Volume 33, Issue 1
Chambergram January 2012
Chamber members whittle down their gift lists at McCord Gallery’s Holiday Shoppe.
President Amy Coghill congratulates Susie Trunk at a celebration of the 2nd Anniversary of Susie’s Trunk Show & Emporium.
Chamber Members joined Café Gaston as they celebrated their recent renovation with a Ribbon Cutting. Be sure to check it out at 14438 John Humphrey Drive in Orland Park.
Priscilla Steinmetz accepts a grant check from Yohan Fernando, Comcast, for the Bridge Teen Center. They are joined by Trustee Ed Schussler and Mayor Ed Zabrocki.
Inside
Chambergram
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From the President
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Holiday Party
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New Members
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Learning Resources
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Cool Fall Events
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Member Spotlight
Michael and Sue Jewula (with local artist Lauren McManimom Raskey) welcomed the Chamber to The Great Frame Up for an evening of art, chocolate and champagne.
OWN The Date Plan Ahead…..The 2012 Orland Women Networking (OWN) Luncheon will be held on Tuesday, April 17 at Silver Lake Country Club. We will be looking for Table Sponsors and Vendors so watch your Chamber mailings for the registration forms!
From the Top... President’s Message Wow! 2011 was a fast year! My term as your President has come to an end and it really did pass quickly. I enjoyed getting to know new members and members whose paths I had not crossed in my Chamber travels. It was a privilege to lead a group that truly believes in putting their best foot forward and truly walks the talk. If you have not yet sent in your response card for the Installation cocktail party don‘t wait another minute; join us. We’d love to have you celebrate Tami Khuntia’s installation as President along with the rest of the 2012 Board of Directors and enjoy an evening with the Chamber. We’ve got some great people in our membership ranks and this is your chance to meet them! Our 2012 Board of Directors looks forward to working for you in the year ahead. Speaking of our membership,
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we’re very proud of the fact that our membership numbers have been solid over the past couple of years. We know that many of you have struggled in the past year, and wanted to be sure that we said thank you for renewing your membership for 2012. Our staff works hard to give you marketing value for your membership dollars. The renewal rate has told us loud and clear that you acknowledge that value. Nothing, however, is beyond improvement. Please share with us any suggestions or concerns that you may have regarding our Chamber. We are always looking to improve and need your feedback to do that.
or Vendor Sponsorship in your Marketing budgets for 2012. This event drew over 180 professional career women last year. Your marketing dollars will be well spent reaching your target market through this event! I would like to close out my last letter by thanking Keloryn Putnam, our Chamber’s Executive Director and her staff, Donna Cameli and Bonnie Hollaway. Their work ethic and efforts have consistently kept our Chamber running like a well oiled machine. My year as President was undoubtedly less chaotic because of their dedication.
Amy Grace Coghill, President Silver Lake Country Club
Start making plans now to be a part of our 2012 Women’s Luncheon. The Luncheon will take place at Silver Lake Country Club on Tuesday, April 17. Our OWN Committee is aiming to “knock our socks off” with their innovative ideas! Include a Table Sponsorship
Thanks again for allowing me to serve as your President in 2011. It was truly my honor!
Rob Wehmeier,Treasurer Wehmeier Portraits
Amy Amy Grace Coghill Silver Lake Country Club
Mayor’s News and Notes Dear Members, A very Happy New Year to all of you! I hope your holidays were bright and that 2012 will be a very prosperous one for everyone. The Chilly Willie Chili Challenge returns on Saturday, January 21 at the Orland Park Civic Center. Cooks from all over the country will be competing for prizes and awards. Local cooks are also invited to participate. Volunteer judges are needed to sample and rate the chili to determine the winners. If you are interested in judging, please contact Patty Vlazny at
[email protected] or call (708) 403-6145. Public Tasting begins at 2:00 p.m. until the chili is gone. Admission is $5.00 per person and benefits Open Lands of Orland Park and the Orland Park Theatre Troupe. It’s a great way to warm up on cold winter day!
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2011 OPACC Officers Executive Director Keloryn Putnam Executive Board
Tami Khuntia,Vice President Sparks Complete Auto Care Marc Lochow, Second Vice President PrintSource Plus, Inc
Heather Warthen, Secretary Orland Park Prairie John Bibeau Immediate Past President Mulcahy, Pauritsch, Salvador & Co., Ltd.
