Join The Chamber of Commerce.

Investment in the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development partners you with local business and community members who work together to maintain and grow Forest Park’s healthy and vibrant business and residential community.

Investment in the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development partners you with a comprehensive group of member-businesses, organizations and residents who want to be involved, stay informed and work together to promote economic growth and civic pride. As a member you will build business alliances and add strength to the group of fellow business owners who have partnered with the Chamber. The relationships you build will help your business succeed and membership in the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development provides the perfect forum. Please review the membership levels as you consider your investment in the Chamber and your needs as a business owner.

Download a membership application here.

Register and pay online here.

The Benefits of Membership

Membership benefits are designed to assist you with promoting your business and fostering valuable relationships throughout the community. Chamber members stay a step ahead of the game by being involved with all that’s happening in Forest Park.

PROMOTING YOUR BUSINESS

The Chamber offers its members a variety of ways to promote their business, products and services. A complimentary listing by category in the Annual ‘Answer Book’ is distributed to residents and local businesses, and given throughout the year to visitors, prospective business owners and residents. Advertising is available at a steep discount to Chamber members. Member E-Blasts and Facebook postings provide added exposure.

CHAMBER WEBSITE

The Chamber’s website provides visitors multiple ways to find members both alphabetically and by category. Member businesses are also listed under the appropriate ‘dining,’ ‘shopping,’ and ‘services.’ Category. The site promotes all members as well as Madison Street and special events. Links are provided to help folks connect to the Park District of Forest Park, the Forest Park Public Library and the Village of Forest Park and more.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Residents and area locals flock to Forest Park each year for the Chamber’s special events, including the St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Forest Park Music Fest, Wine Walk & Shop, Casket Races, Sidewalk Sales and Holiday Walk. Some events are open to participation from Chamber members only, and members receive discounts on participation fees.

NETWORKING EVENTS

Meet and build relationships with other business owners, community members, village officials and potential partners at one of our monthly luncheons, ‘after hours’ and ever-popular Annual Meeting. Members can also request a Chamber member mailing list on pre-printed labels to help stay connected.

STRENGTH IN NUMBERS

“A sustainable world means working together to create prosperity for all.” (Jacqueline Novogratz). The Forest Park Chamber of Commerce & Development is a partnership of business and community members working together to build a healthy economy and improve the quality of life in Forest Park. Together we can accomplish greater things.

chamber officers

Dorothy Gillian, President – Weichert Realtors, Nickel Group/The Gillian Baker Team
Rob McAdam, First Vice President – McAdam Landscaping
Fred Bryant, Second Vice President – Accents by Fred
Erik Fjeldstad, Treasurer – Forest Park Bank
Joel Foster, Past President – Kingsview Asset Management

chamber board of directors

Augie Alesky – Centuries & Sleuths Bookstore
Noel Eberline – Yearbook Studios
Tom Holmes – Forest Park Review
Mark Hosty – Healy’s Westside/Weichert Realtors, Nickel Group
David King – David King & Associates
Bridget Lane – Business Districts Inc.
Stephanie Neubauer – MacDaddy Salon
Larry Piekarz – Park District of Forest Park
Amy Rita – Forest Park Post
Martin Sorice – Angelo O’Leary’s, Blueberry Hill, Carole’s, Circle Inn, Doc Ryan’s,
                           Pioneer Tap, Shortstop Lounge
Jack Vainisi – Forest Park Bank

chamber staff

Laurie Kokenes, Executive Director

MEMBERSHIP LEVELS

Whether you’re an aspiring entrepreneur, a small business owner or a large corporation, the Forest Park Chamber of Commerce has a membership level to suit your needs.

$200 ($16.67 per month)
Membership benefits are designed to assist you with promoting your business and fostering valuable relationships throughout the community. The Basic Membership level partners you with the Chamber and offers a variety of opportunities to help you get involved and stay informed.

  • Chamber member decal
  • Website listing by category
  • Inclusion in annual Answer Book member directory & discounted display ad
  • 4 complimentary E-Blasts/job postings per year
  • 2 complimentary Facebook posts per month
  • Discount on Constant Contact email service
  • Inclusion in the Chamber gift certificate program
  • Complimentary notary service
  • Complimentary Certificates of Origin
  • Invitation to networking breakfasts, luncheons and ‘after hours’
  • Ribbon cutting promotion and support
  • Complimentary set of member mailing labels

$350 (29.16 per month)
Joining as a supporting member increases the number of complimentary E-Blasts and Facebook posts, and includes a complimentary networking luncheon. This level is perfect for the business that wants more exposure and an opportunity to network.

  • Chamber member decal
  • Website listing by categories (2)
  • Inclusion in annual Answer Book member directory & discounted display ad
  • 6 complimentary E-Blasts/job postings per year
  • 3 complimentary Facebook posts per month
  • Discount on Constant Contact email service
  • Inclusion in the Chamber gift certificate program
  • Complimentary notary service
  • Complimentary Certificates of Origin
  • Invitation to networking breakfasts, luncheons and ‘after hours’
  • Complimentary networking breakfast or luncheon
  • Ribbon cutting promotion and support
  • Complimentary set of member mailing labels

$500 ($41.66 per month)
Bronze members receive an enhanced listing on the Chamber’s website that includes a photo of their business and a short bio. Additional Facebook posts along with two complimentary networking luncheons are added to this level, and your business name will be listed on sustaining-member-level signage displayed at every event.

