At our Spring General Membership Luncheon, we tackled a topic every business owner needs to think about: AI in the workplace. The panel shared valuable insights across industries—from HR to legal, tech, and leadership. Here are the top things I want to make sure YOU know: 1. You Need Policies AI is already being usedContinue reading
Naperville is a thriving community because people show up and get involved—and voting is one of the most impactful ways to make a difference. On April 1, 2025, Naperville voters will head to the polls for the Illinois Consolidated Election, deciding key leadership roles that will shape our city’s future. This year, Election Day fallsContinue reading
This month we highlight a few issues from different levels of Government with potential impact on your business Federal – Corporate Transparency Act In the political world we sometimes talk of “zombie issues”. These are the issues that seem to be resolved, but keep “coming back from the dead”. One such issue is the statusContinue reading
As a Member of the NACC, you have exclusive access to our Member Info Hub—an online platform packed with resources designed to support your business. If you haven’t explored it yet, now is the perfect time to start! This guide will walk you through all the powerful tools and benefits available to you through theContinue reading
Each year, I choose a word to set my intention—a guiding anchor as we navigate the year ahead. For 2025, that word is HAPPEN. HAPPEN is at the heart of everything we do at NACC. It’s not just a word; it’s our foundation for the year ahead. It represents what we commit to—ourselves, each otherContinue reading
While it may seem that election season just ended, NACC Government Affairs staff has been busy gearing up for the next voting opportunity. Local elections will be held on April 1st, but early voting begins this month on February 20th. Candidates for Naperville City Council have received our election questionnaire, and we will be sharingContinue reading
At the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, we provide our Members with a wide range of benefits designed to help your business grow. I always recommend that our Members use this list as a checklist to craft a roadmap for the year ahead. While these benefits are designed to help you expand your reach withinContinue reading
We’re thrilled to introduce our New Member Cohort Program, launching this Friday at our monthly First Friday event! This initiative is designed to strengthen our community, support professional growth, and foster meaningful connections. First Friday: A Tradition of Connection Our First Friday events have long been a cornerstone of NACC’s community engagement. Held on theContinue reading
At the start of 2025, I’ve had the honor of meeting with several Members to discuss their goals with the NACC. These exciting conversations offer me the opportunity to understand our Member businesses and highlight tools and resources that may help make achieving those goals a little easier. NACC Membership provides an invaluable opportunity forContinue reading
If you’re confused by the current state of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), you’re not alone. The legal developments surrounding the act in the past month have been dizzying, and the fate of the legislation is currently on hold. Summary The Corporate Transparency Act was enacted in 2021 to combat illicit activity, including tax fraud,Continue reading
