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Chicagoland Chamber releases survey showing lower confidence among city’s small businesses
By K. U. Butler | Dec 8, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with UIC Business, has released the results of its 2025 Small Business Outlook Survey.
Tom Ricketts receives Daniel H. Burnham Award at annual Chicagoland Chamber event
By K. U. Butler | Nov 24, 2025
More than 700 business and civic leaders gathered at the Hilton Chicago on November 17, 2025, to honor Tom Ricketts with the Daniel H. Burnham Award for Distinguished Leadership.
Chuhak & Tecson veterans reflect on military service shaping legal careers
By K. U. Butler | Nov 17, 2025
Three veterans at Chuhak & Tecson, a law firm, say their military service has shaped the way they approach their legal careers.
Compudopt celebrates reaching one million people served with digital access programs
By K. U. Butler | Nov 17, 2025
More than 14 million households in the United States do not have access to essential digital tools like computers and internet, a situation that hinders opportunities in education, employment, and access to social services.
City Council members raise concerns over proposed “jobs tax” in FY26 budget
By K. U. Butler | Oct 31, 2025
Several City Council members have recently voiced concerns about the proposed “jobs tax” and other aspects of Chicago’s FY26 City Budget.
Chicagoland Chamber opposes SB1937 over concerns about pension crisis
By K. U. Butler | Oct 29, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has released a statement voicing opposition to SB1937, a proposed piece of legislation that would affect the state's pension system. “Make no mistake, SB1937 would dramatically exacerbate Illinois’s already...
Chicagoland Chamber criticizes job-related taxes in Mayor Johnson’s 2026 budget proposal
By K. U. Butler | Oct 16, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce has issued a statement in response to Mayor Johnson’s proposed 2026 budget for the city of Chicago.
Chicagoland Chamber adds new members to executive committee and board
By K. U. Butler | Oct 10, 2025
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce convened its quarterly Board of Directors meeting on October 8, hosted by Barnes & Thornburg.
Ferrero executive details partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital
By K. U. Butler | Sep 25, 2025
Rick Fossali, an executive at Ferrero and Fannie May, shared his experience supporting St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, highlighting how both personal and corporate philanthropy can contribute to advancing pediatric healthcare.
Mowery & Schoenfeld highlights decade of charitable work supporting children
By K. U. Butler | Sep 9, 2025
Since 2015, Mowery & Schoenfeld, a Lincolnshire-based accounting and consulting firm, has increased its focus on community service through its M&S Cares initiative.