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Get Connected
Excellent Care.
Outstanding Experiences.
Just what your doctor ordered. Table of Contents
Get involved.......................................................................... 6
Board of directors............................................................... 7
State of the County Breakfast.......................................... 8
Women in Networking....................................................... 11
Business Before Hours...................................................... 12
Ambassadors........................................................................ 16
Business After Hours.......................................................... 17
Member to Member............................................................ 20
Advocacy............................................................................... 21
Power Hours......................................................................... 22
40 Under Forty..................................................................... 24
Small Business Saturday................................................... 25
Leadership Management Institute.................................. 27
Annual Meeting................................................................... 28
Calendar at a Glance.......................................................... 31
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2 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 3
Get Connected
Chairman’s Letter Member to Member
What a year 2017 has been for the Chamber and its Within the pages of this book are
members! As I reflect back upon the year I am nearly many ways your business can stay
in awe of the amount of work, product, events, and connected with the Kankakee County Chamber
programming we have accomplished together. Today of Commerce. I encourage you to put our events on your
you can’t turn on the radio, open the newspaper, or tend calendar and participate whenever your schedule allows.
to your social media without seeing, hearing, or reading Membership benefits continue to evolve as our Chamber
about something good the Chamber and its members are grows. We have the ability to help you with mailings and
doing. We are simply all-over-the-place and we continue marketing strategies, or connect you to new vendors
to build momentum. And we do it all with your help. and partners. Each member offers a new opportunity for
So let me use this opportunity to THANK YOU for helping the Chamber, its members, and our communities. It is in
us accomplish all that we do. As I’ve said many times, the Chamber, at its heart, is a that spirit that we promote our Member to Member program and unofficial motto.
volunteer organization. Coupled with our extraordinarily talented and hard-working With over 400 members there is always room for your business or organization to
staff, we quite simply GET STUFF DONE. But it cannot be done without an army of create new customers, vendors, or colleagues. When you make a new connection
dedicated volunteers, committee members, and leaders willing to jump in, roll up with a member they share your story with their connections and through a ripple
sleeves, and make it happen. For all of you who have given of your time, talent, or effect; your business finds community and economic support.
treasure, I simple say “thank you”. Please tap into our member to member program. Get connected and stay
While I look back fondly upon 2017, I look forward to an even better 2018. Our connected with the Chamber in 2018. Share with us your news, your deals, and
board has set some important priorities which will help us continue to build on the your story so we can share it with the other members. Find us on social media and
momentum we’ve established. We have affirmed the fact that membership is the share our posts with your connections. We are on Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram,
lifeblood of the Chamber, and it stands to reason that we all benefit from having and Twitter. Feel free to tell others about the Chamber. Place the Chamber logo
more members. With this in mind, we will aggressively and shamelessly recruit on your website, newsletter, or get the Chamber decal for the front door of your
new Chamber members until we’ve reached a membership total of 450 members business. Lastly, join one of our committees. Joining one of our committees puts
(that’s about 50 new members). More member means more connections, more you in the center of the work that we are doing in Kankakee County to help our
networking opportunities, and more possibilities for us all. members’ businesses and organizations thrive and prosper.
We hope that you will help us in this endeavor. For those of you happy members, Thank you for being a member of the Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce
we hope that you will aggressively and shamelessly endorse our Chamber in your and being a part of Kankakee County’s exciting growth.
conversations in and around our community. Let other businesses know what
they’ve been missing and help them plug in to something good.
Sincerely,
All best,
Jeff Hammes, Chairman
4 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 5
Get Connected
Networking Matters Board of Directors
Jeff Hammes, Chairman Kristina Back
GET INVOLVED! President Owner
Peoples Bank of Kankakee County Little Caesers
Amy LaFine, Vice Chairwoman Lisa Aprati
WOMEN IN NETWORKING was developed Adjunct Faculty External Affairs Manager
and created to provide networking Olivet Nazarene University - South Region, ComEd
opportunities to all women. WIN’s mission Matt McBurnie Antonio Carrico
is to empower professional and personal Vice President of Owner
relationships for women through specific Institutional Advancement Natural Institute of Health
programming and service opportunities. Riverside Healthcare
win@kankakeecountychamber.com Sonya Comer
Jimmy Joines, Treasurer Owner
Vice President of Finance FASTSIGNS of Kankakee
YOUNG PROFESSIONALS NETWORK is Kankakee Valley Construction Ken Crite
a group whose goal is to grow and equip Company Coordinator of Career Services
young professionals to lead the community. Scott Snavely, Secretary Kankakee Community College
Focus areas are business and social Market President Melissa Kahoun
networking, professional and leadership Midland States Bank Area Manager
development, and community and civic
Andy Czako Aqua Illinois
involvement. The group meets monthly for
Managing Broker Tim Milner
networking evening events.
