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CHAMBERVISION A P R I L 2 0 1 9
The monthly newsletter of the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce Calendar of Events
Multi-Chamber Luncheon
“Spring Into Health”
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
11:30 a.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Central DuPage Hospital
25 N. Winfield Rd.
Winfield, IL 60190
Members - $25.00
Non-Members - $35.00
LINCT Meeting
(Leadership In Networking
Committee Team)
Speaker: Michael Flores,
Edward Jones
Tuesday, April 9, 2019
5:30 p.m.
Office Evolution
650 Warrenville Rd., Ste. 100
Lisle, IL 60532
Ribbon Cutting/Grand
Opening Celebration
Thursday, April 18, 2019
4:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
TORG Realty, Inc.
1111 Burlington Ave., Ste.
108D
Lisle, IL 60532
*Ribbon Cutting will take
place at 5:15 p.m.
LINCT Meeting
(Leadership In Networking
Committee Team)
Speaker: Tom Thornton,
Your Promo Partners
Tuesday, April 23, 2019
5:30 p.m.
Lee Ernst’s Garage
2108 Ferry Road, Unit 107
Naperville, IL 60563
Business After Hours
Wednesday, April 24, 2019
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Green Trails Apartments
2800 Windsor Drive
Lisle, IL 60532
CHAIR MESSAGE
Annette Loritz, Chair
Happy spring to you! It seems as if we have finally
turned the seasonal corner and are able to welcome
spring in all its beautiful glory! I love the promise of
spring and this annual time of renewal; it is a time to
evaluate our efforts both personally and profession-
ally and dust off the cobwebs for a fresh focus.
Whether its spring-cleaning or a renewed set of purpose, it is a
time to reset areas that may have been let go or that were in
hibernation over the last several months. This is a great time to
explore your community for new activities, opportunities for
learning or networking with a refreshed look at what may
already seem familiar. For some inspiration, visit downtown Lisle,
try a new restaurant, volunteer for a local cause or stop in and
support your local chamber businesses to find out what is new.
The Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce has many events to help
you refresh your spring, get involved in your community and
attend the Downtown Business Council, Government Affairs,
LINCT-Leadership In Networking Committee Team, Ambassa-
dor or Golf Committee meetings this month. Stop by the Ribbon
Cutting and Grand Opening of the new location of TORG
Realty, Inc. or the Business After Hours at Green Trails
Apartments. Join area wide chamber members and attend the
Multi-Chamber Luncheon – Spring Into Health at Central
DuPage Hospital. For those of you with a graduating high school
student, do not miss the April 5th deadline to apply for the Lisle
Area Chamber of Commerce 2019 scholarship.
Enjoy the month and the fresh start that spring brings to each of
us.
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
I attended the Illinois Chamber’s 2nd Annual Women
In Business Conference in March. At the event the
Lisle Area Chamber had an expo table and I met
many women business owners and employees of
small and large companies. The stories are similar
but also so different. There were so many inspiring
stories of survival, starting over and recreating their
goals for the future.
At the Women’s Conference, I was asked to speak for a couple of
minutes about our Chamber to 150+ professional women from all
industries: media, marketing and communications, engineers, bankers,
manufacturing, emergency management, chamber leaders, and
nonprofits. I was so proud to talk about the Lisle Area Chamber of
Commerce and our benefits including the Benedictine University
tuition discount for members and spouses as well as the National
Louis University tuition discount. These highly educated women
appreciated that there are ways to help educate others with some
financial help.
The technology aspect we have now has evolved to more texting,
e-mailing, and use of social media. Is networking in person not as
effective? I believe that all aspects are needed, but meeting in
person helps businesses give that personal touch and it is an
extra value to your Chamber Membership. You can find leadership,
direction, motivation, vision, inspiration, and support at a Chamber
event.
Don’t forget to have your high school senior apply for the Chamber
scholarships. The deadline for the scholarship application is Friday,
April 5, 2019. To be eligible you must live in Lisle, attend a High
School in District 202, 203 or 99 or Benet Academy, or be a child of a
parent that works for a Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce member.
Our Scholarship Committee will meet shortly after that to select the
students that will receive the scholarships. For more details, please
visit our website, www.lislechamber.com.
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
Aurelios Pizza Woodridge
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
Midwest Auto Body of Lisle
Naperville Senior Center Adult Day
Services
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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CHAMBER SPOTLIGHT - Aurelio’s Pizza Woodridge
Since 1959 in Homewood, Illinois, the Aurelio’s Pizza tradition of
family, quality products and commitment to the community has
remained the key ingredients to the successful growth of the Aurelio’s
Pizza franchise system. Aurelio’s Pizza Woodridge family is proud to
be upholding the tradition that is Aurelio’s Pizza, while still adhering to
Joe’s business ideals. They are located on Main Street at 7 Bridges. In
addition to their award winning premium thin crust pizza, they also
offer a variety of appetizers, pasta, salads, and sandwiches. Remember for your business
gatherings or social celebrations, they also can cater to your location.
