Our Current Featured Member                                   

Falkor Group

Falkor Group and the Chicagoland Chamber have partnered to provide significant discounts for technology services used by all businesses.  These services include IT Support Services, VoIP Phone services and Video conferencing services.  

Assured-IT℠ - 25% Discount

This is Falkor’s unique approach to Managed IT services. For a fixed fee every month you receive an all unlimited and all-inclusive IT support program. Features of this program include:

·         Anti-Virus Anti-Spyware Protection Management

·         Application Deployment

·         Application Addition and Change Notification

·         Unlimited Phone Support (8am-5pm)

·         Unlimited Remote Support (8am-5pm)

·         Unlimited On-Site Support (8am-5pm)

·         Software License Compliance and Management

·         End User Portal for ticket tracking

·         Much more

Assured-VoIP℠ - 10% Discount

Falkor’s hosted VoIP phone solution combines voice and data over a single connection to reduce costs and provides a superior level of service. You can implement Assured-VoIP^SM services over your existing LAN wiring. If your PBX or key system needs to be replaced, you're in luck: You can avoid investing in another PBX that will soon be obsolete, and at the same time enjoy features, scalability and reliability not found in most PBXs. If you have multiple locations, interoffice calls are free of charge, and Falkor’s domestic and international rates are extremely low. Foster a "one company" culture with abbreviated dialing between all of your locations. Save time and money with a shared voicemail system, centralized reception, and advanced add-on features like voicemail-to-email, fax-to-email and video conferencing.

Assured-Video℠ - 10% Discount

Falkor’s Assured-Video℠ provides a low cost, high quality video conferencing solution that can be used at both low resolutions for travelers with limited bandwidth, and at high resolutions for a telepresence experience in a conference room.

For more information about these solutions or to take advantage of the program:

Call (312) 602-6599 and mention Promo Code "CCOC2010”

Programs To Help Your Bottom Line

The Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce works hard to provide you with the programs, services and information you need to successfully grow your business and improve your bottom line. Nowhere is this more evident than with the exclusive member savings available through Chamber-sponsored products and services.

With over 2,600 members, the Chamber has the clout and purchasing power normally only available to large corporations, and uses this position to provide members with substantial savings. A description of the products and services available to help you reduce costs and remain competitive follows.

Members Only Savings

SAVE MORE MONEY WITH OFFICE DEPOT

Your one-stop-shop for all of your business needs!

Office Depot, Inc. and the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce have partnered to provide our members with exclusive savings on all of your business needs including: office supplies, technology, furniture, digital print services, and coffee and break room supplies. We are the leaders in the green industry and can help your business reduce its carbon footprint by trending towards green without increasing your budget.

Let Office Depot save you time and money! Whether you're a company of 10 or 10,000 employees, registering for the program is quick and easy! Click Here to sign up!

Benefits of the Program Include:

• Next Day Delivery (in all major markets) and free shipping for all orders over $50
• Consolidate your orders and see your rebates increase
• 1% Rebate for orders over $150.00
• 1.5% Rebate for orders over $200.00
• 2% Rebate for orders over $300.00
• Easy on-line ordering including shopping lists for convenient, frequent and recurring purchases
• Special pricing on all of our 6,000 green items 
• Store Purchasing Cards that allow businesses (and their employees!) take advantage of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Program when shopping at Office Depot retail stores

UPS Membership Savings through Our Customer Technology Program

UPS is the leader in distribution and supply chain logistics. Global distribution and logistics involves managing not only the movement of goods via all modes of transportation (Ground, Air and Ocean), but also facilitating the information and funds that move with those goods. Whether you're a start-up or a global conglomerate, UPS can bring efficiencies to your supply chain.

With UPS and your membership benefits with the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, you can take advantage of exclusive discounts on shipping. Whether it's overnight letters across the country or international shipping around the world , you'll start saving with the first package you send. The more you ship, the more you save!

Let UPS help you visualize opportunities to streamline your supply chain. UPS is offering a free Supply Chain Mapping analysis to all Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce Members. To take advantage, email your contact information to us at: upsmktg02@ups.com

Click Here to Enroll in the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce - UPS Benefits Plan

(Use Promo Code: NCR372 to enroll!)

