May 2015 - Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce

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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
ECBOR celebrates 100 years
pages 6
At 50, GASKA TAPE shows
employee appreciation
with CAR GIVEAWAY
page 7
Leadership Academy
Graduation set for May 13
page 15
Payroll & Employer Services
4 President’s report
10 Chamber members in the news
11 MICHIANA Forty Under 40
13 New Members and Anniversaries
14 Calendar of upcoming events
Cover Story
The Auto Connection to
Local Economy
pages 8-9
In our NEXT Issue:
Do faith-based
organizations increase
area business?
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Automotive industry
planted deep
definitely talking about Elkhart County. We don’t
manufacture cars any more, though you can still
see models of the Elcar in private collections. But
we are still a key part of the industry.
When I was a youngster growing up in Beech
Grove, the month of May was all about the
Indy 500. (For those that aren’t aware, Beech
Grove is a small town completely surrounded
by Indianapolis.) Mondays at school were spent
comparing sun burns collected during visits to
the track. We all had favorite drivers. The AJ Foyt
fans would argue with the Mario Andretti fans
about who was better. I was a Rick Mears fan.
Then on race day everybody who didn’t have
tickets would listen to the radio, because it was
not (and still is not) broadcast live on local TV.
So every May I think about motorsports.
Why does that matter to us in Elkhart County?
Motorsports were created as a means of
automobile testing. The quest for speed, handling
and safety lead to innovations in the cars we
drive every day.
In this issue of Leading Business you will read
about some of our members who help make your
driving experience better. We have companies
that design parts of your accelerator, the steering
knuckle and more. We have a company that
makes sure your mechanic has all the necessary
fluids for your car. Unfortunately, we don’t have
room to list all the dealers and aftermarket
products - right here in Elkhart County.
The automotive industry is enormous in
the United States. Cars and trucks are a major
part of the American lifestyle. Elkhart County
companies are involved in nearly every part of
the cars you drive.
We don’t have a world-renowned motorsports
event. Other than the Osceola drag strip and
the New Paris Speedway, we don’t live and
breathe racing. But we do have world-renowned
innovation in the automotive industry. We can be
proud of that in May and every month.
Did you know the rear-view mirror and
the seat belt were created by racing teams at
the Indy 500? A recent article from Popular
Mechanics magazine details the innovations that
were started at the Indy 500. Front wheel drive,
turbochargers, tire technology and more. Most of
them, you take for granted today.
Now that the conversation has turned from
racing to the automotive industry, we are
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Snyder named president in
ECBOR’s 100th year
Lori Snyder, Managing Broker of Berkshire Hathaway
HomeServices Northern Indiana Real Estate has been elected
President of the Elkhart County Board of Realtors for 2015.
ECBOR has a membership of over 300 and celebrated its
100th year, 1915-2015. Lori manages the Real Estate office
at 1741 E. Bristol
Street and lists and
sells commercial
property.
YEA! TRADE SHOW MAY 2
Left - a copy from
Eleven students representing eight entrepreneurial
the 1916 National
businesses have worked since November on building
Real Estate Journal business plans and marketing strategy in the Chamber’s
Young Entrepreneurs Academy. They will show their
Lori Snyder businesses to the public at Concord Mall on May 2 from 10
a.m. to 3 p.m.
All the businesses received funding at the Investor Panel
Presentations last month to actually start their ventures.
Matthew McDonough, a senior at Elkhart Central, won
the 2015 Greater Elkhart Chamber’s Young Entrepreneur’s
Academy Investor Panel with the presentation of his gaming
business MegaPixel Games.
McDonough will represent the Michiana area at the YEA!
Regional competition in Rochester, NY, May 7 and 8.
Other student businesses include:
Krystal Klear Images, portrait and candid
photography, Alexis Castellanos, a senior at Concord
Navibars, all natural energy bars, Lupita Rodriguez, a
senior at Concord
Prestige Mobile Auto Detailing, mobile car washing
and detailing service, George Jimenez, a junior at Elkhart
Memorial
44th BLVD, signature urban clothing, Luis Corona,
a junior at Jimtown, and Abby Weaver, a senior at Elkhart
Memorial
99 Graphics, logo and graphic design services, Pierre
Archie, a freshman at Elkhart Memorial
Bling Pops, luxury cake on a stick, Jennifer Brick, a
senior at Elkhart Central, and Devani Jones, a senior at
Concord
Exclusive, unique and individually-designed clothing,
Jose Rosales, a senior at Elkhart Memorial, and Vannyda
Hem, a senior at Concord
Premier sponsors and investor panel sponsors include
Crowe Horwath, Beacon Health Systems, Elkhart Chamber
Foundation, Irions Foundation, Majority Builders, Manchester
Tank, North Central Indiana Business Assistance Center, and
Overhead Door Co. of Mishawaka.
