Earning the Certified Chamber Executive: A Decade in the Making
Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce President & CEO Jessica Linder Gallo reflects on her decade-long journey to becoming a Certified Chamber Executive (CCE), the highest honor in the chamber industry. With fewer than 600 leaders worldwide having earned this distinction, Jessica shares leadership lessons learned along the way, the personal growth that shaped her, and the evolving role chambers play as conveners for business and community. Her story highlights resilience, clarity, and the importance of embracing
Jessica Linder Gallo, President & CEO
Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce’s Jessica Linder GAllo Earns Elite Certification
The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that President & CEO Jessica Linder Gallo has earned the prestigious Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) designation from the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). This achievement places her among an elite group of just 26 chamber leaders nationwide recognized in 2025—the largest CCE class in program history. The CCE credential represents the highest professional honor in the chamber industry, recognizing excellence in leadership,
Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives