Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
| Founded | October 9, 1904 |
|---|---|
| Type | Advocacy group |
| Focus | Non-profit focused on delivering value for its members, making Chicagoland a world-class place to live and work. The Chamber's three pillars are networking, advocacy and thought leadership. |
| Location | |
Area served | United States |
Key people | Jack Lavin, President & CEO |
| Website | Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Official Website |
The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce is a non-profit organization promoting business in the Chicago metropolitan area of the United States. The organization is located in the Wrigley Building at 410 N. Michigan Avenue on Chicago's Magnificent Mile.
The Chicago Commercial Association and Industry, as it was originally known, formed in 1904. In 1992, the organization took on the name Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce.[1]
The Chamber is headed by President and CEO, Jack Lavin.[2]
References
- ^ Gruber, William (February 21, 1992). "Chamber Exec Says Jobless Picture to Brighten". Chicago Tribune. Retrieved March 15, 2020.
- ^ "Staff". www.chicagolandchamber.org. Retrieved 2017-10-03.