Black Chamber of Commerce of Lake County
Non-profit OrganizationsUnited States2-10 Employees
The Black Chamber of Commerce of Lake County, (BCCLC) is a broad-
based federation of business, industrial, professional firms and
interested individuals within Lake County that are organized to enhance
the economic and socioeconomic health of their community.
It is a non-profit mutual benefit corporation of voluntary membership
that invests time and money to carry forward programs that are relevant
to members’ needs and benefit the local economy.
The basic mission of the Black Chamber of Commerce of Lake County,
is to create and promote a climate where African-American business
and industry can operate in a productive and profitable manner to
stimulate economic growth and development within the community we serve.
We shall also:
• Promote the African-American business community and the entire
area for the betterment of all. Contribute to strong economic
development efforts in order to build a robust business climate,
increase sales and generate a greater dollar volume.
• Lobby to protect and enhance our state and local business
environment and have a voice in government and legislative affairs
• Provide educational seminars to members aimed at physical and
profitable growth.
• Work closely with North Chicago, Waukegan, and Zion Municipal
government to win local state and federal dollars.
• Publish a quarterly newsletter that keeps members up to date on
chamber activities.
• Provide social contact and an excellent networking system through
quarterly breakfast meetings, and many other special events
• Access to health care benefits, which are passed along to members
and their employees