEOs can use storytelling as a leadership tool to clarify value, build trust and strengthen engagement.
Read more: https://t.co/XvZbVlYQR2
The Spring 2026 issue of Chamber Executive is available now!
Inside:
– The Risk Hidden in Plain Sight
– The Chamber CEO as Storyteller
– Chamber Merger Success
– Faces & Places
– From Sheree Ann Kelly: Compelling Chamber Value Propositions
– & Much More!
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The Greater Houston Partnership held its first Procurement Exchange of the year, a targeted convening for procurement, supply chain, supplier diversity and ESG leaders from across the Houston region.
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The ACCE team gathered for a staff retreat focused on culture, trust and alignment.
As we begin strategic planning, we’re investing in the team behind the work: listening, collaborating and building shared values we can live by.
Thank you to BetterCulture for guiding the day.
Member engagement shouldn’t rely on manual tracking.
Join ACCE Partner @@reMembers_Assn on 6/16 at 2 p.m. ET to learn how AI, automation & reporting tools can help chambers spot trends earlier, personalize outreach and turn member data into action.
Enroll: https://t.co/0Jdadm6Vw5
ACCE’s 2025 Chamber Operations Survey Report shows:
– Revenue per member is up 31% since 2023.
– Expenses per member are up 29%.
– Non-dues revenue holds steady at 62% of total revenue.
– 76% of chambers now operate a 501(c)(3) foundation.
Get the report: https://t.co/B6bXQq3lDT
Attention: Conveners, Connectors and Changemakers!
Chamber leaders from coast to coast are heading to New Orleans 7/20/26.
Be part of the conversations shaping what’s next...and don’t miss early bird pricing.
Savings end tomorrow, May 14.
Register NOW!
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#ACCE26 Futureproof Your Chamber
Innovation and the ability to generate and act on new ideas quickly will be a defining quality of successful chambers.
Agenda -> https://t.co/ITKCBNFPgz
ACCE chamber members can register at the $1,079 early bird rate through May 14.
#ACCE26 EARLY BIRD DEADLINE IS THURSDAY, MAY 14.
Strengthen your organization’s ability to navigate disruption, adapt to new expectations and lead meaningful change by joining us in New Orleans for ACCE’s Annual Convention on July 20-22.
Agenda -> https://t.co/ITKCBNFPgz
ACCE has partnered with the U.S. A.I. Institute to bring the Certified AI Foundational Analyst certificate to ACCE members.
This program helps chamber professionals understand AI and apply it in their work.
ACCE members can register for $448. https://t.co/yOI5YprhfS
This month's Pulse Survey: Chamber Sponsorships
We are seeking to learn how your organization sells, structures and succeeds with sponsorships.
View previous survey results and share 5-7 minutes of your time with us for this month's survey.
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A successful intercity visit isn’t about where you go.
It’s about what happens when you return.
ACCE's new toolkit gives chambers a clear path from planning → participation → impact.
Download it and start designing trips that move your community forward.
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Turn Insights Into Impact
Chamber leaders from coast to coast are heading to New Orleans.
Be part of the conversations shaping what’s next...and don’t miss early bird pricing.
Savings end May 14.
Register Today
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