Board of Directors Just a reminder now that we are into the winter season, parking is prohibited on village streets once two inches of snow have fallen. Trained crews work around the clock during storms to keep the roads open and passable. The village’s Snow Removal/Ice Control Program includes all streets and highways within the village with the exception of state thoroughfares such as LaGrange Road and 159th Street; county streets such as 108th Avenue and 104th Avenue and township and private roads. For a complete listing of roads and jurisdictions, visit the village’s website at www.orland-park. il.us.
The village will host the Twelfth Annual Chefs’ Auction to benefit the American Cancer Society’s Breast Cancer Research Program on Thursday, February 16 at the Orland Chateau. Some of the best restaurants in the area participate in this event offering samples of their signature dishes and donating wonderful auction packages. Corporate tables of ten are $600 and include a reserved table, quarter page ad in the program and a table centerpiece. Businesses unable to attend have the opportunity to support this worthy cause and promote their business by purchasing an ad in the event program. Individual tickets are $55 per person or $90 per couple. Be sure to purchase your tickets early as this event always sells out and only 300 tickets will be sold. For tickets and information, please call the Recreation Department at 4037275.
Sincerely, Daniel J. McLaughlin, Mayor Village of Orland Park
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Roy Angel Legal Shield Mike Buck Law Offices of Michael A. Buck Phil Cassler American Family Insurance Dave Corradino Terry’s Lincoln of Orland Park Marianne Dietz Shaklee Independent Distributor Janice Laging IL National Guard-Family Assistance Center Karen Nemeth BMO Harris N.A. Renee Oswald Guaranteed Rate debi Ross Inside Looks by debi Ross Paul Novak Waddell & Reed Ric Roemer Creative Home Services Kristin Zell Leaders Bank
Welcome New Members John Maxwell Team
Cutting Edge Events
Plumbing Express, Inc.
Dawn Michalak 12011 Heinecke Drive Mokena, IL 60448 Phone: 708-525-2639
[email protected] www.johnmaxwellgroup.com/ dawnmichalak Business & Executive Coaching Referred by Jerry Grable
Michael Frisini 900 Ogden Avenue Suite 129 Downers Grove, IL 60515 Phone: 630-517-5522
[email protected] http://cutting-edgeevents.com Networking Organization
Jennifer Flatley 9526 Corsair Road Frankfort, IL 60423 Phone: 815-469-0600
Cuzzin’s of Orland Park
Prairie Path Group
Mary Ligammari 8600 W. 159th Street Orland Park, IL 60462 Phone: 708-226-8100
[email protected] www.cuzzinscafe.com Restaurant
Sue Halm 500 E. Cossitt La Grange, IL 60525 Phone: 708-579-6690
[email protected] www.prairiepathgroup.com Landscaping
Dickeys Barbecue Pit
Round The Clock Family Restaurant
Blackhawk Properties LLC Scott Knierim 8501 W. 191st Street Mokena, IL 60448 Phone: 815-469-1987
[email protected] www.blackhawkpropertiesllc.com Commercial Real Estate
Cold Stone Creamery Johnny Masod 16135 S. LaGrange Road Orland Park, IL 60467 Phone: 708-226-4981
[email protected] Ice Cream Referred by Maureen Wentz
Corporate Connection Consulting & Resources Bob Mallo 12032 Sarkis Drive Mokena, IL 60448 Phone: 708-606-8655
[email protected] Business Consulting
Debbie Connolly has been in the insurance industry since 1999. Debbie’s experience in working with clients and their families has shown her the important role insurance plays in preserving every day lives. Farmers Insurance has a wide variety of products that can serve not only personal but business needs as well. Debbie sees her job as an insurance agent as an important way of helping members of the community manage their risks of everyday lives and achieve their dreams! As a resident of Orland Park I’m happy to be a new member of the Chamber and I look forward to getting to know you! Call today for a no obligation review of your insurance plan. Debbie can be reached at (708) 341-2179 or by email at dconnolly1@ farmersinsurance.com.
Joseph Bak Jr & John J. Bak 15110-A S. LaGrange Road Orland Park, IL 60462 Phone: 708-226-3090
[email protected] www.dickeys.com Restaurant
Elmhurst Plaza Standard Inc. Dale Redderoth 217 E. Butterfield Road Elmhurst, IL 60126 Phone: 630-279-4840
[email protected] Automotive/Auto Repair
Hobbs Overhead Doors, Inc. Chris Hobbs 4745 W. 135th Street, Bldg D Crestwood, IL 60445 Phone: 708-293-8910
[email protected] www.hobbsoverhead.com Commercial/Industrial Overhead Doors
jennifer@flatleysplumbingexpress.com
www.flatleysplumbingexpress.com Plumbing
James Kollins 16310 S. LaGrange Road Orland Park, IL 60462 Phone: 708-226-8099
[email protected] www.roundtheclock.com Restaurant Referred by Maureen Wentz
Service Tech Heating & Cooling Inc. Marvin Weaver Jr. 10444 Suttondale Lane Frankfort, IL 60423 Phone: 815-464-8500
[email protected] www.servicetechhtg.com Heating & Air Conditioning
Matthew Rolnick, a Strategic Account Executive for Groupon, has over 20 years of advertising and media experience.
