Applying the highest standards, IACCE supports the development of chamber professionals by creating opportunities
for growth and recognition.
Our Guiding Principles:
- Advance professional growth of members through engagement
- Define and communicate value to our members
- Ensure quality programs and services are available to benefit our members
- Encourage and maintain strong strategic alliances
- Strengthen the business voice in Illinois by encouraging adoption of a common legislative agenda
Benefits of Membership
RELEVANCE TO GROW AND INSPIRE
- Annual IACCE conference – Keynotes, break-out sessions, and time with colleagues that educate you on best practices, provide solutions to challenges, and prepare you for emerging trends.
- Seminars/Webinars – Noted industry professionals share skill-based solutions to increase your chamber’s success.
- Conference calls on topics such as membership and events provide opportunities for chamber staff to share challenges and successes.
- “Setting the Stage for Success” – new executives have access to training and advice with IACCE leadership on basics of chamber governance.
- Incomparable connections cultivated during the annual conference build your own network of support.
- Access to a statewide network of chamber professionals in a variety of special-interest areas is available with a simple request.
- Confidential conversations about work place challenges for guidance and solutions.
- Join a committee and participate in leadership opportunities.
- Scholarships are offered for IACCE’s Fall Conference, ACCE's annual convention, Institute for Organization Management’s non-profit management course, the U.S. Chamber's Regional Government Affairs Conference, as well as other professional development opportunities.
- Participate in and access results of compensation and benefits surveys.
- Member access to an online resource library includes policy documents, sample contracts, job descriptions and more. Don’t see something you need? Reach out and we’ll find it for you!
- E-newsletters offer educational content, opportunities for engagement, and survey questions on topical issues.
- Chamber of Commerce Week & Small Business Week Promotional e-materials (e.g. e-logos, proclamations).
- Explore future career opportunities on our website Job Board.
- SEO optimized landing page through IACCE website (customizable as, or linkable to, your chamber website.)
- Strategic planning services, board/staff training, and board self-evaluations are provided by IACCE leadership.
begin by selecting the number of members in your chamber
This membership is for retired chamber executives who have made a
significant contribution to IACCE and the industry.
Potential members must be approved by the
board of directors and are announced at the
Celebration & Awards Dinner at Fall Conference.
significant contribution to IACCE and the industry.
Potential members must be approved by the
board of directors and are announced at the
Celebration & Awards Dinner at Fall Conference.
