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EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
Sharon Spero
Chairman
Money Mailer of Fox Valley
Ryan Anderson
Vice Chairman
HighWire Network
Tory Haines
Treasurer
Haines & Associates
DIRECTORS
Mike Algrim
First National Bank
Dave Broz
Railside Citrus Insurance Agency
Debbie Gurley
Miscella Real Estate
Bill Johnson
BMO Harris Bank
Pete LaSalle
Creative Business Authority
Steve Martin
First State Bank
Bill Papp
P & F Business Advisors, Inc.
Renee Raymond
Wunderlich Securities, Inc.
Christopher Schejbal
AAA Schejbal Insurance Agency
Ex-officio
CHAMBER STAFF
Jim Di Ciaula
President & CEO
Business Development
Johanna Kistner
Special Events & Marketing
Craig Lee
Membership Retention
Kirsten Marr
Administrative Coordinator
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PLATINUM MEMBERS
GOLD MEMBERS
Inland Bank
SILVER MEMBERS
Club Pilates
Knox Allstate Insurance Agency
The Pride Stores of St. Charles
The Sanctuary Healing Gardens & Spa
West Valley Graphics & Print, Inc.
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The St. Charles Chamber
of Commerce is an inclusive and active membership organization that helps its members grow their businesses, their business knowledge, and business connections.
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Vision Statement
Building a vibrant and prosperous community through business leadership
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Stay Connected with the Chamber
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What's Happening At The St. Charles Chamber?
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Chamber News
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Stay tuned for more details on how the Chamber will help celebrate National Small Business Week!
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*Click on the images below for more information and to register*
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THIS AD SPACE COULD BE YOURS!!
Contact the Chamber Office for more information on Purchasing Ad Space for our May Newsletter.
Phone: 630.584.8384
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Talk it Up Tuesday
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Membership Success Seminar
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CIBC After Hours Mixer
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Cruise Nite
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Member Referral Program
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Click on the Link below to learn more about the Chamber's New Member Referral Program! 
Member Referral Program |
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WBC Progressive Luncheon
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Young Professionals St. Patrick's Day Mixer
McNally's Pub
109 W. Main Street
St. Charles, IL 60174
Leading up to the St. Patrick's Day Weekend The Young Professionals hosted their Annual St. Patrick's Day Mixer at McNally's Pub. The YPC partnered with the Realtor Association of the Fox Valley which made the networking opportunities endless! There were appetizers, cash bar, good company and energy from everyone who attended.
Thank you to everyone who attended and our AMAZING SPONSORS!
Main Event: State Bank of Geneva
Appetizer Sponsor: Solutions Networking
Drink Sponsor: Mantes Insurance
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WBC Fashion Show
Hotel Baker
100 W Main St, St. Charles, IL 601740
With Spring right around what better way to show off your jeans and a cute top than at the WBC Fashion show. Jeans and Cute Top Shop was the featured designer of the evening, and Jill Card who is the owner showed off her Spring collection on many of our beautiful models who happen to be on the WBC.
Thank you to our Lunch Sponsors!
Illinois Velocity Restoration
IHT Wealth Management
Mary Kay Cosmetics
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Ribbon Cutting
Primrose School of St. Charles
1940 Bricher Road
St. Charles, IL - Illinois 60174
The St. Charles Chamber of Commerce celebrated Primrose School of St. Charles ribbon cutting on Saturday March 24th. Mayor Raymond Rogina was able to attend along with other chamber staff like President & CEO Jim Di Ciaula and Chairman of the Board Sharon Spero.
Many family members and Primrose staff were able to attend and help celebrate this success.
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Businesses of the Month
Pheasant Run Resort & Spa
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Pheasant Run Resort & Spa
4051 E. Main Street
St Charles, IL 60174-5201
(630) 524-5020
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McNally's Heating & Cooling
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McNally's Heating & Cooling
707 Colomba Ct #102
St. Charles, IL 60174
(630) 363-9067
www.mcnallyhvac.com
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MARKETING SERVICES
VoyagerNetz Delta LLC
1330 Brook Str #L
St. Charles
(331) 222-7748
www.voyagernetz.com
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ORGANIZATIONS-CHARITABLE
Greater St. Charles Education Foundation
PO Box 1366
St Charles
(847) 894-4478
www.stced.org
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SAFETY TRAINING
Sensible Safety Source LLC
PO Box 369
La Fox
(630) 777-5260
www.sensiblesafety.net
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Thursday, April 12th
4-5pm
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Ribbon Cutting
Club Pilates
142 S. 1st Street
St. Charles, IL 60174 |
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Tuesday, April 17th
7:30-8:30am
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Talk It Up Tuesday
Chamber Board Room
216 Riverside Avenue
St. Charles IL 60175 |
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Thursday, April 19th
8:30am
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Membership Success Seminar
Chamber Board Room
216 Riverside Avenue
St. Charles IL 60175
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Thursday, April 19th
4:30-6:00pm
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After Hours Mixer
CIBC Banking Center
24 S 2nd St, St. Charles, IL 60174
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Tuesday, April 24th
5-8pm
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Cruise Nite
Riverside Ave
St. Charles, IL
(Car Entrance at Walnut & Second Ave)
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Thursday, April 26th
11:00am-1:00pm
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WBC Progressive Networking Luncheon
Royal Fox Country Club
4405 Royal and Ancient Drive
St. Charles
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Monday, April 30th
7:30am-8:30am
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National Small Business Week
Power Hour Breakfast Hour
Chamber Board Room
216 Riverside Avenue
St. Charles IL 60175
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Tuesday, May 1st
6:30-8:00pm
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National Small Business Week
