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February 2009
In This Issue
Featured Article
February Workshop
Upcoming Workshops
LACC Services & Opportunities
New Members/Membership Orientation
Business Seminar
New and Renewed LACC Members
 

LACC Valentine's Party
 
As Valentine's Day approaches indulge in "A Night to Remember." Friday, February 13th join the LACC at Biagio Banquet. Forgo the crowds and enjoy a lovely meal, cocktails, and Latin music. Capture the night with a complimentary photo and relish in the chance to win wonderful raffle prizes.
  
 
Friday, Febuary 13, 2008
 
Biagio Banquets
4242 North Central Ave.
Chicago, IL 60634
 
  Cocktails 6:30 - 7:30
Dinner 8PM 
Followed by Dancing and Open Bar
 
Entertainment by: DJ Tunes
  Valet Parking Included
Complimentary Photo per couple
Raffle Prize

  $150.00 per Couple/$75.00 per Person
 
 RSVP (773) 252-5211
[email protected]
 

Our Partners
 

SBA



 
 
 
 

Department of Planning and Development


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

US Census



Our Corporate Sponsors
 

 

Park National Bank


 

 
 
 
 
KMG 
 
 
Northwestern Mutual
 
TACA
 

National City Bank 

  Procurement Opportunities

Small Business Resources

Common Business Profiles
LACC Programs and Services
 

Financial Form Templates

Useful Links


Newsletter Archive
 

LACC Office:
3512 W Fullerton Ave  
Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: 773-252-5211
Fax: 773-252-7065
Greetings! 
 
The Latin American Chamber of Commerce (LACC) is looking forward to this month's upcoming events. LACC will be having its first annual Valentine's Party at Biagios Banquest on Friday, February 13th. Join  us for a lovely evening of dinner, cocktails, dancing, and chance to win raffle prizes. For ticket information please call the Chamber at 773-252-5211.
 
We would like to continue encouraging you to become an active member. We welcome your feedback as much as your support to the Chamber. Please contact us or visit our website for upcoming events and programs.  
 
 
Cordially,
 
Elio Montenegro

Chairman

 
February Workshop
 
Tuesday, February 10, 2009
 
Connecting Your Business Workshop
  
Join the Latin American Chamber of Commerce and Flowing Through Connection as we provide a workshop for both new and established business owners.  
 
New business owners generally don't know where to begin when choosing the right telephone or network system; "Do we need a key system or PBX?", "Do the phones need to be analog or IP?", "Do I have to stick with Microsoft for a network server?". 
 
Established business owners are overwhelmed when making a change.  "Is there a telephone system that can keep me in touch no matter where I am, and can I have just one number to receive all calls and faxes?", "Who deals with the different service providers?".
 
Come join us at our workshop "Connecting Your Business" to get these answers and learn about our products and services. You will be amazed at what you will be able to do.  
  
 
Presented by:  Ralph Garcia, Flowing Through Connection
  
                                      
Location:  LACC Office                   
                3512 W Fullerton Ave       
               Chicago, IL. 60647         
 
Time: 9:30 am.    Meter Parking!  
 
Cost:  Free for LACC Member 
           $5 for Non Members  

Reserve you seat to the workshop by calling
 773-252-5211 or emailing [email protected]

 

Upcoming Workshops: 

 

Tuesday, March 10, 2009
 
Marketing, Marketing, and More Marketing!

Learn how to market your company through emarketing, website, and other outlets. This workshop is great for businesses that are starting and want to introduce their company name or existing businesses that want to expand their target markets.
 
No company can survive without marketing. This workshop is instrumental for your company. Do not miss it!
 
Presented by:  Steve Robinson, Constant Contact &
              Alberto March, GrafMarc Marketing and Design
                          
Location:  LACC Office                   
                 3512 W Fullerton Ave       
                 Chicago, IL 60647         
 
Time: 9:30 am    Meter Parking!  
 
Cost:  Free for LACC Member 
           $5 for Non Members  

Reserve your seat to the workshop by calling
773-252-5211 or send email to
[email protected]
 
 
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Tuesday, April 14, 2009
 
How to Start Your Own Business Workshop
  
Want to start your own business but not sure which legal entity you should choose from? During this workshop you will find out the pros and cons of each legal entity (C-Corp, S-Corp, LLC, Sole Proprietorship, and Partnership.)  You will also learn the steps needed to start a business.
                                               
Location:
  LACC Office                   
                 3512 W Fullerton Ave       
                 Chicago, IL. 60647         
 
Time: 9:30 am.    Meter Parking!  
 
