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Letter from the Executive Director December 18, 2024 Happy New Year! As we turn the page to begin 2025, the Northbrook Chamber is here to support you and your business with best-in-class marketing, networking, advocacy and business education services. The past year has been filled with memorable events and important milestones for our organization. From…

Northbrook Looks Ahead with State of the Village Address December 18, 2024 Northbrook business owners and residents will learn about upcoming local projects and challenges when Village President Kathryn Ciesla delivers the annual State of the Village Address on January 31. Hosted by the Chamber at the Northbrook Public Library, the event includes a complimentary…

Get Ready for a Great 2025 – Renew Your Membership Today! November 25, 2024 Chamber membership is an investment that delivers benefits all year long. Complete your annual renewal on or before January 1 to ensure your continued access to invaluable networking opportunities, marketing support, local advocacy, business education, training and more.  The past year…

Celebrate the Holidays with the “Find It in Northbrook” Shopping Campaign November 25, 2024 Coupons, Text Messages and Social Media Campaigns Brighten the Holiday Season Holiday shoppers can make the most of the season with helpful hints from Find It in Northbrook. This community outreach program combines text messaging, social media, and other resources to…

Legal Updates for Illinois Businesses November 25, 2024 The new year will bring a number of changes to laws affecting employers and businesses in Illinois, including new standards for pay transparency, an increase in the statewide minimum wage, and additional discrimination protections for employees. Pay Transparency Under a new amendment to the Illinois Pay Act,…

Tips to Increase Foot Traffic for Your Business November 25, 2024 Despite the naysayers, brick and mortar retail is not dead. While customers may have less time available for in-person shopping excursions, research shows that they still enjoy the experiential side of shopping and will, in fact, spend more when visiting a physical store than…

Find It in Northbrook Holiday Campaign Kicks Off October 28, 2024 It’s the most wonderful time of the year – to Find It in Northbrook! The Chamber’s year-round campaign to promote shopping and dining in Northbrook goes into high gear this month with community activities, an updated website, exciting social media content, and special offers…

Shopping Spotlight Coming Soon October 28, 2024 This holiday season, think Northbrook Chamber when you’re shopping! Our membership includes many shops, service businesses, and online retailers who can fulfill your wish list. Our annual Shopping Spotlight eblast will be coming soon to connect you with all our retail members. Retailers: use this opportunity to boost…

Unlocking Growth: Chamber Sponsorships Help Small Businesses Thrive October 28, 2024 As a small business owner, you’re constantly looking for ways to stand out, connect with your target audience, and grow sustainably. One of the most impactful yet often overlooked opportunities lies in partnering with the Chamber through sponsorship. We  have a wide variety of…

Meet Our Student Interns October 28, 2024 We are delighted to have two Glenbrook North students working with the Chamber this fall in conjunction with the school’s career and technical education curriculum. Angelina Drivas, a senior, and Bella Svoboda, a junior, have been invaluable in helping to execute the Auction & Taste, updating  member records,…