6 GREATER ELKHART CHAMBER
Gaska Tape celebrates 50 years
Gives away a new car for employee appreciation
Sometimes good PR just means a great party.
A Gaska Tape employee won a $35,000 Chevy Equinox
at a special employee appreciation day.
Internal public relations can be just as vital as anything
a company may do externally. This includes regular
communications that can help employees connect with
the company and its brand message. It can also simply be
rewarding employees with a great party.
Gaska Tape Inc. of Elkhart has done well in recent years and
it hasn’t been shy about sharing its bounty with employees in
terms of bonuses and, in the last two years, even giving away
a vehicle in an employee drawing. But recently, Gaska Tape
wanted to do something special. So, with the help of local
marketing and public relations firm TaigMarks Inc., it planned
a game show style event on March 5 emceed by TaigMarks
personnel that presented employees with a stand of 50
cubbyhole cabinets, each with a prize behind the door.
With all company personnel gathered to watch, employees
with five years or more seniority were selected at random to go
up and pick a door to open, from which they retrieved prizes
that included cash, gift cards and additional company-wide
contributions to the employees’ retirement fund and bonuses.
And … behind five of the doors were car keys, one of which
belonged to a 2015 Chevy Equinox worth $35,000 that had
been on display in the plant for the past two weeks.
thought I’d win. The only thing I’ve won before is a little lottery
money.”
“Gaska Tape has been a good place to work, good for my
family,” he said.
“After a house, a car is the biggest expense most people will
have,” said Jack Boyd Smith Jr., president and owner of Gaska
Tape. “It’s a heck of an incentive. You might not win the lottery,
but you might win a $35,000 vehicle.”
The whole event was designed as a surprise to the employees,
on a scale that Gaska Tape had not done before. “We wanted
to bring some excitement to it, to make it truly a fun time both
to watch and to participate in,” said Smith.
This year marks Gaska Tape’s 50th anniversary as a
company, and dedicated employees are a big reason for its
ongoing success. “Employee loyalty means a lot to us,” Smith
explained. “We’ve done well in recent years and, of course,
our employees are a big part of that. There have been times
when they’ve had to step up to help us through difficulties and
they’ve done that. And we appreciate that. And that’s what this
day is all about.”
Gaska Tape manufactures a wide variety of customized
specialty foam and tape products. It has a 300,000-sq.
ft. manufacturing facility in Elkhart and is internationally
recognized for innovative product development technology and
production processes in the foam and adhesive industry.
Whoa, now that’s a prize! So as more doors were opened, the
crowd’s anticipation grew. Those who found
keys were ushered over to a special seating
area and the mystery deepened until all the
doors were opened.
Then each of the key holders went up to
try and start the vehicle. First one … nope.
Then the next … nope. Then the third …
nope! Then the fourth … nope again! A big
cheer rose from the audience as key holder
number five, 13-year Gaska veteran Patrick
R. Kling, got up. It had to be him! And yep,
he got in and it started right up!
“This was a terrific public relations event
where the company went above and beyond
to make it very enjoyable as well as very
rewarding for its employees,” said TaigMarks
Vice President and Creative Director David
Marks, one of the emcees. “It showed the
employees how much the company cared,
and how much it wants to be a place where
employees can both do good work and have
a good time.”
“I was shocked. Stunned,” said Kling, who had been continually
walking by the vehicle that had been on display in the plant for
last two weeks. “I’ve been thinking that’s my car, but I never
Gaska Tape president and owner Jack Boyd Smith Jr. (right)
stands next to the man with the winning key to a $35,000
Chevy Equinox, Patrick R. Kling of Elkhart, a 13-year veteran
of Gaska Tape. The big giveaway capped off a festive
afternoon of fun and prizes for Gaska Tape employees in
March.
