The Voice of Business Since 1904 The primary role of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is to make Chicagoland the most business-friendly region in America by enhancing our members’ success through aggressive programs in advocacy, member benefits and services, and actionable information.
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Serving as “The Voice of Business” since 1904, the Chamber leads aggressive public policy and business growth initiatives and we create meaningful events and programs to inform, engage, and connect our members to each other and the community. Visit www.chicagolandchamber.org. Subscribe to our mailing list: https://app.e2ma.net/app2/audience/signup/1762624/1702426/?v=a
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Operating as usual
Chicago is a community of businesses, but more importantly, a community of people. The Chamber was proud to have the support of BDO USA, LLP, PNC, United, Adtalem Global Education and Walgreens at our recent Annual Meeting. If you missed the opportunity to join the business community and learn how Chicago is moving forward, the full recording is available at: https://bit.ly/2UA1uaf
How will leaders in #education best balance federal funding with the needs to promote student health and academic success? Siemens breaks down what Congressional #COVID19 funding means for reopening higher education and how to ensure future events do not destabilize the education system.
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How will leaders in #education best balance federal funding with the needs to promote student health and academic success? Siemens breaks down what Congressional #COVID19 funding means for reopening higher education and how to ensure future events do not destabilize the education system.
Register at→ https://bit.ly/3zcnAzv
#Annual2021 is fast approaching! We're hours away before Chicago's business and civic leaders come together to celebrate the work and progress of the Chamber and business community. Join us at 12pm CT as we continue to #MoveChicagoForward.
Register at→ https://bit.ly/3y31oqZ
In a year with many challenges, the business community continues to persevere and make progress. Join the Chamber at #Annual2021 as we celebrate the resiliency of Chicago’s business community and the contributions commerce and industry make to a great city. Hear from Chicago's distinguished business leaders on June 17 as we #MoveChicagoForward.
Register today→ https://bit.ly/3y31oqZ
Chicago’s renowned pizzeria, Lou Malnati's, is back at The Wrigley Building! The Chamber extends a warm welcome back to a valued member of Chicago and the business community — we look forward to supporting the reopening of your flagship location!
A unique opportunity to experience the magic of Lyric Opera of Chicago at Millennium Garages facilities. The Chamber looks forward to future creative events and performances from Chicago businesses and organizations! ⤵
Rick West, CEO of Millennium Garages, talks about how they've adapted their facilities to host a drive-through opera performance of "Twilight: Gods."
The work being done in and around the Obama Presidential Center is an exciting investment that will help create jobs and bring valuable economic opportunity to Chicago’s South Side neighborhoods.
Thank you to several Chamber members including CIBC U.S., JPMorgan Chase & Co., Fifth Third Bank, Wintrust and First Midwest Bank for supporting The Woodlawn Housing Preservation Ordinance — an effort to help rehabilitate existing affordable housing in the area.
The Ambition Never Rests virtual series launched by Western Governors University focuses on #workforce development and #highereducation to inspire innovation and collaboration amongst individuals and business communities. Hear #business leaders across industries share experiences and innovative approaches preparing the workforce for challenges and how to succeed in a post- #COVID19 environment.
Read more→ https://bit.ly/3uqcaVA
Western Governors University (WGU) launched a series that focused on workforce development and higher education. Each installment of the series featured a panel of business leaders across industries who shared their experiences around preparing the workforce for challenges and innovative
Hear from speakers at the UIC Urban Forum as they discuss how to collectively address barriers and build on successful strategies to increase equity in our communities. Join the conversation about #ClosingtheWealthGap on April 14, reserve your spot today! ⤵
The 2021 Urban Forum on #ClosingtheWealthGap is just one week away! This year, the Urban Forum takes on the complex topic of closing the wealth gap by focusing on equity. Join us virtually to hear from speakers that will help consider how we can collectively begin to address barriers and build off of successful strategies to increase equity in our communities. Reserve your spot at urbanforum.uic.edu/event-information/registration/. #UrbanForum2021 #WealthGap
A thoughtful discussion that took place at #Exchange2021 between Chicago’s top industry leaders from Novir LLC, MPE, HYATT Hotels and the University School of Milwaukee! Re-watch and listen to this conversation and more at: https://bit.ly/3dwIPlE
From HYATT Hotels to schools like University School of Milwaukee to manufacturers like MPE, businesses and organizations across the country are seeing testing as critical to their strategy to reopen and stay open, safely and responsibly during the pandemic.
See how COVID testing is helping these greater Chicagoland employers — and how it can help you.
