OCBC President and CEO Appointed to U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100

Pictured are President and CEO of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Suzanne Clark with OCBC President and CEO Jeff Ball at a recent meeting.IRVINE, CA (October 2, 2024) — Jeffrey Ball, President and CEO of Orange County Business Council (OCBC), has been appointed to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100 (CCC100). Founded in 1958, the CCC100 is an elite group of chamber executives (CEOs only) that advises the U.S. Chamber’s board of directors, enhances the U.S. Chamber’s pro-business advocacy and coalition work, and strengthens Chamber efforts to fight for American businesses. “The CCC100 has a long-standing reputation as one of the most prestigious appointments in the chamber community,” said Sara Armstrong, Vice President and Managing Director, Federation Relations and Coalition Partnerships at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce. “These appointments reflect our continued dedication to naming diverse, high-profile leaders to serve on this important committee.” “I am honored to join this elite group of Chamber colleagues and work more closely with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce on their initiatives which focus on preservation of the free enterprise system,” said Ball. “Having this opportunity to represent Orange County on a national stage will be a benefit to our continued focus on Economic Development for the 6th most populous county in the nation. I look forward to working with my colleagues from across the country to provide greater opportunities for success while continuing to support our local and ethnic chambers in service to businesses and organizations of all sizes across Orange County.” For nearly 30 years, Orange County Business Council has been representing and promoting the region’s business community together with government and academia to enhance Orange County’s economic development. The Council’s core initiatives include developing pro-business solutions that lead to economic growth, education development that leads to a competitive workforce, advocating for a range of housing, and advocating for adequate investment in regional and statewide infrastructure. Member organizations include businesses and local organizations representing a diverse cross section of industries including biomedical, construction, education, financial services, health care, manufacturing, municipalities, nonprofit, real estate, technology, tourism, transportation and utilities. For more information, visit ocbc.org. Media Contact Lizz Mishreki, APR Vice President of Communications Orange County Business Council [email protected]