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Band instruments and recreational vehicles. Those industries
have been at the core of the greater Elkhart area economy and its
communities for several decades. For more than a generation, the
automotive market has also been a significant element in the local
economy.
During the 1970s, Elkhart’s own CTS (originally known as Chicago
Telephone Supply Company) recognized an opportunity in the automotive
industry. For nearly 70 years, the business was immersed in the
communications market. Four decades ago, concerns over environmental
pollution led to U.S. Government mandated automotive emissions control
requirements. Electronic sensors were developed to fill the need to monitor
throttle position and exhaust gas recirculation controls. And CTS dove into
the custom automotive sensor business, opening new market opportunities
for the company.
Since then, CTS has served the automotive market with position sensors
for applications such as throttle control, exhaust gas recirculation systems,
intake valves and turbocharger position sensors. The company produces
rotary actuators for tuned manifolds and other engine systems controls,
and a broad line of electronic accelerator pedal modules for light-duty and
commercial vehicle manufacturers worldwide.
Recently, the Beardsley Avenue based CTS expanded into the commercial
vehicle, off-road and heavy equipment markets. The company developed
and introduced a robust “Smart Actuator,” designed for fuel delivery
management, control of variable vane turbochargers which is suitable for
a variety of other large diesel engine management functions. Additionally,
CTS Automotive Products supplies position sensors to the small engine
market that includes motorcycles, ATVs, outboard engines and more.
www.ctscorp.com
Among the Chamber’s other members in the automotive industry are:
Chassix, in Bristol, was formed through the integration of Diversified
Machine and SMW Automotive and produces several parts for the auto
industry, including, brackets, control arms which are links between a
vehicle’s chassis and suspension, cross members that assist in proper
vehicle handling, knuckles - where wheel meets suspension meets
steering. Engineering, designing specialty parts, testing and validating are
all among the services offered by Chassix.
www.chassix.com
Tenneco Inc. is one of the world’s
leading designers, manufacturers
and distributors of clean air and ride
performance products and systems
for the automotive, commercial truck
and off-highway markets and the
aftermarket.
It employs nearly 29,000 employees
around the world with its headquarters
in Ligonier and a key plant in Elkhart
near County Road 17. Tenneco has
more than 90 manufacturing facilities
on six continents and 15 engineering
centers around the world. Tenneco
produces parts for passenger cars,
light trucks, off-road vehicles and
several other industries.
www.tenneco.com
GDC serves a wide range of
industries, growing globally from its
modest beginnings in 1955 die cutting
parts for the automotive industry. The
company supplies over 20 million
parts annually to companies like Ford,
Toyota, GM, Trane and more, including
air and water deflectors, gimp,
duct and foam seals, gaskets and
adhesives, engine cover foam, fuel
tank isolators, filters and diaphragms
and dozens of other products.
www.gdc-corp.com
CMI Enterprises has been in the
auto industry for over 25 with locations
in Miami, Florida, and a second state
of the art manufacturing plant in
Elkhart. The company’s distribution
facilities in Arlington, Texas, and Los
Angeles, California, are strategically
positioned to serve customers
across the nation in a timely manner,
supplying aftermarket headliners,
upholstery, a wide selection of genuine
durable leathers, poly-urethanes,
faux suede, vinyl, fabrics and sidewall
materials. CMI also serves several
other industries.
www.cmi-enterprises.com
Kem Krest Corporation started
in 1979 managing the General Motors
chemical line. Over the years, its
customer base has grown, expanding
beyond the automotive industry to
include the agriculture and industrial
and defense industries. It now also
serves Ford, Honda, Nissan, and
Hyundai.
Recently, the company founded Kem
Krest Defense which works with the
Department of Defense and its prime
suppliers.
The company does $150 million in
revenue annually, growing with double
digits every year.
Amish Shah and David Weaver bought
the company in 2009 and developed
a creative and strategic board of
directors with an entirely different
strategy. At a time when Elkhart
County was bottoming out during the
recession, Kem Krest leaders looked
at the possibility of relocating the
operation across the country.
Communities in Tennessee, Michigan,
Illinois and Ohio offered millions in
immediate tax breaks. Shah says
the dollars that dangled were very
tempting for a new venture with a
promising future. “But we couldn’t
leave,” Shah says. “In the long run, we
knew it was a better investment to stay
in Elkhart.”
Shah and Weaver reached beyond
their GM base and landed additional
clients.
