The Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce is the leading business association in our region, representing over 1,200 businesses and organization that employ over 16,000 people. Our business IS business...we foster and promote a vibrant business environment that improves the quality of life in the Pekin area.
Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce的外部链接
402 Court Street`
US，IL，Pekin，61554
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Rural Small Business Advocate ?? Growing small-town success stories?? Can be found hiking, kayaking, or enjoying a local music venue????♀???
We are so excited to announce the date of the 2nd annual SmartStart Business Development Small Business Conference! One day dedicated to local small and microbusiness owners. More details soon! Kathleen Kelly Leigh Ann Brown Amy Whiting-McCoy
Today marks five incredible years as Executive Director, and I couldn’t be more grateful for this journey. It has been an honor to serve, lead, and grow alongside an amazing team and community. From challenges to triumphs, every moment has been a learning experience, and I’m proud of what we’ve accomplished together. Thank you to everyone who has supported, collaborated, and inspired me along the way—I couldn’t have done it without you! Here’s to the next chapter and continuing to make a difference!
So glad to attend and support this event! Bravo Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce!!
Yesterday was the Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce's State Legislative Luncheon, and let me tell you, the energy in that room was electric! We gathered 200 of our area's business and community leaders for an in-depth conversation with state elected officials about priorities for the state and our region. Businesses submitted questions and topics of interest ahead of time. During the discussion, businesses heard how some of the discussions in Springfield may impact them and were able to see the collaboration of our legislators. There are many people to thank for yesterday! Thank you to: ? Our Title Sponsor - METROPOLITAN AIRPORT AUTHORITY OF PEORIA ? Our elected officials who took the stage - Senator Dave Koehler, State Representative Jehan Gordon Booth, Representative Travis Weaver, and Senator Li Arellano Jr. ? The wonderful moderator - Alex Sierra ? Our Collaborative Partners at our neighboring Chambers - Amy Whiting-McCoy, Rick Swan, Larry Ivory, Christell Frausto, and Kim Litwiller ? Thanks to all of our members for joining the conversation! There will be much more of this type of programming to come!
?? Calling All Vendors! ?? ?? Are you ready to showcase your business and connect with potential customers, clients, and partners? Here's your chance! Join us for the 2025 Job Fair & Business Expo – an exciting opportunity to highlight your products, services, and job openings while networking with a vibrant community of attendees. ?? Event Date: March 6, 2025 ?? Location: Pekin Moose Lodge ? Time: 4-6 PM As a vendor, you'll: ? Gain visibility for your brand ? Network with fellow businesses and job seekers ? Make valuable connections that help grow your business ?? Vendor spots are limited, so secure your space today! ?? Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/gNuFfRnH ?? For more details, email [email protected] Don't miss this chance to make your mark! Let’s grow and thrive together! ???? #JobFair #BusinessExpo #VendorOpportunities #Networking
Each year we host the R. David Tebben Community Leadership Academy in an effort to support and develop those individuals that are rising in the ranks of their company or organization, or aspire to do so. The application for the 2025 Academy is now open! Visit our website at https://lnkd.in/gubZvr9A to learn more.
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All of 2023, Pekin permitted 6 new single family homes. Four months into 2024, we're on pace to do 50+, and we have a new 34-unit duplex development in site plan review! Growth ebbs and flows, and you have to be ready when it comes. Pekin is ready, so give me a call if you want to be a part of it - (309) 278-5355. City Of Pekin
Kicking off Small Business Week supporting entrepreneurs from Pekin and around the region!
Rural Small Business Advocate ?? Growing small-town success stories?? Can be found hiking, kayaking, or enjoying a local music venue????♀???
Tomorrow is the big day! Last year, Kathleen Kelly, Leigh Ann Brown, and I had this crazy idea to create a local small business conference. Our idea was to collaborate with local small business resource providers and invite entrepreneurs from our region for a day of education and connection. It rolled around in the back of our minds until this past February when we decided "let's do it!" We brought in partners who have the same passion for small businesses that we do and got to work. ( Amy Whiting-McCoy with the Pekin Area Chamber of Commerce . Eric Sampson and Chris Youngmark of the Illinois SBDC at Bradley University. Matt Fick with the City of Delavan. Kim Litwiller with the Morton Economic Development Council. SmartStart Business Development.) Tomorrow, we will host 50 local small business owners at the inaugural SmartStart Small Business Conference. Our goal is that they leave the conference knowing they are not alone in their small business journey. We want them to get plugged into our vibrant entrepreneurial ecosystem and the resources available to help them succeed. So, here's to a fantastic day tomorrow and hopes that our crazy idea will have a lasting impact on our small business community.