Update - August 2024

L E A D | IN F LUENCE | IMPACT Visibility & Connections That Matter

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BUILDING BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS

August 2024 | Volume IX | No. 4

IN THIS ISSUE 4Fall Campaign for Energy Co-Op 4’Shoes, Brews & Biz - Oct. 3 4Chamber Job Fair

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IN THIS ISSUE 7

Chamber Job Fair To Be Held August 27 Job Board Also Good Resource for Filling Open Positions

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RISE Springfield Update RISE Speed Networking is Back!

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‘Shoes, Brews & Biz Features Local Fare Mark Your Calendar and Plan to Attend

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Kern Hired as Administrative Assistant

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Electronic Certificates of Origin Available Through The Chamber

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Small Businesses Celebrated / Recognized Award Recipients Announced at June Event

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2024 Corporate Cup Challenge Results Event Sold Out for Second Consecutive Year

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Business Resources Available Through Illinois Chamber of Commerce

FEATURES 4

ON THE COVER CORPORATE CUP CHALLENGE

Message From the CEO Actively Participate in Your Community

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Annual Elected Officials Reception Set for September 25

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Energy Co-op Can Save on Utility Costs Fall Campaign Sign Up Starts in September

MEMBER RECOGNITION 5

Tiered Investors

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Ribbon Cuttings

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Welcome to Our New Members

INDUSTRY FOCUS FOOD & RETAIL 22

Category Listings

The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce 501 E. Capitol Ave., Suite A | Springfield, Illinois 62701 217.525.1173 | www.gscc.org 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.

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The Chamber held its Corporate Cup Challenge Golf Outing on July 18 and July 19. Heartland Bank and Trust Company 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 18.

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 Accountability Community Dedication Integrity Leadership Teamwork

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ACTIVELY PARTICIPATE IN YOUR

MESSAGE FROM THE CEO COMMUNITY Wooden It Be Lovely. These remarkable individuals recognized community needs in Springfield and dedicated themselves to improving the lives of many through their unique organizations.

Mike Murphy President and CEO One topic I’m passionate about is the significance of actively participating in our community instead of merely living in it.

A meaningful way to engage is through nonprofit organizations. Here in Springfield, we are fortunate to have a wealth of both national and local nonprofits where residents can truly make a difference.

At our Small Business Awards each year, we honor a Non-Profit CEO of the Year. Over the past two years, we have celebrated local leaders Molly Berendt of Compass for Kids, Inc., and Margaret Ann Jessup of

I am continually inspired when I speak with leaders in the nonprofit sector; I always learn something new about their missions.

While I may think I understand what they do, I often discover they accomplish so much more than I realized. For instance, at United Way’s upcoming Kickoff Rally on Thursday, September 5, attendees will assemble 250 personal hygiene kits for local seniors. These kits will be distributed to clients of Senior Services of Central Illinois. United Way believes everyone deserves to live with dignity and confidence, and by providing these selfcare kits, they aim to support the health and well-being of individuals aged sixtyfive and older in Sangamon and Menard Counties. This partnership ensures that our community members have access to essential items they need.

Leadership Springfield 2024 is just around the corner, and one aspect I find particularly beneficial for both participants and the community is their engagement with local nonprofits.

Participants will be divided into groups; each assigned a project from one of our nonprofit organizations. Over the fourteen-week program, they will collaborate to find solutions for their assigned nonprofit and present their findings at the final meeting.

I encourage you to explore our Business Directory on our website, which features a dedicated section for nonprofits: https://business.gscc. org/list/ql/family-community-nonprofit-30. I’m confident you’ll find several organizations that resonate with you and offer meaningful opportunities to contribute. It’s so much more fulfilling to be an active part of a community rather than simply living in it.

Chamber’s Core Functions Advocacy

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.

Business Resources & Support

We connect local businesses to resources that address specific needs, protect their businesses, and increase opportunities for growth.

Leadership & Professional Development

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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TIERED INVESTORS Summit Level

2024 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Executive Committee Chair Kayla Edwards...........................Express Employment Professionals Chair-Elect Tyler Cormeny..................................... O’Shea Builders 1st Vice Chair Mylas Copeland......Green Toyota Volkswagen Audi Vice Chair Jennifer Call...................................................... TROXELL

Leadership Level

HSHS Medical Group Foundation Level

Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. Visionary Level

Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc. Express Employment Professionals Premier Level

U.S. Bank

Vice Chair Kevin Corbin.............................................Edward Jones Secretary/Treasurer Josh Shugart...............................................................KEB Immediate Past Chair Sharon Riechers.....................................................BUNN

At-Large Directors Kathyy Battee-Freeman.............University of Illinois Springfield Brent Borah....................................Bank of Springfield Chris Bullock............................... Capitol Media Group Jeff Dillman..............MASCO Packaging & Industrial Supply, Inc. Mark Donovan..............................................................INB

Catalyst Level

Anna Evans.......................................... Memorial Health

Bank of Springfield KEB PNC Bank Sikich LLP

Josh Flanders....................... Buzz Bomb Brewing Co.

