Learn what lies ahead for Barrington
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce will host its 2019 Annual Economic Summit, "State of the Barrington Region," from 8 10 10 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 6, at Barrington's White House, 145 W. Main St., Barrington.
The event gathers village officials from 11 surrounding communities to update local business leaders and the community on current economic conditions and what lies ahead for the Barrington area in 2019. Seating is limited.
"This is a premier event that captures where we are, where we have been, and what's ahead for our region," said Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce President Suzanne Corr. "We hear firsthand updates on what impacts local business, residents, and the prosperity of our communities."
Confirmed speakers include: Karen Darch of Barrington; Martin McLaughlin of Barrington Hills; Beth McAndrews of Deer Park; Nandia Black of Kildeer; Karen Daulton-Lange of Lake Barrington; Bill Jacob of Long Grove; Albert Pino of North Barrington; Shannon Yeaton of Port Barrington; and Paula McCombie of South Barrington.
Speakers will discuss the 2018 year in review, economic development accomplishments, and goals for 2019. The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Summit is open to the public; registration is required. Cost is $40 for chamber members, $50 for guests and includes a hot breakfast buffet served by Egg Harbor Café.
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce Economic Summit is sponsored by Good Shepherd Hospital and Northern Trust Bank.
To register, call the Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce office at (847) 381-2525, or email events@barringtonchamber.com, or visit www.BarringtonChamber.com.
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce, founded in 1969, is an association of nearly 900 member businesses representing more than 1,800 business people dedicated to the success and prosperity of the 11 regional communities it serves: Barrington, Barrington Hills, Deer Park, Inverness, Kildeer, Lake Barrington, Long Grove, North Barrington, Port Barrington, South Barrington and Tower Lakes.
Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce promotes economic opportunities, aggressively markets the business community, advocates the interests of business, offers programs for professional development and leadership, and works to foster a robust regional economy.
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