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    Name: MACCE Annual Meeting
    Date: April 10, 2026
    Time: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM EDT
    Registration: Register Now
    Event Description:
    MACCE Annual Meeting – Don’t Miss Out!
     



    Check out the line-up of great presentations:

    Keynote:  We Were Meant to More Thank Just Survive, We Were Made to Thrive 
    Kirsten Smith, Made To Thrive
     
     









    Role of Chambers of Commerce in Verifying and Endorsing Certificates of Origin
    Julia Dvorko, Mass Export Center
     
    This presentation will discuss the purpose, requirements, and best practices related to Certificates of Origin (COs) in global trade, with a focus on the role of Chambers of Commerce. Participants will learn what COs are, why they are required, and how they are used in global trade. This session will explain why chambers play a critical certification role under international conventions and outline common authentication requirements for country-of-origin documents. It will cover advantages and risks for chambers, including member value, revenue generation, administrative burden and liability concerns. Participants will also be introduced to the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) and its global accreditation and verification initiatives, along with ICC best-practice guidelines for chambers.





    Likes to Leads:  Turning Social Media Into Chamber Growth
    Nicole Murphy, Attollo Creative
    Nicole Murphy of Attollo Creative will show chamber leaders how to leverage social media to raise visibility, strengthen member engagement, and turn online interactions into real business opportunities. Walk away with practical strategies to make your chamber the go-to resource for local businesses.
     
     



    Crisis Communications
    Jason Kauppi, Kauppi Communications
    With real-world experience guiding organizations through high-stakes situations, Jason will share practical strategies for communicating clearly, confidently, and credibly when it matters most. This session is a must-attend for anyone responsible for protecting their organization’s reputation and public trust.
     
     



     
    Special thanks to Our Sponsors:
       
    MACCE Partner:  GrowthZone        
     
    Leadership Champion: Eastern Bank
     
    Business Advocate:  Retailers Associaton of Massachusetts
     
    Community Connectors: MassEcon, Yodel

     


     
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    Event Sponsors:

    Premier Sponsor

    Leadership Champion

    Business Advocate

    Community Connector

    Location:

    Devens Common Center
    31 Andrews Parkway, Devens


    Reserve Your Room
    SpringHill Suites by Marriott
    27 Andrews Parkway, Devens
    {CLICK HERE TO BOOK YOUR GROUP RATE}
    $169 group rate (last day to book at discount 3/16/26)

    Date/Time Information:
    The Annual Meeting is on Friday April 10th - If you are arriving Thursday please let us know so we can keep you posted with a group meetup after dinner. 
    The Friday conference program at the Devens Common Center will run 8:30am – 2:30pm (including breakfast 7:30am)
    Contact Information:
    Tom O'Rourke
    Fees/Admission:
    MACCE Members
         Early bird rate (through 3/20/26) $119
         After $149
    General Admission $175
     
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