Matthew Ferraro named 40 Under 40 by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives
Mathew Ferraro has been named to the Association of Chamber
of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2025 Forty Under 40 list of emerging leaders shaping the chamber of
commerce industry.
This annual recognition program showcases 40 of the industry’s top emerging leaders who have
demonstrated success in their careers and made significant contributions to the communities they
serve. The list includes CEOs and staff professionals from a wide variety of roles and chamber sizes.
Honored for their creativity, dedication and commitment to identifying innovative solutions that will
help shape the future of the chamber profession.
“These outstanding leaders embody the talent, energy and dedication to drive meaningful change,” said
ACCE President & CEO Sheree Anne Kelly. “Their passion for strengthening their communities and
promoting innovation in the chamber profession is shaping a promising future for those they serve.”
ACCE has over 1,600 chambers of commerce and related business and economic development
organizations as members, representing more than 9,000 professionals in the industry.
Eligible chamber professionals must be nominated by their chamber’s president/CEO, direct supervisor
or board chair. Candidates must demonstrate meaningful involvement in the advancement of their
community and proven professional success within their chamber.
Matthew Ferraro, President/CEO of the Katy Area Chamber since 2019, brings over 13 years of nonprofit
management experience and holds top industry credentials—including the Certified Chamber Executive
designation—along with extensive leadership roles at state and regional chamber organizations. He
leads the Chamber’s strategic planning, fosters strong community and member relationships, ensures
fiscal responsibility, and supports staff development while actively engaging in the Katy community with
his family.
The full 2025 40 Under 40 list was announced publicly in the Fall 2025 edition of Chamber Executive,
ACCE’s digital magazine. View all the honorees online at https://magazine.acce.org/.
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About the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE)
ACCE is the professional society supporting the people who lead local, regional, statewide and
international chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations.
Our membership includes more than 1,600 business/civic organizations worldwide. We provide our
members with information resources, thought leadership, education programs, original research,
benchmarking, retirement security, and access to a network of peers. Learn more about us by visiting
www.ACCE.org.