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ACCE News
Natalie English, CCE, IOM, Named ACCE Board Chair
Natalie English, CCE, IOM, president and CEO of the Wilmington Chamber of Commerce in North Carolina, was named chair of the ACCE Board of Directors during the organization’s annual meeting on July 21 in New Orleans. Read more.
The other members of the ACCE Executive Committee announced during the July 21 annual meeting include:
- Chair-elect: Alisha Benson, IOM | Greater Spokane Inc.
- Immediate Past Chair: Jim Rooney | Greater Boston Chamber
- Treasurer: Brittany Quick-Warner | Eugene Area Chamber
- Vice Chair: Becky Bartoszek | Fox Cities Chamber
- Vice Chair: Derek Miller | Salt Lake Chamber
- Vice Chair: Maria Salinas | Los Angeles Area Chamber
- Vice Chair/MDD Chair: Justin Saunders | Hampton Roads Chamber
- Metro Cities Chair: Chellie Cameron | The Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia
- 2027 Convention Host: Tim Giuliani, CCE | Orlando Economic Partnership
- ACCE Foundation Chair: Bob DuBois, IOM | Noblesville Chamber
- Partnership Liaison: Nikki Devitt, IOM, Petoskey Regional Chamber
- Engaging the Public Sector: Matt Morrow, Springfield Area Chamber
- International Seat: Rory Ring, CCE | Chatham-Kent Chamber (Canada)
New Chamber Ethics Toolkit
ACCE's Chamber Ethics Toolkit helps chamber professionals and volunteer leaders navigate ethical decisions with confidence. This toolkit covers the top issues chamber leaders navigate, from governance and day-to-day operations to moments of crisis and public pressure.
The toolkit includes samples from more than 30 chambers and multimedia resources from ACCE, including three brand new interactive resources:
- Ethical Decision-Making Tool: A guided framework for working through difficult situations with clarity and consistency
- Sample Ethical Scenarios: Real-world situations designed to spark discussion and build shared judgment across your team
- Chamber Ethics Self-Assessment: A scored review of your organization's current practices that surfaces gaps and identifies opportunities for improvement
- ACCE members can access the toolkit for $49. The nonmember rate is $99. Click here to learn more.
Fast-track Your Chamber Career
The Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) designation is highest, internationally recognized certification for chamber executives. Consider joining this elite roster of chamber professionals and go for your CCE in 2027.
- Review the updated eligibility requirements and submit the intent to apply form. A financial audit is no longer required.
- As you prepare to apply, consult this worksheet to determine how many points you have that will count for your CCE application.
- Applications (coming soon) to join the 2027 class are due Friday, February 5.
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. Thank you to the conference's silver sponsors, GrowthZone and Livability Media and bronze sponsor, Chamber Speak. 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. Learn more and register - 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. Contact Will Burns with any questions wburns@acce.org.
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