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Plainfield, Shorewood Chambers to Merge
The two chambers will join together to create a new entity.
The Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce and the Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce are combining forces and names. The new entity will be called the Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce (PSACC). The merger will take effect April 1, 2021.
A steering committee composed of board members from both of the chambers have worked together over the last few months developing a plan to ensure a smooth transition. “Our current President recently retired” said Adam Underhill, Chairman of the Board for the Shorewood Chamber of Commerce. “The timing felt right to make a move. We share a lot of the same members and have worked closely with the Plainfield Chamber for years.”
The Shorewood Chamber plans to dissolve their organization making Tasha Marsaglia, the current Executive Director for Plainfield, head of the new organization. “Since our current Board of Directors has already been elected for 2021, we will add four directors from Shorewood to help make the transition as smooth as possible,” Marsaglia said.
The main office will be located in Downtown Plainfield, but the new organization intends to maintain a presence in Shorewood. In addition, events and committees that make each Chamber unique will continue. “I am excited about the opportunities that this alliance will bring to our members," said Marsaglia. “The growth of core events like Crossroads Fest and the Harvest 5K is something for our members to be excited about.”
The PSACC will bring increased support for all members, including a full calendar of events in both communities, increased marketing exposure and a larger client base.
"From the moment I approached Plainfield to start discussions on uniting the business communities of both these great Chambers and communities, the focus has been on making sure this is a win-win for businesses and community partners," said Underhill. “I can confidently say that this partnership is a true win-win for all involved.”
For More Information
Tasha Marsaglia, Executive Director
815-436-4431 or e-mail tmarsaglia@plainfieldchamber.com
COVID-19 RESOURCES FOR BUSINESSES
In an effort to assist our member businesses during the COVID-19 pandemic, below is a resource list to assist you in keeping up-to-date on support available to your business.
Our nation's small businesses are facing an unprecedented economic disruption due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. On Friday, March 27, 2020, the President signed into law the CARES Act, which contains $376 billion in relief for American workers and small businesses.
Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES)
State of Illinois Unemployment Insurance: Unemployment benefits may be available to some individuals whose unemployment is attributable to COVID-19.
Illinois Revenue Service (IRS)
The IRS has established a special section focused on steps to help taxpayers, businesses and others affected by the coronavirus.
Center for Disease Control (CDC)
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has published interim guidance for businesses and employers regarding the planning, preparing and responding to the Coronavirus.
Illinois Department of Public Health
Will County Center for Economic Development
Will County Health Department has opened a Coronavirus Hotline.
The hotline will be open Monday-Friday from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm
HOTLINE: 815-740-8977
Shorewood Small Business Covid-19 Resources
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