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T H E M O N T H L Y N E W S L E T T E R O F T H E L I S L E A R E A C H A M B E R O F C O M M E R C ENovember 2014

CALENDAROFEVENTSLisle Executive Networking Group

(LENG)Tuesday, November 4, 2014

12:00 pm

Fox Restaurant4700 Main StreetLisle, IL 60532

Lisle Chamber LEADS GroupTuesday, November 11, 2014

8:00 a.m.

Ness Exotic Wellness Center1007 Maple Avenue

Lisle, IL 60532

Multi Chamber Women in BusinessPolka Dot Luncheon

Wednesday, November 19, 201411:00 a.m. 1:15 p.m.

Holiday Inn & Suites150 Gary Avenue

Carol Stream, IL 60188

$25.00 Members; $30.00 Non-Members

Business After HoursWednesday, November 19, 2014

5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m.

West Suburban Community Pantry6809 Hobson Valley Drive, #118

Woodridge, Illinois 60517

General Membership LuncheonThe Culver Story

Featuring Craig Culver

Thursday, November 20, 2014

11:30 a.m. 1:00 p.m.

Hyatt Lisle1400 Corporetum Drive

Lisle, IL 60532$25.00 Members; $35.00 Non-Members

Lisle Executive Networking Group(LENG)

Tuesday, November 18, 201412:00 pm

Brookdale Plaza Lisle(formerly the Devonshire)

1700 Robin Lane

Lisle, IL 60532

Turkey Trot Tune-

Up 5K

Sunday, November 23, 20147:30 a.m. Registration9:00 a.m. Race Start

Lisle Community Park1800 Short StreetLisle, IL 60532

$35.00 Pre-Registration;

$40.00 Race Day

Lisle Chamber LEADS GroupTuesday, November 25, 2014

8:00 a.m.

Ness Exotic Wellness Center1007 Maple Avenue

Lisle, IL 60532

It is November already and although I dont cherish the colder weather and shorter

daylight hours I feel ready for it this year. Last week I attended an Economic

Forecast breakfast put on by the Naperville Chamber and hosted by Calamos at the

Hotel Arista. There was an optimistic tone to the presentations with regard to the

future growth of the U.S. economy. Job growth among small businesses has been

pretty good and is projected to continue. For our part the Chamber has had a good

month for membership and the success of Ale Fest has helped us to remain

financially strong. Last month we started the Lisle Chamber Leads group. It is

doing well under the chairmanship of TomThornton of Action Screen Print. Wewelcome new noncompeting members to the group and I urge you to contact Tom or me if you are

interested. Tom can be reached at [email protected] to Melanie Nessat Ness ExoticWellness Center for hosting the meetings.

The midterm elections are the 4thof November, the first Tuesday of the month. There will be several

propositions on the ballot and it is important to have your preferences expressed with your vote. The

chamber does not endorse candidates but we hope you will make your feelings known by

participating.

We held two Business After Hours during October and we thank Advanced Lisle Dental and St.Joan of Arcfor hosting and providing great food and ample beverages. There are always newcontacts at these events so they provide a broader horizon for our members.

Welcome to our new members that are listed elsewhere in this publication. Our numbers are growinga bit with the fall season. We hope you will reach out to them and provide a warm Lisle Chamber

welcome. We are known to be a friendly chamber and I thank you for all you do to advance that

feeling especially our Ambassadors.

As we move into the next month I am very excited that we have been able to schedule Craig Culver as

our November 20thluncheon speaker. He is a founder of the highly successful Culvers restaurant

chain. Through the good work of Bob Esposito one of the local Culversfranchise owners and aChamber member we were able to land Craig as our guest. We expect a large turnout so book your

reservations early.

We will be joining Chamber 630 at the November 19 thBusiness after Hours at the West SuburbanCommunity Pantry. You should not miss this very enjoyable event with multiple food options. We

look forward to seeing Barbara and Roger Schmith along with the staff of this valuable communityresource. We thank the pantry for hosting and for aiding all those families who need assistance. I want

to say a special thank you to Jill Eidukas our Office and Events Manager and Jen Sumner Office

Assistant for all they do throughout the year. I would be lost without them. Finally we wish you and

yours a very happy and blessed Thanksgiving.

