Networking
Lakefront Business Breakfast
Start the morning with 120 Waukegan owners and executives, a working breakfast, and a briefing on lakefront redevelopment.
7:30 – 9:00 AM · Waukegan Harbor Pavilion
Signature Event
An evening honoring the Business of the Year, Small Business of the Year, and Community Impact award recipients.
Black-tie-optional dinner celebrating the businesses and leaders who defined the year in Waukegan. Awards are selected by a member committee from open nominations.
Nominations close October 31. Sponsorships include table hosting, program placement, and stage recognition.
Networking
Start the morning with 120 Waukegan owners and executives, a working breakfast, and a briefing on lakefront redevelopment.
7:30 – 9:00 AM · Waukegan Harbor Pavilion
Education
A hands-on afternoon workshop on pricing, cash flow, and building a marketing engine that runs without you.
1:00 – 4:00 PM · Chamber Learning Room
Signature Event
The Mayor's annual address to the business community, followed by a moderated Q&A and a member marketplace.
11:30 AM – 1:30 PM · Genesee Theatre
Membership connects you to the people, resources, and visibility that move a Waukegan business forward.