Chamber Aims to Expand Value for Members

By Lou Sandoval, President and CEO, Illinois Chamber of Commerce

The Illinois Chamber of Commerce will celebrate its 105th anniversary on May 27^th, 2024. The Chamber was established in 1919 by 24 prominent business leaders from various parts of the state with the aim of advocating for all businesses in Illinois. Despite the many changes that have taken place in the world over the last century, one thing has remained constant - the resilience and growth of Illinois businesses. As members and business owners, you are the foundation of our community, and we are committed to supporting your long-term success for many years to come.

As President and CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, I am honored to serve and expand the value proposition for our members. Although advocacy remains one of our core principles, we strive to adapt to the dynamic business environment and offer more value to all our members, regardless of their size. Our focus is on providing tools that will enhance the representation of businesses across all sectors, with inclusivity across the economic spectrum. To achieve this, we will work through our affiliate member chambers across the state and engage the largest special interest group in the state - businesses and business owners. We aim to keep them informed and active on issues that may hinder the business climate in Illinois.

As we begin the new year, we are filled with excitement and anticipation for all that 2024 has in store for us. We are committed to working closely with all of you to achieve our shared goals and drive positive change. We will be the unifying factor in providing opportunities to enhance your connections with each other in addition to catalyzing your business[LS1] growth. I am excited to announce that I will keep visiting business companies to gain a deeper understanding of your needs and how we can serve you better. Your success is our top priority, and we are committed to providing you with the necessary resources and support you need to succeed.

In the latest issue of the Illinois Business Leader, we are privileged to feature articles from our esteemed members, Nicor and IFMK Law, Ltd. Additionally, we will be sharing insights from HeplerBroom on insurance coverage for underlying BIPA lawsuits. We will also provide you with our key takeaways from the Governor's State of the State address delivered in February. Lastly, we are excited to present the results of the latest Independent Contractor survey conducted by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce in collaboration with Chamber Member, Doordash.

We look forward to the important work ahead and to a bright future for Illinois businesses.

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