Posts by bgraham_byron@kankakeecountychamber.com
“Emerging Workforce!” hosted by Kankakee Area Career Center
“Emerging Workforce!” hosted by Kankakee Area Career Center Join the Kankakee Area Career Center as they host “Emerging Workforce!” The event will take place at the Kankakee Area Career Center on Friday, May 6, 2022 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. This event occurring during the school day provides students not only with information about…
Read MoreCongresswoman Robin Kelly and Kankakee Area Career Center
Congresswoman Robin Kelly and Kankakee Area Career Center Kankakee Area Career Center is delighted to announce the receipt of a $175,000 grant from the office of Congresswoman Robin L. Kelly FY2022 Labor, Health & Human Services, and Education Appropriations Community Project. Technology is rapidly changing. Kankakee Area Career Center has a great need to upgrade…
Read MoreBoard Spotlight: Rob Warmbir
Board Spotlight: Rob Warmbir For a total of six years, Rob Warmbir has been a diligent and driven accompaniment to the Kankakee Chamber of Commerce. While serving as an ambassador for all six years, he has also been on the board of directors for the past three years. He originally joined the chamber in search…
Read MoreNew Park district Interim Executive Director
New Park district Interim Executive Director Dr. Edward Piatt Hello Community Members, My name is Dr. Edward Piatt and I am honored to serve our community as the Interim Executive Director of the Bourbonnais Township Park District. Our mission at the park district is to enrich the quality of life through education, recreation and preservation.…
Read More5 Reasons to Participate in Speed Networking
5 Reasons to Participate in Speed Networking By Jasmyne Humble You’ve heard of speed dating, but what about speed networking? While we are not looking to play matchmaker here, you may want to still consider meeting new professionals in the community while enjoying the same type of fun. Here are five reasons why you should…
Read MorePhillips Auto Group Breaks Ground on Expansion
Phillips Auto Group Breaks Ground on Expansion The team at Phillips Auto Group of Bradley were joined by representatives from their construction contractors to break ground on an expansion to their facility. Phillips began construction on a new car wash that will allow them to easily deliver sparkling clean vehicles to their sales and service…
Read MoreAn Inside Look at Outsider Art: Louis Walker, Jr
An Inside Look at Outsider Art: Louis Walker, Jr Opening Night Art Exhibit Celebration The Community Arts Council of Kankakee County (CAC) presents “An Inside Look at Outsider Art.” Merchant Street Art Gallery of Artists with Autism will host the exhibition and sale of the work of Louis S. Walker, Jr., a Kankakee County native. …
Read MorePat Martin new Executive Vice President and Community President
Pat Martin new Executive Vice President and Community President Walter H. “Chip” Hasselbring III, President and Chief Executive Officer of Iroquois Federal has announced that Pat Martin has been appointed Executive Vice President and Community President. Pat brings nearly 40 years of banking experience to Iroquois Federal and our Bourbonnais office. Pat holds a Bachelor’s…
Read MoreUnderstanding America’s Labor Shortage: The Most Impacted Industries
Understanding America’s Labor Shortage: The Most Impacted Industries “The pandemic caused a major disruption in America’s labor force—something many have referred to as The Great Resignation. In 2021, more than 47 million workers quit their jobs, many of whom were in search of an improved work-life balance and flexibility, increased compensation, and a strong company…
Read MoreEarly Care and Education: A Business Imperative
Early Care and Education: A Business Imperative Recovery of our workforce and economy demands that Illinois pursue an expert, bipartisan plan for improving our early childhood system, a group of business leaders announced Friday, March 11. The new report from ReadyNation Illinois points to the recommendations issued by the state’s Early Childhood Funding Commission nearly one year…
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