July-August 2013 Newsletter - Hoffman Estates Chamber of

JULY/AUGUST 2012
Chamber Kicks off Annual
"Tools for Success" on July 2nd!
The Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce invites you to
join our Tools for Success project, which provides new
school supplies to needy children in our community.
18th Annual Hoffman Estates
Chamber of Commerce Expo
Hoffman Village Shopping Center
Barrington and Golf Roads
Site of the new Mariano's Fresh Market
that will be opening soon!
Join us for a fun day with the Chamber!
Business Bingo Cards, Prizes, Petting
Zoo, Face Painting & more!
Sign up on line or call the Chamber office
for more details. Signing up by August
1st gets you in the special event insert in
the Daily Herald to reach 25,000 households, company name with link to your
site on the Chamber website, listed on
flyers that go out in all of our area
schools virtual back packs, and listed in
4 Chamber ads in the Daily Herald &
Chicago Tribune.
Special exhibitor prices for food vendors,
crafters and chamber members who are
providing activities for children. For more
information contact Cheri at the chamber
office: (847) 781-9100
A Special Thank You to our sponsors!
School supplies can be dropped off at these locations:
Barrington Square Improvement 1800 Williamsburg H.E.
Hoffman Estates Branch Library 1500 Hassell Rd., H.E
B & F Technical Code 2401 W. Higgins Rd., H.E.
Hoffman Estates Comm. Bank 2497 Golf Rd., H.,E.
BMO Harris Bank 1400 N Gannon Rd.. H.E.
Hoffman Estates Community Bank 1375 Palatine Rd, H.E.
Hoffman Estates Community Bank 2200 W. Higgins Rd., H.E.
Kids Plus Pediatric Dentistry 900 Grand Canyon Pkwy. H.E.
Citibank 2550 N. Sutton Rd., H.E.
Parkway Bank 1600 N. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg
Curves for Women 1728 W. Algonquin Rd., H.E.
Prairie Stone Sports & Wellness Center 5050 Sedge Blvd., H.E.
District 54 Admin 425 E. Schaumburg Rd. Schaumburg
Roosevelt University 1400 N Roosevelt Blvd., Schaumburg
District 54 Program Services 520 E. Schaumburg Rd. Schaumburg
Schaumburg Township Library 130 S. Roselle Rd., Schaumburg
Edward Jones 2300 Barrington Rd Suite 215 H.E.
Township of Schaumburg One Illinois Blvd., H.E
First American Bank 365 W. Higgins Rd., H.E.
St Alexius Medical Center 1555 Barrington Rd., H.E
Hamilton Partners 2800 Higgins Rd., H.E.
Triphahn Center 1685 W. Higgins Rd., H. E.
Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce 2200 W Higgins Rd., H.E.
Village of Hoffman Estates 1900 Hassell Rd., H.E.
Heath First Wellness 1880 N Roselle Road Schaumburg
We are also accepting cash donations at the Chamber office that will be
used to purchase gift cards for the schools. The need for school supplies
keeps increasing each year. This is a chance for everyone to reach out to
set the tone for a wonderful school year for all of our area students.
If you would like to get involved, all donated supplies will be collected
the week of August 6. On Saturday August 11th at 7:30am we will be
sorting the supplies at the Schaumburg Township District Library.
If you can help please let us know. Please help us make a difference.
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MEMBER NEWS
Tate & Lyle Opens in
Hoffman Estates
Tate & Lyle, which produces ingredients and solutions to the food and beverage industries, officially
opened its new Commercial and Food Innovation
Centre in Hoffman Estates on Weds., June 13.
The 110,000-square-foot facility will facilitate the
development of new food and beverage products
to satisfy increasing demand for health,
convenience, value and taste. It includes laboratories, a culinary demonstration kitchen, consumer
insight and testing facilities and more.
The center is also being called the cornerstone of
Tate & Lyle’s growing network of research, food
application and technical support laboratories.
http://www.dailyherald.com/article/20120620/
business/706209714/?pplogin=true#
LACROSSE RETURNS TO THE
SEARS CENTRE
New Dog Park to Open On West Side Hoffman
Starting in August, four legged friends will have a new green space to run free from
their leashes, and will be named Freedom Run. The Hoffman Estates Park District
approved the name Freedom Run at its Board meeting on Tuesday, June 26.
Freedom Run is a four-acre off leash dog run, and will be dedicated to military service dogs and their owners who have served in our military conflicts throughout U.S.
history.
“There are so many military service dogs that deserve recognition that we decided to
name the park for all of them,” said Mike Kies, director of facilities for the Hoffman
Estates Park District. Plaques will be displayed along the walkway in the park that
showcase dogs from each branch of the military.
