Calendar of Events
2026 - Women Elevate Women - July
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Women Elevate Women Chaired by Amber Strange Mission: To foster intentional connections with career-oriented women seeking professional inclusion to share best practices, challenges, and lessons learned.Membership: The Women Elevate Women Group is ...
2026 - Business Owners Support System - July
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Business Owners Support System Chaired by Ryan Scritchlow Mission: The Business Owners Support System exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss managing and operating a business in a confidential setting. Membership: The ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Habitat for Humanity ReStore
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Please join us as we celebrate Habitat for Humanity of McLean County’s BRAND NEW doors & vestibule! Ribbon cutting will take place at 9:30am and the ReStore officially opens at 10am.
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Budget Blinds of Bloomington
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Please join us to celebrate NEW OWNERSHIP of Budget Blinds of Bloomington! An open house with refreshments will immediately follow the ceremony. Register to win $500 in gift cards towards your next purchase with us!
Business Education - Marketing Series: Online Reputation Marketing
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Participants will gain a foundational understanding of digital marketing, key channels and strategies, and how to effectively reach and engage their target audience to drive measurable business growth.
2026 - BNYP Summer Social
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Mark your calendars to join us for the BNYP Summer Social at Westside BloNo! The Summer Social will take place on July 23rd from 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM. Enjoy some food and drinks while networking with other BNYP members. Don't miss out on this year's ...
2026 - Business Before Hours - July - Bloomington Eye Professionals
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Specs Around Town
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us as we celebrate the NEW OWNERSHIP of Specs Around Town!
2026 - Stroker Golf Classic
8:00 AM - 6:00 PM
The Stroker Golf Classic: Par-Tee on Route 66 presented by Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services offers members a great opportunity to connect with clients, colleagues, fellow business professionals, and industry leaders while enjoying lunch, refreshments
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Red Raccoon 20th Anniversary Ceremony
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us as we celebrate the 20th anniversary of Red Racoon Games in downtown Bloomington! Hors d’oeuvres and beverages will be provided.
2026 PAC Annual Fundraiser
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
The McLean County Chamber of Commerce Political Action Committee (PAC) invites you to join us for our Annual Fundraiser Reception featuring a County Board Candidate Meet & Greet. This will be a unique opportunity to engage with current local elected offici
2026 - Let's Do Lunch: August 7th
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Are you interested in networking with other local businesspeople in a low pressure, casual environment? If so, our "Let's Do Lunch" series is perfect for you! Come meet and mingle with people from across the county while enjoying lunch and ...
2026 - Small Business Roundtable
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Small Business Roundtable Chaired by Terry Ballantini Mission: The Small Business Roundtable exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss relevant topics in a confidential setting. Membership: The Small Business ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Jenesis Twelve Boutique
3:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us for a ribbon cutting AND a pop-up shopping experience for our new member, Jenesis Twelve Boutique! We’ll cut the ribbon at 3:30pm and then you’ll have time to shop the pop-up boutique afterwards.
2026 - Business After Hours - August - SYNERGY HomeCare
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Make-A-Wish Illinois - Peoria Field Office
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us as we kick off the 10th Anniversary of Wine for Wishes! Make-A-Wish Illinois and the McLean Area Regional Council leaders invite you to a celebration of the 10th annual Wine for Wishes raising funds to grant life-changing wishes to ...
2026 - Women Elevate Women - August
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Women Elevate Women Chaired by Amber Strange Mission: To foster intentional connections with career-oriented women seeking professional inclusion to share best practices, challenges, and lessons learned.Membership: The Women Elevate Women Group is ...
2026 - Business Owners Support System - August
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Business Owners Support System Chaired by Ryan Scritchlow Mission: The Business Owners Support System exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss managing and operating a business in a confidential setting. Membership: The ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Brown, Hay & Stephens LLP
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate Brown, Hay & Stephens NEW OFFICE in Bloomington, IL! Drinks and appetizers following the ceremony.
2026 - Solopreneur's Monthly Meeting
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Solopreneurs Co-Chaired by Brian Plath and Amanda Jones Mission: The Solopreneurs Resource Group is a varied and flexible forum which exists to provide a sounding board, offer professional feedback, share resources, and serve as support for small ...
2026 - BNYP Monthly Meeting - August
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
BNYP Monthly Membership Meeting - August 2026 Registration closes the Friday before our meetings to place meal orders in advance. We will be participating in a Speed Networking activity for this month's meeting. The location is at Lifelong Access ...
2026 - Business Before Hours - August - Heartland Community College
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Majestic Interior Design's 20th Anniversary!
