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Investing in Yourself: Embracing the Back-to-School Season for Leaders 

It’s that time of year again – back-to-school season. Have you ever considered revisiting the school environment to learn and enhance your skills as a leader? Just as students grasp new knowledge in school, leaders can also gain new skills. NACC’s annual Leadership Institute series presents itself as an incredible opportunity for self-investment, providing youContinue reading

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Giving and Getting Discounts

“Whoever said that money can’t buy happiness simply didn’t know where to go shopping,” said Bo Derek. She has a point – shopping the Chamber can be incredibly rewarding and economical, too. As a Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce Member, one of the perks of Membership is giving and getting discounts – savings on itemsContinue reading

The ‘Just Ask’ Challenge

We all come across moments when we need advice, assistance, or simply someone to talk to in our businesses and personal lives. However, many of us feel afraid to reach out – to ask for a meeting or seek help. Let’s break free from this fear and understand the importance of “just asking.” By beingContinue reading

Giant Scissors + NACC Ribbon = One Welcoming Celebration!

Have you ever wondered how you could announce to the community – in a fun-filled yet official way – that you are open and ready for business? We, at the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, can assist you – by setting up a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! Ribbon Cuttings offer the chance to meet local leaders,Continue reading

Diving into Data 

“If you can’t measure it, you can’t manage it.” This quote, shared by a few trusted mentors, emphasizes the importance of tracking meaningful data. In our fast-paced business environment, understanding what data matters, how to collect and track it, and how it can truly make a difference is crucial.  Simply put, data is information. ItContinue reading

General Assembly Fails to Act on BIPA Reforms 

Last month, as the legislature was wrapping up the Spring Session, we were hopeful we would see the General Assembly tackle much-needed BIPA reforms.  For those of you looking for a refresher, BIPA stands for the Biometric Information Privacy Act.  One of the toughest in the nation, this act, designed to protect the individual, hasContinue reading

Celebrating the Success of Young Professionals 

Every year, we make an open call for nominations from our membership for young professionals deserving of our distinguished Four Under 40 Achievement Award. This invitation allows businesses, organizations, colleagues, or friends to put forward individuals they believe exemplify excellence in their respective fields and demonstrate exceptional commitment to the Naperville business community. The response this yearContinue reading

Taking the Lead

Is there such a thing as ‘too much’ of a good thing? When it comes to leads and referrals, the answer is an irrefutable ‘no’! For some Members, lead-sharing and referrals are the top reasons to join the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce.  Sharing leads not only promotes connectivity and goodwill amongst Chamber Members butContinue reading

BIPA Reforms: No Action in Spring Session, Hopeful for Veto Session 

One hot item the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce has been following at the state level is proposed BIPA reforms.  BIPA stands for the Biometric Information Privacy Act and you should understand how detrimental this well-intentioned law has become for business. The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce has spent time this legislative session reaching outContinue reading

Bringing Safety & Prevention to Your Business

As a business owner, the safety and well-being of your employees and customers should always be a top priority. Unfortunately, emergencies can happen at any time, and it is crucial to be prepared. The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce (NACC) wants to be Your Resource to help ensure everyone in your business feels comfortable and confidentContinue reading