Chellie Cameron, the President and Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia, has been elected Chair of the Metro Cities Council, according to Chamber News Articles. This prestigious appointment places Greater Philadelphia at the center of national conversations about economic growth and mobility.
The Metro Cities Council is a national network of chamber CEOs from America's largest metropolitan areas. As Chair, Cameron will guide the Council's agenda, which includes biannual in-person meetings and ongoing peer exchanges among member CEOs. Her role is pivotal in addressing the complex challenges faced by large metro economies, where economic problems are most pronounced and solutions are first tested.
"Big metros are where some of the hardest economic problems live, and where the answers get tested first," Cameron stated. Her leadership aims to bring the lessons learned from Philadelphia's eleven-county region to the national stage, fostering collaboration and sharing best practices among metropolitan chambers.
Sheree Anne Kelly, President & CEO of the Associate of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE), expressed confidence in Cameron's ability to lead the Council. "America’s largest metros face complex challenges, and chambers provide the trusted leadership to turn shared priorities into measurable progress," Kelly noted. Cameron's demonstrated understanding of regional complexity and commitment to collaborative solutions make her an ideal leader for this role.
Cameron has been at the helm of the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia since 2022, focusing on economic mobility and regional competitiveness. Her previous experience as CEO of the Philadelphia International Airport and Northeast Philadelphia Airport further solidifies her track record in national leadership roles across aviation, economic development, and chamber advocacy.
Under Cameron's leadership, the Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia has aimed to position the city as a top global business destination and a leader in inclusive growth. The Chamber serves the 11-county, tri-state Greater Philadelphia region, convening business, government, and civic leaders to drive economic growth and prosperity.