Luncheon meetings are held
on a regular basis for sharing ideas, opinions and exchanging information.
Professional programs are presented which inspire and educate members on
topics and issues of importance to the business community.
Marketing Connection I, II and
III are networking clubs available to members. Twenty five non-competing
businesses meet bimonthly to exchange ideas, leads and information pertinent
to the group.
Business After Hours are mixers
sponsored by local businesses. This allows hosting businesses to present
their facilities to more people and creates an informal atmosphere for
meeting and networking with fellow members.
Committee meetings give members
an opportunity to meet with other volunteers to contribute in their area
of expertise or provide needed support to accomplish many of the special
events offered by the Chamber. Standing committees include: Executive,
Finance, Legislative, Education, Holiday Trade and Craft Expo, Retail/Merchants,
Fiesta Days, Annual Dinner Dance, Country Meadows Craft Show, Golf Outing,
Bridal Fair and many more
Newsletters are published monthly
to communicate Chamber events and activities, announce new members and
promote special programs and services to benefit you and your business.
Membership Directories are published
annually and monthly updates are included in the newsletter to keep you
connected.
Manufacturer's Products and
Services Directory is a current listing of manufacturing facilities in
the area.
Club and Organization Lists
include the areas principle organizations for social, business, and professional
associations.
World Wide Directory service
provides information about U.S. Chambers of Commerce, State Boards of Tourism,
Convention and Visitors Bureaus, Economic Development Organizations, Foreign
Tourist Information Bureaus, Foreign Chamber of Commerce, U.S. Embassies
and Foreign Embassies.
The Quality of Life Book which
details the advantages of living and working in this area.
County Wage and Salary information
is available on an annual basis along with surveys on pertinent demographics
including data specific to local businesses, maps, area attractions and
more.
Government Officials List is
a list of government and elected officials on city, county, state and national
levels.
Consumer Complaint Service
Network.
Call Tree - Emergency Communication
Free Notary and Certificate
of Origin.
Chamber Gift Certificate Program
encourages purchases from members. The recipient can purchase certificates
from a broad spectrum of businesses and services in the McHenry area.
High and Junior High School
Student l.D. Program allows members to offer special discounts to honor
roll and perfect attendance student.
New Resident Greeter Program
enables you to promote your business with literature and coupons to homeowners
new to the community.
Video Library providing training
and imformation video tapes, current tax information, Speakers Bureau,
current legislative issues, etc.
Opening Ceremonies Services
are offered to members including representation by Chamber officials and
special recognition of the event.