“The more (business) we grab, we can
offer better service and a low cost –
more volume and scale,” says Shah,
who also is one of six on the GM
Supplier Council – and is the only one
not from Detroit.
He says businesses in the auto
industry can be even more optimistic.
“It’s at the best point in years.
Manufacturers are making the best
product, great quality and the average
age of a car on the road is 11 years,
now,” he says. “This is the new auto
industry.”
www.kemkrest.com
Below Kem Krest distribution warehouse in Elkhart
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Aluminum Metals Company, 640 Collins Rd,
hosted a ribbon cutting and open house
recently as a business re-launch. Aluminum
Metals Company acquired Elixir Industries
Elkhart division.
Photo by Life/Style Photography
NEWSABOUT OUR MEMBERS
1st Source Corporation has once again been named
to the Keefe, Bruyette & Woods, Inc. “Bank Honor Roll”
of Superior Performers in recognition of the bank’s strong
performance over the past ten years. 1st Source is one of
25 banks to be named to this esteemed list.
ASA Electronics has received the Supplier of the
Year award from the Independent Boat Builders Inc. The
award is based on a survey that IBBI members use to rate
suppliers in five key categories: product quality, delivery,
technical service, customer service/warranty claims/returns,
and accurate invoicing.
Eric Jensen has joined Ancon Construction as a
project architect. He will be responsible for leading and
assisting in building projects for all phases of design,
pricing and construction. Jeremy Jankoviak has joined
Ancon’s concrete team. He has over 17 years of experience
in concrete finishing and supervision.
Rick Bossingham has been named vice president of
operations at Cornerstone Environmental, Health
and Safety, Inc. He previously served as assistant
commissioner of the Office of Compliance Support at the
Indiana Department of Environmental Management.
Justin McCuddy has joined
Dicor Products as an account
manager for OEM sales of roofing
membranes.
Bob Schrock, CEO of DJ
Construction, was honored
with the Purdue University Civil
Engineering Alumni Achievement
Award. He is one of six graduates
to receive the award, which is the
highest honor presented by the
department. It celebrates excellence
and outstanding achievement and is
based on career achievements and
contributions to the civil engineering
profession.
10 GREATER ELKHART CHAMBER
The Economic Development Corporation of
Elkhart County has released their newly redesigned
website www.ElkhartCountyBiz.com. Providing an improved
destination for site selectors, businesses, investors and
elected officials, the website now focuses on Elkhart County
as a premier destination for investors, growing businesses
and trailing families seeking business, educational, cultural
and recreational outlets.
Jordan Toyota has received the President’s Award
from Toyota Motor Sales USA Inc. The award is presented
annually to Toyota dealerships that achieve high standards
of performance in all facets of the automotive dealer
profession, including vehicle and parts sales, service and
customer satisfaction.
Riverside Tool Corp., a leading manufacturer of
precision woodworking, plastics, and nonferrous machining
cutting tools, proudly announces the company’s 25th year.
Riverside has grown from modest beginnings in a garage
by the Elkhart River to a leading manufacturer in the cutting
tool industry.
Submit your company’s news and
information to marketing@elkhart.org
Ambassador of the Month
WRBR 103.9 FM The Bear, KATIE DITTMAN
Networking isn’t just about finding a new client, or
prospecting for my own benefit, it’s about creating
strong connections that I know I can count on if I ever
needed them. That connection leads to another, and
another, and next thing you know I won’t be able to
walk into the grocery store without seeing someone
that I met through being an Ambassador, and that
is pretty awesome. I get to be a part of watching
new businesses plant roots here in Elkhart at ribbon
cuttings, to attending their open houses watching them
grow, to delivering Chamber anniversary packets to
celebrate their success. Celebrating every aspect of
their journey in the community inspires me.
2015 Michiana Forty under 40 Class Revealed
T
he 2015 Michiana Forty under 40 class has been selected.
The Michiana Forty under 40 program shines the spotlight
on 40 of the area’s most talented and dedicated young
executives, professionals and leaders who demonstrate career
success and community engagement.
The 2015 class represents the ninth Michiana Forty under
40 class with 320 leaders already receiving recognition. This
program is an annual collaborative effort between the St. Joseph
County Chamber of Commerce, the Greater Elkhart Chamber
and other area chambers in the Michiana region, Young
Professionals Network South Bend, Gates Automotive and the
South Bend Tribune.