Freedom Run is a collaboration between three municipalities – the City of Elgin and
the Streamwood and Hoffman Estates park districts. Residents of all three towns will
have the chance to purchase memberships at Freedom Run at the resident rate with
proof of residency and immunization records. Non-residents may also purchases
memberships. All rules, regulations and fees are listed at heparks.org
A dedication and grand opening ceremony is planned for Saturday, September 8
from 10 a.m. to noon.
“We’re excited about this project,” said Dean Bostrom, executive director for the
Hoffman Estates Park District. “Dog runs are a way to reach out to another segment
of our community. The park gives people with a common interest a safe place where
they can meet and enjoy the outdoors with their dogs.”
Former Director of Operations for Chicago
Shamrox (2006-2008) Ray Kincaid Jr., has
teamed up with the Chicago Outlaws and US
Indoor Lacrosse - Team USA to bring indoor
lacrosse back to the Sears Centre Arena for
a weekend exhibition event. The US
Lacrosse Exhibition weekend is on Saturday,
August 4th at 6:00 PM where Team USA will
face-off against the Chicago Outlaws and
Sunday, August 5th at 2:30 PM when Team
USA will face-off against the All-Stars of the
Midwest Indoor Lacrosse Association
(MILA). Tickets only $12 each and seats are
general admission; or you can purchase a
weekend pass for $20. Any individual that
purchases a weekend pass will be invited to
participate in a clinic hosted by Tom Ryan,
Head Coach of Team USA. For more
information or to purchase tickets:
In another show of community organizations working together, a local Eagle Scout is
working on a project to provide agility equipment for the park. Christopher Umecki
of Boy Scout Troop #461, presented his project proposal to the HEPD Board of
Commissioners earlier this year. He designed the equipment, is currently seeking
donations of materials and money to build it, and will work with his fellow scouts to
build the equipment. He estimated the cost of the equipment at $600, and the
Friends of the HE Parks Foundation has agreed to match the funds Umecki raises, up
to $300.
Go to www.SearsCentre.com or e-mail
Ray@ChicagoOutlaws.net
The HE Park District is a National Gold Medal Award winner for Excellence in Parks &
Recreation Management, the highest national honor in the public recreation
category. For more information visit heparks.org or call 847-885-7500.
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Anyone who is interested in donating material or money for the project should
contact Peg Kusmierski at 847-310-3617 or pkusmierski@heparks.org. For more
details on Freedom Run visit heparks.org.
About the HE Park District
Providing first-class parks, facilities, programs and services for a dynamic community
of more than 50,000 in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, the HE Park District
operates two community centers, a premier 18-hole golf course, state-of-the-art fitness center, twin ice arenas, family aquatic center and 69 parks. In addition to
Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club, notable sites include the Prairie Stone Sports &
Wellness Center, B ridges of Poplar Creek Country Club, Scott R. Triphahn
Community Center & Ice Arena, Willow Recreation Center and Vogelei Park.
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
Please join us in recognizing the
following organizations and
individuals who are celebrating the
anniversary of their membership in
the Chamber during July.
Member
# of Years
Alden Poplar Creek
22 ***
Combs, Ltd.
22 *
Forest View Animal Hospital
22 *
Hamilton Partners
22 ***
Hilldale Golf Club
22 *
Village of Hoffman Estates
22 *
School District U-46
15
Hoffman Estates
Community Bank
JNL Climate Control
11 **
JOIN US IN WELCOMING OUR NEWEST MEMBERS
Support your fellow Chamber members!
People do business with people they know.
Acupuncturist/Chiropractic
Balance Chiropractic & Wellness
2500 W. Higgins Rd., Suite 420
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Phone: 847-310-0303
Dr. Kristen Bobnik
Holistic Physician focusing on safe,
effective treatments With Acupuncture.
Painting Contractor
Full Circle Services
3 Golf Center #283
Hoffman Estates, IL 60169
Phone: 630-674-5552
Sean Nakos
Painting Contractor
Real Estate Sales/Service
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
20 S. Roselle Road.
Schaumburg, Illinios 60192
Phone: 224-805-1432
Susan Klatt
Fron Condos to Castles, I help people
buy and sell homes.
Entertainment/Sports
Chicago Outlaws Lacrosse Club
320 Parkstone Drive
Cary, IL 60013
Phone: 847-343-0181
Ray Kincaid Jr.
Semi-Pro Indoor Lacrosse Team
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303 Taxi, Inc.
