LEAD | INFLUENCE | IMPACT August 2022 | Volume VII | No. 4 4Small Business Awards Recipients 4Corporate Cup Challenge Results 4What Does Advocacy Look Like? IN THIS ISSUEUPDATE Business Resources & Support ENERGY CO-OP PROVIDES MEMBERS STABLE PRICING
Since 1897, Memorial has been building stronger communities through better health. What began as a single hospital has grown into a connected network of fi ve community hospitals, a state-of-the-art learning center, over 70 care locations and more than 10,000 colleagues and partners. And while healthcare has changed over the last century, Memorial’s dedication to delivering quality care never will. 5 hospitals 70+ care locations 125 years of service
3ALWAYS BUY CHAMBER UPDATE (USPS 0703 630) is published six times a year by The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce, 501 E. Capitol Ave., Suite A, Springfield, IL 62701. Periodical postage paid at Springfield, IL. POSTMASTER: Send address changes to UPDATE, 501 E. Capitol Ave., Suite A, Springfield, IL 62701. IN THIS ISSUE The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce 501 E. Capitol Ave., Suite A | Springfield, Illinois 62701 217.525.1173 | www.gscc.org Chamber Mission Enhance our members’ success and advocate on their behalf Chamber Vision To be the voice of business and catalyst that promotes a vibrant community and economy What We Value AccountabilityDedicationIntegrityLeadershipTeamwork CORPORATE CUP CHALLENGE ON THE COVER 15129871317 The Chamber held its Corporate Cup Challenge Golf Outing on July 21 and July 22. Security Bank won First Place in the Championship Flight and the right to keep the traveling trophy until next year’s outing. For full results, see page 17.1946 FEATURES Message From the CEO Working Everyday for Chamber Member Businesses Energy Co-op Save on Utility Costs Fall Campaign Sign Up Starts in September Chamber Advocacy What Does It Look Like? 14516 MEMBER RECOGNITION Tiered WelcomeMemberInvestorsCeremoniestoOurNew Members Economic Outlook Breakfast To be held November 10 Small Business Awards Recipients Announced in June Annual Elected Officials Reception Set for September 29 ‘Shoes, Brews & Biz Features Local Fare & Small Businesses Website Advertising Opportunities Provides Great Visibility & Exposure Partnership with EV Energy Group Offers EV Charging Solutions 2022 Corporate Cup Challenge Results Near Record 54 Teams Participated 18 INDUSTRY FOCUS FOOD & RETAIL Category Listings
We offer opportunities for professional growth and leadership development to members and their employees.
Visibility & Connections That Matter We provide marketing, programming and relationship-building opportunities to help members make strategic connections.
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Finally, The Chamber’s Development Policy Council (DPC), a group made up of permitting and zoning officials from the City, County, Regional Planning Commission and local developers and contractors, continues to meet monthly.
The DPC has made great progress recently in having honest communications among these groups that has led to real improvement on permitting and zoning issues. While there’s still much work to be done, I am optimistic that a permitting and zoning process providing timely answers to those wanting to invest in our community can be achieved. Even though I miss the General Assembly, I am in a much better place to help our local businesses provide opportunities for their customers, and more importantly their staff. Thanks for giving me this opportunity.
Chamber’s Core AdvocacyFunctions
FROM THE CEO
WORKING EVERYDAY FOR CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESSESMESSAGE
Business Resources & Support
We connect local businesses to resources that address specific needs, protect their businesses, and increase opportunities for growth.
Leadership & Professional Development
The question I get asked almost daily is “Do you miss politics and being in the General Assembly?”. My answer is always the same. “Yes, I do miss being involved in the process of working as the representative for the people in Springfield and Sangamon County. However, I am now able to work for those same people everyday trying to help the businesses in our communities”. I still attend many of the same meetings that I have been involved with over the last several years, but now it’s in a different capacity. The work that The Chamber does behind the scenes in trying to move our area forward keeps me very busy.