Motor/Travel Club Services from AAA

Members of the Chicagoland Chamber are eligible for discounts on AAA memberships as well as discounts on AAA’s personal auto and homeowner insurance rates. These group rates can save members hundreds of dollars annually while adding the additional benefits that come with being an AAA member. In addition, individual companies that are members of the Chamber have the option of potentially extending these Chamber benefits to their employees. For more information, please contact Andrea Gordon at (815) 806-8138 or aggordon@AAAchicago.com.

Integrated Voice, Data, Video and Internet Services from Call One

Established in 1992, Call One is the largest reseller of AT&T services and products. We connect our clients by offering the newest and most up-to-date technologies including Voice Over the Internet Protocol (VOiP), all forms of high-speed internet connectivity, MPLS networks, ISDN/PRI circuits and SIP trunking, along with telecommunications systems and equipment. Members of the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce are offered exclusive discounts on voice, data and internet services for all telecommunications needs.

• Lower/Competitive pricing
• Special consolidated billing to fit the customer's needs
• "Hands on" customer care
• No long-term contract
• The ONLY provider that offers the SAME discounts for both small and big businesses (Favored Nations Clause)

Contact Colleen Lamb Director of Strategic Marketing at 312-519-5260 or clamb@callone.com and learn about our exclusive cost saving program available to all Chicagoland Chamber members. Additionally, call our toll free number 877-750-0993 to speak with a Call One representative.

Among the many, Call One is endorsed or partnered with the following associations: Illinois Restaurant Association, Illinois Hotel & Lodging Association, Illinois Healthcare Association.

Connor and Gallagher Insurance Services Inc and the Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce have developed a Exclusive offer to provide a no cost comprehensive review of members Property , Casualty and Workers Compensation insurance programs.

Connor and Gallagher Insurance Services is one of the region's premiere insurances agencies. We have a proven track record for providing Chicagoland businesses with sound insurance solutions that meet the challenges of changing market conditions. Connor and Gallagher Insurance Services offers our clients nearly half century of multi-tiered insurance brokerage expertise in the design and implementation of results driven property , casualty , and workers compensation programs.The base of our effectiveness is a sophisticated combination of technical skills, experience, market awareness, creativity and customer service. We take pride in our long term relationships with an extensive network of international, national, and regional insurance companies that service our clients with competitive pricing on the latest coverage options. We believe in the power of partnership . Connor and Gallagher Insurance Services Inc. cultivates long term client relationships and nurture strong alliances with a variety of A and At rated insurance companies.

For more information regarding our no cost review or Connor and Gallagher Insurances Inc. capabilities please call Jerry Doorhy at 630-810-9100 or email him at jdoorhy@congalins.com.

Wireless Service from Verizon Wireless

America’s Most Reliable Wireless Network offers the right tools for getting the job done. Voice and data choice bundles can keep you connected without having to stay in the office. Also, now available to Chicagoland Chamber members are business volume discounts on equipment, services and nationwide calling. For more information on Verizon’s all-in-one, on-the-go business solutions, please call Mike Merna at (312) 343-1541.

Virtual Assistant Provided by Errand Solutions (New Benefit Will Launch on October 1, 2008)

On October 1, 2008, Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce members will have the opportunity to purchase a Virtual Assistant service through Errand Solutions, a Chicago-based errand running service. The service, which costs $24.99 a month for unlimited use, is designed to help you tackle some of the mundane tasks that steal your time away each day. From corporate retreat planning and reduced priced catering and lunch orders to client holiday gift shopping and dinner reservations, Errand Solutions offers a personal assistant at the touch of a button. Additional features of this unique benefit include Reminder Club services that ensure you never miss another important event or client anniversary, company carpool coordination services, public transportation passes and discounted movie tickets. This is a benefit only offered to Chamber members. There are no hidden fees and you only pay for the products that you choose to buy. Service begins on October 1, 2008 but you can preregister now by calling Beth Kondo at (312) 334-1865.

Telecommunications Services from AT&T

AT&T Inc. is the largest provider of telecommunications services in the United States. It offers its services and products to consumers in the United States, and services and products to businesses and other providers of telecommunications services worldwide. The services and products that AT&T offers to consumers vary by market, and include wireless communications, local exchange services, long-distance services, Internet services and video services.

Please contact Larry Keller the AT&T Affinity Manager for CCOC @ 312.404.2042 for product availability or online ordering questions.