The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce

10/14/2026

News Release:

Lincoln Land Community College will host former U.S. Foreign Service Officer Tom Selinger for a special presentation on Wednesday, Oct. 21, from 3-4 p.m. in the Trutter Center on LLCC’s main campus, 5250 Shepherd Rd., Springfield. The presentation is free and open to the public; light refreshments...

10/14/2026

News Release:

WHAT: University of Illinois Springfield Chancellor Janet L. Gooch will host a conversation with Brian Beals, who spent 35 years in prison for a murder he did not commit, and Illinois Innocence Project senior staff attorney Maria de Arteaga as part of her Chancellor’s Thinkers Series event titled ...

10/14/2026

News Release:

The Springfield Lucky Horseshoes continue to build upon the previous years of success while launching a New Era of Shoes Baseball.As the organization looks ahead to the 2027 season, the Shoes are introducing new ways for fans and businesses to be part of the ballclub while continuing to build on the...

10/14/2026

News Release:

WHAT: The University of Illinois Springfield Center for Lincoln Studies will host the 24th annual Beaumont Endowed Lincoln Legacy Lecture, “Lincoln and America 250,” featuring Jon Grinspan, the curator of political history at the Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History and Saladin Am...

10/14/2026

News Release:

HSHS Medical Group welcomes Christina "Chrissy" Kelley, PA-C, a physician assistant specializing in general surgery, to HSHS Medical Group General Surgery – Springfield at 300 N. Eighth St., Fifth Floor, in the HSHS St. John's Hospital Pavilion. Kelley assists with a wide range of surgical procedu...

10/14/2026

News Release:

Jessica Eeten, a data processor with Memorial Behavioral Health, has been named September Colleague of the Month for the Memorial Health Ambulatory Group. Eeten brings a positive, supportive approach to every interaction. Colleagues describe her as a trusted resource who responds promptly, communica...

10/14/2026

📣 WE’RE HIRING! JOIN THE CHAMBER TEAM!

The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce is growing, and we’re looking for talented professionals who want to make a difference in our business community!

We’re currently hiring for two exciting opportunities:

💼 Director of Finance, Human Resources & Technology
Are you a strategic, detail-oriented leader who enjoys keeping an organization running smoothly? Help guide our financial operations, human resources, technology, and day-to-day business operations.

🚀 Workforce Manager
Are you passionate about connecting people with opportunities and helping businesses build a strong workforce? Lead initiatives that strengthen career pathways, support employers, and develop the next generation of talent in our region.

✨ Why join the Chamber?
Be part of a team that makes a real impact on the Greater Springfield business community while enjoying an excellent benefits package.

📩 Ready to apply? Send your resume and application materials to [email protected].

🗓️ Applications are due October 31, 2026.

More details can be found at www.gscc.org/job-board!

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View current job openings from local businesses.

10/14/2026

🍻 We are ONE DAY away from 'Shoes, Brews & Biz! 🎉

We’ve teased you about the “shoes,” we’ve informed you about the “brews,” but we can’t forget the BIZ! 💼

Check out the AMAZING lineup of Biz Vendors joining us for this year’s Biz Expo — showcasing local businesses, services, and community partners all in one place!
We can’t wait to welcome everyone TOMORROW NIGHT at the LRS Hangar for Shoes, Brews & Biz, presented by Bank & Trust Company! 🙌

10/14/2026

🍰🍩 Happy National Dessert Day! 🍪🍦

Today is the perfect excuse to treat yourself to something sweet! From cookies and cakes to donuts and ice cream, there’s no wrong way to celebrate. 😋

Life is short—eat dessert first (or at least add it to your day)!

10/14/2026

Upcoming Event:

Join LeadershipDNA on November 13th at Erin's Pavilion for Live2Lead Springfield - a day of leadership growth, team building, and networking. Experience world-class speakers, interactive sessions, and practical tools that inspire purpose, spark change, and elevate your leadership impact.