Marketing Tools to Target Consumers
St. Charles Public Library- Carnegie Community Room
1 S. 6th Ave.
St Charles, IL 60174-2105
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Thursday, May 3rd
4:30-6:00pm
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National Small Business Week
Metro Self Storage Salsa Tasting Mixer
Metro Self Storage
2623 Lincoln Hwy
St. Charles, IL 60174
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Friday, May 4th
3:30-5:00pm
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National Small Business Week
Open House @ Chamber Office- Lottery Tree Winner Announced
Chamber Board Room
216 Riverside Avenue
St. Charles IL 60175
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See What's Going On With Chamber Businesses
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Thank you to Lewis from LDJ for referring Re/max- Lorrie Van Hiel
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Hot Deal
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April
Refer a new member- both chamber member and new member get a
$25 chamber gift certificate.
Contact the Chamber Office at 630-584-8384 for more information or how to sign up.
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*Must mention this ad when applying, For New Members only.
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Redeemable at over 150 Chamber Businesses!
St. Charles Chamber Gift Certificates
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Purchase multiple gift certificates in $5 denomination from $10 through $25. To view where to purchase gift certificates and a list of participating merchants click link below
Shop Local - Available All Year Long
Purchase at the St. Charles Chamber Office, Blue Goose Super Market, and City of St. Charles Municipal Bldg.
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Talk it up Tuesday's
Please join our chamber President & CEO, Jim Di Ciaula on April 17th
at 7:30 a.m. at the Chamber Offices along with your fellow chamber members, to share ideas and insights on relevant topics facing your business at Talk it Up Tuesdays. This months topic for discussion will be you are your brand, and why it's important to build your professional brand. If you have suggestions for future topics, please email Jim at
This is a no cost program, however we will ask members to register in advance to reserve their seat at the table. Talk it Up, as this is a great opportunity to share and learn from each other.
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What's. Your. Why. for Joining the Chamber?
Chris Schejbal- AAA Schjebal Insurance Agency
| "After owning and doing business in St Charles for close to 20 years, it wasn't until I opened a 2nd business, that I realized that it was time for me to get more involved in the community. I then joined the Chamber Membership Committee and became a Board Member and joke with my family that some day I'll run for Mayor! The sense of community that we have in the Fox Valley is unlike other areas, & this is apparent when you see the amount of 2nd, 3rd, & 4th generation families that continue to live & prosper here. I'm proud to be a part of it." |
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St. Charles Public Library
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St. Charles Public Library Promotes Small Business Week
For over 50 years, the Small Business Administration (SBA) has been supporting entrepreneurs and small business owners by hosting National Small Business Week. In conjunction with the national program, St. Charles Public Library is hosting several programs scheduled for the week of April 29 to May 5, 2018. Program topics focus on social media, financial concepts and library resources.
Start Using Video for Small Business
YouTube can be a valuable marketing tool for your small business. Videos can increase your business' social media outreach and enhance your brand. Virginia Weiskopf, CEO of Weiskopf Consulting, shares the basics of YouTube and how to make it work for your business on Wednesday, May 2,6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Financial Concepts for Small Business Owners
This workshop focuses on managing the financial aspects of your business, including the three reports required for a business plan (budget, income/expense, and cash flow), and a short explanation of a balance sheet. Join Ute Westphal, SBDC, on
Thursday, May 3, 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Business-focused Library Services & Colonial Lunch
Learn how to find sales leads, access software training and what tools are available when Business Librarian Chris Flood demonstrates library resources on Friday, May 4, 12 - 1:30 p.m. Enjoy free, delicious wraps and salads from Colonial Café. Registration required.
For questions or to register, call 630-584-0076 x215, or to contact business reference librarian Chris Flood, email:
[email protected]
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