Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development

What Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development does

The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development (MPCCCD) is a non-profit membership organization founded in 2018 and headquartered at 900 N. 25th Avenue in Melrose Park, Illinois. It supports local commerce and community development through a tiered membership program (Bronze $250/yr, Silver $500/yr, Gold $1,000/yr, and Premier Sponsor $2,500/yr), signature events such as the Annual Legislative Breakfast and the Taste of Melrose Park festival (44th anniversary in 2026), professional development seminars, and an online business resource center. Revenue is generated from recurring membership dues and event-related fees (event registrations, sponsorships, ticket sales such as $25 networking events and $52 ServSafe certification courses); no revenue figure is publicly disclosed.

The organization serves primarily small and mid-size businesses in the Melrose Park area, alongside larger corporate sponsors including the Village of Melrose Park, Wintrust, Winston Plaza, Perillo, Crab Du Jour, D&P Construction, Five Stars Sports, Aseptic Control Products, Woodlake, and Pan American Bank. Its go-to-market is community-led and event-driven, leveraging networking mixers, the Legislative Breakfast featuring Illinois Senate President and Speaker of the House, and word-of-mouth referrals. The chamber is governed by a seven-member Board chaired by Dr. Anthony Martino, with President Jesse Macias (also Managing Broker/Owner of Parks Homes Real Estate) and Executive Director Isaac Bazbaz (28 years of commercial real estate and development experience) leading day-to-day operations across a team of 8 employees.

MPCCCD has no proprietary technology product. Operations run on a standard WordPress-based website and chamber management software for member enrollment, event registration (via Eventbrite), and business directory listings; no API, SDK, or AI capabilities are offered. Strategic differentiation rests on ecosystem partnerships — notably with Cook County Small Business Source, Triton College (ServSafe certification), the Village of Melrose Park, and the West Regional Enterprise Zone — which collectively extend the chamber's resource offering to members without requiring in-house technology investment.

Name

Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development

Legal name

Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development

Website

https://mpcccd.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2018

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Non-profit chamber of commerce founded in 2018 in Melrose Park, Illinois, serving local small, mid-size, and large businesses through tiered membership ($250-$2,500/year), signature events, networking, legislative advocacy, and partnerships with Cook County, Triton College, and the Village of Melrose Park.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Chamber of Commerce Services

NAICS

Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation (71)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600)

akta.pro primary industry

Cultural Centers & Community Cultural Organizations (BPAGAHAD)

akta.pro secondary industry

Cultural Festivals & Events Organizations (BPAGAHAG)

Keywords

• Chamber of commerce services
• Business membership association
• Community economic development
• Business networking events
• Legislative advocacy

Headquarters

HQ city

Melrose Park

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: The primary revenue stream consists of annual membership dues at four tier levels: Bronze ($250/yr), Silver ($500/yr), Gold ($1,000/yr), and Premier Sponsor ($2,500/yr). Membership provides access to networking events, marketing opportunities, business referrals, and legislative advocacy.
2. Event Revenue: Revenue generated from event registrations, sponsorship, and ticket sales for chamber events including seminars, networking mixers, and the Taste of Melrose Park festival. Some events are free while others have ticket prices (e.g., $52 for ServSafe certification, $25 for networking events).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development is a non-profit membership-based organization that provides business support services to local businesses in Melrose Park, Illinois. Its core offering is tiered annual membership (Bronze, Silver, Gold, Premier Sponsor) delivering networking events, marketing exposure, legislative advocacy, professional development seminars, and community engagement programs. The chamber also organizes signature events including the Taste of Melrose Park festival and the Annual Legislative Breakfast, and operates a Business Resource Center connecting members to federal, state, and county economic development resources.

