5:00 PM Worship (& Children’s Programming)
9:30 AM Worship (& Childcare, Live Broadcast)
11:00 AM Worship (& Childcare, Online Replay Available)
Join us & connect through hoops! No hula hooping done during this speed networking event. Just good old fashion networking!
Contact Karen or Melissa at the chamber today to register.
melissa@nkcchamber.com or 847-426-8565
Lunch with the Easter Bunny! Bring your camera and capture the memories!
Holiday Inn & Suites in Elgin is hosting Easter brunch. Multiple different seating times available. Make your reservations today!
WE CAN Make a Difference.
Our Team at PADS of Elgin knows WE CAN make a difference with our services and compassionate care of individuals experiencing homelessness. WE CAN work together to provide each guest with the opportunity for a better future. Our Team is diverse and inclusive. We CAN make a difference in our community.
PADS offers rewarding career opportunities for individuals who share that vision. We are committed to diversity and offer a competitive compensation package, including paid vacation, sick leave, and health benefits.
Join members of the NKCC, officials from the Village of East Dundee & members of the community to celebrate the official Grand Opening of Spruce Hair Company in East Dundee!
We are thrilled they have chosen our community to call home. Ribbon Cuttings are a great opportunity to network in a casual setting while celebrating a new business in our community!
Please remember to bring your business cards and RSVP to Melissa at melissa@nkcchamber.com
Be our guest for an experience like no other–where good food, good beer, and good friends gather. Savor the flavors of Spring with exclusive dishes only offered during Emmett’s Brewmaster Dinner Series. Enjoy a beer reception, brewery tour, and 5-course meal paired with 4 craft brews. Join us at any one of our three Emmett’s locations.
Tickets are required and may be purchased in person or by phone in advance. Reserve your spot today before they fill up!
5 COURSES + 4 BEERS + BREWERY TOUR
$80 PER PERSON • BEER RECEPTION STARTS AT 6:30PM
West Dundee: April 18, 2024
Palatine: April 25, 2024
Downers Grove: May 2, 2024
THE MENU
1ST COURSE
BRAISED PORK BELLY
Roasted Corn and Poblano Griddle Cake, Pineapple Salsa, Cilantro Cream
Paired with: Vendetta (American Red Ale)
2ND COURSE
GRILLED APRICOT SALAD
Arugula, Prosciutto Crudo, Grilled Apricots, Creamy Ricotta, Toasted Pine Nuts, Caramelized Red Onion and Balsamic Vinaigrette
Paired with: Cryo Hazy IPA
3RD COURSE
CHAMOMILE HONEY SORBET
Woodford Reserve Accent
4TH COURSE
PISTACHIO CRUSTED MAHI MAHI
Orange Cream Sauce, Garlic Ginger Basmati Rice, Soy Glazed Bok Choy, Tempura Scallions
Paired with: Kona Kolsch
5TH COURSE
BLUEBERRY TIRAMISU
Lemon Mascarpone
Paired with: Blueberry Sour
Egg-citing news! FREE COMMUNITY EVENT 100% sponsored and supported by local businesses! We’ll be on the lookout for eggs at Carpenters Park in Carpentersville. Hop on over for some springtime fun!
March 30th 2024, 12:00 PM
Sabatino Park, 145 Thorobred Ln. Sleepy Hollow
Children scramble to gather eggs left by the Easter Bunny in the fields of Sabatino Park. The hunt is divided into several age categories including one for those with special needs. After the eggs are collected, children open the candy filled eggs in anticipation of one of the “golden” tickets that awards the bearer a grand prize. The empty eggs are then returned and a special treat for participation is awarded. Don’t forget to watch for the Easter Bunny, the Bunny makes a special appearance at the event to mingle with the children and is also available for pictures.
Details can be found in The Legend newsletter on the Village’s home page.
Thursday, March 21st, 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM
NKCC Community Room
20 S. Grove Ave. ~ Carpentersville
Learn more about the Northern Kane County Chamber and how membership works for you.
Been a member for a while?