Mike Murphy President and CEO In 2019, as a freshmen member of the General Assembly I was proud to vote for the Capitol Bill that secured needed funding to keep the Springfield Rail Relocation Project moving forward. I now attend the monthly meeting hosted by Hanson Professional Services as one of many community leaders that are working together to ensure this project will meet its goal of being completed by 2025. Another part of the rail relocation project that I have been working on is the MultiModal Transportation Center Café. Several of my former restaurant colleagues and I are working on a food service plan that will provide great offerings for travelers, county workers and the general public. I have also been working with the developers of the Scheels Sports Park, assisting them with communicating what will be needed to get this important project started and completed. This venture can lead to great development, not only in Legacy Pointe but for all of Sangamon County. We just need everyone working together.
As a significant voice of business, we support legislative policies and practices conducive for a thriving business community and local economy, and oppose those that are not.
5ALWAYS BUY CHAMBER Executive Committee MarkChair Donovan ............................................................. INB SharonChair-ElectRiechers BUNN 1st Vice Chair Kayla Edwards Express ProfessionalsEmployment Vice TylerChairCormeny O’Shea Builders JoshSecretary/TreasurerShugart KEB At-Large Directors Roger Austin Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. Kathyy Battee-Freeman University of SpringfieldIllinois Jennifer Boyer Springfield Clinic, LLP Chris Bullock Capitol Radio Group Jennifer Call ..................................................... TROXELL Mylas Copeland Green Toyota Volkswagen Audi Kevin Corbin Edward Jones Dr. Ruby Davis Ruby Funeral Services & Chapel, Inc. Michelle Eccles Horace Mann Anna Evans Memorial Health Josh Flanders ...................... Buzz Bomb Brewing Co. Ronda Folkerts Hanson ServicesProfessionalInc. Angela Nguyen ....... Hospital Sisters Health System Adam Solomon Solomon Colors, Inc. John Staff.....................................................Staff Carpet GSCC STAFF Mike Murphy........................................President & CEO Lisa Schafer...........................................VP - Operations David Earhart............................VP - Member Services Teri Hill..............................Advertising Representative Melissa Horn Events Manager Brianna Yost.........................Administrative Assistant 2022 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Summit Level Chamber Mission: Enhance our members’ success and advocate on their behalf. TIERED INVESTORS Visionary Level Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. Express Employment Professionals Springfield Clinic Premier Level U.S. Bank Leadership Level HSHS Medical Group Foundation Level Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. Catalyst Level Bank of PNCKEBSpringfieldBankSikichLLP Executive Level Warren-BoyntonSecurityCarrolltonBUNNBankCEFCUBank,s.b.StateBank Tiered Investors receive recognition and enhanced services for an additional investment. To learn more, contact Mike Murphy at (217) 525-1173 x205 or mmurphy@gscc.org.
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Additional co-op benefits include having an organization that monitors energy market changes and negotiates on your behalf. The co-op also offers options to obtain up to 100% clean, renewable, wind-powered electricity. Signing up is easy and free to members. If you would like an estimate on your company’s savings, contact David Earhart at (217) 525-1173 ext. 215 or dearhart@gscc.org. For the estimate of savings, companies will need to complete a Letter of Authorization (download at www.gscc.org/member-savings) and provide a recent copy of their utility bill. For questions or specific details, please contact Shelby Dupont with CQI Associates at shelby@cqiassociates.com or (217) 521-9400.
