West Alabama Chamber Among Finalists For Top National Honor

TUSCALOOSA, AL — The Chamber of Commerce of West Alabama announced on Wednesday that it has been named a finalist for the 2021 Chamber of the Year award, which is the highest honor bestowed by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE).

Chamber of the Year winners will be announced on Tuesday, July 20 at the association's virtual Chamber Innovation Summit. Finalists must first quality and meet minimum thresholds in at least three of five key performance areas, including net revenue and assets, membership account retention, and membership dollar retention.

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Applications are then scored by peer chamber executives to determine finalists

Chamber President and CEO Jim Page said it was a tremendous accomplishment just to be named a finalist for the prestigious distinction.

“This incredible recognition is the result of a loyal and supportive membership, a visionary board of directors, and the tireless work ethic of a dedicated professional staff," he said. "I’m so proud to see the innovative work being done in this great community being highlighted to an international audience.”

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