The CACCE Board of Directors is pleased to invite you to join us for our

2025 Annual Management Conference:

Wednesday - Friday, October 29 - 31, 2025

The Beach House Resort

Hilton Head Island, SC

CLICK HERE for the latest agenda and to register for the event!

We are excited to announce the dates & locations for our 2026 conferences…please be sure to save these on your calendar for next year:



2026 CACCE Staff Leadership Development Conference

for all chamber staff members

Monday – Wednesday, March 30 – April 1, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Columbia

Columbia, SC

Hosted by the Columbia Chamber of Commerce

2026 CACCE Annual Management Conference

for Chamber Executive Directors/Presidents/CEOs and senior staff members

Monday – Wednesday, November 16 – 18, 2026

Hilton Greenville

Greenville, NC

Hosted by the Greenville-Pitt County Chamber of Commerce 

Sunday, November 9

Game Against New Orleans Saints

The Carolina Panthers are excited to invite our CACCE member chambers to join us for our 2025 Carolinas Chamber Day! The event is scheduled for Sunday, November 9 and will feature the game between the Carolina Panthers & the New Orleans Saints. Tickets are $80 each and include admission to the networking event, food & (2) drink tickets, a game ticket, and a Panthers notebook to take home. You are welcome to invite your entire membership for this event.

The event will begin with early access to the stadium for the networking event and will be followed by the game:

• 9:30 AM – Check in begins - you and your guests will use the South Silver Club Entrance
• 9:45 AM – Networking event begins in Club Level
• 11:00 AM – Gates open for the game
• 1:00 PM – Game begins

To register your Chamber, please complete and return the application to Brooke Royal, at brooke.royal@panthers.nfl.com or call her at (704) 358-7727 to place your order. You will not register through CACCE – you will register your Chamber so that you can order as many tickets as you may need for your members. If interested, feel free to reach out to Brooke directly.

Just a quick reminder that the 4th and final installment of our 2025 Advocacy in Action webinar series with Lumin Strategies is scheduled for:

Thursday, November 13 – 10:00am

Advocacy in Action Webinar with Lumin Strategies

Budgeting for Advocacy

Brian Francis, President & CEO, Lumin Strategies

To register for this meeting, please CLICK HERE. Once you have completed the short registration form, the system will send you the information to connect to the meeting, and you can add it to your calendar. The meeting will be recorded and shared with the membership in case you aren’t able to join us on that day.

Just a quick reminder that we have a new webinar with Convergent Nonprofit Solutions scheduled for November:

Thursday, November 20 – 10:00am

Navigating Capital Campaigns: Funding Big Community Initiatives

Erin Bemis, IOM, Senior Project Director, Convergent Nonprofit Solutions

Learn best practices for chambers and economic development organizations in planning and executing successful fundraising efforts.

To register for this meeting, please CLICK HERE. Once you have completed the short registration form, the system will send you the information to connect to the meeting, and you can add it to your calendar. The meeting will be recorded and shared with the membership in case you aren’t able to join us on that day.

Chambers for Innovation and Clean Energy

Economic Growth at Full Power: Data Centers, Energy Demand, and What Comes Next

Data centers can be powerful economic drivers, bringing investment, tax revenue, and high-paying jobs. But they also create new pressures on energy demand and water use—challenges chambers and EDOs must navigate to ensure growth is both sustainable and competitive. CICE’s Data Center Overview highlights their economic impact, infrastructure demands, and the policy debate around tax incentives. With U.S. energy demand surging—driven in part by data centers—CICE is hosting a webinar series on how chambers and EDOs can play a leading role in securing reliable, cost-effective power to support economic development.

