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Congratulations to No Guru Media! We were excited to celebrate No Guru Media with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce. No Guru Media is a Bloomington-based media production company specializing in video, audio, livestream, podcast, and digital content creation. Their team works with businesses, educators, musicians, and organizations to bring ideas to life through high-quality production, creative collaboration, and clear storytelling. Known for their practical, client-focused approach, they help simplify the production process while delivering professional and impactful results. Congratulations to Brian Boucher and Eric Marlow, and the entire No Guru Media team—we’re excited to see your continued impact on Bloomington’s creative community. Learn more: nogurumedia.com
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This year marked the third year for the Valor Awards, a distinguished ceremony brought to you by the Exchange Club of Northside Bloomington in partnership with the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce. The ceremony is dedicated to honoring the bravery and selflessness of our first responders. Set to spotlight these everyday heroes, the Valor Awards recognized one individual from each sector for their exemplary service. The event, proudly presented by Simtra BioPharma Solutions, unfolded on Thursday, May 14th, 2026 at Ivy Tech Community College's Shreve Hall. See photos from the event below! Congratulations to White Pine Local, LLC on their new location! We were pleased to celebrate White Pine Local, LLC and their new location in the Fountain Square area with a ribbon cutting ceremony. White Pine Local provides commercial interior design services with specialized expertise in higher education, workplace design, and hospitality environments. With experience across a variety of commercial design markets, their team helps create functional, thoughtful spaces tailored to the needs of each client. Congratulations to the White Pine Local team on this exciting milestone, and we wish you continued success in your new location. Learn more: whitepinelocal.com On Friday, May 8th, 2026, The Success School, the Chamber's Foundation, held it's Reality Store® at Tri-North Middle School. The Reality Store® is a simulation that helps junior high students appreciate the ‘realities’ of life and achieve a better understanding of personal finance. In the Reality Store® simulation, junior high students pretend they are a 28-year-old starting out in their life and career. Each school year, this program is held at four local middle schools, where close to 1000 students participate. Over 150 community members volunteered to run the tables at these events this year. Volunteering for a Reality Store® is a fun way to interact with students and teach them important lessons. See the photos from the event below! As a part of the Chamber's Foundation, The Success School acts as the connection between the business and the education communities. We serve students by introducing them to many different potential career options, providing them with opportunities to interact with professionals in different fields and helping them understand that graduating from high school is crucial for future success. We also serve the business community by offering meaningful volunteer opportunities for business professionals in our career learning programs which provide workforce development services for youth.
On Wednesday, May 6th, 2026, The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce's newest affinity group, Bloomington Rainbow Leadership Network, held its launch event, Unity at Work, at the International Art Project Foundation. See the photos from the event below! (Photos are provided by: Playfulli Photography) Bloomington Rainbow Leadership Network ("Rainbow Network"), an affinity group of The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce, connects LGBTQ+ professionals, business owners, and allies through intentional networking, leadership development, employer engagement, and community visibility — strengthening Bloomington’s business environment in the process.
Congratulations to AlaniCare! We were pleased to celebrate AlaniCare as a newer Chamber member with a ribbon cutting ceremony at the Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce. AlaniCare is a Bloomington-based, locally owned in-home senior care company dedicated to helping seniors safely and comfortably remain in their homes. Serving clients across Indiana and Michigan, their team focuses on reliable care and clear, responsive communication—working closely with hospitals, case managers, and community organizations to support both transitions home and ongoing care needs. Congratulations to the AlaniCare team, and we look forward to your continued growth and impact in the Bloomington community. Learn more: alanicare.com The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce's Success School hosted a High School Employment Fair at Bloomington High School South (BHSS) on April 30th, 2026. There were 20-25 local organizations from all sectors that offered opportunities for current high school students. At the Fair, organizations were able to interact with high school students about the career opportunities open to them now or in the future. See photos from the event below! As a part of the Chamber's Foundation, The Success School acts as the connection between the business and the education communities. We serve students by introducing them to many different potential career options, providing them with opportunities to interact with professionals in different fields and helping them understand that graduating from high school is crucial for future success. We also serve the business community by offering meaningful volunteer opportunities for business professionals in our career learning programs which provide workforce development services for youth.
 Darren Klein has spent his career at the intersection of strategy, data, and growth; and in 2026, he finally took the step he had been considering for over a decade. As the founder of DK Strategic Marketing Edge, Darren works with small businesses and higher education institutions to help them think about marketing in a different way. After 20 years at Indiana University, including roles within Kelley School of Business and IU Online, as well as earlier experience at Procter & Gamble. He brings a rare blend of corporate, academic, and analytical expertise. His decision to launch his own firm wasn’t impulsive, it was a result of years of reflection and a simple but powerful realization: he didn’t want to look back and wish he never had tried.
What Darren offers through his business can be misunderstood at first, and that’s reasonably intentional. He doesn’t build websites, design logos, or run ad campaigns. Conversely, he focuses on what comes before all that: strategy. His work focuses on positioning, messaging, growth planning, and helping organizations understand not just how to market themselves, but why their approach should work in the first place. In a world that often jumps straight to execution, Darren slows the process down, ensuring every decision is grounded with purpose and clarity. Congratulations to Bubbakoo’s Burritos on Their Grand Opening! We were excited to celebrate the opening of Bubbakoo’s Burritos in Bloomington with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Founded in 2008 in Point Pleasant, New Jersey, Bubbakoo’s Burritos has grown to more than 100 locations across 15 states. Known for its bold Mexican-fusion fast-casual concept, the restaurant offers a creative, customizable menu featuring burritos, tacos, bowls, quesadillas, nachos, and signature flavors. With fresh ingredients, house-made toppings, and a fun, high-energy atmosphere, Bubbakoo’s delivers a unique dining experience for lunch, dinner, and group gatherings. Congratulations to Jignesh Patel and the entire Bubbakoo’s Burritos team, and welcome to the Bloomington business community. Learn more: bubbakoos.com Young Professionals Bloomington's Elevate Your Edge: Emotional Intelligence for Career Success4/24/2026 On Thursday, April 23rd, 2026, The Greater Bloomington Chamber of Commerce held its Young Professionals Bloomington event, Elevate Your Edge: Emotional Intelligence for Career Success, a leadership training event led by Rusty Shields of Develefy Consulting. In today's workplace, technical skills may get you in the door — but emotional intelligence is what sets you apart. Based on Travis Bradberry's bestselling Emotional Intelligence 2.0, this interactive session explored the four core EQ skills — self-awareness, self-management, social awareness, and relationship management — and how developing them can transform your professional relationships, leadership presence, and career trajectory. See the photos from the event below! (Photos provided by: Ever Exuberant Co.) [More photos will be added soon!] |
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