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Chamber Office Closed
The Chamber office will be closed on Thursday, July 4th, in observance of Independence Day. We wish everyone a safe and joyous holiday as we celebrate the birth of our nation! Regular business hours will resume on Friday, July 5th.
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Audit, Audit, Audit – Why all Illinois Employers Should Understand How to Audit Its Wage and Hour Records (Webinar)
With the U.S. Department of Labor increasing the salary threshold for exempt employees and employers changing job duties post Covid, it’s time for your organization to conduct a wage and hour audit! This webinar will discuss how employers can conduct wage and hour audits, in order to be in compliance with state and federal wage
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EffingHAM-JAM 2024
Put some pork on your fork at EffingHAM-JAM, presented by Koerner Distributor, Inc., on Friday, July 12. The Hometown Throwdown local BBQ competition sets the stage for a night of great BBQ, music, food, and fun! Your team of amateur BBQ enthusiasts can compete for category trophies, Top Hogs, and the Grand Champion team. The
Downtown Effingham Summer Sales Event
Participating Downtown Effingham businesses will offer phenomenal sales and discounts to clear their racks and make way for fall merchandise while savvy shoppers seek out the best deals in shopping, dining and more! July 12-13, 2024 Click here to follow the event on Facebook. Businesses will be posting their specials on our event page so
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Downtown Effingham Summer Sales Event
Participating Downtown Effingham businesses will offer phenomenal sales and discounts to clear their racks and make way for fall merchandise while savvy shoppers seek out the best deals in shopping, dining and more! July 12-13, 2024 Click here to follow the event on Facebook. Businesses will be posting their specials on our event page so
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Record Retention – Updates for 2024 and Beyond (Webinar)
Join John Hayes of Amundsen Davis, LLC for this must-see webinar as he presents the different types and lengths of record retention required under the various laws applicable to employers in Illinois, including best practices and any recent changes and updates to the governing laws. When registering, please indicate Effingham COUNTY CHAMBER in the "Learned
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SOLD OUT – First Friday Networking Luncheon @ Pinky’s at Lake Sara
Innovate your networking game with the Chamber's First Friday Network Luncheon! Launched in January 2023, this initiative seamlessly blends meaningful connections within our membership with a celebration of Effingham County's diverse culinary scene. Mark your calendars as we venture to a variety of local restaurants throughout Effingham County, creating the perfect backdrop for networking in
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Independent Contractor Agreements: Key Provisions for Enforceability & Protection (Webinar)
This webinar will address how to draft strong independent contractor agreements that can hold up in a dispute and protect your interests. It opens with an introduction to properly classifying workers as either employees or independent contractors, including why classification is such an important legal issue. The majority of the program will focus on the
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Business After Hours & 55th Anniversary @ Kingery Printing
Join us for a fantastic evening of networking and community connections at our monthly Chamber's Business After Hours event! Hosted at a different member's business or organization each month, this is the perfect opportunity to mingle with fellow Chamber members and engage with guests from our vibrant local community. Whether you're a seasoned Chamber member or
State and Local Tax Procedural Issues: Audits, Assessments, and Litigation: The Nitty-Gritty (Webinar)
States and local governments continue to be aggressive in auditing companies of all sizes. How companies handle tax audits can have a significant impact on the bottom line. Join us for a webinar featuring two attorneys who are very experienced in representing clients in state and local tax audits. Paul Bogdanski is a Managing Director
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Ribbon Cutting @ Effingham County Fair
Join the community on Tuesday, July 30th, at 5:30 p.m. for the ribbon-cutting ceremony celebrating the 80th anniversary of the Effingham County Fair. To mark this milestone, there will be a spectacular fireworks display that evening! A special recognition will be given to the generous donors who contributed to the $165,000 concrete area for
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Nuts and Bolts of HR: For Professionals at All Levels (Bloomington)
HR Professionals are constantly being inundated with changes in employment laws and regulations. The “Nuts-And-Bolts” of human resources are all the black-and-white, day-to-day duties that HR associates and supervisors deal with on a regular basis that tie into employee management and make up this component of what HR does every day! Join Scott Cruz, Labor
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First Friday Breakfast – Kickoff to Education
Join us for a morning of inspiration at the Effingham County Chamber Kickoff to Education Breakfast! We're excited to showcase the ambitious goals of our local schools for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year. This event provides a unique platform for community members to connect with educators, learn about innovative initiatives, and support the growth and