FORT WAYNE, Ind. (ADAMS) – Congratulations to Greater Fort Wayne Inc. The group is being honored on a national level for its operations, community reach, and services.
GFW Inc. announced this week that it was awarded 2025 Chamber of the Year by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE).
“We are deeply humbled and honored to receive this recognition,” said John Urbahns, President and CEO of Greater Fort Wayne Inc. “This award is not just a reflection of our team’s work, but a testament to the strength, innovation, and collaboration of our entire community. We are especially grateful to our members, our Board of Directors, and our partners throughout Allen County whose support, leadership, and belief in this work make achievements like this possible.”
GFW Inc. released the following:
Greater Fort Wayne Inc. has been named the 2025 Chamber of the Year by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), a national honor recognizing excellence in operations, member services, and community impact.
“We are deeply humbled and honored to receive this recognition,” said John Urbahns, President and CEO of Greater Fort Wayne Inc. “This award is not just a reflection of our team’s work, but a testament to the strength, innovation, and collaboration of our entire community. We are especially grateful to our members, our Board of Directors, and our partners throughout Allen County whose support, leadership, and belief in this work make achievements like this possible.”
As the chamber of commerce and economic development organization for Allen County, Greater Fort Wayne Inc. exists to build a nationally recognized economy and champion a thriving community. The Chamber of the Year award acknowledges the organization’s commitment to growing jobs, retaining talent, and supporting businesses of all sizes. GFW is recognized for setting a bold vision with Allen County Together, and building capacity through collaborative partnerships across Allen County, the region, and the state.
“Being named Chamber of the Year is a powerful validation of the work we do every day to serve our members and move our community forward,” said Brenda Gerber Vincent, Chief Impact Officer at Greater Fort Wayne Inc. “We are proud to be recognized among the best in the nation for our member retention, impactful programming, and unwavering commitment to supporting businesses of all sizes. This honor reflects the strength of our team and the trust our members place in us.”
The ACCE Chamber of the Year award is the most prestigious honor in the chamber industry. Greater Fort Wayne Inc. joins an elite group of past recipients and was selected following a rigorous evaluation process that included benchmarking data, program impact, and a final round of interviews with national judges.
“This award reaffirms what we’ve known all along,” said Ellen Cutter, Chief Economic Development Officer. “Allen County is a place where momentum meets mission—and together, we’re building something extraordinary.”
To learn more about Greater Fort Wayne Inc. and its vision for Allen County’s future, click HERE
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