Unlock Digital Nomad Success with These Exciting Career Paths
Unlocking digital nomad success is about finding the right career path that aligns with your passion and lifestyle. Embracing a flexible work model offers the freedom to explore new horizons while maintaining a steady income. With the rise of remote opportunities, you can now pursue fulfilling careers without being tied to a specific location. This article explores dynamic career paths that can set you on the path to thriving as a digital nomad.Elevating Your Resume to Attract Clients Enhancing your
Earthmover Credit Union Honored with Local Business Award
AURORA, Ill. — The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce honored Earthmover Credit Union (ECU) with the 2024 Mid-Size Business Excellence Award at its recent Third Annual Celebration of Business Excellence. The award recognizes a local business with 26 to 100 employees that demonstrates excellence, innovation and a positive contribution to the community. ECU is commemorated for several key projects including updated financial resources for local businesses, an upcoming merger with Peoples Energy Credit Union
Earthmover Credit Union to Merge with Peoples Energy Credit Union
OSWEGO, Ill. —Earthmover Credit Union (ECU) and Peoples Energy Credit Union are excited to announce their upcoming merger. Peoples Energy Credit Union members will join Earthmover Credit Union’s membership and operate under the Earthmover name.“Merging with Earthmover Credit Union will allow us to continue acting in the best interest of our members by providing convenient access to a wider range of products and services, better technology and more value, without sacrificing the service you expect and
Earthmover Credit Union Remodel to Revitalize Branch Experience
OSWEGO, Ill. — Earthmover Credit Union (ECU) is implementing a fresh appearance in its branches with an upcoming remodel, completing the final stage of its rebrand. The remodel will take a phased approach through four branches over the next two years, eventually resulting in a cohesive look between all locations. The goal of this project is to modernize the branches, while also improving member experience to continue providing quality financial products and services to the community. “This is
DOWNLOAD NEW REPORT ON HOW TECHNOLOGY IS RESHAPING RETAIL TO ADAPT TO CHANGING CONSUMER HABITS
AI, VR, IoT and other technologies are reshaping and transforming retail. From balancing security with convenience, to hyper-personalizing experiences and smart inventory management, the store of the future merges brick-and-mortar with e-commerce. Comcast Business recently released its 2024 Retail Technology Trends Report, which is designed to help retailers understand the technologies that are redefining the industry. Download the full report here.
The Venue Announces December Lineup Featuring Robert Jon and The Wreck, Toronzo Cannon
November 7, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 The Venue announces December lineup featuring Robert Jon and The Wreck, Toronzo Cannon Aurora, Ill. - The Venue, a live music performance space in Aurora, recently announced its December lineup, including big names and a series of holiday shows. The Venue will open its doors with free music at 6 p.m. on First Fridays starting in December. The free, open house shows will be open to the public and feature
‘Fill the Bowls’ Fundraiser for Holiday Meals
‘Fill the Bowls’ Fundraiser for Holiday Meals ‘Taste of Fox Valley’ features area’s largest gathering of local restaurants AURORA, IL - A wide array of soups, savory bites and sweet samplings will be served by over 25 area chefs on Sunday November 12th, from Noon to 3 p.m. at Two Brothers Roundhouse. Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry is hosting this 9th annual event, raising funds to share holiday meals with local families in need. Entry is $40 for adults, $12 for children ages 6-12, and free for kids
2nd Annual Deck the Halls at Bardwell Residences
Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation Makes Grant Possible
DVSA Communities Awarded Multi-Year Grant to Help Bring Culturally-Specific Domestic Violence Awareness Training and Programs to Underserved Aurora WomenAURORA, IL, USA. November 2, 2023. The Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation—an organization which seeks to reimagine female empowerment through supporting programs offered by Aurora-area nonprofits—announced it has awarded DVSA Communities (DVSA) a grant to help fund its Community Navigator and Support Group program in Aurora. DVSA’s program is for
