BizWord June 2009
 

  Table of Contents
  From the desk of Laura Crawford

  Letter from the Chairman of the Board
  Member Benefits Greatly from Golf Outing

  Members in the News
  Thank You Members
  May 2009 Member Recruitment Campaign Volunteers
 

From the desk of Laura Crawford

The Downers Grove Chamber’s primary focus the past twelve months has been to BUILD BUSINESS, while we BUILD COMMUNITY. It is essential to Downers Grove that you continue to succeed and your Chamber has been focusing all their efforts to make sure that happens. 

As you know, we’ve introduced a new website, the all new downersgrove.org will make sure your business is connected to the community and the community is connected to you.  With an all new look, your testimonials will be featured and linked to your business’ website and the Talking Business Card video clip commercials will all further your presence on this community portal – no matter your schedule – we’ll be working for you.

Speaking of working for you, at the Black & White Ball, we’ll be recognizing a special Member who has gone above and beyond in making sure this community works.  The winner of the Enterprise Award will be honored at the Friday, September 18^th Black and White Ball. 

In this challenging economic time, it is more important than ever to recognize those businesses that keep and expand the workforce of our community as well as offer opportunities for visitors to spend their dollars in your businesses. 

The recipient of this award is an individual who is employed by or owns a Member business and has significantly impacted the community through personal involvement, while actively providing and protecting economic opportunity for the benefit of all.  Last year we recognized David Fox, president & CEO of Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital. At a recent general membership luncheon, Dave said, "Leaders push those they lead to deliver more than they think they are capable of producing." 

Does this sound like anyone you know?  Nominations are open now, with the vast pool of business leaders’ names available to submit, I am confident that the next winner will be a dynamic individual who helps to keep this community working, building business while building community.  Please visit downersgrove.org to submit your nomination.  As always, thank you for your membership.

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Letter from the Chairman of the Board

Board of Directors Nominations Open June 1
Have you ever sat at a Chamber event or committee meeting and thought to yourself ‘if I were making the decisions, I would do it this way?’  Well now is your opportunity… Consider becoming a part of the Board of Directors of the Chamber. Take your Membership to the next level and lend your voice to the business community. Make a difference.

Not sure that board leadership is the right fit for you? Here’s what you need: an open-mind, the ability to think strategically, and the time to attend 2 board related meetings a month. Our board members come in all shapes and sizes. Some participate financially; some participate by appearing at monthly events; some participate by providing their work skills in a leadership capacity. The bottom line is that there is not a “typical” board member. The board thrives off of diversification.

We are looking for Members to step up and join this influential group.  There are several spots available for Members eager to represent their businesses and provide their experience.  We encourage you to consider a Director position.  The first step is to fill out and return the Nomination Form.  The Nomination Committee will select candidates, set up interviews, and determine final candidates.

You can find the links to the Board Nomination Form and Board of Director's Job Description below.

Click HERE for Board of Directors' Job Descriptions
Click HERE for Board Nomination Form

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Member Benefits Greatly from Golf Outing

Vince Clemente Lends an Excellent Testimonial about his Golf Outing Experience

"We had a wonderful time at the golf outing – quick story about how that outing effected my company.  We met somebody from Best Buy, turns out they were looking for a delivery service in the Chicagoland area on a pilot program to offer same day delivery.  Last Thursday we were able to secure a meeting with them and while we were one of many delivery services being considered, we just received word that they chose ERC.  This would not have been possible without the Downers Grove Chamber and the golf outing.  What a great team effort!"

Vince Clemente, ERC Delivery

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Members in the News

Tai San Chef wins award
On Monday, May 18, 2009 Tai San Chef was recognized for winning
the Top 100 Chinese Restaurants in the USA. Congratulations to
Tom Tan and Staff for the second year in a row!

Wedding Etc has NEW location!
Visit them at their new location at 1008 Curtiss St., Downers Grove!

Thank You Members!

The Downers Grove Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry would like to Thank the following members for their generosity and support:
 

Thank you to Parker's Ocean Grill for hosting our Business After Hours!

Thank you to Tommie Van of Marriott Suites Downers Grove for hosting the Program and Events Board Meeting.

Thank you to Mark Samel of Sound Check Entertainment for loaning the PA system to the June BAH!

Thank you to Dave Fox of Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital for speaking at the June General Membership Luncheon.

Thank you to the Downers Grove Economic Development Corporation for sponsoring the June General Membership Luncheon.

Thank you to Events By Tommy R's for donating breakfast to the Business Before Hours.

Thank you to all the table top businesses at Business Before Hours.

Thank you to Tommie Van, of Marriott Suites Downers Grove, for hosting the Cap and Trade Congressional Roundtable
 

Thank you to Steve Beck, Beck & Associates, for speaking at the May General Membership Luncheon on May 20, 2009.

Thank you to at&t for sponsoring the May General Membership Luncheon on May 20, 2009.

Thank you to Andy Kindler, of Corporate Strategies, for presenting to the Young Professionals Network on Presentation Skills.

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May 2009 Member Recruitment Campaign Volunteers
Thank you to the 47 Member volunteers for all their time, effort and dedication!
 

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