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The monthly newsletter of the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events

Ribbon Cutting

Thursday, February 7, 2019

5:00 p.m.*

Ivy Rehab

2777 Maple Avenue

Lisle, IL 60532

*Ribbon Cutting will take

place at 5:15 p.m.

LINCT Meeting

(Leadership In Network

Committee Team)

Tuesday, February 12, 2019

5:30 p.m.

Office Evolution

650 Warrenville Rd.,

Ste. 100

Lisle, IL 60532

Multi-Chamber

Economic Outlook

Luncheon & Expo

Thursday, February 14, 2019

10:00 a.m. - Expo

11:55 a.m. - Luncheon &

Presentation

Ashyana Banquets

1620 75th Street

Downers Grove, IL 60516

$30.00 - Members

$35.00 - Non-Members

$100.00 - Exhibitor Tables*

*(includes 1 lunch)

$500.00 - Event Sponsor*

*(includes 1 expo table &

lunch)

LINCT Meeting

(Leadership In Network

Committee Team)

Topic: Cigar 101

Speaker: Tammi Karam of

Humidor of Lisle

5:30 p.m.

Humidor Lounge Lisle

1600 Ogden Avenue

Lisle, IL 60532

CHAIR MESSAGE

Annette Loritz, Chair

Warm winter greetings after the record setting polar

vortex we all just endured. We hunkered down this

week and now it is time to return to our regular family

routines and get back to the business of engaging our

customers, clients, colleagues and goals!

With Groundhog’s Day tomorrow, I cannot help but be

reminded of the classic Bill Murray movie. His character, Phil

Connors wakes up each day to discover he is held captive in a

perpetual loop of reliving February 2nd. Like Phil, many of us

occasionally experience the same feeling of being stuck – as if each

day is the same. As our drive to reach New Year’s resolutions begins

to wane, it is important to remind ourselves to embrace each day

with a purposeful direction. Challenge yourself with small goals and

cultivate your determination that tomorrow will be better due to

your actions today. If your 2019 goals have gotten lost in your daily

activities, remember that the small contributions you make each day

result in the momentum necessary to achieving your larger goals and

dreams.

If you’re looking for inspiration, The Lisle Area Chamber of

Commerce is here to help with some great opportunities for you to

expand your network this month. Along with committee meetings

and a ribbon cutting at Ivy Rehab Physical Therapy on the February

7th, don’t miss the Multi- Chamber Economic Outlook Luncheon &

Business Expo on the 14th and two LINCT Leadership in Networking

events on the 12th & 26th. Additionally, if you haven’t already

purchased your tickets to the annual dinner dance on March 1st at

the Hilton Lisle/Naperville, this year’s Blarney Bash, A Gaelic Gala is

sure to bring the luck of the Irish to you.

Let’s hope the groundhog doesn’t see his shadow this year, so we can

all enjoy an early Spring. If you need something to brighten your day,

remember Spring Training starts this month!

2019 Board of Directors

Annette Loritz

Chair Benedictine University

Peter James Past Chair

College of DuPage

Paula Gleason, Treasurer

JCMP & Associates, P.C.

Christopher Buehler Four Lakes Recreation

Lee Ernst

RE/MAX Action

Barry McGoldrick Molex, LLC

Kitty Murphy

Angelman Syndrome Foundation

Kim Novovesky

BankFinancial

Elizabeth O’Toole Direct Floors

Christopher Pellico

Navistar, Inc.

Kerstin Peterson 4A Song Vinyl

Tom Thornton

Your Promo Partners

Eric Ertmoed Ex Officio

Village of Lisle

Chamber Staff

Jill Eidukas Executive Director

Claudine Rummer

Office Manager

Julie Sumner Chamber Accountant

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Jill Eidukas,

Executive Director

CHAMBER NEWS

January has been a very busy month, beginning with

the Multi-Chamber State of the County Luncheon

with speaker DuPage County Chairman, Dan Cronin.

The next week was our General Membership

Luncheon, State of the Village with guest speaker

Mayor Christopher Pecak. Those two events alone

allowed opportunity for you our members to

Network with over 280 Chamber members. Watch your inbox

for our weekly events and make sure and check the Chamber

website.

