Community News
Updates, announcements, and insights from the Chamber and local business community.
Small Businesses Drive American Economy: U.S. Chamber
In conjunction with Small Business Month in May, the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry recognizes the United States Chamber of Commerce for its year-round efforts to shine a spotlight on innovators and entrepreneurs who serve their customers and communities.
President’s Message for May 2024
As ECCI’s President and CEO, I invite you to attend a 70th Birthday Celebration for former Board Chair Dee Longfellow at Elmhurst American Legion THB Post 187 on Sunday, May 5, from 2 to 6 p.m. Cash bar, with complimentary food and desserts. No registration required.
Illinois’ New Paid Leave Law Is Onerous
The State of Illinois’ new Paid Leave for All Workers Act is among a half-dozen, pro-employee labor laws passed in 2023 and in effect for 2024, along with amendments made to five existing labor laws, it was reported during the Illinois Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Chamber Day at the Abraham Lincoln Hotel in Springfield on April 10.
22nd Annual Multi-Chamber Economic Outlook Luncheon
Some 300 businesspeople, elected officials and guests attend the 22nd Annual Multi-Chamber Economic Outlook Luncheon at the Oak Brook Hills Resort and Conference Center on April 4.
President’s Message for April 2024
On April 10, I will join fellow chamber of commerce executives from across the state at the Illinois Chamber of Commerce’s Annual Chamber Day at the Abraham Lincoln Hotel in Springfield to discuss business-related legislation proposed by the Illinois General Assembly.
Umbrella Sky Displays Return to Downtown Elmhurst
The City of Elmhurst’s Public Arts Commission and Elmhurst City Centre will partnered again to bring you Umbrella Sky Elmhurst in 2024 at the same three downtown Elmhurst locations–only the sixth city across the United States to host the colorful displays.
105th Annual ECCI Awards Gala Photo Page
Some 140 businesspeople, elected officials and guests attend the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 105th Annual Awards Gala in the Presidential Room at Elm West Banquets on March 22.
ECCI Civic Hall of Fames Welcomes Elmhurst Foodraiser
Long-time Elmhurst charity organizer Dan Gibbons will be honored as the 2023 inductee into the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ECCI) Civic Hall of Fame at the Chamber’s 105th Annual Awards Gala in the Presidential Room at Elm West Banquets (681 West North Avenue) on Friday, March 22, from 5 to 9 p.m.
Alan Energy Services Named ECCI Business of the Year
Alan Energy Services Air Conditioning and Heating Company will receive the A.J. “Toche” Terrones Business of the Year Award for 2023 at the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 105th Annual Awards Gala held in the Presidential Room at Elm West Banquets, 681 West Avenue, on Friday, March 22, from 5 to 9 p.m.
Endeavor Health’s Dalough Garners ECCI Chairman’s Award
Colin Dalough, Manager of Community and Government Relations at Endeavor Health, will receive the 2023 Chairman’s Award at the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 105th Annual Awards Gala in the Presidential Room at Elm West Banquets, 681 West Avenue, on Friday, March 22, from 5 to 9 p.m.
Realtor Sanchez Named ECCI’s First Repeat Ambassador of the Year
Elmhurst real estate agent Eva Sanchez will be honored as the first repeat Ambassador of the Year at the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s 105th Annual Awards Gala in the Presidential Room at Elm West Banquets, 681 West North Avenue, on Friday, March 22, from 5 to 9 p.m.
ECCI to Celebrate 105th Annual Awards Gala
More than 120 Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry members and their guests will gather together to celebrate the Chamber’s 105th Annual Awards Gala in the Presidential Room at Elm West Banquets, 681 West North Avenue, on Friday, March 22, from 5 to 9 p.m.