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate Majestic Interior Design's 20th Anniversary!
Business Education - Management Series: Building Accountability Without Micromanaging
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Participants will learn practical strategies to re-engage unmotivated individuals, address underlying barriers, and foster accountability to positively influence behavior and drive team performance.
2026 - Member Appreciation Celebration
4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
In celebration of Chamber of Commerce week, please join us for an unforgettable evening of laughter, connection, and appreciation at our Member Appreciation Event sponsored by Sam Leman Auto Group.
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Rader Family Farms
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Join us as we kick off our Member Appreciation Event with a ribbon cutting to celebrate the unveiling and preview of Radar Family Farm’s Route 66 Themed, 12-acre corn maze! The maze does not open officially until September 11th, so this is your chance ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Community Health Care Clinic
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us to celebrate Community Health Care Clinic’s 10th Anniversary at their current location! While CHCC has been in the community for 32 years, they are celebrating 10 years in their current building and look forward to may more advancements.
2026 - Small Business Roundtable
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Small Business Roundtable Chaired by Terry Ballantini Mission: The Small Business Roundtable exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss relevant topics in a confidential setting. Membership: The Small Business ...
Business Education - Marketing Series: TikTok, Reels, and Social Media Trends
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Participants will learn how to leverage TikTok, Instagram Reels, and emerging social media trends to create engaging short-form content that boosts brand visibility, audience engagement, and business growth.
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Carle Health & Fitness Center's 10 Year Anniversary
11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Please join us as we celebrate Carle Health & Fitness Center’s 10 year anniversary!
2026 - Business Owners Support System - September
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Business Owners Support System Chaired by Ryan Scritchlow Mission: The Business Owners Support System exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss managing and operating a business in a confidential setting. Membership: The ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Fly Square Media
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us as we celebrate the 7 year anniversary of Fly Square Media! After the ribbon cutting at 4pm, there will be a short screening of videos created by Fly Square Media.
2026 - Solopreneur's Monthly Meeting
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Solopreneurs Co-Chaired by Brian Plath and Chad Clark Mission: The Solopreneurs Resource Group is a varied and flexible forum which exists to provide a sounding board, offer professional feedback, share resources, and serve as support for small ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting: Merle Norman
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us as we celebrate Merle Norman- 10 Years at their current location AND Merle Norman Cosmetics 95th Anniversary! Celebration from 3pm-6pm with the ribbon cutting at 4pm. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres provided. Free gift with purchase AND ...
2026 - Women Elevate Women - September
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Women Elevate Women Chaired by Amber Strange Mission: To foster intentional connections with career-oriented women seeking professional inclusion to share best practices, challenges, and lessons learned.Membership: The Women Elevate Women Group is ...
Business Education - Artificial Intelligence Series: How AI can transform operations
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Participants will learn how to leverage artificial intelligence to streamline operations, automate workflows, improve decision-making, and drive greater efficiency and business impact.
2026 - RAMP Advocacy Event
10:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Be part of a vital conversation on shaping public policy and partnerships that keep Bloomington-Normal competitive and ready for the future. The Chamber's RAMP (Relationships, Advocacy, Moment, and Progress) Advocacy event brings together public and privat
2026 - BNYP Monthly Meeting - September
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
BNYP Monthly Membership Meeting - September 2026 Registration closes the Friday before our meetings to place meal orders in advance. We will be participating in a Speed Networking activity for this month's meeting. The location is at Lifelong Access ...
2026 - Business Before Hours - September - Kumon Math & Reading Center of Bloomington
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026 - Workforce Week Bloomington Career Academy Tour
4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Please join us for a tour of the Bloomington Career Academy on Wednesday, September 30th from 4:30pm-6:00pm.
2026 - Workforce Week Job Fair (Fall)
11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
"You've got job openings, and we want to help you fill them." We're connecting local employers looking for workers with potential employees looking for work. The McLean County Chamber of Commerce is hosting our Fall Job Fair in an effort to help address
2026 - Workforce Week State of Public Schools
7:00 AM - 9:00 AM
Join us for an update on the state of K-12 public education in McLean County presented by Regional Office of Education #17 as we start another year! Attendees will hear from superintendents on the successes in their districts, challenges to overcome, and
2026 - Let's Do Lunch: October 2nd
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Are you interested in networking with other local businesspeople in a low pressure, casual environment? If so, our Let's Do Lunch! series is perfect for you. Come meet and mingle with people from across the county while enjoying lunch and facilitated ...
