Nicole Crain, the new president of the Iowa Association of Business and Industry (ABI), has been appointed to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s Chamber of Commerce Committee of 100 (CCC100), ABI announced Tuesday, March 25.
The CCC100 is a group of chamber executives and business leaders from across the country that advises the U.S. Chamber’s board of directors, enhance lobbying and coalition work, recommend programming, and strengthen outreach to the business and chamber communities.
“It is an honor to represent Iowa on the U.S. Chamber’s Committee of 100,” Ms. Crain said in ABI’s news release. “I look forward to collaborating with other chamber leaders to shape policies and initiatives that strengthen businesses both in our state and across the nation. This opportunity allows me to bring Iowa’s business voice to the national stage and contribute to meaningful discussions that impact our economy.”
Ms. Crain joined ABI in 2011 and was named president in 2025. She succeeded Mike Ralston, who retired in December after two decades at the organization’s helm. Ms. Crain has been a strong advocate for Iowa’s business community, championing economic growth, workforce development, and pro-business policies.
“The CCC100 has a long-standing reputation as one of the most prestigious appointments in the chamber community,” Sara Armstrong, vice president and managing director of Federation Relations and Coalition Partnerships at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, said in the release. “These appointments reflect our continued dedication to naming diverse, high-profile leaders to serve on this important committee.”
For more information about ABI and its initiatives, visit www.iowaabi.org.