5
Admin and Beyond, LLC
4 **
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
4 **
Chiro One Wellness Center
3
Cutting Edge Apparel, LLC
3
Porte Brown LLC
3
Integrity Physical Therapy
3
Spagnolo & Hoeksema, LLC
3
Al’s CRM Inc.
3
Sprint by Wireless Lifestyle
1
* Charter Member
** Platinum Member
*** Charter & Platinum Member
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Fishing Derby 2012
Photos by Mona Morrison
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Fishing Derby 2012
Photos by Mona Morrison
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THANK YOU to all those who made our annual Fishing Derby a success!!
Benefactor
Fish Sponsor’s
Cabela’s
Admin & Beyond
Affiliated Financing
Ahlgrim Funeral Home
Anna Newell
Augue Dunne
Barrington Square Improvement
Cary Collins
Chicago Reg. Carpenters
Citibank of Hoffman Estates
Clover Technologies
Dent Recon
Dress Barn
Fiona Donohue
Forest View Foot & Ankle
Fox River Valley Muskies
Gabe – Calzaretta LLC
Harper College
HECPAAA
Hoffman Estates
Chamber of Commerce
Hyatt Place
Jack Fehlandt
JNL Climate Control
Just 10 Insurance
Key Financial Insurance
Kid’s Plus Pediatric Dentistry
LaCroix Creative
Michael Lovda DDS
Mitchell, Vaught & Taylor
Montessori School
Novus Windshield Repair
Poplar Creek Bowl
R.P.P. Enterprises
RE/MAX –Marylee Nowak
Roosevelt University
Sir Nicks Pizza
Tandem Promotions
The Exchange
Theresa Keenan/State Farm
Trustee Karen Mills
VFW Post 5151
Voan Flooring &
W-T Engineering
Woodfield Nissan
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Major
Sponsors
&
COMMITTEE
Diane Schneider, Chair- Cabela’s
Shawn McGinnis – Carpenter’s Union
Dan O’Malley – Village of H. E.
John Giacoline – HE Park District
Bob Podgorski – RRP Enterprises
John Martens – Carpenter’s Union
Brian Wilson – HE Community Bank
Paul Swanson – Carpenter’s Union
Donors for Raffle Prizes
& Goodie Bags
ACM Realty Services, LLC
Bear Family McDonald’s
Cabela’s
Chicago Council of Reg. Carpenters
Herbalife
Hoffman Estates Community Bank
Illinois Dept. of Natural Resources
JC Licht/Epco
KidsSnips
LaCroix Creative
Laser Quest
R.P.P. Enterprises
Roosevelt University
Schaumburg Township District Library
Sears Holdings Corporation
Sir Nick’s Pizza
SportClips
St. Alexius Medical Center
Food Vendor
HECPAAA
VOLUNTEERS
Diane Schneider – Cabela’s
Gary Klein – SoundQ Productions
Jeff Butzen – Announcer
Mona Morrison – Photographer
Bill & Ann Schoole
George Bedell
Tom Dillio
Joann Nelson
Hap & Jan Wittkamp
Maral Abrahamian –Chicago Marriott NW
Laura Brown- BMO Harris Bank
Susan Reedquist–Children’s Advocacy
A SPECIAL THANK YOU to the
Hoffman Estates Park District
for the use of their facilities
and to Public Works for all of
their help and support!
HAPPY ANNIVERSARY
Please join us in recognizing the
following organizations and
individuals who are celebrating the
anniversary of their membership in
the Chamber during August.
Member
# of Years
Dr. Michael Lovda
22 *
James F. Sexton & Assoc.
Ltd., CPA
22 *
RE/MAX Suburban/
Marylee Nowak
22 *
Stonegate Properties
22 ***
The Write Stuff
22 *
American Taxi Dispatch
20
Hampton Inn & Suites
15
Hilton Garden Inn
13 **
Stonegate Conference &
Banquet Centre
Leopardo Companies, Inc.
12 **
11 **
BIK & Co., LLP
9
Life Changers Int. Church
9
Apple Villa Famous
Pancake House, Inc.
7
Chicago Ticket Authority
7
Sears Centre Arena
7
Higgins Automotive
6
Empire Beauty School
5
Friendship Village
Foundation
5
iPic Theaters
4
Kripa Montessori School
2
Miscoshare Intl.
2
GNC—Rose Plaza
2
Thumbs Up Productions
1
Poplar Creek Bowl/
Officials Time Out
1
*Charter Member
**Platinum Member
*** Charter & Platinum Member
Patriotic “Northwest Fourth-Fest” celebration in Hoffman Estates
Hoffman Estates has always been known for its popular, first-rate Fourth of July
festival. This year, the Village has partnered with the City of Elgin, the Village of
Hanover Park and Hanover Township, and the results will amaze you!
