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December 2013
President’s Corner -Tom Althoff
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 E
C H A M B E R V I S I O N “Building a Foundation of Commitment”
Calendar of Events
LISLE EXECUTIVE
NETWORKING GROUP
(LENG)
Tuesday, December 3, 2013
12:00 p.m.
Devonshire of Lisle
1700Robin Lane
Lisle, IL 60563
BUSINESS AFTER HOURS
Wednesday, December 18, 2013
5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Lisle Lanes
4290 Lincoln Avenue
Lisle, IL 60532
GENERAL MEMBERSHIP
LUNCHEON
Honoring our Board Members
and Committee Chairs
Julie Mueller, President of Uni-
versal Technical Institute (UTI)
Thursday, December 19, 2013
11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Sheraton Hotel (formally the
Wyndham)
3000 Warrenville Road
Lisle, IL 60532
$25.00 Member - $35.00 Non-
Member
LISLE EXECUTIVE
NETWORKING GROUP
(LENG)
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
5:00 p.m.
Crosstown Pub 909 East Ogden
Lisle, IL 60532
Mission Statement
“To facilitate, advocate and cultivate opportunities for the Lisle Area
Business Community”
We are near the end of another great year for the Lisle Chamber. We have worked to
serve you the membership to provide opportunities for you to prosper and grow. Our
many events give you the chance to showcase your business or organization and meet
other like-minded people pursuing solid business practices. You or your employees
are taking advantage of the discount on classes at Benedictine University. This is a
benefit which we appreciate very much and thank the university for its great support.
Our month of November was filled with activities including two ribbon cuttings, a not-for-profit
breakfast, a Women in Business luncheon in Carol Stream, a General Membership luncheon at Pizze-
ria Bombola, Business After Hours at the West Suburban Community Pantry, and the Turkey
Trot Tune-up on Sunday November 24th. It was a great month for networking with all of those oppor-
tunities.
I want to thank the sponsors of the 5K race for all their support including Presenting Sponsor, Du-
Page Medical Group, Platinum Sponsors, the Lisle Park District and Molex, and Silver sponsors,
Athletico and Avant at the Arboretum. We also had support from Dick Pond Athletics, Whole
Foods in Wheaton, Walgreens, Jewel Foods, Janor Sports, Essig Printing, Alliance Health and
Wellness, and Williams Chiropractic Center. We had tremendous help in volunteers from the Lisle
Lions Club, Lisle Teens with Character and Lisle High School Key Club. Our chamber volunteers
included Paula Gleason from Bensidoun and Neighbors of Lisle, Sonny Smith from College of Du-
Page, Julie LaFond from St. Joan of Arc, Nadine Filipiak from Filipiak Marketing Communica-
tions, Adrienne Ruiz from Benedictine University, Valerie Janke, Waddell and Reed, Terry Madl
from Runners for Wellness, Rich Janor, Janor Sports and Dr. Eric Williams, Williams Chiroprac-
tic Center. We had a terrific core which helped for a smooth running event. Congratulations to
Mayor Broda and his wife Joanne who both won medals for placing in their age groups.
This month we will hold our annual meeting to honor the outgoing board of directors and introduce
the new board. Our speaker at this special event is Julie Mueller, President of Universal Technical
Institute. It will be an exciting and informative meeting so we hope to see you all there. We especial-
ly want to thank the committee chairs for the great job they have done this year. We will also be pre-
senting awards for Ambassador of the Year and Volunteer of the Year.
Our Business After Hours will be held at Lisle Lanes on December 18th. You will not want to miss
the opportunity to try out the new lanes installed after the April floods. Cesar Canonigo has done a
wonderful job in rehabbing the facility. It is a great place to take the family over the holiday season
as well. Be sure to patronize the Lisle VFW for their breakfast on December 15th.
Also remember to help those in need by contributing to one of our Chamber member charities.
Finally, I would like to take the opportunity to wish you a happy holiday and sincerely thank you all
for your membership.
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C H A M B E R V I S I O N
2013 Chamber
Board of Directors
Paula Gleason,
Chair, Bensidoun, USA
Chris Ashe,
Past Chairman,
Brian Ashe & Associates
Kitty Murphy, Chair-Elect
The Nook, Inc..
Sonny Smith, Treasurer,
College of DuPage
Tom Reif, Vice Chair
Hallberg Commercial &
Benefits Insurance
Mark Acquaviva
Performance Merchant
Processing, LLC
Elizabeth Boone, Moser
College, Benedictine
University
Richard Brink,
Hilton Lisle/Naperville
Dan Garvy,
Lisle Park District
Bill Kuglich, Molex
Julie LaFond, St Joan of Arc
Christopher Pellico,
Navistar, Inc.
