The Winners Are... - Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce

FEBRUARY 2014
A Special Thank You
To Our Generous Sponsors
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The Winners Are...
Our 3rd Annual Celebrations of Excellence was held on Thursday, January
30th at the Stonegate Conference & Banquet Centre.
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This year the Board of Directors presented two awards:
The Chairman's Award which was presented to a leading business in the
Chamber community who promotes the mission of the chamber through
participation and sponsorship, and The Splash Award which was given to a
new member who has shown enthusiasm and support for the Chamber.
Splash Award:
Audi Hoffman Estates
Chairman’s Award:
Tate & Lyle
The nominations from our membership were voted on from January 3rd to
January 23rd through the Chamber website. Congratulations to all of our
nominees and to the well deserved winners of this years awards.
Volunteer of the Year: Mike Anzalone
Business of the Year: W-T Engineering Inc
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SOHO:
Wine
ACM Realty Services, LLC ~ Linda Dressler
Public Sector Partner: Hoffman Estates Park District
Photos from the event will be posted to the website soon! Thank you again
for all that came out to celebrate at this event with us and to the many men
and women that created such a wonderful night out!
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MEMBER NEWS
Elegance and Benevolence Await You !
Clearbrook’s 2014 1st Look For Charity Auto Show
-Don’t Miss out- Last week to purchase tickets!
Join Clearbrook at the 2014 First Look For Charity Auto Show. This exclusive black-tie preview enables
both socialites and car buffs to attend the nation’s largest auto show in grandeur – BEFORE the
general public. Prospect, entertain clients, host a staff party, recognize employees or enjoy family and
friends while receiving a tax deduction and giving back to charity.
Friday, February 7, 2014
~ McCormick Place Show Floor open 7PM – 11PM
Enjoy Complimentary cocktails and over 20 gourmet food stations on the show floor, Live Music, Two
Prize Vehicles Awarded and enjoy Clearbrook’s private suite which opens at 5:30pm. Corporate
packages and individual tickets available. $250 per ticket.
Contact Laura Warren at lwarren@clearbrook.org or 847 385 5374 or www.clearbrook.org/
firstlookforcharity
Clearbrook is a leader in providing opportunities through programs and services for over 6,000
developmentally/intellectually disabled children and adults in the Chicagoland area.
Multi-Chamber Regional Business Expo
To be held on April 10, 2014 at the Sears Centre Arena
2nd Annual Expo at the Sears Centre. Last year we had 89
exhibitors and 500 attendees.
$350 for VIP Sponsorship
$225 for Exhibitors
$100 for Restaurants
Details to follow. Registration will be available later this
month and will close on March 18, 2014.
Participating Chambers:
Arlington Heights, Buffalo Grove, Mount Prospect, Rolling
Meadows, Wheeling/Prospect Heights, Barrington Area,
Des Plaines, Hoffman Estates, Palatine and Schaumburg
Business Association.
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SAVE THE DATE
Golf Outing 2014
Bridges of Poplar Creek
Thursday May 29, 2014
Meet Your Next Customer & Do
Business On The Course. Sponsorships
are available for this great networking
event and registration will open in February. Check out the webpage as details
unfold.
http://members.hechamber.com/Events/
details/golf-outing-2014-2471
Fishing Derby
Saturday June 7th, 2014
NEW MEMBERS
JOIN US IN WELCOMING OUR NEWEST CHAMBER MEMBERS
People do business with people they know.
Support your fellow Chamber members
Martial Arts
Pro Martial Arts
2509 W. Golf Rd.
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Vince Inendino
Phone: 847-252-4100
Martial arts (karate) studio with a
heavy emphasis on character
education through strong anti-bullying
and predator prevention curriculum.
www.promartialarts.com/
hoffmanestates
Real Estate/Sales & Service
Hub83
6 Executive Ct.
S. Barrington, IL 60010
Michelle Moody
Phone: 847-380-7483
Hub83 is a chic & contemporary
shared office space with an
abundance of included amenities in
the northwest suburb of South
Barrington
www.hub83.com
New Member Orientation Class will be held on
Tuesday, February 18th, 2014 at 8:00 am
at the Chamber Office
Sign up now to be a Fish Sponsor at our
South Ridge Lake event!! Thank You to
Sears Holdings Corporation as being our
benefactor for the great fun-filled family
event and Hoffman Estates Community
Bank & Cabela's as our mayor sponsors.
We hope to see you at the Derby!!
Join us to learn how to maximize your chamber investment.
Please RSVP to the Chamber Office 847/781-9100 to attend.