Renamed the “Northwest Fourth-Fest,” this will be the northwest Chicago
suburb’s biggest Fourth of July celebration. The five-day event kicks off at 11
a.m. on Wednesday, July 4, with a carnival and festival at a brand new location
– the Sears Centre Arena grounds, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway. The new site
features over 6,000 free parking spaces, free admission (charge for food,
beverages, carnival rides and games) live entertainment and fun for the whole
family.
Independence Day will end with a spectacular fireworks show – the largest in
the region! – at 9:30 p.m.
The Northwest Fourth-Fest is highlighted by free live performances by several
bands, bingo with cash prizes (sponsored by the Hoffman Estates Athletic
Association), a diaper derby (sponsored by buybuy Baby), pony rides (sponsored
by Schaumburg Township District Library), TNZ Magic Show, face painting, a
bags tournament with cash prizes (sponsored by America’s Bar & Grill), a water
balloon toss contest and Billy the Balloon Guy.
Interested in multicultural entertainment? On both Wednesday and Saturday
from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m., the Hoffman Estates Cultural Awareness Commission will
present a cavalcade of ethnic music, dancing and fun. Feature acts include
Agape Greek Dancers, Elgin OPERA, Fox River Trio, Grupo Folklórico Quetzal,
guitarist Jose Verduzco, Lao Dancers, Midwest Buddhist Temple (MBT) Taiko
Group, Rebecca McCarthy School of Irish Dance, Second Baptist Church of Elgin
Chorale Ensemble and Vidhya Babu Indian Dancers, among others.
Over 20 local food vendors, including Eshticken Pizza, Frank’s Chicago Shrimp
House, Garibaldi’s, Panda Express, Poplar Creek Bowl/Official’s Time Out, and
Sukhadia’s Sweets and Snacks, among others, will be serving delicious fare.
Free music throughout the Northwest Fourth-Fest will be supplied by Ambassadors, Diamonds and Kings; American English; Brian Lavender; ABBA Salute; M&R
Rush; and legendary rock band, Survivor.
Northwest Fourth-Fest hours are 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4; 6
p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday, July 5; 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. on Friday, July 6; 11 a.m.
to 11 p.m. on Saturday, July 7; and noon to 10 p.m. on Sunday, July 8 (carnival
only).
For more information and a complete schedule of events, call the Fourth of July
hotline at 847-252-5446 OR visit www.northwestfourthfest.com.
Media contact: Village of Hoffman Estates Sue Lessen, Boards and Commissions
Assistant 847-781-2606
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TO YOUR HEALTH . . . WONDERING WHERE TO TURN
FOR GOOD
HEALTH CARE? THESE CHAMBER MEMBERS CAN
HELP KEEP YOU FEELING YOUR BEST!
Check out what’s available from these Chamber members!
Health Care Facilities
Physicians
Chicago Cornea Consultants
(847) 882-5900
Alden Poplar Creek
Women’s Doc
(847) 839-4000
Alexian Brothers Behavioral
Health Hospital
Surgeons
Chicago Cornea Consultants
(847) 882-5900
George Kotsakis, DMD Ltd.
(847) 884-7080
Podiatrists
Advanced Foot & Ankle Centers of IL (847) 985-8380
Forest View Foot & Ankle Center
(847) 991-3111
Chiropractors
Balance Chiropractic and Wellness
(847) 310-0303
Chiro One Wellness Center
(847) 805-9111
Chiro One Wellness Center H.E.
(224) 293-6850
Health First Wellness Center
(630) 242-6693
Planet Chiropractic of Hoffman Estates (847) 705-7346
Dentists
(847) 432-5005
Alexian Brothers Hospital Network
(847) 437-5500
Balance Chiropractic and Wellness
(847) 310-0303
Emeritus at Hoffman Estates
(847) 755-0735
Integrity Physical Therapy
(847) 781-3159
Leyden Family Services -S.H.A.R.E. Program
(847) 882-4181
Pediatric Therapy Partners
(847) 466-7775
St. Alexius Medical Center
(847) 843-2000
Health Center/Nutrition
Curves for Women
(847) 241-5550
GNC/Rose Plaza
(847) 934-8199
Prairie Stone Sports & Wellness Ctr.
(847) 285-5400
Mental Health/Psychology
Kids Plus Pediatric Dentistry, P.C.
