Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce
 
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Jun 10, 2010 Annual Golf Classic
Homewood Disposal sponsored this annual event held at Green Garden Country Club in Frankfort

Apr 22, 2010 2010 Business EXPO
25th Annual Business EXPO & Conference

Feb 09, 2010 2010 Annual Dinner
Held on February 4, 2010, at Chicago Gaelic Park in Oak Forest. Sponsored by AT&T.

Dec 08, 2009 2009 Holiday Sports Luncheon
2009 Holiday Sports Luncheon

Jul 14, 2009 Chamber's Annual Golf Outing was a Success
Frankfort, Illinois - Over 160 golfers filled the fairways on June 11, 2009, at the Chamber's Annual Golf Classic held at Green Garden Country Club in Frankfort, Illinois. Homewood Disposal Service, Inc. sponsored the event for the thirteenth consecutive year.

May 18, 2009 Expo 2009: a renown success
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce held its 24th Annual Expo & Conference Thursday, April 23, 2009, at the Tinley Park Convention Center.

Feb 02, 2009 Veteran banker takes helm as new Chamber chairman
One of the state's key business organizations launched the new year with a new board of officers and a revised plan of action to meet the challenges of today's economy.

Dec 09, 2008 2008 Holiday Sports Luncheon
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce held its annual Holiday Sports Luncheon & Auction on Tuesday, December 9, 2008, at The Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park, sponsored by .Chicago Fire-Major League Soccer.

Oct 31, 2008 Fashion Show Wrap Up
Chamber members including a few past chairman strutted down the catwalk at the fifth annual Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce annual Fashion Show on October 1, 2008, sponsored by Charter One Bank and Super Co-Host Lincoln Mall.

Jun 19, 2008 2008 Annual Golf Classic
2008 Annual Golf Classic

Apr 03, 2008 2008 EXPO
2008 April EXPO Wrap-Up

Jan 31, 2008 25th Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony
25th Annual Dinner & Awards Ceremony

Dec 11, 2007 Holiday Sports Luncheon
Holiday Sports Luncheon featuring Chicago Bulls Announcer, Tom Dore as guest speaker - nearly 400 in attendance

Oct 18, 2007 2007 Annual EXPO & Conference
22nd Annual EXPO & Conference

Jul 12, 2007 Chamber's Annual Golf Outing was a huge success
More than 260 golfers filled the fairways on June 28, 2007, at the Chamber's Annual Golf Classic that was held at Lincolnshire Country Club & Lincoln Oaks in Crete, Illinois.

Mar 14, 2007 Fashion Show
Orland Park, Illinois - Chamber members strutted down the catwalk at the fourth annual Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Spring Fashion Show on March 14, 2007. More than 300 people attended the event, "Spring Season Eye Pleasin" at Georgios Banquets & Conference Centre in Orland Park.

Jan 08, 2007 Mike Skarr, President & CEO of Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, to speak at January Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Mike Skarr, President & CEO at Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, January 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Dec 12, 2006 Chicago Fire President kicks off the holiday season at Sports Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce held its annual Holiday Sports Luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at the Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park. John Guppy, President & CEO of the Chicago Fire, was the guest speaker.

Dec 11, 2006 President & CEO of Chicago Fire Major League Soccer guest speaker at Annual Holiday Sports Luncheon & Auction
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Annual Holiday Sports Luncheon & Auction will be held on Tuesday, December 12 at The Odyssey Country Club, 19110 S. Ridgeland Ave. in Tinley Park, from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Nov 22, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce President & CEO steps down
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - Following four years as President & CEO of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce, Kevin McNulty stepped down Wednesday, November 22, 2006.

Nov 15, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber November Business After Hours
Hazel Crest, Illinois - BankFinancial, located at 3700 West 183rd Street in Hazel Crest, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, November 15 from 5 to 7 p.m. The event will be held in conjunction with the Hazel Crest Chamber of Commerce.

Nov 13, 2006 Carole Doris, Chairman of the Metra Board of Directors, to speak at November Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Carole Doris, Chairman of the Metra Board of Directors, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, November 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Oct 27, 2006 Expo 2006: a renown success
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce held its Expo on Oct. 26 at the Tinley Park Convention Center. The Holiday Inn Select Hotel and Convention Center in Tinley Park and Comcast in Homewood sponsored the annual trade show.

Oct 10, 2006 Senate Majority Leader Debbie Halvorson to speak at October Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Senate Majority Leader Debbie Halvorson, Democratic Candidate for State Senator, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, October 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Sep 20, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber September Business After Hours will be held at the Victory Centre of Sierra Ridge
Country Club Hills, Illinois - The Victory Centre of Sierra Ridge, located at 4150 West Gatling Boulevard in Country Club Hills, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, Sept. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Sep 11, 2006 Alexi Giannoulias, Democratic Candidate for State Treasurer, to speak at September Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Alexi Giannoulias, Democratic Candidate for State Treasurer, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, September 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Aug 16, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber hosts White Sox outing
Chicago, Illinois - Due to a sell-out season, this may be your ONLY chance this year to see the World Series Champion Chicago White Sox! Join fellow Chamber members for a night at U.S. Cellular Field to see Chicago White Sox play Kansas City Royals on Wednesday, August 16.

Aug 14, 2006 Tom Dart, Democratic candidate for Cook County Sheriff, to speak at August Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Tom Dart, Democratic candidate for Cook County Sheriff, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, August 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Aug 03, 2006 The Technology Council presents "Learn to Buy and Sell the Ebay Way"
Orland Park, Illinois - "Learn to Buy & Sell the Ebay Way," sponsored by the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Technology Council, will be held on Thursday, August 3 from 8:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. at Saint Xavier University - Orland Park Campus, located at 18230 Orland Parkway in Orland Park. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.

