Palatine News
In This Issue
Key to Success
State of the Village
Reading the Economy
Chocolate & Champagne
Golf Outing
Fall Event
Advertise in the Newsletter
Ribbon Cutting
Showcase Your Business
Reap the Benefits
Contact Update Forms
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Healthsource Chiropractic
& Progressive Rehab
Jane Schager
20876 N. Rand Rd.
Deer Park, IL 60010
(847) 726-0044
www.healthsourcechiro.com
Getting you out of pain &
back to the things you love!

Trinity Academy of
Irish Dance
Christa Van Baale
136 E. Illinois St.
Palatine, IL 60067
(773) 529-4822
www.trinityirishdancers.com
World renowned Irish
dance academy.

D'Vine Wine & Gifts
Tom Goeller
742 W. Dundee Rd.
Palatine, IL 60074
(847) 359-9463
Wine retailer.
 
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February 2011
"Key to Success"

 

On Thursday, January 27, 2011, the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce held its "Key to Success" Awards & Installation. During the evening the Chamber recognized our "Key to Success" awards winners as well as our Chamber committees, volunteers, networking groups and sponsors. A slate of members that make up the 2011 Board of Directors was also installed. We want to thank all those who attended to help us honor and recognize our award winners and volunteers. A special thank you also goes out to Northrop Grumman, Palatine Bank & Trust and Arlington Park Racecourse for sponsoring our "Key to Success" event.

 

2010 "Key to Success" Award Winners

Member of the Year- Dina Scianna, Cornerstone National Bank & Trust

Business of the Year- Palatine Bank & Trust

Emerging Business of the Year- Preventative Healthcare, S.C.

Volunteer of the Year- Robert Bauer, Waddell & Reed

Community Organization of the Year- Palatine Jaycees

Village of Palatine     State of the Village


 

Join the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce as we host Mayor Jim Schwantz and Village Manager Reid Ottesen on Wednesday, February 9 from 8:00-9:00 a.m. at the Hotel Indigo. Learn about the accomplishments in 2010 and what we can look forward to in 2011 from the Village of Palatine.  
 

RSVP here

Jack Ablin2011: Reading the Mind of the Economy


A
New Year has just begun. What is in store for your business? Join the Biz 6 Plus Chambers as we welcome Jack Ablin, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer with Harris Private Bank to present an Economic Outlook. Mr. Ablin is a frequent contributor to CNBC, Bloomberg, The Wall Street Journal and Barron's and was named the top 100 Wealth Advisors in 2006 and 2010.

 

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

The Cotillion BanquetsHarris

(360 Creekside Dr., Palatine)

7:30 a.m. -9:00 a.m.

 

Registration form
Chocolate & Champagne Networking Eventchampagne

 

Mingle with members and network while you enjoy tastings of chocolate and champagne on Wednesday, February 9, 2011 from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. at the Crown Plaza Chicago/Northbrook (2875 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Northbrook, IL). Sponsorships are also available.


Participating Chambers: Buffalo Grove, Des Plaines, Glencoe, Glenview, Mount Prospect, Palatine, Skokie, Wheeling/Prospect Heights Area, and others.
 

Registration form

golf

DON'T MISS YOUR CHANCE-EARLY BIRD

GOLF SPECIAL

 

Register before March 15th for the Annual Golf Outing at Palatine Hills Golf Course on May 17, 2011 and save $20 per person. Sponsorship opportunities are still available as well. Don't know how to golf...volunteer! Call the Chamber office at 847-359-7200 to learn of the various ways to get involved in this year's

outing!

 

2011 Corporate Sponsors: Harris Bank
 

Registration form

2011 Fall Event


Plans for the 2011 Fall Event have begun. If you are interested in joining the committee that brought you the 2010 "Chairs!" to Palatine event, please contact Liz Noe at liznoe01@aol.com or Mindy at the Chamber office. We need your unique and creative energy!

Key NewsDon't miss your chance to reach over 2300 businesses in Palatine


Y
ou don't want to miss out on your chance to be included in March's "All Business" newsletter. Purchase an insert for $250 and market your business to all of Palatine. Space is limited. If you are interested in an insert or an ad space in our March newsletter, please email Eileen at graphics@palatinechamber.com. Be sure to secure your spot by Monday, February 7th!

cookie cardsRibbon Cutting


Cookie Cards

10 N. Bothwell St.

Palatine, IL 60067

(847) 496-7929

 


From left: Kerri Callahan, Cookie Cards; Chamber President Joe Quinn, Harris Bank; Kristine Kocanda, Cupcakes and More by Kristine; Cheryl Gosiewski, Chamber Membership Sales Consultant; Chamber Director Mindy Phillips; Ryan Callahan, Cookie Cards; and Marti Callahan, Cookie Cards.

Showcase Your Business
Host a Networking @ Nite
in 2011

The Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce is beginning to schedule Networking @ Nite events for 2011. Hosting a Networking @ Nite event allows our members to network in a casual setting. The host business opens their business to members and provides food and drink to those who attend. We also encourage 2 or 3 small businesses to share a sponsorship. If you are interested in hosting, contact the Chamber office for availability. Dates fill up fast!
Reap the Benefits of your Chamber Membership Investment!

Chamber Membership investments for 2010 expired on December 31st and you should have received your notice for your 2011 Membership Investment in November. If you have already invested in the benefits available in 2011, thank you. If you have not, please do so as soon as possible, you don't want to miss out on your chance to be a member of the Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce and reap the benefits in 2011. Continue your investment in the Chamber by renewing your membership today. If you misplaced your notice, contact the Chamber and a new one can be sent.
Contact Update Form


W
e will be sending you a Contact Update Form in the mail arriving in the coming weeks. This is very important, as it is the only contact that you will receive granting you the opportunity to update your information for the Community Guide. When you receive this form, be sure to review your contact information and make any necessary changes for your listing in the 2011-2012 Palatine Community Guide & Membership Directory.


 

chaching
 
Chamber Cha-Ching!
Do you want to earn $50? The Palatine Area Chamber of Commerce is offering $50 Chamber "Cha-Ching" certificates to any member who refers a business that joins the Chamber. But wait, it gets even better! You are eligible for the reward for each member you refer up to $250.
 
The certificates will be issued on a monthly basis and can be used toward almost any Chamber function from events to membership! Contact the Chamber office (847-359-7200) for more details.