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Thursday, March 20th, 2008
Marcello's
Father and Son 645 West North Ave
Chicago, IL 60610
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Procurement Opportunities
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LACC Programs and Services
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LACC Office:
3512 W Fullerton Ave
Chicago, IL 60647 Phone: 773-252-5211
Fax: 773-252-7065
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This month we are coming with another grand event. The LACC is proud to present Alexi Giannoulias, State Treasurer and we hope you don't miss the opportunity to meet him. Come learn about the programs that are giving, opportunity, prosperity and hope to entrepreneurs and business owners in Illinois.
The BP America, Inc. Youth Entrepreneurship Program - Hope Street began and is in full swing! Another program just launched is for Entrepreneurs and Venture Capitalist to be joined this year to fulfill the Entrepreneur ideal business. For more information on these two programs and to get involved contact the Chamber.
The LACC had a successful Business After Hour Networking Event at DeLaCosta. Thank you every one who attended. Over 200 guests attended greatly in part to the support of the Chicago Latino Network. Big thanks to our sponsors and DeLaCosta for hosting a beautiful event!
Cordially,
Bennett Santana,
Executive Director & Chairman |
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Business After Hour Networking Event Success!
To view pictures of the Networking Event click on the DLC Logo!
LACC wants to thank the volunteers for a great event!
Pat Roa-Perez, JPR Funding Solutions
Susanne Moncreiff, Corporate Motivation, Inc.
Carmen Negron, Bashir Business Group
Vanessa Torres, The Miracle Center
Robert Giljen & Patrycja Janocha, Park National Bank
Congratulations to all Raffle Winners:
� 1st Prize: Dinner for two at DLC, theatre tickets from WNUA & one a night hotel stay.
Ciria Serrano
Executive Editor, LatinWebzine
� 2nd Prize: Mini Spa Day compliments of Colette Salon & Day Spa.
Antonio Guillen,
Senior Vice President, Park National Bank
� 3rd Prize: One hour therapeutic massage compliments of Dr. Vesna Skul's Wellness Center.
Charles Harrell Sr.,
Executive Vice President, Marketing and Sales,
The I.T. Architect Corporation
� 4th Prize: Certificate to Holmes Place Health Club
John Thornton Davis,
New England Financial
� 5th Prize: The Ceviche Book signed by Chef Douglas
David Blocher,
Business Banking Officer, Citibank
Glamourous Sponsors:
Media Sponsor:
Compliments of
CORPORATION MOTIVATION, INC.
the winner of a the USB Storage Disk/Executive Pen is Pamela Perkins,
Business Service Manager, SERCO.
Compliments of
The IT Architect Corporation
the winner of the Samsung Bluetooth Headset is
Vanessa Linsell,
Financial Executive Recruiter, C&A, LLC
Congratulations to the winners!
We appreciate your comments!
"Last night was my first time attending an event hosted by the Latin American Chamber of Commerce. I thought the event was very well attended and organized, and I would like to be included on any mailing list for future events."
-Peter, Northern Trust Co.
"Last night's reception was a great success, thanks in part to your hard work. Congratulations! "
-Frank A. Diaz, Casa Central |
March LACC Monthly Business Workshop
State Certifications
The State of Illinois buys everything from food to trucks to office furniture to consulting services. Since they run social service facilities, office buildings, garages, state parks and more, the State needs virtually everything consumers and businesses need. So chances are they buy what you sell.
The Department of Central Management Services (CMS), Business Enterprise Program (BEP) would like to make you aware of opportunities by becoming certified with BEP and how to Sell2Illinois.
Special Bonus Presentation! How to do business with the City of Chicago?
Not only learn about how to do business with the State of Illinois but also the City of Chicago. Come to learn how to get certified as an MBE or WBE and how to do business with the City. Location: LACC Office 3512 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago
Time: 9:30 a.m.
Reserve your seat by calling at 773-252-5211
or send email to
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LACC Business Luncheon Series
Keynote Speaker;
Office of the State Treasurer
Alexi Giannoulias
Marcello's
645 W. North Avenue
Chicago, IL 60610
Price p/p:
$45.00 Members!
$50.00 Before the Event!
$60.00 At the event!
| Registration and Reception: 11:00 AM
Keynote Speaker Presentation: 11:30 AM
Luncheon 12:15 PM |
Sponsored by: 
FOR TICKETS CALL: 773-252-5211 or click here
Business Owners & Entrepreneurs (BO&E), why should you attend? The State Treasurer has pioneered in providing low interest loans to entrepreneurs. Arrays of programs are available and are at arms reach. Come to discover why the Office of the State Treasurer's is a Champion for Businesses in Illinois.
Banks and Financial Institutions, if you are participating in the State Treasurer Programs, you need to be present to speak with potential BO&E needing your loan!
Please call to learn about how your company can co-sponsor this great event! 773-252-5211 |
LACC Services & Opportunities
Procurement Opportunities
Register to receive weekly notices filled with updated information about Bids/Contracts and many procurement opportunities!
MBE/WBE Certifications!
Send email to
[email protected]
President Breakfast Club Key Note Speaker/Sponsor
opportunity available for March 11, 2008.
Become Visible
Sponsorship opportunities available!
Inquire more by calling Luz at 773-252-5211 or
email [email protected]
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April Events!
Mark your calendar: Thursday, April 10, 2008
LACC Lunch and Learn Series:
"How to do Business with the Chicago Public Schools (CPS)"
Octavio Rivas will be presenting business opportunities with the Chicago Public Schools. He will also discuss the benefits and significance of becoming certified as a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE), Woman Business Enterprise (WBE), and Disadvantage Business Enterprise (DBE). Location: Park National Bank
2958 N. Milwaukee Ave
Chicago, IL 60618
(Parking is available behind Park National Bank)
Time: 11:30 a.m.