Kane Brothers Water Features Jason Bowen 12137 W. 159th Street Homer Glen, IL 60491 Phone: 630-794-9180
[email protected] www.kanebros.com Landscaping
He specializes in helping businesses generate word of mouth, social media buzz, incremental revenue and new customers. Rolnick holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree from the University of Wisconsin in Marketing and Quantitative Analysis with a specialization in international business. In 2008, he finished his Master’s in Integrated Marketing Communications at Northwestern University. Rolnick grew up in Minneapolis and currently resides in Orland Park with his wife and 3 year old daughter. You can reach Matthew at (312) 805-9055 or by email at
[email protected].
Mrs. Fields Cookies Freddy Kashkeesh 412 Orland Square Drive Orland Park, IL 60462 Phone: 708-364-0123
[email protected] www.mrsfields.com Restaurant/Bakery
Pink Slip Boutique Lauren McKeague 18907 S. Wolf Road Mokena, IL 60448 Phone: 708-478-7465
[email protected] www.pinkslipboutique.com Retail Sales - Women’s Clothing
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Editor’s Notes Chambergram Editor, Donna Cameli, OPACC
Chambergram Staff Keloryn Putnam, OPACC Colin Walsh, eighty-eight graphics Rob Wehmeier Wehmeier Portraits Heather Warthen Orland Park Prairie This month’s contributors: Mayor Dan McLaughlin Village of Orland Park Glen Bylina Mulcahy, Pauritsch, Salvador, & Co. Ltd, .Orland Park Office of Special Services Patrick Hammer Scuba Emporium If you are interested in contributing to the Chambergram, please contact Donna Cameli at
[email protected]
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Business As Usual RIBBON CUTTINGS
Ambassadors
The Ambassadors held their final meeting for 2011 at the new MVCC Southwest Education Center .
BAH’S
Motivating Membership Meeting
LaRoy Mack, LDM Consultants is the newest Ambassador to receive his yellow ribbon from Glen Borkowski and debi Ross.
Trainer Cassi Williams (with President Amy Coghill) provided solid techniques on how to motivate your employees at a recent Membership Meeting.
Car Care Clinic MetroSouth Medical Center BAH
John Curtin, DO, MetroSouth Medical Center is joined by Trustee Ed Schussler and Marc Lochow , PrintSource Plus, at a recent BAH to celebrate the construction of their new location at 15614 S. Harlem Ave, Orland Park .
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Sparks Complete Auto Care hosted a Car Care Clinic for Chamber members. Virgil, Master Technician for Sparks provided a complete list of tasks to be sure you and your auto get through the winter weather without major problems.
OPACC Happenings Holiday Party 2011
Afterglow provided an evening of holiday music.
Papa Joe’s Restaurant has hosted the Chamber’s Annual Holiday Party for as long as anyone can remember. Sue Withers, Standard Bank, Paul Alberts, PA&T, President Amy Coghill and Keith Massey , Great Lakes Bank, join Mike Lorenzo, Jr., Mike Hardek, Citizens Bank, Paul Novak , Papa Joe’s(center) to say thanks so much Waddell & Reed, Kristin Zell, Leaders Bank and for your fantastic hospitality. Andy Varga, American Family Insurance were all smiles.
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Leticia Martino, Send Out Cards, Karen Grandinetti, Waddell & Reed and Debbie Most, Dust the Most, stopped for a moment to pose for a photo.
Landmark Flooring hosted their Christmas Party at Frankie’s Ristorante and Grace Emma joined Mommy/President Amy Coghill, Nick Cinquepalmi, Landmark Flooring and Frankie Santoro for a festive evening! Thanks for a wonderful party!
Food Pantry Keloryn Putnam, Amy Coghill and Marc Lochow presented Marianne Hill, Orland Food Pantry, with checks, toys and food collected at the party to help local families over the holidays.
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Resource Corner Orland Park Office of Special Services
OP Special Services Offers Centralized Info and Help and complete everything all in one stop,” he said, adding, “It’s quick and convenient.”
