Certified Chamber Executive

Earn the internationally-recognized certification for chamber professionals! The Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) program is designed to assess the four core components of the chamber Body of Knowledge: management; planning and development; membership, communications, and revenue; and operations. CCEs exemplify commitment to the chamber of commerce profession, dedication to managerial and leadership excellence, and leadership in state, regional, and national chamber professional associations.

Contact Ashley Purdy for more information on the CCE program, process, and eligibility requirements. 

Program information

Eligibility and Requirements

Application and Process

2026 CCE Timeline

Support and Resources

Before Applying

• Intent to Apply Form
• CCE Process Recorded Webinar 
• CCE Program Toolkit
• My ACCE Activities Report - Use this to see your ACCE activities that count for CCE points. 
• CCE Points Worksheet - Use this form to help you calculate how many points you have for your application. 

Application

• Application
• Application Guidelines
• Application Submission Form

Preparing for the Exam

• Body of Knowledge
• Recommended Reading

FAQs

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Costs:

  • Application fee: By the application due date, candidates should submit a non-refundable application fee of $450 for ACCE members; $650 for non-members.  

  • Designation fee: Once the Certification Commission and the ACCE Board approve the award to a candidate, the final processing fee will be invoiced to the new CCE - $250 for ACCE members and $350 for non-members. 

  • Renewal fee: Every five years, CCEs must renew their certification - $300 for members and $400 for non-members.  

 Current CCEs

• CCE Commission
• CCE Maintenance Information
• CCE Maintenance Form
• List of Current CCEs