Networking & Member Benefits

• Ambassadors – This energetic bunch meets and greets members at various events including ribbon cuttings, Coffee with the Chamber and Business After Business.  They also help members connect with each other to develop valuable relationships.  The Ambassador group meets the last Wednesday of every month at 8:30 am in the conference room at the chamber office.

• Annual Dinner – You must not miss our premier event of the year, which celebrates our accomplishments and looks to future opportunities.

• Business After Business – To maximize your Chamber experience, make sure to attend these monthly evening networking events hosted by our members.  We encourage you to also invite your customers to network.  You could even host one yourself.  Contact the Chamber office.

• Hometown Expo – Each Spring, this tremendous event showcases our members to the entire community.  Make your company name and logo come alive by putting your face and abilities in front of your potential customers.   www.oswegobusiness.org for more information
  

• Coffee with the Chamber – This morning networking opportunity occurs the 2nd Wednesday of every month at either at member businesses or at the Chamber office. Whether you have 15 minutes or 2 hours stop by to meet other members and network.  The Coffee goes from 8 am – 10 am.

• Leads Groups (3) – Many of our members attribute membership in our Leads Groups as the most vital thing they have done for their business.  Helping members grow their businesses is the number one priority of these groups.  Business leads are exchanged weekly at breakfast or lunch meetings.
  • Oswego Leads I – Meets Thursdays from 7:30 – 8:30 am at the Oswego Family Restaurant, 69 S. Main St., Oswego.  President – Rick Jacobsen,  rjacobsen2020@gmail.com
  • Oswego Leads III  – Meets Thursdays from 12:30 – 1:30 pm at Tap House Grill, 123 W. Washington St., Oswego.  President – Jennifer Jones Sinnott, jjonessinnott@feltesinsurance.com – 630-606-3967
  • L.I.N.K.S.  – 8 am – 9 am at Benny’s on Douglas Rd., Oswego.  Contact Lynn Flores at lynn.flores@oldnational.com for more details. 630-554-4211

• New Member Showcase – Each year we celebrate the new faces of the Chamber with a fun and interactive evening.  Whether you are a new member or a charter member, the networking at this event is invaluable.  Watch your Chamber Weekly News for more details.

• New Teacher Breakfast – The Chamber sees our school district as a vital partner for a healthy community.  As a result, each year some of our members help welcome new teachers to the area and give them information on resources we can provide to assist them in and out of the classroom.  The Breakfast also provides the revenue needed for two scholarships awarded to a senior from each high school each year.

• Ribbon Cuttings – Come support your fellow members and get to know more people at our regular ribbon cuttings.  Contact the Chamber office if you would like us to celebrate your grand opening!