News From Goshen Chamber of Commerce

McGladrey & Pullen Announces New Assurance Director
McGladrey & Pullen LLP recentlynamed Joseph Cataldo as an assurance director in its Indiana practice. Cataldo comes to the firm with more than 16 years of experience providing audit and financial advisory services to private companies. He works with clients on the application of accounting principles, internal control policies and procedures implementation and various tax-related matters. "We are pleased that Joe has joined our team," said Troy Holland, McGladrey & Pullen's Indiana practice leader. "Joe's experience working with clients in a variety of industries, including manufacturing and wholesale distribution, consumer and industrial products and financial services will serve our clients well." Cataldo is a certified public accountant licensed by the state of Indiana. He is also a member of the Indiana CPA Society and the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants. He earned a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in accounting from the University of Notre Dame.

5th Annual Weekly Classic Car Cruise-In at Das Dutchman Essenhaus - The campus of Das Dutchman Essenhaus will be the host site of a weekly classic car cruise-in during the summer months with no participation or entry fee. The main campus is located at 240 U.S. 20 Middlebury, Indiana. Beginning May 6^th, 2010, and every Thursday evening through September, local collectors and enthusiasts as well as regional car clubs are invited and encouraged to drive their classic cars to the Essenhaus campus. With many local participants taking advantage of showcasing their own vehicles, Joel Miller, Vice President of Development and Facilities states, "We have a great property with abundant parking that allows participants and spectators alike to really enjoy their time here. On average, more than 150 cars are on display each week!" The weekly cruise-in events are scheduled each Thursday evening from 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm May through September. Guests will also enjoy door prize giveaways, coupons for shopping and dining, and 50's-style music each Thursday evening. Most evenings, hand dipped ice cream and occasionally live entertainment will be provided. Tourists and local guests are welcome to visit. Additional information regarding Das Dutchman Essenhaus can be obtained by calling 574-825-9471 or 800-455-9471, or via the Internet website www.essenhaus.com.

Indiana Chamber -

Health Care Reform: A Reality in 2010
April 29, 2010
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Hilton Indianapolis Hotel & Suites
Presented by ICE Miller, LLP

The day's discussion will include briefings by Ice Miller attorneys on the following topics:
· Background on health care reform debate
· Basic overview of key parts of the Act and timeline for implementation
· Taxpayers, taxes and penalties
· Impact on employers and benefit plans
· Status of challenges and other "repeal" efforts

To make reservations, please contact the Indiana Chamber.

Oaklawn Spring Spectacular - Friday, May 7, 2010, at Goshen College's Sauder Hall, Goshen, IN. Doors open at 7:00 p.m. for the 7:30 p.m. program. The Patron Party begins at 6:15 p.m. Featuring L.A. Times columnist Steven Lopez. A journalist for more than three decades, Lopez has won numerous national awards for his work at several publications, including Time magazine and the Los Angeles Times. He is the author of the recent bestseller, The Soloist, which was subsequently made into a major motion picture starring Jamie Foxx and Robert Downey, Jr. The book and movie chronicle the life of Nathaniel Anthony Ayers, a homeless Juilliard musician struggling with schizophrenia. Join us for this powerful story about mental illness and homelessness. The Spring Spectacular is the annual fundraiser for Oaklawn Foundation for Mental Health with proceeds assisting those who are unable to pay for mental health and addictions treatment. Ask about sponsorship opportunities for the Spring Spectacular.

Tickets call 574-537-2646