The membership lunch is a great refresher course to reengage your business into the chamber and the benefits offered to you.
· Learn how to maximize your investment
· Build Connections with other chamber members
· Network your business
There is no cost to attend thanks to our event sponsor,
The West Dundee River Challenge is back for it’s 8th year, once again hosting the first day of the Intelligentsia Cup 10-day bike race criterium. To complement a full day of racing, we will be hosting a community festival in the Old Town North neighborhood.
In Grafelman Park, the KidZone will feature inflatables, activities and kid-friendly food. The Dundee Open-Air Market will host local businesses selling their wares and showcasing their services.
Down the hill on North 2nd Street, the Restaurant and Entertainment Corridor features race-day menus from local restaurants, as well as the Afterparty festivities including music, food and drinks.
We’re excited to invite you to a special speaker session presented by the Alzheimer’s Association. Join us for valuable insights and practical tips to help caregivers respond to dementia related behavior. We look forward to sharing this informative and supportive evening with you!
RSVP today! http://tinyurl.com/RightatHomeALZ
If you have not attended our golf outing in the past, do not miss out this year! Join us on the course for 18 holes of golf, networking & a whole lot of fun with members!
Price includes, 18 holes of golf, continental breakfast, lunch at the turn, & dinner. Also includes is, ALL on course games, string, mulligans, & 2 drink tickets on the course. If you don’t have a foursome, we will find a foursome for you. Be sure to register early to secure your spot. This event sells out every year.
OTTO – designed, manufactured and precision tested, right here in the USA.
OTTO is a manufacturer for demanding applications which are used across various industries; private and governmental. Some of our parts include switches in the medical and aviation industries. Our grips are used in helicopters and heavy machinery. Our communication devices include speaker microphones which are used by police officers and emergency personnel throughout the world. Our products are durable because people’s lives depend on our products working properly. OTTO prides itself on making durable quality products and providing excellence to its customers.
Keeping the OTTO Culture
A strong family bond flows throughout our organization and at the root of OTTO’s success are the fine employees who arrive every day and commit to total customer satisfaction.
Join the Illinois SBDC at Elgin Community College (part of the Illinois SBDC Network) for an exciting event in March in conjunction with our year-long 75th Anniversary celebration! We are going to be doing what we hope is an annual event where we come together as community businesses and stakeholders to have a great breakfast from our chefs here at ECC, network, and then learn together about some key issues that businesses are facing! This is a – event so please sign up early as spaces will fill up quickly! Register using the QR code in the image below or from our website: www.elgin.edu/sbdc
For more information, please contact:
Ian King – iking@elgin.edu
Director of the Business Development Center
Phone: (847) 214-7034
We are seeking an Administration Coordinator to join our team! You will perform clerical and administrative functions in order to drive company success.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
We specialize in residential, commercial, property management, with properties that span the suburbs of Chicago.
Contact:
Tim O’Brien
Owner/President
All County Fox Valley Property Management
E: tim@allcountyfv.com
P: 224-375-7575
Allcountyfv.com
Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 10:30 a.m. at the Eagles Club (325 Raymond Drive, Gilberts, IL 60136).
The Northwest Suburban Office of Right at Home Receives 2024 Best of Home Care® – Top 100 Leader in Experience Award
Dundee – The Northwest Suburban Office of Right at Home with locations in Barrington, Dundee and Mount Prospect announced today that it received the distinguished 2024 Best of Home Care –Top 100 Leader in Experience Award for the third year in a row, from HCP, the leading firm in experience management for post-acute care. The Top 100 Leader in Experience Award is the highest recognition awarded by HCP and is only awarded to 100 home care businesses in North America. Recipients must consistently rank among the very highest in 10 or more quality metrics. As a Top 100 Leader in Experience Award recipient, Right at Home-NW is recognized among the very best home care providers participating in the nationwide HCP Experience Management Program.