Product overview

The Melrose Park Chamber of Commerce and Community Development (MPCCCD) is a non-profit organization founded in 2018 that operates as a membership-based business support organization rather than a technology product company. The chamber offers a tiered membership program (Bronze $250/yr, Silver $500/yr, Gold $1,000/yr, and Premier $2,500/yr) that provides networking events, marketing opportunities, legislative advocacy, and professional development resources. Core programs include signature events such as the Taste of Melrose Park annual festival and Annual Legislative Breakfast, business awards and scholarships, educational seminars and training (cybersecurity, digital marketing, tax planning, food safety certification), committee participation opportunities, and access to a business resource center linking to external partners including Cook County Small Business Source. The organization does not offer technology products, SaaS platforms, or API-based services.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Bronze Membership Entry-level tiered chamber membership at $250/year for local businesses, including access to 4 networking events, monthly lunch and learn forums, annual legislative breakfast, board/committee opportunities, and marketing benefits including business directory listing, 1 newsletter ad/logo, and 1 e-blast and social media post.
• Silver Membership Mid-tier chamber membership at $500/year, including 4 networking events, sponsorship/hosting opportunities for monthly/quarterly events, 2 newsletter ads and logos, 2 e-blasts, and up to 4 social media posts to promote the business.
• Gold Membership Premium chamber membership at $1,000/year, including logo placement on chamber website with link, logo on chamber e-blasts, print materials and at select chamber events, 3 newsletter ads, 3 e-blasts, and up to 6 social media posts.
• Premier Sponsor Membership Top-tier chamber membership at $2,500/year, including invitation to local VIP events, legislative round tables, 4 newsletter ads, 8 e-blasts, unlimited social media posts, plus Taste of Melrose Business Ad Book Placement ($400 value) and Billboard Package ($900 value).
• Taste of Melrose Park Annual signature community festival organized by the Village of Melrose Park with chamber support, featuring food vendors, entertainment, and fireworks. Held at 1000 North 25th Avenue (Melrose Park Civic Center).
• Annual Legislative Breakfast Annual signature event bringing together elected officials, community and business leaders to discuss legislative issues affecting local businesses and economic development. Features panels with state legislators including Illinois Senate President and Speaker of the House. The 2025 event had over 230 registrants and nearly 100 businesses.
• Business Awards Program Annual recognition program featuring Business of the Year Awards (Small Business 1-25 employees, Mid-Size Business 26-100 employees, Large Business/Corporate 100+ employees), Non-Profit/Community Organization of the Year, and Making A Difference in the Community Award.
• Scholarship Program Annual scholarship program for Melrose Park residents demonstrating character and qualities representing the chamber's mission. Winners are selected by committee and recognized at signature events.
• Food Sanitation Certification ServSafe Food Sanitation and Safety course offered in partnership with Triton College. Subsidized registration at $52 (50% off) for chamber members, includes Food Protection Manager Certification Test.
• Cook County Small Business Source Partnership Program Partnership providing small businesses access to expert advising, informative events, and valuable resources including financing, taxes, and marketing guidance at no cost. Connects businesses to Cook County's network of Business Support Organizations (BSOs).
• Business Resource Center Online resource center linking to external business development resources including Small Business Administration, Illinois Small Business Development Center, Illinois Chamber of Commerce, West Regional Enterprise Zone, Cook County Bureau of Economic Development, and local educational institutions.
• Public Policy Advocacy Legislative advocacy representing business interests at federal, state and local levels. Includes the Government Affairs Council and annual Legislative Breakfast with elected officials.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 230 registrants and 100 businesses at 2025 Legislative Breakfast
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

