“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
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
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
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
The Member Info Hub offers an abundance of Member-related information to share with the public, with our Membership, and with the Community. The information and updates that you provide us in the way of Community Events, Career and Job Openings, Member-to-Member Offers, Special Offers, and Member News feeds onto our website. This means that thisContinue reading
“Unity doesn’t mean sameness; it means oneness in purpose.” This was one of the first statements Clayton Muhammad, the City of Aurora’s Director of Communications and Equity made during our Unity Breakfast on Monday, April 24th. At the beginning of the year, the NACC made a conscious decision to push unity through education. As partContinue reading
Many of our restaurants, hotels, and creative arts organizations still struggle to recover from the pandemic. On Wednesday, March 22nd, the Governor’s office announced $175 million dollars are available for eligible applicants in these sectors. The grants are part of additional assistance provided by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA). One of the NACC’s goalsContinue reading
Are you looking to get your brand image across to consumers looking for your goods or services? Of course you are! Although brand exposure may prove difficult to track, businesses of all sizes should aim to get their brand, name, and their image out there. The consumer recognition that comes from brand exposure helps driveContinue reading
