ACCE News

#ACCE26: Register Today

Register today to join chamber executives and industry leaders who are shaping the future of communities at ACCE's Annual Convention, July 20-22 in New Orleans, a city built on creativity and resilience, with an unmistakable rhythm of its own. Get ready to think big, connect deeply and return home with practical tools, sharper focus and renewed purpose.

This year's schedule is streamlined to provide the same amount of content in a fresh format. Start strong with expanded programming on the arrival day and end with an unforgettable closing party at Mardi Gras World. View the agenda | Meet the keynote
No more add-ons, this simplified registration includes the Welcome Reception, Awards Show and Closing Party. Learn more and register here.
Book your room at the Hyatt Regency New Orleans, site of all the convention sessions. The specially-arranged hotel rate ($189 avg/night is available through June 29 or when the room blocks sell out—whichever comes first.

Chamber Operations Report Released

The 2025 Chamber Operations Survey Report draws on FY2025 data in ACCE’s Dynamic Chamber Benchmarking. It provides insights into governance, staffing, finance, membership, and operations, with multi-year trend charts and revenue breakdowns that show how chambers are evolving and where they stand. Use the report to support strategic planning, board presentations, staffing decisions and more. Purchase it online ($100 for ACCE members; $200 for nonmembers; free for Horizon and All-ACCEss Pass members).

New Intercity Visit Toolkit for Chambers

ACCE's new Intercity Visit Toolkit was created to help chamber leaders plan more impactful trips. We consulted trip organizers from across the country to learn what’s working and what’s not. Whether you are building a new program or seeking to improve your current one, this practical guide covers every stage of the process.

Consult this toolkit to learn:

How to gain buy-in from delegates, board leaders and sponsors.
Tips for selecting the right host city and designing a high-impact agenda.
Strategies for turning trip insights into real community action.
Real-world chamber case studies and a first-timers roadmap.

Download the toolkit. ($25 for ACCE members; $50 for non-members).

Fall Regional Events

Events & Communications Conference | Milwaukee, Wisconsin | October 14-16
Chamber professionals working in events, programs and communications will gain practical strategies and innovative solutions for hosting and promoting chamber events. ACCE members can save with early bird registration ($529) through Tuesday, August 25. Learn more and register
Economic Opportunity Leadership Visit | Tampa Bay, Florida | October 20-21
The trip, similar to an intercity visit, is designed exclusively for chamber professionals committed to advancing economic opportunity in their regions. Participants will explore how Tampa Bay is tackling economic growth and prosperity challenges, from workforce development to small business growth, and gain actionable insights to help build more inclusive workplaces and communities. Registration opens in August.
Government Relations Roundtable Meeting | Portland, Oregon | November 8-10
ACCE’s annual meeting of full-time chamber government relations professionals, explores emerging policy topics, political engagement tactics and best practices for running a chamber GR program. Details coming soon. Contact Will Burns with any questions wburns@acce.org.