Susan Ross,
The Morton Arboretum
Diane Merna,
Adler Associate
Mayor Joseph Broda,
ex officio, Village of Lisle
Jim Harkness,
General Counsel, Momkus
McCluskey, LLC., ex officio
—————–————-
Chamber Staff
Tom Althoff,
President & CEO
Jill Eidukas,
Office & Events Manager
Jen Sumner,
Office Assistant
Chair Message—Paula Gleason
We are very happy to welcome Steele Communications and Insight Property Ser-vices to the Lisle Chamber and anticipate their commitment to Chamber net-working events. Our November events included two Lisle Executive Networking Group luncheons and a Women in Business multi-Chamber lunch. Ribbon cut-ting at Advanced Lisle Dental was a very well-attended networking event with deli-cious food and drinks Thank you to the West Suburban Community Pantry for hosting a very successful multi-Chamber Business After Hours with superb net-working and wonderful food and drinks. The general membership luncheon at Pizzeria Bombola featured Wallace Long discussing a Committed Customer Ser-vice program. Many enjoyed a ribbon-cutting at Dr. Todd Martin’s new Lisle loca-tion complete with an array of delectable food and drinks. Turkey Trot Tune-up closed out the month with a great attendance in spite of the cold weather.
This time of year we reflect on our accomplishments. I find it hard to believe that 2013 is coming to a close, however, I am content that this has been a very successful year. Our Chamber events and networking opportunities have allowed us to support one another and truly commit to this year’s theme, “Building a Foundation of Commitment”. Membership retention has remained steady and the Chamber is financially strong. The annual dinner dance was extremely well-attended and financially quite successful; we anticipate this will replicate again. Please commit to save the date of February 7, 2014 for the annual “Dancing with the Chamber Stars” Dinner Dance at the Lisle Hilton Hotel with an underlying theme of Luau in Lisle.
Our Chamber commitment to Benedictine University supported a successful Lislepalooza venue in February. Despite some “dicey” weather conditions, the annual 5K/10K was also very well attended and proceeds al-lowed us to donate many $500 scholarships to local area students. The golf outing was successful, weather was perfect, golfers were in high gear and raffle items were in abundance. Our Chamber commitment to Eyes to the Skies provided crucial community involvement, as did four Lisle Cruise Nights. And, the inaugural Chamber fundraising event, Alefest was hugely successful! “Building a Foundation of Commitment” was ever so evident following the April 18th flooding when Chamber members Fast Signs of Naperville, Lisle Hil-ton, Hyatt, Jewel, Pizzeria Bombola, and many others, rallied to assist victimized Chamber members in dis-tress such as Lisle Lanes, Lisle Savings Bank on Maple, Rayme’s, Snow Valley Nursing Center and many oth-ers. Our Chamber committed with other Lisle service organizations to help coordinate efforts to assist flood victims; recovery continues and we are committed to respond to the needs of our residents and businesses.
I am so grateful to our membership for your support; the Chamber would not be as successful as it is without your commitment. Special appreciation goes out to the 2013 Executive Committee and Board of Directors for their leadership and direction over the last year. They have contributed greatly to the success and profes-sionalism that the Lisle Chamber exemplifies today. Our 2013 Executive Committee is Chris Ashe of Brian Ashe & Associates, Past Chairman; Kitty Murphy of The Nook, Chair-Elect; Tom Reif, Hallberg Insurance, Vice Chair; Sonny Smith of College of DuPage, Treasurer; as well as, Tom Althoff, Chamber President and CEO. Our other Board members are Mark Acquaviva, Performance Merchant Processing; Elizabeth Boone, Moser College, Benedictine University; Richard Brink, Hilton Lisle/Naperville; Dan Garvy, Lisle Park Dis-trict; Bill Kuglich, Molex; Julie LaFond, St. Joan of Arc; Christopher Pellico, Navistar; Susan Ross, The Mor-ton Arboretum; Diane Merna, Adler Associates; and continuing to serve as ex-officio members Mayor Joe Broda, Village of Lisle; and Jim Harkness, General Counsel, Momkus McCloskey. I especially want to thank Tom Althoff, Jill Eidukas, Jen and Julie Sumner for their hard work and team support, without which the Chamber could not function! My heartfelt thanks to Ambassadors, Committee Chairs, volunteers and spon-sors for their commitment of time and energy to make the Lisle Chamber such a tremendous organization. Any time I asked for their help, I received 100% commitment from all concerned.
I want to extend a special thank you to Dan Garvey, as he completes his second term and six years of exempla-ry service to the Chamber Board.
As my term as your Chairman ends, my goal of Building a Foundation of Commitment and creating a Vision, Mission and Action Plan for 2014 has been successful. A crucial aspect of true commitment is standing up to those who would undermine commitment, those whose words or actions show disrespect – I have guaran-teed that the Chamber is committed to provide opportunities to grow your business with integrity and hones-ty.
