Our mission is to make Portage Park the most business-friendly region in Chicago and enhance our member's success through aggressive programs in advocacy, member benefits, services and actionable information.

The Portage Park Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit business assistance and economic development organization. We are dedicated to helping area businesses grow as well as promoting the economic development of the neighborhood.

Our Business Agenda

The Chamber focuses its energies on the latest and most important issues affecting business. Our current initiatives include:

• Promoting economic development to assure continued economic growth in the Portage Park area
• Encouraging a tax climate that promotes Portage Park as a fair and competitive place to do business
• Assisting with the growth and development of new economy jobs in the region through innovation
• Improving the region's education system and quality of workforce
• Balancing environmental regulations with the social and economic realities of the area
• Enhancing the transportation infrastructure to increase the efficiency, cost-effectiveness and self-sufficiency of public transportation
• Creating an arena that fosters an entrepreneurial culture

Membership Benefits

These are just some of the advantages to your Chamber membership:

• Advocacy Services that allow you to benefit from and contribute to our unified voice in government.
• Information and professional resources to help you keep your business growing.
• Referrals to and from current members and through listings in our online Membership Directory.
• Business development and networking opportunities through our frequent events.
• Deeper involvement, in your areas of interest and need, through serving on various Chamber committees and task forces.

Our Commitment

We commit to all our members that we will:

• Be your business advocate and voice
• Connect you to opportunities for increased profits
• Assist you in cost cutting
• Serve as a one-stop business resource center for your needs and issues

LynCal International

Website design studio, Internet advertising, Seach enging optimization.

Hands over Stress

Medical Massage, therapy treatment. Deep tissue massage.

Gato and Sons Jewelers

Custom and Antique jewelry. Estate and Heirloom pieces.