Executive Level

Angela Nguyen......................................... Horace Mann

BUNN Carrollton Bank CEFCU Security Bank, s.b.

Warren-Boynton State Bank 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.

Chamber Mission: Enhance our members’ success and advocate on their behalf.

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Ronda Folkerts............................Hanson Professional Services Inc. Matthew Fry........................ HSHS St. John’s Hospital Jeff Large.....................Crawford, Murphy & Tilly, Inc.

Erica Riplinger............. Brown, Hay & Stephens, LLP Kim Staff....................................................... Staff Carpet Cal Thomas.........................................Springfield Clinic

Appointed Director Bryan Gleckler....Lincoln Land Community College

GSCC STAFF Mike Murphy........................................President & CEO Lisa Schafer...........................................VP - Operations David Earhart............................VP - Member Services Teri Hill..............................Advertising Representative Melissa Horn......................................... Events Manager Olivia Lohse.................................. Young Professionals Program Manager Kristin Kern........................... Administrative Assistant

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ANNUAL ELECTED OFFICIALS RECEPTION SET FOR SEPTEMBER 25

The Chamber and presenting sponsor, Mercury Public Affairs, are providing Chamber members with a unique opportunity to interact face-to-face with our elected officials at the annual Elected Officials Reception. This informal event will be held on Wednesday, September 25 from 5-7 p.m. at Panther Creek Country Club, located at 3001 Panther Creek Dr.,

A list of attending elected officials will be updated regularly on our website.

As a benefit of membership, this event is only open to Chamber members and their employees. This event is made possible through the generous support of our presenting sponsor, as well as Premier Sponsor Springfield Sangamon Growth Alliance, and Partner Sponsor INB.

Springfield, Illinois.

As the voice of business in the greater Springfield area, The Chamber hosts this reception so that members have easy access to those elected officials who work on issues that impact our local businesses, and to encourage members to participate in the political process. The Chamber’s advocacy efforts give members a stronger voice in the policies that impact economic opportunity and the quality of life in Sangamon County and surrounding areas.

Cost to attend is $25 per person, and members can register online at The Chamber’s website, www.gscc.org. Complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar will be available.

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PRESENTING SPONSOR

PREMIER SPONSOR

PARTNER SPONSOR

CHAMBER JOB FAIR TO BE HELD AUGUST 27

JOB BOARD ALSO GOOD RESOURCE FOR FILLING OPEN POSITIONS Members of The Chamber, like other businesses nationally, are seeing unprecedented staffing shortages. The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce has two resources to assist members with filling their positions with quality candidates.

PRESENTING SPONSOR

The Chamber will hold a Job Fair on Tuesday, August 27 from 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. at the Crowne Plaza Springfield Convention Center.

The event will be promoted via print, radio, and social media extensively to bring quality candidates in front of employers.

Companies frequently report high satisfaction with their results from Chamber job fair events, including strengthening their talent pool and/or hiring new employees.

PREMIER SPONSOR

The event will be promoted via LinkedIn and Facebook, and The Chamber is also partnering with the Land of Lincoln Workforce Alliance at Illinois workNet Center and other workforce partners to promote the event to job seekers. Members can secure a booth for $250 when registering online at www.gscc.org.

PARTNER SPONSOR

SIU Medicine

The Chamber also has a Job Board that is a resource for members as part of their Chamber investment. Postings reside on The Chamber website, www.gscc.org, and are also posted to The Chamber’s Facebook page. To post a job, login to the Member Information Center. If you don’t know your login credentials, contact the Chamber at admin@gscc.org.

Design House by Staff 1915 W. Iles Ave Springfield, IL 62704 www.designhousebystaff.com

CHAMBER JOB BOARD

EXCLUSIVE BENEFIT OF MEMBERSHIP The Chamber’s Job Board can connect you with talented job seekers in just a few clicks. To post an open position, login to the members’ only section on the Chamber website, enter the details of the opening, the length of time the post should be viewable, and then submit it for approval. The posted jobs will be listed on the Chamber’s website and shared automatically on our Facebook page.

Only member businesses can post available jobs, but anyone visiting the website can view the postings. The link to view job postings can be found at the top of the Chamber home page, www.gscc.org, or under the Business Resources tab.

If you need login credentials, use the link on the login page or contact The Chamber at (217) 525-1173 x201.

Staff Carpet 304 W. Browning Rd Springfield, IL 62707 (217) 528-4879 www.staffcarpet.com

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RISE SPRINGFIELD UPDATE RISE ELECTED OFFICIALS PRE-EVENT - SEPTEMBER 25

RISE TITLE SPONSOR

RISE with Elected Officials is an event for young professionals being held just prior to The Chamber’s Elected Officials Reception.

