ACCE 40 UNDER 40 AWARD RECIPIENT

 
Alexandria, VA. (December 2, 2025) – Michelle Glenn has been named to the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2025 Forty Under 40 list of emerging leaders shaping the chamber of commerce industry.
 
This annual recognition program showcases 40 of the industry’s top emerging leaders who have demonstrated success in their careers and made significant contributions to the communities they serve. The list includes CEOs and staff professionals from a wide variety of roles and chamber sizes. Honored for their creativity, dedication and commitment to identifying innovative solutions that will help shape the future of the chamber profession.
 
“These outstanding leaders embody the talent, energy and dedication to drive meaningful change,” said ACCE President & CEO Sheree Anne Kelly. “Their passion for strengthening their communities and promoting innovation in the chamber profession is shaping a promising future for those they serve.”
 
ACCE has over 1,600 chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations as members, representing more than 9,000 professionals in the industry.
 
Eligible chamber professionals must be nominated by their chamber’s president/CEO, direct supervisor or board chair. Candidates must demonstrate meaningful involvement in the advancement of their community and proven professional success within their chamber.
 
Michelle’s enthusiasm and consultative approach to helping members succeed has resulted in increased engagement and strengthened partnerships,” said Sheila Thomas, President/CEO of the Table Rock Lake Chamber of Commerce. “She has worked with other team members to develop unique automated approaches to retention, member engagement and collections. Her efforts have increased our membership numbers by 44% and our non-dues revenue by 127% by increasing sponsorship dollars and other advertising opportunities for members,” Thomas added.
 
The full 2025 40 Under 40 list was announced publicly in the Fall 2025 edition of Chamber Executive, ACCE’s digital magazine. View all the honorees online at https://magazine.acce.org/.
 
 
About the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE)
ACCE is the professional society supporting the people 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. Learn more about us by visiting www.ACCE.org.