This accomplishment demonstrates Right at Home -NW’s long-term dedication to excellent care and quality improvement. To qualify for this award, 10% of Right at Home’s clients and employees were interviewed each month by HCP. Over a 12-month period, Right at Home – NW received high client and caregiver satisfaction ratings in areas such as caregiver training, compassion of caregivers, communication, scheduling, client/caregiver compatibility, and more. Using feedback from clients and employees, as well as quality benchmarks from HCP, the Right at Home – NW’s management team set goals to reach the highest level of Experience possible.
“When our Northwest Suburban Office of Right at Home was established 20 years ago, our vision was to establish an environment dedicated to excellence, with an unwavering commitment to exceptional customer service. In a world where outstanding customer service has become a rare commodity, we refuse to settle for mediocrity and continuously aspire to improve ourselves every day. I’m delighted our employees share this commitment to provide exceptional customer service.” says Jeanette Palmer, President.
The Best of Home Care – Top 100 Leader in Experience Award highlights the top-performing home care businesses in the nation. HCP believes that by honoring these providers, families looking for in-home care for a loved one will be able to recognize and choose a trusted home care provider.
“At HCP, our mission is to help post-acute care businesses create an experience that goes beyond client and caregiver expectations; ultimately improving outcomes for all stakeholders in the care continuum,” says Todd Austin, President of HCP. “When we see agencies like the Northwest Suburban Office of Right at Home that have so effectively provided outstanding care and employment experiences, we know we’re on the right track. Right at Home – NW has worked extremely hard to prioritize high-quality care and employment, and their work hasn’t gone unnoticed. This award allows them to show proof of quality to potential clients and caregivers.”
To find out more about The Northwest Suburban Office of Right at Home’s commitment to excellence, please visit www.rahnw.com or call 847-396-9000.
About The Northwest Suburban Office of Right at Home
The Northwest Office of Right at Home with locations in Barrington, Barrington Hills, Dundee and Mount Prospect is a locally owned and operated franchise office of Right at Home, LLC, serving the communities of Algonquin, Arlington Heights, Barrington, Barrington Hills, Carpentersville, Cary, Crystal Lake, Deer Park, Des Plaines, Dundee, Fox River Grove, Hoffman Estates, Inverness, Kildeer, Lake Zurich, Long Grove, McHenry, Mount Prospect, Niles, North Barrington, Palatine, Park Ridge, Port Barrington, Richmond, Rosemont, South Barrington, Trout Valley, and Wonder Lake. For more information, contact The Northwest Suburban Office of Right at Home at www.rahnw.com, at 847-396-9000 or by email at info@rahnw.com.
About HCP
HCP’s vision is to partner with the long-term and post-acute care industry, providing mission-critical applications to improve outcomes for all stakeholders in the care continuum, enabling the delivery of exceptional experiences. HCP offers RN-developed training, satisfaction surveys, hiring and reputation management tools designed to help you become the best employer and provider in your area—and make sure everyone knows about it. Known industry-wide for its Benchmarking Report and Best of Home Care awards, HCP is redefining the future of post-acute care. For more information, visit https://www.homecarepulse.com/.
High School Seniors and College Students, affiliated with the NKC Chamber or residing in the NKCC market area, may begin creating a student profile starting January 23,2024.
The deadline to apply for 2023-24 scholarships sponsored by NKCC Women in Business Dollars for Scholars is 5:00 PM April 15th, 2024.
Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Dollars for Scholars is dedicated to the continuing education, development, mentoring and improvement of chamber members and providing scholarships for High School Seniors and College students affiliated with the Northern Kane County Chamber or residing in the NKCCC market area. The Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce (NKCCC) is an advocate for commerce, industry and development in the northern Fox Valley villages of Carpentersville, East Dundee, Gilberts, Sleepy Hollow and West Dundee, IL.
Scholarships
Scholarships are awarded to High School Seniors and College students affiliated with the NKC Chamber or residing in the NKCC market area.
Students must apply for scholarships through the web portal. The selection process takes into consideration academic achievement, school activities, faculty appraisal, community service, work experience, family situation and a written statement of goals and aspirations.
Would you like to be part of a big purpose?