RISE SPEED NETWORKING IS BACK! RISE SPEED NETWORKING - SEPTEMBER 18 The RISE Speed Networking Event is where young professionals have the opportunity to make as many relevant connections as possible. Attendees can share their professional backgrounds and current goals while building partnerships with future collaborators.

The event is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, September 18 at Arlington’s Catering & Historic Venue. The main speed networking program will take place 3:30 – 5:00pm and a reception will follow from 5:00 – 6:00pm. Space is limited to the first fifty (50) young professionals who register, so be sure to register as soon as possible to save your spot! The cost to attend is $25 per person.

This RISE event will provide Springfield’s young professionals the opportunity to hear from the Mayor of Springfield, Misty Buscher, and learn more about getting involved in public service.

This event will be held on September 25 from 4:00 – 5:00pm in the lower level of the Panther Creek Country Club. The cost to attend is $5 per person.

Afterwards, attendees who are Chamber members are welcome to head upstairs to attend The Chamber’s Elected Officials Reception. See page 6 of this publication for more details.

UPCOMING EVENTS

PRESENTING SPONSOR

RISE Speed Networking Event September 18, 3:30 – 6pm Arlington’s Catering & Historic Venue

RISE Elected Officials Pre-Event September 25, 4 – 5pm Panther Creek Golf Course

RISE GOLF SKILLS CAMP RECAP At its Golf Skills Camp, RISE young professionals started their day by honing their golf skills and brushing up on their golf etiquette!

Young professionals learned techniques for putting, chipping, and driving during the event.

RISE’s Give & Take Professional Clothing Drive

RISE Springfield would like to thank SCHEELS for sponsoring this event, as well as our Golf Professionals Brian Anderson from Bank of Springfield and Becca Ramirez and Evan Sambursky from SCHEELS for leading our golf skills stations.

RISE & Shine

October 11, 11am – 7pm (Clothing Donation Day) October 12, 9am – 3pm (Clothing Pick-up Day) LLCC, Trutter Center

November 6, 7:30 – 8:45am Springfield Clinic, Allen Building Community Room

PRESENTING SPONSOR

RISE Holiday Party December 17, 4:30 – 7:30pm TBD

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‘SHOES, BREWS & BIZ FEATURES LOCAL FARE MARK YOUR CALENDAR AND PLAN TO ATTEND ‘Shoes, Brews & Biz will be held on Thursday, October 3 at the LRS Hangar from 5:00 – 9:00 pm. This event will highlight our area’s restaurants, breweries, and other small businesses.

For a small fee, attendees can taste a variety of craft beer and horseshoes while perusing products and services offered by our Chamber members.

Attendees can purchase a chance to win a $1,000 along with having a rare opportunity to tour the car and motorcycle collection owned by Dick Levi, of Levi, Ray & Shoup, Inc. We still have spots available to participate in the business expo. Early Bird Registration of $150 is still going on but won’t last long. This price will include your table, two chairs and two tickets to participate in the ‘Shoes & Brews! Pricing will increase after September 5!

PRESENTING SPONSOR

PREMIER SPONSORS

CORPORATE SPONSORS

Attendees can purchase tickets in advance or at the event.

The price of your ticket includes samples of all horseshoes and 4 drink samples. Additional drink tickets can be purchased at the event.

Tickets to attend the event are only $20 each, and those purchased prior to September 26 will be mailed in advance.

You can also purchase tickets at the event for $25 each.

To register for this event, go to www.gscc.org or for more information contact Melissa Horn at 217-525-1173 x216 or by email at mhorn@gscc.org.

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Thursday, October 3 5:00 - 9:00 pm LRS Hangar

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

BLOOM WINE BAR & FLORALS

2 S. Old State Capitol Plaza, Springfield, IL 62701 (217) 370-6137

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF CENTRAL ILLINOIS-ADMIN OFFICE 430 W. Jefferson St., Springfield, IL 62702 (217) 544-0548

DEL’S POPCORN SHOP

IMPACTLIFE

3013 Lindbergh Blvd. Suite A, Springfield, IL 62704 (217) 698-8552

2801 S. 10th St., Springfield, IL 62703 (217) 753-1530

INDIYA’S CONSIGNMENT BOUTIQUE

JACK MCNAMARA’S PAR FORE LOUNGE

3069 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703 (217) 720-1377

7036 Kingsmill Court, Springfield, IL 62711 (217) 697-5026

KIDZEUM OF HEALTH AND SCIENCE

KNIGHT’S ACTION PARK & SPLASH KINGDOM - BIG SURF

412 E. Adams St., Springfield, IL 62701 (217) 971-4435

1700 Knights Recreation Drive, Springfield, IL 62711 (217) 546-8881

For more information on these businesses, please visit our Business Directory at www.gscc.org.