It has been truly an honor for me to serve as the 2013 Chairman of the Board. Thank you and welcome to the 2014 Chairman of the Board, Kitty Murphy of The Nook – welcome, Kitty!
December 2013 Page 3
GOLD MEMBERS
Advanced Lisle Dental
ARDS Services, Inc.
Best, Vanderlaan & Harrington
The BOMC
Coffee News
Crème Cakeshop & Bakery
CrossTown Pub & Grill
Design & Promote
DuPage Medical Group
Diverse Facility Solutions, Inc.
Edward Hospital
Filipiak Marketing
Jewel/Osco
Kids Teen Rider
Lisle Savings Bank
Luis Arturo Dance Academy
K. Hovananian Homes
Midas Auto Service Experts
Mullen's Bar & Grill
Navistar, Inc.
Neighbors of Lisle
North Central College
Original Home Improvement
Rosehill Montessori School
Schulz-Brundage Insurance
Shaun Pollitt Design
Unilever Food Solutions
West Suburban Community
Pantry
WDCB, 90.9 Public Radio
ZLan Partners
SILVER MEMBERS
AthletiCo
Avant At the Arboretum
Bulls/Sox Training Academy
CA
CitiBank
Chicago Tribune
Choice Rx Solutions
COUNTRY Financial
Insurance-Van Ham/Tan /Mulyk Agen-
cy
Daily Herald/Paddock Publications
Todd Martin, DDS PC
Exterior Designers, Inc.
FastSigns
Floral Events
Goldstar Security Services, Inc.
Hallberg Commercial and
Benefit Solutions
Hand-N-Paw
Harris N.A. - Lisle
Health Source of Lisle
Holistic Health Care Centers, LLC
Humidor
Integrity Designs, LLC.
Integrity Motors
Isoprime Corporation
Janice Connolly Interiors
Jim Dhamer Plumbing and Sewer
Lee Ernst, ReMax Action
Lisle-Woodridge Fire Fighters Union
Local 2986
McCain Foods USA, Inc.
Momkus McCluskey, LLC
Newport Promotions of
DuPage Inc.
Norbert Pools & Spa
OakBrook Investments
Optometry & Eyewear Gallery
Padgett Business Services
Performance Merchant Services, Inc.
P. Martin Jewelers
Rapid Funding Corporation
Robert Kelly Studio
Runners 4 Wellness
Senryo Technologies
Service Master Today
Walsh Financial
Weldon Hardware
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C H A M B E R V I S I O N
Advanced Lisle Dental is a new dental office located at 1046 Maple Avenue in Lisle. Dr. Hetal Patel’s of-fice holds the highest levels of accreditations and he is very excited to bring bright smiles to Lisle. In or-der to remain up to date on the latest trends in den-tistry, Dr. Patel and his staff pursue ongoing educa-tion.
Ribbon Cutting—Advanced Lisle Dental
Tom Althoff, Lisle Chamber, gives Dr. Hetal Patel a “Buck for Luck”.
The Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its Annual meeting in conjunction with the General Membership Luncheon at the Sheraton Hotel on Thursday, December 19, 2013. Outgoing Chair, Paula Gleason will highlight the events from the current year while plans for the upcoming year will be reviewed by Kitty Murphy, the 2014 Chair. There will also be an installation of the new Board of Directors as well as recognition of the 2013 Board of Directors for their leadership and guidance. Committee Chairs will be acknowledged and thanked for contributing their time, talent and services.
The volunteer of the year and the Ambassador of the Year will be awarded plaques. Register online or call the chamber at 630-964-0052, www.lislechamber.com.
Annual Meeting to Honor Board Members and Committee Chairs
Lisle Area Chamber Board of Directors
Guest speaker Wallace Long, presented “Creating Committed Customers” at the Lisle Area Chamber’s November General Membership luncheon at Pizzeria Bombola. Interaction with chamber members and examples of good customer service were direct and to the point. Participants were engaged with the speaker and seemed to be ready to use some of the strate-gies discussed.
General Membership Luncheon
Wallace Long and Tom Althoff
December 2013 Page 5
Sonny is a Professor at the College of DuPage and has been teaching for 22 years. He has been a Lisle Area Chamber Member for about 9 years, an Ambassador for 7 years and was Ambassador of the year in 2011. In addition to his involvement as an Ambassador, Sonny has worked on several Lisle Area Chamber Committees such as the Dinner Dance, Golf Outing, 5K Turkey Trot Tune-Up, and 5K/10K Spring Sprint committees. He enjoys his role as an Ambassador because it has given him the opportunity to give back to the
community. Sonny resides in Lisle with his wife Linda. In his free time he enjoys boating.
