Event Calendar
Community Series: Rockford Mayor's Business Address
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
This exclusive event will feature the Mayor's keynote address, outlining strategic initiatives and collaborative opportunities aimed at propelling economic prosperity and enhancing the business landscape in our region.
Northern Illinois Food Bank: Neighborhood Market Open House
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Northern Illinois Food Bank is excited to announce their Northwest Center relocation and the opening of their new Neighborhood Market in Rockford! Join us for a Ribbon Cutting and Open House event on April 30, hosted by Northern Illinois Food Bank and ...
Train, Gain, and Grow: Small Business Tools for 2025
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at Rock Valley College, in collaboration with the City of Rockford Economic Development Office, the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce, and The Workforce Connection, is proud to present a ...
The Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) 2025 Lender Forum
9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Join the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) for a free, collaborative forum bringing together local lending institutions and community partners to discuss important updates to key agency programs and services.
Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic 2025
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
🏗 Grab your clubs and hard hats – we're building the future of business! 🏌️♂️ Join us for the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic on May 19 at Forest Hills Country Club. This year’s theme, "We Build," celebrates the power of business, net
From Gut Decisions to Data-Driven Power Plays
9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
In this powerful and practical session, HR strategist and AI educator Tiffany Ingram will show business leaders how to stop relying on gut instinct and start making smarter, more strategic people decisions with AI. Through real-world examples, a simple ...
LITE's Insights Breakfast Briefing- 2025 Legislative Session
9:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Join Dr. Litesa Wallace for an exclusive Breakfast Briefing on Illinois Government, tailored for Rockford-area business and civic leaders. This timely session will offer a fast-paced, high-impact overview of major developments from the 104th Illinois ...
Maximizing RCIF Loan Program Benefits
9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
The SBDC at Rock Valley College is partnering with the Rockford Community Investment Fund (RCIF) to present a seminar on how prospective borrowers can access and utilize RCIF funds for residential rehabilitation projects in targeted Rockford-area ...
June Ambassador Meeting
12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Ambassadors-Please join us for our June Ambassador Meeting at the Perks Equine Center! We will be touring their awesome facility and learning about all they do for the community. Special hours for this meeting 12:00pm-1:00pm. This is a Rockford ...
Future-Proofing Your Business: A Roundtable on Succession & Exit Planning
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
The Roundtable will be professionally facilitated by Mark Tichgelaar of The Alternative Board of Rockford . Limited spots are available. You must log in to your Member Hub to access the registration.
Community Series: The Vital Signs of Healthy Business, Healthy Workforce
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
How to Look Your Best in 30 Minutes or Less: A Workshop for Busy, Stylish People
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
This workshop, facilitated by Anisha Grimmett with A New Look by Nisha, will help participants approach getting dressed with intention and confidence, transforming the daily task of choosing outfits into a moment of empowerment. By building a cohesive ...
2025 Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce Annual Dinner
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce warmly invites you, our members, to join us in celebration and appreciation at our Annual Dinner. Spend your evening hobnobbing among the best of the best.
2025 40 under 40 Honoree Reception
3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
The Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce is excited to celebrate the 2025 40 under 40 honorees.
MAC2025: Midwest Aerospace Conference
7:00 AM - 5:30 PM
The Rockford Area Aerospace Network (RAAN) along with the Greater Rockford Chamber of Commerce and IMEC are thrilled to present this year’s Midwest Aerospace Conference, MAC2025!
Pow(H)er 2025
8:15 AM - 4:00 PM
Join us for Pow(H)er - a conference for all who support, believe in and champion the advancement of women. An expansion of our Women-in-Business Luncheon, Pow(H)er will offer guests (women and men) the opportunity to dive deeper into topics ...