(847) 882-2555
Leyden Family Services --
Michael Lovda DDS
(847) 991-0790
S.H.A.R.E. Program
(847) 882-4181
Optometrists
Medical Services
Alexian Brothers Hospital Network
(847) 437-5500
Morgan & Riley Optometrists
(847) 885-2030
Chicago Cornea Consultants
(847) 882-5900
Sears Optical
(847) 645-6432
Chicago Medical Innovations
(847) 760-9307
Hospice of Northeastern Illinois
(847) 381-5599
Integrity Physical Therapy
(847) 781-3159
Leyden Family Services -S.H.A.R.E. Program
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(847) 884-0011
(847) 882-4181
Physical Therapy
ATI Physical Therapy
(847) 519-3485
Integrity Physical Therapy
(847) 781-3159
Pediatric Therapy Partners
(847) 466-7775
LifeSource Blood Services Donor Ctr. (847) 884-7766
Animal Hospital
Pediatric Therapy Partners
(847) 466-7775
Forest View Animal Hospital
(847) 934-0207
Women’s Doc
(847) 839-4000
Hoffman Estates Animal Hospital
(847) 310-8668
FOOD AND FUN MAKE A GREAT COMBINATION!
Check out these Chamber members for all your food,
beverage and entertainment needs.
Check out what’s available from these Chamber members!
Entertainment/Recreation
Arlington Park Racecourse
Restaurants
(847) 385-7740
Apple Villa Famous Pancake House
Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club (847) 781-3681
& Restaurant
(847) 765-2000
Chicago Ticket Authority
(847) 347-9500
Assembly American Bar & Cafe
(847) 843-3993
Chicago Wolves
(847) 724-GOAL
Bombay Chopsticks
(847) 380-5775
Congo River Adventure Golf
(847) 843-1778
Buffalo Wild Wings
(847) 645-0333
Hilldale Golf Club
(847) 310-1100
Buona Beef
(847) 490-4449
Hoffman Estates Park District
iPic Theaters
(847) 885-7500
(224) 293-1001
Dairy Queen of Hoffman Estates
(847) 221-5896
Dover Straits
(847) 884-3900
Georgio’s Chicago Pizzeria & Pub
(815) 354-7110
(847) 885-7500
Hilldale Golf Club
(847) 310-1100
Medieval Times
(847) 882-1496
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
(847) 488-9000
Pinstripes, Inc.
(847) 844-9300
Pixie Vacations
(847) 909-4575
Sears Centre Arena
(847) 649-2222
iPic Theaters
Jersey’s Pizza & Grill
Jimmy John’s of Hoffman Estates
(224) 293-1006
(847) 765-0085
(847) 898-0780
Scott R. Tripphan
Community Center/Ice Arena
Jimmy John’s of Hoffman Estates West(847) 645-9556
Groceries
Valli Produce of Hoffman Estates
(847) 252-7200
Photographic Services
Burdick & Lee Gallery
(847) 874-8976
Jenkins Custom Photography
(847) 310-0147
Larry Schaefer Photography
(224) 875-2550
Gourmet/Specialty Food
Tastefully Simple
(630) 736-6086
L’Eiffel Bistro & Creperie
(847) 428-4783
McDonald’s - Bear Family Restaurants(847) 429-6900
Millrose Restaurant & Brewing Co.
(847) 382-7673
Nozumi
(847) 783-0001
Panera Bread
(847) 783-0209
Pinstripes, Inc.
(847) 844-9300
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
(847) 645-1455
Romano’s Macaroni Grill
(847) 882--6676
Rookies Pub
(847) 645-0005
Caterers/Banquets
Golf Course
Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club (847) 781-3681
Bridges of Poplar Creek Country Club (847) 781-3681
Hilldale Golf Club
Buona Beef
(847) 490-4449
Dee’s Catering Service, Inc.
(630) 289-3930
Georgios Chicago Pizzeria & Pub
(847) 844-1988
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites
(847) 488-9000
Jersey’s Pizza & Grill
(847) 765-0085
Panera Bread
(847) 783-0209
Pinstripes, Inc.
(847) 844-9300
Seville
(630) 289-4500
(847) 310-1100
DJ Services
SoundQ Productions
Thumbs Up Productions
(847) 310-8000
(847) 269-0627
Convenience Stores
Hoffman Estates BP Amoco
(847) 843-0399
Stonegate Conference & Banquet Ctr. (847) 884-7000
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Thanks, Platinum Members, For Investing in the Chamber’s Future!