13 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Cook County Small Business SourcecoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2025The MPCCCD has partnered with Cook County Small Business Source to bring resources to local businesses. This award-winning program connects small business owners with expert guidance and resources including no-cost one-on-one business advising, informative events, and valuable resources. The partnership gives businesses access to Cook County's network of Business Support Organizations (BSOs).
• Allies for Community BusinessminorOthersBSO partner in the Cook County Small Business Source network providing business advising and support services.
• Berwyn Development CorporationminorOthersBSO partner in the Cook County Small Business Source network.
• Chicago Minority Supplier Development CouncilminorOthersBSO partner providing minority supplier development resources.
• Illinois Hispanic Chamber of CommerceminorOthersBSO partner providing Hispanic business community resources and connections.
• Women's Business Development CenterminorOthersBSO partner providing resources for women-owned businesses.
• Triton CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerThe chamber partners with Triton College to offer professional development and certification programs including ServSafe Food Sanitation and Safety courses. Triton College's Center for Business and Professional Development provides training and workforce development opportunities for chamber members.
• Village of Melrose ParkcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPremier partner collaborating on economic development initiatives. The Village of Melrose Park works with the chamber on business dashboard resources, Taste of Melrose Park festival, and various community development programs.
• West Regional Enterprise Zone (WREZ)coreOthersThe WREZ Program offers state incentives to encourage companies to locate or expand within Melrose Park and parts of Cook County. As of January 1, 2020, Melrose Park businesses are part of the West Region Enterprise Zone and may qualify for cost savings tax incentives including sales tax exemption on building materials, machinery/equipment sales tax credit, investment tax credit, and jobs tax credit.
• Illinois Department of CommerceminorOthersState agency partner providing business development resources and support through Illinois Small Business Development Center locations throughout the state.
• Small Business Administration (SBA)minorOthersFederal partner providing online resources to help businesses start, run and grow.
• Cook County Bureau of Economic DevelopmentcoreOthersCounty partner offering ARPA funded grants to help Suburban Cook County manufacturers and a wide range of programs to drive sustained economic growth and promote vibrant community development.
• 5 Star SportsminorOthersEvent venue host for chamber networking events. Premier sponsor providing state-of-the-art indoor athletic complex for business networking.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Others

• SCORE: A national nonprofit providing free business mentoring and education through a network of volunteer experts. Serves a parallel mandate to MPCCCD's educational seminars and is frequently a co-referral partner for chambers connecting members to no-cost one-on-one advising.
• U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA): The U.S. federal agency providing resources, capital access, and contracting programs for small businesses. MPCCCD references SBA in its Business Resource Center, positioning itself as a local interpreter of federal programs for member businesses and an SBA-aware local advisor.
• Women's Business Development Center: A Chicago-based business support organization providing advising, certification support, and resources for women entrepreneurs. Listed as a BSO partner of MPCCCD within the Cook County Small Business Source network, it complements — and partially overlaps with — the Chamber's minority/women-owned business programming and member referral flows.
• Cook County Small Business Source: A county-run program connecting suburban Cook County small businesses with free advising, events, and resources via a network of BSOs. MPCCCD's partnership makes the Chamber a local distribution channel — and the program's NACo award recognition signals upstream reputational upside for participating chambers.
• Allies for Community Business: A CDFI and business support organization providing capital, coaching, and connections to small businesses on Chicago's West Side and inner-ring suburbs. Listed as a Cook County BSO partner, it offers a parallel support pathway to MPCCCD's networking and programming, occasionally absorbing demand the Chamber itself cannot fulfill.

Broad incumbents

• Chicago Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce: The largest regional chamber serving the Chicago metro area, including west-suburban municipalities like Melrose Park. Competes for Premier-tier sponsors with regional footprints (e.g., Wintrust, Perillo, Winston Plaza) by offering broader geographic reach, larger signature events, and deeper policy advocacy resources than a single-municipality chamber.
• Illinois State Chamber of Commerce: The statewide chamber providing legislative advocacy and policy resources to Illinois businesses. Operates a parallel mandate to MPCCCD's public-policy advocacy work and competes for member mindshare on the state-level legislative issues that affect Melrose Park businesses.

Direct peers

• Illinois Hispanic Chamber of Commerce: A statewide membership-based chamber serving Hispanic and minority-owned businesses in Illinois. Listed as a BSO partner of MPCCCD within the Cook County Small Business Source network, it operates a near-identical tiered-membership + events + legislative-advocacy model and competes for the same minority business-development mandate in the Chicago metro.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

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