William Lo brings small business expertise as new Executive Director to Carbondale Chamber of Commerce |
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| William Lo is bringing business experience and a love for his hometown to his new position as executive director of Carbondale Chamber of Commerce. Lo began helping out and interacting with the public in his parents’ restaurant, New Kahala, at nine years old.
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“I spent many years supporting and helping my parents with their business. I spent the past couple of years promoting restaurants on social media. It is nice to have the opportunity to promote more businesses,” Lo said. Lo would like to see businesses in the city flourish. He said the business situation is dire, due in part to the pandemic. Businesses are facing a shortage of workers, while supply issues are causing a shortage of materials and increasing costs. “I grew up in this town. It is home for me,” he said.
Lo added that during the past couple years, businesses have had to adapt and change to survive. Restaurants, for example, had to adopted technology and find new ways to serve their customers, whether by taking card payments or offering curbside pickup. Read more: Southern Illinoisan
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| Congratulations to Jessica Linder Gallo, IOM! Jessica received her IOM Saturday, January 8 at Winter Institute. |
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Arlington Heights Membership Chamber of Commerce 2020-2021 Insider's Guide To Arlington Heights Guide
The Arlington Heights Membership Chamber of Commerce 2020-2021 Insider's Guide To Arlington Heights Guide is available at the Arlington Heights Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to Jon Ridler, Mindy Philips and the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!!
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Town Square Publications can help you accomplish your chamber's gloss map, directory, community profile or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman or call (847)-427-4633. |
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Mike Murphy chosen as next CEO of the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce |
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| The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce (GSCC) has hired Illinois State Representative Mike Murphy to serve as its next president and CEO. He will take the helm on Dec. 1. Outgoing president and CEO Chris Hembrough will leave at the end of November to assume a new strategic and business development role with Peerless Cleaning & Restoration Services. |
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Murphy was elected as a state representative for the 99th District in 2018 and won re-election in 2020. Recent changes to the district maps would have forced him to run against longtime ally Avery Bourne, and Murphy said that he would not seek re-election in 2022 if the new legislative maps were upheld by the courts.
Murphy stated, “The opportunity to lead The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce is extremely exciting and humbling for me. I understand the importance of a vibrant economy and appreciate the hard work that our local businesses do to make Springfield a special place to live. I want to thank Chris Hembrough for the great work he has done and look forward to building on the foundation we have to take Springfield and Sangamon County to even greater heights.” Murphy was also previously a small business owner, running Charlie Parker’s Diner from 2009-2017, and has served in multiple executive and management roles in private industry throughout his career. Board chair Mark Donovan said, “Mike’s unyielding advocacy for the business community at the state level, his reputation in our community and his vision for taking the Chamber to the next level made him the ideal candidate for the position.” According to Donovan, the search committee considered 36 candidates from the central Illinois region but were unanimous in their selection of Murphy. Hembrough said he also shared Donovan and the board’s enthusiasm for Murphy leading the Chamber. “I don’t know of a better person to the lead the Chamber into the future. As a former business owner and executive, Mike certainly understands the challenges and needs of our business community. I have no doubt, he will serve our members and community very well.” Read more: Springfield Business Journal |
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Thank you NEW Chamber Partner:
Debbie Arell-Martinez, OFallon-Shiloh Chamber |
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IACCE Institute for Organization Management NEWS: Scholarship Opportunities Summer '22
Scholarship applications through Institute for the 2022 summer sites are now open! All applications are due by 5:00 p.m. EST on Monday, February 14, 2022. All applicants will be notified prior to registration launching. Access to applications and more information can be found here. IACCE will also award one partial scholarship to any of the summer Institute sites. IACCE's scholarship application period will open March 1st and conclude March 15th. Applicants will be notified no later than the end of March.
