THE LINK :: TotalLink2 Community Newsletter, August 2022

Employer Spotlight: Quantum Group

Over the past year, Morton Grove-based Quantum Group has become a popular employer of TotalLink job seekers. TotalLink Employment Specialist Drew Philips connected with Quantum Group, and in May 2021, Stephen became the first of several TotalLink job seekers hired by Quantum.

Quantum Group is a technology-enabled production firm specializing in high-quality digital and offset printing, direct mail, and custom marketing communications in the Chicago area. TotalLink supported job seekers Brian, Stephen, Jason, and Brad (pictured) to land jobs assembling informational brochures and advertisements for Quantum.

“As a supervisor at Quantum Group, working with Jason, Brian, Brad, and Stephen has been a great experience. They have taught me there are no limits when it comes to learning and development.” - April Salazar

Recently, the guys dined at Panera Bread for dinner, then enjoyed mini-golfing at Par-King Skill Golf in Lincolnshire.

Saturday Night with the Guys: Guys Night Out

One of the most meaningful ways to build connections and de-stress is by enjoying shared interests with friends through fun community experiences. That is why Saturday Night with the Guys is one of our most popular programs.

Guys Night Out is an opportunity for quality time with the guys, doing things they love.

The guys visit some of their favorite places, including Par-King, Dave and Busters, and Sky Zone Trampoline Park, and share updates about their lives while eating dinner and driving to the activity.

Are you or someone you know interested in facilitating our monthly Guys Night Out program? Contact Madison McGinty, our Program Director, at mmcginty@totallink2.org to learn more.

Fun in the Community This Summer

TotalLink participants had a great time volunteering at the Northbrook Days corn booth, sponsored by the Northbrook Civic Foundation. In addition to selling some tasty corn, volunteers shucked the corn to help with the pre-roasting preparation.

Our Total Goodness products, made by TotalLink participants, were for sale at the Northbrook Farmers Market. The highlight of this beautiful day was meeting shoppers, practicing our selling skills, and sharing our homemade products with the community.