Above and Beyond with Prairie Home Alliance
Prairie Home Alliance celebrates 50 years in business and receives the inaugural Above and Beyond Award for community impact and workforce leadership.
Prairie Home Alliance
Why We Reimagined Networking at the Peoria Area Chamber
The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce has reimagined its networking events to better serve today’s business leaders. After listening to member feedback and evaluating engagement trends, the Chamber transitioned from traditional Business Before and After Hours to more intentional experiences like Business Growth Breakfast and new signature networking events. Learn why the change was made and what members can expect next.
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Business Growth Breakfast Launches with Focus on Practical Leadership
The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce recently launched its new Business Growth Breakfast series, bringing together business leaders for a morning focused on practical growth, leadership reflection, and peer connection. Designed as a member-exclusive series, Business Growth Breakfast creates space for meaningful conversation and actionable takeaways that leaders can apply within their organizations.
Savana Nelson, VP of Marketing & Member Relations
Lower Your Energy Costs: February Deadline Approaching for Natural Gas Savings
Peoria Area Chamber members can lower natural gas and electricity costs through a free Good Energy evaluation. Ameren natural gas customers must act by February 13 to join the Natural Gas Buying Group.
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When Strategy Isn’t the Issue
When business growth slows, many leaders immediately look to strategy for answers. While strategy is often important, it is not always the root issue. In many workplaces, everyday behaviors can quietly shape execution, accountability, and momentum. This blog explores how self-limiting behaviors can impact performance, why they matter for organizational growth, and questions leaders can ask to better understand what may be standing in the way.
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The Next Generation of Leaders: CLS Class of 2026 Launches
The Community Leadership School Class of 2026 is officially underway. Thirty-five emerging leaders gathered at Distillery Labs to kick off their sixteen-week CLS journey, presented by Commerce Bank and Farnsworth Group. The program focuses on leadership growth, community engagement, and real-world impact through collaborative projects centered on talent attraction and retention.
Madeline Herrman, Managing Director of Talent & Leadership Strategy
Top 5 Reasons CLS Should Be Part of Your 2026 Goals
Community Leadership School (CLS) is one of Greater Peoria’s most impactful leadership experiences. Discover the top five reasons professionals and employers make CLS part of their annual goals, from confidence-building to community engagement. Applications for the 2026 cohort are open now.
Madeline Herrman
PRESS RELEASE: Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce Celebrates 2025 Thanksgiving Luncheon Presented by Caterpillar and Heyl Royster
The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce celebrated its 2025 Thanksgiving Luncheon with more than 600 business leaders. The event featured keynote speaker Bradley University President James Shadid, recognized community impact award recipients, and announced the Chamber’s honor as the 2025 IACCE Large Chamber of the Year.
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Peoria Takes a Strategic Step Forward in Talent & Leadership Development
The Peoria Area Chamber of Commerce’s Managing Director for Talent and Leadership Strategy, Madeline Herrman, has been selected for the ACCE Foundation’s 2025–26 Fellowship for Talent Development. Her participation will help shape regional strategies to build a stronger, data-driven workforce pipeline that connects businesses, educators, and community partners across Greater Peoria.
Jessica Linder Gallo, President & CEO
How Technology Is Powering the Future of Illinois Small Business
Technology is transforming how small businesses in Central Illinois operate. Discover how AI, automation, and digital tools are driving growth across Illinois, based on insights from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce’s 2025 Empowering Small Business Report.
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