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RIBBON CUTTINGS

ROCHESTER ESTATES SENIOR LIVING

SHANGRI-LA DISPENSARY

4817 N. Oak Hill Road, Rochester, IL 62563 (217) 498-6959

3128 S. Dirksen Parkway, Springfield, IL 62703 (217) 679-1568

SPERO FAMILY SERVICES

SPRINGFIELD CLINIC - ENDOCRINOLOGY & NEPHROLOGY

1999 Wabash Ave., Suite 205, Springfield, IL 62704 (618) 242-1070

401 E. Carpenter St., Springfield, IL 62702 (217) 528-7541

YMCA OF SPRINGFIELD - KERASOTES FACILITY 4550 W. Iles Ave., Springfield, IL 62711 (217) 679-1625

Lead • Influence • Impact

4007 Yucan Drive, Springfield IL 217-698-8198 A paint your own ceramics and fired art studio!

Join us for: Relaxing Creative Time Date Nights Birthday Parties Classes

Office Outings Gift Making Private Parties Field Trips

Call, text, or message us on Facebook to reserve your creative time today!

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TOP LAWYERS SPRINGFIELD AREA BASED UPON A SURVEY OF THEIR PEERS

These LEADING LAWYERS have been recommended by their peers to be among the TOP LAWYERS in Illinois.

Matthew J. Cate

Barber Segatto Hoffee Wilke & Cate LLP

217.544.4868 Commercial Litigation; Creditor Rights/Commercial Collections; RE: Commercial; RE: Residential

Randy S. Paswater

Barber Segatto Hoffee Wilke & Cate LLP

217.544.4868 Creditor Rights/Commercial Collections; Elder; Family; Trust/Will/Estate

Bernard G. Segatto III

Barber Segatto Hoffee Wilke & Cate LLP

217.544.4868 Close/Private Held Business; Commercial Litigation; Land Use/Zoning/Condemn; RE: Commercial

Randall W. Segatto

Barber Segatto Hoffee Wilke & Cate LLP

217.544.4868 Close/Private Held Business; Elder; Real Estate: Commercial

Barry Hines

Barry Hines — Attorney at Law

217.953.4051 Agriculture; Real Estate: Commercial; Trust/Will/Estate

Michael Glenn Barton

Bellatti Barton Cochran & White LLC

217.793.9300 Agriculture; Close/Private Held Business; RE: Commercial; Tax: Individual; Trust/Will/Estate

Mark S. Cochran

Bellatti Barton Cochran & White LLC

217.793.9300 Agriculture; Environmental; Public Utilities; Real Estate: Commercial; Trust/Will/Estate

Andrew G. White

Bellatti Barton Cochran & White LLC

217.793.9300 Agriculture; Energy; Real Estate: Commercial; Real Estate: Residential; Trust/Will/Estate

Robert A. Stuart Jr.

Brown Hay & Stephens LLP

217.544.8491 Association/Non-Profit; Trust/Will/Estate

Joseph N. Rupcich

Cassiday Schade LLP

217.993.5644 Civil Rights/Constitutional; Medical Malpractice Defense; Personal Injury Defense: General

Sarah Delano Pavlik

Delano Law Offices LLC

217.544.2703 Close/Private Held Business; Trust/Will/Estate

Thomas Chester Pavlik Jr.

Delano Law Offices LLC

217.544.2703 Close/Private Held; Comm Lit; Creditor Rights/Comm Collect; RE: Comm; Secured Transactions

Ashley D. Davis

FeldmanWasser

217.544.3403 Civil Rights/Constitutional; Family

Carl R. Draper

FeldmanWasser

217.544.3403 Civil Rights/Constitutional; Employment: Employee; False Claims Act/Whistle Blower

Howard W. Feldman

FeldmanWasser

217.544.3403 Construction; Family; ADR: Family

Kelli Ellen Gordon

FeldmanWasser

217.544.3403 Family

Stuart H. Shiffman

FeldmanWasser

217.544.3403 Civil Appellate; Criminal Appellate; Criminal Defense: Felonies/Misdemeanors

Stanley N. Wasser

FeldmanWasser

217.544.3403 Construction

James R. Enlow

Gates Wise Schlosser & Goebel

217.522.9010 Bankruptcy: Individual; Bankruptcy/Workout: Comm; Commercial Litigation; Land Use/Zoning

Gordon W. Gates

Gates Wise Schlosser & Goebel

217.522.9010 Bankruptcy/Workout: Commercial; Close/Private Held; Comm Lit; Land Use/Zoning; RE: Comm

Todd M. Goebel

Gates Wise Schlosser & Goebel

217.522.9010 Criminal Defense: DUI; Criminal Defense: Felonies/Misdemeanors; Criminal Def: White Collar

Frederick J. Schlosser

Gates Wise Schlosser & Goebel

217.522.9010 Criminal Defense: DUI; Criminal Defense: Felonies/Misdemeanors

Bradley B. Wilson

Gates Wise Schlosser & Goebel

217.522.9010 Civil Rights/Constitutional; Employment: Employee

Jason E. Brokaw

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Civil Appellate; Employment: Management; Gov/Muni/Lobby/Admin