Aug 01, 2006 Dr. John L. Lewis of Northern Illinois University presents "The Cost of Doing Business in Illinois"
Chicago Heights, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and the Illinois Chamber of Commerce are hosting a presentation on "The Cost of Doing Business in Illinois" on Tuesday, August 1 at 8 a.m. at Prairie State College, located at 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights.

Jul 26, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its Executive Series: Networking Luncheon on July 26
Crete, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's quarterly Executive Series: Networking Luncheon will be held Wednesday, July 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Lincolnshire Country Club, located at 390 East Richton Road in Crete.

Jul 21, 2006 Halvorson, Southland Chamber promote Illinois products in China Part 2
Part 2: Wenzhou China - Senate Majority Leader Debbie Halvorson and members of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce spoke to more than two hundred Chinese companies in the City of Wenzhou China, on Wednesday, July 19, to promote Illinois as a source of industrial products for Chinese firms.

Jul 21, 2006 Halvorson, Southland Chamber promote Illinois products in China
Wenzhou China - Senate Majority Leader Debbie Halvorson and members of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce spoke to more than two hundred Chinese companies in the City of Wenzhou China, on Wednesday, July 19, to promote Illinois as a source of industrial products for Chinese firms.

Jul 19, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber July Business After Hours will be held at the Illinois Youth Advocate Program
Harvey, Illinois - Illinois Youth Advocate Program, located at the Harvey Community Center, 15320 Center Avenue in Harvey, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, July 19 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Jul 10, 2006 Tony Peraica, Candidate for Cook County Board President, to speak at July Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Tony Peraica, Candidate for Cook County Board President, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, July 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Jun 30, 2006 Chamber's Annual Golf Outing attracted record number of golfers
Frankfort, Illinois - More than 300 golfers filled the fairways on June 29 at the Chamber's Annual Golf Classic that was held at Green Garden Country Club in Frankfort. Homewood Disposal Service Inc. sponsored the event for the tenth consecutive year.

Jun 29, 2006 Special Guest Appearances by former Chicago Bears players at the Chamber's Annual Golf Classic
Frankfort, Illinois - Former Chicago Bears players Dan Hampton ('79-'90) and Glen Kozlowski ('87-'92) will make a special appearances at the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's Annual Golf Classic on Thursday, June 29.

Jun 29, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its Annual Golf Classic on June 29 at Green Garden Country Club
Frankfort, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Golf Classic on Thursday, June 29, 2006, at Green Garden Country Club, 9511 W. Monee-Manhattan Road, in Frankfort.

Jun 12, 2006 Annual Golf Classic Raffle Drawings: Early Bird Drawings and Grand Prizes
Frankfort, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual Golf Classic on Thursday, June 29, 2006, at Green Garden Country Club, 9511 W. Monee-Manhattan Road, in Frankfort. The Chamber Golf Committee is currently selling raffle tickets.

Jun 12, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber announces a partnership with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce has partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce through the Federation Partnership program.

Jun 12, 2006 Senator Christine Radogno, candidate for State Treasurer, will speak at June Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Senator Christine Radogno, candidate for State Treasurer, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, June 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Jun 12, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce announces expanded Expo 2006
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce has announced a major expansion of its annual Business Expo, which is scheduled for Thursday, Oct. 26 at the Tinley Park Convention Center.

Jun 12, 2006 The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce offers the Clean Energy Revolving Loan Program
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - In an effort to help Southland companies find ecologically sound ways to do business in the Southland, the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce has funds available at a low interest rate for companies funding projects that have a positive effect on the use of electrical energy.

Jun 12, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce reintroduces its bond pool program
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - Manufacturer members of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce are entitled to finance capital investments at low tax-exempt rates. Industrial Revenue Bonds (IRBs) are tax-exempt municipal bonds designed to finance private business investment in manufacturing plant and equipment.

May 17, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber May BAH will be held at the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau
Lansing, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau, located at 2304 173rd St. in Lansing, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, May 17 from 5 to 7 p.m.

May 08, 2006 Lieutenant Governor Pat Quinn to speak at June Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Lieutenant Governor Pat Quinn will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, May 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

May 04, 2006 Technology Council presents Using Technology to improve your bottom line
Chicago Heights, Illinois - The Technology Council of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce presents Using technology to improve your bottom line. The seminar will be held on Thursday, May 4 from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. at Prairie State College - Heritage Community Bank Room, located at 202 South Halsted Street in Chicago Heights.

Apr 26, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its Executive Series: Networking Luncheon on April 26
Alsip, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's quarterly Executive Series: Networking Luncheon will be held Wednesday, April 26 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Calumet Country Club, located at 175th Street and Western Avenue in Homewood.

Apr 22, 2006 Current and Past Chairman will ride in an actual horse harness race at the Chamber Night at the Races at Balmoral Racetrack
Crete, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber's Chamber Night at the Races will be held at Balmoral Park Racetrack, located at 26435 S. Dixie Highway in Crete, on Saturday, April 22.

Apr 19, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber April Business After Hours will be held at the Chicago Heights Drama Group
Hazel Crest, Illinois - The Chicago Heights Drama Group, located at 330 W. 202nd Street in Chicago Heights, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, April 19 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Apr 12, 2006 Chamber honors Southland business professionals at the 2006 Annual Awards Luncheon
Orland Park, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber will hold it 2006 Annual Recognition Awards Luncheon at the Georgios Banquets - Comfort Inn & Conference Centre, located at 8800 W. 159th Street in Orland Park, on Wednesday, April 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Apr 05, 2006 The Heath Care Council presents How To Navigate Through The Health Care Maze
Matteson, Illinois - The Health Care Council of the Chicago Southland Chamber presents How To Navigate Through The Health Care Maze. The seminar will be held on Wednesday, April 5 from 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. at Prairie State College - Matteson Area Center, located at 4821 Southwick Drive in Matteson.