  • Chamber member decal
  • Website listing by categories (3)
  • Inclusion in annual Answer Book member directory & discounted display ad
  • 6 complimentary E-Blasts/job postings per year
  • 4 complimentary Facebook posts per month
  • Discount on Constant Contact email service
  • Inclusion in the Chamber gift certificate program
  • Complimentary notary service
  • Complimentary Certificates of Origin
  • Invitation to networking breakfasts, luncheons and ‘after hours’
  • 2 Complimentary networking breakfasts or luncheons
  • 2 opportunities for your own display table at networking events
  • Ribbon cutting promotion and support
  • Complimentary set of member mailing labels (2)
  • Inclusion on sustaining member signage displayed at events

$750 ($62.50 per month)
As a Silver level member, your business listing on the Chamber’s website includes a photo of your business and a short bio. Additional Facebook posts along with three complimentary networking luncheons are added to this level, and your business name will be listed on sustaining-member-level signage displayed at every event.

  • Chamber member decal
  • Website listing by categories (4)
  • Inclusion in annual Answer Book member directory & discounted display ad
  • 8 complimentary E-Blasts per year
  • 4 complimentary Facebook posts per month
  • Discount on Constant Contact email service
  • Inclusion in the Chamber gift certificate program
  • Complimentary notary service
  • Complimentary Certificates of Origin
  • Invitation to networking breakfasts, luncheons and ‘after hours’
  • 3 Complimentary networking breakfasts or luncheons
  • 2 opportunities for your own display table at networking events
  • Ribbon cutting promotion and support
  • Complimentary set of member mailing labels (3)
  • Inclusion on sustaining member signage displayed at events

$1000 ($83.33 per month)
As a Gold level member, your business listing on the Chamber’s website includes the name and a profile photo of the business owner along with an in-depth bio about your business. Gold level member profiles are highlighted on and accessible from the member directory. Additional Facebook posts along with six complimentary networking luncheons are added to this level, and your business name will be listed on sustaining-member-level signage displayed at every event.

  • Chamber member decal
  • Website listing by categories (4)
  • Inclusion in annual Answer Book member directory & discounted display ad
  • 12 complimentary E-Blasts per year
  • 8 complimentary Facebook posts per month
  • Discount on Constant Contact email service
  • Inclusion in the Chamber gift certificate program
  • Complimentary notary service
  • Complimentary Certificates of Origin
  • Invitation to networking breakfasts, luncheons and ‘after hours’
  • 6 complimentary networking breakfasts or luncheons
  • 4 opportunities for your own display table at networking events
  • Ribbon cutting promotion and support
  • Complimentary set of member mailing labels (6)
  • Inclusion on sustaining member signage displayed at events

$2500 ($208.34 per month)
Platinum members receive a business listing on the Chamber’s website that includes the name and a profile photo of the business owner along with an in-depth bio about your business. Platinum level member profiles are highlighted and accessible from the home page as well as the member directory. Additional Facebook posts along with twenty-two complimentary networking luncheons are added to this level, and your business name will be listed on sustaining-member-level signage displayed at every event. Platinum members are also entitled to a complimentary parade entry, golf for two at the OPRF/FP Chamber Golf outing and an exclusive hole sponsorship.

  • Chamber member decal
  • Website listing by categories (4)
  • Inclusion in annual Answer Book member directory & greater discounted display ad
  • 24 complimentary E-Blasts per year
  • 15 complimentary Facebook posts per month
  • Discount on Constant Contact email service
  • Inclusion in the Chamber gift certificate program
  • Complimentary notary service
  • Complimentary Certificates of Origin
  • Invitation to networking breakfasts, luncheons and ‘after hours’
  • 22 complimentary networking breakfasts or luncheons
  • 8 opportunities for your own display table at networking events
  • Ribbon cutting promotion and support
  • Complimentary set of member mailing labels (12)
  • Inclusion on sustaining member signage displayed at events
  • An exclusive hole sponsorship at OPRF/FP Chamber Golf Outing
  • Logo inclusion on Chamber emails
  • Complimentary parade entry
  • Golf for two at the OPRF/FP Chamber Golf Outing

$5000
Platinum members receive a business listing on the Chamber’s website that includes the name and a profile photo of the business owner along with an in-depth bio about your business. Platinum level member profiles are highlighted and accessible from the home page as well as the member directory. Additional Facebook posts along with twenty-two complimentary networking luncheons are added to this level, and your business name will be listed on sustaining-member-level signage displayed at every event. Platinum members are also entitled to a complimentary parade entry, a foursome at the OPRF/FP Chamber Golf outing and an exclusive hole sponsorship.

  • Chamber member decal
  • Website listing by categories (4)
  • Inclusion in annual Answer Book member directory & discounted display ad
  • 24 complimentary E-Blasts per year
  • 15 complimentary Facebook posts per month
  • Discount on Constant Contact email service
  • Inclusion in the Chamber gift certificate program
  • Complimentary notary service
  • Complimentary Certificates of Origin
  • Invitation to networking breakfasts, luncheons and ‘after hours’
  • 22 complimentary networking breakfasts or luncheons
  • 8 opportunities for your own display table at networking events
  • Ribbon cutting promotion and support
  • Complimentary set of member mailing labels (12)
  • Inclusion on sustaining member signage displayed at events
  • An exclusive hole sponsorship at OPRF/FP Chamber Golf Outing
  • Logo inclusion on Chamber emails
  • Complimentary parade entry
  • Golf foursome at the OPRF/FP Chamber Golf Outing

MEMBER DIRECTORY

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EVENTS

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