Aurora to Host Large Day of the Dead Celebrations Throughout Downtown at First Fridays on Nov 3
November 2, 2023 For immediate release: Aurora to host large Day of the Dead celebrations throughout downtown at First Fridays on Nov 3 What: Aurora Downtown promotes a special First Fridays to celebrate Day of the Dead at First Fridays during Sugar Skull City events. Who: 30+ businesses throughout downtown participate in First Fridays, several are hosting special Day of the Dead activities Why: To celebrate the Mexican holiday of Dia de los Muertos and honor its traditions in Aurora Who Should
Cocoa Crawl Mugs on Sale Nov 3
October 31, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 AURORA DOWNTOWN COCOA CRAWL ON SALE NOV 3 DOWNTOWN AURORA - Aurora Downtown will once again have mugs flowing with hot cocoa throughout downtown. The downtown organization will host the fifth annual Cocoa Crawl on December 1 as part of its popular First Fridays events. Mugs and buttons needed to participate will go on sale November 3 at select downtown locations. To participate in the hot cocoa sampling
The Venue Announces November Lineup Featuring Heartsfield, Backyard Tire Fire
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 The Venue announces November lineup featuring Heartsfield, Backyard Tire Fire Aurora, Ill. - The Venue, a live music performance space in Aurora, recently announced its November lineup. Songwriter Series with Demi Clara will present local musicians on stage on Thursday, November 2. The Venue presents the free, curated event featuring songwriting and storytelling on the first Thursday of some months. The audience can
Evolving DDoS Attack Tactics Targeting Small Businesses: What You Need to Know
Small business owners are prime targets for cyberattacks, specifically denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks. During Cybersecurity Awareness Month this October, Comcast Business shared information on why small businesses are increasingly at risk for DDoS attacks, the industries most at risk, and recommendations for safeguarding small businesses from these attacks. To learn more about this and the 2023 Comcast Business Cybersecurity Threat Report, click here.
Trick or Treat in Downtown Aurora on OCT 28
October 25, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 TRICK OR TREAT IN DOWNTOWN AURORA ON OCT 28 DOWNTOWN AURORA - Aurora Downtown will host its annual Trick or Treat Downtown event from 1 to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 28. Costumes are encouraged, and all ages and abilities are welcome. Aurora Downtown first hosted the event in 2015, and it has since become a family favorite. The free event invites families to dress up and visit 35 participating locations in downtown
Adobe Acrobat: Revolutionizing the Way Small and Local Companies Do Business
Adobe Acrobat is a versatile software suite that offers a wide range of benefits for small and local businesses. From document management to collaboration and security features, Acrobat is an indispensable tool for organizations of all sizes for many reasons: Efficient Document Management: Acrobat provides robust document management capabilities, allowing businesses to create, edit, organize, and archive documents seamlessly. With features like merging, splitting, and indexing PDFs, businesses can
Sugar Skull City in Aurora Runs Through Nov 5
October 16, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 SUGAR SKULL CITY IN AURORA RUNS THROUGH NOV 5 DOWNTOWN AURORA - In its fourth year, Sugar Skull City will turn downtown Aurora into a celebration of Day of the Dead now through November 5. The downtown will be rich with decorations and activities that surround the Mexican holiday. The annual event features a three week celebration honoring the beloved Mexican cultural tradition of Day of the Dead or Día de los
News Release: 10/10/2023
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Comcast Brings Fiber to Several Mall Properties in Illinois and Indiana
Malls are at a crossroads. Some are experiencing a tenant shift. Others are evolving into live, work, play environments with residential, office and public space, in addition to retail stores and restaurants. Internet connectivity and technology are helping malls evolve. To that end, Comcast announced today that it has proactively connected its fiber-rich network to multiple mall properties across the region, including Fox Valley Mall. Click here for more information.
