Know Before You Go: Women in Business Conference The countdown is on for the inaugural 2026 McLean County Chamber of Commerce Women in Business Conference, presented by Beam Philanthropy Partners. Taking place Thursday, June 25th at the Parke Regency Hotel & Conference Center, this full-day experience is designed to bring together professionals from across industries for…
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McLean County Chamber of Commerce Strengthens Community Connections Through 2026 Twin Cities Showcase BLOOMINGTON, IL – The McLean County Chamber of Commerce welcomed over 600 attendees to the 2026 Twin Cities Showcase, presented by CEFCU, hosted at the Illinois State University CEFCU Arena on May 13th, 2026. The annual event once again highlighted the importance…
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Know Before You Go: Twin Cities Showcase The Twin Cities Showcase presented by CEFCU is back! This event is an all-in-one experience where you can explore a wide range of businesses, nonprofits, services, and flavors of Bloomington-Normal. Whether you’re discovering something new, connecting with familiar faces, or enjoy a local snack, this is your chance…
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Class of 2026 Leadership McLean County Graduation Bloomington-Normal, IL – The McLean County Chamber of Commerce proudly celebrated the graduation of the Leadership McLean County (LMC) Class of 2026, sponsored by GROWMARK, Inc. on Friday, April 17th, marking the completion of a rigorous nine-month leadership development program designed to cultivate informed and engaged community leaders.…
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Connecting Local Talent with Opportunity at the Spring Job Fair The McLean County Chamber of Commerce hosted a highly successful Spring Job Fair, presented by Wilber, yesterday, Tuesday April 14th at Heartland Community College. The event drew in more than 400 eager job seekers who came ready to connect with over 45 employers from a…
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2026 Agriculture Awareness Breakfast McLean County Agriculture Awareness Breakfast Celebrates Agricultural Education, Leadership, and Community Impact Bloomington, IL – The McLean County Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Agribusiness Council and sponsored by GROWMARK, Inc., proudly hosted its annual Agriculture Awareness Breakfast on Wednesday, March 18th. This event brought together local leaders, educators, farmers, and students…
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Leanna Bordner Recognized for a Legacy of Excellence It is a true honor to recognize Leanna Bordner for her extraordinary leadership, service, and impact on both Illinois State University and the greater McLean County community. Leanna is currently in her 33rd year at Illinois State University, where she serves as Chief Operating Officer and…
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2026 Annual Gala McLean County Chamber Celebrates Business Excellence at 2026 Annual Gala: “Saturday Night Live” Edition Bloomington-Normal, IL – The McLean County Chamber of Commerce brought energy, humor, and heartfelt recognition to the stage at its 2026 Annual Gala on February 7th at the Illinois State University Bone Student Center. With a creative “Saturday Night…
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McLean County Chamber of Commerce Celebrates Agricultural Excellence at the 2025 Agriculture Awards Dinner Bloomington, IL – The McLean County Chamber of Commerce hosted its annual Agriculture Awards Dinner on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at the Bloomington Country Club, bringing together agricultural leaders, business partners, and community members to celebrate McLean County’s largest and most…
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2025 Leaders of Distinction Reception Recap McLean County Chamber of Commerce and The Pantagraph Celebrate 2025 Leaders of Distinction Honorees Bloomington, IL – The McLean County Chamber of Commerce and The Pantagraph hosted the 2025 Leaders of Distinction Awards Reception on Thursday, November 6, at the DoubleTree by Hilton in Bloomington, honoring the 2025 distinguished…
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