Chamber Thought Leadership & Research Center
Insights to Inform Your Strategy
ACCE captures the industry's most innovative thinking to help chamber leaders plan for a more effective and impactful future.
For 110 years, we've been learning from, guiding and supporting the most successful chambers in the United States and around the globe. We engage our network of 1,600 chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations to stay current on the challenges they face. We also leverage insights from thought leaders beyond our industry, who are pillars in their respective fields. Our staff brings decades of experience and expertise in organizational management, strategic planning, economic development, revenue generation, public policy and more.
ACCE's Horizon Initiative
This report and supporting materials outline the major influences shaping the next 10 years, which will impact not only chambers of commerce, but the businesses and communities we serve.
Public Opinion Poll
ACCE's landmark research on the crucial role chambers of commerce play for businesses, economies and communities. Conducted in partnership with The Harris Poll, this study explores U.S. adults’ perceptions of their local chamber of commerce, the role chambers play in their communities and the value of chamber membership to businesses.
3 Essential Pillars for Chamber Success
Our team sought out thought leaders and gathered insight to ensure that chambers not only survive, but thrive in their efforts to promote economic and community prosperity. Research points to three critical components necessary to build a strong future for your chamber. Our world is changing fast and isn't going "back to normal" anytime soon, so the need for us to adapt is urgent.
Latest From ACCE
The State of Membership
ACCE's recent Chamber Pulse Survey closer look at the state of chamber membership, focusing on how trends in recruitment, retention and dues strategies have shifted over the past year.
Horizon 2035 Updates
Our newest research and accompanying practical tools to help your chamber plan for a more effective and impactful future. The latest update includes brief summary videos, fresh chamber examples, discussion prompts for each influence, small chamber implementation tips and more.
Employee Engagement
ACCE’s new Employee Engagement Resource Guide contains our latest research on employee engagement within the chamber industry. Learn more about the industry’s strengths and areas of opportunity and what employees value most about working at a chamber of commerce.
Leading Through Uncertainty
ACCE's new Leading Though Uncertainty Playbook provides guidance on navigating uncharted waters including situational assessments, issue management processes, making informed decisions in fast-paced environments when detailed information is not always available and communication tactics for polarized environments.
Powerful Data and Tools
ACCE collaborates with dozens of national and regional organizations to identify and curate external research and resources that are relevant to the chamber industry. We also pursue partnerships that leverage our shared expertise to provide value to our member chambers, while elevating the chamber brand. These are some of the best new tools, resources and data related to the most pressing issues facing chambers and their regions.
New & Noteworthy
2026 Edelman Trust Barometer
The world is retreating towards insularity—hesitation or unwillingness to trust someone different from yourself. There is consensus that the division must be addressed, and employers are best positioned to rebuild trust.
GrowthZone Annual Survey
GrowthZone released its 2026 Association Survey Results Report. This survey offers an in-depth look at the inner workings of associations across the U.S. and Canada.
2024 State of Associations Report
Wipfli's first quantitative study on the state of associations gives an optimistic glimpse into association finances, memberships and technological innovation.
Data You Can Use
Community Data
Economic & Workforce Data
ACCE Resources
Online Learning
ACCE's on-demand learning catalog includes online courses, recorded webinars, peer roundtable calls and more.
ACCE Research
ACCE maintains the robust benchmarking tool in the chamber industry and conducts research to identify critical trends.
Chamber Executive Magazine
ACCE's award-winning journal for and about chambers of commerce.
Knowledge Exchange
Browse ACCE's curated collection of sample documents, policies, job descriptions, strategic plans and more.
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