BACC to host Virtual Economic Summit Feb. 3
The Barrington Area Chamber of Commerce will host a 2021 Virtual Economic Summit, "State of the Greater Barrington Area," from 8 to 10:30 a.m. Wednesday, Feb. 3.
Village officials from 11 surrounding communities will update local business leaders and the community on current economic conditions and what lies ahead for the Greater Barrington Area in 2021.
The public is invited to attend this virtual event. Cost to attend is $10. Register at www.BarringtonChamber.com.
"We are offering our Economic Summit virtually this year so that our village leaders can speak to the effects of 2020, where we are now, and what lies ahead for our region," said BACC President/CEO Suzanne Corr. "We will hear firsthand updates on what impacts local business, residents, and the prosperity of our communities."
Confirmed speakers to date include: Karen Darch of Barrington; Martin McLaughlin of Barrington Hills; Greg Rusteberg of Deer Park; Nandia Black of Kildeer; Kevin Richardson of Lake Barrington; Bill Jacob of Long Grove; Eleanor Sweet McDonnell of North Barrington; Shannon Yeaton of Port Barrington; and Robert Palmer of South Barrington.
Speakers will discuss the 2020 year in review, economic development accomplishments, and goals for 2020. The BACC Economic Summit is open to the public; registration for the online event is required to receive a link.
Register online at www.BarringtonChamber.com. For more information, call (847) 381-2525 or email communications@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.
BACC promotes economic opportunities, markets the business community, advocates the interests of business, offers programs for professional development and leadership, and works to foster a robust regional economy.