Post on 20-Sep-2020
March/April
2017
IN THIS ISSUE:
PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
President’s Message ………....…2 Page
Member Information
New members……………....… 4 Page
Community Events ………........ 5 Page
Chamber Events
Business After Hours ….8, 9,10 &
11Page
Photo Gallery……………....6 & 7 Page
Heath & Safety Expo………. 12 Page
March/April Calendar…....13 Page
The Networker is a publication
of the
Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce.
5120 Museum Drive
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
(708) 424-8300
Fax (708) 229-2236
www.oaklawnchamber.com
office@oaklawnchamber.com
Mission Statement:
“The Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce works to represent and advance the Oak Lawn business com-
munity, striving with constant integrity, fairness and cooperation to promote and improve the eco-
nomic atmosphere, business climate and image of Oak Lawn.”
Welcome 2017 Board of Directors
Oak Lawn Chamber Members and supporters gathered on Saturday, January 21st at the Hilton Chicago-Oak Lawn to honor the 2017 Officers and Directors during the 71th Annual Installation Dinner.
The evening began with cocktails, followed by opening
remarks from emcee, Anne Marie Casey of Annie’s, and Instal-
lation of the Board of Directors.
Chamber member Mike Abdallah of Style 95 was rec-
ognized as the 2016 business award winner. Congratulations
Mike!
The Installation of the 2017 Board of Directors was lead
by Mayor Dr. Sandra Bury. Incoming President, Adam Wood-
worth of The Oak Lawn Children’s Museum spoke about his
upcoming role and the importance of being involved in the
community.
The Chamber would like to thank all the Board Mem-
bers for volunteering their time to make this Chamber success-
ful
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2017 Officers and Directors
President
Adam Woodworth (The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn)
1st
Vice President
Vicki Scanlon (Standard Bank)
2nd
Vice President
Kevin Mathers (KGM Home Inspection)
Treasurer
Dr. Katie Narbone (Complete Vision Care)
Secretary
Erin Foley (Oak Lawn Public Library)
Immediate Past President
Larry Lehman (Southland Accounting &Tax)
Term Expiring 12/31/17
Carmen Abascal (I Love Blue Pencils)
Peggy Burke (First American Bank)
Joe Cwiklinski (Century 21 Affiliated)
Bernard Deir (Midwest Business Consulting)
Kathleen Farrell (Oak Lawn Bank & Trust)
Will Gilliam (Advocate Christ Medical Center)
Jim Makina (Allegra Print & Marketing)
Ginger Morgan (Thompson & Kuenster F.H.)
Don Murphy (American Family Insurance)
Greg Greiman (Hayes Local Marketing)
Charlie Shirk (Hilton Chicago/Oak Lawn)
Term Expiring 12/31/18
Mike Abdallah (Style 95 Barber Shop)
Paul Belsky (St. Xavier University)
George Cachares (Fyzical Therapy & Balance Center)
Phil Costello (Oak Lawn Park District)
Dr. David Finkelstein (Oak Lawn Foot & Ankle)
Eileen Kerlin-Walsh (Law Office of Eileen Kerlin-Walsh)
Jose Pareja (JP Architects, Ltd.)
Steve Radice (Village of Oak Lawn)
Mike Riordan (Oak Lawn Community High School)
Jeff Reynolds (Nothing Bundt Cakes)
Mike Sutko (World Travel Mart)
Chamber Staff
Julie Miller - Executive Director
Jennifer Villafan - Administrative Assistant
President’s Message
When I took office as your 2017 President, many
people have asked me what I hoped to accom-
plish this year. I can sum it up in one word: val-
ue. The Children’s Museum in Oak Lawn has
been a chamber member for over a decade and
I’ve learned three things during that time about
how to receive the best value for our member-
ship.
First, you’ll want to show up. Simply joining the chamber is great, but if
you want to get more referrals from other chamber members, you have
to be in front of them. They need to know who you are. Chamber
events like the afterhours, the luncheons, the ribbon cuttings, the golf
outing and the Lunch-and-Learns are great ways to meet other business
professionals.
Second, you’ll want to get involved. Showing up is important and that
gets people to know who you are and what business you represent.
But, why stop there? If you join just one of our many chamber commit-
tees, you’ll have an opportunity to engage people at a deeper level. A
great first committee to get involved with is our Shop Small Saturday
committee or our Membership Directory committee.
Finally, don’t expect the magic to happen overnight. Business profes-
sionals don’t attend luncheons to make sales to each other. We attend
the luncheons as part of the relationship building process. I might run
into someone a week after the luncheon who says, “I could use profes-
sional carpet cleaner for my business, do you know anyone?” I’m going
to say, “Yes, as a matter of fact, I just had lunch with Orville last week.
