LPCC News
July 29, 2010 :: LPCC
Visit Lincoln Park 2010-2011 Advertising Now Available
Building on the success of the newly-formatted Discover Lincoln Park 2010 community guide, and in an effort to further draw from Chicago’s pool of tourists, the LPCC is excited to announce that another annual publication is getting an overhaul.
LPCC Member Features Lincoln Park, Provides Discount to Members
Promote yourself to these travelers and residents interested in holiday shopping and entertainment in the Fall/Holiday issue Lincoln Park section. Positioned in the front of the issue, the LPCC supplied feature will be followed by a Lincoln Park advertising section.
July 8, 2010 :: Community, LPCC
LPCC Joins Community Businesses to Welcome Furtastik to Lincoln Park
With hundreds of families calling the walkable streets of Lincoln Park home, and with abundant green space in the neighborhood, it is no surprise that the community is also home to its fair share of dogs and cats. Providing services to the Lincoln Park neighborhood’s four-legged friends, a new business dedicated to safe, quality pet care has recently opened its doors.
June 30, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
Vacation Rental Ordinance Hurts Businesses
It is no secret that Chicago is a destination locale on a global scale. With visitors traveling to Chicago from all corners of the globe, the diversity of accommodations offered is a valuable marketing tool for the city’s tourism industry. The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) is opposed to the new ordinance regulating Vacation Rental properties as the new fees associated with the legislation will hurt small business owners and the neighborhoods in which they operate.
June 8, 2010 :: LPCC
June Part of It, Proud of It
Congratulations to Dentistry for Children (1721 N. Halsted) on being selected as the LPCC's June "Part of It, Proud of It" recipient.
June 7, 2010 :: Community, LPCC
LPCC Helps Welcome Kim Scott's Cafe Twist to Lincoln Park
Located at 2218 N. Lincoln, Kim & Scott’s Gourmet Pretzels’ Café Twist™ opened their new location in May to provide new and unique culinary offerings to the Lincoln Park neighborhood.
June 2, 2010 :: Event, LPCC, Member
Save the Dates: Remaining 2010 LPCC Events
Each year the LPCC hosts approximately 20 networking events including Coffee Connections, Business After Hours, luncheons, the Joint Networking event, New Member Orientations, the Networking Extravaganza and annual Holiday Party. Be sure to check our calendar of events for a complete listing of all LPCC events.
May 18, 2010 :: Business, Event, LPCC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LPCC Presents 20th Annual Awards
Across Chicago, the diversity of businesses and neighborhoods helps create unique shopping districts and supports our entrepreneurial spirit. With this in mind, the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) Monday presented the 20th Annual LPCC Awards to business leaders who have played an integral role in shaping the Lincoln Park business community.
May 12, 2010 :: Community, LPCC
Discover Lincoln Park 2010 Now Available!
Discover Lincoln Park 2010 - once the Lincoln Park Residents’ Guide, a staple of the Lincoln Park community - is a resource that community members and neighborhood residents look forward to each year.
April 15, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Featured in Chicago Tribune
After fighting on behalf of members and the massage industry, the LPCC was quoted in an article about the ordinance's potential redrafting and tabling.
April 13, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Responds to Proposed Ban on Massage Parlors
As signs point slowly toward economic recovery the focus in Chicago and across the country should be on job creation and new business development. The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) appreciates and encourages entrepreneurial spirit as a key element in filling empty storefronts along key commercial districts and as a result, strictly opposes the proposed ordinance banning massage parlors in business areas near residential properties.
April 12, 2010 :: LPCC
"Catch of the Day" Business After Hours
On Thursday, April 8 more than 75 Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce members and other Lincoln Park business leaders joined together at Tsuki, a fine sushi restaurant located at 1441 W. Fullerton.
April 7, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Responds to Proposed Vacation Rental Ordinance
Chicago is a diverse city with international charm and visitors. Helping welcome thousands of tourists each year from across the globe is the city’s equally diverse stock of hotels, motels, guest houses and other accommodations for visitors. With this in mind, the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce is against the proposed Vacation Rental Ordinance and $500 per unit fee associated with it.
April 2, 2010 :: Business, LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Joins Chicagoland, Illinois Chambers for Technology Legislation
The LPCC is proud to join more than 160 Chambers of Commerce across Illinois, including the Chicagoland Chamber and Illinois Chamber, to support modernizing Illinois’ outdated Telecommunications Act during this legislative session.