Mission Statement

To facilitate, advocate and cultivate opportunities for the Lisle Area Business Community

CHAMBERVISION

Capitalize on the Momentum
mailto:[email protected]:[email protected]:[email protected]


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CHAIR MESSAGEKITTYMURPHY

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CHAMBERVISION

2014BOARD OF

DIRECTORS

Kitty Murphy, ChairThe Nook, Inc.

Paula Gleason,Past Chair, Bensidoun, USA

Sonny Smith, Treasurer,College of DuPage

Tom Reif, Chair ElectHallberg Commercial &

Benefits Insurance

Chris Ashe,Brian Ashe & Associates

Jim Harkness,General Counsel, Momkus

McCluskey, LLC., ex officio

Mark AcquavivaPerformance Merchant

Services, LLC

Elizabeth Boone,Moser College, Benedictine

University

Richard Brink,Hilton Lisle/Naperville

Mike Toohey

Lisle Park District

Bill Kuglich, Molex, Inc.

Julie LaFond,St Joan of Arc

Susan Ross,The Morton Arboretum

Diane Merna,Adler Associate

Mayor Joseph Broda,ex officio, Village of Lisle

CHAMBERSTAFFTom Althoff

President & CEO

Jill EidukasOffice & Events Manager

Jen SumnerOffice Assistant

November is here! We can finally vote and stop being annoyed by all

those TV commercials. Have you voted yet? Today may not be an

official election day, but you can still cast your vote and opinions onhow your Chamber is doing! We have a Chamber Survey up on our

website. It literally takes 3 minutes or less! Please do your chamber

leadership a favor, and give us your feedback and ideas.

Are you like me? Is local/state government not only something that interests you,

but concerns you as a business owner? Our Government Affairs Committee

might be just the thing for you to get involved in. Being involved on a committee

benefits your business more than you think! Your Lisle Chamber has many dif-

ferent active committees that can not only benefit from you,but also be a bene-

fitto you. Give one of these a try!

Ambassadors

Dinner Dance Committee

Downtown Business Council

Golf Committee

Government Affairs

LEADS Group

Lisle Executive Networking Group

Scholarship Committee

Ale Fest Committee

Summer Cruise Night Committee

Not-For-Profit Network

Women in Business

5K/10K Committee

November is also a month of reflection and thanks --for families, friends, bless-

ings, etc, We have such a unique and special community in Lisle and in our

Area Chamber of Commerce. I am so grateful not only that I was able to grow

up in this area, but that my children did too. As my chairmanship of the Lisle

Chamber Board of Directors is coming to a close, I am reflecting on how thank-

ful I am for the privilege of serving in such a way! Weve capitalized on the mo-

mentum and growth this chamber is experiencing. Lets keep it going!


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November 2014

ARDS SERVICES, INC.

BEST, VANDERLAAN&

HARRINGTON

THEBOMC

BREWERYWERKS, INC.

COFFEENEWS

CROSSTOWNPUBANDGRILL

DIVERSEFACILITYSOLUTIONS, INC.

DUPAGEMEDICALGROUP

K. HOVNANIANHOMES

LISLESAVINGSBANK

MULLENSBAR& GRILL

NAVISTAR, INC.

NEIGHBORSOFLISLE

NEWTRADITIONFUNERALSANDCREMATIONS

NORTHCENTRALCOLLEGE

ROSEHILLMONTESSORI

SHAUNPOLLITTDESIGN

UNILEVERFOODSOLUTIONS

WESTSUBURBANCOMMUNITY

PANTRY

WDCB, 90.9 PUBLICRADIO

ZLANPARTNERS

ATHLETICO

AVANTATTHEARBORETUM

BULL/SOXTRAININGACADEMY

CA TECHNOLOGIES

CADENCEHEALTH

CHICAGOREDSTARS

COUNTRYFINANCIAL-VANHAM/TAN/MULYKAGENCY

EXTERIORDESIGNERS, INC.

