May 11: Monthly General Membership Meeting. 8:30 to 9:30 a.m. via Zoom. More info in box below.
May 15: Joint Chamber Lincoln-Way Expo. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at New Lenox Village Commons, 1 Veterans Pkwy. There's still time to sign up! Download registration here.
May 26: Board of Directors Meeting. 8:30 a.m. via Zoom.
June 9: Mokena Chamber Golf Outing at The Sanctuary Golf Course, New Lenox. Download the application for golfers and/or sponsors here.
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Join us for our Lincoln-Way Expo 2021 |
Saturday, May 15, 2021
10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
New Lenox Village Commons,
1 Veterans Pkwy.
Inspired by community collaboration, the New Lenox and Mokena Chambers have joined forces for a joint chamber Lincoln-Way Expo. This event brings business and community together from across the Lincoln-way region. The Lincoln-Way Expo is a true community event for the family; it's one-stop-shop for everything this area has to offer.
We hope that you will join us for our 2021 event in New Lenox Village Commons. To keep our vendors and attendees safe, this event will take place outdoors (rain or shine), face masks/coverings are required, and social distancing is encouraged.
Exhibitor info:
- A single booth space is 12’ X 12’.
- You will need to provide your own table, chairs, tent, etc.
- Masks must be worn at all times and social distancing and CDC guidelines will be followed.
- Electricity is not available.
- Event is rain or shine.
Exhibitor Fees:
- Chamber Member Booth: $125 (Must be a member of one or both Chambers to qualify for the member rate)
- Non-Chamber Member: $350 (Includes 1 year membership to both chambers)
- Non-Profit & Taxing Bodies Booth: $75
- Home Based Business: $75
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TOMORROW - May General Membership Meeting |
Date: Tuesday, May 11, 2021
Time: 8:30 to 9:30 a.m.
Guest speaker: Brett Carr of Shaw Media Group will explain how locally owned businesses can reach their market with digital advertising by geography, demographics and search targeting with no wasted ad dollars.
Everyone in attendance will receive 30 seconds to introduce themselves and their business.
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Join us for the Chamber Golf Outing
Wednesday, June 9
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After our 2020 COVID-19 hiatus, we are thrilled to announce the date and location of our 2021 Chamber Golf Outing! We aren't shy to say this is one of the BEST golf outings around!
Wednesday, June 9, 2021
Sanctuary Golf Course -
485 N. Marley Road, New Lenox
Shot Gun Scramble
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Attention Restaurant Owners participating in outdoor dining! |
We have information from the Village of Mokena to share with our restaurant owners/managers.
The Temporary Outdoor Dining Guidelines and Application for restaurants is available for download below.
Please note that any Temporary Outdoor Dining Permits issued to restaurants last year are still good as long as you have not changed your outdoor seating arrangements. If you have made changes, please submit a new permit.
Questions? Contact the Village of Mokena's Community Development Department at (708) 479-3930.
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Restaurant Revitalization Fund Update |
The SBA began accepting applications for the Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) on Monday, May 3.
- 186,200 applications from restaurants, bars, and other eligible businesses in all 50 states, Washington, D.C., and five U.S. Territories.
- 97,600 applications of which came from restaurants, bars, and other eligible businesses owned and controlled by women (46,400), veterans (4,200), socially and economically disadvantaged individuals (30,800), or some combination of the three (16,200).
- 61,700 applications from businesses with under $500,000 in annual pre-pandemic revenue, representing some of the smallest restaurants and bars in America.
The SBA is still accepting applications. For more information and how to apply, visit sba.gov/restaurants
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The Mokena Chamber participated in the Silver Cross Groundbreaking Ceremony |
On Friday, May 7 Silver Cross Hospital broke ground on the 20,000 square-foot outpatient/urgent care facility being constructed in Mokena on Route 30 and Owens Road. The center is scheduled to open in September.
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NEW! Have your business listing include more info. |
Currently the database system we use only allows for you to select one. Our apologies. As the technology evolves we are hoping to be able to make it unlimited options in the future.
Options are:
- Veteran Owned
- Woman Owned
- Minority Owned
- LGBTQ Owned
If you prefer not to answer and have the additional information featured on your listing, no problem!
Is there a category you don't see listed that you think we should add? Let us know!
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Did you read the Spring Newsletter that arrived in your mail? |
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Our Spring Newsletter hit the mailboxes of EVERY business in Mokena in late April. Be sure to check out the advertisements from our supporters, Letter from the Executive Director, Letter from the Mayor, a story on Front Street businesses by historian Matthew Galik, info on our upcoming Golf Outing and Community Expo, and even a membership application for those businesses that want to come along on our chamber journey with us.
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So much important info from your fellow chamber members. Please read & support each other!!! |
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If you would like your information included below, submit as either a Word Document, PDF, or a website link by 3:30 p.m. on the Friday before the week you would like it included. Reply to this email or send to chamber@mokena.com
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June 1, July 5, September 7
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Upcoming Workshops at the Workforce Center of Will County |
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It's Economic Development Week in Illinois |
The Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity (DCEO), Intersect Illinois, and the Illinois Economic Development Association (IEDA) are proud to celebrate Illinois Economic Development Week (IEDW).
Economic Development Week was created by the International Economic Development Council (IEDC) in 2016, to increase awareness of local programs that create jobs, advance career development opportunities, and improve the quality of life in communities everywhere.
Illinois Economic Development Week 2021 Webinar Opportunities.
