LACC Corporate Sponsors:
Automatic Data Processing
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LACC Programs and Services |
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Secure Eco Shred
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My name is Ozzie Bruno. I am Vice President, Business Development & Sales for Secure Eco Shred. Our facilities are located at 4455 N Elston Avenue, Chicago, IL 60630.
Secure Eco Shred works with individuals and businesses that are afraid that sensitive documents in their possession can fall into the hands of identity thieves. Have you been or do you know anyone who has suffered because of identity theft?
For commercial purposes, Secure Eco Shred offers locked containers to secure documents, and a seamless process to shred those documents at the business premises. As a result, there is no chance that your documents will be blowing down any street or highway in the Windy City.
For homeowners, renters and home-office businesses, Secure Eco Shred offers a walk-in service where material can be dropped off at our facilities. The cost for this is 50 cents per pound, with a $10 minimum (or 20 pounds). Why suffer the frustration of trying to use a shredder that jams or overheats every few minutes.
Secure Eco Shred also will destroy your hard drives, compact discs, DVDs, magnetic tape and any other material containing sensitive information.
For more information, please call me at 773-685-0100. |
Money Smart Week-Chicago |
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Money Smart Week will be here be before you know it. The online calendar for the 2010 MSW is now available. You'll find more than 480 events taking place all over the city and throughout the suburbs. There are events for kids in kindergarten, seniors adjusting their budgets and everyone in between. You can go to a seminar that will help you manage your finances in these tough times, talk to an expert about your mortgage and top it off by attending a money fair. There are classes in Chinese, Korean, Polish and Spanish this year, too. Take a look, pick a few events and then invite your friends and family to join you at an MSW event the week of April 17-24, 2010. | |
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Greetings!
There is a good news from Washington for small business looking to expand their workforce. A Job Bill approved last week includes incentives that will help the bottom line of those businesses looking to increase the number of employees.
Among the highlights:
- An exemption from the 6.2 percent Social Security payroll tax for each worker hired on the condition that employee was unemployed for at least 60 days.
-Employers who keep an employee for at least a year will qualify for a $1,000 income tax credit.
As early signs of an economic recovery come to light, this initiative from Congress provides businesses contemplating expanding the workforce a bit of breathing room.
Saludos,
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Microsoft Commuity Connection Event |
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Tuesday, April 20, 2010
Come find out how small business software solutions can work better together.
Your invited to get a firsthand look at how Microsoft Windows Small Business Server 2008, Windows 7 Professional, Office Small Business 2007 and work together to help you save time, get organized, stay productive anywhere, and protect your data so you can spend more time growing your business.
· See live demos
· Try the software at live demo stations
· Technology experts will be on hand to answer questions
· Get a chance to win great prizes
Time: 10 am
Location: LACC Office
3512 W. Fullerton Ave. Chicago, IL
Speaker: Keith Carrizosa, Azure Horizons, Inc
Event attendees may be eligible to receive up to $600.00* to be used towards deployment services from a Microsoft partner of your choice to assist you with installation when used in conjunction with a purchase of Windows Small Business Server 2008, Windows 7 Professional, and/or Office Small Business 2007. You can purchase any one, or purchase all three to receive the maximum payout amount.
Don't miss this fun and informative event. Space is limited so be sure to register today!
To RSVP call 773-252-5211 or email workshop@latinamericanchamberofcommerce.com |
April Workshop |
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Thursday, April 22, 2010
How to Start a Small Business Workshop!
This is an introductory workshop that will review the necessary steps you need to take in order to start your small business. If you are at the Pre-Venture and/or Start-up stage for your business, this workshop is an interactive tool you need to add in your portfolio. Come get your questions answered and learn where to start to get the ball running towards success.
Presenters: Hazel Espinar, Attorney at Law will be discussing the difference in legal entities and which one is best for your business.
Yolanda Ruiz, Internal Revenue Service, will be showing you the steps needed in order to get your FEIN and how the IRS can help you when starting a small business. Location: LACC Office 3512 W Fullerton Ave Chicago, IL 60647
Time: 10am Meter Parking! Cost: Free for LACC Member $5 for Non Members
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2010 Census |
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The Latin American Chamber of Commerce is a Questionnaire Assistant Center and a Be Counted Site.
Questionnaire Assistance Center Provides in-person information and language assistance in completing the 2010 Census form. Hours are Mondays & Fridays from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Tuesdays & Thursdays from 12pm to 5 p.m. Assistance is in English and Spanish.
Be Counted Site Be counted forms available for anyone who did not receive a 2010 Census form or believes they were missed on their household's form. Be counted forms area available in English, Spanish, Korean, Chinese, Russian and Vietnamese.
For additional information visit 2010.census.gov/2010census |
Thanks to our New and Renewed Members |
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RENEWED MEMBERS
Chicago, IL 60638
Phone: 773-362-2061
Email: mmorales@cuttingedgeelectric.com
Provides electric services to industrial, commercial, residential, & construction sites
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.
Otavala Consulting
Tomi L. Wahlstrom
1720 S. Michigan Ave
Chicago, IL 60616
Phone:312-753-5727 Email: admin@otavala.com
Consutling group specializing in strategic management, human resources, organizational development, and business psychology. |
Business Accelerator Program |
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FREE Growth Coaching for Small Business Owners
Latin American Chamber of Commerce is pleased to partner again with American Family Insurance to bring our members Business Accelerator 2010, a FREE growth coaching series for small business owners. The coaches-led Dr. Bob Wright of the Wright Business Institute-will cover topics in the areas of Marketing, Sales and Finance. By popular demand, the program will also explore subjects such as managing risk, online marketing, social media and certification.
Business Accelerator launches its 2010 program with a live Symposium in Chicago on Tuesday, May 4th. After that it goes virtual, with the remainder of the business growth education delivered via webinars, email, and online videos and tools through October. Whether you are a past participant or joining for the first time, this FREE, award-winning program will help you take your business to the next level.
Don't miss out on this great opportunity! Last year's program was a huge success, with many Latin American Chamber of Commerce's members reaping the benefits of growth coaching and accelerating their businesses. For more information and to enroll in this FREE program, visit: amfambusinessaccelerator.com | |
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