Eventeny

Want to make your events more memorable and engaging? In this 30-minute session, you’ll learn fresh, creative ways to capture attendee attention and strengthen sponsor relationships without adding extra stress to your plate. We’ll share practical tactics you can apply right away, so you walk away with inspiration and strategies that help your events stand out and shine.

https://www.eventeny.com/smart-marketing

Indus Travels

“I'm currently on an incredible FAM trip in Morocco and it's been nothing short of amazing! 🇲🇦✨ From the vibrant markets to the stunning landscapes, we’re soaking it all in and having a blast. But the excitement doesn’t stop here! Next month, I’m beyond thrilled to meet everyone who’s joining us for our Portugal FAM with GACCE and Carolinas! 🇵🇹🎉 It’s going to be an unforgettable adventure — filled with new connections, beautiful experiences, and tons of fun. Can't wait to share this next chapter with all of you!”

Contact Dhruv Raval at 866-978-2997 x844 for more information.

ISI Consulting

Please help us welcome a new CACCE Associate Member:

ISI Consulting

Holly Hayes, President and Founder

803-920-1736

holly@sharpertogether.com

Holly’s company was referred to CACCE by Paul Sadler with the Greater Chapin Chamber – she has been consulting with them for the last four years. ISI Consulting specializes in facilitating, training, and helping organizations with their planning needs. You can learn more here:



https://www.sharpertogether.com/

If you missed our recent Zoom meeting with Holly, please click here to see how she can help you and your chamber.

Lumin Strategies

Alamance Chamber Hosts First DC Fly-In in a Decade

In September, we facilitated the first Washington, D.C. fly-in for the Alamance Chamber of Commerce in 10 years. The trip included hearing from national speakers on both near-term and long-term issues facing Members of Congress, productive meetings with Senator Ted Budd, Congressman Richard Hudson, and policy staff for Senator Thom Tillis, as well as a visit with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. And of course, there was a little time for sightseeing too. Interested in seeing the full agenda or exploring how we can help your Chamber plan a successful fly-in? Email us at info@luminstrat.com.

North Carolina Employee Ownership Center

NCEOC Annual Employee Ownership Celebration

October 16, 2025 | 4-6pm

O. Henry Hotel, 624 Green Valley Road, Greensboro

Register for this FREE event here!

This fall, the NCEOC invites you to join us in celebrating the newest wave of employee-owned companies in North Carolina. This event will be an inspiring gathering of business leaders, advocates, and community members dedicated to advancing worker ownership across the state.

From Founder to Future: Discussing Employee Ownership with John Abrams

October 21, 2025 | 4-5:30pm

Center for Craft, 67 Broadway St., Asheville, NC

Register for this FREE event here!

Join us for a panel discussion with John Abrams and leaders from local employee-owned companies, followed by a book signing and networking.

PSP Group

Ready for 2026? Let’s Talk!

This year is flying by and planning for 2026 starts now. If you are interested in telling your Chamber's story with bigger impact AND growing your non-dues revenue, now is the perfect time to connect and explore how partnering with PSP Group can take you to the next level! Schedule a discovery call today with Eli (eli@mypspgroup.com) or Kenny (kenny@mypspgroup.com).

Starfish Partnerships

I look forward to seeing you a the CACCE Conference later this month! Stop by my booth and register for a chance to win certificates and gifts! Also, we have a VIRTUAL MEMBERSHIP BOOT CAMP on November 10, 17, 24 from 1:30-2:30 pm. It’s on Recruitment – Relationships -- Retention and it’s ONLY $29 - Register here: https://www.starfishpartnerships.com/store.

YGM

Outer Banks (NC) Executive Search

The Outer Banks Chamber Board of Directors has launched the executive search for their next President & CEO. Anissa Starnes, IOM with YGM, LLC will be assisting the chamber with the executive search. Please see the CACCE Careers page for more information.

UNLOOP by YGM is the smarter way to plan, sell, and track your sponsorships — no spreadsheets, no chaos. From real-time sales tracking to online contracts and sponsor FOMO when they see who else is buying, UNLOOP by YGM helps you sell smarter, not harder all while increasing your revenue.“UNLOOP by YGM's sponsorship website is a game-changer. The interface is incredibly intuitive—easy for chamber staff to update and even easier for sponsors to navigate and make purchases. It streamlines the entire process. This is the kind of tool that gives your chamber a competitive edge!”