Watch the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Exchange 2021 recording:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=By-35c0JuYs
Chamber President and CEO, Jack Lavin, is participating in an upcoming panel discussion on the impact of #COVID19 on the small business community. Join the conversation along with other Small Business Leaders from Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, PNC, The Chicago Urban League and the U.S. Small Business Administration on April 7: https://bit.ly/3cA2kKD
Make a real difference and help improve Chicago for everyone. Provide your opinion on local government and elected officials when you take The Chicago Index survey fielded by The Daily Line and Crain's Chicago Business!
Have an opinion on local government and your elected officials? We want to hear from you!
Take this 6 minute survey: https://bit.ly/30obmng
Fielded by The Daily Line & Crain's Chicago Business
The 2021 Chicago Polar Plunge has gone virtual! Experience the spirit and fun of plunging on Chicago’s lakefront by participating from home. Make the #PolarPromise and help support the Special Olympics Chicago/Special Children's Charities community ⤵
Plunge week officially beings tomorrow! Follow our social media starting Monday as we gear up for the Virtual Chicago Polar Plunge. We'll have giveaways, share photos and videos of your virtual plunges, and take a look at our favorite moments from past plunges!
Celebrate the 5,000th member enrollment for Millennium Garages' free Monday parking program with a staycation Instagram giveaway! Millennium Garages is giving away 10 two-night staycations to essential workers and teachers — learn how to make a nomination ⤵
Through May 3, 2021, property owners have an extra two months to pay their First Installment Cook County property tax bills without a late fee. You can pay your bills by visiting cookcountytreasurer.com and entering your street address.
News from the Cook County Treasurer's Office:
⏺Taxpayers can pay the first installment property tax bill, due March 2, 2021, without a late fee through May 3, 2021.
⏺Tax bills should start arriving in the mailboxes of the owners of about 1.8 million homes and businesses.
📣As a reminder, property tax exemptions are applied and listed on the second installment property tax bill that will be mailed in summer 2021.
Treasurer's Website: www.cookcountytreasurer.com/default.aspx
Assessor's Website: https://www.cookcountyassessor.com
We appreciate Senator Tammy Duckworth joining the recent discussion with our Board of Directors to help find ways to move Illinois forward. The Chamber will continue to work with Senator Duckworth and advocate for strong economic policies that create jobs and support Chicagoland’s businesses, families and communities.
The Official U.S. Senate website of Senator Tammy Duckworth of Illinois
Indulge in Chicago’s best baked sweets this Valentine’s Day! Dorothy's Sweet Shoppe is accepting online orders for their Valentine's Day Specials. Place an order today to support the Gateway To Learning community! ⤵
We are now accepting online orders for our Valentine's Day Specials. Visit our website to purchase your favorite sweets!
www.dorothyssweets.com
We are excited to have Stratosphere Networks as a Virtual Exhibitor for #Exchange2021!
Learn how you can get involved→ https://bit.ly/3aejMC8
Stratosphere Networks to Exhibit at Virtual 2021 Tradeshow Hosted by @ChicagolandCmbr: http://ow.ly/oT6650DiB80 #Exchange2021
January 26 is National Plan for Vacation Day powered by U.S. Travel Association — a day designed to inspire Americans to plan that next vacation. Visit Chamber member Best Western River North Hotel ’s page on Jan 26 to enter their GETAWAY GIVEAWAY for a chance to win a 2 night stay in Chicago! ⤵️
SAVE THE DATE ! January 26 is "National Plan for Vacation Day". A day to encourage Americans to plan their time off. Make sure to visit our page on that day to take part in an exciting Getaway Giveaway!!
During a time extraordinarily difficult for DJ companies, we celebrate our new member Toast & Jam for being selected as The Knot’s 2021 Best of Weddings, their continued growth in 2019, and 15 years in business!
ICYMI we were selected as one of The Knot's 2021 Best of Weddings!
In 2021, five percent of hundreds of thousands of local wedding professionals listed on The Knot received this distinguished award. In its fifteenth annual year, The Knot continues its long-standing tradition of supporting local wedding vendors with The Knot Best of Weddings 2021, an annual by-couples, for-couples guide to the top wedding professionals across the country. This comes as the industry prepares for an increase in upcoming celebrations due to postponed events throughout 2020.
To determine the winners, The Knot analyzed its millions of user reviews across various vendor categories—including venues, musicians, florists, photographers, caterers and more—to find the highest rated vendors of the year. These winners represent the best of the best wedding professionals that engaged couples should consider booking for their own unique weddings.
https://toastandjamdjs.com/
#Celebration #LoveWhatYouDo #LocalWeddings #Chicago
We urge Congress to pass #Covid relief! It is vital that support be given to all associations and nonprofits, including 501(c)4 and 501(c)6 organizations, in any future funding relief package. This will make certain that organizations like chambers of commerce are able to assist struggling businesses and industry sectors achieve economic recovery.