Creighton R. Castle

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Close/Private Held Bus; Mergers/Acquisitions; RE: Commercial; Tax: Business; Trust/Will/Estate

David A. Herman

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Commercial Litigation; Election/Political/Campaign; Gov’t/Muni/Lobby/Admin; Trust/Will/Estate

R. Mark Mifflin

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Commercial Litigation; Governmental/Municipal/Lobbying/Administrative

Christopher E. Sherer

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Civil Appellate; Election/Political/Campaign; Family; Gov’t/Muni/Lobby/Admin; Trust/Will/Estate

Matthew R. Trapp

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Civil Appellate; Commercial Litigation; Governmental/Municipal/Lobbying/Administrative

Jason R. Vincent

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Criminal Defense: DUI; Criminal Defense: Felonies/Misdemeanors; Family

James W. Chipman

Golan Christie Taglia LLP

217.280.5518 Real Estate: Tax

Thomas G. Hamill

Harrison LLP

217.546.6940 Trust/Will/Estate

James M. Lestikow

Harrison LLP

217.353.1239 Trust/Will/Estate

Larry A. Apfelbaum

Kanoski Bresney

217.523.7742 Workers’ Compensation

Todd A. Bresney

Kanoski Bresney

217.523.7742 Personal Injury: General

William J. Harrington

Kanoski Bresney

217.523.7742 Personal Injury: General

Robert M. Javoronok Jr.

Kanoski Bresney

217.523.7742 Personal Injury: General; Workers’ Compensation

Kathy A. Olivero

Kanoski Bresney

217.523.7742 Workers’ Compensation

John J. Waldman

Kanoski Bresney

217.523.7742 Workers’ Compensation

Jonathan T. Nessler

Law Offices of Frederick W Nessler & Assoc 217.698.0202 Nursing Home Negligence; Personal Injury: General

Stephen Scott Morrill

Morrill & Fiedler LLC

217.789.5411 Governmental/Municipal/Lobbying/Administrative

James E. Neville

Neville Richards Zittel & Siegel LLC

618.277.0900 Medical Malpractice Def; PI Def: General; Prod Liability Def; Transportation Def; Toxic Torts Def

Timothy S. Richards

Neville Richards Zittel & Siegel LLC

618.277.0900 Medical Malpractice Def; Personal Injury Def: General; Products Liability Def; Toxic Torts Def

Cheryl S. Neal

PNC Private Bank

217.753.7130 Trust/Will/Estate

James A. Borland

Quinn Johnston

217.753.1133 Personal Injury Defense: General; Products Liability Defense

Pamela E. Hart

Scott & Scott PC

217.753.8200 Elder; Family; Real Estate: Residential; Trust/Will/Estate

Gregory A. Scott

Scott & Scott PC

217.753.8200 Adoption/Reproductive Technology; Family Appellate; Family; Trust/Will/Estate

Jared M. Scott

Scott & Scott PC

217.753.8200 Family; Trust/Will/Estate

R. Stephen Scott

Scott & Scott PC

217.753.8200 Bankruptcy/Workout: Comm; Close/Private Held; Tax: Business; Tax: Individual; Trust/Will/Estate

Michael M. Durr

Sgro Hanrahan Durr Rabin & Reinbold LLP

217.789.1200 Close/Private Held; Commercial Lit; RE: Associations/Condominiums; RE: Comm; RE: Residential

Jeana Kim Reinbold

Sgro Hanrahan Durr Rabin & Reinbold LLP

217.789.1200 Bankruptcy: Individual; Bankruptcy/Workout: Commercial; Creditor Rights/Commercial Collect

Gregory P. Sgro

Sgro Hanrahan Durr Rabin & Reinbold LLP

217.789.1200 Land Use/Zoning/Condemnation; Personal Injury: General; RE: Commercial; Trust/Will/Estate

Timothy M. Shay

Shay & Associates Law Firm LLC

217.523.5900 Personal Injury: General; Personal Injury: Professional Malpractice; Workers’ Compensation

Michelle L. Blackburn

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Family; Trust/Will/Estate

James G. Fahey

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Civil Appellate; Employment: Management; Personal Injury Defense: General

C. Clark Germann

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Close/Private Held; Comm Lit; Gov/Muni/Lobby/Admin; Mineral/Natural Resource; RE: Comm

Stephen F. Hedinger

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Animal; Environmental; Mineral/Natural Resource

Michael G. Horstman Jr.

