Shine Bright Carol Stream

An Evening of Celebration

Join the Carol Stream Chamber of Commerce for a warm and festive evening as we celebrate the people and businesses who make our community shine.

Enjoy a holiday buffet, a drink, and time with friends and fellow Chamber members as we recognize our 2026 Business, Businessperson, and Ambassador of the Year.

Thursday, December 3, 2026
5:30–8:00 p.m.
Klein Creek Golf Club
$85 per person

Bring your team and make it your staff holiday celebration! We’ll even have a visit from Santa.

Registration deadline: Monday, November 30

Please let us know about any dietary needs when registering.

Thank You for Your Nominations

Thank you to everyone who took the time to recognize a business, businessperson, or Chamber Ambassador making a difference in Carol Stream.

Nominations are now closed, and our selection committee is reviewing the nominations. We look forward to celebrating the 2026 honorees at Shine Bright Carol Stream on December 3!

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Fall into Business Brings Local Businesses Together

October 8, 2026 | Villa Olivia · Bartlett, Illinois

Luncheon participants connecting around a table

Chamber members sharing conversation over lunch

Well over 200 business professionals gathered at Villa Olivia in Bartlett on October 8 for a successful Fall into Business multi-chamber progressive luncheon. Carol Stream Chamber members joined colleagues from across the region to share ideas, promote their businesses and build new connections. Thank you to everyone who helped make it a great afternoon!

The Buzz was Real!

Chamber members sharing conversation at the first Morning Buzz

Morning Buzz attendees gathering around a coffee table

Morning Buzz attendees enjoying the morning

Business community members connecting at Village Hall

Mayor Frank Saverino at the first Morning Buzz

Conversation over coffee at Village Hall

Mayor Frank Saverino enjoying the Morning Buzz

Moments from our first Morning Buzz. Select any photo to view it larger.

Our first Morning Buzz was a success!

Coffee, lively conversation and new connections made for a great morning at the Carol Stream Municipal Center with our local business community. No formal program—just people getting to know one another.

Thank you to Mayor Frank Saverino, Village Manager Bill Holmer and the Village of Carol Stream for the warm welcome, and to Chamber Ambassador Omar Kushad for greeting our guests.

Next Morning Buzz
Wednesday, January 13, 2027
Check back for more details.

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