FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

May 28, 2024 

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Communications & Marketing 

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LOCAL CHAMBER PROFESSIONAL TO RECEIVE LIFE MEMBER AWARD

Thomas Baldrige to receive Life Member Award from Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives

Alexandria, Va. (May 28, 2024) — Former Lancaster Chamber President & CEO Thomas Baldrige, CCE, was announced as the recipient of the Life Member Award presented by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE).

ACCE is an association based in Alexandria, Virginia, that represents over 9,000 professionals who work for and with more than 1,600 chambers of commerce around the world.

The Life Member Award recognizes those with enduring careers in chamber leadership. Baldrige will be honored at the 2024 ACCE Annual Convention in Dallas on July 17.

“We are pleased to honor Tom with this well-deserved recognition,” said ACCE President & CEO Sheree Anne Kelly. “Tom's leadership and dedication to advancing the Lancaster Chamber and improving the economic vitality of the region, along with his exemplary service to the chamber industry, has inspired countless individuals within our profession.”

A panel of chamber leaders nationwide evaluated nominees and selected Baldrige to receive the award. Criteria for consideration include demonstrating measurable success in building communities and organizations, actively mentoring staff and others in the profession and making a significant contribution to the profession through ACCE board leadership, state and regional associations and U.S. Chamber institutes and programs.

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About the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives

Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) is the professional society supporting the women and men who lead local, regional, statewide and international chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations. Our membership includes more than 1,600 business/civic organizations worldwide. We provide our members with information resources, thought leadership, education programs, original research, benchmarking, retirement security and access to a network of peers.