FASTSIGNS

FLORALEVENTS

GOLDSTARSECURITYSERVICES, INC.

HALLBERGCOMMERCIALANDBENEFITSOLUTIONS

HARRISN.A. LISLE

HEALTHSOURCEOFLISLE

ILLINOISENERGYWINDOWS&

SIDING, INC.

INTEGRITYMOTORS

JIMDHAMERPLUMBINGANDSEWER

MEDASCEND

MCCAINFOODSUSA, INC.

MOMKUSMCCLUSKEY, LLC

NEWPORTPROMOTIONSOFDUPAGEINC.

OAKBROOKINVESTMENTS, LLC

OPTOMETRY& EYEWEARGALLERY

PERFORMANCEMERCHANTSERVICES, LLC

PROHOME1, INC.

RE/MAX ACTIONLEEERNST

ROBERTKELLYSTUDIO

RUNNERS4 WELLNESS

SERVICEMASTERTODAY

SHERATONLISLE

TACODAYRESTAURANT

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WOMEN IN BUSINESS

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON

RIBBON CUTTINGSYSTECH INFORMATION SERVICES INC.

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CHAMBERVISION

Women in Business was held on Tuesday, October 14, 2014 at the

Lisle Library. In honor of National Breast Cancer Month, Dr.Mangat of DuPage Medical Group spoke at this event. Dr. Mangat

has been practicing for 14 years, her specialties include breast health

issues and breast surgery. She strives to keep up to date on current

breast cancer research and recommendations which allows her to

offer her patients different perspectives on treatment options. For

additional information about Dr. Mangat and DuPage Medical

Group, visit their website www.dupagemedicalgroup.com.

The General Membership Luncheon was held on Thursday, October

16, 2014 at the Hilton Lisle/Naperville. This event featured two

guest speakers, Senator Michael Connelly and State Representative

Ron Sandack who discussed various updates on the state of Illinois.

For additional information about Senator Connelly, visit his website

senatorconnelly.org. For additional information about State

Representative Sandack, visit his website at www.ronsandack.org.

Systech Information Services Inc. hosted a ribbon cutting on

Thursday, October 30, 2014 at 2200 Western Court, Suite 400 in

Lisle. Systech understands the problems small businesses face in

regards to affordable IT and tech support. They offer their

customers cost-effective tech support and IT services for small and

mid-size companies in effort to save them time, while protecting and

managing their data more effectively. For additional

information about Systech, visit their website www.systechinfo.com.

Nadine Filipiak, Filipiak Marketing Communications and Dr.

Mangat, DuPage Medical Group

Tom Althoff, Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce and State

Representative Ron Sandack

Mayor Joe Broda, Village of Lisle, Jack Prager, Systech

Information Services Inc., and Tom Althoff, Lisle Area Chamber of

Commerce cut the ceremonial ribbon


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November 2014

AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHTTOM THORNTON

GENERAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEON

UPCOMING GENERAL MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEONS

Tom Thornton is Vice President of Sales at Action Screen Print and Embroidery where

he is responsible for leading his sales team, increasing sales, and helping with

marketing. He has been in the graphics and printing industry for over 22 years. AChamber member for seven month and an Ambassador for four, Tom enjoys his role as

an Ambassador because it has given him the opportunity to get out and work with

different people. It has also given him the opportunity to meet other Lisle area business

people and learn about their business while informing them of the services he has to offer.

A Lisle resident, Tom has three kids (two in college and one in high school), two German Shepherds, a

cat, a bird, and a turtle. In his free time he enjoys grilling, woodworking, spending time outdoors

camping and hiking, and volunteering for German Shepherd Rescue, Inc. He shares this bit of wisdom:

Whats happened in your past doesnt matter. You can start where you are with what youve got and gowherever it is you want to go. Zig Ziglar

Annual Meeting to install the Board of Directors and recognize the Committee Chairs

Thursday, December 18, 2014Where Do I Belong? An Immigrant Quest for Identity

Featuring: Tony Mankus

11:30 a.m.1:00 p.m.