March 24, 2010 :: Business, Event, LPCC
Living Green in Lincoln Park
More than 50 residents, business owners and community leaders joined Children’s Memorial Hospital, DePaul University and the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) Tuesday to discuss tips, resources and techniques for businesses to green their products, their facilities and supply chains in the first of a forum series titled “Living Green in Lincoln Park”.
March 22, 2010 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Announces 2010 Legislative Agenda
The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) today announced that they approved and announced its 2010 Legislative Agenda.
March 15, 2010 :: LPCC, Member
LPCC Communications Director, Member Business Featured in Pittsburgh Post-Gazette
LPCC director of marketing and communications Padraic Swanton and Jay Goltz, a local businessman with several LPCC member businesses were featured in an article about Pittsburgh's parking meter debate.
February 19, 2010 :: LPCC
LPCC Goes Mobile!
The LPCC is thrilled to announce this new, innovative outreach tool to our members free of charge.
February 18, 2010 :: Business, LPCC
Business Owner Academy
* Learn from those who have “been there, done that” - current & former entrepreneurs * Immediately improve your business through hands-on activities & homework * Benefit from the experience of peer business owners
February 11, 2010 :: Event, LPCC
LPCC's First Business After Hours of 2010
The LPCC's first Business After Hours of 2010 was held on Wednesday, February 10, 2010 at Cagney's on Clybourn.
February 1, 2010 :: LPCC
Health and Wellness Tip of the Month
In an effort to help our members create a healthy workforce and potentially cut down operating costs associated with rising insurance rates, the LPCC is working to make 2010 a year of wellness.
January 19, 2010 :: Event, LPCC
Aldermen, City Officials Join LPCC to Discuss State of the Ward for 2010
With the busy holiday season now in the rearview mirror, companies large and small are taking stock of business and looking ahead to the future. With this in mind, the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC), along with 32nd Ward Alderman Scott Waguespack and 43rd Ward Alderman Vi Daley, presented a vision for the neighborhood in 2010 Tuesday to business owners and community members.
January 19, 2010 :: LPCC
LPCC Discusses Pop-Up Retail with Medill News Service
The LPCC recently sat down with the Medill News Service for a piece on the benefits of retail "pop-up" stores in the Lincoln Park business community.
January 15, 2010 :: Business, Community, LPCC
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: LPCC Statement: Lincoln Park Hospital Redevelopment
After Lincoln Park Hospital closed their doors in 2008 the site has been an abandoned eyesore in the community. With land in the Lincoln Park neighborhood being both sparse and valuable, the future of the site has been the subject of community input, and in many cases, outcry. The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) is carefully following the draft redevelopment plans, community reaction and business impact of the proposal.
January 12, 2010 :: LPCC
LPCC's January 2010 "Part of It, Proud of It" Recipient
Congratulations to the Old Town School of Folk Music on being selected as the LPCC's first "Part of It, Proud of It" recipient of 2010!
December 7, 2009 :: LPCC
LPCC's December 2009 "Part of It, Proud of It" Recipient
Congratulations to Kingston Mines - Doc’s Rib Joint for being selected as the LPCC’s December “Part of it, Proud of it” recipient! As one of our oldest Chamber members, Doc joined in 1988. Kingston Mines has been in Chicago for over 40 years and owner Doc Pellegrino could tell you a story about our city for each year he has been in business.
December 3, 2009 :: LPCC
More than 140 join LPCC for "A Winter Wonderland"
The LPCC's annual Holiday Party - "A Winter Wonderland" - offered some of Chicago's best restaurants and entertainment to more than 140 business professionals on Wednesday, December 2, 2009.
November 9, 2009 :: LPCC
November "Part of It, Proud of It" Recipient
Congratulations to Art + Science Salon on being selected as LPCC’s November, “Part of it, Proud of it” recipient!
November 6, 2009 :: LPCC
LPCC Wins Two IACCE Awards
For Immediate Release: The Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (IACCE) announced on Thursday, November 5 that the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) was presented with first place in two categories at the first annual IACCE Communications Awards.
