The Employer’s Coalition for Healthcare, Incorporated (ECHI) is a powerful group of CEO’s who have joined together to ensure that when it comes to employee benefits--businesses of all sizes have choice and solutions.

The unique coalition formed in 1994, when local CEOs came together to address the mutual need for affordable healthcare benefits. These professionals looked to the McLean County Chamber of Commerce, whose support enabled the group to thrive in our community.



ECHI now has a membership of over 300 local CEOs offering small and medium sized businesses the negotiating power, benefits, and protection typically only available to large corporations. There is great strength in numbers!

Membership means:

  • Access to a variety of plans to meet your needs and budget….you have choices!
  • A Board of Directors, like you, working for you to ensure that you have access to the best plans and the best possible rates.
  • Protection against major losses….you don’t have to worry if an employee experiences a major illness or injury.
  • Assistance…you are never alone when it comes to the world of healthcare and benefit planning.
  • Access to benefits including an Employee Assistance Program, Employee Benefits Plus Program, and discounted Occupational Medicine Services.
  • Enhanced ability to attract and retain good employees…you can have a very impressive benefit package!

The support and strength offered through ECHI is second to none. Together…we make all the difference. Join our powerful group today!