Chamber Advantage

The past few weeks have brought some fantastic networking events, and the energy has been wonderful to see. As a business owner, you never know where your next lead, customer, or partnership will come from. Being in a room with peers, neighbors, and fellow entrepreneurs who are all looking to grow brings you that much closer to those opportunities.

We know it takes energy to show up. But when you do, you rarely regret it. Showing up is an investment in yourself and your work, and it pays off in ways you do not always expect.

The Chamber has something for you at every stage of your business journey. We have highlighted a few upcoming events below, and we encourage you to browse our full events calendar for more great happenings from us and our members throughout the community.

We hope to see you soon!

Warmly,

Melissa Mallinson
Executive Director

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COMING UP THIS WEEK

PLAN YOUR MONTH

Check Out Our Full Calendar!

Early Bird pricing for the Spotlight Awards runs through October 1st.

On Tuesday, October 13, we'll gather at The Nineteenth Century Charitable Association to recognize this year's finalists across six categories and cast our votes, live in the room, for the OPRF Choice Award.

See The Finalists

Get Tickets

INTERESTED IN SPONSORING?

Levels range from High Top to Presenting, and Award Sponsors get naming rights on an award and a say in selecting the honoree. Take a look at the sponsorship packet, then reach out to Julian Sanchez at specialevents@oprfchamber.org.

MEET OUR HISPANIC-OWNED MEMBERS

Sugar Fixe Patisserie

Since 2011, they've brought French technique to scratch baking in Downtown Oak Park, from morning croissants and macarons to the wedding cakes and dessert tables behind plenty of local celebrations. Learn more.

Grachan Agency

Esther's agency on Lake Street covers the full range, from business owners and workers' comp policies to home, auto, and Medicare plans. Learn more.

Keep an eye out for more members over the next two weeks, and browse our full list of diversely-owned businesses anytime.

That’s it for this week—thanks for reading and for helping our business community thrive together!

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Oak Park-River Forest Chamber of Commerce

1101 Lake St., Suite 307, Oak Park, IL 60301

708.613.0550 | info@oprfchamber.org | www.oprfchamber.org