Chamber Committees

Getting involved in committee work is an excellent way to enhance your chamber membership. Find a committee that interests you and get involved! To find out more about the committees, please email the chairperson using the link provided. They will be happy to answer any of your questions and give you more details. To see when a committee meets, check out our calendar of events. Committees are open to all Chamber members.

Ambassadors
Co-Chairs: Dan Coil, Wadell & Reed and Jennifer Szatkowski, Bridgeview Bank
The goal of the Ambassador Committee is to promote new membership. As an active member you have an opportunity for a personal contact with new members and businesses. Our members are the backbone of the Chamber. This committee looks at ways to enhance member's benefits and investigate ways members can get the most from their membership.
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Government Affairs
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The Government Affairs Committee disseminates information on legislative issues relevant to our membership and community for educational awareness and when appropriate takes recommended action. Local and statewide issues are discussed at the monthly meetings. On occasion, a guest speaker will provide updates on current legislative issues. The Government Affairs Committee helps the Chamber be the “voice of business” in the Woodridge Area. This committee is currently on hiatus; if you have an interest in re-activating it contact the Chamber office
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Marketing & Branding
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The purpose of the Marketing and Branding Committee is to develop and implement strategies that effectively market Chamber events and services, while maintaining integrity in the Woodridge Chamber brand. This is an ad-hoc committee that is active only when a project is to be completed.

Not-for-Profit Network
Chair: Barbara Schmith, West Suburban Community Pantry
The Not-for-Profit Network, a joint committee of the Woodridge and Lisle Area Chambers of Commerce, provides educational, networking, and resourcing opportunities for its members, with particular emphasis on the unique needs of the not-for-profit sector. Meetings are held bi-monthly on the third Monday of the month at alternating locations in Woodridge and Lisle.

Programming
Chair: Mike Krucek, Investment & Insurance Advisor
The Programming Committee develops the educational portion of Chamber offerings by identifying relevant topics/speakers for the monthly General Membership Meetings as well as developing seminars and workshops that are of interest to our business community. It also coordinates sponsors for these events. In addition, the Programming Committee is responsible for organizing our annual Chamber Scholarship program. Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at different member restaurants in town.

Seven Bridges
Chair: Josh Eckstein, Buffalo Wild Wings
The focus of this committee is to provide marketing opportunities, events, and promotions for the businesses located in the Seven Bridges development. The goal is to make Seven Bridges a destination spot for shopping, dining, entertainment and services for residents of Woodridge and the surrounding communities. Meetings are held the third Wednesday of each month in Seven Bridges.

Women in Business
Chair: Fran Strohm, Strohm Consulting
The Woodridge Area Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Committee provides programs and opportunities in leadership, development, mentoring, education and networking for women in business. Our events include exceptional speakers covering a broad range of topics that affect women in business and provide excellent networking opportunities in a small group environment. Meetings are held the second Friday of the month at the Chamber office.
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Various Special Events
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A number of committees are formed throughout the year for some of the Chamber’s larger fundraising events such as the Casino Night, 10-Mile/5K/1-Mile Race, Golf Outing, Business Expo, Savor the Flavor, and Holiday Party. Responsibilities typically include, among other things, planning activities, soliciting sponsors, coordinating publicity, and working to ensure a successful fundraiser for the Chamber.