Chamber Services


About the Chamber

The Wood Dale Chamber of Commerce is organized for the purpose of advancing the economic, industrial, professional, cultural and civic welfare of the businesses in Wood Dale. Also to give assistance to new firms or individuals seeking to locate in Wood Dale; to support activities beneficial to the community and to oppose those believed to be detrimental. In general, to promote the welfare of all citizens following those policies intended to accomplish
the greatest good for the greatest number.

New business contacts

Monthly membership luncheons
Programs and items of interest to the business community. Luncheons are held the second Thursday of every month, excluding summer break (July & August). Call (630) 595-0505 to RSVP.

Networking with other Chambers
Joint meetings and events throughout the year with neighboring Chambers of Commerce.

Annual Golf Outing
Usually held in June

Publicity & exposure

Community Guide & Business Directory
Distributed to more than 4,000 households and businesses, this guide lists Chamber member businesses alphabetically and by category. Advertising opportunities are available.

Newsletters
Monthly Chamber publication highlights new members, lists chamber events, provides additional advertising opportunities and up-to-date business news.

New resident packets
Welcome packets sent to new businesses featuring information on Wood Dale as well as advertising materials by our Chamber members.

Referrals
When receiving requests for goods and services, the Wood Dale Chamber refers members.

Mailing lists & labels
The current mailing list (approximately 600 companies) is supplied at no charge to Chamber members and is available for purchase by nonmembers. Labels are also available at a nominal charge.

Chamber website
Free link on the Chamber website is available to all members. Visit www.wooddalechamber.com today. If you are not a member, you can view the monthly newsletters online to see current events.

Chamber seal
The use of the Chamber seal, for the purpose of making country of origin documents, is offered on a restricted basis and requires both an application and Chamber
board approval.

Community involvement

Scholarship
Working together with the City of Wood Dale, the Chamber provides scholarships to local high schools with senior students who live in the town of Wood Dale.

Annual fundraiser
Annual Chamber event to help raise funds for our scholarships and the local food pantry. This event provides great advertising opportunities for local businesses. The theme changes from year to year to keep it fun.

Economic development
The chamber has representation on the Wood Dale Economic Development Commission, which has numerous business support services and incentives.

Annual city tree lighting
Every year during the holiday season, the Chamber volunteers to help with the city’s annual tree lighting event and provides materials for the children’s Christmas party.

For more information on any of these services, call the Chamber office at (630) 595-0505, email info@wooddalechamber.com or visit www.wooddalechamber.com.