Ambassador Spotlight— Sonny Smith
The West Suburban Community Pantry held its annual Multi-Chamber Business After Hours with the Lisle Area Chamber, Downers Grove Area Chamber, and Woodridge Area Chamber at their Woodridge location. The Pantry provides year-round assistance to those in need. Due to the Pantry purchasing in bulk, the dollar goes a lot farther and a donation of $25.00 can assist in purchasing an entire cart of groceries. Even if you missed this Business After Hours, you did not miss the oppor-tunity to help eradicate hunger. To make a donation, please visit the West Suburban Community Pantry’s website at www.wcpinc.org.
West Suburban Community Pantry
6809 Hobson Valley Drive, Unit 118
Woodridge, IL 60532
630-512-9921
Multi-Chamber Business After Hours
Michael McDonnell, WSCP and Tom Althoff, Lisle Chamber
It was a packed new dentist office for Todd Martin,
DDS. Chamber members, staff, patients, friends and
family all attended with well wishes for their new of-
fice location in Lisle. Dr. Martin and Mayor Joseph
Broda cut the ceremonial ribbon.
Ribbon Cutting—Todd Martin, D.D.S.
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C H A M B E R V I S I O N
Advanced Lisle Dental, Mayor Broda, Dr. Hetal Patel
Sonny Smith, COD, Jim French, LWFD
Tom Althoff presents Dr. Martin a “Buck for Luck”
Multi-Chamber Women in Business Multi– Chamber luncheon
Multi-Chamber breakfast Panel
Roger and Barbara Schmith at West Suburban Community
Pantry BAH
December 2013 Page 7
December 7 & 8 Lights of Lisle Once Upon a Christmas Polar Express Train
Lights of Lisle: This event begins on December 7 at 4:00 p.m. and will conclude with the annual Tree-Lighting Ceremony at the Village Hall. Once Upon a Christmas: This event will take place at The Museums at Lisle Station Park and will in-clude crafts, hayrides, brick oven baking and more. Polar Express Train: This event is based on the popular children’s book “Polar Express” and features a 75 minute train ride to Union Station that begins and ends at Lisle Metra Station. The Polar Express Train ride will take place on Sunday, December 8, at 9:45 a.m. and 1:45 p.m.
For more information call the Lisle Convention & Visitors Bureau
630-769-1000/800-733-9811 Or visit their website www.StayInLisle.com
Lights of Lisle
The Lisle Convention & Visitors Bureau Winter Clothing Drive is an excellent opportunity to give back to the community this holiday season. The drive is currently looking for new or gently used winter cloth-ing for distribution to those in need throughout the Lisle community. Donations will be accepted Mon-
day-Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through December 31st. For additional information call Katie Palombit at (630) 769-1000 or e-mail her at
Lisle Convention & Visitors Bureau Winter Clothing Drive
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C H A M B E R V I S I O N
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ARDS Services, Inc
Bulls/Sox Training
Academy
Esser Hayes Insurance
Group
Evviva Bar & Eatery
Exterior Designers, Inc.
Fox Restaurant
Goldstine, Skrodzki,
Russian, Nemec and
Hoff, Ltd.
Katsis & Company,
Ltd.
Lisle Auto Plaza, Inc.
Main St. Hair Co.
North Central College
Oak Brook Office
Solutions
The Stone Center
SunCoke Energy
U-Stor-It Manangers
LLC
Via Moda Salon & Spa
New Members
Insight Property Services, Inc.
115 East Ogden Avenue, Suite 117-128
Naperville, IL 60563
Renewals
Advanced Lisle Dental Family, Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry
Hours of Operation:
Monday & Wednesday 10:00 a.m.—7:00 p.m. Thursday 9:00 a.m.—6:00 p.m.
Every other Saturday 9:00 a.m.—2:00 p.m.
Dr. Hetal Patel 1046 Maple Avenue, Lisle
630-271-9999
Save the Date Dinner Dance 2014
“Dancing With the Chamber Stars” Luau in Lisle
Hilton Lisle/Naperville Friday, February 7, 2014
$80.00 Per Person
For more information visit the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce website at www.lislechamber.com
December 2013 Page 9
This years 5K Turkey Trot Tune-Up was another great success. We appreciate everyone who came out to volunteer and
participate in this event. Congratulations to our top male winner, Gabriel Ceballos with a time of 17:45 and our top
female winner, Katherine Pecak with a time of 22:14:1. Our top winners both received a trophy, a Dick Pond Gift Card,
and a turkey from Jewel. Thank you again to DuPage Medical Group, the Lisle Park District, Molex, Athletico and
Avant at the Arboretum for sponsoring this event. As always, the tremendous support and generosity of our Chamber
members and the Lisle community made the success of this event possible.
5K Turkey Trot Tune-Up