Fill the Bowls Holiday Fundraiser Planned for Nov 12
October 2, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 FILL THE BOWLS HOLIDAY FUNDRAISER PLANNED FOR NOV 12 Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry will host Fill the Bowls, their holiday fundraiser, at a new location this year. The “Taste of Fox Valley” event benefiting the food pantry will be held at Two Brothers Roundhouse from noon to 3 p.m. on Sunday, November 12. Fill the Bowls brings dozens of local restaurants to one location for the public to sample menu items,
Bardwell Residences Seeking Vendors for Fall Market on Nov. 4th
Fall Taco Crawl to Benefit Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry on Sept 19
September 13, 2023 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Marissa Amoni (630) 674-2099 FALL TACO CRAWL TO BENEFIT FOOD PANTRY ON SEPT 19 Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry will host a fall Taco Crawl on Tuesday, September 19 in downtown Aurora. The pantry started hosting both a spring and fall taco crawl this year after the event proved successful after hosting it the last few years as a pantry fundraiser. The spring event, held in May, sold out. The fall event will be from 4 to 8 p.m. with guests
Aurora Area Tourism Contributes to Record Economic Growth in Illinois
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE SEPTEMBER 12, 2023 MEDIA CONTACT Cort Carlson Executive Director, Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau cort@enjoyaurora.com 630.256.3191 Aurora Area Tourism Contributes to Record Economic Growth in Illinois The Aurora Area generated $13 million in local tax revenue and $268 million in visitor spending Aurora, Ill. – The Aurora Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (CVB) announced today the area generated a local economic impact of $268 million and
Seven Awarded Full Scholarships to Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce's 2023 Leadership Academy
Seven Awarded Full Scholarships to Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce’s 2023 Leadership Academy Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation Makes Grant Possible AURORA, IL, USA, August 18, 2023. The Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation—an organization which seeks to reimagine female empowerment through funding grants benefitting Aurora women and girls—announced it has awarded seven full scholarships to women in leadership roles at Aurora-area nonprofits. The scholarships are earmarked specifically for
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Historical Society's Wedding Dress Exhibit Extended to September 9
HISTORICAL SOCIETY WEDDING EXHIBIT EXTENDED BY POPULAR DEMAND The Aurora Historical Society’s exhibit, “Here Comes the Bride,” which was originally scheduled to close August 12, has been extended by popular demand four extra weeks, through Saturday, September 9. The exhibit features nearly thirty wedding dresses from the Historical Society’s collections, ranging from 1853 to 1976. The exhibit is at the David L. Pierce Art & History Center, 20 E. Downer Place in downtown Aurora. Open hours are Wednesday
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New Ownership at Red Roof Inn Hometowne Studios - Virtual Tour Available
The Red Roof Inn and Hometowne Studios, located at 201 Smoketree Plaza in North Aurora, IL has undergone a renovation and is under the new ownership of Keyur Patel! Take a Virtual Tour today and see why The Red Roof Inn is one of the best budget-friendly hotels in North Aurora offering non-smoking rooms and conveniently located off I-88. The hotel offers guests free WiFi, a free expanded cable package, coin laundry, a conference room, and free coffee in the lobby. They are also a pet-friendly hotel and
Scholarships Are Available to Aurora College Students Who Live in the City's 2nd Ward Through Alderwoman Juany Garza
SCHOLARSHIPS ARE AVAILABLE TO AURORA COLLEGE STUDENTS WHO LIVE IN THE CITY'S 2ND WARD THROUGH ALDERWOMAN JUANY GARZA.Alderwoman Garza will award a $2,500 scholarship to one male and one female college student who lives in the ward. The scholarships will be presented at the Hispanic Pioneers Breakfast to be held on Sept. 15. To be eligible for the scholarship, applicants must:be college students who have completed at least one year of their college studiesbe enrolled in full-time undergraduate study at an
Fox Valley United Way Hires Rosaisela Sida as Director of Early Childhood Initiatives
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 28, 2023 Fox Valley United Way Hires Rosaisela SidaAs Director of Early Childhood Initiatives Fox Valley United Way welcomes Rosaisela (Rosa) Sida as the Director of Early Childhood Initiatives. Rosa joins us from Two Rivers Head Start Agency, where she was the Community Services Block Grant Supervisor. She brings over 20 years of experience in early childhood to Fox Valley United Way. “I feel privileged to join the Fox Valley United Way team as Director of Early
Harvest Dinner and Urban Farm Tour
Harvest Dinner and Urban Farm TourAnnual event features seasonal homegrown produce prepared by local restaurants AURORA, IL - On Saturday, August 19th from 6 - 10 p.m. the annual Garden Harvest Dinner will be held at Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry, located at 834 N. Highland Avenue in Aurora. The menu will feature seasonal fresh vegetables and herbs harvested from Marie’s Pantry Garden. Local musicians are providing live entertainment throughout the evening’s activities.Tickets are available for $130
