eBusiness Update
Nov. 09, 2009 eBusiness Update
Chamber Wins Coveted Statewide Awards
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Awards Honor Website, the Catalyst, Resource Guide
AURORA, IL (November 6, 2009) - The Illinois Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives announced on Thursday, Nov. 5, that the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce was presented with first place in two categories at the first annual IACCE Communications Awards.  The chamber's website - www.AuroraChamber.com - and monthly publication - the Catalyst - were presented first place awards for their content and layout in the 700+ member category. In addition, the chamber's resource guide - offering members opportunities to promote and market their business's services and products - received an honorable mention in the 700+ member category.
Coffee & Connections: Expand Your Network
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Tuesday, Nov. 17, at 9:00 a.m.
Join fellow members, the Board of Directors and Chamber team to network and hear what is happening at the Aurora Regional Chamber. Sponsored in part by Executive Event. No cost for members. Call (630) 897-3751 to register.
 
Dozens have already registered; have you? Bring plenty of business cards!
Premier Members

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Nov. 19: Your Business Cash Options
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Your Business Cash Options: Funding in Today's World
Funding & Financing Options in Today's World
 
 
Elite Members

For information, contact Sally Rutledge-Ott, ACE.

95.9 The River

Eyeland Optical 

Rush-Copley Medical Center

98.3 WCCQ

Harris NA

Sequoia General Contracting Corp.

100.7 WRXQ

JB Architecture Group, Inc.

ServPro of Aurora

Alarm Detection Systems

Konen Insurance Agency

Sherwin-Williams

AquaTech Plumbing

Kunkel & Associates, Inc.

Sign*A*Rama

Aurora Corporate Center/Burgess Enterprises

Liberty Mutual - Dawn Tully

SmithAmundsen, LLC

Aurora Tri State

Midwest Dental Associates

Star 96.7

Aurora University

Old Second National Bank

Stumm Insurance, LLC

B2b Interactive Marketing

Painters District Council 30

the Visionary Agency

Chicago Premium Outlets

Paramount Theatre

VIRE Technologies

Chiro One

Play N Trade

W.W. Grainger

CL!X Portrait Studios

Plum Landing Retirement Community

Waubonsee Community College

Continental Acura of Naperville

Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 501

Weldstar

Continental Audi of Naperville

Provena Mercy Medical Center

Westfield Fox Valley

Continental Mazda of Naperville

Rasmussen College

WJOL-AM

Cricket Communications, Inc.

R.C. Wegman Construction Company

Young Dental Care, Ltd.

Dreyer Occupational Health Services

 River West Radiation Therapy Center

 

Ellis Towing, Inc.

 

 

 

Nov. 20: Leadership Forum: Inspiring Trust
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First in series for business leaders
Leadership Forum - Inspiring Trust
Upcoming Events at the Chamber
 
We hope to see you at some of these programs.
Ribbon Cutting: T-Mobile
Monday, November 16, at 1:00 p.m.
T-Mobile-Wireless Now, 2948 Kirk Road, Aurora
Sponsored in part by Executive Event

Tuesday, November 17, at 9:00 a.m.

Chamber Offices, 43 W. Galena Blvd., Aurora

Join fellow members, the Board of Directors and Chamber team to network your business and learn what is happening at the Chamber to benefit your business. Click here to RSVP. We look forward to seeing you.

 

Your Business Cash Options: Funding in Today's Business World

Thursday, November 19, at 11:00 a.m.

Stonebridge Country Club, 2705 Stonebridge Blvd., Aurora

Open discussion regarding local lending for businesses. $25 M $35 NM

 
Thursday, November 19, from 5:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Rasmussen College, 2363 Sequoia Drive, Aurora
RSVP to (630) 888-3500 by Friday, November 13 

 

Leadership Forum: Inspiring Trust

Friday, November 20, at 7:30 a.m.

