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The Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (VACCE), administered by the Virginia Chamber of Commerce, is an alliance of chamber executives representing large and small chambers of commerce from localities throughout the state. VACCE strives to develop the professional skills of chamber executives, staff and volunteer leaders. The Association also provides a forum for integrating the work of the local chambers of commerce to contribute to the growth and development not only of local communities but also to our Commonwealth.
Chamber Executive of the Year Award
At the Annual Meeting held recently in Warrenton, the Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives presented Teresa Beale, IOM, Executive Director of the Franklin-Southampton Area Chamber with the “Chamber Executive of the Year" Award for her outstanding service and many accomplishments. Ms. Beale was not able to attend the meeting due to a death in the family and her Immediate Past President, Clyde Parker, accepted the award in her absence.
Lifetime Achievement Award 2010
Bob Hershberger, recently retired Executive Vice President of the Greater Williamsburg Chamber and Tourism Alliance was presented the VACCE Past Presidents’ Lifetime Achievement Award at its Annual Meeting in Warrenton. Nancy Pool, Past President of VACCE, noted that “Bob has served as a Chamber leader for many years and has been a friend and mentor to countless chamber professionals. He has been a courageous role model, generous in sharing both his time and talents, which in turn has enabled our organization and many of us personally to become more successful.”
The Past Presidents’ of VACCE created the award to be given to a person who has made significant contributions to the advancement of the chamber profession. Nancy continued noting, “It was appropriate that the first Lifetime Achievement Award was given to Hugh Keogh. I believe Bob Hershberger’s service to VACCE and Virginia Chamber professionals make him a worthy recipient of this very special award at this year’s Annual Meeting in Warrenton.” Bob is pictured above with his wife Margaret.
VACCE President
Karen Henderson, outgoing President of VACCE, passes the gavel to her successor, Sylvia Haines, Senior Vice President of the Hampton Roads Chamber of Commerce. Sylvia was elected as the new President of the Virginia Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives. She has served on the VACCE Board of Directors for several years in various leadership roles and just completed serving a one-year term as Vice President of Programs.
VACCE PROGRAMS FOR 2010-11
VACCE Leadership Conference – October 22, 2010
Dominion Virginia Power, Richmond
VACCE Institute – March 31 – April 1, 2011
Omni Charlottesville
VACCE Annual Meeting – June 23-24, 2011
Sheraton Norfolk Waterside Hotel
For more information on VACCE please email Maryann Crowder or call 804-237-1458
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VACCE provides the following benefits and services to its members:
> Conferences on leadership and legislative issues
> Scholarships to continuing education institutes
> Regional meetings to exchange information and ideas
> Training opportunities for staff development
> A statewide network of Chamber professionals
> Subscription to ChamberLink, the VACCE newsletter
> Membership in VACCE is open to corporate and nonprofit organizations with an interest in the growth of Virginia's chambers of commerce.
Related Downloads
Document: 2010-11 VACCE Board of Directors
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