Sheraton Lisle3000 Warrenville Road

Lisle, IL 60532


Thursday, November 20, 2014

11:30 a.m.1:30 p.m.

Hyatt Lisle1400 Corporetum Drive

Lisle, IL 60532

Alongside wife, Lea and his parents George and Ruth Culver, Craig created a unique restaurant which

features burgers and frozen custard. By taking on several different roles, Craig has steadily built his

career through a commitment to doing the right thing for his guests, team members, franchisees and his

family. Join us on November 20, 2014 at 11:30 a.m. to hear The Culvers Story.


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Business After Hours is one of the many

great ways to get the most out of your

Chamber membership. Not only do these

events provide the opportunity to learn

more about one of your fellow Chamber

members business, it is a great opportunity

to network with many different members.

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

5:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.

West Suburban Community Pantry6809 Hobson Valley Drive, #118

Woodridge, IL 60517

Wednesday, December 3, 20145:00 p.m.7:00 p.m.

Cadence Health Medical Office1019 School Street

Lisle, IL 60532

WOMEN IN BUSINESS

BUSINESS AFTER HOURSADVANCED LISLE DENTAL

UPCOMING BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

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Business After Hours was held on Wednesday, October 9, 2014 at

Advanced Lisle Dental, located at 1046 Maple Avenue in Lisle.

Advanced Lisle Dental focuses on preventative, restorative, and

cosmetic dentistry. They strive to keep their customers informed

about their procedure every step of the way. For additional

information about Advanced Lisle Dental, visit their website at

www.advancedlisledental.com.

Multi-Chamber Polka Dot Progressive Luncheon

Wednesday, November 19, 2014

11:00 a.m. 1:15 p.m.

Holiday Inn & Suites150 Gary AvenueCarol Stream, IL


To register for this event, contact the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce (630) 964-0052 [email protected] or visit www.lislechamber.com

Dr. Hetal Patel, Advanced Lisle Dental and Tom Altho, Lisle Area

Chamber of Commerce


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November 2014

RIBBON CUTTINGPASSEROS PIZZA

BUSINESS AFTER HOURSST JOAN OF ARC

A ribbon cutting was held on Friday, October 3, 2014 at Passeros

Pizza located at 5328 S. Main Street in Lisle. Passeros offers a large

menu with dine-in, carry out, delivery, and catering options. They are

now under new ownership so be sure to stop in soon. For additional

information about Passeros Pizza, visit their website at

www.passerospizza.com.

Teresa and Dave Ruffalo, Passeros Pizza, andMayor Joe Broda, Village of Lisle, cut the

ceremonial ribbon

When you come to St. Joan of Arc you will always find a listening ear

and a warm welcome! Sister Carolyn Sieg, Principal of St. Joan of

Arc School writes on their website. At Business After Hours this is so

true. Father Gabriel, Sister Carolyn, Kim Clements and the Board of

Directors were available to discuss the various opportunities at theirchurch and school. Students at St. Joan of Arc School got a once-in-a-

lifetime opportunity they made contact with the International Space

Station with a ham radio. The school took part in a program called Am-

ateur Radio on the International Space Station,a partnership between

NASA, the American Radio Relay League and the Radio Amateur Satellite Corp. St. Joan of Arc was

one of a handful of schools chosen across the country.

To register:

www lislechamber com OR

active com

Hooded Sweatshirts available to

those that register in advance

Father Gabriel, St. Joan of Arc, and Tom Althoff,Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce at St. Joan of Arc

Business After Hours
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CHAMBERVISION

RIBBON CUTTINGCRME DE LA CRME

NOTES FROM THE CHAMBER

Congratulations to Greg Procopio of Farmers Insurance! You are the winner of an overnight stay for two

at the Hilton Lisle/Naperville. Thank you to all that participated and took the time to complete our

survey.