Welcome Goodwill Store and Donation Center
~ 2535 W Golf Road ~
Julie Drake, Manager and Billie
Torrentt, Vice President of Retail
Operations along with Mayor
McLeod and Village Trustees cut the
ribbon on Wednesday, January 29th,
2014. Goodwill's mission is to
provide training, employment and
supportive services for people with
disabilities or disadvantages who
seek greater independence.
Please check out the website for more
details and the names or our additional
sponsors.
http://members.hechamber.com/Events/
details/annual-fishing-derby-2431
New Member Reception
Tuesday February 25, 2014 ~ 7:30am to 9:00am Bridges of Poplar Creek: 1400 Poplar Creek Dr, Hoffman Estates, IL
If you are a new Chamber member, or if you just want to find out how to navigate through Chamber life, please join us for
this informative breakfast meeting. Meet with some of our committee chairs and ask questions of our attending board
members. A continental breakfast will be served.
There is no cost for any new member; all other members the cost is only $10.00. This is a great way to say hello and meet
our newest members.
Please RSVP if you are planning on attending tricia@hechamber.com
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Mayor’s Annual Update Breakfast
Wednesday Feb 26, 2014 ~ Sears Centre Arena ~ 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway
Full Hot Breakfast Buffet ~ $25 Chamber members/guests ~$35.00 Non Members
Please sign up on line http://members.hechamber.com/Events/details/mayor-s-community-update-breakfast-2444
This is the perfect opportunity to meet with colleagues and civic leaders. This Annual Meeting
is essential for anyone who works or lives in the Hoffman Estates community. Stay connected
with the Village as they strive to improve the quality of life and services for our residents and
business community.
The 2013 Year in Review will address new businesses and the progress of the Sustainability
Plan objectives. Mayor will address 2014 projects and future plans for Economic Development.
People Helping People: These Groups Reach Out To
Others To Keep Our Community Strong
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
Please join us in recognizing the
following organizations and
individuals who are celebrating the
anniversary of their membership in
the Chamber during February.
Years
AlphaGraphics
19
Emeritus at Hoffman Estates
14
MPG - Tandem Promotions
9
Hoffman Estates Museum
7
Hyatt Place
5
Pinstripes, Inc
5
Sam’s Club
5
American Chartered Bank **
4
Fellowship Housing
3
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
3
Money Dart Global Services, Inc 3
Clover Technologies
2
DK Custom Curbs
2
Larry Schaefer Photography
2
American Laser Skincare
1
Tiger Koo’s Martial Arts Academy 1
Wojcicki & Associates, P.C.
1
*Charter / **Platinum Member
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Check out what’s available from these Chamber members!
Churches & Temples
Beth Tikvah Congregation
Life Changers International Church
St. Hubert Job & Network Ministry
Summitview Christian Church
Non-Profit
Algonquin Longhouse, Inc.
American Cancer Society
Bright Hope International
Chicago Medical Innovations
Chicago Regional Council of Carpenter’s
Children’s Advocacy Center
Clearbrook
Fellowship Housing
GiGi’s Playhouse
HandsOn Suburban Chicago
HECPAAA
Hoffman Estates Museum
Hoffman Estates Park District Foundation
Hoffman Estates Police Charitable Foundation
Hoffman Estates Professional Firefighters
Association—Local 2061
Life Changers International Church
Little City Foundation
Northwest Suburban Council, Boy Scouts
VFW Post 5151
Wellness Place
Wings Resale
847-885-4545
847-645-9100
847-885-7700
847-885-3683
847-660-1230
847-368-1166
224-520-6100
847-608-6620
312-951-1529
847-885-0100
847-891-4100
847-882-2511
847-885-7529
847-228-1320
847-490-0448
847-882-3698
847-885-7500
847-781-2807
847-710-2061
847-645-9100
847-358-5510
847-824-6893
630-483-0055
847-221-2400
847-884-7411
The heart of any organization is its members. No matter how large or small, forward motion depends
directly on the efforts of its volunteers & the income generated by membership dollars. A special group
of Chamber members are our Platinum members. These members have made a strong investment in
the future of The Chamber of Commerce and its members. Please frequent these businesses and support
the people who are investing in your success.
Auto Dealers
Audi Hoffman Estates
(847) 843-9900
www.audihoffmanestates.com
Dentists
Caring Smiles Dental
(847) 776-4537
www.caringsmilesdentist.com
Hotel/Motel
Comfort Inn
(847) 884-6400
www.comfortinn.com
Restaurants
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
(847) 645-1455
www.redrobin.com
Woodfield Nissan
(847) 310-1900
www.woodfieldnissan.com
Forest Edge Dental
(847) 934-8070
www.forestedgedental.com
Hilton Garden Inn
(847) 277-7889
www.hiltongardeninn.com
Retail/General Merchandise
Batteries Plus
(630) 380-5000
www.thedevonshireofhoffmanestates.
com
Education/Non-Profit
The Illinois Institute of Art
Schaumburg
(847) 598-6815
www.artinstitute.edu/
Banquet/Conference Center
Stonegate Conference & Banquet Ctr schaumburg
(847) 884-7000
Powerteam International
www.thestonegate.com
(708) 214-7213
www.ipowerteam.com
Banks/Financial/Mortgage/
Planning
Engineering
Affiliated Financing Services, LLC
W-T Engineering, Inc.