Hotel Arista at CityGate Centre, 2139 CityGate Lane, Naperville

Aurora University Dunham School of Business and the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce bring you a new series on leadership. Join us for breakfast, discussion and networking. $25 per person

 
Ribbon Cutting: T-Mobile
Friday, November 20, at Noon
T-Mobile-Wireless Now, 13311 S. Route 59, Unit 101, Plainfield
In partnership with Plainfield Area Chamber of Commerce 

 

Opportunity Institute: Business Strategies

Friday, December 4, 8:00 - 11:30 a.m.

Painters District Council 30, 1905 Sequoia Drive, Aurora 

Small Business. Great Opportunities. Guest speakers will share effective business strategies and assist in identifying opportunities for those in attendance to grow their businesses. Networking, group discussion and learning will be expected. $39 per person

 

Holiday Celebration!

Wednesday, December 9, 2009, 4:30 p.m.

Paramount Theatre Grand Gallery, 23 E. Galena Blvd., Aurora

Where ambitious minds come to socialize. Sponsorships available; contact Sally Rutledge-Ott, ACE, at (630) 897-3782 for information.

 

Angel Expo

Friday, December 11, at 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 pm

Westfield Fox Valley

Chamber member not-for-profits will set up displays, collect food and toys for local families, reach out to introduce themselves and raise some money. Sponsored in part by Aurora Corporate Center, Westfield Fox Valley, the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce and S&C Promotional Products.


Welcome New Members
Visit our Member Directory here.

DeSio, Franzen & Associates, Ltd.

Steven P. Franzen, CPA
28371 Davis Prakway, UNit 103
Warrenville, IL 60555
(630) 657-1810
(630) 657-1820 fax 
Accounting Services 
 
Aurora Chamber Now Accepts American Express
 
In Response to Your Requests, Chamber Adds More Options
Jeanette Morris, director of finance, has announced that the Aurora Regional Chamber has added American Express as another option for members to pay for their dues, programs and other invoices. American Express now joins Visa, MasterCard and Discover as payment options. For more information, contact the Chamber at (630) 897-9214.
 
Holiday Assistance Request
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With the holiday season just around the corner, Fox Valley United Way is once again partnering with the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce to reach out a helping hand to those who are having difficulties during these tough economic times. 
 
While many of us are telling our children that there won't be a lot of gifts under the tree this year, many children in Aurora will not have any. That is, unless we do something to help. The Fox Valley United Way wants to help those needy families who won't have the means to provide gifts for their children this year.
 
Unfortunately for these families, many other resources in the community have dried up. Therefore, the Fox Valley United Way is partnering with the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce to ask businesses and their employees to consider making it a brighter holiday for area children. Here is how you can make a difference this holiday season:
 
Adopt an individual or family:
contact Fox Valley United Way at (630) 896-4636 and speak with Deborah Collins for details.
 
Make a monetary donation:
checks made payable to Fox Valley United Way, can be mailed to Fox Valley United Way, 40 West Downer Place, Aurora, IL 60506. Cash donations can be dropped off at this same address during normal business hours. Or visit www.uwfoxvalley.org to contribute by credit card.
 
Purchase a gift card
from a local grocery store to help provide a holiday meal for the family.
 
Drop off an unwrapped gift
at the United Way office or the Aurora Regional Chamber of Commerce office located at 43 West Galena Boulevard, Aurora, IL 60506
 
Please note: All gifts should be unwrapped and donations of any size are appreciated. Deadline for all contributions is Friday, Dec. 11.
 
Underneath everything we are, underneath everything we do, we are all people. Connected, Interdependent, United. And when we reach out a hand to one, we influence the condition of all. That's what it means to LIVE UNITED.  

Comfort Zone BBQ Now Open
After a Much-Anticipated Wait, Comfort Zone is Open
 
Comfort Zone Bar-B-Que Restaurant
37 W. New York Street
Aurora, IL 60506
(630) 897-7096
Fax: (630) 897-7132
http://www.comfortzonebbq.com
  
Golf Classic 2010 RFQ
Contact Pam Bellm for information. 
Planning for June Event Begins
The Aurora Regional Chamber has begun plan for the 2010 Annual Golf Classic to be held Wednesday, June 17. If you are interested in receiving a request for proposal to host the event, please contact the Chamber. Proposals are fue this month.
 
 
 
Contact Information
phone: (630) 897-9214
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