— Tiffany Fulmer Ott

👉 Sponsor Sales Demo: [Watch Now]

👉 Admin Demo: [Watch Now]

Click here to sign-up for UNLOOP by YGM.

Aiken Chamber

The Chamber's Buy Aiken, Red Ticket Campaign, is an affordable, fun way to increase your business during the holiday season. The campaign is designed to encourage folks to spend locally with Aiken Chamber

members. It will educate people throughout our region on the great retail, dining, goods, and services we have to offer. A total of $5,000 will be awarded to Aiken shoppers during the campaign.

Alleghany County Chamber

Larry VanHoose will be leaving his Executive Director position with the Chamber in November to accept the position of Executive Director for the Blue Ridge Crossroads SBDC, covering the Virginia counties of Bland, Wythe, Carroll, Grayson, and the city of Galax.

Boone Area Chamber

The Chamber has released its newest Boone Chamber Mind Your Business podcast - Talking Helene: One Year Later with Six WNC Chambers of Commerce - click here to listen. For this episode, David Jackson, the Chamber's President & CEO, arranged a conversation with six chambers from across the region, from Asheville to Ashe County, as we tackle some of the top questions of the day and share what makes us hopeful about the future for our region. I hope this gives you an enhanced perspective about where we are now and where we are going as we continue to restore the vibrant business community that makes this region so special.

Charleston Metro Chamber

The Chamber is pleased to announce the addition of Kristin Hysner as Marketing Coordinator. In this role, Hysner will be responsible for managing the Chamber’s social media presence, developing content, supporting project management for the marketing team and assisting in the creation of promotional visuals and graphics. Click here for the press release.

Chester County Chamber

The Chamber is proud to announce that we have officially taken on tourism for Chester County, expanding our mission of strengthening business and community. We are excited to welcome Keianna Benson as Director of our new Tourism Department and look forward to growing this important initiative together.

Greater Cayce-West Columbia Chamber

The Chamber is excited to announce the promotion of Christina Nelson to the position of Interim CEO and President. Christina to assume the role of Interim CEO and President on January 1, 2026. While Christina has served the Chamber in various capacities over the last 4 years, she will now have the opportunity to learn the CEO role by working alongside the current CEO/President Tim James through 2025. On January 1, 2026, Tim will assume the board appointed role of Past-President and remain in a Mentor-Past President capacity for Christina. Click here for the full press release.

Greater Raleigh Chamber

The Chamber invites fellow leaders to join us for our annual Golf Tournament at Prestonwood Country Club on October 20, an exciting day of networking, camaraderie, and friendly competition among top decision-makers from across the Triangle. Secure your sponsorship to enjoy a day on the course, connect with peers, and showcase your organization in one of the region’s premier business events.

Greenville-Pitt County Chamber

The Chamber recently hosted its annual Leadership Retreat for the 2025 Leadership Institute Program class. This eight-month program gives participants the opportunity to connect, collaborate, and strengthen their leadership skills as they prepare to take active roles in the community, enriching quality of life and helping shape the future of Pitt County.

In partnership with Pitt County Schools and Parents for Public Schools of Pitt County, the Chamber hosted the annual Education Network Reception. The event celebrated educators while fostering connections between local businesses and public schools. Attendees also heard from keynote speaker Tom Oxholm, Executive Vice President of Wake Stone Corporation, who shared insights on leadership and community engagement.

Hilton Head Island-Bluffton Chamber

The Chamber has welcomed Tara Frank as its new Director of Sales, where she will be working with local hospitality businesses attracting corporate, group and incentive travel. She brings more than 25 years of proven leadership experience in sales, marketing, and relationship-building across the hospitality industry.

Kershaw County Chamber

The Chamber's Board Chair recently announced that Amy Kinard, Executive Director, made the decision to step down from her role effective August 29. The Chamber has established a Hiring Committee tasked with managing the process of identifying and appointing the Chamber's next Executive Director. To view the position and apply, please see the CACCE Careers page.

