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November 2009
In This Issue
Save the Date
November Workshops
Minority Business Leader Breakfast
Business Accelerator Mixer
Upcoming Workshops
Latino Fashion Week
National Diabetes Awareness Month
New and Renewed LACC Members
Census 2010
26th Ward
Save the Date
 
Thursday, December 10th
 
The LACC would like for you to save the date for our Annual Winter Bliss Holiday Party on
Thursday, December 10th at V-Live. More information to follow.
 
 
 

Our Partners
 

SBA



 
 
 
 

Department of Planning and Development


 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

US Census



Our Corporate Sponsors
 

 

Park National Bank


 

 
 
 
 
 
Northwestern Mutual
 
TACA
 

National City Bank 

Aetna 

ADP

  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!  LACC Chairman
 
As small business owners we are always looking for new and innovative ways to sell our products and services.  The Internet is one place that offers a world of opportunity but only if we can figure out how to maximize its potential.  A recent article in the Wall Street Journal (http://www.jsonline.com/business/65911392.html) tells the story of a Chicago couple who succeeded in creating an online business for their ideas.  The article and the links may help you gather enough information to take a leap into the world of Internet marketing/sales.

The holiday season is upon us and the LACC is ready to host what is to be one of the best Holiday parties of the year.  On December 10th we will be in the intimate leather lounge at V-LIVE in Chicago.  Special entertainment that evening provided by Tito Rojas.  Mark your calendars.  More detailed information will be coming your way soon!
 
Saludos,
Elio Montenegro
Chairman
November Workshops:
 
Tuesday, November 3, 2009
 
  How to Prevent Employee Discrimination
  
Learn how to prevent employee discrimination and other Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) issues. Also learn about the services the Illinois Department of Human Rights offers employees and employers.

Presenters: Ray Luna, Chief Legal Counsel
        Illinois Department of Human Rights  
                         
                  
Location:   LACC Office
                 3512 W Fullerton Ave       
                 Chicago, IL 60647         
 
Time: 9:30 am    Meter Parking!  
 
Cost:
  Complimentary Workshop 
  
You still have time to Reserve your seat
 by calling at 773-252-5211 or emailing
workshop@latinamericanchamberofcommerce.com
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Tuesday, November 17, 2009 
 
A Risk Management Seminar for Business Owners 
 
We will introduce risk management strategies to business owners. The workshop will explore a variety of tools that can help the business owner protect their business against the kinds of risks that can potentially derail even the best run business.  Topics will include managing the risks associated with owning a business, protecting business assets and employees, strategies to help grow your business, and exit strategies. 

Presented by: Alex Rudle, Financial Representative,  Northwestern Mutual  
 
 Location:
  LACC Office 
                    3512 W. Fullerton Ave.,                  
                    Chicago, IL. 60647 
    
Time:
  10:00 am Meter Parking!
 
Cost:
 Free for LACC Members
           $5 for Non LACC Members
 
Seats are filling up fast so RSVP today!
 
Reserve your seat by calling 773-252-5211 or send an email to
Minority Business Leaders Breakfast  
 
Thursday, November 19, 2009  
 
The Minority Business Leaders Breakfast formally known as "Presidents Breakfast Club" has been organized to facilitate networking among business, government leaders, and entrepreneurs. During the breakfast, everyone is encouraged to promote their respective businesses while becoming more familiar with the new projects at the LACC.
 
November's President Breakfast will feature Aetna presenting on Aetna's Illinois Community Plan.
 
*Bonus Presentation on the 2010 Census
 
Location:   Lazo's Restaurant                 
                 2009 N Western Ave                 
                 Chicago, IL 60647
 
Cost:  $10 before event, $20 at the door
 
Time: 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.  
 
Sponsored by : Aetna
 
 
Reserve your seat by calling 773-252-5211
Business Accelerator Program 
Business Accelerator Mixer
  
Monday, November 9, 2009
 
Many of our members took part in the program this year. If you're one of those people, here's an opportunity to meet some of your fellow participants. If you're not, come to this event and talk with those who joined in this year and find out about the program for next year.  Also, special guest, Mr. Andrew Hayes of Telemundo/NBC Chicago, will join us for the evening. In addition to networking, this evening will include the announcement of the Step It Up Chicago Business of the Year award winner, a short talk from Dr. Bob Wright on Finishing the Year Strong, and hors d'oeuvres and beverages.
 
