ACCE is pleased to announce the finalists for the 2023 Chamber of the Year title. Twelve chambers in four categories based on revenue will compete for the most prestigious and competitive recognition in the industry. Chamber of the Year is sponsored by Personify.

The 2023 finalists are:

Category One

Barren, Inc. | Barren County Chamber of Commerce – Glasgow, Ky.
North Tampa Bay Chamber – Lutz, Fla.
Pearland Chamber of Commerce – Pearland, Texas

Category Two

North Central Massachusetts Chamber of Commerce – Fitchburg, Mass.
Richland Area Chamber & Economic Development – Mansfield, Ohio
Winter Park Chamber of Commerce – Winter Park, Fla.

Category Three

Bowling Green Area Chamber of Commerce – Bowling Green, Ky.
Gwinnett Chamber of Commerce – Duluth, Ga.
Lancaster Chamber – Lancaster, Pa.

Category Four

Greater Boston Chamber of Commerce – Boston, Mass.
Orlando Economic Partnership – Orlando, Fla.
Portland Business Alliance – Portland, Ore.

Chamber of the Year recognizes the leadership role chambers of commerce have in their communities. Those honored with the designation have demonstrated organizational strength and made an impact on key community priorities, such as education, transportation, economic prosperity and quality of life.

“This year’s finalists truly represent excellence in the chamber industry,” said ACCE President & CEO Sheree Anne Kelly. “Through their roles as community partners, thought leaders and innovative problem solvers, each has demonstrated what it means to be a catalyst for growth and regional prosperity. We congratulate them on this achievement.”   

Chamber of the Year winners will be announced on Tuesday, August 1, during the Awards Show, presented by Comcast, at ACCE’s Annual Convention in Salt Lake City, Utah.