The heart of any organization is its members. No matter how large or how small, forward motion depends directly on the
efforts of its volunteers and 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
Woodfield Nissan
(847) 310-1900
www.woodfieldnissan.com
Auto Repairs/Suppliers
Hoffman Estates BP Amoco
(847) 843-0399
Education/Non-Profit
The Illinois Institute of Art
Schaumburg
(847) 619-3450
www.artinstitute.edu/
schaumburg
Engineering
W-T Engineering, Inc.
(224) 293-6333
Banquet/Conference Center
Stonegate Conference & Banquet Ctr www.wtengineering.com
(847) 884-7000
Food Manufacturing
www.thestonegate.com
Tate & Lyle Americas LLC
(847) 396-7500
Banks/Financial/Mortgage/
www.tateandlyle.com
Planning
Affiliated Financing Services, LLC
Groceries
(847) 884-8686
www.affiliatedfinancingservice.com Valli Produce
(847) 252-7200
www.valliproduce.com
BMO Harris Bank N.A.
(847) 885-0700 – Gannon Drive, HE
(847) 756-5850 – South Barrington Healthcare Facilities/Supplies/
(847) 756-5766 – Algonquin Rd, HE Service
Alden Poplar Creek
(847) 891-4340 – Schaumburg
(847) 884-0011
(847) 885-5858 - Roselle Rd
www.thealdennetwork.com
www.harrisbank.com
Citi Bank N.A.
(847) 645-3998
www.citibank.com
Hoffman Estates Community Bank
(847) 963-9500
(847) 884-0500 - South
www.hecommunitybank.com
Money Dart Global Services, Inc.
(630) 605- 1450
www.moneydart.com
Construction
Leopardo Companies, Inc.
(847) 783-3000
www.leopardo.com
Carpenter’s Local Union 839
(847) 490-8839
www.carpentersunion.org
Alexian Bros. Behavioral Health
(847) 882-1600
www.alexianbrothershealth.org/
services/abbhh/
Chicago Cornea Consultants
(847) 882-5900
www.chicagocornea.com
Leyden Family Service/
S.H.A.R.E Program.
(847) 882-4181
www.leydenfamilyservice.org
LifeSource Blood Services
(847) 884-7766
www.lifesource.org
St. Alexius Medical Center
(847) 884-3759
www.stalexius.org
Health Center/Nutrition
Consultants/Workforce Education GNC – Rose Plaza
(847) 934-8199
B&F Tech. Code Services
www.gnc.com
(847) 490-1443
www.bftechs.com
Building and Fire Code Academy
(847) 884-4969
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www.bftechs.com
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Hotel/Motel
Chicago Marriott NW
(847) 645-9500
www.marriott.com/chinw
Real Estate/Leasing/Sales/Service
ACM Realty Services, LLC
(847) 809-1257
www.ACMHomeSearch.com
Comfort Inn
(847) 884-6400
www.comfortinn.com
Hamilton Partners
(847) 884-2800
www.hamiltonpartners.com
Hilton Garden Inn
(847) 277-7889
www.hiltongardeninn.com
Ryland Homes
(224) 293-3100
www.rylandhomes.com
Holiday Inn Express
(847) 310-0500
www.hiexpress.com
Restaurants
Red Robin Gourmet Burgers
(847) 645-1455
www.redrobin.com
LaQuinta Inn
(847) 517-8484
www.laquinta.com
Landscaping/Snow Plowing/Valet
Services
VIP Services Group
(847) 760-5080
www.vipsg.com
Lawyers
Gabe – Calzaretta LLC
(847) 241-5000
www.gabecalzlaw.com
Retirement Housing
The Devonshire of Hoffman Estates
(847) 490-5800
www.thedevonshireofhoffmanestates.
com
Emeritus at Hoffman Estates
(847) 755-0735
www.emeritus.com
Security
PDS Security Services , Inc.
(847) 357-9209
www.pds-security.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) 286-1535
www.searsholdings.com
Sports & Recreation
Scott R.Triphahn
Community Center & Ice Arena
(847) 885-7500
www.hepdicearena.org
Newspapers
Daily Herald
(847) 427-4640
www.dailyherald.com
Not For Profit
Hoffman Estates Park District
Foundation
(847) 885-7500
www.heparks.org
Hoffman Estates Park District
(847) 885-7500
www.heparks.org
Midwest Elite Gymnastics Academy
(847) 428-3200
www.mymegagym.com
Temples/Churches
Beth-Tikvah Congregation
(847) 885-4545
www.beth-tikvah.org
WE'D LIKE YOU TO
MEET …
Highlight your company in a brief profile about your business. Contact the Chamber
O ffice to be featured. 847-781-9100 or email info@hechamber.com.
