About Us
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Dedicated to developing local economic growth & community presence.
Formed on February 2, 1838, The Galena Area Chamber of Commerce is the oldest Chamber of Commerce in the state of Illinois. The Chamber has played a role in our business community ever since.
We hope to keep helping our businesses grow and thrive in our area for years to come. As a Tri-state region Chamber of Commerce, we proudly have members in Illinois, Iowa and Wisconsin.
The Galena Area Chamber of Commerce is a non for profit group that is dedicated to developing local economic growth and community presence. It revolves around the premise that business can help drive businesses. The GACC achieves this goal through a multitude of outlets: membership services, business and networking events; marketing communication; community involvement and more.
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AFFORDABLE MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
OUR CHAMBER IS ONE OF THE MOST AFFORDABLE WAYS TO GROW YOUR BUSINESS
NEW BUSINESSES QUALIFY FOR OUR ACORN PROGRAM – JUST $130 For your First Year
GROWTH AND LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES: Network with your peers at events such as Business After Hours, Ribbon Cuttings, Business Blends and educational presentations!
EXPOSURE AND VISIBILITY: Promote your business through the Galena Area Chamber of Commerce website, Chamber Referrals, E-Blasts, Calendar Postings and Social Media postings!
TRAINING CLASSES: Take educational and certification training classes for free or at discounted rates. Not only do you have the opportunity to attend, but you have the option to conduct one of the classes too!
Our region’s strength is it’s dedication to preserving history while embracing progress and ingenuity. Start-ups and entrepreneurs are welcome as we have a thriving tourist industry that draws a large annual customer base. We are a small town with big ideas, and we are proud to call the beautiful rolling hills of the Driftless area our home.
Come and see for yourself why so many are falling in love with #GalenaCountry
An American treasure to call HOME.
Board of Directors
Brianne Van Hemert
Vice President
Scent Workshop
Midwest Medical Center
Emma-Jane Mayer
President
Country Inn & Suites
Nikki Nolan
Treasurer
Illinois Bank & Trust
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Christine Melaas
Secretary
Basket Case Galena
Patrick Powaser
Gradient Coaching & Consulting
Colin Sanderson
Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
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Ginger Zambrando
Galena’s Linen & Stone Inn
Devin Patterson
First Community Bank
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Barb Hocker
Director
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Madeline Hawkins
Galena High School
Ambassadors
Ashley Peterson
First Community Bank
Sam Metz
Country Inn and Suites
Maggie Truppa
Edagle Ridge Resort and Spa
Ellen Schlaman
Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery
Liz Fancomb
Dupaco
Michelle Bass
dc Rise Real Estate
Lisa Radke
Choice Real Estate
Mike Casper
JCE CO-OP
Edgar Mendez Aquilar
Vendeezy Vending and AMB Ambition
Michelle Sullivan
1826 Creative
Britt White
Galena Cellars
Katie Pingel
Vendeezy Vending and AMB Ambition
Amber Felderman
Dupaco
Denise Spielman
Galena History Museum
William Meeker
Irish Cottage Inn and Suites
Rick Fronek
Work Smarter 4 U
John Asta
Ashley Fleege Kreider Services
Angie Bruun
Galena Cellars Vineyard & Winery
Chelsea Wurster
Ashley Fleege Kreider Services