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JULY 2009 MAY 2009
July 2009 “The creation of a 501(c)3 foundation provides prospective donors with a direct tax deduction from their federal income tax liability,” added Richards. This can provide an opportunity to be a recipient from other foundations who desire to assist in the Chamber Foundations’ initiatives since many donor foundations limit their giving to other 501(c)3 foundations. The Chamber Executive Committee will oversee the actual formation of the Foundation through its IRS approval process. The Foundation will have its own Board of Directors once it is organized.
July 2009 Commemorative A.M. Valpo coffee mugs were also distributed to members who have attended five programs in 2009. Recipients of mugs were: Dale Price, Dodrill Electric, Inc. and Rich Serletic, Certified Financial Group LLC. Developed by the Valpo Chamber Small Business/Retail Committee, A.M. Valpo is undoubtedly one of the most successful, free, early-morning networking programs in Valparaiso. Who will be next? Attend A.M. Valpo the first Wednesday of every month at South Bend Chocolate Café at 7:00 a.m. and find out! Pictured above: Debbie Thiel (center) with A.M. Valpo Lovely Co-hosts John Freyek, Citizens Financial Bank (left) and Gary Taylor, KENPRO Cleaning Services (right).
July 2009 First Place Foursome: Allegius Credit Union with golfers Tom Newton, Sr., Tom Newton, Jr., Matt Warring, and Ken Zagrocki. Runner Up Foursome: Tech Credit Union with golfers Mike Hussey, Joe Machara, Carl Patz, and Dave Smith. Skins: Allegius Credit Union, Tech Credit Union, Horizon Bank, Wille & Steiner, and NIPSCO. Women’s Longest Drive: Beth Welter, Team YMCA Men’s Longest Drive: Les Vallow, Team North Coast Distributing Women’s Longest Putt: Kristin Peterson, Team YMCA Men’s Longest Putt: Jerry Rodenbarger, Team Sensit Technologies Women’s Closest to the Pin: Mary Pomeroy, Team Uzelac & Associates Men’s Closest to the Pin: Mike Hernandez Other Winners included: Valpo Chamber 50/50 Drawing – Cindy Ross and Shot on the Green – John Freyek, Team Citizens Financial Bank The generosity of our sponsors is always outstanding and the FunDay Classic was no different. Thanks to Presenting Sponsors: Porter Health System and Teachers Credit Union; Featured Sponsors: 1st Source Bank, Centier Bank, Citizens Financial Bank, Harris N.A., NIPSCO, REGIONAL Federal Credit Union, The Times; Contributing Sponsors: Allegius Federal Credit Union, Laciak Accountancy Group, PC, Law Offices of Michael T. Sawyier, Peoples Bank, Scannell Wealth Management Group; Hole Sponsors: Design Organization, First Trust Credit Union, Hoeppner Wagner & Evans LLP, Horizon Bank, Ivy Tech Community College, Laciak Accountancy Group, PC; Law Offices of Michael T. Sawyier, Town & Country Market, Uzelac and Associates, Valparaiso University, Walsh & Kelly, Working Well.
July 2009 Join the fun! Tickets are on sale now for this casual party under the stars where members, spouses, friend and the community connect! Rain or shine; must be 21. To purchase tickets or to obtain further information, contact the Chamber office at (219) 462-1105. Presenting Sponsor: Porter
Health System; Featured Sponsors: Centier
Bank, Citizens Financial Bank,
Harris N.A., NIPSCO, REGIONAL
Federal Credit Union; Contributing
Sponsors: 1st Source
Bank, Computer Services, Inc.,
Horizon Bank, The Times; Supporting
Sponsors: Martin Binder Jeweler,
Peoples Bank, Scannell Wealth Management
Group, Valuation Services; Fireworks
Sponsor: REGIONAL Federal Credit Union
July 2009 Extra books, if needed, will be available at the Chamber office.
ne 2009 A great deal of national and local business decisions are made from the changes in Census information as well as a significant amount of Federal and State funds are channeled to communities and states based on statistics derived from the Census.
