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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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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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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
Women's Leadership Circle events have been an energizing place to connect with and be inspired by other female leaders in the community. Not only are the events informative, they've all been such unique and fun experiences. It's also a fresh new network of faces--I have met so many people that I'd never seen before at other Chamber events. And best of all, the Circle has created space for several of those colleagues to become dear friends.
Amanda Garcia, Founder & Principal Executive
ColorWordCreative
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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4) EALA - Elgin Area Leadership Academy
Build Your Leadership Skills
Bi-Annual Event - Membership Not Required
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.
Next Class Sept 2025
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!
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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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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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