Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives

About the Organization

Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) is the professional association supporting and promoting chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations across the U.S. and around the world. ACCE’s mission is to develop chamber professionals to lead businesses and advance their communities. Our membership includes more than 1,600 organizations. We serve our industry via original thought leadership, educational programs, consulting, research, benchmarking, retirement and insurance offerings, and access to a network of industry leaders and peers. More information at: www.acce.org. 

ACCE’s Values and Culture Statement

Commitment to Inclusion: ACCE seeks to increase diversity, equity and inclusion throughout the chamber movement. The board of directors adopted this commitment statement: For the betterment of the association, chamber leaders and the communities they serve, ACCE will champion access and equity of opportunity through intentional inclusion of all. ACCE is an Equal Opportunity Employer. ACCE does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, parental status, military service, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Staff Values

Our Success is Rooted in Our Team

We are an inclusive and welcoming team that respects everyone’s input, with emphasis on achieving organization-wide goals. We foster an environment focused on trust and collaboration, where we support each other by listening and using open and honest communication. 

We Strive for Excellence, Not Unattainable Perfection

We’re solutions-focused and highly accountable to each other, as well as our members. This team delivers quality service without losing sight of the need for balance. Individual and team development are supported for both organizational success and personal career growth.

Innovation is Paramount for our Team and Industry

We identify opportunities for calculated risks, and those risks are supported enterprise-wide. We remain future-focused in our own activities and how we serve our industry. Innovation requires that we challenge each other and our members, and remain nimble to shifting external dynamics.