What's New in February? PACC Updates

February 2023 Update

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Lunchtime Session with DOL Recap

January’s PACC lunchtime session featured the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL). We thank all who attended and Chicago-based DOL District Director Thomas Gauza, Senior Benefits Advisor Lisa Sromek, and Investigator Roman Soltys for their insightful presentations. We also thank PolombiaChi for catering a delicious lunch.

More info and photos here.

February

Free Business Education Workshops

Weekly workshops offered by City of Chicago Department of Business Affairs & Consumer Protection (BACP). Useful webinar: What You Need to Know About Your Business & Federal Taxes on February 10 amongst others.

February 12

DEADLINE: Competition for High School Students

Currently enrolled high school students can show off their Polish or other foreign language skills by participating in this translation competition, organized by the European Center at UIUC. More details here and registration here.

February 16

PACC at Construction Summit

The City of Chicago Department of Procurement Services (DPS) will host its Annual Construction Summit on February 16. The event provides residents and business owners an opportunity to network and gain information about upcoming construction projects in Chicago. 80 exhibitors will be present, including the PACC! Register today.

February 2 - 28

Inspired Stories at Dwell Studio

Inspired Stories: CAVA’s Winter Exhibition

February 2–28, 2023

Opening Reception: February 3, 6:00–9:00 p.m.

Dwell Studio Chicago 7449 W Irving Park Rd, Chicago, IL 60634

February 22

CTA Building Small Businesses Virtual Session

The CTA Building Small Businesses (BSB) Program is an immersive financial capacity-building program tailored to ascend small businesses to the next level. Topics such as financial management, access to capital sourcing, and more will be discussed. Register today!

February 8 Deadline

The Founders First Job Creators Quest Grant

Grow your company with a grant for diverse-small businesses in the Chicago area. A total of $100,000 will be awarded to 25 businesses in Chicago.

Click here to register for the grant.

Save the Date!

Annual PACC Meeting & Networking Special on March 23

Save the date, and stay tuned for more details regarding our annual meeting on March 23 at the Polish Museum of America. PACC will introduce its plans and its new Board of Directors at this meeting!

PACC Member & Partner News

TeaGschwendner US is now Chicago Teahouse!

TeaGschwendner US is excited to announce their business expansion, growth, and re-branding to Chicago

Teahouse beginning of fall 2022. Tea Sommelier and Chicago Teahouse owner Agnieszka Rapacz welcomes you to explore the world of tea at her tea shop and online store.

Read more here.

Happy 115th Birthday,

Dziennik Związkowy!

PACC reps had a great time at the 2022 Person of the Year gala where Dziennik Związkowy celebrated its 115th anniversary. The Polish Teachers Association in America was recognized as 2022 Person of the Year. Congrats to both organizations!

Call for PACC Board Nominations

Serve your PACC community and be the change!

If, as an active member, you are interested in serving as a PACC director, or if you would like to nominate any active member, please email all nominations to nominations@polishamericanchamber.org by February 7, 2023.

Please read more about eligibility and the nomination process here.

New Members & Renewals

We welcome our new members and all those who have recently renewed their PACC membership. Thank you for supporting us!

Saturn Title LLC
FAKRO America, LLC
BHHS Chicago
Andrew Szymulanski
Adam J Garlewicz, Esq.
Julia Styrczula

PACC 2023 Membership Renewal Reminder

As 2023 is upon us, we are inviting you to renew your membership as an investment in your success and that of the PACC.

If you haven't done so already, don't miss out on your ongoing membership benefits - renew your Chamber membership today.

or contact the PACC office at 773-205-1998 or info@polishamericanchamber.org.

Only as an active member at the corporate level or higher, can you be eligible to be nominated, or to nominate yourself, to the PACC Board of Directors by February 7, 2023!

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