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2026 Top Leaders: Under 40 & Future Leaders Nominations
Nominations are open for the Effingham County Chamber’s 2026 Top Leaders Under 40 and Future Leaders recognition programs. Top Leaders Under 40 recognizes individuals ages 20–40 who live or work in Effingham County and have made significant contributions to their community through leadership, professional achievement and involvement. Nominees cannot be previous recipients. Nominate a 2026
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Networking @ Noon | Gopher’s Grill
Ready to shake up your lunch routine? Join us at Gopher’s Grill for Networking @ Noon — where the food is solid and the conversation is even better. Step out of the office, grab lunch, and spend the hour connecting with Chamber members from across the county. It’s relaxed, come-as-you-are networking that actually feels natural.
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Office Closed
The Effingham County Chamber office will be closed on Monday, September 7 in observance of Labor Day. We celebrate the hard work and dedication of our local businesses and workforce today and every day. The office will reopen on Tuesday during regular hours.
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Business After Hours @ HSHS Medical Group
Get an up-close look at advanced surgical care available right here in Effingham during an Open House at HSHS Medical Group – General Surgery. Guests will have the opportunity to see the da Vinci 5 robotic surgical system, learn how it is being used for minimally invasive procedures, meet the newest surgeons joining the care
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Ribbon Cutting & Open House @ Community Support Systems
Celebrate Community Support Systems’ newly renovated Harvester Street location with a ribbon cutting and open house on Tuesday, September 15. The ribbon cutting will take place at 4 p.m., followed by an open house until 7 p.m. Guests can tour the renovated space, meet members of the CSS team and learn more about the programs
Hiring & Firing 101 (Webinar)
Hiring and firing are crucial bookends of every employment relationship, and it can be overwhelming to keep up with the ever-changing laws related to the workplace. Led by an experienced employment attorney, this webinar will help you make sure your business avoids legal missteps when onboarding and terminating employees. Join us as we explore protected
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Better Your Business Roundtable: Marketing That Works
Marketing can feel overwhelming. New platforms, changing algorithms, limited budgets — and still the pressure to produce results. This roundtable is designed for business owners and marketing professionals who want to cut through the noise and focus on what actually drives engagement, leads, and revenue. Participants will explore practical strategies, messaging clarity, brand consistency, and
EquipmentShare Ribbon Cutting
Celebrate EquipmentShare’s new Effingham location with a ribbon cutting! Offering rentals, sales and fleet technology solutions, the team works with contractors, construction companies and local industries across the region, including Champaign, Charleston, Mattoon, Olney, Taylorville and surrounding communities. Stop by to tour the new facility, meet the team and learn more about the products and
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Women in Business | Built to Lead
Women in Business | Built to Lead brings women from across the business community together for an evening of conversation, connection, and a little hands-on fun at Bobcat of Effingham. Nikki Bloemer, VP of Human Resources and Marketing at Dieterich Bank, will serve as the keynote speaker with “Secrets to Work-Life Balance at Any Stage
Retaliation & Discrimination Claims: Prevention, Risks, and Best Practices (Webinar)
This presentation will cover state and federal statutes under which Illinois employees can bring retaliation and discrimination claims. We will also discuss best practices employers can implement to reduce the risk of employees bringing these claims, as well as what to do if an employee threatens to bring a claim. When registering, please indicate Effingham
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Ribbon Cutting @ Northside Quick & Clean
Celebrate the official grand opening of Northside Quick & Clean on Monday, September 28, at 9:30 a.m.! If you haven’t checked it out yet, this is the perfect reason to stop by, see the new car wash and help celebrate another local business in Effingham County. Follow them on Facebook!
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Chamber Travel Program Meeting | Canadian Rockies
The Chamber Destinations Travel Program will host an informational meeting on Tuesday, September 29 from 5p-6:30p at the First Baptist Church Effingham. A representative from Collette, a world premier travel company, will present: Canadian Rockies & Jasper featuring Rocky Mountaineer Trip details include: September 1-10, 2027 10 Days, 17 Meals Round trip group transportation from
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Trades, Skills & Manufacturing Day
This special day highlights the significance of these industries and explores modern career options in Effingham County. Experience a day of changing perceptions and inviting high school students to tour local facilities, envisioning their future careers. Tour hosts showcase processes and careers, often utilizing advanced technology, automation, and robotics to create products shipped worldwide. This
Illinois Legislative Update – HB 5228 (Webinar)
The Illinois General Assembly recently passed House Bill 5228, one of the most significant revisions to the Illinois Workers' Compensation Act in recent years. Governor J.B. Pritzker signed the bill into law in early August, 2026. The new legislation- Public Act104-0792- will require employers, insurance carriers, and third-party administrators to modify certain claims handling practices,
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Networking @ Noon | Village Wine w/ Pizza Man
Lunch just got an upgrade. We’re gathering at Pizza Man at Village Wine for Networking @ Noon — a midday meetup designed for conversation, connection, and a break from the inbox. No formal program to sit through. Just pizza, wine (if your afternoon allows 😉), and meaningful conversations with fellow Chamber members. Step away from
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