McColly Bennett Real Estate Owner
ypn@kankakeecountychamber.com
Bernie Anderson Milner Broadcasting
Community Relations and Economic Maureen Powell
Development Manager-IL Site Head of Communications
KANKAKEE COUNTY AMBASSADORS Nicor Gas
People do business with people they know. CSL Behring
With the assistance of our Ambassadors, Jeff Domagalski Scott Smith
the Kankakee County Chamber gives you Senior Development Officer President
opportunities to meet other businesses and Olivet Nazarene University First Trust Bank
consumers in the community at a variety of Ariana Dunn Cynthia Willis
A M B AS S A D O R S
Chamber-sponsored events. Owner Executive Director
ambassador@kankakeecountychamber.com The Look Tyjuan Hagler Foundation
Aundrea Lollar
Environmental Engineer
Nucor Corporation
6 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 7
MEMBER TIERS
The Chamber knows that your business is unique and has its own
needs. That’s why we are offering four membership levels each
customized with resources and tools to help your business prosper.
INVESTOR PARTNER
• 15% discount off sponsorship
• Video presence on home
opportunities
page of website
State of the County • 30% discount off sponsorship
opportunities
• Invitation to all Voice of Business
Legislative Advocacy Events/
Meetings
Breakfast • Complimentary foursome
at annual golf outing
• Full page ad in Connections
• Four Complimentary tickets to
the annual State of Kankakee
County Breakfast
Book
• Included on the Future Leaders
• Includes benefits from of Kankakee County tour agenda
other tiers
• Pop up ad on website
Wednesday, Oct. 24 • 7:00 - 9:00 am • 1/2 page ad in Connections Book
• Includes benefits from other tiers
Knights of Columbus
187 S. Indiana Ave., Kankakee, IL
BUSINESS BUSINESS BASIC
Tickets: $25 • Table for 8: $160 • Enhanced Profile Listing on • Complimentary online profile
Chamber website on Chamber website
Register at: www.kankakeecountychamber.com • Complimentary listing on our • Access to Chamber Eblast
shop small/local web page program
• Enhanced Shop Small • Access to Member Center
promotion
• Unlimited job postings on
• Quarter page ad in the Chamber website
Connections Book
• Access to Membership
• Includes benefits from Mailing Directory
Basic Tier
FOR PRICING & QUESTIONS?
Please Contact Barbi Watson atbwatson@kankakeecountychamber.com
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WIN a diverse group of women devoted
to fostering professional and personal
relationships for the empowerment and
Chambers of Commerce are stronger than ever. By joining, you get members-only development of women through specific
perks, exclusive advertising and network opportunities, and a whole lot of exposure programming and community service
for yourself and your organization. Get on board and see the difference!
opportunities. At our events, women from
various businesses and life stages meet to
discuss issues pertaining to women. We
VISIBILITY encourage all women, regardless of age, to
It’s not just who you
know, it’s who others
know. Networking is
powerful. Stand out and get join us as we create lasting friendships.
noticed in your
NETWORKING
community
LEARNING
Get a competitive edge
over non-members with
exclusive training
opportunities on a
variety of hot topics.
EXCLUSIVE
Raise your reputation
MEMBER BENEFITS through membership.
CREDIBILITY
HAVE
A VOICE COMMITTEE MEMBERS
DISCOUNTS
Increase contact and Increase your Mimi Barnes Jackie Bruhn
access with elected
officials
purchasing power
through members-only Peoples Bank of Kankakee HomeStar Bank and Financial
discount and perks.* County Services
Mary Thomson Christel Dennison
Hospice of Kankakee Valley Riverside Healthcare
JoAnne Keen Jennifer Draper
Frank’s Appliance Center and First Trust Bank
Sleepsource Julie Phelps
Melissa Tanner CIBC of Illinois
CSL Behring Sandi Cianci
Jan Glazar Kankakee County Circuit Clerk
Harvest View
kankakeecountychamber.com Rhonda Olechowski
The Daily Journal
CONNECT WITH US TODAY 200 E Court St. Suite 710, Kankakee, IL 60901 • 815.351.9068
*members-only discounts vary
10 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 11
Get Connected
Business Before
KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
The right choice for you
and your family.
Presence St. Mary’s Hospital is an award-winning medical center
recognized for offering comprehensive care in the following areas:
• Emergency Care
• Advanced Imaging & Testing
7:30 - 8:30 AM
• Family Birthing Suites
• Orthopedics
• Cardiovascular Services
2018 BUSINESS BEFORE HOURS DATES • Cancer Care
Jan. 25 April 25 Oct. 31 • Urology
Feb. 21 May 30 Nov. 28
March 28 Oct. 3
For additional information call
877.737.4636 or visit
For more event information, 500 West Court Street www.presencehealth.org/stmarys-kankakee
visit kankakeecountychamber.com/events
Kankakee, Illinois 60901
12 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 13
Let’s build your network
For more event information, visit kankakeecountychamber.com/events
KANKAKEE VALLEY
CONSTRUCTION CO. INC. LOCAL NEWS
Excavating where you want it,
Sitework
Underground Utilities
when you want it.
Asphalt Paving Print | Digital | Online | Mobile
Brent Davis Concrete Paving
1511 N Convent St.
4356 W. Rte 17
Ste. 1000, Bourbonnais
Kankakee, IL 60901
(815) 523-9151 Phone: 815-937-8700
14 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 15
Get Connected
Business After
A M B AS S A D O R S
People do business with people they know. With the assistance of our
Ambassadors, the Kankakee County Chamber gives you opportunities to
meet other businesses and consumers in the community at a variety of
H urs
KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
chamber-sponsored events.
Sarah Andreina Erika McGrath
Homestar Bank The Daily Journal
Taylor Bennett Shannon Moore
McColly Bennett Main Source Bank
Bridget Bouck Dr. Scott Nims
McColly Bennett Koehler Chiropractic Sports and Rehab
Rich Bouzek Emily Outsen
Innovel McColly Bennett Realestate
Tiffany DeRocco Emily Poff
United Way of Kankakee United Way of Kankakee County
and Iroquois Counties Lisa Ravesloot
Katy Draper Express Employment
McColly Bennett Sara Schoon
Kris Junge Rotary Club of Kankakee
Midland States Bank Erika Schultz
Jan Glazar
Harvest View
Riverside HealthCare
Mary Smith
5:30 - 7 PM
Amy Gorecki Wall Street Financial Group
Riverside HealthCare
Deb Laskey
Robert Warmbir
Hertz Farm Management
2018 BUSINESS AFTER HOURS DATES
People’s Bank of Kankakee County Mike Wright Jan. 5 April 12 Oct. 4
Jim Mancuso Wright Solutions
First American Bank Feb. 15 May 3 Nov. 1
Amanda Martinez March 15 Sept. 20
People’s Bank of Kankakee County
For more event information,
For more information please contact:
ambassador@kankakeecountychamber.com
visit kankakeecountychamber.com/events
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More local
high school grads
CHOOSE KCC
than any other
college.
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KANKAKEE C G
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Get Started Here!
www.kcc.edu/future/start • 815-802-8500
GEORGE
RYAN JR.
INSURANCE
GROUP INC.
719 N Convent St,
Bourbonnais, IL
Phone: 815-936-0075
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18 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 19Get Connected
Member to Member Collaboration Matters
WORKING TOGETHER
MEMBER TO MEMBER DISCOUNTS
When you’re a member of the Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce you
don’t have to look too far for a new client or customer. Through our website you
can offer an incentive to your fellow chamber members and take advantage of • Kankakee County Day in Springfield
the best network around. • Legislative reception
To add your business to the Member to Member program email • State of Kankakee Breakfast county October 24, 2018
Laura Siemsen at lsiemsen@kankakeecountychamber.com or log in to
your Member Information Center and upload your deal at your convenience.
Register at kankakeecountychamber.com
20 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 21Get Connected
Power Hours We are multimedia storytellers
POWER HOURS IN 2018 ARE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES:
Jan. 17 April 18 Oct. 17
Feb. 28 May 16 Nov. 14
March 21 Sept. 19
To register please visit www.kankakeecountychamber.com
If you’d like to present at a Power Hour please contact
CEO Barbi Brewer-Watson at bwatson@kankakeecountychamber.com
Photography . Videography . Animation
For more event information, visit kankakeecountychamber.com/events www.ravenspringcreative.com
yourstory@ravenspringcreative.com | 630-315-2010
22 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 23WHO WILL
BE THE NEXT
NOV 24
2018
SHOP LOCAL
AND SAVE
NOVEMBER 15, 2018
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FOR THE BEST DEALS VISIT
kankakeecountychamber.com/shop-small-saturday
Ticket price is $30.00 per person FOR MORE Barbara Brewer-Watson President and CEO
INFORMATION Kankakee County Chamber of Commerce
and $240 for a table for 8 CONTACT: 200 East Court Street, Suite 710 • Kankakee, IL
24 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 252017
PROUD
Leadership &
MEMBER 2018 Management
of the 2017
Institute
Kankakee
County
Chamber
of Commerce
Presented by:
815-936-7600 Presented by:
www.PeoplesBankDirect.com
26 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 27Get Connected
Great strength. More heart.