Contribute
Your financial contribution of any size is welcomed and encouraged to ensure the availability of scholarship funds. You Gift to Dollars for Scholars® is an investment in our community.
“Donate Now” to make a tax deductible donation.
Join
We invite you to join us for networking, business education and scholarship fundraising at one of our monthly luncheons.
Encourage
Encourage students to apply through our web portal. Their application will be entered into the Scholarship America® system where they will be presented with all the scholarship they are eligible for in the database.
Early morning of networking Hosted by The Village of Carpentersville
Join us for coffee & light refreshments while networking with other local businesses & Chamber members in our community.
Learn what the Village has planned for 2024. Juice, coffee and light pastries will be provided.
Please RSVP for the event at Rise & Shine RSVP or to the chamber office at melissa@nkcchamber.com
Join us for our monthly meet and greet, networking opportunity for Hispanic Business Owners! Bring your questions and your ideas so you can network with other like-minded business owners in our community!
Lots of information, support, and opportunities available!
Questions or for more information please contact Oscar Tapia at oscar.tapia@bmo.com
or Melissa Hernandez at melissa@nkcchamber.com
* Customer Service Reps
* Maintenance Technicians
* Shipping/Receiving
* CNC Operators
* Custodians
* MIG Welders
* Machine Operators
* Warehouse Associates
And many more.
We are always looking for exceptional candidates who are looking for a new or better career. Our goal is to help as many people as possible in McHenry County find good jobs by helping as many clients as possible find qualified employees for their businesses.
We offer the following benefits:
* Medical Plan
* Dental Plan
* Holiday Pay (6 Days Observed)
* 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
* Vision/Eyewear Plan
* Vacation Pay
* Life Insurance
* Prescription Drug Reimbursement
* Short-Term Disability
* $200 Referral Bonus Opportunity
* Giveaway Opportunities
Ways to apply:
* View our job postings and apply on our website at www.ExpressHires.com
* Email us your resume to jobs.northkanecountyil@expresspros.com
* Call us at (847) 426-0404
* Visit our Office at 750 S 8th Street, West Dundee, IL 60118
Improving our community through networking and higher education opportunities.
Women in Business is dedicated to the continuing education, development, mentoring and improvement of chamber members and proud representative of the Dollars for Scholars ® Program providing scholarships for High School Seniors and College students affiliated with the Northern Kane County Chamber or residing in the NKCC market area. We appreciate your help in supporting our mission.
Don’t forget, we will be selling raffle tickets at each of our monthly luncheons. Ever dollar raised from our raffles goes directly to our scholarship fund.
CASA Kane County is looking for more volunteers to help support children who need it through the foster care system. CASA Kane County is nonprofit volunteer organization advocating for the best interest of children in abuse and neglect situations throughout Northern Illinois. CASA (Court Appointed Special Advocates/Guardian ad Litem) volunteers are specially trained to become the objective voice of a child for a judge.
Want More Information About Volunteering for CASA? Join a Virtual Information Meeting: Thursday May 16th from NOON-1:00 PM
Court Appointed Special Advocate and Guardian Ad Litem Volunteers come from every walk of life and share a commitment to improving children’s lives. Fill out the form and attend to learn more on how you can be the one caring and consistent adult making a difference in a child’s life!
We are looking for people who are as driven as we are to improve the quality of life for those we serve. It’s an incredibly rewarding mission that our team is dedicated to achieving. Our support staff and caregivers play key roles in empowering seniors with the support they need to remain in their homes. It’s not just a bonus—in our eyes, it’s the basis of everything we do. If you’d like to help us live out our mission, join our team!
We take pride in providing the highest quality of care for our clients and the very best working environment and culture for our caregivers. Here at Right at Home Northwest Suburban Chicago, we truly believe that taking care of our clients starts with taking care of our caregivers. We offer our caregiving staff a supportive care environment by investing in our caregivers.
By 2050, 1.6 billion people in the world will be over age 65. That is over a billion reasons to care. Guided by our core values, we intend to help these seniors remain in their homes.