Recipients were honored at a Recognition Luncheon at the
Gillespie Conference Center in South Bend.
2015 Michiana Forty under 40 Recipients
Scott Schmucker, Crowe Horwath LLP *
Adam Schwelnus, LOGAN Community Resources
Ruth Tarwacki, Anthony Travel
Charmaine Torma, Holy Cross College
David W. Vermillion, Vermillion Systems, Inc.
Tricia L. Wainscott, Kilwin’s Chocolates & Ice Cream
David Walters, Gibson *
Andrew J. Warzon, Trek10 Inc.
Michiana Forty under 40 CRITERIA
Emily S. Block, University of Notre Dame
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Joel T. Bowers, Barnes & Thornburg LLP *
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Malissa Ayala, IU South Bend*
TJ Brecht, Crowe Horwath LLP *
Ashley Brickley, Logistick, Inc.
Holly Byers, Reins of Life, Inc.
David Cangany, Transpo
Sam Centellas, La Casa de Amistad
Alex Cook, Pro IT Solutions
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Initiative and dedication in pursuing their career
Proven success and achievement in their job/career
Investment in others through their involvement in civic,
charitable and/or religious organizations
Passion for their community, giving back because of that
passion
Under the age of 40 on May 1, 2015
Live and work in Michiana (LaPorte, St. Joseph, Elkhart,
Starke & Marshall counties in Indiana; and Cass & Berrien
counties in Michigan)
* - Denotes Greater Elkhart Chamber member companies.
Jim Cunningham, University of Notre Dame
Julie Curtis, South Bend International Airport *
Patrick Kyle Davis, IU School of Medicine–South Bend *
Ben Decker, Kem Krest *
Brian Dickerson, Final Phase Electric
John A. Drake, LaDue Curran & Kuehn LLC
Kelli Foley, Crowe Horwath LLP *
Chris Frentz, Michiana Orthopaedic & Sports Physical Therapy
Sean Galiher, Schmucker Middle School
William “Bill” Gertner, Horizon Bank *
Joshua D. Gregory, Korhorn Financial Group, Inc.
Craig Heaney, Shaffner Heaney Associates
Erin Heldstab, Kruggel Lawton CPAs *
Erin M. Hoffmann Harding, University of Notre Dame
Dustin J. Holland, Better World Books
Brett Hummer, May Oberfell Lorber
Andrew Hynek, LaPorte County Sheriff’s Department
Rob Kelly, University of Notre Dame
Jillian Koeneman, Freshlime Digital Marketing
Ryan Kring, Burkhart Advertising, Inc. *
Jim McKinnies, Weichert Realtors Jim Dunfee and Associates
Kristen Patterson, Grace Learning Center
Santiago Rodriguez, PNC Bank *
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LEADING BUSINESS 11
(A continuation of April’s feature story.)
In the April issue of Leading Business,
we focused on ADEC, Goodwill
Industries, and Junior Achievement – how
these organizations impact the greater
Elkhart area by providing services to
local manufacturers and training for the
adult workforce, an injection of cash into
the local economy, and financial literacy
guidance for our youth to prepare them for
real-world finances.
These barely scratch the surface of how
nonprofit organizations in the area make
such significant and positive impacts.
Darren Bickel, Vice President, Community
Impact of United Way of Elkhart County,
notes that there are so many other
organizations that they could not be
sufficiently explored in one, two – or
even several articles. However, it does
seem important to include a follow-up
to mention just three more. These are all
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organizations supported by United Way.
LaCasa, Inc. (www.lacasainc.net)
is a nonprofit housing agency based in
Goshen, with programs to help clients
achieve financial stability, find a new
home, prevent foreclosure, and find
affordable rentals, get home repair
assistance, immigration counseling, and
neighborhood engagement.
Livability in a community adds to the
growth of a workforce. LaCasa helps by
coordinating with the local government
in finding the right neighborhoods to
build new affordable housing and assisting
in the establishment of neighborhood
organizations.
Church Community Services
(www.churchcommunityservices.org),
Elkhart, assists people “wrestle through
issues that may have caused them to get
tangled up in tough situations,” says Bickel
of one program in particular, Men Alive.
Men Alive is an empowerment program
for men, teaching job and life skills
through a strong, supportive environment.
