U.S. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE AWARDS DAYTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WITH HIGHEST 5-STAR ACCREDITATION

DAYTON, Ohio – March 25, 2026 – The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce the prestigious 5-Star Accreditation designation in recognition of its sound policies, effective organizational procedures, and significant positive impact on the communities it serves. Accreditation is a distinction awarded to only 3% of chambers nationally.

The U.S. Chamber’s Accreditation Program establishes the benchmark for excellence in the chamber industry, promoting a pro-business environment nationwide. To earn Accreditation, chambers must meet rigorous standards in areas such as governance, finance, government affairs, communications, and technology. The comprehensive self-assessment process, which typically spans 6-9 months, reflects a chamber’s dedication to continuous improvement and measurable progress.

“The 5-Star designation is the highest possible achievement for a local or regional chamber to earn as part of the Accreditation program. It underscores our commitment to excellence and our role as an advocate and resource for the business community, fostering growth, innovation, and opportunity for our members and the Dayton region,” said Chris Kershner, President & CEO of the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce.

“Accreditation reflects the chamber’s dedication to operating at the highest standards of performance, accountability, and impact. The accreditation process challenges us to continually improve how we serve our members and represent the interests of the business community. This recognition reinforces that we are well positioned to continue delivering meaningful results as we work toward our vision of being the most trusted voice of business in the Dayton region,” said Diane Pleiman, Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce Accreditation Chair and President & CEO of Premier Physicians Network.

“Earning the Accreditation designation is a testament to a chamber’s unwavering dedication to excellence and its pivotal role in fostering a thriving business environment,” said Raymond P. Towle, Vice President, Federation Relations and Coalition Partnerships at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “This achievement highlights a chamber’s commitment to strong leadership, innovative programming, and meaningful contributions that drive economic growth and opportunity within their communities. It is a well-deserved recognition of their outstanding efforts to support and empower local businesses.”

About Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce

The Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce brings together more than 2,200 businesses and organizations in a 14-county area surrounding Dayton, Ohio. The chamber strives to improve the region’s business climate and overall standard of living through public policy advocacy, economic development initiatives and providing networking and training opportunities for its members. Nationally awarded with “5-Star Accreditation” from the United States Chamber of Commerce.

Information about the Dayton Area Chamber of Commerce is available at daytonchamber.org or 937-226-1444.