Business Education - Management Series: Igniting the Spark: Motivating Yourself and Others
10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Participants will learn practical strategies to re-engage unmotivated individuals, address underlying barriers, and foster accountability to positively influence behavior and drive team performance.
2026 - Small Business Roundtable
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Small Business Roundtable Chaired by Terry Ballantini Mission: The Small Business Roundtable exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss relevant topics in a confidential setting. Membership: The Small Business ...
2026 - Business After Hours - October- Illinois State University Athletics
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026 - Solopreneur's Monthly Meeting
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
SolopreneursCo-Chaired by Brian Plath and Amanda Jones Mission: The Solopreneurs Resource Group is a varied and flexible forum which exists to provide a sounding board, offer professional feedback, share resources, and serve as support for small ...
2026 - Women Elevate Women - October
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Women Elevate Women Chaired by Amber Strange Mission: To foster intentional connections with career-oriented women seeking professional inclusion to share best practices, challenges, and lessons learned.Membership: The Women Elevate Women Group is ...
2026 - Business Owners Support System - October
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Business Owners Support System Chaired by Ryan Scritchlow Mission: The Business Owners Support System exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss managing and operating a business in a confidential setting. Membership: The ...
2026 - BNYP Monthly Meeting - October
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
BNYP Monthly Membership Meeting - October 2026 Registration closes the Friday before our meetings to place meal orders in advance. We will be participating in a Speed Networking activity for this month's meeting. The location is at Lifelong Access ...
2026 - Business Before Hours - October - First State Mortgage/First State Bank
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026- MCCC Ribbon Cutting:
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Please join us as we celebrate the Humane Society’s completion of their newly renovated dog floor area! This important project provides a safer, healthier, and more comfortable environment for homeless dogs in our care. Help us mark this exciting ...
2026 - Leaders of Distinction Reception
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Join us for the Leaders of Distinction Awards Reception, presented by the Pantagraph, as we celebrate the remarkable individuals whose leadership, service, and achievements have made a lasting impact on our community. The evening will honor recipients of t
2026 - Small Business Roundtable
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Small Business Roundtable Chaired by Terry Ballantini Mission: The Small Business Roundtable exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss relevant topics in a confidential setting. Membership: The Small Business ...
2026 - Business After Hours - November - Westminster Village
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026 - Women Elevate Women - November
11:45 AM - 1:00 PM
Women Elevate Women Chaired by Amber Strange Mission: To foster intentional connections with career-oriented women seeking professional inclusion to share best practices, challenges, and lessons learned.Membership: The Women Elevate Women Group is ...
2026 - Business Owners Support System - November
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Business Owners Support System Chaired by Ryan Scritchlow Mission: The Business Owners Support System exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss managing and operating a business in a confidential setting. Membership: The ...
2026 - BNYP Monthly Meeting - November
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
BNYP Monthly Membership Meeting - November 2026 Registration closes the Friday before our meetings to place meal orders in advance. We will be participating in a Speed Networking activity for this month's meeting. The location is at Lifelong Access ...
2026 - Solopreneur's Monthly Meeting
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Solopreneurs Co-Chaired by Brian Plath and Amanda Jones Mission: The Solopreneurs Resource Group is a varied and flexible forum which exists to provide a sounding board, offer professional feedback, share resources, and serve as support for small ...
2026 - Business Before Hours - November - Jack Lewis Jewelers
7:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026 - Let's Do Lunch: December 4th
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Are you interested in networking with other local businesspeople in a low pressure, casual environment? If so, our Let's Do Lunch! series is perfect for you. Come meet and mingle with people from across the county while enjoying lunch and facilitated ...
2026 - Small Business Roundtable
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Small Business Roundtable Chaired by Terry Ballantini Mission: The Small Business Roundtable exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss relevant topics in a confidential setting. Membership: The Small Business ...
2026 - Business After Hours - December - Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center & Bonchon
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...
2026 - Business Owners Support System - December
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Business Owners Support System Chaired by Ryan Scritchlow Mission: The Business Owners Support System exists to provide a monthly forum for small business owners to discuss managing and operating a business in a confidential setting. Membership: The ...
2026 - Solopreneur's Monthly Meeting
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Solopreneurs Co-Chaired by Brian Plath and Amanda Jones Mission: The Solopreneurs Resource Group is a varied and flexible forum which exists to provide a sounding board, offer professional feedback, share resources, and serve as support for small ...
2027 - Business After Hours - June - Widmer Interiors
4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Networking with the Chamber is about more than exchanging business cards - it's about creating intentional connections with those within your community. Building your network is key to not only helping your business grow but in helping it thrive. When ...