We are planning our next premier event, Dancing with the

Chamber Stars, “Blarney Bash, A Gaelic Gala,” on Friday, March 1,

2019 from 6:00-11:00 pm. The Hilton Lisle/Naperville will be our

hosts and offer us a five-star meal of filet and shrimp, signature

drinks, wine service with dinner and a themed dessert. Check out

our website www.lislechamber.com to sign up for the Dinner

Dance. The Hilton is offering a special room rate of $69.00 for

the event. If you would like to sponsor or donate an auction

item please contact us. We are thankful for so many auction

items donated by you our members.

On February 14th, William Strauss of the Federal Reserve Bank

of Chicago will speak at an 18 Chamber Luncheon and Expo at

Ashyana Banquets in Downers Grove. Each Chamber is only

allocated so many seats so its first come first serve. We have one

expo table left. Call us to reserve your seat. Last year we had

over 350 attendees attend this event.

We will be meeting with the Downtown Business Council on

February 20, 2019 at 9:00 a.m. at the Chamber office.

On behalf of the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce staff we

know you have many choices and we thank you for being a

Member of the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce.

Mission Statement “To facilitate, advocate and cultivate opportunities for the Lisle Area Business

Community”

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* Amita Health * Applied Network Concepts, Inc. * Arboretum Wealth & Trust Management

* Classical Marketing * DuPage Medical Group * Four Lakes Recreation * Lisle Savings Bank

* Navistar, Inc. * North American Pizza & Culinary Academy * Office Evolution

* One-2-One Computer Assistance * Partners and Paws Veterinary Services

* Team Auto Care & Transmissions * WDCB 90.9fm Public Radio

* West Suburban Community Pantry

Apolis Greek Street Food

Art Van Furniture

BMO Harris N.A. - Lisle

Bulls/Sox Training Academy

Central DuPage Hospital

Click Blooms

Craig’s Auto Service Center

Debbie Pawlowicz Group -

RE/MAX Action

Exterior Designers, Inc.

GCG Financial, LLC

Goldstar Security Services

Illinois Energy Windows &

Siding, Inc.

Jim Dhamer Plumbing & Sewer, Inc.

Leeco Steel

Marquette Companies

McCain Foods USA, Inc.

Midwest Auto Body of Lisle

Naperville Senior Center Adult Day Services

Northwestern Medicine

Optometry & Eyewear Gallery

Pinot’s Palette

RE/MAX Action - Lee Ernst

Respite Endowment Organization

Sheraton Lisle

Villages on Maple

Wheatstack...A Midwestern

Eatery & Tap

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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT - Michael Lo

Michael Lo has been a Chamber member for the past 4 years and has been

involved with the Ambassador Committee for almost 2 years. Michael is

president of the Kiwanis Club of Lisle were he coordinates the

organization’s different events. He also plays a key role in recruiting new

members. He has been involved with the Kiwanis Club of Lisle for 4 years.

Michael is also a realtor. As a realtor, he helps home buyers find the right

home at the right price as well as helping home owners market their home

the best way possible.

Michael lives in Lisle with his wife and daughter. He enjoys playing golf, physical exercise, and

reading. He is very interested in community service as the President of Kiwanis Club of Lisle

and also public speaking as a Toastmaster.

Being an Ambassador has helped Michael gain new contacts in Lisle and expand his knowledge

of the Village of Lisle which are both important for a realtor to have. It has also added to his

credibility as a community leader. He likes representing his community at Chamber events and

motivating other members to get involved as well as meeting new contacts. He hopes to get

them to join the Chamber. Michael’s favorite quote is from Bruce Lee, “To hell with

circumstances, I make my own opportunities.”

MULTI-CHAMBER STATE OF THE COUNTY LUNCHEON

The Multi-Chamber State of the County

Luncheon featured speaker, Dan Cronin, DuPage

County Board Chairman. The event was held at in

Woodridge on January 9, 2019. He gave the

business community an update on the priorities and

goals in 2019 for DuPage County. The Chairman,

outlined his vision for the County by discussing his

focus on the ACT Initiative. The ACT Initiative

stands for Accountability, Consolidation and Transparency. He also stated that for the eleventh

year in a row they were able to balance the budget

and keep the tax levy flat at $66.9 million dollars.

Dan Cronin is now serving his third term as the

DuPage County Board Chairman first winning in

November 2010, again in 2014 and in 2018. He served in the Illinois General Assembly for 20 years.

