The Chamber

335 S. Main Street, Lower Level BMO Harris Bank • Bartlett, IL 60103 (630) 830-0324 info@bartlettareachamber.com www.bartlettareachamber.com OFFICE HOURS Monday through Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.

BARTLETT AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE | 2020 bartlettare a chamber.com 40 MISSION STATEMENT The Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to creating a thriving and vibrant business community through promoting and supporting local businesses, organizational, and individual members. As a voluntary membership organization, the Chamber’s goal is to foster and promote business in Bartlett, Hanover Park, and the surrounding communities by providing networking opportunities, educational seminars, marketing, community involvement and partnerships to member businesses, organizations, municipalities, community groups, and individuals. The Chamber is pleased to provide this 2020 Business/Community Resource Guide as an important and valuable resource, featuring the many benefits and services the Bartlett and Hanover Park Area have to offer. As a not-for-profit organization, the Chamber is dedicated to promoting the growth and retention of existing businesses and strives to enhance the value for every member. A dedicated staff and a committed Board of Directors work together in their commitment to make Bartlett and Hanover Park better communities for all. The Board is comprised of all volunteers who work closely to form partnerships at all levels – the Park Districts, Village Government, the Libraries, the School Districts, and Police Departments. The Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce encourages all local businesses to learn more about our organization and to take advantage of the membership benefits available. The Chamber refers business and promotes member products and services through an interactive website, advertising opportunities, and sponsorship of events that bring Chamber members and the community together. There are a number of ways to become involved in the Chamber’s mission and to bring business and voice into the heart of our local economy.

BENEFITS OF MEMBERSHIP • WEBSITE LISTING: Includes contact information, website link, and business description • BUSINESS/COMMUNITY RESOURCE GUIDE LISTING: Annual publication distributed to nearly 15,000 households & Businesses • RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES: Grand Openings and anniversaries celebrated to promote member businesses • EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES: Seminars are scheduled on relevant topics including social media, marketing, and how to grow a business. • ADVERTISING AND SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES • UPGRADED LEVELS OF MEMBERSHIP: Offers additional business exposure and benefits • MULTI-CHAMBER EVENTS AND PROGRAMS • WEEKLY E-BLAST: Introduces new members, keeps members informed of Chamber and community events, functions, and opportunities • MARKETING OPPORTUNITIES: E-blasts, sponsorships, advertising publications, volunteer and committee opportunities to provide visibility for your business • NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES: Monthly networking events, ribbon cuttings, educational opportunities, Expos • VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES: Board of Directors, Ambassadors, committee involvement, and special event opportunities • MEMBERSHIP AMBASSADOR COMMITTEE: Mentors and introduces new members at various events • LEADS GROUP: Networking opportunity to grow your business – Category Exclusive • COMMUNITY SPECIAL EVENTS AND PROGRAMS: Promote the business community and provide business and partnership opportunities • SOCIAL MEDIA MARKETING: Posts via Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn about events and opportunities • BUSINESS EDUCATION SERIES: Casual networking gatherings with informative speakers • PROFESSIONAL, STAFFED OFFICE: Providing referrals, publicizing information about member business and community services, and promoting “Shop the Chamber” • REFERRALS: Chamber staff refers ONLY Chamber members • CREDIBILITY: Membership adds a dynamic level of credibility to your business. • JOB POSTINGS: No charge on the Chamber website • MEMBER TO MEMBER DISCOUNTS: Offered for members, families and employees • SCHOLARSHIP OPPORTUNITIES: Available to family members and employees • MEMBERSHIP IN THE ILLINOIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

CHAMBER EVENTS • AFTER HOURS AND NETWORKING NIGHT OUT • CASINO ROYALE: Held annually • February 7, 2020 @ Moretti’s Ristorante & Pizzeria • BREAKFAST WITH THE VILLAGE: Held annually in mid-May • CHAMBER VS. VILLAGE SOFTBALL GAME: Held annually in mid-August • CHAMBER GOLF OUTING: Held annually • June 18, 2020 • STEAK FRY: Held each September • FALL MULTI-CHAMBER PROGRESSIVE LUNCH & EXPO: Held each October • TASTE OF THE TOWNS: Held each November • MONTHLY GOOD MORNING NETWORKING • HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING: Held each December • HOLIDAY LUNCH: Held each December • RIBBON CUTTINGS AND GRAND OPENINGS • MULTI-CHAMBER LUNCHEONS AND EVENTS • MULTI-CHAMBER EXPOS • SMALL BUSINESS WORKSHOPS & RESOUCE FAIRS See the website at www.bartlettareachamber.com for dates!

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT The Bartlett Area Chamber of Commerce supports the communities of Bartlett and Hanover Park through our involvement in community events. • NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: This great community event sponsored by the Bartlett Police Department offers members the chance to interact with residents of all ages. • BARTLETT HERITAGE DAYS: The Chamber is proud to support this community-wide fall festival. • HOLIDAY TREE LIGHTING: A partnership with the Village of Bartlett and the Bartlett Park District makes this annual holiday event one to look forward to!

CHAMBER BOARD & STAFF

STAFF  NANETTE GUDENKAUF President/CEO  MARY BETH SMITH Vice President Vice President

EXECUTIVE BOARD  CHAIRMAN: PAM GARVEY Ace Relocation Systems, Inc.  PAST CHAIR: MICHELLE SARWAS Bark Avenue Day Camp  TREASURER: KEVIN LESCH Árachas Group  GAIL TOBIN Hanover Park Branch Schaumburg Township District Library EXECUTIVE BOARD Schaumburg Township District Library

DIRECTORS  KEVIN SWAN The Art of Shooting  SCOTT MAINELLIS Up & Running Systems  KATELYN MUCCI ReMax All Pro The Watsons  JEANETTE DESJARDINS Crank It Media DIRECTORS Crank It Media

ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS  PEGGY O’HARE VANCE O’Hare’s Restaurant&Pub  JORGE PHILLIPS Elgin Community College ASSOCIATE DIRECTORS Elgin Community College

BOARD REPRESENTATIVES  BOB O’BRIEN Hanover Park Park District  SCOTT SKRYCKI Village of Bartlett  ROSLYN SCHMALTZ Bartlett Public Library District  SHUBHRA GOVIND Village of Hanover Park  LYNSEY HEATHCOTE Bartlett Park District  MARY FERGUS School District U-46 BOARD REPRESENTATIVES School District U 46

LEGAL COUNSEL  AARON REINKE • Attorney at Law LEGAL COUNSEL  AARON REINKE Attorney at Law