Aurelio’s Pizza Woodridge
Anne Mikulich
6430 Main Street, Suite 130 (7 Bridges)
Woodridge, IL 60517
(630) 968-0077
http://aureliospizza.com/location/woodridge
ILLINOIS CHAMBER’S SECOND ANNUAL WOMEN’S CONFERENCE
STRONG WOMEN. STRONGER ILLINOIS.
The Illinois Chamber of Commerce presented the
Second Annual Women’s Conference on March 15,
2019. There were many different speakers that
spoke on various panels, like It Matters: Inclusion and
Diversity, Strength in Leadership, and My Journey
Here. They also had featured speakers, Amanda
Young, who spoke on the topic of Clean Up Your
Energy; Sally Washlow, who spoke on the topic of
Bringing It All Together; Elaine Hand, who spoke
about Networking and Start Making Connections.
In addition to the panels and speakers, there was a Business Expo that the Lisle Area Chamber had an
expo table at.
This event drew over 150 attendees including both men and women in the business community.
It was a great way to network with other Chamber members and businesses that one might not have
otherwise been able to meet. Make sure and keep a look out in your email inbox for upcoming
networking luncheons and opportunities. Also, check out the Chamber website for details on the
upcoming events. You never know what connections you might make at one of these events.
Michael Holub, IL Comm. of Employer Support of the Guard &
Reserve, Colonel Patricia Klop & Brian Caputo, College of DuPage
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RIBBON CUTTING - Edward Jones, Michael Flores
On Thursday, March 21, 2019, Michael Flores
hosted a Ribbon Cutting at his Edward Jones office
located at 3033 Ogden Avenue, Suite 304, Lisle.
Michael showcased his Edward Jones office. Many of
his clients and the Chamber community came out to
celebrate his Ribbon Cutting. Michael is also actively
involved with the Lisle Rotary Club.
Michael Flores of Edward Jones areas of focus include
retirement savings strategies, business retirement
plans, special needs financial considerations, estate
and legacy strategies, college savings and charitable
giving. For more information or questions about
your personalized financial strategies, contact Michael
Flores, Edward Jones.
Michael Flores
Edward Jones
3033 Ogden Avenue, Suite 304
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 946-6405
www.edwardjones.com/mike-flores
Michael Flores, Edward Jones and Mayor Chris Pecak, Village of
Lisle at Michael Flores, Edward Jones’ Ribbon Cutting
AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT - Ashley Shi
Ashley Shi, owner of Office Evolution, is this month’s featured Ambassador. She
has been with the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce for just over a year. Ashley
is involved with the Dinner Dance, Government Affairs, Ale Fest and the LINCT
(Leadership In Networking Committee Team) Committees. She is this year’s
winner of the Dancing with the Chamber Stars, Blarney Bash, A Gaelic Gala.
Ashley and her husband Josh own Office Evolution. She runs the business and
helps the business center managers manage the center. She also goes to Chamber
and other local networking events. Ashley helps members in the centers to grow
their businesses and connect them with other members and local businesses. She
has been in this field for over two years. She enjoys being with the Lisle Area
Chamber because she is able to get to know many members in the Chamber and builds connections and
relationships that helped her in her business.
Ashley lives in Naperville with her husband, three children, and their dog. She loves music and is a piano
instructor for more than 15 years. She is also on the Board for the Illinois Music Teacher Association in
the Naperville Chapter.
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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. The
dates for the 2019 Business After Hours are booking up quickly, call to book yours today.
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. You can check out photos of our past Business After Hours and Ribbon Cuttings on
our website and in our newsletters.
DO YOU HAVE INFORMATION TO SHARE ABOUT YOUR BUSINESS?
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 [email protected] 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.
Ribbon Cutting -
Edward Jones, Michael Flores’ Office
2nd Annual Illinois Chamber of Commerce’s
Women’s Conference.
