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Oswego Chamber of Commerce

President’s Spotlight

New Member Showcase

Here’s one event you won’t want to miss. As part of the Chamber Ambassador’s new member mentoring program, a showcase featuring the products and services of our newest members will be held on Thursday, July 14, from 5:00 pm until 7:00 pm in the lobby of First Allied Bank, 3201 Orchard Rd.

Steve Hatcher Twenty-three new members, those holding chamber membership for less than 12 months, have already indicated their participation in the showcase. The first similar event held in 2010 drew a total of 35 new member participants.

You’ll be hard pressed to find an easier way to meet a lot of new members and re-kindle old acquaintances in a two-hour period. By the way, the event is free and light refreshments will be served. As one who recognizes a good deal when I see it, I’ll see you there.

Steve Hatcher
President

July 2011 Newsletter

Annual Golf Outing

Ribbon Cutting - Your Place Realty

3 Diamond Ground Breaking

Business after Business – The Growing Place

Ribbon Cutting – Everbright Energy

POW! 2011 Dates and Sponsorship Opportunities

2011 Dates:
July 13th @ 11:00 am – Thank you Edward & Leger Chiro-Health & Wellness for sponsoring.
September 14th @ 6:00 pm
November 9th @ 11:30 am

Sponsorship Opportunities available – In 2011 we will be offering $50 sponsorships for each event (maximum of 4-5 per event). Each Sponsor will be allowed to put out their marketing material and give a 1 minute commercial. We will also be continuing the Basket raffles. Please call the Chamber office at 630-554-3505 to reserve your spot!

Basket Raffle donations needed – Every luncheon we raffle off baskets or items that have been donated by Chamber member businesses. The money that is raised from these raffles goes to our philanthropic project each year. Last year we raised over $600 just on these baskets that we were able to give to Mutual Ground. If you are interested in donating a Raffle basket or gift certificate, contact the Chamber office at 630-554-3505 or info@oswegochamber.org

We are looking for Raffle basket donations. This is a great way to promote your business.


Upcoming Committee Meetings

POW! – Wednesday, July 6th, 9:15 am, Chamber office

Edward FraidyCat 5K – Friday, July 15th, 9:00 am, Chamber office

Ambassador – Wednesday, July 27th, 8:30 am, Chamber office

Legislative – Monday, August 1st, 3:00 pm, Village of Oswego Community Room

If you are interested in any of the above committee, please call the chamber office at 630-554-3505 or plan to attend.


The Oswego Chamber of Commerce is now on Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn

Go to the below links to learn more and join us. Please send questions and suggestions to angie@oswegochamber.org.

Facebook

http://www.facebook.com/pages/Oswego-Chamber-of-Commerce/118783595085

When you go to this page, click under the logo on the Add to My Pages Favorites. Also click on the top where it says Become a Fan. Let us know you have done this so we can get your business listed on our favorite’s page also.
Twitter

https://twitter.com/oswegochamber/

Simply click on the icon to visit our page.
Linked In

For LinkedIn, look for Steve Hatcher.  The Oswego Chamber Page is a group on his page.  Ask to link up.  Thank you.


More Around Town

July Coffee with B.O.B. (Leads IV)
Date: Wednesday, July 13th
Location: AmericInn, 1050 Douglas Rd
Program: 8:00 am – 10:00 am
Information: Chamber Office 630-554-3505
All Members welcome for this Business before Business networking Event.
July POW! Networking Lunch
Date: Wednesday, July 13th
Location: Pearce’s at Fox Bend, 3516 Route 34, Oswego
Program: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
Information: Chamber Office 630-554-3505
Cost: $20 for chamber members; $25 for non-members
New Member Showcase – All Members Invited to attend
Date: Thursday, July 14th
Location: Allied First Bank, 3201 Orchard Rd., Oswego
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Come out for this after hours networking event showcasing the newest members of the Oswego Chamber of Commerce.
Postcard Invitations
Business after Business – Oswego Cyclery
Date: Thursday, July 21st
Location: Oswego Cyclery, 26 Main St., Oswego
Time: 5:00 – 7:00 pm
Food by: The Village Grind
Ribbon Cutting – C-Tec
Date: Wednesday, July 27th
Location: Chamber Office, 63 W. Washington St., Oswego
Time: 12:00 pm – light refreshments will be served, please RSVP
Information: Chamber Office 630-554-3505
Ribbon Cutting/Open House – Phoenix Collision & Kustomz
Date: Wednesday, July 27th
Location: 46 Stonehill Rd, Unit E
Time: 4:00-5:30 pm with Ribbon Cutting at 4:30 pm
Information: Chamber Office 630-554-3505
TGIFF – Thank Goodness It’s First Friday hosted by Leads 3
Date: Friday, August 5th
Location: Scoreboards, 1100 Douglas Rd, Oswego
Time: 4:00-6:00 pm
Information: Chamber Office 630-554-3505
Ribbon Cutting/Open House – AutoSmart
Date: Thursday, August 4th
Location: 39 Stonehill Rd, Suite A
Time: 4:00-5:30 pm with Ribbon Cutting at 4:30 pm
Information: Chamber Office 630-554-3505
LinkedIn Workshop
Date: Wednesday, August 17th
Location: AmericInn, 1050 Douglas Rd, Oswego
Time: 7:00 am – 9:30 am
Information: RSVP to info@oswegochamber.org
Cost: $5 for members, $10 for non-members