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Association/Non-Profit; Close/Private Held; RE: Commercial; Tax: Individual; Trust/Will/Estate

Brian D. Jones

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Banking/Financial Institutions; Close/Private Held Bus; Employee Benefits; RE: Commercial

John A. Kauerauf

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Association/Non-Profit; Close/Private Held Business; Employment: Management

Kirk W. Laudeman

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Medical Malpractice Defense; PI Defense: General; Prof’l Malpractice Def; Transportation Def

James M. Morphew

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Election/Political/Campaign; Governmental/Municipal/Lobbying/Administrative

Lisa A. Petrilli

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Commercial Litigation; Gov/Muni/Lobby/Admin; Land Use/Zoning/Condemn; RE: Commercial

David A. Rolf

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Agriculture; Commercial Litigation; Land Use/Zoning/Condemnation; PI Def: General; RE: Comm

Roger L. Rutherford

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Gov/Muni/Lobby/Admin; Trust/Will/Estate

Peggy J. Ryan

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Family

John R. Simpson

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Tax: Individual; Trust/Will/Estate

Stephen A. Tagge

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Bank/Financial Institution; Close/Private Held; Comm Lit; Cred Rights/Comm Collect; RE: Comm

Joshua J. Watson

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Family

Matthew A. Brewer

Stephen P Kelly Attorney at Law

217.544.8000 Workers’ Compensation

These EMERGING LAWYERS have been identified by their peers to be among the TOP LAWYERS in Illinois who are age 40 or younger OR who have been admitted to the practice of law for 10 or fewer years.

Brittany Kink Toigo

Barber Segatto Hoffee Wilke & Cate LLP

217.544.4868 Family; Tax: Individual; Trust/Will/Estate

Samantha A. Bobor

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Employment: Management; Government/Municipal/Lobby/Admin; Labor: Management; School

Jackson B. Fredman

Giffin Winning Cohen & Bodewes PC

217.525.1571 Civil Appellate; Family Appellate; Family; Governmental/Municipal/Lobbying/Administrative

Gina Couri-Cyphers

Kanoski Bresney

217.523.7742 Personal Injury: General

Benjamin M. Sgro

Sgro Hanrahan Durr Rabin & Reinbold LLP

217.789.1200 Personal Injury: General; Real Estate: Commercial; RE: Residential; Workers’ Compensation

Stephanie I. Shay-Williams Shay & Associates Law Firm LLC

217.523.5900 Personal Injury: General; Workers’ Compensation

Aaron D. Evans

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Close/Private Held Business; RE: Commercial; RE: Residential; RE: Finance; Trust/Will/Estate

Brian D. Lee

Sorling Northrup

217.544.1144 Civil Appellate; Commercial Litigation; Personal Injury Defense: General

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ENERGY CO-OP CAN SAVE ON UTILITY COSTS FALL CAMPAIGN SIGN UP STARTS IN SEPTEMBER Have you looked at your utility bill lately?

Are you concerned about how much you are spending?

Since 2017, The Chamber has partnered 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 24 Chambers of Commerce. The group purchasing power allows members to receive lower rates than they could typically attain on their own.

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.

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.

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 x215 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.

CQI’s 25-plus years of experience with proven results provides

Here For You When Life Changes At CEFCU® Wealth Management, we know you’ve worked hard for your assets. We’re here to help you grow and protect those assets.

From retirement and estate planning to fee based investment management and asset protection trusts, Kevin has over 28 years of experience. He can work with your attorney, accountant, other trusted advisors, and even family members to help ensure your financial well‑being and your legacy.

For more information, go to cefcu.com/wealth or give Kevin a call at 309.633.3836 or 1.800.356.7865, ext. 33836.

CEFCU Wealth Management is a marketing name used by CEFCU. Trust and Investment Services provided

by Members Trust Company, a federal thrift regulated by the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency.

Non‑deposit products offered through Members Trust Company. Not NCUA/NCUSIF/FDIC insured, May Lose Value, No Financial Institution Guarantee, Not a deposit of any financial institution.

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Kevin Barbier, CFP® Trust & Investment Management Officer 309.633.3836

Main Street values. Wall Street expertise.™

KERN HIRED AS ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT

SAVE THE DATE

Kristin Kern joined The Chamber team in July as the Administrative Assistant. In her role, she oversees the day-to-day operations of support to the executive staff and Board of Directors, creates The Brief weekly, assists with events, and performs a myriad of other duties.

Economic Outlook Breakfast November 7, 2024 7:15–8:00 am - Breakfast & Networking 8:00–9:00 am - Program

Lincoln Land Community College Menard Hall 5250 Shepherd Rd, Springfield

Before coming to The Chamber, Kristin worked for the Auburn School District, serving as the Transportation Director.

Kern grew up in Auburn, IL and enjoys spending time outdoors, going to concerts, and spending time with friends and family in her spare time.

