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MONDAY MENTIONS

TIME TO END Q1...

WEEKLY MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

McHenry Chamber Marketing Referral Groups

March 27th 2023

UPCOMING EVENTS

See what's happening this month.

NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS

Welcome to our newest members.

FEATURED POST

Check out resources from fellow members in our Chamber News and Knowledge.

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LEAVING A REVIEW

When's the last time you left someone a Google or Facebook review? Authentic and real reviews when using a business or work with someone help give them credibility and help bring traffic to your business. People are quick to go to the bad but it's time to promote more of the good!

We encourage you, this week, to think of 1-2 businesses you have recently had a good experience with and leave them a review. Add photos to give your review an even larger reach!

Also consider leaving us a review!

Facebook Review

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From your favorite team,

Molly, Jeannette, Robin, Kelsey & Amy

CURRENT CHAMBER OPPORTUNITIES

Never Eat Alone - Plum Garden

Friday, 3/31/2023 from 11:45 AM - 1:00 PM

APRIL EVENTS:

Find our April events below! Most of these are open to members and non-members, so bring someone you know who could benefit from networking with our Chamber.

Mixer - American Legion Post 491

4/11/2023 (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

Virtual Lunch and Learn - 6 Things Every Business Needs to Know About WordPress Hosted by Northwoods

4/12/2023 (11:45AM - 1:00 PM)

Chamber Playbook New Member Workshop

New Chamber Members Only

4/14/2023 (9:00 AM - 10:30 AM)

Meeting of the MINDS

McHenry Chamber Members Only

4/14/2023 (11:30 AM - 1:00 PM)

Ribbon Cutting- Cold Blooded Parties

4/14/2023 (4:00 PM)

WINGS Luncheon- Reset with Resilience & Relaxation

4/19/2023 (11:45AM - 1:00 PM)

Ribbon Cutting - CannaBliss CBD Shop

4/20/2023 (12:00 PM)

McHenry's NEXT - Makers Night with The Glad Lamb Painting

4/20/2023 (6:00 PM - 8:00 PM)

Ribbon Cutting - Clean Bee Flooring & Upholstery Care

4/20/23 (11:00 AM)

Multi-Chamber Mixer - Think Spring at Perricone Garden & Nursery Hosted by Chain O' Lakes Chamber

4/26/2023 (5:00 PM - 7:00 PM)

LEAD Leadership Conference - 2023

4/27/2023 (8:00 AM - 5:30 PM)

Ribbon Cutting - Community Action Agency for McHenry County Head Start

4/28/2023 (10:00 AM)

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Looking for 2 mixers in May! CONTACT US TO HOST

MEMBER NEWS & INFORMATION

Happy Chamber Anniversary...

to the following businesses who have been with our Chamber for 1 year, this month! We are grateful for not only them, but every member who has an anniversary this month!

- Craig Wilcox State Senator

- Cruzin Confections and Creamery

- Little Chef Restaurant

- Sexton Homes LLC

- NV Custom Crafts

- Volo Museum

- Totally Cupcaked

- Pearl Street Music llc

- Coach Papa

- Cedarhurst Of McHenry

- E-Ssistant

- Automotive Training Coordinators LLC

- Aloha Restoration Co

- Kelli Wegener

- The Clopen Effect - A (funny) Retail Podcast

- Just 4 You Treats

- Station 4 BBQ and Grill Catering

Marketing Connection Groups

VISIT OUR GROUPS

The McHenry Area Chamber’s leads referral groups, also known as Marketing Connection groups (MCs), are available to members who are looking to increase their network and mutually provide and receive referrals and prospects to build their business.

Groups meet bi-monthly to exchange ideas, network and share new business leads. Each group is comprised of non-competing business categories (i.e. only one accounting firm per group).

Want to join a group? Each are constantly looking for new, dedicated members! If you would like to be a guest at an upcoming meeting, contact Kelsey at the Chamber office at 815.385.4307 or the POC (point of contact) for each group.

MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS

Who likes free money?

What: Earn up to $600 in cash back when you use a new qualifying checking account from TBK Bank that was opened in our Elgin branch (or up to $200 if opened online) - New checking account holders will qualify for an existing-clients-only CD promotion - 4% for 3 months!

When: Now through 5/27/23

Where: 3151 U.S. Route 20, Elgin IL 60124

For More Information: Joel Zarnstorff | 847-931-3682

jzarnstorff@tbkbank.com

Habitat for Humanity 2nd Annual Sip & Shop Tickets on Sale Now!

What: EARLY BIRD TICKETS NOW ON SALE for our 2nd Annual Sip & Shop at Habitat for Humanity ReStore. Only 150 lucky shoppers will gain access to the biggest sales we have all year. Delicious beverages, tasty bites, and deals galore! All proceeds go back into building affordable housing in McHenry County.

When: April 30th 11AM-1:30PM

Where: Habitat For Humanity McHenry ReStore 903 N Front St McHenry, IL 50050

For More Information: info@habitatmchenry.org | 815-759-9002

McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce | mchenrychamber.com