The Village of Orland Park Office of Special Services debuted Veterans Day, 2002. Since that time, the office has processed thousands of passports, enrolled hundreds of village residents in its Medical Identification Program, offered services and seminars for area veterans and held a number of seminars and specialty programs of interest to the community throughout the year. “The passport service is a big hit with the community,” said Orland Park Village Clerk David Maher. “People can make an appointment and find out what they need to apply for a passport, come in, get their picture taken
Orland Park’s Medical Identification Bracelet Program keeps confidential medical information on file with the Police Department in the event of an emergency. Participants wear the bracelet with an individually assigned code that corresponds to their information on file with the Police Department. If someone with one of our bracelets is unconscious or unable to communicate with emergency personnel, their information is on file with the Police Department and the responding officer can access it on the call. Nearly 600 village residents have joined the village’s bracelet program. The Rapid Recovery Program, also offered in conjunction
with the Police Department, is an electronic tracking system that will locate a resident who might have Alzheimer’s, autism or other special needs. Participants wear a personalized wrist band that emits a tracking signal. When caregivers notify the Police of a missing person, a search and rescue team responds, using the mobile tracking system. Special Services sponsors a number of seminars throughout the year. Past topics have included presentations with the National Alliance for Mental Illness, social networking site awareness for parents, safety seminars for college bound students and their parents, identity theft, transition seminars for parents of children with developmental disabilities, financial and banking fairs for village employees and residents, financial aid seminars for college bound students, understanding Medicare Part D, energy assistance fairs for residents having trouble paying utility bills, bi-annual coffees for seniors and health and job
An Important Tax Distinction: Employee or Independent Contractor?
Whether a worker is performing services as an employee or as an independent contractor depends upon the facts and circumstances and is generally determined based on whether the service recipient has the right to direct and control how the
information events for area veterans. “Orland Park’s Office of Special Services is a novelty,” Maher said. “I don’t know of any other municipality that offers this type of centralized service and information,” he added. One of the most popular programs is Special Services’ ‘Warm A Heart Winter Drive’. The people of Orland Park show how very generous they are each year when Special Services collects new hats, gloves and scarves for the needy. Special Services also provides free notary service in the Village Hall. Orland Park’s Office is Special Services is located off the lobby of the Frederick T. Owens Village Hall, 14700 South Ravinia Avenue. The office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. until 5:00 p.m. For more information, call 708/403-6188.
Glen Bylina, Mulcahy, Pauritsch, Salvador, & Co. Ltd.
worker performs the services. In many cases, the correct classification is unclear. The distinction between employee and independent contractor is important for many purposes among which are payroll taxes, worker’s compensation coverage, and eligibility for fringe benefits and retirement plan participation.
are concerned that you paid workers on a Form 1099 who should have been reported as employees on a Form W-2, then you can participate in this program. To be eligible to participate in program the employer must: 1. Consistently have treated the workers in the past as nonemployees, 2. Have filed all required Forms 1099 for the workers for the previous three years, and
The I.R.S. recently announced a new Voluntary Classification Settlement Program (VCSP) that will enable employers to resolve past worker classification issues and achieve certainty under the tax law at a low cost by voluntarily reclassifying their workers. In other words, if you
3. Not currently be under audit by the I.R.S. or under audit concerning the classification of workers by the Department
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of Labor or by a state government agency. The cost of participating in this program is approximately 10% of the gross amount reported on Forms 1099 for your most recent tax period. You will not be charged any interest and penalty on the 10% amount referred to above. You will also not be subject to an I.R.S. employment tax audit for prior years. In future years these workers will be classified as Form W-2 employees.
And Finally... Membe rs In t he Ne ws
Congratulations to Priscilla Steinmetz, Founder and Executive Director of The Bridge Teen Center….. Priscilla is one of just 20 local leaders from 17 states chosen as an After School Ambassador for 2011-12. Priscilla will continue directing or supporting The Bridge while also serving a one-year
Afterschool Ambassador term organizing public events, communicating with policy makers, and building support for afterschool programs.
under the Wealth Management listing. In conjunction with Five Star Professional, Chicago Magazine identified the «best in client satisfaction» wealth managers serving the Chicago area. This feature recognizes a select group of wealth managers who represent less than 2 percent of the wealth managers in the Chicago area.