(847) 884-8686
www.affiliatedfinancingservice.com (224) 293-6333
www.wtengineering.com
American Chartered Bank
Food Manufacturing
(847) 551-8550
Tate & Lyle Americas LLC
www.americanchartered.com
(847) 396-7500
www.tateandlyle.com
BMO Harris Bank N.A.
(847) 885-0700 – Gannon Drive, HE
(847) 765-1350 – South Barrington Groceries
(847) 202-7735 – Algonquin Rd, HE Valli Produce
(847) 252-7200
(847) 301-5466 – Schaumburg
www.valliproduce.com
(847) 885-5858 - Roselle Rd
www.harrisbank.com
Healthcare Facilities/Supplies/
Service
Citi Bank N.A.
Alexian Bros. Behavioral Health
(847) 645-3998
(847) 882-1600
www.citibank.com
www.abbhh.org
Hoffman Estates Community Bank
Chicago Cornea Consultants
(847) 963-9500
(847) 882-5900
(847) 882-1000 - Higgins
www.chicagocornea.com
(847) 884-0500 - Golf Rd.
www.hecommunitybank.com
St. Alexius Medical Center
(847) 843-2000
Construction
www.stalexius.org
Carpenter’s Local Union 839
(847) 490-8839
Hotel/Motel
www.carpentersunion.org
Chicago Marriott NW
(847) 645-9500
Chad Hopkins Inc.
www.marriott.com/chinw
(847) 851-2070
www.chadhopkinsdoor.com
Auto Repairs/Suppliers
Hoffman Estates BP Amoco
(847) 843-0399
Holiday Inn Express
(847) 310-0500
www.hiexpress.com
LaQuinta Inn
(847) 882-3312
www.laquinta.com
Investment/Financial
Edward Jones - Becky Jahnke
(847) 285-3215
www.edwardjones.com
Savers
(847) 310-0329
www.savers.com
Retirement Housing
The Devonshire of Hoffman Estates
(847) 490-5800
www.thedevonshireofhoffmanestates.
com
Lawyers
Allen Gabe Law LLC
(847) 241-5000
Secretarial/Office Services
Admin & Beyond
(800) 850-3907
www.adminandbeyond.com
Merchandise/Retail/Wholesale
Claire’s Boutique, Inc.
(847) 765-1100
www.claires.com
Sports Arena/Entertainment
Sears Centre Arena
(847) 649-2222
www.searscentre.com
Sears Holdings Corporation
(847) 286-2500
www.searsholdings.com
Sports & Recreation
Scott R.Triphahn
Community Center & Ice Arena
(847) 885-7500
www.hepdicearena.org
http://www.allengabelaw.com/
Newspapers
Daily Herald
(847) 427-4640
www.dailyherald.com
Not For Profit
Hoffman Estates Park District
Foundation
(847) 885-7500
www.heparks.org
Real Estate/Leasing/Sales/
Service
ACM Realty Services, LLC
(847) 809-1257
LindaDressler.com
Hoffman Estates Park District
(847) 885-7500
www.heparks.org
Telecommunication
AT&T
(847) 248-8616
www.att.com
Temples/Churches
Beth-Tikvah Congregation
(847) 885-4545
www.beth-tikvah.org
Lincoln Property Company
(847) 884-2800
www.lpc.com
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WE'D LIKE YOU TO MEET …
Name: Aidan Salvi
Name: Nancy K. Enger
Founder ~ Hub83
General Manager
AmericInn Hotel & Suites
Phone: 847 380-7483
Phone number: 847-619-1000
How long in the business: 25 years
Born in: South Charleston, WV
I’d like you to know: Hub83 has everything your
business needs to run smoothly and grow. Hub83 has
spaces available for every size start-up and small business.
We have multiple conference rooms, private offices,
shared meeting space, shared office space, and private
desks.
Professional background: Jolet Jr. College,
16 years with Holiday Inn, 2 years with LaQuinta,
2 years Baymont, 6 years AmericInn
Interesting facts:
Interesting facts: AmericInn originated in Minnesota.
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I’d like you to know: AmericInn is a midscale hotel with 124
rooms, hot breakfast, exercise room, by the Fall 2014 will have a
pool/hot tub.
A truly unique space, our South Barrington location
offers 20ft vault ceilings, marble floors, and an
amazing art gallery with over 30 works of art from
local artists.
