The 2025 State Chamber of the Year is the Ohio Chamber of Commerce!

 

Each year NASC honors a state chamber with the State Chamber of the Year (SCOTY) Award. This award highlight bests practices among state chambers and recognizes NASC member chambers and their leaders who have distinguished themselves by providing exceptional services and outstanding results for their members.

Applications for State Chamber of the Year 2026 will open in May 2026. Please take a moment to review the application process and the FAQ prior to submitting your nomination.

In addition to applications being considered for SCOTY recognition, the judges will be looking for best practices in each of the categories outlined in the application. Applicants are encouraged to select the category or categories they believe they deserve special recognition in this year. We encourage everyone to apply this year!

 

Congratulations to the Ohio Chamber of Commerce for being named the 2025 State Chamber of the Year! 

 

2025 Excellence Awards

Excellence in Organizational Development 
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Mississippi Economic Council
Excellence in Public Policy 
Oregon Business & Industry
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Excellence in Political Engagement 
Colorado Chamber of Commerce
Excellence in Membership Development
Michigan Chamber of Commerce
Excellence in Member Services
Minnesota Chamber of Commerce

Past State Chamber of the Year Winners
  • 2024 - The Business Council of New York State
  • 2023 - Indiana Chamber of Commerce
  • 2022 - Mississippi Economic Council
  • 2021 - Minnesota Chamber of Commerce
  • 2020 - Wisconsin Manufacturers and Commerce
  • 2019 - Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry
  • 2018 - Georgia Chamber of Commerce
  • 2017 - Kentucky Chamber of Commerce
  • 2016 - North Carolina Chamber