'Christmas in July' Event to Raise Support for Holidays
July 13th, 2023For Immediate Release‘Christmas in July’ Event to Raise Support for Holidays Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry event to provide 2023 holiday meals for area householdsAURORA, IL - On Saturday, July 29th, from 6 - 9 p.m., a ‘Christmas in July’ themed fundraiser to benefit Marie Wilkinson Food Pantry’s annual Holiday Meal program will be held at O’Malley’s Pub & Eatery, 701 Hill Avenue in Aurora IL. Guests will enjoy appetizers, a Christmas photo booth, raffle prizes and more. Tickets start at $20
First Institute Expands Its Reach with a New Branch Campus in Aurora Offering Training for Medical Assisting Careers
First Institute Expands Its Reach with a New Branch Campus in Aurora Offering Training for Medical Assisting Careers [AURORA, 7/5/2023] - First Institute, a provider of healthcare career training, is excited to announce the opening of its branch campus in Aurora, focused on delivering high-quality education for a career in Medical Assisting. This expansion reflects First Institute's commitment to providing flexible and accessible education options while meeting the growing demand for skilled healthcare
Jim Varney Chosen as New Trustee for Historical Society
Dr. Jim Varney, Ed.D., has been elected to the Board of Trustees of the Aurora Historical Society. Dr. Varney is a retired educator who spent nearly five decades working with students from preschool through master’s degree candidates. He served as principal at several Aurora schools and directed the Partnership School for 4th and 5th graders at Aurora University. Varney taught both undergraduate and graduate students at Aurora University and Waubonsee Community College. He holds degrees from Illinois
2023 Summer Concerts at RiverEdge Park in Aurora - Get Tickets by May 31 and Save!
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AWE Awards ALIVE Aurora with Multi-Year Grant
ALIVE Aurora Awarded Multi-Year Grant to Bring Unique Empowerment and Leadership Programs to Teen and Tween Girls Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation Makes Grant PossibleAURORA, IL, USA, February 17, 2023. “We have been so impressed with the collaborative spirit and depth and breadth of the leadership and empowerment programs at the ALIVE Aurora teen center, that we wanted to show our continued support with a multi-year grant,” said Amy Baudouin, Board Chair, Aurora Women’s Empowerment
6 Features That Will Increase Newsletter Readership
Nothing is more disheartening than pouring your time and energy into a project that gets overlooked. This might be how you’re feeling, though, if your small business’s newsletter hasn’t garnered the audience you want. Luckily, the following six strategies from the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce can help you increase readership and boost your customer base in the process, too. 1. Engaging ContentThe single most important element of any small business newsletter is the content it contains. If you’re
Shop Local in Aurora, IL for the Holidays!
The holidays are a crucial time for businesses, and a successful holiday shop local campaign can make all the difference. Shop local campaigns benefit the community by strengthening the local economy and fostering community goodwill. Here's how to make your holiday shop local campaign a success according to the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce.Fostering Community Goodwill During the Holidays The holidays are a great time for businesses to foster community goodwill. Northwest Bank notes that there are
The Aurora, IL Small Business Owner’s Guide to Branding Basics
Perhaps you’ve heard that it’s important for your small business to have a “brand,” yet you’re not quite sure what branding is or how you would go about applying this concept on a practical level. The term “brand” can seem vague, but every entrepreneur is capable of defining and illustrating their company’s brand. Here are some top tips from the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce to help you figure out your company’s brand and develop a strategy that allows your values to shine in your
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Launches New Awards Program: Business Excellence Awards
AURORA REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LAUNCHES NEW AWARDS PROGRAM: BUSINESS EXCELLENCE AWARDS Applications for nominations are now open with the deadline closing Friday, June 17 (AURORA, IL, May 16, 2022) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, the voice of and catalyst for business success in the Aurora region, announced the launch of the new Business Excellence Awards that seek to honor the distinctiveness of the members in the Chamber. Applications for nominations are now open through Friday, June
Loaves & Fishes Community Services Introduces New Online Grocery Market
(Naperville, IL – March 14, 2022) - Loaves & Fishes Community Services is proud to offer a new way for clients to receive healthy food. Clients can now pre-select their groceries through Loaves & Fishes' Online Market and then simply pick up their order from Loaves & Fishes' new Food Distribution Hub. Clients can access the Online Market through Loaves & Fishes' website or by visiting lffood.org. There, they can then select fresh fruits and vegetables, dairy, proteins, beverages, bread, frozen foods,
Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation Makes Grant Possible