Chairman Cronin is a resident of Elmhurst where he lives with his wife and their four children. He is a

partner in law firm Power and Cronin.

If you are interested in viewing or reading his State of the County Address, please visit

www.choosedupage.com.

Multi-Chamber State of the County Luncheon with

speaker DuPage County Chairman Dan Cronin

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GENERAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON –

STATE OF THE VILLAGE

The Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce’s

annual State of the Village General Membership

Luncheon was held on January 17, 2019 at the

Hyatt Regency Lisle. The first guest speaker was

Village of Lisle Mayor Christopher Pecak. He

spoke about how the Downtown Master Plan sets

a vision for the future growth of the Village of

Lisle. In addition, he discussed the 2018 improve-

ments to the business environment in the Village

of Lisle. Mayor Pecak said, “Lisle continues to

build on its strong business community.” This year

Lisle welcomed Chamber members Amita Health

and Office Evolution to the Corporate Corridor. In addition, he discussed the retail &

restaurant growth this past year in Lisle. For instance, Lisle welcomed Chamber members

Friaco’s Mexican Restaurant, North American Pizza and Culinary Academy, Humidor of Lisle,

and Waxing Unlimited by Mena. Science of Spirituality also opened its New International

Mediation Center located at 4105 Naperville Road, Lisle.

The next speaker was Village Manager Eric Ertmoed, who spoke about ways the Village of Lisle

is bringing more government efficiency. He stated, “the Village has undertaken larger efforts to

realize efficiencies, reduce costs and better deliver services”. He detailed how at the first of

this year, the Village of Lisle unveiled a new customer service center which will combine front

desk services and business development to have the community’s needs met in one place. The

following speaker was the Chief of the Lisle Police, Dave Anderson. He discussed that they

have improved communication and engagement through social media to the community. Chief

Anderson also spoke about the many hours that were donated by members of the community

to the Volunteers 4 Lisle program. Jason Elias of the Village of Lisle Public Works Department

also spoke. He discussed the Public Works Department maintains streets, sidewalks, bridges,

parkways, trees, storm water, sanitary sewers, and the water supply. They are also there for

the snow and ice removal through the more than 68 miles of roads, commuter stations,

downtown sidewalks and parking lots.

Mayor Pecak finished the State of the Village presentation discussing the many community

events that the Village of Lisle puts on each year. In the Village of Lisle, he said “a high-quality

social calendar was available for all.” He also spoke about the new wooden bat prospect league

team, the DuPage Pistol Shrimps, and how they will be playing at the Benedictine University

field. Finally, he discussed what the Village will be looking ahead for the Lisle Community in

2019.

L-R: Eric Ertmoed, Jill Eidukas, Mayor Christopher

Pecak, Chief Dave Anderson

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AROUND TOWN

Four Lakes Recreation/Alpine Snowsports – Snofest 2019

Four Lakes Recreation is holding their annual Snofest 2019 on Saturday, February

16, 2019, 10:00 am – 8:00 pm at Four Lakes Alpine Snowsports located at 5750 Lakeside Drive, Lisle.

There will be many different activities throughout the day including the Beginner Hill Obstacle Course,

Ski School Fundraising BBQ, Ski Patrol Fundraising Raffle, Ski & Snowboard Shop Sponsor Tents, and

Snow Cat on the Hill Display. There will be special events like the Dual Slalom, Rail Jam Competition,

Big Air Competition, and Penguin Slide. Closing out the day will be the exciting closing ceremony

featuring the Four Lakes Torch Light Parade followed immediately by a Snow Wintertime Fireworks

Display. For more information, please visit their website at www.fourlakessnowsports.com. Information

courtesy of Four Lakes Recreation’s website.

Mystery Dinner Theater Fundraiser – Lisle Park District

On Saturday, February 9, 2019 at the Lisle Recreation Center located at 1925 Ohio Street, Lisle, join the Mystery Dinner Theater Fundraiser for a night of mystery,

allure and espionage set in 1950’s New York in the home of billionaire

philanthropist Harrison Van Horn. You can choose to help their detective solve a

crime or choose not to participate and just watch as the mystery unfolds. Costumes encouraged by not

required. The proceeds benefit the Lisle Park District Theatre Program. Ages 21& up. The Cocktail

Hour begins at 6:00 pm and the Show and Dinner begins at 7:00 pm. The cost is $40 for residents and

$60 for non-residents, which includes the show and dinner. Alcoholic beverages will be available for

purchase. To register or for more information, please visit www.lisleparkdistrict.org. Information

courtesy of the Lisle Park District’s website.