Mar 22, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber March Business After Hours will be held at Advocate South Suburban Hospital
Hazel Crest, Illinois - Advocate South Suburban Hospital, located at 17800 S. Kedzie Avenue in Hazel Crest, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, March 22 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Mar 15, 2006 Annual Spring Fashion Show showcases Southland style
Chamber members strutted down the catwalk at the third annual Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Spring Fashion Show on March 22. More than 280 people from 80 businesses attended the event, "The Essence of Style," at the Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel & Conference Centre in Oak Lawn.

Mar 15, 2006 The Chamber will hold its Annual Spring Fashion Show
Oak Lawn, Illinois - The Annual Spring Fashion Show, The Essence of Style, will be held at on Wednesday, March 15 from 6:30 - 10 p.m. at the Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel & Conference Centre, 9333 S. Cicero Ave. in Oak Lawn.

Mar 07, 2006 March Regional Consensus Luncheon: SPECIAL COOK COUNTY ELECTION SERIES
Tinley Park, Illinois - In honor of the Cook County Presidential Election, the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will hold two Regional Consensus Luncheons in March.

Feb 15, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber February Business After Hours
Palos Heights, Illinois - A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc., located at 7420 College Dr. in Palos Heights, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, February 15 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Feb 13, 2006 J. Barry Mitchell, president of ComEd, to speak at the February Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - J. Barry Mitchell, president of ComEd, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, February 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Jan 25, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its Executive Series: Networking Luncheon on Jan. 25
Alsip, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's quarterly Executive Series: Networking Luncheon will be held Wednesday, Jan. 25 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel Chicago-Alsip, 5000 West 127th Street in Alsip.

Jan 24, 2006 Chicago Southland Chamber January Business After Hours will be held at Ingalls Family Care Center in Flossmoor
Flossmoor, Illinois - Ingalls Family Care Center, located at 19550 Governors Highway in Flossmoor, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Tuesday, Jan. 24 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Jan 18, 2006 Chamber honors 2005 and 2006 Chairmen at Annual Dinner
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce held its Annual Dinner to honor both the incoming and outgoing Chairman and Board of directors on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at the Tinley Park Convention Center in Tinley Park.

Jan 18, 2006 The Chicago Southland Chamber honors the 2006 Chairman, Joseph A. Christofanelli Jr., at the Annual Dinner
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Annual Dinner honoring the Chamber's incoming 2006 Chairman of the Board, Joseph A. Christofanelli Jr. of Ernst & Young LLP, will be held on Wednesday, Jan. 18 at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park. Holland & Knight LLP and the Chicago Southland Chamber are sponsoring the dinner.

Jan 09, 2006 Maria Pappas, Cook County Treasurer, to speak at January Regional Consensus Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - Maria Pappas, Cook County Treasurer, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, January 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Dec 13, 2005 Steve Trout pitches up south side pride at the Chamber's Holiday Sports Luncheon
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce held its annual Holiday Sports Luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 13 at the Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park. Steve Trout, current pitching coach for the Crestwood Windy City Thunderbolts and former White Sox and Chicago Cubs pitcher, was the guest speaker

Dec 13, 2005 Chamber hosts the Annual Holiday Sports Luncheon & Auction
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Annual Holiday Sports Luncheon & Auction will be held on Tuesday, December 13 at The Odyssey Country Club, 19110 S. Ridgeland Ave. in Tinley Park, from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Dec 06, 2005 Chamber helps Southland manufactures sell to China
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - James Chen, a prominent Chinese CEO, will speak at the Economic Development Committee meeting at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday, December 6 at the Chamber office, located at 1916 West 174th Street in East Hazel Crest.

Dec 05, 2005 Chamber December BAH to be held at Brunswick Zone in Homewood and co-sponsored by Nine-FM in Chicago
Orland Park, Illinois - Brunswick Zone Homewood, located at 3043 W. 183rd St in Homewood, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Monday, December 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. The BAH is co-hosted by Nine-FM Radio in Chicago.

Nov 14, 2005 Rob Nash of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce to speak at November Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - Rob Nash, Director of Government Affairs at the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, November 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Nov 10, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce introduces new job placement program
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - Chicago Southland Chamber members now have access to a new hiring program. The Chamber has teamed up with Quietword to create the Southland's first anonymous career placement Web site.

Nov 10, 2005 Southland leaders discuss recent trade mission to China at special event
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will host "Report on China - a complete first-hand review of the recent Southland Trade Mission to China" on Thursday, November 10 from 10:00 a.m. to noon at the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's office located at 1916 West 174th Street in East Hazel Crest.

Nov 09, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber November Business After Hours will be held at Robert Morris College in Orland Park
Orland Park, Illinois - Robert Morris College, located at 43 Orland Square Drive in Orland Park, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, November 9 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Oct 27, 2005 The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's Expo 2005 is a valuable event for business and community members
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its annual Expo 2005 on Thursday, Oct. 27 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Tinley Park Convention Center, 18501 South Harlem Avenue in Tinley Park. Take Interstate 80 to Tinley Park, and exit on Harlem Avenue.

