Networking Groups
ChamberNet
By being a part of this networking group, you will be able to meet with fellow Chamber Members for lunch, to share leads, give supportive ideas, learn about each business in depth, and promote your business/service by giving 30 second infomercials. This non-competitive group meets every Wednesday of the month at 11:45 a.m.-1:00 p.m. at Lamplighter Inn Tavern and Grille, 60 N. Bothwell, Palatine. Engage in conversations with fellow members over lunch. Never let a chance to network pass you by! Plan to join us for lunch. For more information, call Eric Marzinke at (847) 359-7388. (Dues are $140.00 per quarter – includes lunch)
ExecNet
ExecNet is a dynamic group of business people that strive to encourage and challenge its members to new levels of success. It is the only networking group in the Chamber that allows competing businesses to be members. ExecNet has grown from its initial 11 members to over 55 members in 4 years by encouraging its members to bring new business people to the group. ExecNet meets every Wednesday morning from 7:30 a.m.-8:30 a.m. at the Harris Bank building at 50 N. Brockway, west entrance, lower level. Once a month, ExecNet invites a local Palatine community leader to speak to the group. All Chamber members are invited to participate in this group. For more information, call Sarah O'Donnell at (847) 370-6948.
The Home Service Pros
The Home Service Pros networking group is made up of contractors who are dedicated to producing an outstanding service experience for their customers. Our goal is to establish ourselves as the go-to-group for in-home services in Palatine and the Northwest suburbs. To help promote the group, we will use Advertising, Networking Events, Volunteer Opportunities, Chamber Events and Group Referrals. The members of this group are contractors who work on various aspects of the home: Carpentry, Electrical, Low Voltage, Plumbing, HVAC, Painting, Tree Care, Landscaping, Roofing, etc…Members are also expected to adhere to a code of ethics. The Home Service Pros meet on the second and fourth Wednesday’s of the month at 8:30 a.m. in the conference room at the Chamber office 579 First Bank Dr., Suite 205.
Northwest Business Builders
Northwest Business Builders is a multi-chamber networking group. We are Business Professional's from one of these chambers, Buffalo Grove, Palatine and Mount Prospect. We are a supportive group of networkers dedicated to helping members improve their business and business skills. We meet every Wednesday morning at Red Apple Pancake House and Restaurant at 2121 Plum Grove Road, Palatine, IL from 7:15 a.m.-8:30 a.m. For more information contact Eric Freckman at 847-934-0010.
PalNet
PalNet Networking Group has a new format! Join us for some serious networking. Are you serious about referrals but too busy to handle weekly networking meetings? PalNet, a premier networking group in the Palatine Chamber, may be just what you need to boost your business. We’re now meeting just twice a month, on the second and fourth Thursdays of every month from 8:00 to 9:00 a.m. We currently meet at Platinum Mortgage, 2200 Hicks Rd, #101, Rolling Meadows. Come and check us out. We are actively seeking new members. To learn if there is an opportunity for your business, please contact Jan Sasso (847) 417-3886 or visit www.palnetgroup.com. Chamber or non-chamber members can join us for two meetings before joining.
Women in Business Advisory Forum
WIBAF is an active group of business women who are interested in learning from one another while discussing business-related topics and “burning issues.” Meetings are held on the second Tuesday of every month at the Chamber office. Meetings typically focus on a specific business subject and include a guest speaker. In addition, members also have an opportunity to periodically profile their business in a 20 minute presentation. Non-chamber members are invited to join us as guests. Please contact Vera Fitzgerald at 847-991-9393 for more information.
Ambassador Team
Ambassadors are a group of business professionals, interested in making contacts with new businesses in the community and networking with Chamber members. Many Ambassadors have found this mutually beneficial as you have the opportunity to introduce your business to the people you contact. If you are interested in joining this team or learning more about becoming a Chamber Ambassador, contact Mindy Phillips at 847-359-7200.
