MISSION, TEXAS — The U.S. Chamber of Commerce has awarded the Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce (GMCC) a 3-Star Accreditation for its sound policies, effective procedures, and positive community impact. GMCC is one out of three accredited chambers in the entire Rio Grande Valley, and one out of two in Hidalgo County.

“Chambers of commerce nationwide play a vital role in their communities every day,” said Raymond P. Towle, Vice President, Federation Relations and Coalition Partnerships at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “From connecting business owners with needed resources, to advocating on behalf of their region with lawmakers, these chambers convene thought leaders to strengthen the collective voices of their members. Achieving Accreditation is a mark of excellence for the organization, its staff, and its leadership. This designation recognizes the positive impact these organizations have on their communities and honors their ongoing commitment to serving local businesses.”

The U.S. Chamber's Accreditation Program promotes excellence in the chamber industry and fosters a pro-business environment across America. To receive Accreditation, a chamber must meet standards in governance, government affairs, communications, and technology. This extensive self-review can take 6-9 months to complete.

“Acquiring accreditation for the first time since the Chamber’s inception in 1946 is a milestone for the entire community; our founding fathers would be so proud,” said Brenda Enriquez, President & CEO, GMCC. “Our board and team has been working towards this goal for quite some time, and it’s come to fruition.This is a testament of the best practice value we aim to implement and sustain. We are here to serve our members with relevance in the industry.”

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

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About The Greater Mission Chamber of Commerce

GMCC advocates for tourism and supports local businesses through promotion, education, and networking opportunities.