Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce

Chamber Closed - Good Friday
2026-04-03 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Indiana/Indianapolis) | Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce, 418 S. Main St, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States

OSHA Council Breakfast - First Aid/First Responders-Setting up your team
2026-04-15 07:30 - 09:00 | Matterhorn Conference Center, 2041 Cassopolis St, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
Join us for the next OSHA Council Breakfast on Wednesday, April 15
Setting up your First Responder/First Aid Team
Presenter: John Good, Environmental, Health & Safety Specialist, Wildman Group
Developing the steps for setting up your team:

Assess the workplace and identify the hazards for the team(s)
Identify the types of teams needed (Medical, Fire, Spill/Hazmat, Evacuation)
Selection of members
Implementation

Why Attend?
This is your opportunity to:

Gain practical knowledge
Connect with leading industry experts
Strengthen your proactive approach to protecting your workforce and organization

Let’s make managing workplace safety challenges simpler, smarter, and more effective—together.
Wednesday, April 15 at 7:30 am at the Matterhorn Conference Center. Breakfast begins at 7:30 am; Program begins at 8 am

Pre-rgistration is required.
This event is open to all Greater Elkhart Chamber Members. Cancellations must be received at least 4 days prior to the meeting. Registration Deadline is Friday, April 10 at noon.
To reserve tickets, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets

Women's Council Luncheon - Proactive Care Planning for Aging Parents
2026-04-16 11:30 - 13:00 | Hotel Elkhart, 500 S Main St, Elkhart, IN, United States
The Conversation Every Family Wishes They Had Sooner – How to Reclaim Your Life Without Guilt, Burnout, or Going It Alone
Across the country, millions of adult children are quietly supporting aging parents while balancing careers, families, and everyday life. The emotional load can be overwhelming—and many families simply don’t know where to start when planning for the future.
What You’ll Discover

The hidden emotional challenges families face when supporting aging parents
The 3 biggest mistakes families make when planning for future care
How to avoid crisis-driven decisions that lead to regret
Practical ways to protect relationships and reduce family conflict
How families can move forward with clarity, confidence, and peace

Bonus for Attendees: Receive the Making the Right Move Guidebook — a practical planning tool to help families navigate senior living decisions with clarity.
Presenter: Shelley Pillado, Occupational Therapist
Founder, HolistiCare Homes and Creator of the Save Our Sanity Society
Presenting Sponsor

Event Sponsor

Registration Deadline is April 10. All cancellations must be received four (4) days prior to the event for a full refund.
To reserve tickets, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”.
Please list any dietary restrictions in the notes section of your registration

Business After Hours hosted by Elkhart Area Career Center
2026-04-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Elkhart Area Career Center, 2424 California Road, Elkhart, IN, United States
Join us for Business After Hours at the Elkhart Area Career Center, located at 2424 California Rd in Elkhart on April 21 from 5–7 PM.
Enjoy great food and refreshments while connecting with fellow professionals and exploring this incredible space where students are learning valuable, real-world trades. Take a tour of the Career Center’s innovative learning environments, see the newest additions to the facility, and discover a unique new venue available for hosting your own events.
Come network, explore, and experience the future of workforce education in our community!
Free to attend but pre-registration is requested. To reserve tickets, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”

Accident Prevention and Safety Conscious Supervision 4/26
2026-04-23 08:00 - 13:00 | Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce, 418 S. Main St, Elkhart, IN, 46516, United States
This 5-hour Seminar is designed specifically for managers, supervisors, team leaders, safety committees, and anyone with a supervisory or leadership role in the workplace. The seminar fee includes handouts; key principles reference cards, am breaks, and lunch. This seminar is a must for all levels of supervision in any organization that has an accident rate greater than zero.
This exciting, thought provoking seminar will be taught by Ron Crook, OSHA Council Co-Chair – Emeritus, Certified Safety & Health Manager, and safety professional with more than 25 years of experience in manufacturing environments.
Here are the keys each participant will take away to help their companies reduce accident rates and lower compensation costs:

10 Key Components of an Effective Safety Program
Four Safety Approaches to Avoid
Key Safety Philosophies to Guide Your Efforts
The Supervisor’s Dilemma and How it Impacts Safety
The Effect of Supervisory Safety Attitudes
The 5 levels of Safety-Conscious Supervision & How to Move to a Higher Level
Steps to Immediately Enhance Safety Effectiveness
Preventing Unsafe Acts (At-Risk Behaviors) From Reoccurring
The Impact Safety Costs Have on Profitability
Establishing Safety Goals & Key Result Areas (KRAs)
Making Action Plans and Taking the Initiative
The Importance of Supervisory Safety Communications
Identifying Recognizable Hazards & OSHA Violations

In addition to an enjoyable learning experience, all seminar participants will receive a Certificate of Completion.
Registration deadline is April 20. All cancellations must be received four (4) days prior to the event for a full refund.
To reserve tickets, you must either click on the + sign or enter a quantity before clicking “Get Tickets”

Economic Update Luncheon 2026
2026-04-30 11:30 - 13:30 | Crystal Ballroom at the Lerner Theatre, 410 S Main St, Elkhart, 46516, United States
Join us for the Economic Development Council’s Annual Economic Update Luncheon presented by Fifth Third on April 30 at 11:30 a.m. at the Crystal Ballroom in the Lerner Theatre.
Hear from Tom Jalics, Chief Market Strategist at Fifth Third Bank as he shares insights and outlooks to help you better understand and navigate today’s economic environment.
In addition to featured speaker Tom Jalics of Fifth Third Bank, attendees will also hear from Indiana State Treasurer Daniel Elliott. Treasurer Elliott will provide valuable insight into the role of his office, its key priorities, and how those efforts intersect with the business community across Indiana.
This added perspective will offer attendees a broader understanding of the state’s financial landscape and its impact on local economic development.
Join us for this opportunity to gain timely economic insights and hear directly from both financial and state leadership

Presenting Sponsor

Ticket sales close on April 23 at 4 pm. All cancellations must be received four (4) days prior to the event for a full refund.
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