“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
My name is Nadine Scodro and I am excited to be a part of the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce as the Government Affairs Manager. I’m excited to get to know our Members and elected officials in an effort to create connections that lead to favorable policy and advocacy for Naperville area businesses. I haveContinue reading
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
Members always bring up one particular item to me: how to advertise and market their business through the Chamber. This month, I want to direct your attention to the numerous types of ads the Chamber offers and how you might utilize them to promote and highlight your stand-out business. I have compiled an overview ofContinue reading
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
“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
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
Protecting reputations, guests and the environment are usually top priorities for businesses which is why implementing an integrated pest management plan for your business is so critical. Most commercial property managers and owners would not think they’d have termite or rodent issues in their establishments but it’s not safe to assume that’s the case. “PestsContinue reading
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
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
