At this year’s ACCE Annual Convention in Philadelphia, three standout chambers of commerce took home the coveted “Best in Show” honors during the annual Awards Show. These awards spotlighted the most impactful communications projects submitted to the 2025 Awards for Communications Excellence (ACE) program. The ACE program has long served as a benchmark for excellence in chamber marketing and communications. For over 40 years, ACCE has celebrated innovation and creativity in messaging, storytelling, and outreach strategies that strengthen community engagement […]

Twenty-six outstanding chamber of commerce professionals have joined the distinguished ranks of Certified Chamber Executives (CCE), the highest honor in the chamber industry. These leaders were formally recognized for their achievements during the Awards Show last week at ACCE’s Annual Convention in Philadelphia. Established more than four decades ago, the CCE designation represents the pinnacle of professional excellence in chamber leadership. It is the only internationally recognized certification program exclusive to the chamber of commerce field. The rigorous CCE program […]

We’re thrilled to celebrate the announcement of the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE)’s 2025 Chamber of the Year award winners! The honors were revealed on Wednesday, July 23, during the awards show at ACCE’s Annual Convention in Philadelphia. As the proud sponsor of the 2025 Chamber of the Year award, GrowthZone was honored to be there in person to applaud and congratulate this year’s exceptional recipients. The Chamber of the Year award recognizes chambers that have demonstrated excellence in […]

The American Society of Association Executives (ASAE) Annual Meeting & Expo is where the association community comes together—and 2025 will be no exception. This year’s event promises powerful learning, meaningful connections, and practical solutions that will shape the future of associations. Whether you’re looking to stay ahead of trends, find tools to boost member engagement, or connect with peers who “get it”—the 2025 ASAE Annual Meeting is the place to be. And yes, we’ll be there, and we’ve got big […]