It challenges and equips men to overcome
difficult life circumstances, moving them
to a place of health and strength spiritually,
mentally, and emotionally.
Also, Habitat for Humanity of Elkhart
County (www.habitatec.com) builds
houses in partnership with qualifying
partner families and sells the houses
at no profit with zero percent interest
mortgages to those families. The program
also prepares partner families to become
successful Habitat homeowners.
“The kids stop getting bounced from
school systems because their family keeps
having to move,” tells Bickel. “Habitat helps
families make real changes and not just put
out a fire.”
MAY ANNIVERSARIES
50 YEARS OR MORE
Nautic Global Group, Inc.
25 YEARS OR MORE
Prairie Street Family Dentistry, Inc.
Faries-McMeekan, Inc.
Debra S. Hogan, CPA
Investment Planning Associates, Inc.
Mid-States Construction, Inc.
FOX 28
T. Shorter Manufacturing, Inc.
Fleming Sales Co., Inc.
Hart Plastics, Inc.
Williamsburg, Managed by
Gene B. Glick Co.
Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber
Northwest Interiors, Inc.
Conversion Components, Inc.
20 YEARS OR MORE
Century Foam
Duncan Systems, Inc.
Cracker Barrel
WVPE Public Radio
The Troyer Group, Inc.
Great Wall Restaurant
MSC Industrial Supply Co.
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Industrial Safety &
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Service Printers
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Star Tool & Die Inc.
1996
DJ Construction Co., Inc.
1997
Business & Professional Services, Inc.1999
MutualBank1999
10 YEARS OR MORE
Church Plumbing & Heating Inc.
2001
E Commerce Technology Michiana Inc.
2001
Riverside Tool Corporation
2001
Wagner Group, Inc.
2001
The Courier Expedited Delivery Service2002
Griffen P&H, Inc.
2002
Nuway Construction
2002
Platinum Benefit Consulting Group, LLC
Northwestern Mutual of Indiana
2003
Valley View Health Care Center
2004
5 YEARS OR MORE
Border Energy Inc.
Kevin A. Emery, CPA
Mini Storage Depot
Morrison Industrial Equipment
YWCA North Central Indiana
Aegis Dental Group
KinderCare Learning Center
LaCasa, Inc.
Rental Car Momma
Troyer Products
Monroe Restoration & Cleaning Inc.
Per Bacco Ristorante Italiano/
Bruno’s Pizza
Senior Helpers
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ATS Manufacturing Inc.
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Battisti Customs, Inc.
2014
Creative Touch Nails and Day Spa
2014
HuebnerPetersen2014
ITU AbsorbTech
2014
MetLife - Dario Kerkez
2014
Mitchell, Inc.
2014
Murphy USA
2014
CHAMBER
members
NEW MEMBERS
Elite Kitchens, LLC
108 S Main St
Middlebury, IN 46540
(574) 825-9724
Fax: (574) 825-9752
Timothy Schlabach
Cabinetry and Woodworking: Custom
New York Life Insurance Company
56696 Sapphire Blvd
Elkhart, IN 46516
(574) 933-1342
Kevin Basic
Insurance
1st Source Insurance
www.1stsource.com
6909 N Grape Rd
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(574) 535-3736
Fax: (574) 271-5240
John V. Ball
Insurance
RENEWING MEMBERS
Our thanks to members who recently renewed!
Aluminum Metals Company
ASL Testing
Avalon Woods Apartment Homes
Axle, Inc.
b on the River
BANG! Web Site Design Inc.
Bayer HealthCare
Boyd Corporation
Carpenter Company, Inc.
Chassix
Chubby Trout
Colbert Packaging Corporation
Critical Data Solutions
Crossing Educational Center
Crossroads Pediatric Dentistry PC,
Michael Bigler, DDS
Culver’s/HF Restaurants, LLC
DaVinci’s Italian Restaurant Corp.
DECA Environmental
DRTY, Inc., Property Manager
Eash Industries, Inc.
Eastlake Terrace
Senior Living Center
ECI-Electronic Commerce, Inc.
Edward Jones Investments
Elkhart Civic Theatre
Elkhart Community Schools
Elkhart Supply Corp.
Emergency Radio Service, Inc.
Emerson Design Studio
Encore Park 14/Carmike
Cinemas, Inc.
