Businesses often focus on immediate challenges and opportunities, and while that is important, business leaders can sometimes overlook the need for succession planning, which is crucial for long-term success. I was fortunate to attend a retirement party for a great friend of mine recently, a celebration filled with love and joy. It wasn’t just aContinue reading
There are a lot of exciting changes coming to our website including a new navigation menu that will help you find exactly what you need when you visit our website. I’ve taken some time to create a quick start guide for navigating the new menu! Whether you’re looking to join the Chamber or a seasonedContinue reading
At the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce (NACC), we’re not just a team; we’re your partners in growth and success. Our dedicated team of ten dynamic women is here to support and empower your business, helping you achieve your goals and thrive in our vibrant economy. Each member of our team is here to offerContinue reading
At the NACC, we take pride in the community that we cultivate. Every day, we have the honor of observing each unique contribution of our Members to community identity, economic vitality, and social cohesion of the area we live and work in. Over time, we have realized the importance of cultivating the next generation ofContinue reading
The 2024 Spring Session in Springfield came to an end in the early morning hours of May 29th. More than 11,000 bills were introduced, and more than 400 bills passed both houses. The largest budget in Illinois history passed with the minimum votes needed for the passage of the revenue plan with a final voteContinue reading
One of the best parts of my job is the opportunity to connect with our Members and the broader community. I truly enjoy having meaningful conversations, listening, and learning from these interactions. It was during one such conversation a few years ago, where an attorney asked how they could connect with other attorneys for furtherContinue reading
When I talk with potential members about joining the chamber, one of the most frequent reservations that small business owners have is that they’re nervous about breaking into the space, introducing themselves and advocating for their business in a networking environment. When I talk with seasoned members who have found success in their chamber membership,Continue reading
No matter what your industry is, having a marketing plan in place is crucial in today’s dynamic business landscape. There are so many ways you can go about creating one depending on your business goals and your target audience, but there are a few things that are universal no matter what your messaging is. EngagingContinue reading
On March 18th, the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business Works Committee welcomed DuPage County State’s Attorney Bob Berlin and Naperville Chief of Police Jason Arres to discuss the SAFE-T Act, particularly the elimination of cash bail, which became effective September 18th, 2023. Berlin and Arres provided a thorough synopsis of the upsides and challengesContinue reading
Recently, I had the chance to be a part of Naperville’s own version of Shark Tank. Through the Business Incubator program, area business leaders mentor high school students as they worked on creating a business and learning about entrepreneurship’s ups and downs. While observing a Q&A session after a mid-year presentation, I noticed the studentsContinue reading