Name: Mike Hanson
Title: Owner
Company Name: Affordable Healthcare Solutions
Phone number: (847) 401-6049
How long in business: Eight years
Born in: Chippewa Falls, WI
Professional background: University of
Minnesota” Bachelor of Civil Engineering,
Master of Science Civil Engineering’ Purdue
University: Master of Science
Industrial Administration;
Licensed insurance agent in Illinois, Wisconsin, Michigan and
Indiana.
I’d like you to know: We meet face-to-face with our clients. We
offer health (both individual & group), life, disability and long
term care insurance. We also offer Medicare Supplements and
Medicare Advantage plans. Since we are brokers, we are able to
offer plans by the top nationwide carriers so we can customize
your coverage and be within your budget.
Interesting facts: First, all health insurance plans have gaps” deductibles, co-pays, coinsurance and, for those of us that are selfemployed, loss of time (income). We offer a series of proprietary
products that help to fill those gaps.
Second, most people think of life insurance as “death” insurance.
We have a life insurance based plan that offers an 8.43% tax free
return (based on the last 30 years of actual data) to provide additional retirement income. Where else can you make that kind of
return after tax?
The best business advice I ever heard: The best business tip I
have seen is the Map of Life. This is a detailed weekly schedule.
It starts with my important family/personal activities. Then we
schedule in business meetings, marketing time, appointment
schedule, etc. I put mine on the refrigerator so the family knows
what I will be doing.
The best business advice I could give: Plan your work and
work your plan. Get your “A” activities done first as they are
most important. Then work on the “B” and finally, if there is
any time left, “C” activities. When we concentrate on the most
important things, the rest takes care of itself.
My company’s mission statement: Our mission as Insphere Agents
is to help people of all ages make informed decisions about
products that protect their health and financial well-being, to be
their trusted advisor not for just one transaction, but for their lifetime.
The way I plan to participate in the Chamber is: I have been in
the Chamber for seven years. I attend most networking events. I
am a member of the Exchange. I am also serving my second term
on the Board of Directors.
I joined the Chamber because: I joined the Chamber as a way to
help build my business and give back to the community.
The next Chamber event I will be attending is: The
Exchange Expo will be on Saturday, July 14th, 2012 from
11:00 am to 3:00 p.m. at the Arboretum. I will have a table
there. Otherwise, look for me at the next networking event.
Chamber committees I serve on: I chair the AM Business
Connection committee & serve on the Membership Committee.
Name: Bruce Huchro
Title: Co-Founder Team Leadership
Company Name: St. Hubert Job & Ministry
Phone number: (847) 524-4903
How long in business: Ten years
Born in: Chicago, Illinois
Professional background: Harper College
Associates—Supervisory and Administrative
Management, Warehouse Operations Management-Health Care Industry
I’d like you to know: The St. Hubert Jobs & Networking
Ministry (Hoffman Estates IL) is a fellowship of men and women
with a common desire to become employed or seek career
advancement through a faith based forum. There are no dues or
fees for membership. We are self-supporting through our own
contributions. Our primary purpose is to prepare the attendee to
face the challenges of a new job search and to shorten the time of
unemployment, underemployment or alternative-employment
connection
Interesting facts: We have seen over 50,000 people in a ten year
period. We share with those on our job board 25- 30 job leads
daily. We ask all of you if you would like to share any current job
openings with your organization with our people. - you can post
jobs FREE OF CHARGE at sthubertjobs@sbcglobal.net.
The best business advice I ever heard: You will never know who
your next boss will be. Network-Network- Network- The best
part of networking is that referrals are the best customer base to
start or grow a business.
The best business advice I could give: Attend as many different
chamber meetings within the community as possible to let
everyone know that you are an active business community
member. Personal referrals are the best endorsement that your
company can have. It validates that you have served others and
will serve their needs successfully as well.
My company’s mission statement: The mission of this Job
Ministry is to provide a Christian community for job seekers.
Christian beliefs and fellowship will govern the ministry’s
meeting, actions and processes. These processes will include
worship, practical job-finding methods, tools and classical
networking with others to gain insight into individually targeted
career pursuits and methods for overcoming the barriers inherent
in the job market.
The way I plan to participate in the Chamber is: I am there to
help those in transition by letting our chamber members know
that we have many outstanding candidates attending our
meetings and available for employment. While giving them the
tools to make them market-ready for that next job opportunity.
I joined the Chamber because: To let everyone know what kind
of work is being done to strengthen the fabric of our community.
The work and outreach of this Ministry spans over 26 zip codes!