AURORA, IL, USA, February 24, 2022 - The Aurora Women’s Empowerment Foundation (AWEF) has awarded the Farmworker and Landscaper Advocacy Project, also known as Proyecto de Ayuda para Trabajadores del Campo y Jardineros (FLAP), a grant to support its “Women’s Circles” community education, legal support, and emergency financial assistance program. The program benefits low-income Latinx female immigrants who live and work in the Aurora area. This is AWEF’s second year supporting the Women’s Circles Program;
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Leader is Part of the 2021 Leadership Academy
AURORA REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LEADER IS PART OF THE 2021 LEADERSHIP ACADEMY Colleen Doyle, Member Engagement Director, is one of 18 leaders enrolled in the time-honored program(AURORA, IL, September 10, 2021) – Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, the voice of and catalyst for business success in the Aurora region, today announced that Colleen Doyle, Director of Member Engagement, is part of the Chamber’s prestigious Leadership Academy that focuses on personality inventory and personal/leadership
43rd Cohort of Leadership Academy Announced
43rd COHORT OF LEADERSHIP ACADEMY ANNOUNCEDLeadership Academy Runs August 27 – November 19(AURORA, IL, AUGUST 27, 2021) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the 18-member cohort for Leadership Academy, its prestigious academy focused on personal and professional development of participants through both personality inventory and leadership development, is set to return in the fall of 2021. Leadership Academy is offered to representatives of businesses and organizations in the
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce is Proud to Announce the Return of Leadership Academy for Fall 2021
AURORA REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE IS PROUD TO ANNOUNCE THE RETURN OF LEADERSHIP ACADEMY FOR FALL OF 2021 ENROLLMENT FOR 2021 SESSION NOW OPEN(AURORA, IL, MAY 27, 2021) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Leadership Academy, its prestigious academy focused on personal and professional development of participants through both personality inventory and leadership development, is set to return in the fall of 2021. After a hiatus in 2020 due to COVID-19, the first in the
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Jointly Launches New All In Initiative for Economic Recovery
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Jointly Launches New All In Initiative for Economic Recovery Initiative urges Illinois Legislature to provide additional economic relief for businesses (AURORA, IL, APRIL 30, 2021) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce is proud to jointly launch the new initiative Chambers All In for Economic Recovery alongside nearly 50 chambers from across the state of Illinois. The Aurora Regional Chamber’s mission is to be the catalyst for business success in the Aurora
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Launches New Website that Helps Facilitate Business Connections
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Launches New Website that Helps Facilitate Business ConnectionsNew Website Greatly Improves Access to and Visibility of Members (AURORA, IL, JANUARY 19, 2021) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, the voice of and catalyst for business success in the Aurora region, is pleased to announce the launch of its newly redesigned website. The new website, part of a renewal to its corporate vision, also includes the previously unveiled logo. The website can be found at
Start the New Year Off Right with Faster Business Internet + $500 Gift Card!
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Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Announces New All In Initiative
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce encourages all residents in the greater Aurora region to participate in masking efforts in order to keep businesses open (AURORA, IL, DECEMBER 16, 2020) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, the voice of and catalyst for business success in the Aurora region, announced the launch of a new initiative: Chambers All In for Economic Recovery. Going “All In” is a new state-wide initiative that compliments the state’s existing All In message to encourage the community
Grant to Fund Wigs for Women of Color
Thanks to a $2,500 grant from First Midwest Charitable Foundation, Waterford Place will expand wig offerings to include more options for women of color. First Midwest Charitable Foundation has awarded a $2,500 grant to Waterford Place Cancer Resource Center to expand and diversify wig offerings to include more options for women of color. Wigs are provided to cancer patients free of charge, and the grant will fund more options for women of color. Additionally, the grant will support the hiring and
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Wins 2020 Outstanding Chamber of the Year Award
Aurora Regional Chamber recognized for leadership, innovation, advocacy, member experience and business community support (AURORA, IL, November 20, 2020) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, the voice of and catalyst for business success in the Aurora region, has been named the 2020 Outstanding Chamber of the Year in the large chamber category by the Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (IACCE). The IACCE Outstanding Chamber of the Year Award recognizes organization
Aurora Partners with the National League Cities to Address Needs of Postsecondary Students
