Help the Chamber of Commerce fill the Event Calendar on our website.  It's easy to do and helps get the word out about what you have going on at your business, club or group!  Highland has so many exciting things going on and adding your event helps spread the word!
To enter your event:
Go to highlandillinois.com, then click the Calendars and Events page and look for the submit your event button below the calendar.  Once it is entered, it is sent to me for approval, I approve it and it is entered to the events page.  Photos/flyers can also be uploaded.  Let me know if you have any questions.
 

Below are some of the awesome jobs that can be found in the Highland area.  Click HERE for a full listing from our website!

Highland Country Club is looking for a motivated person who currently has experience or is wanting to learn to cook in a restaurant setting. Needing someone to help our current cook on busy league nights and to take the initiative to cook on the weekends. Knowledge of restaurant workings & food service would be beneficial. A great opportunity for someone just starting in the food service industry, or for an experienced cook that can work/cook alone right away. Contact Jason Burns @ highlandccgolf@gmail.com or 618-654-4653 for more information.

Digitalartz is looking for a Production Assistant. Two years experience is a plus but not necessary. Candidates must be organized and possess good planning skills.
General Electrical knowledge is a must. Must possess good communication skills. Candidates must be able to decipher work orders to ensure proper print/cut setup. This position will be ordering supplies for upcoming projects, will be creating in house production schedules and also scheduling offsite installations.  Please come by Digitalartz at 188 Woodcrest Drive in Highland to apply.

SIUE is seeking an Assistant Coordinator, Events and Online Services- Events Administrator Associate More information HERE

WGEL has a part time position available with a flexible schedule. Get more information HERE.

Basler Electric is seeking applications for these job openings. 

Terra Properties is looking for a Maintenance Technician.

Breese Journal is looking for a part time Ad Representative to visit local businesses selling ads in the Highland Edition.  See Judy Neier at Highland Printers for more information. Details can be found HERE.  

Submit Your Own Job Listing

If you would like your company's open positions listed on the Chamber website, you can do so by entering them from your member home page. 

1) Sign in with the log in and password you set up when you joined the Chamber or when we transitioned to the new website. 
2) Click on Resources  

3)  Choose Submit Job Board  - enter your job information

When you complete your entry, it will be pending until approved by the Admin(Hillarie).  These are checked weekly for approval.

 

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Chamber Office Hours

Monday - Thursday:
9am - 3pm

If you would like to meet with me and want to insure that I am in the office, feel free to call ahead of time as I may be out and about visiting with Chamber members. 
Thank you!

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DEADLINE for getting information in the Chamber weekly newsletter is Thursday by 3:00pm. ***

If you miss the cut-off date, I keep your information for the next publication.  Please submit your information to hillarie@highlandillinois.com.

                                                                                                                                          
Dear Highland Business Owner,
The City of Highland is creating a new interactive city map. The map will be a great tool for citizens and visitors of Highland to see all that our town has to offer. This is also an amazing opportunity to promote your business. The map will be located on the city website and QR codes will be placed around town with participating businesses. If you would like for your business to be on the interactive map, please complete the following form (https://forms.gle/pawPJJY7qLmrioif8).
 

We are happy to give you the latest update on B2B awards, totaling $171 million. This means that there is nearly $79 million left to go. Our partners at Allies for Community Business are working hard to carefully review applications and get relief to businesses in need.

State Grants
Route 66 Grant Program (CLOSING SOON!)
What: This grant is for the development of tourism, education, preservation, and promotion of the 100th Anniversary of Route 66. This grant will help develop or enhance sites along Route 66, while prioritizing projects focused on future transportation and tourism trends such as electric vehicles. Eligible projects also include plans to enhance existing attractions,  develop new attractions, and improve wayfinding for travelers.
Potential Applicants: Certified convention and visitors bureaus.
How Much: $4 million total.
Deadline:  March 7^th, 2022
Apply: Information can be found HERE.


 

 

We have some awesome news for all!! Please share this amazing post and pass the good word!! Place an order for 100+ shirts for screen printing, embroidery, or vinyl and receive 40% off.  Garments must be purchased from Compustitch. Discount does not apply if own apparel is brought in.  Offer expires April 1^st.  So, lets get the ball rolling on shirts and hoodies! Sports teams, business promotional shirts, vacations, weddings, bachelor & bachelorette parties ect...  Shirts make great giveaways for parades! How much fun to toss in the crowd and every spectator wants one!! Have an open house coming up? Let us design shirts to promote your business!
When you sell or give a shirt away with your logo it’s a great, cheap way to advertise every time they wear it.  So, stop in and see us at 712 Broadway, Highland, IL 62249 or call 618-654-4754, email contact@shopcompustitich.com or visit our website www.shopcompustitch.com
 
We are now a Highland Chamber member and take chamber gift cards.  Contact us today to make your dream a reality with new apparel custom made for you!!!
 

                            Time: 7:30p.m. -  8:30p.m.
                                 Highland Hope UMC
                                   12845 Daiber Rd.
                                   Highland Il 62249
For more information, contact Wendi at wendi@highlandhope.org or 618-654-8434

 

Looking for a great way to pass the time?  The Highlandopoly Game is a the perfect way to have fun with family and friends!  Travel your way around the board “Highland Style" and collect your properties and earn money from of course, one of our local banks!  Stop by the Highland Chamber of Commerce, Kloss Furniture, Rural King, Lee’s Jewelry, Woodcrest Small Engine, The Greenhouse of Highland, HSHS St. Joseph's Hospital Gift Shop and get your game today!