by Jennifer Veremis | Jan 10, 2025 | Headlines, News
Elmhurst Mayor Scott Levin will deliver the Annual “State of Our City” Mayoral Address at the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Membership Breakfast hosted by Community Bank of Elmhurst, 330 West Butterfield Road, on Thursday, January 23, from 7:30 to 9:30 a.m.
by Jennifer Veremis | Dec 31, 2024 | News, President's Message
I am honored to be the new President and CEO of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry. As a dedicated long-time Chamber member, small business owner and Elmhurst resident for more than 25 years, I’m humbled to begin this new chapter as the first female to assume this title in our Chamber’s 106-year history. I’ve always felt a deep connection to this community and am excited to bring my experience and passion to this position.
by Jennifer Veremis | Dec 15, 2024 | News, Photo Library
Hundreds of families enjoy visits with Santa, sleigh rides, caroling, tree lighting and more at the Spring Road Business Association’s 2024 Winter Fest around the Gazebo on December 14.
by Jennifer Veremis | Dec 10, 2024 | Headlines, News
The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry Board of Directors at its December 10 meeting at Community Bank of Elmhurst approved the hiring of Elmhurst resident Jennifer Veremis as President and CEO, effective January 1, 2025.
by Jennifer Veremis | Dec 1, 2024 | News, President's Message
Results from a landmark nationwide public opinion poll conducted by The Harris Poll in partnership with the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) confirmed United States adults’ overwhelming-positive perceptions of their local chamber, the role chambers play in their communities and the value of chamber member to businesses.
by Jennifer Veremis | Nov 27, 2024 | Headlines, News
The Thanksgiving holiday is a time for Americans to come together and reflect on the many things we as a nation are thankful for. Behind every turkey carved, pie baked, and mile traveled lies the work of countless businesses—from farming to transportation—that not only make the holiday possible but also unforgettable.
by Jennifer Veremis | Nov 22, 2024 | Headlines, News
A Texas Federal Court on November 15 struck down the United States Department of Labor (DOL) new rule raising the minimum salary paid for most employees classified as exempt from overtime and minimum wage requirements under the Fair Labor Standards ACT (FLSA), scheduled to take effect on January 1, 2025.
by Jennifer Veremis | Nov 20, 2024 | Headlines, News
Holiday shoppers alienated with the traditional bedlam of Black Friday should support Small Business Saturday by shopping locally on November 30—whether done in person or online. You can find an amazing mix of unique gifts and exceptional services to purchase for family and friends, while contributing to the well-being of your community’s economy.
by Jennifer Veremis | Nov 12, 2024 | Headlines, News
The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry Board of Directors elected three officers and approved one appointment for its six-member Executive Committee for 2024-25 at its regular monthly meeting held in the Hammersmith Community Room at Community Bank of Elmhurst...
by Jennifer Veremis | Nov 12, 2024 | Headlines, News
A Nominating Committee slate of five recently-elected candidates officially began three-year terms as members of the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry Board of Directors at the Board’s November 12 meeting at Community Bank of Elmhurst (330 West Butterfield...
by Jennifer Veremis | Oct 31, 2024 | News, President's Message
If you have not already done so, please vote in the November 5 Presidential Election. Voting is your most-influential right of being an American citizen…the pen being mightier than the sword.
by Jennifer Veremis | Oct 1, 2024 | News, President's Message
Yours truly joined hundreds of elected officials, City of Elmhurst staffers, business leaders and residents at the official dedication of First Responders Memorial sculpture and plaza outside Fire Station No. 2. on September 11—23 years after the 9/11 terrorist attacks starting in New York.