June 2009
Due to space constraints,
articles will be accepted on a
first-come/first-serve basis. Please send
articles electronically to
antoszewski@valparaisochamber.org,
or
info@valparaisochamber.org, subject line:
Members in Motion. All articles must be
received by close of business the third Monday
of the month in order to be blasted to
membership the third Friday of the month. Late
submissions will not be accepted.
June 2009
June 2009 FunDay is complete with great games to increase your odds. Purchase both your Mulligans and the Nolan Ryan ticket and give your golf ball a toss! And don’t forget to purchase your putting string to get your foursome three feet closer to the hole. Hit a hole in one on the specified hole and you could even win a car! Even if you don’t golf you can get in on the fun. Volunteer on the course and network with business executives. You can also purchase tickets to the awards dinner separately. Time is running short, so don’t miss your chance to get in on all the golf, games, and good times. Click here to download the registration form or contact Kurt Gillins for more information or to sign up your foursome.
The 2009 Valpo Chamber FunDay Golf Classic would
like to thank the following sponsors:
Presenting Sponsors: Porter Health System,
Teachers Credit Union. Featured Sponsors:
1st Source Bank; Centier Bank; Citizens
Financial Bank; Harris N.A.; NIPSCO; REGIONAL
Federal Credit Union; The Times Media Group.
Contributing Sponsors: Allegius Federal
Credit Union; Laciak Accountancy Group; Law
Offices of Michael T. Sawyier; Scannell Wealth
Management Group. Thank you for your support!
June 2009 The awards luncheon, sponsored by Porter Health System, will honor 14 local businesses for their commitment and investment in Valparaiso. These projects join the more than 200 properties that have been recognized since the awards program began in 1967. Community Improvement Awards are based on the visual impact of exterior appearance and are judged on the following criteria: enhances the attractiveness of Valparaiso; compatible with the area and environment; creativity/innovation in both design and use of materials; enhances the quality of life and promotes pride in Valparaiso; and makes a commitment to Valparaiso’s future. The judges for the 2009 Community Improvement Awards were Chris Campbell, Centier Bank; Donna Flanagin, Flanagin’s Bulk Mail Service; Tom Kennedy, Kennedy Buick/Mazda; and Doug Klemz, Home Mountain Printing.
To RSVP or to obtain further event information,
contact the Chamber office at (219) 462-1105.
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May 2009 To: The Residents of Valparaiso
We are committed to building a stronger and
better community, by attracting, creating,
The overwhelming number of citizens of
Valparaiso are good and decent people. We must
May 2009
Participants are exposed to the community at
large, exploring public/government sector,
private business sector, and non-profit sector
that build a strong community. The 2009
Leadership Academy is sponsored by Burke
Costanza & Cuppy LLP and Purdue
University North Central. In-kind sponsor is
United Way of Porter County.
CLICK HERE for tuition costs and
application deadlines.
May 2009
May 2009 The Valparaiso City Map, complete with street guide, advertising index, and points of interest, is the most requested Chamber publication. The new, updated map will publish Fall 2009. The Valparaiso City Map is always a sell-out with Chamber members receiving exclusive opportunity to secure ad space prior to ad sales going public. For more information on how to reserve ad space on the
new, updated 2009 city map, contact
Danielle Oeding at (219) 462-1105.
April 2009
April 2009 The Service Industry Advertising Awards (SIAA), initiated in 2003, are the only advertising awards to specifically recognize the achievements, creativity, and communication accomplishments of the service industry. More than 250 advertising agencies and 900 service institutions participated. Nearly 1,200 entries were received and a national panel of judges evaluated and rated the entries. The 2008-2009 directory was designed by
chamber member Barnes Design Group. Barnes
Design Group, delivering exceptional marketing
and design, can be reached at (269) 469-6919.
April
2009 Pictured above: Rich
Schmidt (center) with A.M. Valpo Lovely Co-hosts
Gary Taylor, KENPRO Cleaning Services (left) and
John Freyek, Citizens Financial Bank (right).