Oct 18, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber October Business After Hours will be held at Westwood College in Calumet City
Calumet City, Illinois - Westwood College, located at 80 River Oaks Drive in Calumet City, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on DAY Tuesday, October 18 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Oct 12, 2005 Diversity Council sponsors Effective Corporate Diversity Management: A Business Imperative for Workforce 2020
Chicago Heights, Illinois - "Effective Corporate Diversity Management: A Business Imperative for Workforce 2020," a seminar sponsored by the Chamber's new Diversity Council, will be held on Wednesday, October 12 from 8:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at Prairie State College , Heritage Bank Room, located at 202 South Halsted Avenue in Chicago Heights.

Oct 10, 2005 Jack Lavin, Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity director, to speak at October Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - Jack Lavin, director of the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, October 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Sep 30, 2005 PAC Auction will raise funds for the endorsement of pro-business political candidates
Homewood, Illinois - The annual PAC Auction, sponsored by the SouthPAC, will be held on Friday, September 30 at Ravisloe Country Club, 18231 South Park Avenue in Homewood. Registration and cocktails begins at 5 p.m. The live and silent auction, hors d'oeuvres and an open bar will be held between 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Sep 29, 2005 The Technology Council sponsors the Voice over Internet Protocol Seminar
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Technology Council's Voice over Internet Protocol Seminar will be held on Thursday, September 29, at DeVry University, 18624 West Creek Drive in Tinley Park, from 8:30 - 11:30 a.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m.

Sep 22, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber September Business After Hours will be held at Sunrise Assisted Living
Palos Park, Illinois - Sunrise Assisted Living, located at 12828 South LaGrange Road in Palos Park, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Thursday, September 22 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Sep 12, 2005 Sandra M. Gunner, President & CEO of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce, to speak at September Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - Sandra M. Gunner, President and CEO of the New Orleans Chamber of Commerce, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, September 12 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Aug 09, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber August Business After Hours will be held at Trinity Christian College
Palos Heights, Illinois - Trinity Christian College, located at 6601 West College Drive in Palos Heights, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Tuesday, August 9 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Aug 08, 2005 Judy Baar Topinka, Illinois State Treasurer, to speak at August Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - Judy Baar Topinka, Illinois State Treasurer, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, August 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Jul 26, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber July Business After Hours will be held at Bennett Commercial
Manteno, Illinois - Bennett Commercial, located at the Real Estate Information Center at 100 Marquette Place South in Manteno, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Tuesday, July 26 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Jul 25, 2005 South Suburban Tax Reactivation Project joins forces with the Chamber to redevelop five Southland townships
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber and the South Suburban Tax Reactivation Project (SSTRP) have joined forces to fill vacant lots in the Southland.

Jul 20, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce to hold Open House at its new East Hazel Crest office
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will hold an Open House at its new East Hazel Crest office on Wednesday, July 20 from 5 - 7 p.m. The new Chamber office is located at: 1916 West 174th Street, East Hazel Crest, 60429.

Jul 18, 2005 Chicago Southland Business magazine wins first place for the "Best Business Publication"
East Hazel Crest, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber's magazine, Chicago Southland Business, won first place in the "Best Business Publication" category from the Suburban Newspapers of America.

Jul 15, 2005 Ambassadors visit Chamber members during annual Walk-A-Thon
East Hazel Crest, IL - Members of the Chicago Southland Chamber's Ambassador Club visited other Chamber members during the annual Walk-A-Thon that held on July 14.

Jul 11, 2005 The Honorable Emil Jones Jr., Illinois State Senate President, to speak at July Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Honorable Emil Jones Jr., Illinois State Senate President, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon scheduled for Monday, July 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

Jul 07, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its Executive Series: Networking Luncheon on July 7
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber's quarterly Executive Series: Networking Luncheon will be held Thursday, July 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel & Conference Centre, 9333 S. Cicero Avenue, in Oak Lawn. Participants will be able to have lunch, network and play a round of golf.

Jun 23, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber June Business After Hours will be held at Nissan of South Holland
South Holland, Illinois - Nissan of Southland (formerly Thomas Nissan-Hyundai), located at 16269 Van Dam Road in South Holland, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Thursday, June 23 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Jun 20, 2005 Members tee off at the Chamber's Annual Golf Classic
Frankfort, Illinois - Nearly 240 golfers filled the fairways on June 17 at the Chamber's Annual Golf Classic that was held at Green Garden Country Club in Frankfort.

Jun 17, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its annual Golf Classic on June 17 at Green Garden Country Club
Frankfort, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Golf Classic on Friday, June 17 at Green Garden Country Club, 9511 W. Monee-Manhattan Road, in Frankfort. The event begins with a shotgun start at 9 a.m. The bar opens at 3 p.m., and dinner, a DJ and raffle drawings will be begin at 4 p.m. Homewood Disposal is the event sponsor.

Jun 13, 2005 Rick Bryant of the Abraham Lincoln National Airport Commission to speak at June Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - Rick Bryant, executive director of the Abraham Lincoln National Airport Commission (ALNAC), will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, June 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

May 11, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber May BAH will be held at the Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau
Lansing, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Convention & Visitors Bureau, located at 2304 173rd St. in Lansing, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, May 11 from 5 to 7 p.m.

May 09, 2005 Chamber scholarship award recipients will be honored at the May Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - Senate majority leader Debbie Halvorson will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's May Regional Consensus Luncheon. The Chamber scholarship recipients will also be honored at the luncheon that will be held on Monday, May 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center.

May 09, 2005 Debbie Halvorson, Senate Majority Leader, will speak on her latest third airport efforts at May Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - Debbie Halvorson, Illinois Senate Majority Leader, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, May 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park.

