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President’s Message for December 2024

President’s Message for December 2024

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.

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How American Businesses Make Thanksgiving Special

How American Businesses Make Thanksgiving Special

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.

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Federal Court Strikes Down DOL Overtime Exemptions Rule

Federal Court Strikes Down DOL Overtime Exemptions Rule

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.

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Small Business Saturday is Essential: Consumers

Small Business Saturday is Essential: Consumers

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.

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ECCI Board of Directors Elects 2024-25 Officers

ECCI Board of Directors Elects 2024-25 Officers

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...

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ECCI Board Installs New Directors for 2024-25

ECCI Board Installs New Directors for 2024-25

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...

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President’s Message for October 2024

President’s Message for October 2024

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.

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Educational Seminars Contribute to B2B Expo

Educational Seminars Contribute to B2B Expo

Educational seminars on bank/credit card identity theft, AI for small businesses and the state’s new paid leave law will be presented at the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Business-to-Business Expo at Elm West Banquets on Thursday, September 26, from 4 to 7 p.m.

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ECCI Board Endorses Park District Referendum

ECCI Board Endorses Park District Referendum

The Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce and Industry’s Board of Directors voted to endorse the $89.95 million Elmhurst Park District Referendum during today’s monthly meeting held in the second-floor Hammersmith Community Room at Community Bank of Elmhurst (330 West Butterfield Road).

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President’s Message for September 2024

President’s Message for September 2024

Classic Cinemas’ York Theatre will celebrate its 100th Anniversary during an invitation-only special event on Sunday, September 1, featuring the debut of the “York:  100 Years of Movie Magic” documentary and then a screening of silent-film legend Buster Keaton’s 1924 film Sherlock Jr. complete with live organ accompaniment.

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President’s Message for August 2024

President’s Message for August 2024

Director of Member Services Jennifer Veremis and yours truly were among a delegation of chamber leaders representing Illinois at the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) 2024 Convention at the Dallas Omni Hotel and Convention Center from July 16-19.

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President’s Message for July 2024

President’s Message for July 2024

The Spring Road Business Association is participating in “Olmec Trails:  Culture and Legacy,” an summer outdoor exhibit of 33 large, brightly colored and hand-painted renditions of iconic Mesoamerican sculptures along the Illinois Prairie Path across DuPage County through October.

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