Hats off to Dennis Canalini of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney in Orland Park…. Dennis has been named to Chicago Magazine’s 2011 Five Star as Best in Client Satisfaction
Member Spotlight2012 the quality instructor training and job placement offered at SCUBA EMPORIUM. SCUBA DIVING IN THE MIDWEST, WHO WOULD HAVE THOUGHT? Back in 1974 when Patrick Hammer opened his first store, most people had no idea what SCUBA was about. Today millions of divers are certified and the world knows all about SCUBA and a large percentage of people are divers. Patrick is one of only 50 PADI (Professional Association of Diving Instructors) Platinum course directors in the world. Over ten years ago, Hammer realized the need to move his store from Alsip to Orland Park. Orland was a growing area and he wanted to be the one to bring SCUBA to this dynamic community. This move proved to be one of the best moves SCUBA EMPORIUM has ever made. The store located at 16336 S. 104th Avenue has a training pool and offers swim classes, snorkeling classes and weekly entry level training for PADI. Having received many industry awards, SCUBA EMPORIUM is one of the strongest names in the Dive Industry. One of their most notable achievements was awarded for their Career Development Center.
was most proud of his involvement in creating a local dive site for dive enthusiasts in Lake Michigan. With Lake Michigan clearing up and offering up to 60 foot visibility, Hammer was instrumental in this creation by helping sink a 200 foot long ship in Lake Michigan. This dive site has become one of the key dive spots in the area. It is a safe wreck with lots of fish. Such manmade dives sites, or as we call them man made reefs, also have the added benefit of adding to the environment as they are great fish habitats.
Opening a SCUBA store in the Midwest was a true risk, but today SCUBA EMPORIUM runs SCUBA trips all over the world. Taking SCUBA enthusiasts on tours has proved to be a great way to see the world for Patrick and his crew. The store offers local trips and exotic travel to the Caribbean and the South Pacific. Our Instructor led trips are a great way to see the underwater world in these unfamiliar places and learn about the interesting critters that inhabit their waters. SCUBA is a great way to enhance any travel experience.
Has SCUBA been a secret interest for you? Stop into SCUBA EMPORIUM and see what it’s all about. SCUBA EMPORIUM has one of the best stocked show rooms and can handle all your snorkeling and SCUBA needs. You can reach Patrick at (708) 226-1614.
Children’s diving programs are conducted by Sherry Hammer. The SASY programs are for kids ages five to eight. They can enroll in the Seal Team and Master Seal Team programs as well as the snorkeling courses and even CPR. At age 10, children can enroll in the full SCUBA certification courses. We’re proud of the fact that our range of programs appeals to ages 5 to 75. Patrick Hammer
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Thursday, January 19 5:30 pm to 8:30 pm Please join us as we welcome Pl l our new 2012 President, Tami Khuntia, Sparks Complete Auto Care. Representative Renee Kosel will install our President and our new Board of Directors. Heavy hors d’oeuvres, beer, wine and soft drinks will be served. $45 per person. We hope you can be part of the celebration! Be sure to RSVP before January 13!
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OWN Lunch Committee Meeting
17 JANUARY 2012 Ambassadors Club Meeting
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Wednesday, January 11, 7:30am Silver Lake Country Club 14700 S. 82nd Ave. OP
Young Professionals
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Thursday, January 12 5:30 pm Sam Maguire’s Irish Pub & Restaurant 39 Orland Square Drive, OP
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Friday, January 13, 11:45am-1pm Orland Park Public Library 14920 S. Ravinia Ave. OP Recharge & Revitalize Speaker: Nicole Spanczak Bring a meal and Learn at Lunch
Tuesday, January 17, 8:30am Standard Bank & Trust 9700 W. 131st St. Palos Park Contact the Chamber Office if you’re interested in joining this committee
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Wednesday, January 18, 7:45 a.m. Silver Lake Country Club 14700 S. 82nd Avenue, OP
of the 2012 19Installation Board of Directors Thursday, January 19, 5:30-8:30pm Silver Lake Country Club 14700 S. 82nd Ave. OP $45/person RSVP by January 13
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Were You Wondering?
Congratulations to the following winners from our 2011 Community Expo. Scuba Emporium, Patrick Hammer won the drawing for completing the Expo Survey. Patrick won a FREE Members Spotlight article and a FREE Member of the Week email newsletter for 2012. This prize package was worth $75! Farmers Insurance representative Debbie Connelly won the Early Bird Exhibitor drawing of a FREE Newsletter or Calendar Insert or a FREE Member of the Week email newsletter for 2012. This prize package was worth as much as $175! Thanks you to all who participated in our 2011 Community Expo. We couldn’t have sponsored this event without you!
Member 26New Orientation
Thursday, January 26 7:45to 9:00 a.m. Smith Crossing 10501 Emilie Lane, OP Refreshments will be served This is for new and existing members as well as those interested in Chamber membership
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It’s gonna be another great one at OPACC!