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Batavia Chamber Women in Business: "Get Reels!" Join us for this great networking lunch! The Batavia Women in Business to help us "Get Reels"! Help us support our featured non-profit, CASA Kane County. Register HERE for this great event! |
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St. Charles Area Chamber selects Janet Roman as President/CEO |
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| Longtime St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce member Janet Roman has been named the Chamber’s new President and CEO following the resignation of Jim Di Ciaula last month. Roman, a past Chamber treasurer and board member, will start in the position Nov. 1. |
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Longtime St. Charles Area Chamber of Commerce member Janet Roman has been named the Chamber’s new President and CEO following the resignation of Jim Di Ciaula last month. Roman, a past Chamber treasurer and board member, will start in the position Nov. 1. Di Ciaula left his post last month to pursue new challenges. He had been the Chamber’s President and CEO since January 2018. “She brings a lot of enthusiasm to the job,” said St. Charles Area Chamber Board Chairman Ryan Anderson. “Her involvement as a member, a past treasurer and a past board member definitely gives her a unique perspective on the Chamber. I think it’s going to allow her to relate very well with our members. She’s going to know where they’re coming from because she’s been a member herself. She knows what it’s like on both sides of the fence.” Roman is the assistant vice president and bank manager at Inland Bank and Trust in Geneva. More than 50 people applied for the post. Anderson said he was surprised at the number of people from outside the area who applied for the position.
“We actually received a fair amount of resumes from outside of the Fox Valley and even out of state,” he said. “The reach on this was much larger than I expected.” Anderson said the search for a new Chamber President and CEO took a little longer than he had expected. “But at the same time, it was more important to hire the best candidate than to hire quickly,” Anderson said. Read more: Kane County Chronicle
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The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce 100th Anniversary Membership Directory |
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The Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce 100th Anniversary Membership Directory - A Century of Success nd A Century of Growth is available at the Jefferson County Chamber of Commerce today! Thank you to the Chamber team for their help and direction putting this together!! |
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Town Square Publications can help you accomplish your chamber's gloss map, directory, community profile or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman (847)-427-4633. |
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Geneva Chamber: Mobile Marketing - January-February Opportunities
Happy Friday!!! Don't miss this opportunity to be a part of the Geneva Chamber's Mobile Marketing Program!! This program reaches over 2,500 + people through IMAGE text messaging!!! This is a great way to promote Restaurant week, Fitness/ Health, HVAC and much more!!!! Attached is the delivery dates, deadlines and information ! Please contact me with any questions you may have!
Thank you, Kelli Rogers 630-232-6060
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#BestChamber practices: Via the Carol Stream Chamber: Use a little humor!
" Humor can get in under the door while seriousness is still fumbling at the handle" - CK Chesterton
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Byron Chamber of Commerce: Coping With Difficult People
Thursday, March 24, 2022 from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM Sign up for, "Coping with Difficult People," instructed by Mike Mastroianni, the President of MDM Consulting, a firm specializing in training, coaching, leadership development, planning and human resources support. Cost is only $25 per person. If you would like to be invoiced please email (office@byronchamber.com) or call the chamber office (815-234-5500). MIKE MASTROIANNI President, MDM Consulting Mike Mastroianni is the President of MDM Consulting, a firm specializing in training, coaching, leadership development, planning and human resources support. Previously having served as President of Rock Valley College, Mike has a broad background in educating others and draws on that experience to provide individualized executive and management coaching to regional businesses. Mike also served as the Director of the Small Business Development Center at the Rockford Chamber of Commerce, helping small businesses with planning, advising and HR support.
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Lake Zurich Chamber of Commerce 2021 Local Business Experience Guide
The Lake Zurich Area Chamber of Commerce 2021 Local Business Experience Guide magazine is available at the Lake Zurich Area Chamber today! Thanks to Claire Slattery and the LZACC chamber team for their help and direction putting this together! |
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Town Square Publications can help you accomplish your chamber's gloss map, directory, community guide or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman or call (847)-427-4633. |
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Garrett Karp is the new Executive Director of the Evanston Chamber
The new Executive Director of the Evanston Chamber of Commerce is interviewed by Chamber President Nasuta Mabwa.