March 2009 Inductees are individuals who have not only had exceptional business success, but have shown a lifetime commitment to the region and community. Leetz was chosen from a list of nominations gathered through promotions in The Times, BusINess Magazine, nwi.com, and other cooperating organizations. The selection panel used criteria including generosity, community involvement, business insight, leadership, and vision. Leetz will be honored March 12 during a luncheon open to the business community at the Radisson Hotel. For more information on North Coast Distributing, visit www.northcoastdist.com.
Congratulations Bruce!
March 2009 Envision the Future is a simulation game in which students, projecting themselves to age 28, research and identify their career interests through their class curriculum, consider family size (marital status and number of children), and receive a mock checkbook with the monthly income entered for their specific career. Students visit stations, manned by over 170 trained business volunteers, at which they pay their monthly bills. At each station, students make decisions concerning the standard of living they will assume. For example, at the housing station, students decide if they want to pay for a one-bedroom apartment or a three-bedroom house. The program focuses on the monthly costs associated with rent/mortgage, utilities, taxes, insurance, childcare, and other living expenses such as food and clothing. The program also includes military information in the way of earnings and allowances if the student chooses the military as their future option. The program also includes unexpected events such as unemployment, medical bills, and divorce. Students who go through these unexpected events must also visit an assistance station to seek counseling for legal, financial, counseling, or employment education issues. The
2009 Envision the Future is a Chamber Coalition
project between the Valparaiso, Kouts, and Hebron
Chambers. The program is scheduled for
Thursday, March 19, at the Porter County
Expo Center. For more information about Envision
the Future or to volunteer, contact
Kurt Gillins at (219)
462-1105.
March 2009 This exciting new program
series is designed to give you a unique "up
close and personal" look into the personality,
skills, and knowledge of high-impact leaders.
What were some of their successes and failures
along their way? The lively Q&A format allows you
to ask the questions most important to you.
In March 2005, Boggs was featured on the cover of Corporate Counsel magazine as part of its annual list of 10 promising lawyers who can be expected to head the legal functions of leading U.S. and international corporations. Click here for full biography.
Our second featured guest
will be Bruce White, Founder, Chairman
and CEO of White Lodging on Tuesday, May 19.
White Lodging is a fully integrated developer, owner, and manager of premium brand hotels and a recognized industry leader that consistently delivers superior leading brand hotel experiences and premium returns on investment. Click here for full biography. Our third program will be in October, with the featured guest yet to be determined. In 2008, our guests were Leigh Morris, RDA Chairman, Executive Director of the Indiana Toll Road, past CEO of LaPorte Hospital and past LaPorte Mayor; John Zeglis, Retired Chairman and CEO of AT&T Wireless; and Dane Miller, Founder of Biomet, Inc. The moderator for each INSIGHTS program will be Craig Menne, Partner, General Insurance Services. Each INSIGHTS program will be held at the Valparaiso Country Club, 2501 Country Club Road, from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. $10/Members; $12/Invoiced; $20/Non-members. Reservations required, seating is limited. Click here to reserve. The April INSIGHTS
is sponsored by Valpo Chamber Partner
Citizens Financial Bank
February 2009 Longworth is a senior
fellow at the Chicago Council on Global Affairs
and Distinguished Visiting Scholar at DePaul
University. He joined the Council in 2003 as
executive director of its Global Chicago Center
after a career in journalism, most recently as
senior correspondent for the Chicago Tribune.
For 20 years, Longworth was a foreign
correspondent for the Tribune and United Press
International and was the Tribune's Chief
European Correspondent.
February 2009
In order to
donate blood, you must be at least
17 years old, weigh at least 110
lbs., and be in good general health.
Please be sure to bring a photo ID.
An individual can donate blood every
56 days.
Each hour, a
visitor's name will be entered into
a drawing to receive a $20 Valpo
Chamber Gift Certificate, redeemable
at over 100 participating member
businesses.
To reserve a
donation time, please visit
www.donorpoint.org
and click "Find a Drive." Walk-ins
are also welcome. For more
information, contact the Chamber
office at (219) 462-1105 or the
Indiana Blood Center at (765)
446-4216.
