ACA Century LisT
(Coming Summer 2026)
The ACA Century List honors the most influential citizens and leaders in the metro area by profession and title. In order to maintain the credibility of the program, there is no cost to participate. Here’s how it works:
1
Nominate
You are nominated for the ACA Century List.
2
Interview
An ACA member conducts a short in-person interview with you and submits an ACA Century List Application on your behalf.
3
Vote
Interviews are posted to the ACA Century List YouTube channel. The public is encouraged to Like videos based on the following criteria:
- Number of years in profession or experience.
- Demonstrated specialty or expertise within profession.
- Active in community or professional organizations.
- Clear alignment with ACA values (service, integrity, excellence).
4
Select
At the end of the year, selections are made based on the number of Likes (votes) received during the year.
5
Recognize
Those selected will be recognized and honored in the following ways:
- Century List Site: Showcased on the Century List website.
- Social Media Recognition: Highlighted across multiple social media platforms.
- Digital Century List Badge: An official badge for website, email, and marketing.
- Century List Certificate: An official Century List certificate suitable for framing.
- Celebration: Invitation to a reception celebrating Century List honorees.
About the ACA
The ACA Century List is produced and managed by the American Club Association (ACA). The ACA was originally established as an association of golf, tennis, city, and country clubs across the United States and around the world. The ACA headquarters were located at the historic Kansas City Club which was founded in 1882. Members have included President Dwight D. Eisenhower, President Harry Truman, and General Omar Bradley. Today, the ACA manages the ACA Business Clubs, which serve as a private club for executives, professionals, entrepreneurs, and business owners to build valuable, long-lasting relationships and their business.
* Century List nominations and selections are subject to ACA guidelines. Each Century List category is limited to 100 individuals, and categories with fewer than 10 nominees may be combined. The ACA reserves the right to revoke nominations or recognition at any time based on ethics, conduct, or other organizational standards. Copyright 2026. American Club Association. All rights reserved.