Garrett Karp, the new Executive Director of the Evanston Chamber of Commerce, is interviewed by Chamber president Nasuta Mabwa. Garrett describes his background and goals. Garrett comes to Evanston after serving as program manager for the Wicker Park – Bucktown Chamber’s special service area. The YouTube interview is part of People You Should Know, a project of the RoundTable, the Chamber and Byline Bank. |
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Marion Chamber: EThOs Mastermind Group
EThOs Mastermind Group gathers weekly with other developing leaders to grow, inspire, and sharpen one another's strengths. EThOs Mastermind Groups offer a combination of collaborative learning, inspiration, brainstorming, and support in a group setting to sharpen your leadership, business, and personal skills. Perfect for professionals, entrepreneurs, and community leaders wanting to develop their personal mindset and leadership. If you are ready to surround yourself with people who are going to lift you higher, join this 8-week group meeting on Wednesdays at noon beginning February 2 at EThOs Small Business Incubator & Coworking Spaces, 504 Tower Square Plaza, in Marion, Illinois. Each group is limited to the first twelve (12) enrolled participants. The meetings dates are: Wednesday, February 2, Noon to 1 pm Wednesday, February 9, Noon to 1 pm Wednesday, February 16, Noon to 1 pm Wednesday, February 23, Noon to 1 pm Wednesday, March 2, Noon to 1 pm Wednesday, March 16, Noon to 1 pm Wednesday, March 23, Noon to 1 pm Wednesday, March 30, Noon to 1 pm |
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Rolling Meadows Chamber Delight: Global Manufacturer of Machinery Tools Chooses Illinois for New U.S. Headquarters
Danobat, a global manufacturer of machine tools and production systems for the auto, aerospace, rail, and energy sectors, announced plans to open its new U.S. headquarters in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, earlier this week. President of Danobat Manex Ochoteco said, "As Danobat continues to expand our U.S. presence and to meet current global demand, we can think of no better location than Illinois – a true hub for advanced manufacturing – to build our team and customer base."
Construction is underway on the 12,700 square foot facility with an anticipated completion in the first quarter of 2022. The new headquarters will house core administrative functions of the company’s U.S. presence including sales, marketing, engineering, part & service divisions, and eventually will become a center to represent the technologies and capabilities of the brand. Danobat has production plants and service centers in over 40 countries.
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Barrington Area Chamber 2021 Regional Magazine and Resource Directory
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce Regional Magazine and Resource Directory is available at the Barrington Area Chamber today! Thanks to Suzanne Corr and the chamber team for their help and direction putting this together! |
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Town Square Publications can help you accomplish your chamber's gloss map, directory, community profile or publication needs at no expense to the chamber. Please email John Dussman or call (847)-427-4633. |
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Christmas Round-up: Waterloo Chamber: Sparkle and Shine its Christmas Time
There is almost nothing better than seeing thousands of twinkling lights on a cold December evening. Join us this holiday season by beautifying your home during our "Sparkle and Shine its Christmas Time" holiday light competition!
The Waterloo Chamber of Commerce hope to encourage you to deck your homes with lights, lawn ornament, wreaths and more to help bring holiday cheer to families in Waterloo. You even have a chance of winning one of three prizes!
Prize categories include:
* Best in Show
* Clark Griswold
* People’s Choice Award.
The third category will be chosen by the public through chamber Facebook.
*Photo of finished display must be taken at night and submitted by December 11th
*Submit your address with the photo and we will be placed it on a map for others to view and visit over the course of the month from their car. (Only addresses will be included on the map, no names!)
Registration (FREE) will be due by December 11th by calling the chamber at 618-939-5300 or emailing it to chamber@htc.net.
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The Right Place to open applications for $25K training grantsThe Right Place will host a webinar next month to help companies apply for $25,000 in funding from the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to offset career training costs.
Grand Rapids-based economic development agency
The Right Place said Tuesday, Jan. 18, it will host The Talent Pathways Program Webinar at 8 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 2, which is an informational webinar for advanced manufacturing and technology companies in West Michigan that might want to apply for training grants.
“As many as 20 advanced manufacturing and technology companies throughout West Michigan will have the opportunity to secure up to $25,000 in funding that will help lower-wage employees earn career-building industry certifications and training,” The Right Place said.
The $540,000 Regional Talent Innovation Grant recently was awarded to The Right Place by the MEDC. The funding will help companies create career pathways in partnership with local training providers and community partners that result in sought-after industry credentials and certifications; access and develop a diverse talent pool; and build a culture of success for low-income employees, according to The Right Place.
The Right Place will accept grant applications from Feb. 2-16.
Webinar registration for those looking to apply for the grant program is available
here.
Up to 50 new jobs coming to West Michigan with Padnos recycling company’s $6.6M expansion
Holland-based recycling company Padnos is expanding its operations in a Grand Rapids suburb, bringing up to 50 new jobs to West Michigan.
The company’s Wyoming facility, at 500 44th St., was chosen over a competing site in Indiana for a $6.6 million project that will increase its capabilities into recycling ocean-bound plastics and invest in electrical and infrastructure upgrades, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer announced Tuesday, Jan. 18. Read more:
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