May 07, 2005 Current and Past Chairman will ride in an actual horse harness race at the Chamber Night at the Races at Balmoral Racetrack
Crete, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber's first Chamber Night at the Races will be held at Balmoral Park Racetrack, 26435 S. Dixie Highway in Crete on Saturday, May 7.

May 04, 2005 Executive Session gives presidents and CEOs an opportunity to discuss the concerns of running a large business with peers
Orland Park, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its first Executive Session at St. Xavier University at in Orland Park on Wednesday, May 4 from 7:30 a.m. until noon.

Apr 29, 2005 The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will relocate to a new office in East Hazel Crest by May 1
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will move its office out of 1154 Ridge Rd. in Homewood and into 1916 W. 174th St in East Hazel Crest. The Chamber will relocated on Friday, April 29 and will reopen on Monday, May 2.

Apr 26, 2005 The Chicago Southland Chamber's Spring Into Southland Fashion Show will feature upcoming styles for the spring.
Alsip, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber's "Spring Into Southland Fashion Show will be held on Tuesday, April 26 from 6 - 10 p.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel Chicago-Alsip, located at 5000 W. 127th St., in Alsip. The boutique vendors and raffles will begin at 6 p.m. The fashion show and dinner will begin at 7 p.m.

Apr 20, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber April Business After Hours will be held at Lagestee Insurance Agency Ltd.
South Holland, Illinois - Lagestee Insurance Agency Ltd., located at 645 E. 170th St. in South Holland, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, April 20 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Apr 16, 2005 The Chicago Southland Chamber's Spring Into Southland Fashion Show features upcoming styles for the spring
Alsip, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber's "Spring Into Southland Fashion Show will be held on Tuesday, April 26 from 6 - 10 p.m. at the DoubleTree Hotel Chicago-Alsip, located at 5000 W. 127th St., in Alsip. The boutique vendors and raffles will begin at 6 p.m. The fashion show and dinner will begin at 7 p.m.

Apr 07, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber will hold its Executive Series: Networking Luncheon on April 7
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber's quarterly Executive Series: Networking Luncheon will be held Thursday, April 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Balmoral Woods County Club, 26732 S. Balmoral Woods Dr., in Crete.

Apr 06, 2005 Chamber will honor Southland business professionals at the 2005 Annual Recognition Awards Luncheon on April 6
Oak Lawn, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber will hold it 2005 Annual Recognition Awards Luncheon at the Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel & Conference Center in Oak Lawn on Wednesday, April 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Mar 16, 2005 The Chicago Southland Chamber sponsors Surviving the 2005 Triennial Tax Reassessment on March 16
Oak Lawn, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring Surviving the 2005 Triennial Tax Reassessment, presented by William Sandrick, managing partner of Sandrick and Boyle LLC, on March 16.

Mar 16, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber March Business After Hours will be held at Gary SouthShore RailCats Baseball Stadium
Gary, Indiana - Gary SouthShore RailCats Professional Baseball U.S. Steel Yard Stadium, located at One Stadium Plaza (between Stadium Plaza and Fifth Ave.) in Gary, Ind., will the location of the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, March 16 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Mar 15, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber sponsors Breakthrough Problem Solving Strategies for Business Professionals on March 15
Matteson, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring Breakthrough Problem Solving Strategies for Business Professionals on March 15.

Mar 14, 2005 Doug Whitley, president & CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, to speak at March Regional Consensus
Tinley Park, Illinois - Doug Whitley, president & CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, March 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, 18501 S. Harlem Ave. in Tinley Park. PLEASE NOTE THE LOCATION CHANGE.

Mar 08, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber prepares to lobby in Springfield during its Annual State Capital Visit on March 8 - 10
Homewood, Illinois - The Government Affairs division of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual State Capital Visit on March 8 - 10. Robinson Engineering Ltd of south Holland is sponsoring the Springfield Trip.

Mar 01, 2005 The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will relocate to a new office in East Hazel Crest by May 1
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce will move its office out of 1154 Ridge Rd. in Homewood and into 1916 W. 174th St in East Hazel Crest. The Chamber will relocated on Friday, April 29 and will reopen on Monday, May 2.

Mar 01, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce is accepting auction, prize and raffle donations for its 2005 main events.
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber is accepting prize, auction and raffle donation for 2005 events.

Feb 28, 2005 Ron Milnes Scholarship applications available to area high school seniors and community college students
Homewood, Illinois - Applications are available now for the Ron Milnes Memorial Scholarship offered by the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

Feb 14, 2005 Kenneth C. Robbins, president of the Illinois Hospital Association, to speak at February Regional Consensus
Matteson, Illinois - Kenneth C. Robbins, president of the Illinois Hospital Association, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, February 14 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn - Matteson Hotel & Conference Center.

Feb 08, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber February Business After Hours will be held at Laurel Jaguar & Volvo of Tinley Park
Tinley Park, Illinois - Laurel Jaguar & Volvo of Tinley Park, located at 8031 W. 159th Street in Tinley Park, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Tuesday, Feb. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Jan 27, 2005 The Chicago Southland Chamber honors the 2005 Chairman, Teri Brenner, at the January Annual Dinner
Orland Park, Illinois - The Annual Dinner honoring the Chamber's incoming Chairman of the Board, Teri Brenner of Advocate South Suburban Hospital, will be held on Thursday, Jan. 27 at Georgios Banquets Comfort Inn & Conference Centre, 8800 W. 159th St. in Orland Park. Holland & Knight LLP and the Chicago Southland Chamber are sponsoring the dinner.

Jan 19, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber January Business After Hours will be held at Citizens Financial Services, FSB
South Holland, Illinois - Citizens Financial Services, FSB, located at 601 E. 162nd St. in South Holland, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, Jan. 19 from 5 to 7 p.m. Join the Chamber for its first Business After Hours of 2005.