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AROUND TOWN
Open House & Community Nutrition Fair
On Thursday, April 25, 2019 from 11:30am - 2:30pm, Villa St. Benedict in Lisle will host
an Open House & Community Nutrition Fair. This event is open to the public and is sponsored by the
Benedictine University undergraduate nutrition students. The theme will be “Healthy Eating Tips for seniors to
attain a Healthier and Happier Lifestyle”. There will be numerous booths showcasing topics such as benefits of
decreasing sugar, DASH diet principles, blood pressure numbers, type 2 diabetes overview and management,
vitamin b12 benefits and other informative senior issues. Tours of the VSB campus will also be available. Call
630.852.0345 to RSVP or visit www.villastben.org for more information. Information courtesy of Villa St. Benedict
Giant Steps Annual Gala - We Are Giant Steps
On Saturday, April 27, 2019 at 6:00pm. Giant Steps will be holding their annual gala We Are Giant
Steps at the Embassy Suites in Naperville. Join Giant Steps in raising money to benefit Chicagoland's
autism community. Enjoy an unforgettable evening including dinner, drinks, and live music. They are looking for
donations for their silent auction as well as sponsorship opportunities which are still available. Pick up an entry
for their Golden Ticket Game, which features an opportunity to win one of four amazing opportunities. Only 100
Golden Tickets will be sold. To purchase tickets, donate a silent auction item and sponsorship opportunities,
contact Giant Steps at (630) 864-3800 or [email protected]. Information courtesy of Giant Steps website.
College of DuPage Maker Market 2019
The College of DuPage Maker Market is taking place on Wednesday, April 10, 2019, 10:00am -
2:00pm at College of DuPage, 425 Fawell Blvd., Glen Ellyn in the Student Services Center (SSC)
Atrium. The Maker Market is a place for bold, determined student entrepreneurs to show, tell and
sell their product, service, idea and more with other makers, students, staff and the community. For more infor-
mation, please email Peter James at [email protected]. Information courtesy of College of DuPage’s website.
4A Song Vinyl - 4A Record Store Day
4A Record Store Day is taking place on Saturday, April 13, 2019 at 4A Song Vinyl located at 1045
Burlington Avenue, Lisle. The days events begin at 6:00am when customers will be able to come
by and grab their place in line; 9:00am - 11:00am Breakfast with the Bagels hosted by Marq on Main
and Caffe di Moda (while quantities last); 10:00am Doors Open; 10:00am - 12:00pm Andy Pratt and Gregory
Dudzienski Live Jazz Duo will perform in store; 11:00am - 3:00pm Tastings at Lisle Liquors which include from
11:00am - 1:00pm Alter Brewing Beer Tastings. 12:00pm - 2:00pm live set from The Seventh Sons. They will be
giving away 4A Record Store Bags for the first 100 customers and they are offering in store discounts and
surprises. Check out their website at www.4asongvinyl.rocks for more information. Information courtesy of 4A
Song Vinyl’s website.
Lisle’s Largest FREE Paper Shred Event
The Lisle Park District will offer free, secure, on-site paper shredding on
Saturday, April 20, 2019 from 9:00am - 12:00pm in the Lisle High School
parking lot, 1800 Short St., Lisle. There is a limit of 5 paper bags per car, no exceptions. Please bring paper items
ONLY in brown paper bags. Absolutely NO cardboard boxes or plastic bags will be accepted for shredding. For
more information, please contact Lisa Leone at (630) 353-4304 or [email protected]. All shredded
material is recycled and you save 17 trees for every ton of paper recycled. Information courtesy of the Lisle Park
District’s website.
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RENEWALS
4A Song Vinyl
Dana Incorporated
DoubleTree by Hilton Lisle
Naperville
Hyatt Regency Lisle
Illinois Energy Windows &
Siding, Inc.
In-Home Physicians
Lisle Community Unit
School District 202
Lisle Library District
Navistar, Inc.
North American Pizza &
Culinary Academy
OakBrook Investments, LLC
Office Evolution
Partners and Paws
Veterinary Services
Smithfield Foods
Packaged Meats
The Art of Good Eating
The Collective lhe &
Makery
Town Square Publications
Villa St. Benedict
West Suburban Humane
Society
Wheatstack...A Midwestern
Eatery & Tap
CONTACT INFORMATION
Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce
1111 Burlington Avenue, Suite 102
Lisle, IL 60532
Phone: (630) 964-0052
Fax: (630) 964-2726
Email: [email protected]
www.lislechamber.com
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
10 years and over. Thank you for your continued support.
Rotary Club of Lisle
DuPage AME Church
Morningside Café
Naper Settlement
Lisle Lions Club
Powers Constructions Group, Inc.
Jim Dhamer Plumbing & Sewer, Inc.
Rosehill Montessori School
The UPS Store
Exterior Designers, Inc.
Evviva Bar & Eatery
Greg Procopio Farmers Insurance Agency Omnia Performing Arts Center
Sounds Abound Entertainment & Wedding Shop
Community Career Center
Michael J. Costin CPA, Ltd.
Via Moda Salon & Spa
Naperville Community Unit School District 203
WDCB 90.9fm Public Radio
Original Home Improvement, Inc.
Buffalo Wild Wings
West Suburban Community Pantry
Filipiak Marketing Communications
BankFinancial
Smithfield Foods Packaged Meats