Join DCEO and our partners for a series of IEDW 2021 webinars! Learn from state, local, and industry economic development professionals and hear about the best practices, lessons learned, and strategies for success around driving economic development.
· Tuesday, May 11, at 10:00 a.m.
Welcoming Remarks: Representative Randy Frese.
Moderator: Julio Rodriguez, Deputy Director, Office of Employment and Training, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Presenters/Panelists:
· Chuck Bevelheimer, Director of Planning, City of Quincy - 45X30 Strategic Plan
· Marcel Wagner, President, GREDF – Geo-Fencing Strategy
· Blanche Shoup, LWIA 14, Western Illinois Works Inc.
· Carly McCrory-McKay, Executive Director, Champaign Co. Economic Development Corp.
· Mary McGrew, Vice President Human Resources, Litania Sports Group
· Thursday, May 13, at 10:00 a.m.
Welcoming Remarks:
· Jonathan McGee, Deputy Director, Office of Regional Economic Development, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
· Alya Woods, Acting CEO & COO, Intersect Illinois
· Bryan Gay, Chairman, Illinois Economic Development Association
Presenter:
· Mark Denzler, President & CEO, Illinois Manufacturers' Association
· Thursday, May 13, at 1:30 p.m.
Moderator: Kala Lambert, Southeast Region Manager, Office of Regional Economic Development, Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity
Presenters/Panelists:
· Darrin Fleener, US Department of Commerce EDA
· Gisele Hamm, MAPPING Program Coordinator, Illinois Institute for Rural Affairs Western Illinois MAPPING
· James Patrick, Executive Director, South Central Planning Commission
· LaTisha Paslay, City Administrator, City of Vandalia
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May is World Trade Month and the SBA has teamed up with partnering organizations to offer webinars all month to help small business owners gain valuable insights on strategies for international sales success. All webinars begin at 1 p.m.
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May 12 | SBA Support for Commercializing Innovation | Register here
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May 20 | Utilizing eCommerce Tools to Drive Global Sales | Register here
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May 25 | Business Beyond Borders: Commemorating World Trade Month | Register here
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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Global Forum on Economic Recovery |
Tuesday, May 18 - Wednesday, May 19 at 8 a.m.
Next week, the U.S. Chamber of Commerce will host the inaugural Global Forum on Economic Recovery on May 18 and 19, 2021, featuring a line-up of leaders across the public and private sectors. We are pleased to announce that Bill Gates, Co-chair and Trustee of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, will join the Chamber's President and CEO Suzanne Clark for a wide-ranging discussion.
Gates will discuss lessons learned on pandemic response and health system resiliency, the role of technology in addressing climate change and energy challenges, and the importance of work to promote an inclusive recovery both in the United States and around the globe.
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Take our Weekly Poll!
Final results in next week's E-Newsletter.
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Would you rather speak...
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every language in the world
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Results from last week's poll |
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Can we officially say we are done getting snow yet?
Absolutely: 63.6%
Probably not, anything is possible: 36.4%
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Welcome to our new members! |
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(708) 995-7075
19427 Mayfield Place, Tinley Park
(708) 864-4920
11235 W. Lincoln Hwy., Mokena
(779) 324-5689
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These members renewed their chamber investment in the past 30 days! |
Gene A. Meyers, Inc.
JND Truck Repair, Inc.
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As a chamber member you can receive discounted Constant Contact service! |
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More information here! Plus enjoy a 60-day free trial if you're still thinking this offer is too good to be true!
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Free printable face mask posters for your business |
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New Resident 'Swag Bag' marketing opportunity for you. |
As a member of the Mokena Chamber of Commerce you can be one of the first businesses to welcome new residents to Mokena!
When new residents set up their utilities account at Village Hall, they are given a card to bring to the Chamber Office to redeem for a Welcome Swag Bag of free gifts, including promotional items and coupons from Chamber member businesses, along with information about the community.
To participate in the Welcome to Mokena program, we just ask that you provide a promotional item for the Welcome Bag, and/or a coupon for your business.
To participate, we ask for a 12-month commitment in the program. In return, at the end of each quarter, you will receive the mailing addresses of the Welcome Swag Bag recipients who have opted to receive information from you.
The program fee is only $200 per year!
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Do you like to know stuff? |
Do you like information? Do you like to know what's happening in the community? Do you like to be interactive and social (virtually)? Do you like to impress your friends and colleagues with your knowledge of all things Mokena?
For even MORE daily content and updates regarding our chamber, community and chamber members, follow our Facebook page HERE!
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Our 2021 Premier Sponsors |
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20005 Wolf Road, Mokena
(708) 479-7411
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11225 Lincoln Highway, Mokena
(815) 642-5754
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11508 W. 183rd Place, Orland Park
(815) 600-8519
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18700 S. Wolf Rd. Ste. 204, Mokena
(708) 995-7076
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11300 W. 193rd Street, Mokena
(708) 479-4288
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11442 194th Street, Mokena
(708) 263-7269
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11100 Front Street, Mokena
(708) 479-2185
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19081 Old LaGrange Rd. #100, Mokena
(815) 806-1694
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11104 Front Street, Mokena
(708) 478-8400
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11104 Front Street, Mokena
(708) 478-8400
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Melissa M. Fedora
Executive Director
Mokena Chamber of Commerce
11104 Front Street, Suite 1B
Mokena, IL 60448
Tel: 708-479-2468
Fax: 708-479-7144
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