Enterprise-Rent-A-Car
ETHOS Science Center
Fairfield Inn & Suites
FastSigns
Fifth Third Bank
Focal Point Cabinetry
Golden Living Center
The Goshen News
Hoffman Sharpening Corp.
Hop’s Quality Detail &
Window Tinting
Horizon Bank
Indiana Michigan Power (I&M)
Lake City Bank
Lefever Plumbing & Heating, Inc.
Manchester Tank
Martin Capital Management, LLP
The Medical Foundation
Michiana Chapter SHRM
Miles Lab
MutualBank
Myers Implement Inc.
Newmark Grubb Cressy & Everett
Orange Door Dental Group
Penske Truck Leasing Co., LP
Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
Pinnacle Seating, Inc.
Plante Moran, PLLC
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Potawatomi Zoological Society
Presentation Products
Randall Industries, Inc.
Reach 360
Red Lobster
Ricon Corporation Midwest Distribution Center
Spin Zone Cycling
Steel Suppliers, Inc.
TecServ Environmental Inc.
Town & Country Builders
Truth Publishing Co., Inc.
US Signcrafters, Inc.
Vitracoat America Inc.
West View Florist, Inc.
Wingenuity Computer Service
York Woods Center
LEADING BUSINESS 13
May
2015
CALENDAR
OF EVENTS
2
YEA! Trade Show (Young Entrepreneurs Academy)
Concord Mall, 3701 S Main St
10 am - 3 pm
7
Chicago White Sox vs. Detroit Tiger Baseball Game
Bus Trip from Chamber to Chicago, 418 S. Main
8:30 am - 6:30 pm
8
Chamber OPEN HOUSE
Greater Elkhart Chamber, 418 S. Main
11 am - 2pm
Leadership Academy Graduation Luncheon
Crystal Ballroom at The Lerner, 410 S. Main St.
11:30 am - 1:30 pm
Sat.
Thu.
Fri.
13
Wed.
14
Get Help for a New College Intern
Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce, 418 S. Main St.
7:30 am
19
Biz-Ness Lunch-IN
b on the River, 333 NIBCO Pkwy
11 am - 1 pm
20
Clean Your Files Day
Civic Plaza, 300 Block of S. Main St .
10 am - 1 pm
20
OSHA Council Breakfast: Annual OSHA Update
Matterhorn Conference Center, 2041 Cassopolis St.
7:30 - 9:00 am
21
Women’s Council Luncheon
How to Protect and Make the Most of Your Digital Assets
Ivy Tech Community Center - Elkhart Campus
11:30 am - 1 pm
Young Professionals Cheers for Charity - United Cancer Svcs
McCarthy’s on the Riverwalk, 333 NIBCO Pkwy
5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
Thu.
Tue.
Wed.
Wed.
Thu.
28
Thu.
14 GREATER ELKHART CHAMBER
Biz-Ness
Lunch-IN
Social Networking Event
333 NIBCO Pkwy
TUESDAY
MAY 19
11 AM - 1 PM
Sponsor a
2015
Biz-Ness Event
Contact cmeenan@elkhart.org
Imagination Pro Media
provides the sound system
for all Biz-Ness events.
27th CLASS of the Elkhart Leadership Academy:
LEADERSHIP Academy participants gather for a group
photo at ETHOS and now prepare for graduation.
Monica Abair, Valley Screen Process Co., Inc.
Nicholas Corpe, Welch Packaging
Meggan Fink, Kem Krest Corporation
Dan Forehand, Grace Lutheran Church
Anthony Harman, J.A. Wagner Construction
Heather Harrison, Harrison College
Barry Hines, Kem Krest Corporation
Matt Kain, McGladrey LLP
Brenda Kolbe, Elkhart Community Schools
Patrick Lee, Kruggel Lawton CPA’s
Shawn Lewis, KeyBank N.A.
Paul Lilley, Yoder Oil Company
Joe Messenger, INOVA FCU
Charles Mwale, Faith Mission of Elkhart
Menessah Nelson, Junior Achievement serving Elkhart County
Derrick Peacock, Tenneco
Tanya Pierson, KeyBank
Travis Shetler, Marbach, Brady & Weaver
Heather Smead, Harrison College
Alice Springer, Barnes & Thornburg LLP
Mitch Walorski, ADEC, Inc.
Don Wierenga, ADEC, Inc.
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LEADING BUSINESS 15