Jan 10, 2005 Glen Johnson, Chairman of the Illinois Manufacturers Association, will speak at January Regional Consensus
Matteson, Illinois - Glen Johnson, Chairman of the Board of the Illinois Manufacturers' Association (IMA) and president of Oakley Millwork Inc. in Frankfort, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, Jan. 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn - Matteson Hotel & Conference Center, 500 Holiday Plaza Dr, in Matteson.

Jan 06, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber sponsors its first 2005 Executive Series Program: Networking Luncheon
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber's first quarterly Networking Luncheon of 2005 will be held Thursday, Jan. 6 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Ravisloe Country Club, 18231 South Park Ave. in Homewood.

Jan 01, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber and incoming Chairman Teri Brenner prepare for 2005
Homewood, Illinois - Teri Brenner, the Chamber's 2005 Chairman of the Board, has chosen Strong Communities, Healthy Communities as the Chamber's theme for 2005.

Jan 01, 2005 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and outgoing Chairman Jim Bush reflect on 2004
Homewood, Illinois - When Jim Bush began his term as the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's 2004 Chairman of the Board, he wanted to expand the organization from local to worldwide.

Jan 01, 2005 Teri Brenner takes office as the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's 2005 Chairman of the Board
Homewood, Illinois - Teri Brenner of Advocate South Suburban Hospital has been named the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Chairman of the Board for 2005. Brenner spent the last year as Chair Elect working under the 2005 Immediate Past Chairman, Jim Bush.

Dec 16, 2004 The Chicago Southland Chamber presents Replacing Southland Jobs as part of its Executive Forum series
University Park, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber presents Replacing Southland Jobs, a taped moderated discussion that is part of the Chamber's Executive Forum series. The discussion will be held Thursday, Dec. 16 from 3:30 to 5 p.m. at Governors State University's Sherman Hall, 1 University Parkway, in University Park. The event is sponsored by Governors State University and Pullman Bank.

Dec 14, 2004 Holiday Sports Luncheon raises nearly $7,000 scholarship dollars, features speaker Jim Rose
Tinley Park, Illinois - The annual Holiday Sports Luncheon, sponsored by First National Bank, was held on Tuesday, Dec. 14 at Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park.

Dec 14, 2004 Jim Rose will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's annual Holiday Sports Luncheon
Tinley Park, Illinois - The Chamber will hold its annual Holiday Sports Luncheon on Tuesday, Dec. 14 from 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at Odyssey Country Club, 19110 S. Ridgeland Ave. in Tinley Park.

Dec 13, 2004 Dr. Paul Green, of the School of Policy Studies at Roosevelt University, to speak at Regional Consensus
Matteson, Illinois - Dr. Paul Green, director of the School of Policy Studies at Roosevelt University in Chicago, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Monday, Dec. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn - Matteson Hotel & Conference Center.

Dec 08, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber December Business After Hours will be held at Illinois Institute of Technology in Chicago
Chicago, Illinois - Illinois Institute of Technology located at 35 W. 33rd St. in Chicago will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, Dec. 8 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Dec 07, 2004 Will County Executive, Larry Walsh, will speak at Prairie State College at Chicago Southland Chamber meeting
Chicago Heights, Illinois - The new Will County Executive, Larry Walsh, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Economic Development Committee on Tuesday, Dec. 7 at 7:30 a.m. in the Heritage Community Bank room at Prairie State College, 202 S. Halsted St. in Chicago Heights. Walsh will discuss his vision for Will County and field questions.

Nov 11, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber November Business After Hours will be held at AUDI of Tinley Park
Tinley Park, Illinois - AUDI of Tinley Park, located at 8021 W. 159th St. in Tinley Park, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Thursday, Nov. 11 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Nov 08, 2004 Ho-Chunk Nation legislative counsel will speak about the new casino at the monthly Regional Consensus Luncheon
Matteson, Illinois - William Boulware, legislative counsel for the Ho-Chunk Nation, will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's Regional Consensus Luncheon on Nov. 8 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Holiday Inn - Matteson Hotel & Conference Center, 500 Holiday Plaza in Matteson.

Oct 29, 2004 Business Expo 2004 gave businesspeople the opportunity to expand markets
Tinley Park, Illinois - The 19th annunal Business Expo was held Thursday, Oct. 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Tinley Park Convention Center and was sponsored by Mi-Jack Products, Inc. and Holiday Inn Select Hotel & Convention Center, Tinley Park and co-sponsored by Daily Southtown/The Star.

Oct 28, 2004 University of Illinois president will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber Business Expo 2004
Tinley Park, IL - Join the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce at the Business Expo 2004 on Thursday, Oct. 28 at the Tinley Park Convention Center, I-80 and Harlem Ave., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year's theme is Local to Global.

Oct 28, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber Business Expo 2004 offers mentoring program for students
Tinley Park, IL - Exhibitors will have the opportunity to mentor high school or college students at their booth at the Business Expo 2004.

Oct 28, 2004 Learn the basic functions of popular computer programs at the Chicago Southland Chamber Business Expo
Tinley Park, IL - John Hojek of Prairie State College will lead four separate hands-on demonstrations teaching the benefits of the following computer programs at the Business Expo 2004.

Oct 28, 2004 Win a 2005 AUDI A4 1.8 Sedan at the Chicago Southland Chamber 2004 Business Expo
Tinley Park, IL - Win a 2005 AUDI A4 1.8 Sedan by purchasing a Business Expo 2004 raffle ticket.