The next Chamber event I will be attending is: I will be
attending as many networking events as my schedule allows, to
get to know everyone since I am a strong people person.
Chamber committees I serve on: I will be looking at different
initiatives were I can share my skills, make a difference and help
to assure success.
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Vol. 1 No 7~ July/August 2012
Newsletter Editor: Linda Dressler
Hoffman Estates
Chamber of
OPPORTUNITY KNOCKING:
Calendar of Upcoming Chamber Events
July
Mon., July 2
2200 W. Higgins Road, Suite 201
Hoffman Estates, Illinois 60169
847-781-9100 FAX: 847-781-9172
Hours: Monday-Thursday -- 9:00 AM-3:00 PM
Friday - 9:00 AM-1:00 PM
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Georgeanna Mehr, Chair
(847) 963-9500
Hoffman Estates Community Bank
Keith Evans, Vice Chair
(847) 874-7016
Key Financial Insurance Agency
Maral Abrahamian, Secretary (847) 645-9500
Chicago Marriott NW
Karen Mills, Treasurer
(847) 885-1157
Barrington Square Improvement
Gayle Vandenbergh
(224) 293-6333
W-T Engineering
Misty Redman
(847) 286-2500
Sears Holdings Corporation
Tony LaFrenere, Past Chair (847) 885-7500
Hoffman Estates Park District
Michael Kies
(847) 885-7500
Hoffman Estates Park District
Jim Norris
(847) 882-9100
Village of Hoffman Estates
Jeff Miller
(847) 534-9220
Divine Signs & Graphics
Robert Podgorski
(847) 925-6005
Harper College
Ginny Roncoli
(847) 885-0700
BMO Harris Bank
Mayor Bill McLeod
(847) 882-9100
Village of Hoffman Estates
Diane Schneider
(847) 645-0400
Cabela’s
Becky Jahnke
(847) 285-3215
Edward Jones
John Moser
(847) 884-7000
The Stonegate Conference & Banquet Center
Cynthia Alexander
(847) 843-2000
St. Alexius Medical Center
Mike Anzalone
(847) 417-8558
Blueprints by Design
Mike Hanson
(847) 401-6049
Affordable Healthcare Solutions
Jaci Kator
(847) 248-2000
AT & T
George Moser, Dir. Emeritus (847) 882-1000
Stonegate Development
Allen Gabe, Legal Counsel (847) 241-5000
Gabe • Caizaretta, LLC
Cheri Sisson, Executive Director (847) 781-9100
Hoffman Estates Chamber of Commerce
Tools For Success begins
Weds/Thurs./Fri.
July 4-6
Weds., July 4
Fri., July 6
Sat., July 7
Mon., July 9
Thurs., July 12
Thurs., July 12
Sat., July 14
Tues., July 17
Weds., July 18
Weds,, July 18
Thurs., July 19
Thurs., July 19
Fri., July 20
Mon., July 23
Thurs., July 26
Chamber Office Closed
4th of July Parade
Hoffman Estates Highlands Garage Sale
Highlands Neighborhood Garage Sale
Membership Committee
The Exchange
Chit & Chat/Jersey’s Pizza
The Exchange EXPO/The Arboretum @
59 & 72 in South Barrington
Boomer Baseball
Fashion Show Committee
Business After Hours @
American Chartered Bank
A.M. Business Connection Committee
Women’s Professional Group Meeting
Government Relations
Board of Directors meeting
The Exchange
9:00 A.M.
9:00 A.M.
8:00 A.M
7:30 A.M.
11:30 A.M.
11:00 A.M.
6:30 P.M.
12:00 noon
5:00 P.M.
8:00 A.M.
12:00 noon
12:00 noon
7:30 A.M.
7:30 A.M.
August
Thurs., Aug. 9
Thurs., Aug. 9
Thurs., Aug. 9
Mon., Aug. 13
Wed., Aug. 15
Wed., Aug. 15
Thurs., Aug. 16
Fri., Aug. 17
Sat., Aug. 18
Thurs., Aug., 23
Mon., Aug. 27
The Exchange
Expo Committee
Chit & Chat/Pinstripes
Membership Committee
Fashion Show Committee
Business After Hours @
Balance Chiropractic
A.M. Business Connection Committee
Government Relations committee
BUSINESS CONSUMER EXPO
The Exchange
Board of Directors meeting
7:30 A.M.
8:00 A.M.
11:30 A.M.
8:00 A.M.
12:00 noon
5:00 P.M.
8:00 A.M.
12:00 noon
9:00 A.M.
7:30 A.M.
7:30 A.M.
Check the Chamber website for directions, locations or changes to the calendar.
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