Expert Carpet Cleaning is his business. Give him a call.”
Our chamber sets up the opportunities to help you network and build
the relationships you need to see your business grow. Put in the time
and you won’t be disappointed with the results.
Adam Woodworth
Chamber of Commerce President
Follow The Chamber!
www.oaklawnchamber.com
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2017 Bonanza Raffle on Sale! Each ticket price is $10 and four winners are picked each month: one $100 winner, one $50 winner and two $25 win-ners.
Buy now! 44 chances to win
with each ticket!
Congratulations to winners
January $100 Vicki Scanlon
$50 Dr. David Finkelstein
$25 Oak Lawn Community High School Dist 229
$25 Frank G. Meile, CPA
February $100 Webb Chevrolet
$50 Frank Meile CPA
$25 Adam Woodworth
$25 Bud Stalker
2017 CHAMBER
Ambassador Meetings
Business After Hours
Luncheon
Lunch & learns
Multi Business After Hours
New & Perspective Breakfast
Ribbon Cutting Ceremonies
State of the Village Address
Please check the calendar on page 13
or the Chamber website for time and
location. All events are posted on our
website: www.oaklawnchamber.com
Your Chamber at a Glance
Business to Business About 2 weeks ago on a Saturday night we had 2 of our roof heaters go out at the Oak Lawn VFW. It was 55 degrees in our banquet hall and we had a party booked that night. Joe Stachon, our quartermaster, called around 15 different heating and air conditioning places around the Oak Lawn area using a Google search. Every one of them said they couldn't get out until Monday. Joe then grabbed the Chamber directory that was on his desk and called Chicagoland Heating and Air Con-ditioning who is in the book as a Chamber Member. They came out within the hour and had us up and running before the party started. They then ordered parts and had a perma-nent fix in place by the end of the week. I just wanted to pass this note along to say that we are grateful to Chicagoland Heating and Air Conditioning for helping out the Oak Lawn VFW. We are proud members of the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce.
If you had a good experience with another chamber member tell us your story so we can let everyone know!
Business of the Week Email Blast Program—Spots
Available for 2017
Member of the Week email blast program.
Designed to put YOU in the spotlight, this program
allows information about your business, upcoming
events, specials, and more to be sent to nearly 1000+
registered email subscribers. You can even include
logo, photos, even links to your website!
These blast go out each Monday and spots are re-
served in advance and taken on a first come, first-
served basis. The cost to participate is $25 a week.
If you are interested in one of these Monday Blasts,
please contact the Chamber office for a schedule.
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Andromeda Technology Solutions
Mike Matariyeh
16624 W 159th St Suite 600
Lockport, IL 60441
815-836-0030
www.WeNetwork.com
Cosme Landscape & Maintenance
Traci or Jackie
11546 S Austin
Alsip, IL 60803
708-636-6720
www.cosmelawncare.com
Exit Realty Redefined
Roger Jenisch
6161 W 95th St
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
773-682-8771
www.exitrealtydefined.com
First Secure Bank & Trust
Scott Hamer
10360 S Roberts Rd
Palos Hills, IL 60465
708-430-5000
www.firstsecurebank.com
H & D Maintenance
George Dempsey
9748 S Brandt Ave
Oak Lawn, IL 60453
708-636-2757
Mass Interact
Paul Duffy
10115 S Fairfield Ave
Chicago, IL 60655
773-851-8101
www.massinteract.com
WELCOME TO OUR
NEWEST MEMBERS
Business of the Week at the
Oak Lawn Farmers’ Market
Summer is just around the corner, and
once again the Village of Oak Lawn will
host a Farmers’ Market beginning
Wednesday, June 7th at Cook and Dumke
Drive, outside the Oak Lawn Public Li-
brary.
Again this year, the Chamber will offer a
spot for a member per week to be our
featured at the Chamber table. Spots will
be reserved on a first-come, first-served
basis. Reservations will open on April
3rd . The cost to reserve the spot will be
$25.00. (The market is open rain or shine,
so the fee is non-refundable.)
NOTE: The business must provide
their own table and chairs. They are
welcome to bring a tent. The Chamber
has a tent available for use (at no charge)
however, the business is re-sponsible for
transport, set-up and take down of the
tent.
For more information, contact the Chamber
office. (708) 424-8300 or
office@oaklawnchamber.com
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COMMUNITY EVENTS
LUNCH
& LEARN
When: Wednesday, April 19th
Time: 11:30 Networking & Lunch
12:00 Presentation
Where: Oak Lawn Public Library, Downstairs
Topic: “Drive New Business with Social Media – Guide to Successful So-
cial Media Marketing”
Saturday March 4th &
Sunday March 5th
Journey To Wholeness
9501 New England
One Year Anniversary Celebration
12:00 PM—6:00 PM
Are you unsure about which wellness service is best for your
personal growth, health and healing? Join us for a weekend of
high vibrational energy and fun! Admission is Free! Saturday
March 4th & Sunday March 5th 12pm to 6pm 9501 New Eng-
land Ave. Oak Lawn, IL www.journeytowholeness.org
708.634.3664 Spots Fill
Fast.
