The Schuylkill Chamber of Commerce has become the fourth chamber in Pennsylvania to earn the Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals’ Accredited Chamber designation, recognizing its organizational management, operations and leadership.
The Chamber was formally recognized during the awards ceremony at the 2026 PACP Chamber Professionals & Leadership Conference, held October 26–28 at the Penn Harris Hotel in Camp Hill.
What PACP Accreditation Recognizes
According to PACP, the designation is one of the association’s highest honors. The accreditation program is modeled after the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s program and provides a framework for evaluating a chamber’s effectiveness and overall operations.
To qualify, chambers must undergo a comprehensive organizational assessment and demonstrate that they meet established standards of excellence. An examining committee reviews applications, with accreditation awarded to chambers that successfully satisfy the program’s criteria.
Four Pennsylvania Chambers Hold the Designation
The Schuylkill Chamber joins three other chambers in holding PACP accreditation:
- Greene County Chamber of Commerce
- Indiana County Chamber of Commerce
- Columbia Montour Chamber of Commerce
In announcing the accreditation, PACP recognized Schuylkill Chamber President and CEO Robert S. Carl Jr. and the Chamber’s staff for their commitment to organizational excellence, professional leadership and service to the business community.
The Pennsylvania Association of Chamber Professionals supports chamber executives and staff across the state through education, networking, professional development and leadership resources.