Lancaster County Chamber

The Chamber, in partnership with the University of South Carolina Lancaster, is proud to announce our 2026 international Chamber Trip plus Study Abroad experience. Departing May 11, 2026, this nine-day trip will experience the breathtaking highlights of England, Scotland, and Wales! The Chamber’s travel program is a beloved tradition that offers community members the chance to explore exciting destinations around the world. For the first time in our travel program’s history, the Chamber is excited to collaborate with the University of South Carolina Lancaster, to offer their students the opportunity to travel with us as part of their Study Abroad program. The students will be accompanied by a faculty member and study a curriculum designed specifically for this trip. Through this unique partnership with the University, the Chamber’s travelers may also enroll in the course! The course will begin with an online portion May 4-8, 2026 and then continue during the trip with faculty-led lectures and group discussions. The course allows travelers to deepen their understanding of the history and significance of the sites they will visit on the trip. Please visit lancasterchambersc.org to learn more about this unique travel opportunity!

Lexington Chamber

The Chamber’s Membership Director Leigh Lowery has been named a Capital City Lake Murray Country Tourism Ambassador. In this role, Leigh and other selected ambassadors will spotlight their local communities to encourage tourism to the region. Ambassador's content will be featured in the Visitors Guide, podcast episodes, blog articles, social media posts, and more. Leigh was selected because she is a Lexington native and strong community supporter. 

For the fifth year, the Chamber hosted its Dining on the Dam celebration on Sunday evening, September 21. Nearly 1,000 attendees enjoyed a catered meal, premium drinks, and a high-energy performance by The Big Time Band, all while taking in stunning sunset views from the iconic Dreher Shoals Dam over beautiful Lake Murray.

The Chamber, Leading Business in Cabarrus

We're excited to let you know that we've recently launched our new website! We've updated our URL to CabarrusNCChamber.org.

Triangle East Chamber

The Chamber hosted Planes, Trains, and Automobiles - a panel discussion on the economic impact transportation has on the economy. Panelists included NC Secretary of Transportation Joey Hopkins, as well as representatives from the NC Railroad, Johnston Regional Airport, and QuickRides, Johnston County's Microtransit provider. The sold out event utilized Mentimeter for guests to share their thoughts with the panelists. One chamber member shared "This was the best event I've attended in 20 years."

Wilmington Chamber

The Chamber will host the East Coast Healthcare Summit on Tuesday, October 28 at Hotel Ballast. This gathering will bring together healthcare leaders, innovators, and policymakers to shape the future of healthcare in North Carolina and beyond. Attendees will hear directly from nationally recognized experts and local innovators driving change across our healthcare systems. 

The Chamber will host their Oyster Roast on Friday, November 14 on the Riverfront Lawn. Guests will enjoy a spread of local oysters, succulent shrimp, and a hearty seafood boil paired with an open bar featuring premium beer and wine. It’s the perfect opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber members in a relaxed coastal setting.

Yadkin County Chamber

Maggie Moncus has been appointed Executive Director of the Chamber. She replaces Bobby Todd, who is stepping down after 32+ years as Executive Director. Bobby will remain in a special projects role for the Chamber. 

CACCE Disaster Fund Grants

CACCE created a Disaster Fund to assist our members in times of natural disasters. CACCE member chambers that need assistance after a natural disaster may apply for a grant from this fund if they meet the following criteria:

• The Chamber has suffered financial losses due to direct damage to their building and/or a disruption in normal operations as a result of a natural disaster;
• The Chamber is located in a county that has been declared a federal disaster area (grant applications received from chambers in a community that has not been declared a federal disaster area will be reviewed at the discretion of the CACCE Executive Committee);
• The Chamber is a current paid member of CACCE; and,
• The Chamber has at least one full-time employee.

Please CLICK HERE for the application. Contact Tiffany at tfulmer@tlfexecutiveservices.com with any questions.

IOM 2026 Program Dates

The U.S. Chamber Foundation's Institute for Organization Management has announced their 2026 program dates. CLICK HERE to see the sites and dates for 2026.