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Working Together for the Business Community
The Chamber Councils & Committees
It's in working together that we build up the strength of the business community. There's many ways to get involved. The Rockford Chamber of Commerce has six councils that serve different functions and highlight different interest groups. Take a look at how you can get involved. Call 815-987-8100 for more information.
Government Affairs Council
Meets to discuss issues facing the region's business community, advocates on behalf of business with public officials and affects the policy positions taken by the Chamber's board of directors.
Meets: Second Fridays, 7:00 a.m. at Stockholm Inn
Staff Contact: Einar Forsman, 815-987-8100
Minority Business Council
Hosts monthly meetings designed to share information, discuss best practices, promote collaboration and foster business growth for minority professionals, business owners and managers.
Meets: Fourth Tuesdays, 1:30 p.m. at the Rockford Chamber offices.
Staff Contact: Einar Forsman, 815-987-8100
Business Education Council
Works to educate members on sound business practices with monthly "Breakfast Buzz" seminars on sales, marketing, human resources and other business-related topics.
Meets: Second Wednesdays, 7:30 a.m. at Woodward Technology Center (RVC). Sponsored by RSM McGladrey, Inc.
Staff Contact: Barb Connors, 815-316-4319
Business Women's Council
Meets monthly to foster networking and education for women in business. Meetings are designed to help women shape their dreams, achieve professional goals and generate positive results in their lives.
Meets: First Tuesday, 11:30 a.m. at Forest Hills Country Club. Sponsored by Thayer Lighting, Inc.
Staff Contact: Stacy Mullins, 815-316-4302
Public Education Council
The Public Education Council focuses on assisting the public education system in meeting the needs of the business community. The council aims to identify objectives for improving Rockford's public education system to foster business growth and retention, and to support the Rockford Public Schools Board and Administration in achieving those goals.
Staff Contact: Einar Forsman, 815-987-8100
Manufacturers Council
Works to ensure manufacturing continues to play a vital role in the Rockford Region. Hosts manufacturing-related events and works to develop and improve a range of services for existing manufacturers. Open to manufacturers only.
2009 Manufacturers Council Action Plan (PDF file download)
Meets: Steering committee, first Wednesdays, 7:30 a.m. at EIGERlab. Education & Outreach subcommittee, third Tuesdays, 4 p.m., at various locations.
Staff Contact: Mindy Shockley, 815-316-4337
Ambassadors Club - Click here for more information
The volunteer arm of the Chamber. Wearing traditional red blazers, Ambassadors serve as mentors to new members, and are active at grand openings, ribbon cuttings, open houses and Chamber events.
Meets: Second Thursdays, 11:45 a.m. at Various locations
Staff Liaison: Becky Brown, 815-316-4317
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