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ELECTRONIC CERTIFICATES OF ORIGIN AVAILABLE THROUGH THE CHAMBER Does your company export goods? If so, the country to which you are exporting may require documentation that the goods originated in the United States. You may even be paying penalties at the border that you may not need to pay if you had provided a Certificate of Origin upfront.

A Certificate of Origin is an international grade document attesting that goods in an export shipment are wholly obtained, produced, manufactured, or processed in a particular country.

The Chamber offers online processing of certificates of origin.

What does our electronic certificate of origin provide to you?

• • •

All certification staff is accredited by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) World Chambers Federation AWTCC seal is recognized and accepted by customs worldwide Ensures you have taken all steps to comply with rules, regulations, and international industry best practices

• • • • • • •

Helps you achieve objectives in terms of quality, cost, scheduling, performance All applications are stored online with audit trail, fully searchable database and attachments Ensures your transactions are secure with security background on completed certificates and secure web-based application Reduces shipment delays due to incomplete documentation Online certification saves on couriers, travel, postage, & parking fees Engineered to prevent common errors with repetitive applications—perfect for high volume users Additional services such as legalization available

Fees for members are only $25.00 per document. For more information, visit www.gscc.org/2020/03/11/certificate-of-origin or contact Lisa Schafer at (217) 525-1173 x203 or lschafer@gscc.org.

Get a Handle on Check & ACH Fraud Checks and ACH payments continue to be high-value targets for fraud. To safeguard your business, it’s crucial to secure your financial transactions. Positive Pay from UCB is designed to do just that.

Positive Pay from UCB: Check Positive Pay: Validate payee information and ensure names match on check images and issued check files ACH Positive Pay: Define rules for pre-approved ACH activity and identify suspicious transactions with customizable filters Account Reconciliation and Custom ACH Reporting: Streamline your workflows and maintain accurate records To learn more about the proactive and cost-saving benefits of Positive Pay for your business, visit with a UCB Banker today!

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SMALL BUSINESSES CELEBRATED / RECOGNIZED AWARD RECIPIENTS ANNOUNCED AT JUNE EVENT

The Chamber’s annual Small Business Awards, presented by Hickory Point Bank, was held on June 18, and four local businesses received the prestigious awards. At the event, 47 nominees representing 37 businesses were recognized for their outstanding achievement in four different business categories. Nearly 500 people attended the event.

NOT-FOR-PROFIT DIRECTOR

NEW & EMERGING BUSINESS OWNER

MARGARET ANN JESSUP

ASHLEY STRIPLIN

WOODEN IT BE LOVELY (217) 606-5307 www.woodenitbelovely.love

DABBLE (217) 971-6781 www.dabblespringfield.com

The mission of Wooden It Be Lovely is to offer hope, love, and resources while assisting women survivors heal from lives of poverty, addicition, and abuse. This is done by providing a meaningful job, housing, resources, education, and a community of support.

Dabble is a DIY-arts-and-crafts studio that offers individuals the opportunity to engage in art on a casual, walk-in basis. While Dabble offers classes and instruction, the goal is to provide people the artistic freedom they would have if they were crafting in their own home.

SMALL BUSINESS OWNER

LIFETIME AWARD BUSINESS OWNER

FRAN ABBOTT & SHANNON MCAULEY

RICHARD H. LEVI

SCOOP DU JOUR (217) 697-8327 www.scoopdujour.net

Scoop Du Jour is a community-focused, full-service coffee, pastry and ice cream shop. The company’s vision is to expand the space and offer even more fun and unique food and beverage samplings.

LEVI, RAY & SHOUP, INC. (217) 793-3800 www.lrs.com

Headquartered in Springfield, LRS is a global technology leader with more than 900 employees across North America, Europe, Asia, and Austrailia. They provide IT / Engineering staffing, Enterprise Output Management software, Pension Administration software, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, AI / Analytics, Website Development and hosting, and Small Business Tech Services to small and large companies alike.

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2024 CORPORATE CUP CHALLENGE RESULTS EVENT SOLD OUT FOR SECOND CONSECUTIVE YEAR

Presenting Sponsor

The Chamber’s Corporate Cup Challenge was held on July 18 and 19 at Piper Glen Golf Club. Fifty four teams participated over the two day event that featured great ‘Chamber of Commerce’ weather both days. The teams that earned 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place in the Championship and Second Flights, as well as the On Course Contest Winners, are listed below.

