Friday, November 20, 2015

Who Are You?

Mystery Member of the Week




DuPage Medical Group operates on the principal that physicians – not administrators – make the best decisions for patient care. With this in mind, we make sure that the physicians caring for you are of the highest caliber. Our team of more than 450 physicians boasts board-certifications in over 50 specialties, ranging from cardiology to orthopedics. Of these physicians, more than 165 are fellowship-trained in their specialty. DMG also employs more than 70 mid-level providers (Advanced Practice Nurses and Physician Assistants) and over 90 licensed Physical and Occupational therapists. We’re the largest independent, multi-specialty physician group in Illinois, and we take pride in treating each patient with personalized care. You can find our providers at more than 60 locations in the Chicagoland area – meaning that expert care is always available when and where you need it. 
Learn more about our care team and find a provider that’s right for you by visiting the Our Teampage.

Friday, November 13, 2015

Who Are You?

Mystery Member of the Week:


We are a local family-owned business specializing in siding, windows, gutters, aluminum soffit, and fascia covering since 1966.

We take pride on our quality craftsmanship and the excellent products we have available. Our Company is fully licensed, bonded, and insured. We have thousands of satisfied customers in the area and a full-time staff to accommodate any questions you may have.

Our Showroom features several window, siding displays and samples.

Awards

We have received numerous business awards, including the Distinguished Service Award, The President's Award and the Dick Busse "Business of the Year" from the Westmont Chamber of Commerce.

Many industries have also presented us with awards, including Craftsmanship in Installing Siding from Wolvarine Vinyl Siding Company three years in a row. CertainTeed and Variform have also recognized our company for superior service to homeowners.

To find out more about Barry Aluminum, visit their website

Monday, November 9, 2015

IL Chamber: Government Affairs Report



Budget Negotiation Meeting

Gov. Bruce Rauner has called a meeting with legislative leaders on Wed., Nov. 18. An interesting twist is that this meeting will be public. So the media can attend. While there is speculation that little will come of a meeting that includes TV cameras, it is nonetheless a meeting.


Unemployment Insurance Talks

Negotiations on unemployment insurance reform continue at the Capitol. The Chamber will bring you details as soon as there is movement to report.

Government Consolidation Panel

Illinois Chamber President and CEO Todd Maisch participated in a panel that included Sen. Linda Holmes and Lake County Chairman Aaron Lawler to discuss local government efficiency and consolidation efforts. This panel was part of the first-ever Transform Illinois conference held in Chicago. The conference focused on current efforts to increase government efficiencies, and what needs to happen in the future.


Procurement Summit in Springfield

We still have room for few more people at the Chamber's procurement summit on Tues., Nov. 17 for anyone interested in state government's buying process. Seasoned veterans of state procurement as well as businesses interested in how to access state procurement opportunities will appreciate hearing from the speakers:
  • Ellen Daley, CPO for General Services
  • Lorri Lawton, CPO for Capital Development Board
  • Bill Grunloh, CPO for Department of Transportation/Highway Construction
  • Ben Bagby, CPO for Higher Education
It will be held at the Capital City Training Center's lower level conference room, 130 W. Mason St., Springfield.

This is a free event, but anyone interested must register by contacting Staci Wilson, vice president of legislative relations at the Illinois Chamber at swilson@ilchamber.org of 217/522-5512 ext 234.


Staff Changes

The Chamber is pleased to announce that Katie Stonewater is joining us as the executive director of the Energy Council. Stonewater most recently worked in the private industry for a female-owned small business that supports multi-million dollar government contracts. 

Before that, she focused on energy and telecommunications issues for Gov. Pat Quinn, helping to run the Biofuels Investment Working Group, and she handled energy policy legislation for Cong. Jerry Costello in Washington D.C. Her knowledge and experience on energy issues will be invaluable. Please help us welcome her aboard!


For more information about the Illinois Chamber of Commerce 
and other government updates, visit:

Friday, November 6, 2015

Chamber630's Newest Affinity Program

Chamber630 is excited to introduce our newest strategic partnership. 




As we are always searching for ways to maximize the value of your Membership in Chamber630, we’re proud to introduce Century Energy Solutions, an A Rated Better Business Bureau energy consulting company based in Downers Grove.

With over 100 years of collective experience in the local electricity and natural gas markets they are now working on behalf of YOU, Chamber630 Members. Century Energy Solutions will design energy strategies for you that insure, as a Chamber630 Member, you will pay the lowest prices available.  This is done by working with many suppliers, leveraging numbers and allowing them to compete for your business. 


For information on lowering your energy costs, call Mike Hyman 630-817-3164 or email chamber630@centuryenergysolutions.com

Who Are You?

Mystery Member of the Week (11/6)

Exterior Design Improvements




EDI (Exterior Design Improvements) has been serving the city of Chicago, and it's western suburbs, for over 25 years. We specialize in roofing, siding, windows, gutters, soffit and fascia, doors, and insulation.

Quality, reliability and customer satisfaction have made us one of the leading contractors in the area. With a 77% overall referral base (89% for 2011), our satisfied customers are our greatest advertising. This referral base has allowed us to do little advertising keeping our prices lower, where you like to see them. We provide a unique mix of pricing, quality, and service - we believe that no one else can compare...

Find out more about Exterior Design Improvements by visiting their website!