Saturday March 4th 8:00AM-3:00PM
Southside Baptist School is having a Fundraiser Resale in the
school gym 5220 W 105th St
Friday March 10,17 8:00PM Saturday March 11,18 -
8:00 PM Sunday March 12,19 3:00PM
Oak Lawn Park District Production of Joseph and the Amazing
Technicolor Dreamcoat
$23 adults $22 for children 12 and under , Seniors 60 and
over. For more information
Or to buy tickets 708-857-2200
Wednesday, March 15th 9:00AM-2:00PM
Southside Baptist School is having an open house 5220 W
105th St
Friday, March 24th
Breakfast With Yours Legislators
Belvedere Chateau 8055 West 103rd Street Palos Hills, IL
7:30 AM—7:45 Registration & Networking
Join members of the Southwest Conference of Mayor
to meet with our Area State legislators to hear an update
on issues affecting our region,
Saturday, April 1
Oak Lawn Park district Dog’Gone Easter egg hunt bring your
pooch and join the Oak Lawn Park District at their new Easter
egg hunt for dogs 9910 S Melvina 10:00-12:30PM for more infor-
mation visit www.olparks.com
Saturday, April 8
Oak Lawn Park District Stoney Creek Golf Course Annual East-
er egg hunt that includes an age-segmented, search for eggs
For more information please call 708-857-2200
Tuesday, April 11
South Side Baptist School
5220 W. 105th St.
Family Fun Night
Join us for an open house event.
Pulled pork and sides will be served along with some fun for
everyone!
Entertainment will include face painting, jump house, crafts and
games.
Please come and enjoy the fellowship, the food, and the family!
Saturday, April 15
Skate with the Easter bunny 11:30 AM- 1:00 PM at the Oak
Lawn ice arena 9320 S Kenton for more information
708-857-5173
Friday April 21, Saturday April 22, Sunday April 23
The Oak Lawn Art Commission is hosting its first “pop-up” art
exhibit at Art Clay World 4535 Southwest Highway deadline
for submission is March 15, 2017
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Business After Hours
Clancy’s Pizza Pub
February Luncheon
Installation Dinner
CHAMBER PHOTO GALLERY
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CHAMBER PHOTO GALLERY
Business After
Juicy Luzy
Ribbon Cutting Raising Cains
Business After
Gilda’s Club
Ribbon Cutting Jersey Mike’s
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Business After Hours ~ March Eileen Kerlin Walsh
RSVP HERE
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Business After Hours ~ March Multi-Chamber
RSVP HERE
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Business After Hours ~ April Nothing Bundt Cake
RSVP HERE
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Business After Hours ~ April Mercy Circle
RSVP HERE
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Click Here for Registration
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26 27 28 Executive officers Meeting
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March 2017
April 2017
April 5th Business After Hours Nothing Bundt Cake 5:00-7:00PM 10912 S Cicero Ave Oak Lawn, IL 60453 April 8th Annual Health & Safety 9:00Am-1:00PM Oak Lawn Hometown Middle School 5345 W 99th St April 11th Chamber luncheon Hilton Oak Lawn registration 11:30 AM Lunch 12:00 April 19th Lunch & Learn Oak Lawn Public Library Downstairs registration 11:30 presen-tation starts at 12:00 April 25th Executive meeting 10:00 AM Chamber Office April 27th Business After Hours Mercy Cir-cle 5:00-7:00 PM 3659 W 99th St Chicago,
Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat
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4 5 BAH Nothing Bundt Cake
6 7 8 Annual Health & Safety Expo
9 10 11 April Luncheon
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16 17 18 19 Lunch & Learn
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23 24 25 Executive Officers Meeting Ronald McDonald
26 27 BAH Mercy Circle
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March 8th Ambassador Committee Meeting 10:00 AM Corner Bakery 9621 S Cicero Ave March 8th Business After Hours Eileen Ker-lin-Walsh Law 5:00-7:00 PM 11301 S Harlem Ave March 14th Chamber luncheon Oak Lawn Community High School 9400 Southwest high-way 11:30 Registration 12:00 Lunch March 22nd Business After Hours Multi Chamber (Hayes Local Marketing, KGM Home Inspections, Zeal Wellness) at Oak Lawn Met-ra Station 5120 Museum Dr 5:30-7:30 PM March 28th Executive officers Meeting 10:00 AM Chamber Office