SEP25
Education
Small Business Growth Lab
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
Networking
Lakefront Business Breakfast
Start the morning with 120 Waukegan owners and executives, a working breakfast, and a briefing on lakefront redevelopment.
Our flagship monthly breakfast brings together owners, operators, and civic leaders for ninety focused minutes: coffee, structured introductions, and one substantive briefing.
September's session features the harbor district development team on what the next phase of lakefront investment means for nearby businesses, contractors, and hospitality operators.
Seating is limited to 120. Members receive two complimentary registrations per year.
Also coming up
OCT8
Signature Event
State of the City Luncheon
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
OCT22
Economic Development
Manufacturing & Workforce Summit
Employers, educators, and training providers align on the skilled talent pipeline Waukegan's manufacturers need.
8:30 AM – 2:00 PM · College of Lake County, Lakeshore Campus
Grow Your Business. Strengthen Your Community.
Membership connects you to the people, resources, and visibility that move a Waukegan business forward.