ECONOMIC GROWTH SUMMIT
 At an event in collaboration with the US Chamber of Commerce and Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner, the Illinois Chamber hosted the first in a series of #LetsGrow Tours sponsored by the the US Chamber. Before an audience of business owners and leaders from the Chicago area, keynote speaker and president and CEO of the US Chamber Tom Donohue focused on the important role a robust financial services sector plays in fueling economic growth. Donohue also highlighted several reforms lawmakers can pursue to strengthen this sector, including restructuring our financial regulatory system; reforming the regulatory processes of the Federal Reserve to facilitate economic growth and productivity; and pursuing regulatory fixes to restore lending to Main Street.
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MY VIEW: 5 STATE REFORMS THAT CAN
REINVIGORATE THE ILLINOIS ECONOMY
 Illinois Chamber President and CEO
Todd Maisch proposes ideas for accelerating the Illinois economy. "The people of Illinois want change. Now," says Maisch.
As Illinois lawmakers return to the State Capitol to address the state's crumbling fiscal house, Illinois has an opportunity to rebalance that equation. It is important that both parties work together on a path to progress.
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A WIN FOR THE CHAMBER AMICUS PROGRAM
 On January 20, the Illinois Supreme Court ruled in favor of Illinois Chamber of Commerce member firm Enterprise Leasing Company of Chicago, in Hertz Corporation and Enterprise Leasing Company of Chicago v. The City of Chicago. The court ruled that the City of Chicago's Administrative Ruling 11 violated the Home Rule article of the Illinois constitution because it has extraterritorial effect and is, therefore, an improper exercise of the City's home rule powers. The Supreme Court's ruling adopted the arguments made by the Illinois Chamber of Commerce in an amicus brief filed with the Supreme Court in this case on behalf of our member Enterprise Leasing.
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ORTEGA AT NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
KELLOGG SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT
Laura Ortega was back for a repeat lec
ture at Kellogg School of Management on January 20 to lead a discussion with the International Business Strategy class on management issues involved in the export decision. As most companies begin exporting casually without a well thought plan and clear commitment from management on the impact international expansions may have on the company, Ortega discussed with Professor Philip I. Levy's students what kinds of issues businesses face as they try to engage in international commerce covering things like location decisions, risk, production and capital capacity and questions about ownership type (e.g. contract, JV, or purchase).
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BROCKSCHMIDT AND TFIC GROUP MEET IN
DC TO DISCUSS INFRASTRUCTURE INVESTMENT
 Benjamin Brockschmidt joined other representatives of the Transportation for Illinois Coalition (TFIC) in Washington, DC, on January 23 and 24th to meet with members of the Illinois Congressional delegation on infrastructure investment. Since his election, President Trump has stressed that infrastructure investment is a key priority of his administration and earlier this week released a list titled "Emergency & National Security Projects" which included several projects in Illinois. Pictured: Congressman Adam Kinzinger, Michael Sturino, President & Ceo of IRTBA and Benjamin Brockschmidt.
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CENTENNIAL 100 CELEBRATION
The Illinois Chamber would like to congratulate Scott Air Force Base on a successful and fun kick-off celebration for its Centennial! In its 100 years, Scott and its dedicated service members have contributed a great deal to the nation, Illinois, and the metro-east region. We look forward to the festivities ahead and thank Scott for its critical role in protecting our country.
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SILVEY EARNS CAE CREDENTIALS
 ASAE The Center for Association Leadership has announced that
Laurie Silvey, Associate Vice President of Business Services and President of Center for Business Management of the Illinois Chamber, has earned the Certified Association Executive (CAE®) designation. The CAE is the highest professional credential in the association industry. Congrats Laurie!.
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IN THE NEWS
In the month of January, we spoke to radio, television, and print media outlets, delivering pro-business values to audiences across Illinois. Highlights from the month are below.
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