The best business advice I ever heard: Location/Location
Hub83 will be opening additional office locations in
Oakbrook, and multiple in downtown Chicago. All our
members will have access to these locations.
The way I plan to participate in the Chamber is: Volunteering
time if possible. Attending as many functions, networking events
as possible.
The best business advice I ever heard: Business is about
the long haul, stay focused, keep your customer happy,
keep your marketing message simple, and your cost under
control. Then one day you will wake up and see a
successful flourishing business.
The best business advice I could give: Be loyal to employer.
My company’s mission statement: We want to be the
“Welcoming Neighbor.”
I joined the Chamber: We joined to reach out to more of our surrounding neighbors.
What Chamber Committees do you serve on? None yet!
The best business advice I could give: To be a
successful business, you must create an image for your
company that sets you apart from all the rest.
My company’s mission statement: Hub83 provides
luxury premium shared office space in the South
Barrington and Chicago market. We have different
membership options for you ranging from shared desk
space to private offices and meeting/conference rooms. If
you are looking for a WOW factor then Hub83 is the right
choice.
The way I plan to participate in the Chamber is:
Attending events and networking.
I joined the Chamber: To gain awareness for Hub83 and
also to meet new and interesting, exciting local
businesses.
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Please consider taking advantage of the Meet
the Member column in the newsletter. We invite
you be apart of this monthly feature. This is a
wonderful opportunity to introduce yourself
and your company to the Chamber
Membership!
If you would be interested please contact the
Chamber Office: 847-781-9100
Vol. 3, No. 2 ~ February, 2014
Newsletter Editor: Linda Dressler
Hoffman Estates
Chamber of
Commerce
2200 W. Higgins Road, Suite 201
Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169
847-781-9100 FAX: 847-781-9172
Hours: Monday-Thursday: 9:00AM-3:00PM
Friday: 9:00AM-1:00PM
Congratulations to Rick Hogan from Hogan Systems
Winner of the year end drawing for $300 in Chamber Bucks.
Each time you attend a Chamber event drop your business card in the
basket to be eligible for the year end drawing. The more events you attend, the higher your chances are of winning.
Double your chances of winning by referring a new member. Each time
someone you refers joins the Chamber you will receive $25 in Chamber
Bucks AND your name will go into the fishbowl for the year end drawing
for $300 in Chamber Bucks!!!
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Keith Evans, Chair
(847) 874-7016
Key Financial Insurance Agency
Maral Abrahamian, Vice Chair (847) 645-9500
Chicago Marriott NW
Chris Sobey, Treasurer
(847) 551-8550
American Chartered Bank
Becky Kwong
Edward Jones
(847) 285-3215
Georgeanna Mehr, Past Chair (847) 963-9500
Hoffman Estates Community Bank
Gayle Vandenbergh
W-T Engineering
(224) 293-6333
Grace Lewin
(847) 286-2500
Sears Holdings Corporation
Michael Kies
(847) 885-7500
Hoffman Estates Park District
Jim Norris
(847) 882-9100
Village of Hoffman Estates
Jeff Miller
Divine Signs & Graphics
(847) 534-9220
Robert Podgorski
(847) 885-7700
St. Hubert Job & Network Ministry
Mayor Bill McLeod
(847) 882-9100
Village of Hoffman Estates
Diane Schneider
Cabela’s
(847) 645-0400
Mike Anzalone
Blueprints by Design
(847) 417-8558
Mike Hanson
(847) 401-6049
Affordable Healthcare Solutions
Jaci Kator
AT & T
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKING:
Calendar of Upcoming Chamber Events in January
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Membership Committee Meeting
8:00am
Multi Chamber Bus. After Hours Wellness Place 5:00pm
The Exchange
7:30am
Fishing Derby Committee
8:00am
Chit N Chat Hilton Garden Inn
11:30am
Presidents Day Chamber
Office Closed
New Member Orientation Meeting
8:00am
Executive Committee Meeting
11:30am
Government Relations Committee Meeting
12 noon
Board of Directors Meeting
7:45am
New Member Reception
7:30am
Golf Committee Meeting
11:30am
Mayor's Annual Community Update Breakfast 7:30am
The Exchange
7:30am
(847) 248-2000
Linda Dressler
(847) 809-1257
ACM Realty Services, LLC
Chris Olsen
(847) 396-7500
Tate & Lyle Americas LLC
Sara Odland-Benya
St. Alexius Medical Center
(847) 882-2000
George Moser, Dir. Emeritus
Stonegate Development
(847) 882-3300
Allen Gabe, Legal Counsel
Allen Gabe Law LLC
(847) 241-5000
Tricia O’Brien, President
(847) 781-9100
Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce
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