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Belleville Chamber Young Professional Kickstarter Event

November 12, 2025 | Events | Membership Tips

Explore a new opportunity designed to help you grow your network, gain inspiration, and get plugged into local opportunities. Meet like-minded professionals, enjoy great conversations, and take the first step toward building your future! Chamber member and non-Chamber members are welcome. All attendees will be given one beer/wine drink ticket to enjoy during happy hour!  Please RSVP by Monday, December 15th.  Event Sponsored by: Avenue Realty Associates and Bank of Belleville  

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Travel with us to See Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights

November 05, 2025 | Membership Tips

The Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights Tour is ON! Join Collette Vacations, Ambassador Travel & Cruises along with The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce in a once in a lifetime trip chasing the aurora borealis across an ethereal wonderland. Spots are limited so contact Ambassador Travel & Cruises (618-234-1046) today for more information before it’s sold out. Download Trip Information: DOWNLOAD Join us for a free informational meeting to learn more about this once in a lifetime trip to experience the “land of fire and ice”. Discover the land of fire and ice through the eyes of seasoned travel experts who have meticulously crafted every detail of this unforgettable experience. From shimmering glaciers to geothermal wonders, this trip promises awe-inspiring landscapes and cultural treasures. Enjoy Iceland-inspired appetizers and refreshing drinks as you mingle with fellow adventurers. Whether you’re…

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Leadership Belleville Now Accepting Applications for 2025-2026 Class

May 29, 2025 | Leadership Belleville

APPLICATION NOW OPEN!  IF YOU DELAY YOUR APPLICATION YOU WILL MISS OUT ON THIS OPPORTUNITY TO BE A PART OF THE 26TH LEADERSHIP BELLEVILLE CLASS. Leadership Belleville is a unique training program offered to community members and chamber members, coordinated through the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce. The goals of the program are to… Develop effective community leaders Establish valuable relationships with business and civic leaders Expand awareness and understanding of important issues affecting business and the community Foster a commitment to personal, professional, and community growth Provide opportunities for ongoing business development, growth, and expansion within the Belleville area. Each Leadership Belleville class is composed of up to 25 professionals who demonstrate the highest leadership qualities. These classmates create a valuable network of resources – paying dividends to both alumni and their business sponsors….

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Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce President/CEO Wendy J Pfeil Announces Departure After 16 Years of Service

May 05, 2025 | General | Membership Tips

Belleville, IL — The Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce announces that Wendy J Pfeil, current President and CEO, will be stepping down from her role after 16 years of dedicated service to the organization and the Belleville business community. Wendy has played a pivotal role in shaping the Chamber’s growth and success, having served first as Membership Development Director and most recently as President/CEO. Her visionary leadership, tireless dedication, and passion for community advancement have left a lasting mark on the Chamber and the greater Belleville area. “Wendy’s impact over the years has been nothing short of extraordinary,” said Brett Baltz, Chairman the Board. “Her leadership has guided the Chamber through years of growth, innovation, and meaningful community engagement. We are deeply grateful for her service and the legacy she leaves behind.”Wendy Pfeil has long…

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Drive Away Hunger 2025

March 13, 2025 | Membership Tips

Dear Parents and Students of Belleville District #118, We need your help to address hunger in our community. This year, we will be holding the 17th annual Drive Away Hunger service project. Over the years, the response to our project has been overwhelming, and we have delivered over 191,000 items to food pantries in Belleville. We know that many families and individuals are struggling this year, and the food pantries are in dire need of supplies. Therefore, we are requesting your support to make this project a success. We hope each family can help us fill as many school buses as possible with bags of food. We will collect supplies from March 10 to March 26, 2025, and then deliver them to local food pantries. We have attached a complete list of needed items on…

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