SAVE THESE DATES

New Member Dinner at Pearce’s at Fox Bend – Thursday, September 29th
Edward FraidyCat 5K – Sunday, October 30 www.fraidycat5k.com

Are you interested in a Leads Group? Contact or visit the groups to learn more

Leads I meets Thursdays from 7:30 – 8:30 am at the Family Restaurant on Main Street
President – Paul Rathman
Email – prathman@alliedfirst.com
Phone – 630-383-0169

Leads II meets Tuesdays from 7:30 – 8:30 am at the Family Restaurant on Main Street
President – Mike Prendeville
Email – tforceclean@gmail.com
Phone – 630-554-2161

Leads III meets Thursdays from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm at Tap House Grill
President – Dave Erickson
Email – david.erickson@edwardjones.com
Phone – 630-552-9576

Leads IV meets Wednesdays from 8:00 – 9:00 am at the AmericInn
President – Tim Leverich
Email – tim@hometowneinsurance.com
Phone – 630-554-4040

Leads V meets Wednesdays from 12:30 – 1:30 pm at Tap House Grill
President – Nicole Tudisco
Email – nicoletudisco@gmail.com
Phone – 630-973-8932

ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES: Reserve your eblast spot now!

Eblast ads have a new price! Want to stand out from the crowd? Exclusive email blast ads are available for $50. You have the option of having your email ad go out on Monday or Wednesday. Your ad will go to all Chamber of Commerce members, and only one ad will be distributed on Monday and one on Wednesday. Ads need to be in a gif or jpeg format and no larger than 250 KB and 720 x 800 pixels.

Get the word out! Advertising for the Oswego Chamber of Commerce Newsletter is $25 for a ¼ page ad (approximately 300 x 300 pixels) and $50 for a ½ page ad (600 x 300 pixels). Ads should be in gif or jpeg format. Deadline is the last week of every month.

You may now have the Membership Directory emailed to you in Excel format for $50.

Any questions? Please contact Angie at the Chamber office at 630-554-3505.

Tom Cross Ovation To Business Award Nomination

Please fill out this form to nominate a small, medium or large business in the 84th district that is sustaining or growing jobs as well as involved in community service. Businesses are welcome to nominate themselves. Please mail your submission to Tom Cross Ovation to Business Award, 24047 W. Lockport St., Suite 213, Plainfield, IL 60544 or fill out online at www.tomcross.com. Please verify that business is in the 84th district at the website too.

Business Nomination Form

New Members

Decorating Den Interiors
Cathy Martin
133 Willowwood Dr. N
Oswego, IL 60543
630.636.6514
Fax: 630.636.6514
catherine241@gmail.com
www.cathymartin.decoratingden.com
ustom window treatments, furniture, lighting, flooring, accessories, space planning, paint consultations

Velocity Energy
Mike Healy
2516 Versailles Ave #101
Naperville, IL 60540
630.305.7112
Fax: 630.839.1018
mhealy@velocityenergygroup.com
www.velocityenergygroup.com
Energy consulting for commercial and industrial electricity and natural gas supply
Referred by Dave Prinzi

EverBright Energy
Calvin Cornish
4200 Cantera Drive
Warrenville, IL 60555
630.416.8300
calvincornish@everbrightenergy.com
www.everbrightenergy.com
Electricity supplier for residential and small commercial customers
Referred by Nania Energy

Ken Boncela Insurance Agency
Ken Boncela
21 W. Merchants Drive
Oswego, IL 60543
630.801.8942
Fax: 630.801.8944
ken@kenboncela.com
www.facebook.com/KenBoncelaInsurance
Insurance and financial services
Referred by Angie Hibben

