Chairman's Circle Members |
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Happenings in and around the Chamber! |
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Welcome to Our New Members!
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Happy Monday!
Last Saturday, volunteers helped the Batavia Chamber of Commerce man the beer tent during Windmill City Festival. The first shift spent about an hour hanging out in the Peg Bond Center because of storms. After they cleared out, we were busy checking ID's, selling tickets and of course, pouring beer! A huge thank you to all who volunteered to help us. All of our proceeds are going to our Inspire Scholarship fund. Thanks again!! We have a couple of pictures below...
Mask Mandate
Last week, Governor JB Pritzker announced a statewide indoor mask mandate for all Illinois residents, regardless of vaccination status, as COVID-19 cases and hospitalization rates continue to increase. The mandate is effective today, August 30. Along with IDPH Director Dr. Ngozi Ezike, the governor also announced vaccination requirements for individuals in high risk settings. You can read the entire press release for more information.
Area chambers will get a COVID-19 update from Michael Isaacson of the Kane County Health Department on Thursday, Sept. 9 at 11:30 a.m. You are welcome to register and listen in. Scroll down for the event flyer. You can also register here.
Mayor's Weekly Update
The Mayor's update took a break last Friday!
Because of the Labor Day holiday, the Weekly Digest next week will come out on Tuesday, Sept. 7.
We continually update our home page, bataviachamber.org when new resources and information comes out. Also, check our calendar for new events from us and the community. Make certain you check the calendars regularly!
As always, we are now, and will be in the future, here for you.
Most sincerely,
Margaret, Patti and Shirley
Your Batavia Chamber of Commerce Staff
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The Board of Directors of the Batavia Chamber of Commerce met last Wednesday, Aug. 25 at Water Street Studios for their annual planning retreat for the Chamber's new fiscal year beginning September 1.
Pictured above are left to right, front: Allison Niemela, Batavia Park District (non-voting); Dr. Lisa Hichens, Batavia Public School District 101 (non-voting); Margaret Perreault, president & CEO of Batavia Chamber (non-voting); Janet Roman, Inland Bank; Donna Bucko, Swatek-Bucko Law Group. Second row, left to right: George Gladis, Volkman Insurance Agency; Jamie Saam, Bulldog Plumbing; Amanda Slaiher, The Holmstad; Sam Bell, Clean Pest Solutions; Jessica McGrail, Dollar & Sense Bookkeeping; Phil Bukowski, Two Roads Lending. Back row, left to right are Christopher Rooney, Waste Management and Michael Russotto, City of Batavia (non-voting). Not pictured are Jen Brens, Transformative Growth, LLC; Nick Ninedorf, Edward Jones; and Mary Marconi-Popiel, Special Occasions on the Avenue.
Officers for the board of directors, through August 2022 are: Jen Brens, Chair; Jessica McGrail, Immediate Past Chair; Donna Bucko, Treasurer; Amanda Slaiher, Secretary; and
George Gladis, Member at Large.
Thank you all for your guidance and dedication! The Batavia Chamber of Commerce, and in turn, its members and the community, are improved because of your willingness to share your expertise.
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Working the Beer Tent at Windmill City Festival - After the Storms! |
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The Application Portal for the Back 2 Business Grant Program is Open!
A toolkit and Excel contact information search sheet for technical assistance can be found via this Google Drive link. The community navigator partners include Batavia MainStreet and Illinois Small Business Development Center at Waubonsee Community College, among others.
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We are again partnering with Town Square Publications to publish our Community Guide for 2022!
Batavia Chamber members get first choice for advertisement space. Check out the Media Guide here.
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Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Mark Your Calendars and Join Us!
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Save the Date!
Harvest Celebration takes place on Wednesday, October 6 outdoors at the Oscar Swan Country Inn. Sponsorships are available; contact patti@bataviachamber.org for more information or to reserve your sponsorship.
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Double the Fun!
We held ribbon cuttings for two Batavia Chamber members on Wednesday, August 25 at 223 South Batavia Avenue. Those attending were fortunate to receive a tour of the building, built circa 1920. It was purchased from the Sears catalog; the largest home they offered. Interesting tidbit - the building's trusses were floated down the Fox River on a barge. Many of the original features of the home remain.
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Congratulations to Goosehead Insurance Joe Kosner Agency! |
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The Batavia Chamber of Commerce was excited to celebrate Goosehead Insurance Joe Kosner Agency with a joint ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 25 along with the Geneva Chamber of Commerce. Owner Joe Kosner is a longtime insurance professional and Batavia Chamber member. COVID-19 and construction prevented our holding this celebration when Joe changed affiliations and moved to 223 S. Batavia Ave., Ste. 201 in Batavia in early 2020.
Batavia Mayor Jeffery Schielke presided over the celebration with agency owner Joe Kosner and his wife Shelli. Goosehead Insurance offers auto, home, life and commercial insurance and is a J.D Power Award winning agency for customer satisfaction. Contact Joe by calling (630) 283-6204 or visit his website.
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Congratulations to Ameriprise Financial! |
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The Batavia Chamber of Commerce was excited to celebrate new Chamber member Ameriprise Financial, Turner & Associates with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Wednesday, Aug. 25. The financial advisory team moved to their new location in Batavia, 223 S. Batavia Ave., Ste. 202, right before the pandemic lockdown in March 2020.
Batavia Mayor Jeffery Schielke presided over the celebration with Turner & Associates financial advisors Aaron Turner, CFP and Jeffrey Turner, along with Maren Vanderhagen, the team’s client relationship manager. Ameriprise Financial, Turner & Associates is the only Ameriprise financial services office in Batavia. For more information about how they personalize advice to each client’s needs, visit their website. Or call (630) 377-0804 to schedule an appointment.
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Are you running low on Chamber Bucks?
You can restock anytime!
They are perfect for friends, family, teachers, coaches, colleagues, employees...everyone!
Stop by the office to purchase your Chamber Bucks today!
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News and Updates from Our Members |
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Think you can out-bake your neighbors? Sign up for the Batavia Mothers Club annual pie bake-off. The bake-off will be held at Downtown Batavia’s Block Party on Sunday, Sept. 5th! Junior and adult level competition. Get more information and register online at downtownbatavia.com. Read the entire press release.
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Do you know a teen that could use some extra skills around gaining CONFIDENCE or increasing MOTIVATION? Best in YOU Life Coaching is now offering VIRTUAL life coaching workshops for teens on these very important skills.
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Upcoming Business & Community Events |
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