APPLY ONLINE TODAY! CLICK HERE: Right at Home Job Opportunities
At Northwestern Medicine, we know that diversity makes us better, and we are committed to cultivating a workforce as diverse as the patients we serve. In an inclusive environment, every interaction with patients, families and co-workers has the potential to make a profound impact — on them and on you.
Northwestern Medicine is a leading integrated academic health system where the patient comes first. No matter where you work at Northwestern Medicine, you will be an integral part of our relentless quest to deliver better health care. Within our facilities, our quest for better includes world-class medical care and groundbreaking research. Beyond our walls, it includes building better communities across Chicagoland together with our community partners. To learn more about our community initiatives, visit nm.org/community.
We are an equal opportunity employer and provide competitive benefits, ranging from tuition reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment to 401(k) matching and wellness benefits. We are dedicated to your well-being so you can be dedicated to our patients.
Local job opportunities With Northwestern Medicine
2024 Woman in Business, Dollars for Scholars, Scholarship Applications are now Available
High School Seniors and College Students, affiliated with the NKC Chamber or residing in the NKCC market area, may begin creating a student profile starting January 23,2024.
The deadline to apply for 2023-24 scholarships sponsored by NKCC Women in Business Dollars for Scholars is 5:00 PM April 15th, 2024.
42nd Annual NKCC Golf Outing
If you have not attended our golf outing in the past, do not miss out this year! Join us on the course for 18 holes of golf, networking & a whole lot of fun with members!
Price includes, 18 holes of golf, continental breakfast, lunch at the turn, & dinner. Also includes is, ALL on course games, string, mulligans, & 2 drink tickets on the course. If you don’t have a foursome, we will find a foursome for you. Be sure to register early to secure your spot. This event sells out every year.
Purpose:
The Northern Kane County Ambassadors Committee is comprised of local business professionals who function as the public relations arm of the chamber, intent on growing & retaining membership by providing an educated approach to the benefits, services, & events offered through the chamber. Becoming involved in a committee gives your business additional exposure as well.
Benefits:
Ambassador listings in monthly correspondence/email blasts when appropriate
Meetings:
Meetings are scheduled on the 2nd Wedensday of every month @ 9:30 AM in the Community Room at the Chamber of Commerce office in Carpentersville. Depending on the agenda meetings will be 30-60 minutes in duration. Meeting dates are subject to change.
Meet our Ambassadors:
Cheryl Alopogianis ~ Tastefully Simple ~ calopogianis@hotmail.com
Bryant Crawford ~ 5-Star Computer Services, Inc. ~ Bcrawford@5-starcomputers.com
Arlene De La Cruz ~ The Matrix Group ~ Arlene.sa.delacruz@gmail.com
Hanadi Dib ~ First American Bank ~ Hdib@Firstambank.com
Vicki Genz ~ Keller Williams Success Realty ~ vicki@newviewgr.com
Cornelia Krueger ~ Avon Consultant ~ cgkrueger@sbcglobal.net
Ann Meyer ~ Ann Meyer Agency, Farmers Ins. ~ Ameyer@farmersagent.com
James Byrnes ~ Broker, Baird & Warner ~ james.byrnes.realtor@gmail.com
If you are interested in becoming involved on our Ambassador Committee, please contact the Chamber office 847-426-8565.
We are so excited the 2024 Community Guide is available on-line and available in print!
Stop by to pick up your copy!
Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce
Updated as of June 21th 2021, information on Local Restaurants:
Alexander’s Cafe – (847) 888-4146 – 1725 N. State St., Elgin
https://www.facebook.com/alexanderscafe
Aliano’s Ristorante – (847) 844-0528- 310 N. River St. East Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/alianoseastdundee
Bamboozels – (630) 903-1743 – 101 W. Main St., West Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/bamboozels/
Bandito Barneys – (847) 426-7300 – 10 N. River St., East Dundee
http://www.banditobarneysbeachclub.com
https://www.facebook.com/banditobarneys/
Bleuroot ~ Farm to Table
https://www.facebook.com/bleurootrestaurant
Cook’s Ice Cream ~ (847) 915-5034
https://www.facebook.com/cooksicecream
Culver’s of Carpentersville – (847) 649-3225- 8000 Miller Road, Carpentersville
https://www.culvers.com/restaurants/carpentersville
https://www.facebook.com/CulversCarpentersville
Diamond Jim’s – (224) 484-8554 – 325 Meier Ave., East Dundee
https://www.diamondjimsdundee.com
https://www.facebook.com/diamondjimsdundee/
Dolly’s Gaming Café ~ (847) 714-4242 ~ 210 Penny Ave., East Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/Dollyscafe711
East Side Café’ Coffee & Wine Bar – 224-699-9820 – 316 N. River St. ~ East Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/theuncommonpalate
Emmett’s Tavern and Brewing Co. – (847) 428-4500 – 128 W. Main St. West Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/emmettsbrewingcowestdundee
Jersey Mike’s Subs (224) 293-2688 – 123 S. Western Ave., Carpentersville
https://www.jerseymikes.com/27059/carpentersville-il
https://www.facebook.com/JerseyMikesCarpentersville27059
Panera Bread (847) 649-5180 – 101 S. Western Ave., Carpentersville
https://www.facebook.com/PaneraBreadCarpentersvilleIL
River Street Tavern – (224) 293-2033 – 102 N. River Street, East Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/RSTavern
Rosie O’Hare’s – (847) 426-1116 – 702 Water St, East Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/Rosie-Ohares-Public-House-111463448893726
Southern Belle’s – (224) 699-9959 – 152 S. Western Ave., Carpentersville
https://www.southernbellespancakes.com
https://www.facebook.com/southernbellescarpentersville
The Village Squire – (847) 428-4483 – 125 Washington St. West Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/The-Village-Squire-Restaurants-1069721133063707/
WoodFire Pizza – (847) 844-0886 – 127 W. Main St West Dundee
Woodfire Brickoven Pizza Rockford and West Dundee
https://www.facebook.com/woodfirewestdundee
N3 meets every Friday 8:30 ~ 9:30 AM
Chamber Community Room ~ 20 S. Grove Ave. Suite 102 ~ Carpentersville
N3 is a weekly, non-compete network group within the Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce.
Our group consists of friendly, dedicated professionals in many different businesses ready to serve you.
We generate referrals to help each other grow our business.
Call the chamber today for more information!
847-426-8565
BARC is a weekly , non-compete network group within the Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce.
Our group consists of friendly, dedicated professionals in many different businesses ready to serve you.
We generate referrals to help each other grow our business. Call the chamber today for more information!
847-426-8565
More About BARC . . .
BARC is a non-compete, referral-based networking group. We make incredible connections, while building solid relationships.
Meeting Time: Tuesdays 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m.
Location: Chamber Office
Investment: $50 annually. BARC members are also members of the Northern Kane County Chamber.
Expectations:
Consumers and businesses alike prefer to do business with someone they know, like and trust.
The goal of BARC and its members is to support and develop relationships with like minded business professionals who recognize the importance of referring customers to someone they KNOW, working with businesses they LIKE, and most importantly, TRUST that their customers will be well taken care of.
Our MISSION is to help each member of the group to cultivate and procure additional new business through our team efforts.
Attend and learn ” How To”: Promote your business. Practice your speaking skills in front of groups.
Polish your Elevator Speech (advertisement). Build Relationships which promotes confidence.
Learn what a good referral is for each member. Promote what a good referral is for your business.
Business networking is the process of establishing a mutually beneficial relationship with other business people and potential customers.
BPC meets every Wednesday 8:30 ~ 9:30 AM
Northern Kane County Chamber Community Room
20 S. Grove St. Ste 102 ~ Carpentersville
BPC is a weekly, non-compete network group within the Northern Kane County Chamber of Commerce.
Our group consists of friendly, dedicated professionals in many different businesses ready to serve you.
We generate referrals to help each other grow our business.
For more information please contact the Chamber office 847-426-8565