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!
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
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!
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.
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.
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
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!
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
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