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DON'T MISS...
- WELCOME NEW MEMBER!
- Jobs Jobs Jobs
- 2012 GMACC Event Calendar
- Everything Events
- Member Memos
- Chamber Ambassadors
- Partner Perks
- Chamber Quick Links
Get the most from your Chamber eBlast communication by "clicking" on all underlined words. They provide related links and reference documents. Or, Visit the Chamber website to access this and previous messages from the GMACC. |
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Say HELLO to...
ERC Chicago. They are now GMACC members!
Location: 625 S. Railroad, Unit D, Montgomery - 630-229-6976
Contact Jason DeCarlo at 630-229-6976
ERC -- an Environmentally Responsible company -- is a recycling company specializing in electronics and e-waste. |
2012 GMACC Event Calendar
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CHAMBER HOSTED EVENTS:
SAVE THESE DATES in 2012!
- Every Tuesday: Leads Group / 12-1 pm at Village Hall (Exception: 4th Tuesdays Leads Group is at Member Luncheon - location moves from month to month)
- Every 3rd Wednesday: Ambassador Group / 8-9 am at Village Hall
- Every 4th Tuesday: "Not-For-Members-Only" Lunch / 11:30 am - 1 pm (Location varies)
- November 27: New Member Lunch! (NEW event!)
- December 2: Village Tree Lighting
- December 6: GMACC/MEDC Holiday Party
Visit the Chamber website for updates on these and other Chamber events
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 JobsTaxCredit.Illinois.gov
$2,500 Illinois Small Business Job Creation Tax Credit - Expanded Jobs Creation Program
Beginning July 1, 2012: Eligible wage $10/hr; PEO's now eligible to receive credit.
MORE INFO: https://jobstaxcredit.illinois.gov/SBJCTC-FLYER.pdf
"Business owners can go online and register for their tax credits, provide substantiating data, and print out their credit certificates, without ever having to leave their office. This
law gives employers a strong incentive to continue providing good jobs for workers who
need it most."
-Governor Pat Quinn
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Is there an After Hours in our future?
Yes, if you are hosting one. Contact Pam at the Chamber office, 630-897-8137 to get on our schedule.
AND... Please send your press releases to gmacc@montgomery-illinois.org so we can help share your news with our members.
(No fee -- this is one of your membership benefits.) |
OCTOBER
2/9/16/23/30:
LEADS GROUP MEETING
12-1 PM / Village Hall - 200 N. River Street, Montgomery
(Please note: 4th Tuesdays, Leads Group meets at the
Not-For-Members-Only Luncheon. Scroll down for details.)
Interested in joining the Leads Group?
Contact: Jennifer Jones Sinnott at 630-606-3967. |
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 11:
DEALS ON WHEELS:
A COMMERCIAL PROPERTY TOUR OF MONTGOMERY, IL
8:30 am - 11:30 am / Tour begins at Montgomery Village Hall
- 200 N. River Street
The MEDC and Village of Montgomery are teaming up to offer a luxury bus tour of available commercial and retail properties in Montgomery.
A light breakfast will be provided at the start of the event. The tour will conclude with an optional lunch at Historic Gray's Mill for $10. Several of the stops will include an interior tour and listing sheets will be provided.
Call the MEDC for more information: 630-897-6748. |
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13 & 14
BUSHELS OF FUN
It's a weekend for Families! Bring the Kids and Celebrate Autumn!
We're celebrating this beautiful time of the year in the Garden Center & Flower Shop - join us for a fun family experience! Kids can color & play games while you stroll through Schaefer's - all dressed up in Pumpkins, Cornstalks, Straw Bales, Mums, Asters, Pansies, Bulbs, Autumn & Halloween Decor and more!
Saturday & Sunday...
- Fall Flowers & Fun Facts Scavenger Hunt
- Prairie State Pumpkin Wine Tasting
- Enter to win a FREE $100 Schaefer Gift Card
- FREE Pictures with our Silly Scarecrow! 11am-1pm
Sunday only...
- FREE Petting Zoo & Pony Rides! 11am-1pm
- FREE Face Painting by Airbrush N' You - 11am-1pm
- Fall into Story Time w/Miss Kimberly - 10:30/11:30/12:30
DETAILS HERE or visit: www.schaefergreenhouses.com |
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23:
GMACC "NOT-FOR-MEMBERS-ONLY" LUNCH
11:30 am - 1 pm / Rosati's Pizza - 2083 Orchard Rd in Montgomery
Southern Charm Meets Chicago-style Pizza!
Chamber Members, guests and prospective members are invited to meet and mingle with Board Members, Ambassadors and Village  Officials in a friendly, relaxed atmosphere.
Guest Speaker this month
is Chris Hamilton, Executive Director, Aurora Convention & Visitors' Bureau.
INFO/REGISTRATION |
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NOW THROUGH DECEMBER 6:
MEDC iPad 3 RAFFLE
The Montgomery Economic Development Corporation is pleased to announce the return of its annual iPad raffle.
