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Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast: “The Year of Clarity”
Annual Economic Outlook Breakfast: “The Year of Clarity” Thomas Jalics, Fifth Third Private Bank March 23, 2024 REGISTER HERE Sponsored by After a tumultuous period of inflation and interest rate adjustments, is the U.S. economy turning a corner? Learn what may lay ahead in the coming months when Thomas Jalics of Fifth Third Private Bank…
Read MoreConnect with Cook County Resources
Connect with Cook County Resources March 23, 2024 Interested in learning about Cook County resources for business? Attend the Pathways to Cook County Summit, a free event offering workshops, interactive sessions, and vendor exhibits. The summit will be held on Tuesday, April 9 at the UIC Dorin Forum in Chicago. Designed to connect residents and…
Read More“Chamber at the Market” Reservations Open
Connect with local residents at one of the busiest places in town: the Northbrook Farmers Market! The “Chamber at the Market” program allows one member each week to share their business info and meet potential customers. Limited spaces are available, first come first served. Located at the corner of Meadow Road and Cherry Lane, the…
Read MoreSign Up Now for the Golf League
Spring is on its way, and the Chamber Golf League is back! Get ready for a season of friendly competition among Chamber members at Heritage Oaks Golf Club. On Tuesdays from May 7 to August 27, players tee off at 3:50 p.m. for nine holes followed by post-play socializing. The season wraps up with a…
Read MoreChamber Welcomes Intern Andrew Perez
We are delighted to introduce Andrew Perez, who joined the NCCI team as an intern in February. Currently on active duty in the U.S. Army, Andrew will be with us until mid-March developing marketing content, assisting with events, and learning about the role of chambers in serving the business community. Andrew joined the Army in…
Read MoreNew Retail Chains Coming to Skokie Blvd.
Two of the largest retail vacancies on Northbrook’s east side will soon be filled, Village President Kathryn Ciesla announced in February. Barnes & Noble is taking over the former Old Navy space at Village Square Shopping Center, while a Fresh Market grocery will move into the former Marshall’s store. The Fresh Market will be the…
Read MoreNEW Spotlight eBlast Coming this Spring for Home Maintenance Services
Attention home care businesses: promote your spring specials with the Chamber! Similar to the holiday season Shopping Spotlight, our new Spring Spotlight eblast will feature all active members in the home maintenance fields with links to their websites. Make your business stand out in this FREE member marketing opportunity by sharing a Hot Deal! The…
Read MoreNorthbrook Business Licenses Moving Online
The Village of Northbrook has extended its annual business license approvals into the spring, while it works to update and streamline its licensing processing. The goal is to reduce the number of categories requiring licenses and modernize the current system with easy online renewals. Northbrook’s municipal code currently requires licenses for over 30 categories of…
Read MoreNorthbrook Patch: Chamber Honors “Magical” Northbrook Businesses
By Eric DeGrechie, Northbrook Patch As local businesses continue to navigate the post-pandemic world, many are thriving. A few of those are being honored by the Northbrook Chamber of Commerce. Next month, five Northbrook businesses will be recognized at the Chamber’s annual meeting and business awards dinner. Read More on patch.com.
Read MoreChamber Recognizes Volunteer of the Year Steve Amberg
Stepping up to help is second nature for Steve Amberg, owner of promotional products company It’s Impressive. Steve’s consistent contributions as a Chamber Ambassador, committee member, and volunteer provide a great example of how members help the organization achieve goals. A longtime Northbrook resident, Steve first became involved in giving back to the community in…
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