From financial services to supply chain and government, learn how companies of all sizes and industries are leveraging #blockchain technology to deliver key business outcomes. Hear from our presenting sponsor HERE Technologies and experts at DLA Piper and Chicago Blockchain Center on Dec 8 as they discuss just how transformative blockchain #technology can be. https://bit.ly/3mxw5yq
How can your #nonprofit create effective and personalized messaging that sticks to your mission and core values?
Hear from marketing experts including Co-Founder & CMO of Smallwave Marketing as they offer best practices and communication techniques during our webinar on Dec 9. https://bit.ly/39wWJ6I
Employee and community health are important for businesses now more than ever. How can your business better factor in social disparities to ensure the most effective, clearly communicated benefits packages? Hear from our presenting sponsor Cancer Treatment Centers of America and an expert at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Illinois as they share insights & best practices. https://bit.ly/3mvGfzw
Learn how companies of all sizes and industries are leveraging #blockchain technology to deliver key business outcomes.
You’ll hear from our presenting sponsor HERE Technologies and experts at CapTech, DLA Piper and Chicago Blockchain Center as they discuss just how transformative blockchain #technology can be. https://bit.ly/3mxw5yq
To celebrate students amidst #COVID19, Broadway In Chicago is inviting high schools across IL to participate in the 10th Annual Illinois High School Musical Theatre Awards. Student Nomination Applications for the 2021 Virtual Program are now available. https://bit.ly/3lNC2H0 #membernews
We are thrilled to announce that Student Nomination Applications for our 2021 Virtual Program are now available. Click on the link below for our updated rules and regulations and application details. #BICihsmta #broadwayinchicago
https://www.broadwayinchicago.com/about/ihsmta/
You can pre-order Thanksgiving dinner for two from Weber Grill Restaurant Chicago! Limited quantities are available. https://bit.ly/3904HVI #Membernews
#DINNERFORTWO
Limited quantities are available for pre-order only at our Chicago, Lombard & Schaumburg locations for pick up between 1-4 pm.
www.webergrillrestaurant.com/menu/thanksgiving-dinnerfortwocarryout-chicagolandonly
#thanksgiving #dinner #gobblegobble #chicago #weber
Good news from our member Aon — the Chicago Apprentice Network is expanding to other cities! They will lead the expansion with a $30 million investment, creating 10,000 Apprenticeships Nationwide by 2030.
We are proud to announce our $30 million investment to expand our apprenticeship program, as we have seen the benefits of supporting these future leaders. We look forward to welcoming more Aon apprentices in cities across the U.S. and working with more employers to develop their own programs. Learn more: https://aon.io/2UjwPKK
If your business needs social distancing products, Tabbies provides BeSafe Messaging — a series of messages encouraging social distancing, new traffic patterns, safety rules and more. https://bit.ly/2HCDRrC #MemberNews
Amazon.com brings hundreds of #newjobs to Pullman with the official opening of the first delivery station in #Chicago. Read More >>> https://bit.ly/3kJKary
Amazon has opened a new delivery station that is expected to employ more than 200 people in the Pullman area on Chicago’s South Side.
Grab a glass of wine, sit back, relax, and spend an evening of much needed escapism with Travelex International in Italy as they go on a virtual adventure with Uniworld Boutique River Cruises. Explore locations such as Milan, Venice, Verona, Valpolicella, Bologna, Ferrara, Burano and more! #membernews
Order your favorite pizza, pour a glass of wine, sit back, relax and spend an evening of much needed escapism with us in Italy as we go on a virtual adventure with @uniworldcruises. 5pmCT Wed., Nov. 4th. We will explore locations such as Milan, Venice, Verona, Valpolicella, Padua, Chioggia, Ca'zen, Polesella, Bologna, Ferrara, Burano and much, much more! This event is sure to spark plenty of inspiration for your future travels. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ibV6TqYhQs2l2sgNpVe7JA
Chicago Mayor's Office
Tomorrow, new measures go into effect to slow the spread of COVID-19 in Chicago. This includes a non-essential business curfew from 10 PM to 6 AM. Essential businesses like grocery stores, pharmacies and gas stations will be able to stay open during this time. Please limit household gatherings to no more than 6 non-household members. More info ➡️ chi.gov/reopening.