Benedictine University Next Level Open House

Join Benedictine University on Saturday March 2, 2019, 9:00 am – 11:00 am

for their Next Level Event to learn how accessible, attainable and affordable graduate and adult

undergraduate degree programs can take your education to the next level and help you reach your

career goals. You can meet with faculty from your program of interest and see how flexible, accelerated

cohort and fully online classes will accommodate your busy schedule. Join them to learn how to apply

transfer credits and graduate from most programs in just two years or less. You can also find out more

about graduate scholarships, financial aid, deferred billing with tuition reimbursement and other payment

options. Attendees receive a $40 application fee waiver. The event will be taking place at 5700 College

Drive, Lisle in the Goodwin Hall Lobby. For more information, contact (877) 353-9622 or

nationalenrollment@ben.edu. Please keep in mind with Lisle Area Chamber membership there is a 25%

tuition discount for Chamber member employees to the School of Graduate, Adult and Professional

Education. Please contact the Chamber for more information in regard to the tuition discount.

Information courtesy of Benedictine University.

If you have information you would like to share about your business in the Around Town section of the Lisle Area

Chamber newsletter, please contact the Chamber office at info@lislechamber.com or (630) 964-0052. You can

also drop off any materials at the Chamber office if you would like to promote upcoming events or programs.

Please contact the Chamber office if you have any questions.

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CHAMBER RAVES

The Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce could not go forward without the support from

all of our Chamber members. Thank you to our Chamber members that have been Lisle

Area Chamber Members for 20 years and over. Thank you for your continued support.

LOOKING TO PROMOTE YOUR BUSINESS?

Are you interested in promoting your business? A great way to showcase your business

is to hold a Business After Hours or Ribbon Cutting. A Business After Hours is a way to

showcase your business to your fellow Chamber members, clients, and customers.

Also if you are a new Chamber member, a Ribbon Cutting is another way to showcase

your business. Would you like to combine both? We can also do a joint Business After

Hours/Ribbon Cutting. Please contact the Chamber if you are interested in hosting one

of these events.

Arbor Dental Care

The Morton Arboretum

Prairie Walk Dental

Lisle Convention & Visitors Bureau

Midwest Auto Body of Lisle

AlphaGraphics Lisle/Naperville

Craig’s Auto Service Center

David W. Rosenberg, P.C. Attorney

at Law

College of DuPage

Brian Ashe and Associates, Ltd.

Green Trails Apartments

Molex, LLC

Schulz-Brundage Insurance

University Commons Corp.

Lisle Park District

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RENEWALS Active Solutionz

Advanced Imaging, Inc.

Affordable Health Insurance

Allegra Marketing Print Mail

B. Gunther & Company

Blend Beauty Hair & Skincare

Bull/Sox Training Academy

Chiro One, LLC

Chuck’s Southern Comforts Café

Comcast Realty Group

Evviva Bar & Eatery

Greg Procopio Farmers

Insurance Agency

Knights of Columbus -

St. Joan of Arc Council 15168

Krope & Son Heating &

Cooling, Inc.

LifeSpark Center

Lisle Eyes to the Skies

Festival Committee

Lisle Park District

Lisle Township

River Bend Golf Club

Republic Services

Sheraton Lisle

Sherwin Williams

The Hire Solution

The Rental Place, Inc. -Party &

Tent

Universal Technical

Institute

UPS Store

CONTACT INFORMATION

Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce

1111 Burlington Avenue, Suite 102

Lisle, IL 60532

Phone: (630) 964-0052

Fax: (630) 964-2726

Email: info@lislechamber.com

www.lislechamber.com

Aurelios Pizza Woodridge

Anne Mikulich

6430 Main St., Ste. 130

Woodridge, IL 60517

(630) 968-0077

www.aureliospizza.com/location/woodridge

Prudential

Nikon Pascual

1901 Butterfield Rd., Ste. 250

Downers Grove, IL 60515

(630) 442-6861

www.prudential.com

Rosanova & Whitaker, Ltd.

Russ Whitaker

127 Aurora Avenue

Naperville, IL 60540

(630) 355-4600

www.rw-attorneys.com