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The Chamber continues to partner with nationally recognized energy management experts, CQI Associates, to administer and manage the Chamber’s Energy Purchasing Cooperative. Competitive rates are obtained by leveraging aggregated usage from members of 23 Chambers of Commerce. The increased purchasing power allows members to receive lower rates than they could typically attain on their own. Unprecedented temperatures, the war and the economy continue to escalate utility prices to historic levels. CQI’s 25-plus years of experience with proven results provides the best option for stabilizing your utility expenses. There is no better time for members to enroll in the Chamber Energy Purchasing Cooperative Program and gain price stability, budget control and peace-of-mind. Since 2004, the Cooperative Electricity and Natural Gas rates have been lower than both market rates and the weighted annual utility standard offer service rates. This benefit is only available to Chamber members who receive their electric and/or natural gas services through Ameren. If your business or organization is a substantial user of natural gas and/or electricity, significant savings can be realized on its annual utility costs.
Tickets are $25 for Chamber members through October 20 and increase to $35 after that date. Table sponsorships are available for $400 and include 8 seats and recognition in the program. To register, go to the Events page at www. Thisgscc.org.event is made possible through the generous support of our presenting sponsor, as well as Corporate Sponsor Hanson Professional Services, Inc., Premier Sponsor Comcast Business, and Venue Sponsor Lincoln Land Community College.
PRESENTING SPONSOR
TO BE HELD NOVEMBER 10 The Chamber and Presenting Sponsor Chase Bank will hold the 2022 Economic Outlook Breakfast on Thursday, November 10 at Lincoln Land Community College. Doors open and buffet begins at 7:15 a.m. with the program from 8:00 - 9:00 a.m. James Glassman, Managing Director & Head Economist, Commercial Banking from JPMorgan Chase Bank will join us again this year to discuss national economic data and trends and their potential impact at the local level. In his role at Chase, Glassman provides market insights to help clients better understand the changing economy and its impact on their business. He also works closely with the firm’s Corporate Sector, including the Chief Investment Office and Investor Relations, as well as the Investment Bank and Government Relations groups, providing financial analysis and research. For additional information about Mr. Glassman, go to www.gscc.org.
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8 TheCHAMBERUPDATE | gscc.org SMALL BUSINESS AWARDS RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED IN JUNE PRESENTING SPONSOR NOT-FOR-PROFIT DIRECTOR ERICA ROMINES COMMUNITY CHILD CARE CONNECTION (217) www.4childcare.org525-2805 Community Child Care Connection has administered the state’s Child Care Assistance Program in nine counties surrounding Springfield for more than 30 years, ensuring families have access to affordable, high-quality services and children are cared for in a safe, healthy, and educational environment in order to reach their greatest potential. The Chamber’s Annual Small Business Awards, presented by Hickory Point Bank, was held on June 14, and four local businesses received the prestigious awards. At the event, 53 nominees representing 33 businesses were recognized for their outstanding achievement in four different business categories. Nearly 440 people attended the event. NEW & EMERGING BUSINESS OWNER LISA DARENBOHANNANBOHANNAN HALLELUJAH HOLIDAY LIGHTING (217) www.hallelujahholiday.com636-3003 Hallelujah Holiday Lighting provides customized, hassle-free holiday lights and decorations with its full-service operation that leases, installs, maintains, removes, and stores holiday lighting for residents and businesses. ANDREA MCLAUGHLIN ROBBIE ROBERT PAMALA ROBERT ROBERT’S SEAFOOD MARKET (217) www.robertsseafoodmarket.com546-3089 SMALL BUSINESS OWNER Robert’s Seafood Market is a fourth-generation, family-owned gourmet food market that selects the finest, most sustainable, local, and global products. The company also offers catering and an exclusive line of olive oils and balsamic vinegars. HOPE HUMPHREY-WALKER HUMPHREY’S MARKET (217) www.humphreysmarket.com544-7445 LIFETIME AWARD BUSINESS OWNER Located on the city’s south side since 1932, Humphrey’s Market specializes in fresh cut meats and produce, along with a deli counter and a full line of groceries. The market’s mission is to continue the family tradition of providing personalized customer service.