Congratulations Chicago for being voted Best Big City in the U.S. for the 4th year in a row by Condé Nast Traveler readers! We’re proud to serve our city’s robust business community! 🏙 🥇
It’s a 4-peat! 🥇🥇🥇🥇 Chicago has been voted Best Big City in the U.S. by Condé Nast Traveler readers – for the 4th year in a row! Share to show your love for Chicago ❤️ #RCA2020
https://bit.ly/2GmTB1j
Our IL Small Business Development Center - SBDC at Chicagoland Chamber is providing select African American-owned small businesses with a Social Media Manager to strengthen their digital presence! For more information, visit:
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The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Illinois Small Business Development Center is providing select African American-owned small businesses with a Social Media Manager, 20hrs per week for one month to help them become more visible, target customers and have a stronger digital presence. Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
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We’re still networking (and giving back)…you’re invited to our second virtual networking event for our Premier Level members & above to connect! Learn more and make your reservation today: https://bit.ly/34ZBGHP #ThePowerOfNetworking #Chicago #Virtual #GiveBack #PremierLunch
Your next business partner is just one event away! Don't miss our annual trade show - our largest networking and learning event of the year! More than 600 attendees and 100 exhibitors! With businesses of all sizes and industries in attendance, The Exchange trade show is a great opportunity to seize great opportunities. Get your tickets now at https://bit.ly/380vP3o before they sell out! #TheExchange2020 The Exchange | April 2, 2020 | 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. | The Geraghty
Your next business partner is just one event away! Don't miss our annual trade show - our largest networking and learning event of the year! More than 600 attendees and 100 exhibitors! With businesses of all sizes and industries in attendance, The Exchange trade show is a great opportunity to seize great opportunities. Get your tickets now at https://bit.ly/380vP3o before they sell out! #TheExchange2020 The Exchange | April 2, 2020 | 4:00 - 7:30 p.m. | The Geraghty
Live at our annual PAC luncheon with keynote remarks from Senate President Don Harmon
Advocacy business champion award to Lori Healey, the first woman to win the award
Live at our annual PAC luncheon
Live at the 2020 small business outlook survey release with BMO Harris Bank and Loyola University Chicago Quinlan School of Business #ChiSmallBizSurvey https://bit.ly/38OfAXd
Our members are the best and we are so glad they could join us at our first ever #HolidayBAB open house jingle and mingle in our office! It’s been a great night! Check out ChicagolandChamber.org for our event calendar and we can’t wait to see you and help your business grow in 2020!
Having a great time at our #HolidayBAB in the Chamber office at the Wrigley building. We 💗 our members!
We are having such a great time at our #HolidayBAB in the Chamber offices at the Wrigley building! Thanks for joining us!
Enjoying our Chamber #HolidayBAB at our office! What a great crowd. We 💗our members! Thank you for making the event festive and bright!
Congratulations to #Burnham19 honoree Larry Richman of CIBC
Chamber CEO Jack Lavin delivers remarks at #Burnham19
Mayor Lightfoot at #Burnham19
Live at our Emerging Leaders Fireside Chat at Hyatt Regency with Patrick Donnelly, GM of largest Hyatt in world sharing advice to our young professionals.
Having a great time with our members as we pack food for @9-11day - almost 300,000 meals packed today for our neighbors in need! Proud to give back and support our community!
It is time for our awards at our golf outing, presented by United Airlines!
Live at our annual golf outing!
Happy National Intern Day! We 💗 our interns! Apply for an internship today at Chicagolandchamber.org
We love Chamber Member Tanta Chicago's amazing food. Excited to have this month’s Premier Luncheon at Tanta on the rooftop and private dining space. It’s beautiful and delicious.
We are live at our Healthcare Council program, sharing valuable information on how to incorporate mental and behavioral health programs into your company wellness plan. Thanks Clark Hill Law for hosting and Cancer Treatment Centers of America for sponsoring and chairing our Healthcare Council
Finishing up a fascinating talk about Artificial Intelligence and it’s impact on business. Thanks to our Tech Council and Edelman for hosting. What’s your favorite application of AI? Our panelists like YouTube knowing our fave videos, voice recognition at call centers and spam filters.
Live at our Tech Council event: how artificial intelligence will impact your business. Thanks to Edelman for hosting today. We love showcasing our members as they help execs determine how technology impacts their business. Hope to see you at our future tech council events!
Live at our Emerging Leaders (business pros age 40 and younger) breakfast fireside chat with Jean McLaren, President of MARC USA Chicago office, a marketing firm. Check out upcoming EL events at Chicagolandchamber.org
Monthly business after business networking event at Labriola
Mayor Lori E. Lightfoot's address to the business community at the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce 115th Annual Meeting of Membership
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce 115th Annual Meeting of Membership remarks from Eileen Mitchell, President of AT&T Illinois
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce 115th Annual Meeting of Membership keynote speaker Becky Frankiewicz, President of ManpowerGroup North America
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Memorable Events in Black History
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Velma Thomas Early Childhood Center
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Permanency Study at the University of Chicago
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