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Networking events matter because they play a crucial role in your professional success. They allow career-minded people to connect, collaborate, engage and thrive!

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Does the thought of "networking" make you slightly queasy?

We get it! No one relishes the idea of walking into a group of strangers and attempting to be engaging. But we all know that networking is an important part of growing and advancing in business.

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Over 150 Annual Events Expertly Crafted for businesses like yours

"Queasy" Free Networking Events

Our members enjoy a variety of networking events throughout the year - including digitally-based. From casual gatherings to large group events - and everything in between.

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7 of the Best Networking Events You Don't Want To Miss

1) Multi-Chamber Networking Events

Connect With Many

Various events during the year
Members Only - available to all membership levels for an additional charge

These popular events are a great way to meet a lot of people! Network your business, and promote upcoming specials with businesses and professionals found throughout the Northwest Chicago burbs.

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Multi Chamber Event
Area Resources

2) Women's Leadership Circle

Connect, Support, Collaborate & Engage

Monthly Gathering
Members Only - available to all membership levels for an additional charge

Women's Leadership Circle (WLC) is the largest collaboration of women business leaders in the Fox Valley. The WLC meets monthly to network, share ideas, and foster professional and personal growth.  

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What Successful Networking Looks Like

3) Golf Outing

Meet Hard To Meet People

August Annual Event
Members Only - available to all membership levels for an additional charge

Our annual Golf Outing has sold out for the past 5 years. ChamberFest provides our members the opportunity to engage with their clients, employees, and other area businesses. Not a golfer? There are opportunities for everyone  - become a sponsor, join us for dinner, or volunteer.

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Elgin Area Leadership Academy

4) EALA - Elgin Area Leadership Academy

Build Your Leadership Skills

Bi-Annual Event - Membership Not Required
Next class Sept 2023

The Elgin Area Leadership Academy crafts and delivers a curriculum designed to assist individuals in becoming active and engaged leaders in their community. EALA is a 10-month program.

Classes Starting Soon. Sign Up Today!

Learn if the Elgin Area Leadership Academy is a good fit for you.

Promote Your Business In A Powerful Way!

Get in front of the Elgin area business community. Sponsorship provides members with the opportunity to reach new customers seeking local experiences and services.

Give Your Business A Boost with Sponsorships

Learn why sponsorships should be in your business's budget

5) Speed Networking

The Easiest Way to Grow Your Contact List

Various Events
Members Only - available to all membership levels for an additional charge

Speed Networking events are 100% focused on providing you with a platform to meet new contacts in the quickest possible time. The ROI for 90 minutes of your time and the cost of lunch is a minimum of 50 introductions!

Speed Networking

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Elgin State of the City

6) State of The City with Elgin Mayor David Kaptain

Be Informed About What's Happening In Elgin

December Annual Event
Members Only - available to all membership levels for an additional charge

An exclusive event for the business community that celebrates Elgin's achievements while highlighting the plans for the future. This is a not-to-be-missed opportunity!

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Our services are trusted by over 600 local businesses for expert support, quality information, and resources for building long-lasting relationships with trusted businesses in our communities.

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7) Thanks & Giving Luncheon

Connect with the Non-Profit Community

November Annual Event
Members Only - available to all membership levels for an additional charge

One of the longstanding traditions in our community is the Annual Community Thanksgiving Luncheon where we reach out in true gratitude and friendship. We will give much-deserved thanks to those in our non-profit community.

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EAC Thanksgiving Luncheon