Amendments to the Prevailing Wage Act: Past, Present, and What’s Ahead (Webinar)
The Prevailing Wage Act has undergone significant changes in recent years, reshaping compliance obligations and enforcement for employers, contractors, and public bodies. This webinar provides a practical overview of the Act’s origins, the policy goals that shaped its enactment, and the key amendments that have transformed how prevailing wage requirements are applied today. Attendees will
Swing into Spring Social
Mark your calendar and get ready for a fun, relaxed evening of good food, great people, and some chilled beverages! Our raffle will be packed with prizes generously donated by Chamber members. Bonus: wear your favorite sports jersey and score a free raffle ticket. New this year, we’re also adding an online auction filled with great items
Interview Day Prep: Seal the Deal: How to Stand Out & Get Hired (Zoom/Webinar)
Led by: Sarah Zerrusen, Stevens Industries You made it to the interview — now what sets you apart? In this session, Sarah will share practical strategies to help you stand out from other candidates and leave a strong, lasting impression. From communicating your value clearly to following up professionally, this workshop focuses on the small
Office Closed
The Effingham County Chamber office will be closed in observance of Easter. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, April 6. If you need immediate assistance, please leave a voicemail or email, and we will respond as soon as possible once the office reopens.
Navigating Non-Competes: Enforceability and Recent Changes in Illinois (Webinar)
The landscape of non-compete law in the U.S. is constantly changing, with many states passing legislation to ban or severely limit the enforcement of non-competes for certain workers. This presentation will provide an introduction to non-compete and non-solicitation clauses, as well as components of the Illinois Freedom to Work Act that relate to the enforcement