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🏆 Steve D'Avria Honored as 2023 CCEC

The Carolinas Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (CACCE) recognized the 2023 recipients of the Certified Chamber Executive of the Carolinas (CCEC) designation at their Annual Management Conference awards ceremony held this evening at the Hilton Garden Inn in Summerville, SC.


GBA’s Senior Vice President Steve D’Avria was recently honored as one of the 2023 Certified Chamber Executive of the Carolinas.

The CCEC designation, earned through experience, service to CACCE, ongoing education, and personal achievement, represents a high level of excellence. This recognition enhances career growth, offers personal acknowledgment, and measures significant progress in the chamber industry.


The 2023 Certified Chamber Executives of the Carolinas are as follows:

  • Kevin Capell, Greenville Chamber of Commerce

  • Steve D’Avria, Gaston Business Association

  • Colleen Dick, York County Regional Chamber of Commerce

By the numbers: With the addition of these three distinguished professionals, the Carolinas now boast a total of 24 active Certified Chamber Executives, each contributing to the growth and prosperity of their respective communities.

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