By President and CEO of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce Derrick R. Clay has been elected to serve on the board of directors for the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), an Alexandria, Virginia-based association of over 9,000 professionals who work for and with more than 1,300 chambers of commerce.
Members of ACCE’s board of directors represent more than 50 organizations, including many of the world’s largest and most influential regional chambers of commerce.
“We are pleased to welcome Derrick R. Clay to the ACCE Board of Directors,” said Sheree Anne Kelly, ACCE president & CEO.
“Derrick brings a wealth of leadership experience and commitment to strengthening chambers and the communities they serve. At a time when chambers are driving innovation, fostering economic opportunity and building resilient communities, the insight and perspective of dedicated volunteer leaders are invaluable. We look forward to the impact he will make in helping advance ACCE’s mission.”
Derrick R. Clay serves as the President and CEO of the Columbus Chamber of Commerce, where he is dedicated to driving prosperity and growth in the Columbus Region business community through connections, resources, and advocacy. An established leader with deep ties to the Columbus community and extensive experience in strategic development and organizational growth, Derrick brings a forward-thinking approach to advancing the Chamber’s vision as the driving force behind a thriving Columbus economy.
“I’m honored to serve on the ACCE Board of Directors and to represent the Columbus Region alongside chamber leaders from across the country,” said Derrick.
“Chambers play a critical role in strengthening local economies by convening business leaders, advocating for policies that foster growth, and helping organizations navigate change. I look forward to sharing the innovation and collaboration happening in the Columbus Region while learning from peers who are advancing their own communities. Together, we have an opportunity to elevate the impact chambers have on businesses and the regions they serve.”
The mission of ACCE is to support and develop chamber professionals to lead businesses and their communities. ACCE identifies and analyzes trends affecting communities, shares best practices, and develops benchmarking studies, in addition to providing other tools to help chamber leaders manage and improve operations at their organization and achieve the highest impact in their communities.
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