October 29, 2009 :: Business, LPCC
LPCC Statement: Boutique Shops Forced to Close Their Doors
Throughout the global recession of the past two plus years, businesses from Wall Street to Main Street have been forced to close their doors. Throughout this difficult economic stretch, the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) has recognized the problems affecting businesses both large and small and continues to work to provide businesses the tools, resources and connections necessary to remain profitable, no matter what the economy is doing.
October 20, 2009 :: Event, LPCC, Legislative
State Senate President John Cullerton Joins LPCC for Legislative Event
As an exclusive benefit to the members of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC), the largest neighborhood chamber in Chicago, State Senate President John Cullerton joined representatives from the United States Chamber of Commerce and community anchors DePaul University and Children’s Memorial Hospital for a comprehensive Legislative Breakfast.
October 13, 2009 :: LPCC
Department of Environment Commissioner Joins LPCC for Fall Luncheon
Members of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) and other business leaders joined City of Chicago Department of Environment Commissioner Suzanne Malec-McKenna Thursday, October 8 for the LPCC’s annual Fall Luncheon. In a growing commitment to “Green” initiatives throughout Chicago, the LPCC tapped Commissioner Malec-McKenna to help inform local businesses about the steps they can take to contribute to the global environment.
October 12, 2009 :: Community, LPCC
LPCC Gold Sponsor Spotlight: Diamond Bank
Check out the new, exciting Client Spotlight feature recently launched on Diamond Bank’s website at www.dbdiamond.com! Each month, they will highlight one of their valued customers in an effort to encourage continued success and share their stories. The spotlight appears on the bank’s homepage and links to a full feature story as well as the client’s website.
October 8, 2009 :: LPCC
October "Part of It, Proud of It" Recipient
Congratulations to Lush Cosmetics (859 W. Armitage) on being selected as LPCC’s October, “Part of it, Proud of it” recipient!
September 23, 2009 :: Event, LPCC
"Put Your Best Face Forward" Coffee Connection
On Wednesday, September 23, more than 40 members of the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce descended on the Robert Jeffrey Hair and Skincare Studio (1416 W. Fullerton) for an exciting Coffee Connection located in the heart of the neighborhood at an innovative location.
September 8, 2009 :: LPCC
September Part of It, Proud of It
Congratulations to the September recipient of the LPCC's "Part of It, Proud of It" award!
August 31, 2009 :: LPCC, Legislative
LPCC Joins U.S. Chamber Federation Partnership Program
The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce (LPCC) is happy to announce that it has partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce to provide its members with valuable new programs and services.
August 10, 2009 :: Community, Event, LPCC
First Annual Lincoln Park Arts & Music Festival
The first annual Lincoln Park Arts & Music Festival, held on Saturday, August 8 and Sunday, August 9 was attended by thousands of residents from across Lincoln Park, neighboring communities and Chicagoland. The key beneficiary of the event was the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce.
August 10, 2009 :: LPCC, Member
LPCC Gold Sponsor Spotlight - DePaul University
LPCC Gold Sponsor DePaul University connects with students, alumni, residents and employers from across Lincoln Park, Chicago and the world. Continue reading to see what they have to offer in 2009 and beyond.
July 29, 2009 :: LPCC
August Part of It, Proud of It
Congratulations to the August recipient of Part of It, Proud of It!
July 10, 2009 :: LPCC
LPCC Featured on Fox Chicago!
The Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce, as well as Alderman Scott Waguespack, realtor Doug Fox and local brewery Goose Island were featured on Fox Chicago News' "Road to Recovery" story aired on Thursday, July 9, 2009.
June 29, 2009 :: LPCC
July Part of It, Proud of It
Congratulations to the July recipient of Part of It, Proud of It!
April 29, 2009 :: LPCC
Website Advertising Now Available
Advertise on the Lincoln Park Chamber of Commerce's website today and reach thousands of neighborhood residents, businesses and tourists each month.
January 11, 2008 :: LPCC
LPCC's Networking 101 Featured in Chicago Sun-Times
The Chicago Sun-Times featured the LPCC's Networking 101 event and LPCC member Rickey Gold in a January 10 article entitled "Talking a Good Game." The article featured advice that Ms. Gold provided to LPCC members during the Networking 101 session at the October 24 Business After Hours at Cafe-Ba-Ba-Reeba!, as well as pictures from the event.Click here to read the article.The LPCC established Networking 101 in 2006, based on a recommendation from a member. Networking 101 takes place 15 minutes