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13ALWAYS BUY CHAMBER Myers Commercial Real Estate, Inc. 1 West Old State Capitol Plaza Springfield, Illinois 62701 217-747-0019 Terri Blake Myers Steve Myers Call Us, We Can Help. LET US HELP YOU WITH ALL YOUR COMMERCIAL REAL ESTATE NEEDS. PROPERTY MANAGEMENT-LEASING-SUBLEASING-SALES OR PURCHASE. CALL TERRI BLAKE MYERS OR STEVE MYERS TODAY TO BEGIN THE PROCESS. If Right-Sizing is the Name of the Game for YOU... WEBSITE ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES PROVIDES GREAT VISIBILITY & EXPOSURE The Chamber’s website is a trusted source of credible business information. People visiting the Business Directory on our website have already made an important decision, they are looking for a reputable business in our area. Each month, our site is visited by an average of 4,700 users during 5,800 sessions, with more than 14,000 page views. It is a powerful and cost-effective advertising tool to help new customers find your business. For advertisers, members are both a business to business audience, and business to consumer audience. There are various ‘top of page’ banners, as well as frequencies available. The banners rotate with a maximum of four other businesses…24/7. The Home Page banner gives “Top of Mind Awareness” for your business. The square ad runs on the Home, Event and Business Directory pages. With this option, your ad would be visible on the three most visited pages on our website. The Event Calendars (Chamber and Community), Business Directory Search, or Business Category pages, are available for those businesses who want visibility on a more specific category Thepage.Enhanced Listing is an upgrade over a basic listing and a great way to be found more easily in the online Business Directory under your specific category. It affords you the following: • Priority placement (at the top of your categories) • Company logo • Business descriptions • Unlimited search keywords • Photo gallery • Member mailing list (1/yr. upon request) For more information and reservations, contact Teri Hill at 217525-1173 ext. 208 or thill@gscc.org.
14 TheCHAMBERUPDATE | gscc.org MEMBER CEREMONIESSPRINGFIELD CLINIC (NEW PEDIATRICS BUILDING) 3511 Conifer Dr., Springfield, IL 62711 (217) 528-7541 SPRINGFIELD LUCKY HORSESHOES 1415 North Grand Ave. East, Springfield, IL 62702 (217) 679-3511 STATE FARM INSURANCE - DAMON PRIDDY 2951 Montvale Drive, Suite A, Springfield, IL 62704 (217) 787-5400 TRUSTWELL LIVING OF SPRINGFIELD 2451 W. White Oaks Drive, Springfield, IL 62704 (217) 787-9000 COMMUNITY CHILD CARE CONNECTION 2801 W. Lawrence Ave., Springfield, IL 62704 (217) 525-2805 LAGUNA BRAVA MEXICAN RESTAURANT 2466 Wabash Ave., Springfield, IL 62704 (217) 572-1347 LOSIN’ IT WITH SONJA JONES 5240 S. Sixth St. Frontage Rd. East, Springfield, IL 62703 (217) 529-8355 SHAWN MILLER AGENCY (ALLSTATE INSURANCE) 2959 Lindbergh Blvd., Springfield, IL 62704 (217) 931-9000 For more information on the businesses that held a ribbon cutting or groundbreaking, please visit our Business Directory at www.gscc.org
The Chamber partners with EV Energy Group as our preferred provider for members interested in installing electric vehicle charging stations. This partnership places The Chamber and the entire community at the cutting edge of this emerging industry. EV Energy Group sells world-class software, equipment and media solutions that are ideal for businesses that want to provide charging stations for their customers and/or employees. The company offers a variety of charging stations—including some that feature digital media towers so that businesses can advertise or sell advertising and receive analytics through EV Energy’s “Insights” division. EV Energy Group also helps businesses navigate the waters of claiming the local, state, and federal funds that have been earmarked to support the establishment and growth of electric vehicles and electric charging networks.
Chamber members that choose EV Energy will receive publicity around their decision to install electric vehicle charging stations with a news release and ribbon cutting.