Location: The Wright Business Institute
                 445 E. Ohio Street, Suite 340
                 Chicago, IL 60611
 
Time:  5:00 -7:00 PM 

For more information and to RSVP, go to
http://amfambusinessaccelerator.com/business_mixers.php
or call 888-297-3248
Upcoming Workshops:
 
 Tuesday, December 1, 2009            
 
 Understanding Payroll Workshop
 
This seminar will offer the latest Payroll Tax Law information. Most importantly, this presentation will emphasize on what the absolute guidelines a business in Illinois must follow are, in order to be 100 percent compliant with the IRS and the State of Illinois. There have been many changes in these laws. Particularly within the areas pertaining to employer/employee relationship.  
 
 
Presented by:  Blanca Castaneda, Senior District Manager ADP Small Business Services                     
                       
Location:   LACC Office                  
                 3512 W. Fullerton Ave.,                                                    Chicago, IL. 60647        
 
Time: 9:30 a.m.    Meter Parking!  
 
Cost:  Complimentary Workshop    
 
Reserve your seat to the workshop by calling   
773-252-5211 or send email to
workshop@latinamericanchamberofcommerce.com

Sponsored by: ADP

Latino Fashion Week 
Latino Fashion Week
 
Latino Fashion week runs from November 2nd till the 8th. Purchase tickets now.
 
For more information please visit their website at
http://www.latinofashionwk.com
 
Norwegian American HospitalNational Diabetes Awareness Month
 
Norwegian American Hospital is celebrating National Diabetes Awareness Month by hosting our Annual Diabetes Wellness Fair, "There's Nothing Sweet about Diabetes," where we will provide free diabetes and cholesterol screenings, blood pressure readings and A1C testing. Foot care will also be available, as well as exercise classes and samples of healthy food.
 
 
When: Saturday, November 14, 2009
 
Time: 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
 
Location: Norwegian American Hospital Cafeteria
                 1044 North Francisco Avenue, Second Floor
 
For more information, please call 773-395-3000
 

 
Thanks to our New and Renewed Members
 
NEW MEMBERS
 
Blanca Castaneda
209 W. Jackson Blvd. 12th Fl
Chicago, IL 60606
Email: blanca_castaneda@adp.com
Phone: 312-935-7143
Payroll and wokers compensation
 
CCA Telecommunications
Christopher Avent
8324 S. Calumet
Chicago, IL 60619
Email: chrisavent@hotmail.com
Phone: 773-269-9836

Telecommunication Consulting
Bob Tucker Sr. 
3440 N. Knox
Chicago, IL 60641
Email: rtucker@cdi-corp.com
Phone: 773-205-2960
Manufactures Collegiate & High School Licensed Products to Bookstores and Specialty shops
 

 
   
RENEWED MEMBERS
 
Jose Roque
815 N. Milwaukee Ave.
Chicago, IL 60622
Email: jroqueplumbing@sbcglobal.net
Phone: 312-829-6165
Plumbing company
 
Janet Kaiser
430 Meyer Rd
Bensenville, IL 60106
Phone:630-595-3900
Email: cms@centurymetalspinning.com
Sheet metal manufacturing and metal spinning process.

UGL Equis
Yvonne Brabb
161 North Clark St, Suite 2400
Chicago, IL 60601
Phone: 312-424-8218
Email: yvonne.brabb@ugl-equis.com
Global Real Estate Firm.

Census 20102010 Census Recruiting Effort

Our recruiting efforts for 2009 census taker jobs has ended. However, our peak recruitment effort begins in the fall of 2009, with the majority of hiring taking place in the spring of 2010. If you would like to prepare for the upcoming recruitment effort, you may download and print the Census Practice Test. The practice test is similar to the actual test, which measures basic skills, abilities, and knowledge required to perform a variety of census jobs.
If you have already applied for a census taker job, your application will remain active and you do not need to reapply. However, if you need to update your contact information provided on your application, you may do so by calling our toll-free Jobs Line at 1-866-861-2010 where you will be routed to your Local Census Office.
To learn about other census jobs in your area, please visit the 2010 Census Regional Offices Web site, select your state on the map provided, and then select the "Regional Employment" option. 
               For More Information Click Here
 
26th Ward 
 
Your new 26th Ward Alderman, Roberto Maldonado, is inviting you to the next Public Safety Committee Meeting.
 
Wednesday, November 4, 2009
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Humboldt Park Fieldhouse
1440 Sacramento Ave
Chicago, IL 60623
 
For more information please call 773-395-0143