The Mission of the Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce is as follows:

• Identify and address the interests of Elk Grove Businesses
• Create and promote a stronger climate for businesses to locate and relocate to Elk Grove
• Enhance opportunities to interact with local government bodies that directly affect Elk Grove businesses
• Assist businesses in enhancing their operations and promotions through training, networking and employment opportunities
• Strengthen the sense of community in this dynamic environment
• Provide opportunities for business-to-business contacts that promote better communications and increased profits

The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce Offers:

Programs and Events - Chamber programs have included a series of Business After Hours and Seminars. The Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce is an affiliate Chamber of the Greater O’Hare Association, Illinois’ premier regional business organization. Through this affiliation you also have a membership with the Greater O’Hare Association. This includes monthly luncheons, trade shows, job fairs, Sales Institute, Small Business Marketing Roundtable and much more.

Networking - The Chamber offers opportunities to develop valuable business contacts through monthly meetings, committee involvement and special.

Timely Business Seminars - Throughout the year, the Chamber sponsors seminars on a wide variety of topics. These seminars are informative, educational and designed to further enhance your business, making you more competitive in your market.

Annual Events/Community Involvement - Our yearly events include the elegant Wine & Beer Tasting, sold-out Summer Golf Outing and the particularly-successful Oktoberfest. The business and residential communities are invited to attend.

Village Relations/Economic Development - At each board of directors meeting, the Village Manager provides updates on Village progress as it relates to local business. Members can read about this information in Chamber News. The Chamber also has representation on the Village’s Industrial/Commercial Revitalization Commission to help maintain and enhance the Business Park.

In addition, the Chamber and the Village cooperate to stimulate commercial activity, attract business into our area and encourage financial investment.

Advertising and Promotion - As a member, your company will be listed on the Chamber website with a link to your website and will be listed in our membership directory. Members also advertise through the newsletter and special event sponsorships to market their company.

InterAction Newsletter - Members are kept informed of current topics, activities and member news through the InterAction Newsletter. You will also receive separate mailings notifying you of special events and meetings throughout the year.

For more information about the Elk Grove Chamber of Commerce, call toll free 1-877-ELK-GROV (1-877-355-4768) or visit the website at www.elkgrovechamber.org.