AURORA, IL - The City of Aurora is proud to join a new peer-learning cohort led by the National League of Cities (NLC) to remove barriers to basic needs that often prevent college students from successfully completing postsecondary degrees, certificates, or other credentials needed to gain access to rewarding careers. Aurora joins twelve other cities from across the nation to engage in monthly peer-to-peer virtual learning opportunities and receive tailored technical assistance from NLC's staff and
One-Third of Businesses Surveyed are in Danger of Closing by February 2021 if Illinois Reverts Back
Regional survey reveals nearly 15 percent would close by November 2020. (AURORA, IL, October 5, 2020) – Nearly one-third (29 percent) of businesses surveyed are in danger of closing by February 2021 if Illinois reverts back to Phase 3 of the Restore Illinois Plan, and nearly 15 percent would permanently close within two months, or by November 2020. While a majority (57 percent) of business and professional service firms are planning on permanently altering their business model to include telecommuting
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce and Invest Aurora Launch Second Survey to Understand the Implications of Covid-19 Business Decisions
(AURORA, IL, September 8, 2020) – Today, the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce and Invest Aurora launched the Business Implications Survey, their second COVID-19 business survey. The survey will be open until Monday, September 21 with the analysis report of the survey findings released on Monday, October 5. The Business Implications Survey is the latest in what will be a series of surveys aimed at measuring the impact and implications of COVID-19 on businesses across the Aurora region. With 524 total
Two-Thirds of Businesses Plan to Review Flexible Work Options, Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce
Regional survey reveals there is not a one-size-fits-all workplace or workforce solution and that businesses are mixed as to their longer-term work structures. (AURORA, IL, August 20, 2020) – Nearly a fifth of survey respondents (18 percent) were unsure as to their future work state and would closely monitor the situation while two-thirds of businesses (63 percent) plan to review flexible work options, including remote working. Another 14 percent stated employees would continue to work virtually in the
Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce Launches New Logo for the Digital Age
New Logo Aligns with the Chamber's Values to Always Innovate and Make Big Impacts (AURORA, IL, JULY 6, 2020) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, the voice of and catalyst for business success in the Aurora region, today unveiled a rebranded logo as part of a renewal to its corporate vision. The new branding will allow the Aurora Regional Chamber to stand out, not only within the ever-growing Aurora and Fox Valley regions, but also in today’s digital space. “We live in a modern, connected world
Regional Reopening Roadmap Launched to Help Businesses Reopen Safely
(AURORA, IL, JUNE 15, 2020) – The Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, along with Invest Aurora, are proud to announce the launch of the Regional Reopening Roadmap. Brought to you by Waubonsee Community College, the Regional Reopening Roadmap provides businesses across industries with a how-to for putting key guidelines into practice as they plan business reopening efforts in the age of COVID-19. At 50+ pages, the Regional Reopening Roadmap is a robust yet practical reopening tool that will help
Invest Aurora and Aurora-based Chambers of Commerce to Announce Restore Aurora Business Relief Program
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – Aurora, IL - June 8, 2020 –Invest Aurora, the City of Aurora’s non-profit economic development office, along with the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Aurora Regional Hispanic Chamber of Commerceand the Quad County African American Chamber of Commerceare establishing the Restore Aurora Business Relief Program to help businesses clean up and rebuild following the civil unrest that occurred in the region on Sunday, May 31 and Monday, June 1, 2020. The fund will begin
Aurora lanza programa de préstamos de $1.4 millones para ayudar a las pequeñas empresas afectadas por el COVID-19
AURORA, IL – 28 de abril - La Ciudad de Aurora, en asociación con Invest Aurora y la Cámara de Comercio Regional de Aurora, está lanzando un nuevo programa de préstamos para ayudar a las pequeñas empresas. Aprobado por el ayuntamiento de Aurora esta noche, el fondo Standing Together with Aurora Businesses Local Emergency (STABLE, por sus siglas en inglés) ofrecerá $1.4 millones en préstamos perdonables a pequeñas empresas en Aurora afectadas por la crisis del COVID-19. "Estamos ayudando a proporcionar
Aurora Launches $1.4 Million Loan Program to Help Small business Impacted by COVID-19
AURORA, IL – APRIL 28 - The City of Aurora, in partnership with Invest Aurora and the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce, is launching a new loan program to assist small businesses. Approved by the Aurora City Council tonight, the Standing Together with Aurora Businesses Local Emergency (STABLE) Fund will offer $1.4 million in forgivable loans to small businesses in Aurora impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. “We are helping to provide strength and stability to our local businesses during this crisis,