Oct 28, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber Expo Networking Luncheon will be like speed dating for local businesses
Tinley Park, IL - "Speed Dating for Business" will be the topic of the Business Expo 2004 Networking Luncheon.

Oct 28, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber Expo Opening Breakfast will focus on economic forecasting
Tinley Park, IL - The Expo's Opening Breakfast will be held from 8 a.m. - 9 a.m. The featured keynote speaker Dr. J. Fred Giertz, professor of economics and member of the Institute of Government and Public Affairs at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign.

Oct 28, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber Business Expo 2004 helps globalize local businesses
Tinley Park, IL - Join the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce at the Business Expo 2004 on Thursday, Oct. 28 at the Tinley Park Convention Center, I-80 and Harlem Ave., from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. This year's theme is Local to Global.

Oct 27, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and St. James Hospital sponsors Health Care Forum
Olympia Fields, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and St. James Hospital and Health Centers are sponsoring a Health Care Forum that will be held Wednesday, Oct. 27 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Olympia Fields Country Club, 2800 Country Club Drive in Olympia Fields.

Oct 20, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber October Business After Hours will be held at Great Lakes Bank of Choice
Matteson, Illinois - Great Lakes Bank of Choice, located at 4600 W. Lincoln Highway in Matteson, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, Oct. 20 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Oct 14, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber Political Action Committee will host its annual Celebrity Auction
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's Political Action Committee (SouthPAC) will hold its annual Celebrity Auction on Thursday, Oct. 14 at Calumet Country Club, 175th St. and Western Ave. in Homewood. Open bar starts at 5:30 p.m. The auction begins at 6 p.m.

Oct 11, 2004 Director of the Governor's Office of Management and Budget John Filan to speak at Regional Consensus Luncheon
Matteson, Illinois - Director of the Governor's Office of Management and Budget (GOMB) John Filan will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber's monthly Regional Consensus Luncheon. The luncheon will be held at the Holiday Inn - Matteson Hotel & Conference Center, 500 Holiday Plaza in Matteson, on Monday, Oct. 11 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Oct 06, 2004 International Trade Basics Seminar presenter, Louisa Elder, will address the benefits of exporting
Oak Lawn, Illinois - NORBIC, an economic development organization promoting job growth and community advancement, will present the International Trade Basics Seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel & Convention Center, 9333 S. Cicero Ave. in Oak Lawn from 8 to 11 a.m. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. CenterPoint, NORBIC and the Chicago Southland Chamber are sponsoring the seminar.

Oct 01, 2004 Director General of Invest Hong Kong, Mike J.T. Rowse, comes from China to hold Asian trade and logistics seminar
Matteson, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber will hold a presentation for companies interested in Asian trade and logistic services to Asian shippers. Hong Kong: The Springboard for Trade into China will be held Friday, Oct. 1 from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Prairie State College - Matteson Area Center, 4821 Southwick Drive. Lunch will be served.

Sep 29, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber presents "E-Commerce: Customers, Clicks and Profits"
Chicago, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce presents "E-Commerce: Customers, Click and Profits; Playing the Game" at Pullman Bank & Trust, 1000 E. 111th St in Chicago, on Wednesday, Sept. 29 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. Registration begins at 8 a.m.

Sep 22, 2004 September Business After Hours will be held at SouthStar Services
Chicago Heights, Illinois - SouthStar Services, located at 1005 W. End Ave. in Chicago Heights, will host the next Chicago Southland Chamber's Business After Hours on Wednesday, Sept. 22 from 5 to 7 p.m.

Sep 20, 2004 The Chicago Southland Chamber would like to welcome AmeriPlan USA into its membership
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce would like to welcome its newest member, AmeriPlan USA.

Sep 19, 2004 International Trade Basics Seminar presenter, Louisa Elder, will address the benefits of exporting
Oak Lawn, Illinois - NORBIC, an economic development organization promoting job growth and community advancement, will present an International Trade Basics Seminar on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at Hilton Oak Lawn Hotel & Convention Center, 9333 S. Cicero Ave. in Oak Lawn from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m.

Sep 14, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber presents "Gender Relations: Work and the Female/Male Deal"
Matteson, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce introduces "Gender Relations: Work and the Female/Male Deal" presented by Linda McCabe at the Holiday Inn Matteson, 500 Holiday Plaza Blvd., on Tuesday, Sept. 14 from 8:30 to 11:00 a.m. Registration begins at 8:00 a.m.

Sep 13, 2004 U.S. Senate candidate Alan Keyes to speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Regional Consensus
Matteson, Illinois - U.S. Senate candidate Alan Keyes will speak at the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's Regional Consensus Luncheon at the Holiday Inn - Matteson Hotel & Conference Center, 500 Holiday Plaza Blvd., on Monday, Sept. 13 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Aug 25, 2004 Business After Hours at Carlson Wagonlit Travel
Homewood, Illinois - Bill Frank's TravelBrokers/Carlson Wagonlit Travel will host the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce's Business After Hours on Wednesday, Aug. 25 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m.

Jul 06, 2004 Chamber wins national awards
Homewood, Illinois - The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce has been recognized by the American Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE) for improvements to their monthly magazine and electronic communications.

Jun 09, 2004 Southland Chamber Departs for Europe
More than 22 business representatives from the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and the Illinois Trade Office will depart from O'Hare on Friday, June 11 to connect with European companies in Poland, Germany, and England.

Jun 08, 2004 Chicago Southland Chamber Foundation Presents College Scholarships to Twelve Area Students
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Foundation, in partnership with Ron Milnes, Commonwealth Edison and State Representative George Scully's Office will present 12 area students with scholarships.

