Contact Info
Evanston Chamber of Commerce
Garrett Karp
1007 Church Street
Suite 106
Evanston, IL 60201-3642
Phone: 847-328-1500
Email: garrett@evchamber.com
Website: www.evchamber.com
Services
- Organizes Events
- Professional Development
- Advocates elected Goverment Officials
- Supports Community Service
- Economic & Community Development
- Networking Opportunities
- Business Community Support
- Promote Their Business
- Internet/Website use
About Us
Welcome to the Chamber
The Evanston Chamber of Commerce is the only non-profit business organization in the region solely supported by private industry. The Chamber provides leadership and services for its more than 650 member companies. Through the collective efforts of individual volunteers, The Chamber fosters a competitive business climate conducive to growth, prosperity and maintaining a high quality of life.
The Chamber membership represents the six sectors of the Evanston economy: manufacturing, services, retail, high-tech, health care and educational institutions, and the hospitality industry. The Chamber's policies and public positions are set by the board that meets monthly. A program of work and budget is created yearly by the board to guide the organization's efforts. Since most businesses in Evanston are small in size (fewer than 50 employees), that is where The Chamber focuses most of its resources.
While The Chamber works closely with many governmental bodies, it receives no regular public funding. Under a progressive membership investment structure, companies pay dues according to their size. For those companies taking advantage of The Chamber's advocacy, programs, services and marketing opportunities, the direct benefits often exceed their dues investment.