The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce

Another FANTASTIC Chamber on Tap we had last night at Arlington's with March hosts, Springfield Clinic and the Alzheimer's Association?!! Thank you to Cured Catering for providing the delicious appetizers and the beverages! Congratulations to Grant Franklin with Heartland Bank and Trust Company on WINNING the Springfield Clinic & Alzheimer's Association Swag Bag! Thank you to everyone who came! We hope everyone enjoyed themselves and we can't wait to ?? you at the next #ChamberOnTap!

??Don't Miss the State of Greater Springfield!?? Join us for the State of Greater Springfield, presented by CREN (Commercial Real Estate Network), an essential annual gathering of local business owners, elected officials, and community leaders. ???Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025 ?Time: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM ??Location: President Abraham Lincoln Hotel This year’s event will feature Mayor Buscher of Springfield and Sangamon County Board Chairman Van Meter, who will provide updates on: ??City & County Achievements ?? Challenges We Face ?? Future Plans & Directions Following the presentations, the leaders will answer questions submitted by attendees! ?Early Bird Rate: Only $50 per person through April 22! ??Table Sponsorships available. ?? For more information or to get registered, go to www.gscc.org or contact Melissa Horn at 217-525-1173 x 216 or by email at [email protected] Don’t miss your chance to connect with the community and hear from our local leaders. Secure your spot today! #SOGS2025

Don't forget to join The Chamber for Chamber on Tap with March hosts, Springfield Clinic and the Alzheimer's Association? TOMORROW night at Arlington's from 4:30 - 6:30 pm for a great evening of networking! Cured Catering will be providing amazing appetizers and complimentary beverages for those in attendance while connecting with fellow Chamber members. Don't forget those business cards at the office, as Swag Bags from Springfield Clinic and the Alzheimer's Association will be up for grabs! Chamber members: $5 / Non-Chamber members: $15 ~ The Chamber accepts credit card payments at all networking events. Can't wait to see everyone tomorrow night, Thursday, March 20 for #ChamberOnTap!

?? Welcome, Spring! ?? The season of growth, warmth, and fresh starts is finally here! ?? ?? Let’s soak up the sunshine, enjoy the blooms, and embrace all the new possibilities this season brings. ???? Here’s to brighter days ahead! ????

???Calling All Nominations: Small Business Owner of the Year! ??? The Chamber’s Small Business Awards, presented by Hickory Point Bank, will take place on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, at the Crowne Plaza Springfield - Convention Center from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm. This is your chance to recognize the outstanding achievements of local small business owners! ??Nominees will be honored in four different categories in front of their peers, with the recipients announced at the event. ???Early Bird Registration: $50 per person until May 28! ??Table Sponsorships also available. For more info, to nominate, or to register, head to ?? www.gscc.org Questions? Reach out to Melissa Horn at 217-525-1173 x 216 or via email at [email protected]. Let’s celebrate our local small businesses and their hard work! ?? #SBA2025

?? Job Seekers, Don't Miss This! ?? Looking for your next career opportunity? Don’t miss the Job Fair on March 25 at the Crowne Plaza Springfield Convention Center presented by Lincoln Land Community College! ?? Two Job Fairs, One Day: ??Youth Job Fair: 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm (for High School Students) ??Spring Job Fair: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm (Job Seekers of all ages welcome) ??? Whether you're looking for your first job or your next career move, this is your chance to connect with employers and explore new opportunities. For more information go to??www.gscc.org. A full list of employers for both fairs can be found on the event page. We can't wait to see you at the Chamber's Job Fair Tuesday, March 25! #JobFairs

??Happy St. Patrick's Day! ?? Wishing you a day full of luck, laughter, and everything green! ???? May your heart be as light as a leprechaun’s laugh and your day as bright as a rainbow! ?? ?? Celebrate, smile, and may the luck of the Irish be with you today and always!

?? Nominations Now Open! ?? The 2025 Small Business Awards are accepting nominations for the New & Emerging Business Owner of the Year! ?? If you know an inspiring entrepreneur who’s making waves in the community, now’s your chance to nominate them! ? ?? Nomination Period: Now through March 31, 2025 ?? Presented By: Hickory Point Bank Join us at the Awards Luncheon on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at the Crowne Plaza Springfield - Convention Center from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm to celebrate the best in business! ?? ?? Early Bird Tickets: $50 per person, available now through May 28! Don’t miss your chance to recognize excellence in local business! ?? For more information, to nominate, or to get registered go to ??www.gscc.org or contact Melissa Horn at 217-525-1173 x 216 or by email at [email protected] #SBA2025

????Happy Pi Day 2025! ???? It's time to celebrate the never-ending, irrational, and oh-so-delicious number: π (pi)! Whether you’re a math enthusiast or just here for the pie, let’s make this Pi Day the best one yet! ?? ??Fun Fact: Pi (π) is the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter, and it goes on forever without repeating—just like our love for pie! ???? How are YOU celebrating Pi Day? Share your favorite pie or math joke in the comments below! Let’s make this Pi Day as sweet as the pies we eat! ????

ONE WEEK from TODAY will be our next Chamber on Tap with March hosts, Springfield Clinic and the Alzheimer's Association?! Join us Thursday, March 20 at Arlington's located at 210 Broadway St., in Springfield! Enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres and complimentary beer, wine & soda from Cured Catering while connecting with Chamber members! Don't forget your business cards at the office as swag bags from both Springfield Clinic and the Alzheimer's Association will be up for grabs! Chamber members: $5 / Non-Chamber members: $15 ~ The Chamber accepts credit card payments at all networking events. #ChamberOnTap - a networking event you don't want to miss!