To read more
about our Blood Drive in our
President's Blog, click below
February 2009 Panelists Rick Lohmeyer, W.M. Regnier Insurance Services; Joe Laciak, Laciak Accountancy Group; and Harold Heierman, Teachers Credit Union, will assemble to inform Chamber members on this timely topic. As part of the discussion on HSA and HRA, members will learn tax savings for employers and employees as well as prescription drug options and discount programs.
Registration is now open for “Taking Charge of
Your Group Healthcare Dollars.” This Business
EDUCATING Business workshop will be held at the
Valpo Chamber, 2nd Floor Conference Room.
February 2009
The gift bag policy calls for items with an
approximate value of $5 or more that identifies
your business (please no business cards). The
next New Member Welcome will be held on Tuesday,
February 24, so please drop your items off to
the Chamber office before that time. Contact
Danielle Oeding, for more information at (219)
462-1105.
February 2009 Envision the Future is a simulation game in which students, projecting themselves to age 28, research and identify their career interests through their class curriculum, consider family size (marital status and number of children), and receive a mock checkbook with the monthly income entered for their specific career. Students visit stations, manned by over 170 trained business volunteers, at which they pay their monthly bills. At each station, students make decisions concerning the standard of living they will assume. For example, at the housing station, students decide if they want to pay for a one-bedroom apartment or a three-bedroom house. The program focuses on the monthly costs associated with rent/mortgage, utilities, taxes, insurance, childcare, and other living expenses such as food and clothing. The program also includes military information in the way of earnings and allowances if the student chooses the military as their future option. The program also includes unexpected events such as unemployment, medical bills, and divorce. Students who go through these unexpected events must also visit an assistance station to seek counseling for legal, financial, counseling, or employment education issues. The
2009 Envision the Future is a Chamber Coalition
project between the Valpo, Kouts, and Hebron
Chambers. The program is scheduled for
Thursday, March 19, at the Porter County
Expo Center. For more information about Envision
the Future or to volunteer, contact
Kurt Gillins
at (219)
462-1105.
January 2009
Outgoing
2008 Board Chair, Dee Haklin, and incoming 2009 Board Chair, Dale Clapp,
will also be honored. Presenting sponsor for the event is Porter. This
event is open to the public with reservations at
$60 per person. Seating is limited. REGISTER ONLINE
January, 2009
January 2009 Panelists Rick Lohmeyer, W.M. Regnier Insurance Services; Joe Laciak, Laciak Accountancy Group; and Harold Heierman, Teachers Credit Union, will assemble to inform Chamber members on this timely topic. As part of the discussion on HSA and HRA, members will learn tax savings for employers and employees as well as prescription drug options and discount programs.
Registration is now open for “Taking Charge of
Your Group Healthcare Dollars.” This Business
EDUCATING Business workshop will be held at the
Valpo Chamber, 2nd Floor Conference Room. January
2009
January 2009
Wishing you every happiness this holiday season, the Valpo Chamber would like to thank all of our members for their continued support and we look forward to strengthening our relationship in the coming year! Thank you for joining us at our Holiday Open House on December 4. We hope you had a chance to relax and enjoy the evening with wonderful hors d'ouevres from Strongbow Inn. Decked for the holiday season, our second floor conference rooms proved to be a great place to connect with friends and associates and exchange holiday tidings.
Many thanks to our drink sponsors Century 21
Alliance Group and North Coast Distributing! Have a Happy (and
safe) Holiday Season!
January 2009 Launched in 2006, the Valpo Chamber Partners Program includes four partner packages to choose from. The various packages include exclusive access and incentives, special recognition and promotion, and sponsorships to high-profile, networking, and educational events. The Valpo Chamber Partners program was designed to provide our members with the option to choose a streamlined approach to Chamber sponsorship opportunities while enhancing their recognition and promotional opportunities.
To inquire about the available packages and
their benefits, contact
Rex
Richards,
at (219) 462-1105.
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