DeKalb Chamber of Commerce

Opinion: Happy 100th birthday to the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce! This year we celebrate a century of fostering economic growth and prosperity in the greater DeKalb region, thanks to a visionary group of leaders who came together in 1924, writes Virginia Filicetti.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce held the 27th annual Spooktacular event Tuesday evening in downtown DeKalb.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of a new apparel shop at the Northern Illinois University Convocation Center and unveiled a new logo.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed A Place Within: For Counseling and Sand/Play Therapy to DeKalb.

Jan VanderMeer honored as Woman of Accomplishment recipient during chamber event

The Athena and Women of Accomplishment Awards reception hosted by the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce was held Thursday at the Egyptian Theatre in DeKalb.

Opinion: If your schedule isn’t already full of fall activities, the DeKalb Chamber has even more for your to do, writes Matt Duffy. Learn more about the upcoming Athena Awards, Taste of DeKalb and Spooktacular events.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently announced the finalists and honorees for the 35th annual Athena and Women of Accomplishment awards. The award recipients will be named during an Oct. 10 ceremony.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently held a dedication for the city’s new Veteran Memorial Mural.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the 150th anniversary of the J.F. Glidden Homestead and Historical Center’s “The Winner” barbed wire patent.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the expansion of In and Out Cuts Barbershop into DeKalb.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed the U.S. Adult Soccer Association to its membership and celebrated its National Amateur Cup soccer tournament’s 100th anniversary.

The City of DeKalb held a dedication for the new veterans mural Thursday, Aug. 22, 2024, located on the rear wall of the Plaza DeKalb building overlooking Van Buer Plaza. The mural is a recreation of a painting by Mary Gallagher Stout titled “What These Boots Have Seen.”

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2024 DeKalb Athena and Women of Accomplishment Awards through July 26.

The 12th annual Family Fun Fest Wednesday at Hopkins Park offered games, food, prizes and an opportunity to meet DeKalb area organizations and businesses.

Looking for a fun summer event for the whole family? Get ready to make new summertime memories with your family and friends at the free-to-attend 12th annual Family Fun Fest Wednesday, writes Alexis Aviles of the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce and DeKalb Park District will host its 12th annual Family Fun Fest July 17.

Green Girls Candle Company creates various handmade crafts and all-natural wood wick candles and melts.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of nuEra Cannabis and welcomed it as a member.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce is accepting nominations for the 2024 DeKalb Athena and Women of Accomplishment Awards. The deadline to submit a nomination is July 26.

The DeKalb Farmers Market opened for the season on a very windy Thursday morning at Van Buer Plaza in Downtown DeKalb. The market will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thursdays through Sept. 19.

Double W Financial Group, 901 N. First St., Suite 13, DeKalb, specializes in small business retirement plans and financial advising for women in transition.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of Hidden Treasures and More and welcomed it as a member.

DeKalb Business Services, 852 S. Fourth St., offers license renewals, title and notary services in English and Spanish.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of Ryan Homes model house and welcomed it to the chamber’s membership.

Barb City Manor in DeKalb turned 45, and the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently helped celebrate the milestone.

A panel of DeKalb Farmers Market stakeholders recently said the weekly summertime event is an opportunity for residents to find fresh food, support small business and enjoy community.

Opinion: This year, the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce is celebrating 100 years of membership with a year full of exciting programs and educational campaigns, writes Alexis Aviles of the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce.

The May hybrid Brown Bag Lunch and Local Lore series at the Ellwood House Museum will feature a DeKalb farmers market panel.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce hosted a Local Showcase and Job Fair Thursday afternoon at the DeKalb Sports and Recreation Center.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated Pizza Hut’s third anniversary and welcomed it to the Chamber’s membership.

More than 70 local businesses and nonprofits are expected to be highlighted later this month as part of the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s Local Showcase and Job Fair.

Opinion: This year marks a significant milestone for the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce as we proudly celebrate our 100th anniversary, writes chamber membership manager Anna Wilson.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of Nena Beauty Lounge and welcomed it as a member.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of Jubilee and welcomed it to the Chamber’s membership.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of Séance at Tiffany’s and welcomed it to the chamber’s membership.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed Bella Boutique to its membership.

Opinion: The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s women’s group, Gather, is breaking networking boundaries and setting women up for success at their annual Kickoff Luncheon, writes Virginia Filicetti.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the opening of Thai Town Sycamore and welcomed it to the chamber’s membership.

Dozens flocked to a ribbon-cutting ceremony this week to commemorate the completion of renovations to Association for Individual Development (AID) and its newly reconfigured office space, 304 N. Sixth St., Unit C, DeKalb.

One of downtown DeKalb’s own, El Jimador Mexican Grill, has been named the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Business of the Year.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce kicked off its 100th year Thursday night with the Annual Celebration Dinner in the Barsema Alumni and Visitors Center at Northern Illinois University. The event recognized outstanding local businesses, nonprofit organizations and individuals.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the grand opening of Crumbl Cookies’ new location and welcomed it to the chamber’s membership.

Meet the Malta resident and DeKalb schoolteacher who founded Ken’s Kakes.

Opinion | As we bid farewell to 2023 and anticipate the opportunities of 2024, it’s time for a celebration of remarkable people, organizations and businesses, writes Matt Duffy of the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed To Dye For Hair Studio’s new location to its membership.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated Agora Tower, The Grove - Modern American Tavern, and State Farm Insurance - Brian Scholle’s new location opening and welcomed them to its membership.

The DeKalb Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated Excelleaf Dispensary’s grand opening and welcomed the marijuana shop to the Chamber’s membership.

The holiday season is here and the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce is promoting many campaigns to encourage others to shop local or attend a seasonal event, including Tuesday's Winter Bash at the NIU Men's basketball game, writes Alexis Aviles of the Chamber.

Santa Claus visited DeKalb Thursday to help light up the downtown for the holiday season with the help of the DeKalb Chamber of Commerce. He'll even make stops periodically to take pictures with families.