Cost: Free for Current LACC Members
$10 for Non-LACC Members
Reserve your seat by calling at 773-252-5211
or send email to
[email protected]
Sponsored by:
Mark your calendar: Tuesday, April 15, 2008
April LACC Monthly Business Workshop:
How to start your business!
This is an introductory workshop that will review the necessary steps needed to take in order to start a small business. The workshop is targeted towards individuals planning to start a new business, and for companies in the start-up process (less than one year old). The Forum is interactive in order for individuals to get their questions answered.
Bonus Presentation by:
Pat Roa-Perez, JPR Funding Solutions
Pat will be sharing her experience and expertise on how to manage your business from home and will reveal how to conquer the challenges of working from your home!
Location: LACC Office
3512 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago
Time: 9:30 a.m.
This is a Complimentary Event!
Sponsor this event and have your logo & link here!
Mark your calendar: Tuesday, April 22, 2008
Bid Workshop: How to find federal contracts and
How to get them?
HACIA & LACC in collaboration with SBTRC
Presented: by PTAC
If you are a minority in business from 1 to 5 years and want to learn the basics of how to find federal contracts and how to get them this workshop is for you. The workshop will cover where to search for bid opportunity through many different agencies.
Location: UIC (room TBA)
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Cost: $10.00
* Seats are limited so RSVP today!
  
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BP Amercia Inc.: Youth Entrepreneur Program Hope Street
The LACC introduced the Youth Entrepreneur Program (YEP) sponsored by BP America Inc.! The YEP began on Tuesday March 4th, 2008 and the students are excited to begin the journey of learning how to be an entrepreneur. Two available seats remain!
The LACC is seeking Experienced Entrepreneurs and Business Owners are to be mentors and keynote speakers! If you are interested please call Socorro at 773- 252-5211 for more information.
The DCEO & LACC ALL Stars Entrepreneurship Project
If you are in business with the following characteristics:
1. Fully formed management team
2. Fast Grow Industry (20% growth a year)
3. New technology business that can revolutionize an industry or a establish business with a new model
4. You have a clear exit strategy
Then, you will be a potential candidate for
Venture Capital!
Call if you would like to:
For more information please contact Luz at 773-252-5211 |
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LACC Members Bulletin Board
Latino Social Magazine!
Contact: Jorge Gentile,
Rosa's Hair Design
Contact: Rosa Vargas
3056 W. Irving Park Rd.
Chicago IL 60618
(773) 604-8708
Rosa's Hair Design is offering to the LACC members a FREE haircut with the purchase of any chemical service.
The IT Architect Corporation
Contact: Charles Harrell Sr.
(312) 617-0540
Special offer for the LACC Members on selected phones including the newest phones (Palms Treo 755p, Palms Centro, THC Touch, Blackberry pearl, and Motorola RAZR V9). Offer ends March 31st, 2008.
click here to view the special offers
***For Members Only:
1. Would you like to make an announcement in the Monthly Newsletter?
Ensure to have your membership dues paid timely! Ensure to send your company's news timely, no later than the 25th of every month in order to be posted on the Bulletin Board.
2. You are away from the office and need to check your email and follow up phone calls?
Visit the Chamber; Members have privilege access to the Business Office Center. Keep the Chamber in your contacts 773-252-5211, and call to ensure availability. |
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Thanks to our New and Renewed Members
NEW MEMBERS
Raiza Mendoza
660 N. Industrial Drive
Elmhurst, IL 60126
Phone: 630-758-2744
Email: [email protected]
Coordinate donation process in IL and IN.
Hispanic Consulting Group
Elio Montenegro, Proprietor
339 Maple Ave.
Wilmette, IL. 60091
Phone: 847-853-1107
Email:[email protected]
Hispanic Communications & Media Consulting Group.
Advanced Spine & Sport Care
Jose Aguilar, Chiropractic Physician
4552 N. Magnolia St.
Chicago, IL. 60640
Phone: 773-769-2225
Email: [email protected]
Healthcare Provider.
RENEWED MEMBERS
Ray Arias
566 W. Lake St., Suite 492
Phone: 312-928-0667
Email: [email protected]
IT Consulting and Business Inteligence Data warehouse
United Business Solutions LLC
Fred Martin, Managing Partner
2171 Executive Drive Suite 250
Addison, IL 60101
Phone: 630-620-4000
Email: [email protected]
Independent distributors of copiers, printers and MFP technologies.
Maxim Electrical Contractors, Inc
Judy Hurtado, President
242 Triggs Ave.
Elgin, IL 60123
Phone: 847-608-1859
Electrical Construction Contractors. Ventura Enterprises, Inc.
Daniel Ventura, President
1925 S. Western Ave.
Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: 312-226-8131
Email: [email protected]
Installation of glass, window, and millwork.
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is also hosting a Community Outreach Event sponsored by:
Greater Northwest Chicago Development Corporation
Hispanic Banker's Association
Latin American Chamber of Commerce
North Pulaski Armitage Chamber of Commerce
Thursday, March 13th
5:30 P.M. - 7:30 P.M.
Featuring
Refreshments and Appetizers will be served.
This is a complimentary event! RSVP is required.
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Save the Date in 2008!
Sponsorship opportunities available call Luz Roman for more information 773-252-5211!!
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IRS Phone Forums
Small business phone forums enable the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) to address issues involving small businesses without having to leave your home or office. The programs are designed to provide presentations on key topics. The phone forums are free of charge. These forums can be held either at the local or national level.
Please visit the IRS website to find out when the phone forums will be occuring. | |
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