Correction to the September Newsletter:

Katherine Borchardt, Psy.D., P.C.5007 Lincoln Avenue (Route 53) Suite 205, Lisle, IL 60532

630-680-5494

CHAMBER RAVESOn Friday October 17, 2014 Bureau Chief Jim French of the Lisle Woodridge FireDistrict was recognized by the Illinois Fire Inspectors Association at their Annual FirePrevention Weeks Awards Luncheon. Chief French was introduced as the final recipient

for the highest award given by the Illinois Fire Inspectors Association, an award that has

only been given out a handful of times in the history of the organization, one that dates

back to 1967. As a Past-President of the association and the current Certification

Chairman, he was not only recognized for his leadership and participation of various committees for the

organization, but his tireless efforts in working on a statewide task of redeveloping the certificationstandard for Fire Inspectors and Public Educators in Illinois.

Several of our Chamber members generously donated books to benefit Lisle youth served by the Lisle

Township Food Pantry and General Assistance Programs. We would like to acknowledge: Choice Eye

Care, Costco, Gonda & Moore, D.D.S., Haug Chiropractic, Holistic Health Care Centers, The Nook,

and Insight Property Services for their contribution to the Lisle Community.

Crme de la Crme hosted a ribbon cutting on Thursday, October 16,

2014 at 4710-

4 Main Street in Lisle. This event saw a great turn out withmany Chamber members in attendance as they watched owner Pat Smith

and Mayor Joe Broda cut the ceremonial ribbon. Crme de la Crme is a

boutique that offers unique gifts, accessories, clothing, etc. For additional

information about Crme de la Crme, visit their website

www.cremedelacremeboutique.com.

Pat Smith, Crme de la Crme and Mayor Joe Broda,

Village of Lisle


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Sonny Smith, College of DuPage, Roger Schmith, West Suburban

Community Pantry at Passeros Pizza Ribbon CuttingCrme de la Crme Ribbon Cutting

Tom Althoff, Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce, Pat Smith, Crme

de la Crme, Mayor Joe Broda, Village of LisleSenator Michael Connelly, Scott Ziomek, Cadence Health

Tom Thornton, Action Screen Print, Sonny Smith, College of

DuPage, Paula Gleason, Neighbors of Lisle

Mayor Joseph Broda, Teresa and Dave Ruffolo, Passeros Pizza,

Tom Althoff, Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce


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CHAMBERVISION

RENEWALS

Kiwanis Club of Lisle

Lou Dog Events

Naperville CommunityUnit School District 203

Nel's Old Time Inn

Powers ConstructionGroup, Inc.

Robert Kelly Studio

Ron Sandack -StateRepresentative

Steele Communications

Via Moda Salon & Spa

Villages on Maple

NEW MEMBERSALLEGRAMARKETINGPRINTMAIL

WAYNEMUHS2200 Ogden Avenue, Suite 550

Lisle, IL 60532(630) 963-9100

BOBAKSSIGNATUREEVENTS&

CONFERENCECENTERJULIELENOCH

6440 Double Eagle DriveWoodridge, IL 60517

(630) 829-1202

CLEARPOINTINSURANCEMICHAELCZERWINSKI1709 Ogden Avenue

Lisle, IL 60532(630) 940-5693

COUNTRYHOUSEDEANTIMSON

6460 College RoadLisle, IL 60532

(630) 983-0545

MICHAELP. HANTSCH, ATTORNEYATLAWMICHAELP. HANTSCH

589 Inverness RoadLisle, IL 60532(630) 688-8261

PMAC LENDINGSERVICES

RYANKIM

1011 Warrenville Road, #325Lisle, IL 60532(909) 539-6644

PROSPECTMORTGAGEPETERTHOMPSON

1717 N Naper Boulevard, #300Naperville, IL 60534

(630) 479-6424

WORLDPAYALEXANDERPAPAELIOU

3648 Morton Avenue

Brookfield, IL 60513(800) 859-5965

CONTACT INFORMATION

Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce1111 Burlington Avenue, Suite 102

Lisle, IL 60532E-Mail: [email protected]

Phone: (630) 964-0052; Fax: (630) 964-2726

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