Sponsors this year include: Earthmover Credit Union, Dr. Neil Schlupp from Montgomery Chiropractic, Engineering Enterprises, Inc., Dolan and Murphy Inc. Real Estate, Smoke Plus and the Kalish family. These generous sponsors have all pitched in to purchase this incredible Raffle prize! It's thinner, lighter and faster than last year's model; The drawing will be at "The Taste of Montgomery, " MEDC/GMACC Holiday Party on December 6, 2012. Be sure to mark your calendar for this fun filled evening! (From 5-8 pm)
If you or your business would like to reserve, purchase or sell tickets and/or post a flyer for the raffle, please contact the MEDC office at 630-897-6748 or Char's cell @ 815-703-1338.
CLICK HERE FOR LOTS MORE INFO... |
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PLAN NOW FOR JANUARY...
19 & 26, 2013 (both days required):
TRAIN TO CHANGE A LIFE: BE A TUTOR!
9 am - 3:30 pm (both days)/ Waubonsee Community College - New Aurora Campus at 18 S. River Street, Aurora, IL
Adult Literacy Project
- Work with individual students learning English or basic literacy skills OR assist teachers in classes -- English as a Second Language (ESL) or Adult Basic Education (GED)
- Choose your own schedule
- Ongoing support and professional development
- Free training
Contact Elsie Mills, Volunteer Tutor Coordinator.
630-801-7900 ext 4221 emills@waubonsee.edu |
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Workshops to Help Your Business Thrive!
QuickBooks Test Drive (FREE)
- Oct 9/ 6:30-8:30 pm - Aurora
- Oct 25/ 6:30-8:30 - Aurora
- Nov 6/ 6:30-8:30 - Aurora
- Nov 29/ 6:30-8:30 - Aurora
Starting Your Business in Illinois ($30)
- Oct 16/ 6-9 pm - Aurora
- Nov 15/ 6-9 pm - Sugar Grove
- Dec 5/ 6-9 pm - Aurora
Social Media Marketing for Small Business ($30)
- Oct 11/ 6-9 pm - Sugar Grove
Is Franchising Right for You? ($30)
- Oct 24/ 6-9 pm - Aurora
Marketing for Small Business ($30)
- Nov 1/ 6-9 pm - Sugar Grove
Step Into Retail ($30)
- Nov 6/ 6-9 pm - Aurora
Small Business Tax Workshop ($30)
- Nov 13/ 6-9 pm - Aurora
Facebook for Business ($30)
- Nov 28/ 7-8 pm - Online
Brought to you by Waubonsee Community College
Illinois Small Business Development Center
- 18 S. River Street, Aurora, IL 60506
Advance Registration Required. Call: 630-906-4143 |
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Member, Chad Johansen says:
"Enjoy great deals throughout October...!"
$35 October Super Saver - Includes Cart
Oct 6th & 7th - After 12 pm (Not valid for Outings or Leagues. Senior Rates do not apply.)
For All Fall Rates, visit: www.blackberryoaks.com/documents/fallratesbboaks
AND, SAVE THE DATE!! November 11, 2012 - "TURKEY SHOOT"
Have questions? Call 630-553-7170 or, visit www.Blackberryoaks.com |
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Have something to share with fellow Chamber Members?
Send an email to the Chamber Office, or, call: 630-897-8137 |
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Your GMACC Ambassadors...
What are Ambassadors?
The Chamber's Ambassadors are members who volunteer their time in order to provide an invaluable link between the Chamber and the Community. They will ensure that all GMACC Members receive the maximum benefits from their investment.
The primary Ambassadors responsibilities are to help in the retention of members, recruitment of new members and to make sure all members feel that their business is truly benefiting from being involved in the Montgomery community.
Ambassador Duties Include...
- Mentor new members by inviting them to Chamber events and introducing them to other members.
- Promote the Greater Montgomery Area Chamber of Commerce and invite businesses to join.
- Attend and/or assist in Chamber activities and events.
- Provide feedback from discussions with new members to the Chamber so that we can continually strive to meet and exceed their expectations.
- Attend monthly Member Luncheon and Ambassador meeting.
- Make every effort to attend ribbon cuttings and other publicity events on behalf of the Chamber.
If you would like to be part of this Group call the Chamber office at 630.897.8137 or send an email to GMACC@Montgomery-Illinois.org. |
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Take Advantage of Partner Perks...
NEW!! GMACC MEMBERS RECEIVE
16% DISCOUNT ON IT SERVICES.
Call Mike Pfeifer for Details:
630-235-9440
DISCOUNT ON CONSTANT CONTACT FOR GMACC MEMBERS
As a GMACC member, you can get some of the biggest discounts on Constant Contact's Email Marketing to help you stay in touch with your customers.
- Get 20% off for six months when you pre-pay
- Get 25% off for a year when you pre-pay -it's like getting
three months FREE
- Plus, you get our unlimited, award-winning FREE support
and personal coaching to help you do it right every step of the way!
CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFO
Become a Partner & Promote Your Business
 What's a Partner Perk...? A Members-Only Privilege. Members offer exclusive opportunities for other members. Examples: Specials/Discount on Products/Services, Consultation in your Business Area of Expertise, Barter Services with each other. Partner Perks are limited only by your imagination and ingenuity! Your Chamber is dedicated to building partnerships among our members, so think about what you have to offer and what you are looking for in partnerships with fellow members.
Questions? Call the Chamber Office: 630-897-8137. |
GMACC: Promoting Partnerships
for Business Success |
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SEE YOUR BUSINESS HERE EACH MONTH, ALL YEAR LONG. CALL THE CHAMBER TO FIND OUT HOW.
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