Cost:
  Free for LACC Member 
           $5 for Non Members  
 
Reserve you seat to the workshop by calling 773-252-5211 or emailing [email protected]
 
LACC Services & Opportunities
 
Procurement Opportunities
Register to receive weekly notices filled with updated information about Bids/Contracts and many procurement opportunities!
 
Free consultations for DBE's certified with IDOT
Contact: Jorge Sanchez-Ferrer
Transportation and Construction Consultant
[email protected]
773-252-5211 

MBE/WBE Certifications!
Send email to
[email protected]

Sponsorship Opportunities: Your Company Logo and Webling here!

Inquire more by calling Socorro at 773-252-5211 or
email [email protected]
 
 
New Members/Membership Orientation 
 
Thursday, March 19th 
 
Do you want to learn more about the Latin American Chamber of Commerce. This complimentary orientation is open to new members, current members, and those that are interested in joining the Chamber.
 
 
Location: National City Bank-Western Office
                 2300 N. Western Ave
                 Chicago, IL. 60647
 
Time: 5:00 pm 
 
Cost: Complimentary

Reserve your seat by email
[email protected]
or call Socorro at 773-252-5211
 
Sponsored by:
National City
----------------------------------------------------KMG 
Business Seminar
 
Wednesday, March 25, 2009
From "OK" to "Excellence"...
Unleashing Quantum Growth
A Special Seminar for Emerging Entrepreneurs and Small Business Owners
 
(Especially designed for leaders of companies of $0 to $25million in revenues)
 
For a detailed description of the seminar please click here
 
Location: LACC Office
                 3512 W Fullerton Ave
                 Chicago, IL 60647
 
Time:   9:30 am Registration
           10:00 am - 12:00 pm Workshop
 
Cost:  $75 if RSVP by 3/23; $95 thereafter
(includes light food and workshop materials)

Reserve your seat today: [email protected] or 773-252-5211

Sponsored by: KMG Enterprises & Latin American Chamber of Commerce
 
Thanks to our New and Renewed Members
 
NEW MEMBERS
 
Ezequiel Trevino
200 W. Adams
Chicago, IL 60606
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 312-502-5646
Operates the nation's most reliable and largest wireless voice and data network. Provides wireless service to business and individuals. 
  
Otavala Consulting
Tomi L. Wahlstrom
1720 S. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
Phone:312-753-5727
Email: [email protected]
Consutling group specializing in strategic management, human resources, organizational development, and business psychology.
Bruce Lines
2800 W. Armitage Ave.
Chicago, IL 60647
Phone: 773-342-5518
Bank providing personal, business, and commercial banking.
 
Alex Rudle
8600 W Bryn Mawr Ave
Chicago, IL 60631
Phone: 773-380-4031
Help clients manage financial risk and achieve financial security through insurance and investment products.

TACA Airlines
Joseph Diz
P. O. Box 32
Skokie, IL 60076
Phone: 847-470-3188
Email: [email protected]
International Airline that flies to Central and South America.

Las Tablas Colombian Steakhouse
Leo Suarez
4920 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60641
Phone: 773-202-0999
Email: [email protected]
Colombian Restaurant
 
Wright Business Institute
Joe Huber
445 E. Ohio Suite 400
Chicago, IL 60611
Phone: 312-645-8300
Email: [email protected]
Offers classes to improves skills in sales.
  
  
RENEWED MEMBERS
 
Edgar Punti
53 Douglas Ave
Elgin, IL 60120 
Phone: 773-732-5889
Email: [email protected]
Provides supplemental health and life insurance. 
Julie Savitt
21 N Skokie Hwy, Suite 107a
Lake Bluff, IL 60044
Phone: 847-235-2189
Email: [email protected]
Hauling service for construction/demolition trades for debris such as clay, dirt, concrete, asphalt and mix.  
 
Fred Martin
2171 Executive Drive Suite 250
Addison, IL 60101
Phone: 630-620-4000
Email: [email protected]
Sells and services office equipment and provides software solutions.
 
Mark Morales
6852 W Archer Ave.
Chicago, IL 60638
Phone: 773-362-2061
Email: [email protected]
Provides electric services to industrial, commercial, residential, & construction sites
 
Green Tech Group Inc.
Robin Baltierra
2827 S. Archer Ave.,
Chicago, IL 60608
Phone: 773-847-6190
Email: [email protected]
General Contractor and Developer, Design and Build Projects to meet LEED and Energy Star Ratings

Allied Realty Corporation
Sheldon Grad
5214 N. Western Ave. Suite 100
Chicago, IL 60625
Phone: 773-334-1100
Email: [email protected]
Real Estate of Nonresidential Buildings