U.S. Chamber Awards Albany Area Chamber of Commerce
with 5-Star Accreditation 

The United States Chamber of Commerce today awarded the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce with 5-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and positive impact on the community. 

“Accreditation recognizes chambers for their high standards of practice, full accountability to members, and steadfast commitment to community,” said
Thomas J. Donohue, president and CEO, U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “We applaud these organizations for advancing these principles of free enterprise.” 

Accreditation is the only national program that recognizes chambers for their effective organizational procedures and community involvement. In order to receive Accreditation, a chamber must meet minimum standards in their operations and programs, including areas of governance, government affairs, and technology. This extensive self-review can take 3-6 months to complete.  

“We are extremely pleased and excited to receive this 5-star accreditation designation from the US Chamber. It is evidence of the strong leadership and commitment of our board of directors and the effectiveness of our staff to implement the goals and activities needed to serve our members,” said Tim Martin, President/CEO of the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce. 

Local chambers are rated Accredited, 3-Stars, 4-Stars, or 5-Stars. State chambers are recognized as either Accredited State Chamber or Accredited State Chamber with Distinction. The final determination is made by the Accrediting Board, a committee of U.S. Chamber board members.  

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce is the world’s largest business federation, representing more than three million businesses and organizations of every size, sector, and region. 

The mission of the Albany Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote and stimulate the economic well being of our membership; to enhance the quality of life for our entire community; and to represent our members’ commercial, industrial, and professional interests in major issues of economic and public policy.