News from Bedford Park-Clearing Industrial Association

Bedford Park - Clearing Industrial Association Newsletter

January 2012

Happy New Year

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Dates to Remember:

January 12
Breakfast Meeting

January 18
IDES Workshop

February 9
Breakfast Meeting

February 28
Quarterly Meeting

March 8
Breakfast Meeting

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Save the Date:
BPCIA
Business Expo
October 17, 2012
Hilton Oak Lawn

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Contact Us

Bedford Park-Clearing Industrial Association
5101 W. 67th Street
Bedford Park, IL. 60638

708-496-0336

Fax: 708-458-8885

Email:

donna@bpcia.org

Website:

www.bpcia.org

Happy New Year... It's time to become active and join the BPCIA:

One of the purposes of the Bedford Park-Clearing Industrial Association (BPCIA) is to keep our industrial community informed with information on issues that impact business in our area. We, as a business association, are faced with many outside influences including those of local, state and federal governmental agencies. These agencies have a bearing on all of our present and future plans for economic growth. We work closely with the Village of Bedford Park, the Police Department, the Fire Department, Public Works and the Water Department, so we can keep our members informed of actions which may impact their business.

The officers and directors of this Association have been actively and successfully pursuing many major projects of benefit to all of us. We have developed ever improving communications with local, state and federal agencies in such areas as traffic, police, fire, taxation, ecology, flood control, etc. Our quarterly meetings feature many fine speakers on these topcis.

This is a perfect time to consider joining the association as our fiscal year begins March 1st. We are aiming for 100% membership, because we know it is in this unity and strength that we can accomplish even more to ensure the growth of our business community. For more information please call 708-496-0336 or visit our website www.bpcia.org.

Membership Benefits:

Membership Directory listing
Quarterly Meetings (Luncheons with informative speakers)
Annual Meeting (Installation of Officers & Directors)
Business Referrals
Newsletter Article (Free to members)
E-Newsletter Logo Ad for a minimal fee
Business Expo
Breakfast Meetings (Business related topics are covered)
Speed Networking Events
Networking Events with surrounding chambers and groups
Golf Outings (3 per summer at Cog Hill Golf Course)
Business After Hours

Networking Business Expo coming in October

The BPCIA is hosting its seventh Networking Business Expo at the Hilton Oak Lawn on October 17th. The expo is a wonderful opportunity to showcase your business and display what your company can offer the community.

Reserve your exhibit table now, as space is limited. To reserve your spot or for more information, call Donna at 708-496-0336. Detailed information will be sent out in the new few months.

Interested in sponsoring this event?

We would like to offer you the opportunity to sponsor this event. Our goal is to reach $2000 in sponsorships. We are looking for one sole sponsor, two co-sponsors or four joint sponsors. This is a great opportunity to showcase your company while supporting the efforts of the association. Your company's name will appear on all printed materials, on the program handed out at the event, at each beverage station, and in our newsletter.

Levels of Sponsorships:

$2000 (1) - Sole sponsor - Logo on all printed material and publications thereafter. Includes exhibit table.

$1000 (2) - Co-Sponsors - Logo on all printed material and publications thereafter.Includes exhibit table.

$ 500 (4) - Joint Sponsors - Logo on all printed material and publications thereafter.

Employer Workshop
"Meeting Business Needs"

January 18 (Wednesday)

Northwestern College

7725 S. Harlem Avenue

Registration: 8:30 a.m.

Workshop: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Fee: $10.00 (Light breakfast provided)

Hosted by:

Bedford Park-Clearing Industrial Association, Bridgeview Chamber,

Burbank Chamber, Justice Chamber & Oak Lawn Chamber

Facilitated by the

Illinois Department of Employment Security

This workshop will include...

Work Opportunity Tax Credit - Learn how to reduce the cost of doing business, while helping those most in need gain valuable work experience. These incentives start at $2.400, and could amount to as much as $9,000 in tax credits for new hires.

Illinois Labor Market Information - Whether you need data on statewide or local wages paid for particular jobs, industry projections, or the condition of the labor force, IDES can help you.

"How To" U.I. Protest Guide - Includes detailed explanation of Protest Time Limits, Employer Charge-ability, Notice of Claim to Interested Party, Voluntary Leave and Misconduct.

Mock Adjudication Interviews - A demonstration of the interviews and processes conducted by local office staff with claimants and employers during the initial fact-finding investigation. Interviews on voluntary leaving, misconduct and refusal of work will be conducted.

Employ Illinois Veterans - What better decision to make as an employer than to hire a veteran. These individuals have training, take pride in their work and may also be able to earn you a tax credit for your business. Learn more at the workshop.

New Employee Bonding Program - Employers can apply for fidelity bonds through IDES.

To make a RESERVATION call 708-496-0336.

Upcoming Breakfast Meetings:

January 12 - How to Hire the Right People - Personal Branding Essentials

(Tim Sandberg, Challenger, Gray and Christmas)

Participants will get a basic understanding of why personal branding is essential in today's

marketplace.

The presentation focuses on:

The Elements of a dynamic brand

How participants want to be perceived by others

What communication channels to use

How to create buzz about your brand

How to measure your branding success being a part of 'The Team"

Using Linked In and other Social Media outlets (read: the hidden job market)

February 9 - Economic Development - Responsibility and Performance needed to Help U.S.

Businesses Thrive.

(Ivan Baker, Economic Development Director, Tinley Park, IL)

Government and economic development efforts can assist business in achieving more profits. Business leaders can play a vital role in workforce development and community development.

Working Together....the partnership can mean a thriving and dynamic city and business climate.

March 8 - Manufacturing - How to Survive and Thrive

(Tricia M. Kerns, Customer Service Manager/Information Systems Manager, Focal Point Lighting)

Learn what four areas manufacturing companies in the Midwest must embrace to be competitive in the global economy. This includes building a quality product, embracing lean, having the courage

to compete and investing in training and education for their workforce.

Quarterly Meeting coming February 28th:

Police Chief Daniel Godfrey will present the Bedford Park Police Department as it is today, with the new technology and its capabilities throughout the department. He would like to show the industrial companies where their tax dollars are being spent. He is very proud to show the recent upgrades to the department, and how it helps protect the community. Along with the current upgrades he would like to talk about his future plans for the department. Information will be mailed out shortly or call 708-496-0336 for venue details or to make a reservation.

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