Growing with you since 1881.
2018 Annual Dinner Midland States Bank provides clients with resources to help them achieve their
financial goals. We truly care about our customers’ goals and financial
successes, because when our customers succeed, we succeed. We do this one
conversation, one transaction and one handshake at a time. Midland States Bank
will remain a community bank because the community is at the heart of our
values and we understand what it means to have great strength and more heart.
TECHNOLOGY Nine Kankakee Area Locations
& INNOVATION Visit www.midlandsb.com for full location information.
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AMBASSADOR 1-855-MY MIDLAND | 1-855-696-4352
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PRESIDENTS • Beecher • Dwight • Kankakee
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NORTHFIELD SQUARE MALL • 1600 N ST. RT. 50, BOURBONNAIS, IL 1613 N State Route 50 Bourbonnais, IL 60914
For more information, visit kankakeecountychamber.com or find us on
28 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 29DESIGN DEVELOPMENT APPS 2018 Events at a glance
January February
5 - Business After Hours 3 - Bourbonnais Chocolate tour
11 - WIN Meeting 8 - WIN Meeting
17 - Power Hour 13 - Leadership & Lunch
20 - Taste Fest 15 - Business After Hours
25 - Business Before Hours 21 - Business Before Hours
28 - Power Hour
LMI Begins
May June
3 - Business After Hours 7 - WIN Meeting
10 - WIN Meeting
16 - Power Hour Future Leaders of Kankakee
30 - Business Before Hours County
Helping businesses create lasting relationships by
telling their story through innovative marketing, Bradley Shop Small Event
creative branding, and custom web development.
September October
12 - WIN Meeting 3 - Business Before Hours
App Custom Internet
19 - Power Hour 4 - Business After Hours
Graphic Design Web Design 20 - Business After Hours 10 - WIN Meeting
Development Software Marketing
17 - Power Hour
YPN Lunch with the Mayors 24 - State of Kankakee County
Breakfast
linkpointmedia.com 31 - Business Before Hours
815.214.9845
30 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 31Get Connected
DON’T LET ACHES AND
PAINS STOP YOU!
March April
8 - WIN Meeting 12 - Business After Hours
15 - Lucky Connections 12 - WIN
21 - Power Hour
28 - Business Before Hours
18 - Power Hour
25 - Business Before Hours
For appointments,
call (815) 802-7503!
Kankakee County Day in
Springfield
517 E North Street | Bradley, IL 60915 BEAUTIFUL HOMES AT
AFFORDABLE PRICES
July August
- Kickoff Dinner 9-10 - Global Leadership Summit
Proudly serving the
26 - MSMF Preview Night 24 - Golf Outing
Kankakee County Community
for over 50 Years!
Personal Banking • Home Loans
Business Solutions • Wealth Management
(815) 935-7052
288 N Main St.
November December Bourbonnais
(815) 935-7000
1 - Business After Hours 5 - Annual Dinner and Awards
101 Meadowview Center
8 - WIN Meeting 8 - Downtown Kankakee Winter Kankakee
14 - Power Hour Wander
15 - Forty Under Forty 13 - WIN Holiday Luncheon
www.FirstAmBank.com
28 - Business Before Hours
Member FDIC
32 KANKAKEE COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 2018 MEMBERS CONNECTIONS GUIDE 33(815) 933-1771
Executive Centre
200 E. Court St., Suite 608
The people and science of CSL Behring save Kankakee, IL 60901
lives around the world. We develop and www.bpc-cpa.com
deliver innovative specialty biotherapies,
helping people with life-threatening
conditions live full lives.
CERTIFIED PUBLIC
SERVICES PROVIDED ACCOUNTANTS
For more • Audits, Reviews, & Compilations Dan Borschnack
information • Tax Preparation Paul Pelletier
about CSL job
• Tax Planning Jim Borschnack
opportunities
please visit our • Bookkeeping Services Brian Creek
Careers site at: • Quick Books® Consulting Bob Sikma
Kristin Stojcevski
cslbehring.com/careers
Jessica Witvoet
29 Heritage Dr,
Bourbonnais, IL 60914
Phone: (815) 929-9381
375 Main St NW,
Bourbonnais, IL
Phone: (815) 929-1110
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