Championship Flight 1st Place – Heartland Bank and Trust Company (scorecard playoff) Jasen Best*, Jake Erickson, Mike Miller, Quin Wadkins 2nd Place – Bank of Springfield Brian Anderson*, Meredith Anderson, Greg Marantz, Hannah Marantz 3rd Place – Security Bank Paul Antonacci*, Mark Beck, Jake Giganti, Marc Maslauski

Second Flight 1st Place – Identi-Check, Inc. (scorecard playoff) Micah King*, Connor Bennett, Vince Burchi, Dominic Lograsso 2nd Place – Medics First (scorecard playoff) Greg Chance*, Todd Baker, Derrick Hahn, Tom Putney 3rd Place – Solomon Colors (scorecard playoff) Adam Solomon*, Zackery Fox, Brent Lake, Ben Prevett * Team Captain

On Course Contests Winners (Name & Team) Closest to the Pin Hole 4 – Rick Carr (Bank & Trust Company) Hole 8 – Andy Lunt (MASCO) & Becca Ramirez (SCHEELS) - tie Hole 12 – Meredith Anderson (Bank of Springfield) Hole 15 – Luke Weakly (Clock Tower Community Bank) Longest Drive Hole 2 (Men’s) – Eric Mantel (U.S. Bank – Team 2) Hole 14 (Women’s) – Lauren Hall (INB) Longest Putt Hole 6 (Men’s) – Mike Musser (Health Alliance) Hole 18 (Women’s) – Hannah Marantz (Bank of Springfield)

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1st Place Team in the Championship Flight Heartland Bank and Trust Company.

BUSINESS RESOURCES AVAILABLE THROUGH ILLINOIS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Greater Springfield Chamber members have access to Illinois Chamber member pricing for business and HR webinars, seminars, and conferences.

ILCC Business Services Division webinars provide trusted, upto-date content for keeping HR professionals and business owners knowledgeable about current trends in employment and labor law, and technology.

The presenters are Illinois attorneys and Illinois experts who work in the fields they teach.

When registering, be sure to select that you learned of the seminar or webinar through the Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce.

To view the seminars and webinars that are available, visit The Chamber’s website (gscc.org). Under the Member Services drop down menu, select Member Savings.

Please call

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WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS MAY & JUNE

For more information on our new members, please visit our Business Directory at www.gscc.org.

Angle Coaching & Communication LLC

Petersburg Pharmacy

Beerlahai Roi Women’s Ministries

Potbelly Sandwich Works #571

Blackwell Digital, LLC

The Railyard

CASSCOMM Advertising

Sablotny Cabinetry & Design

Eastland Independent and Assisted Senior Living

SP Creativity Springfield Carriage Company

Gruening Health & Wealth Hilst Enterprises, Inc. DBA Vyper Illinois College

Tower Loan of Springfield Veterans Assistance Commission of Sangamon County

Maldaner’s Restaurant

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Member Information Center (MIC) Exclusive online marketing tool

Members have their own web page on the Chamber’s website where they can: • • • • •

Submit News Releases, Events, Job Openings and Hot Deals Add links to member social media Include business description, website & map link Update member profile and representative info Access business resources

Experts believe a unique advantage of being a member is how your listing on The Chamber’s website positively impacts your Search Engine Optimization (SEO).

Login at www.gscc.org. To obtain login credentials, click the link on the login page or call The Chamber at (217) 525-1173.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS FOOD & RETAIL Category Listings

To locate a member in any of these categories, please visit our Business Directory at www.gscc.org.

Antiques

Hardware - Retail

Arts & Crafts

Home Decor - Inside or Outside

Bakeries, Donuts and Pastries

Ice Cream & Frozen Desserts

Bars & Taverns

Jewelers

Beverage Distributors

Liquor Stores

Bird Seed, Feeders & Nature Gifts

Mattresses

Boutiques

Meal Preparation Services

Breweries, Wineries and Distilleries

Meat - Retail or Wholesale

Cannabis - Recreational

Meat Packers

Carpet & Rug Dealers

Music Store

Catering

Pawn Brokers

Chocolate/Candy Shops

Popcorn

Cigar Stores

Produce Distributors

Clothing

Rental Stores

Clothing - Men’s

Resale Stores

Clothing - Women’s

Restaurants

Coffee - Gourmet

Restaurants - Bar & Grill

Coffee Houses

Restaurants - Deli or Sub Sandwiches

Consignment - Services and Shops

Restaurants - Ethnic

Cookies

Restaurants - Fast Food

Department Stores

Restaurants - Mexican-American

Distributors - Food Service & Institutional

Restaurants - Pizza

E-Cigarettes and Vaporizers

Retail - Home Decor

Flooring & Furniture Dealers

Retail Stores

Florists

Shoe Stores

Food - Wholesalers & Distributors

Shopping Centers & Malls

Food Trucks

Thrift Shops

Furniture - Hand Painted or Repurposed

Tobacco Products - Retail

Furniture Dealers

Vending Machines

Gift Shops

Wine Bars

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Providing the Greater Springfield area turnkey EV charging solutions designed to serve local businesses. evenergygroup.com

The Greater Springfield Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner with the EV Energy Group as our preferred provider for members interested in installing electric vehicle charging stations.

Having EV Energy as a preferred provider puts 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.

For more information or to discuss your options with charging stations, please contact John Truckenbrod, EV Energy Group at (312) 806-2357 or john.truckenbrod@evenergygroup.com.

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