Each year, I choose a word to set my intention—a guiding anchor as we navigate the year ahead. For 2025, that word is HAPPEN. HAPPEN is at the heart of everything we do at NACC. It’s not just a word; it’s our foundation for the year ahead. It represents what we commit to—ourselves, each otherContinue reading
While it may seem that election season just ended, NACC Government Affairs staff has been busy gearing up for the next voting opportunity. Local elections will be held on April 1st, but early voting begins this month on February 20th. Candidates for Naperville City Council have received our election questionnaire, and we will be sharingContinue reading
At the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, we provide our Members with a wide range of benefits designed to help your business grow. I always recommend that our Members use this list as a checklist to craft a roadmap for the year ahead. While these benefits are designed to help you expand your reach withinContinue reading
We’re thrilled to introduce our New Member Cohort Program, launching this Friday at our monthly First Friday event! This initiative is designed to strengthen our community, support professional growth, and foster meaningful connections. First Friday: A Tradition of Connection Our First Friday events have long been a cornerstone of NACC’s community engagement. Held on theContinue reading
At the start of 2025, I’ve had the honor of meeting with several Members to discuss their goals with the NACC. These exciting conversations offer me the opportunity to understand our Member businesses and highlight tools and resources that may help make achieving those goals a little easier. NACC Membership provides an invaluable opportunity forContinue reading
If you’re confused by the current state of the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA), you’re not alone. The legal developments surrounding the act in the past month have been dizzying, and the fate of the legislation is currently on hold. Summary The Corporate Transparency Act was enacted in 2021 to combat illicit activity, including tax fraud,Continue reading
This time of year offers one of my favorite opportunities: sitting down with our Chairman’s Circle Members to reflect on their involvement with the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce. These conversations are invaluable—not just for celebrating how we’ve grown together but for uncovering ways we can deepen our partnerships and amplify the impact we make. Continue reading
As we approach the end of another remarkable year at the Naperville Area Chamber of Commerce, it’s a perfect time to reflect on the growth, progress, and successes we’ve experienced together. Whether you’re a Member, a volunteer, or a part of the Naperville community, your contributions have been crucial in helping us further our missionContinue reading
There is good news for employers this month. On Friday, Nov. 15, a rule proposed by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) to increase the minimum salary threshold for executive, administrative, or professional (EAP) employees to qualify as exempt from the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) overtime requirements was invalidated by the U.S. DistrictContinue reading
Election Day is November 5th After months and months of an historically significant campaign season, Election Day is finally upon us. Polls will be open on Tuesday, November 5, from 6:00 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday represents the final opportunity to make your voice heard. If you have not already taken advantage of vote-by-mail orContinue reading
