Welcome to another year at the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce. Every year, I select a word of the year, one to ground me, focus me, and set the tone for the upcoming weeks and months. Amidst our fast-paced and often overwhelming environment, I’ve chosen ‘vulnerability.’ In a world preoccupied with perfect portrayals (hello, Instagram!),Continue reading
Throughout the past few months, the NACC has worked hard to educate and inform our members regarding new employment laws and amendments that became effective on January 1, 2024. Recently, several members from the Chamber’s Business Works Committee created video content to provide brief yet succinct summaries of several new laws or amendments that canContinue reading
Happy 2024! And if we haven’t had the chance to meet yet, hello! My name is Maddie Smith. In my first month as Director of Membership & Marketing, I have been met with so many warm welcomes that make me so excited to start 2024. So – allow me to reciprocate! With endless possibilities forContinue reading
The goal at NACC has always been clear: to move Business Forward. Achieving this is a collaborative effort, deeply reliant on the tireless contributions of our community, our Members, supporters, and volunteers. These individuals dedicate their time, expertise, and resources, playing a crucial role in not only advancing our Business Community but also in theContinue reading
‘Tis the season for giving! Along with holiday décor, shopping, and all the commitments, money is at the top of a lot of people’s minds during this hustle-and-bustle time of year. Did someone say ‘inflation?!’ Luckily, the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce has some holiday tips to share in order to help you get theContinue reading
At NACC, we are Your Resource and Your Advocate for Our Community. We take this mission to heart, aiming to be an integral part of your success story. We are committed to being the voice for your business, ensuring your needs and concerns are addressed at the municipal, state, and federal levels. Recently, Nadine Scodro,Continue reading
When it comes to political advocacy, the common perception often revolves around the two major political parties. However, for the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, our approach is different. We don’t align ourselves with one party over another. Instead, our focus is firmly on determining the best policies to ensure the success of our membersContinue reading
The Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce added the “A” in ‘NACC’ because the Chamber extends into the greater community, not only within Naperville city limits but the surrounding areas as well. Did you know; that about a third of NACC Members have business zip codes outside of Naperville? This is a beautiful statistic, as it demonstrates theContinue reading
Starting on January 1, 2024, a number of big changes will take effect for Illinois employers. These changes include new and expanded employee leave benefits, pre-tax commuter benefits, expansion of the Gender Violence Act ,and new protections for temporary workers (which went into effect on August 4, 2023) to name a few. The impact ofContinue reading
As the President of the Chamber of Commerce, I’ve had the privilege of witnessing countless connections flourish into partnerships, friendships, and successful business ventures. The spark often begins with something as simple as exchanging a business card. Yet, there is an art to transforming these initial introductions into meaningful connections that can significantly impact yourContinue reading