RocketWriters, Inc.
Rachelle Stoller
208 Parkside Lane
Oswego, IL 60543
773.255.7794
Fax: 630.839.6538
rocketwriter@gmail.com
www.rocketwriters.com
We are a talented group of writers who knock out rockin’ copy for the web, print & just about any other medium you can think of. From marketing collateral to web content, our approach is simple. You know what you want to say, but not how to say it. We translate your idea, word by word, into a powerful message that speaks to your audience & reflects your voice. Check out what we can do for your business.
Referred by Dave Erickson

  

AutoSmart, Inc.
Brian Caldwell and Scott Twait
39 Stonehill Rd, Suite A
Oswego, IL 60543
630.554.2285
Fax: 630.554.3716
autosmartnetwork@gmail.com
www.autosmartnetwork.com
Auto dealer, used vehicles, motorcycles, trailers/RVs
Referred by Jennifer Jones-Sinnott

Steven’s Silkscreening & Embroidery
Steven Huebel
President/Owner
1256 S. Bridge St.
Yorkville, IL 60560
630.553.7710
Fax: 630.553.3368
info@stevensteesntux.com
www.stevensteesntux.com
Silkscreen & embroidery, custom sportswear, tuxedo rental
Referred by Tim Leverich

Mutual Ground, Inc.
Michelle Curry
418 Oak Ave
Aurora, IL 60506
630.897.0084
Fax: 630.897.3536
mmeyer@mutualground.org
www.mutualground.org
Domestic violence/sexual assault services for victims in Southern Kane and Kendall counties.

Shelter Insurance
Joe Massa, CLU, ChFC
201 S. Commonwealth Ave
Aurora, IL 60506
630.947.2239
jmassa@shelterinsurance.com
Multi-line insurance
Referred by Tim Leverich

Peck for Illinois Senate
Garrett Peck
14703 Independence Dr
Plainfield, IL 60544
847.348.1126
Fax: 877.506.8675
info@peck4senate.com
www.peck4senate.com
Political Action Committee

2011 - 2012 Board of Directors

Tim Leverich
Chairman (term expires 2012)
Hometowne Insurance Services Inc.
155 Chicago Rd., (Route 34)
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-3505 (direct)
630-554-4646 fax
tim@hometowneinsurance.com

Tony Sidio
Vice Chairman (term expires 2013)
Tony Sidio Consulting
3756 Bailey Road
Yorkville, IL 60560
630-202-6765
tony@sidio.com

Brenda Van Wyhe
Treasurer (term expires 2012)
Rush-Copley Medical Center
2000 Ogden Ave.
Aurora, IL. 60504
630.898.3565
630.978.6860 fax
Brenda.Vanwyhe@rushcopley.com

Nicole Tudisco
Secretary (term expires 2013)
Wheatland Realty
1753 Delta Drive
Aurora,  IL 60503
630-973-8932
630-898-2619 fax
nicoletudisco@gmail.com

Gail Gauger
Director (term expires 2013)
Alden of Waterford
1955 Randi Drive
Aurora, IL 60504
630-851-1880
630-898-8307 fax
ggauger@aldengroup.org

Ken Bertrand
Director (term expires 2012)
Allied First Bank
3201 Orchard Rd
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-8899
866-554-3311 fax
kbertrand@alliedfirst.com

  

Dean Kleronomos
Director (term expires 2012)
Lorenzini & Associates
2683 Route 34
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-1920
630-554-1682 fax
d.kleronomos@comcast.net

Matt Kewenig
Director (term expires 2013)
Aspen Financial Services
201 Constitution Drive, Suite D
Aurora, IL 60506
630-897-7575
630-897-5731 fax
matthew.kewenig@lpl.com

Sandy Benson 
Director (term expires 2012)
Edward Hospital & Health Services
801 S. Washington
Naperville, IL 60540
630-527-3931
630-527-3963 fax
sbenson@edward.org

Jeannie LaMarre
Director (term expires 2013)
Tastefully Simple
Fox Valley Trophy
74 W. Washington
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-2525
630-554-3850 fax
foxvalleytrophy@yahoo.com

Keith Wolff
Director (term expires 2013)
Keith’s Car Care
78 Stonehill Rd
Oswego, IL 60543
630-554-8911
630-554-2371 fax
keith@keithscarcare.com

Staff

Steve Hatcher
President/CEO
22 W. VanBuren St.
Oswego, IL 60543-0863
630.554.3505
630.554.0050 fax
steve@oswegochamber.org

  

Angie Hibben
Special Projects Coordinator
angie@oswegochamber.org

Jennine Kristianson
Administrative Assistant
jennine@oswegochamber.org


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