Apr 01, 2004 Annual State Capital Visit gets Chamber Positions Out
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce delegation of 45 members and staff delivered a strong message to State Directors and Legislative Leaders, according to Chamber Chairman Jim Bush (American Eagle Steel). "We indicated to many of those we met with that the Southland is unhappy with the lack of attention we have received in regards to economic development."

Mar 22, 2004 Southland Chamber Bridges Digital Divide - Chamber becomes newest hotspot in the Southland
Members visiting the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce can now enjoy cable-free high-speed Internet access any time they stop by the Chamber or even while they attend a meeting at the Chamber offices.

Mar 19, 2004 2004 Edition of Chicago Southland Regional Guide Available through Southland Chamber Office
Homewood, Illinois - The 2004 edition of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Regional Guide is complete and ready for distribution through the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce.

Feb 28, 2004 Southland Chamber Announces Trade Mission to Europe
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce announced plans this week to hold its first-ever trade mission to Europe. The trade mission is in partnership with the Illinois Trade Office (ITO). It is planned for June 11-20 and will include visits to England, Germany and Poland. Through the efforts of the ITO offices in Europe, participating companies will have preset appointments.

Jan 30, 2004 Southland Chamber President's Award Presented to Joseph Christofanelli, Jr.
The Chamber's President's Award for Outstanding Service was awarded to Joseph Christofanelli Jr., Village of Glenwood, at the groups Annual Dinner. Christofanelli was recognized for his innovation in the area of economic development.

Jan 26, 2004 Local to Global - Southland Chamber Seeks International Business Opportunities
Recent results from the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce member survey show little current business activity in existence between Southland Businesses and other businesses internationally.

Jan 19, 2004 Wild Card for Business in 2004 - Health Insurance
In a recent survey undertaken by the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce, 75% of Southland businesses indicated that they either increased deductibles or employee contributions to counter an increase in health care insurance rates.

Jan 10, 2004 Southland Business Encouraged by 3rd Quarter Sales
In a recent survey undertaken by the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce, southland businesses indicated that 80% had seen more or the same amount of business during the 3rd quarter of this year as compared to the same period last year. An additional 19% indicated that they had less business during the same period.

Jan 01, 2004 Jim Bush Takes Office as Southland Chamber Chairman
At its Board of Directors Meeting, the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce elected Jim Bush of American Eagle Steel Company, LLC in South Holland as its Chairman for the upcoming year.

Jan 01, 2004 Holiday Sports Luncheon A success
Chicago's love of sports and its professional teams were put to good use at the 2003 Holiday Sports Luncheon at the Odyssey Country Club in Tinley Park on Tuesday, December 16th. In the background of the annual event was an auction put together to give deserving students a chance to attain higher education.

Oct 29, 2003 Southland Chamber launches new Business Forum
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce and Chicago Southland Business Magazine announced plans to launch its first quarterly Executive Forum - A program for Business Leaders.

Sep 12, 2003 Manufacturers Meet with Senator Durbin and State Senator Halvorson
Manufacturers met with Senator Dick Durbin and State Senator Debbie Halvorson with an important message - Do something about the current unfair foreign trade policies that are causing an unfair playing field in the world of manufacturing.

Sep 04, 2003 Southland Chamber of CommercePlays Host to Foreign Consulate Tour
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce hosted 34 members of the world diplomatic community on a tour of the Southland area on Thursday, September 4th.

Jul 07, 2003 Manufacturer's Summit held in Southland
Representatives from the steel industry, the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce, area industrial groups and manufacturing developments, met with legislators in an effort to create strategies for economic development for the Southland region.

Jun 18, 2003 Business Concerns Grow Over Blagojevich's State Budget Proposal
Members of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce cite growing concerns over recent legislation that would authorize hundreds of millions of dollars in new taxes and fees on business and manufacturers.

Jun 11, 2003 Southland Chamber Announces Pool Bond Program
Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce officials announced plans to develop a pool bond program to assist small and large businesses in acquiring tax-exempt bonds for expansion and development.

Jun 02, 2003 Chicago Southland Chamber Board Supports Restructuring of Illinois Tax System
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors unanimously supported a resolution encouraging the state to restructure Illinois' tax system, as proposed by Cook County Assessor Houlihan.

Jun 01, 2003 New Business Magazine Debuts in June
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce officially unveiled the new Chamber magazine entitled "Chicago Southland Business".

May 30, 2003 Southland Sets Sights on Boeing Opportunities
Manny Hoffman, Chairman of the Board of the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce met with representatives of The Boeing Company to ensure that the aerospace corporation has the Southland area at the top of its mind.

May 23, 2003 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Attends ICSC Leasing Convention
A delegation from the Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce met with developers from throughout the country at the annual ICSC convention.

May 23, 2003 Southland Economic Development Corporation Forms to Further Economic Development Effort for Southland Region
The Southland Economic Development Corporation merged six seperate Economic Development agencies at its first board meeting, formed a new corpation and began taking action.

May 16, 2003 Chicago Southland Chamber Foundation Awards Scholarships to Fourteen Area Students
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Foundation, in partnership with Ron Milnes, Commonwealth Edison and State Representative George Scully's Office, presented fourteen area students with scholarships.

May 16, 2003 Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce Holds Firm on Third Airport Initiatives
The Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce reiterated to the Southland Illinois Legislative Caucus the importance of voting "no" to proposed house legislation that would leave the development of a Southland airport out of future planning in the State of Illinois.

Jan 15, 2003 Chamber Selects New President
Area resident named new President and CEO of Chicago Southland Chamber.


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