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16 TheCHAMBERUPDATE | gscc.org The Baker Group Bard Optical (Dirksen) Blackwell Digital, LLC Five Star Veterinary Center Laguna Brava Mexican Restaurant Losin’ It with Sonya Jones Midwest Fence Nancy’s Pizza Prairieland FS, Inc. Putman Dental Resource One of Illinois Sangamon Reclaimed Woodworks Company Sean Bull American Family Insurance SpringfieldSpotOnKOAT-MobileJourney Trustwell Living of Springfield Vital Virtual Assistance Wooden It Be Lovely WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS MAY & JUNE For more information on our new members, please visit our Business Directory at www.gscc.org NOW HIRING MANAGERS! Full & part-time employees Locally owned by Paul and Mary Breznay Call (309) 246-4777 Archways to OpportunityEOE EQUIPMENTFOODSQUALITY & CHEMICALSUPPLIES & BEVERAGE WWW.MJKELLNER.COM217.483.1770
18 TheCHAMBERUPDATE | gscc.org INDUSTRY FOCUS Category Listings FOOD & RETAIL Antiques Bakeries, Donuts and Pastries Bars & Taverns Beverage Distributors Bird Seed, Feeders & Nature Gifts MakeDistributorsChocolate/CandyCannabisBoutiques-RecreationalCateringShopsClothing-Women’sCoffee-GourmetCoffeeHousesDepartmentStores-FoodService&InstitutionalE-CigarettesandVaporizersFlooring&FurnitureDealersFloristsFood-Wholesalers&DistributorsFurniture-HandPaintedorRepurposedFurnitureDealersGiftBaskets&ServicesGiftShopsGroceryStoresHardware-RetailHomeDecor-InsideorOutsidesureyourbusinessislistedinthecategories that fit your products and services. Two categories are included with membership. To locate a member in any of these categories, please visit our Business Directory at www.gscc.org . Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts Jewelers Jewelry - Gold, Silver & Costume Lumber - Barn Salvage and Reclaimed Wood Mattresses Meat - Retail or Wholesale Meat RestaurantsPawnMicrobreweriesPackers&WineriesMusicStoreBrokers-ResaleStoresPopcornProduceDistributorsRentalStoresRestaurantsRestaurants-Bar&Grill-DeliorSubSandwichesRestaurants-FastFoodRestaurants-Mexican-AmericanRestaurants-PizzaRetail-HomeDecorRetailStoresShoeStoresToysVendingMachines CEFCU® @ Work Enjoy additional benefits at no cost to you or your employees: FederallybyInsuredNCUA • Low-cost financial products and services • Special savings opportunities at on site events • Free financial education options • Employee Health Savings Accounts (where applicable) • Personal financial service • And more! Contact Business Services today at 309.633.7065 to learn more, or visit cefcu.com/partner.
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• Development Policy Council meetings each month with local businesses and City and County representatives with a goal of advancing pro-business policies related to development in our region.
• Testifying at public meetings and hearings
The Chamber policy agenda provides the definition for what we mean when we talk about advocating on behalf of our members. The Chamber advocates for our members by:
Advocacy is something that is part of the Chamber’s work almost every day. We will always work to ensure that our elected leaders are informed of our position on key issues that are facing the business community in our area.
Following are some examples of how we put into action our policy agenda at the local, state, and federal level.
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• Joining other Chambers across the state in the initiative “All in for Economic Recovery”, monitoring legislation and taking a stand at the State level.
• Working with elected officials, staff, and stakeholders to advance pro-business policies
• Contacting federal representatives on issues important to our membership, most recently to support critical legislation that would make it easier for semi-conductor chips to be produced in the U.S.
• Appearing on local radio and television stations to promote business interests to the community.
• Speaking at City Council meetings regarding local issues.
• Submitting witness slips on issues being heard by the Illinois General Assembly. We also educate members on this process and encourage them to do the same.
• Monitoring, reviewing, and when appropriate, taking positions on proposed legislation and regulations
• Promoting business interests to the media
