Events for July 2014
Highland Park Chamber of Commerce
Feb 5 - Aug 5    North Shore Business Owner Teams with Front Row Foundation to Create Once-in-a-L

Chicago, Illinois – February 1, 2014 - For those facing critical health challenges, positive and memorable experiences with loved ones become moments that are cherished forever. On Feb. 1, local business owner Carey Smolensky teamed with Front Row Foundation to give six-year-old Kadeen Alansari and his family of Huntley, Ill. a once-in-a-lifetime experience that made Alansari’s dreams come true for one special weekend. Front Row Foundation, which will celebrate it’s ten year anniversary in 2015, is a non-profit organization that puts people braving health conditions in the front row of their favorite concerts, sporting events and live theater. Smolensky is one of the founding board members of the charity, and also led the memorable outing for the family.
 

"Our dream is to provide a Front Row experience that will allow individuals to set aside any physical or emotional challenges while they celebrate the beauty and emotional energy of life," is the goal of Front Row Foundation as stated on their website.
 

Alansari, like most kindergarteners, enjoys riding his bike, making art, and spending time with his three siblings. However unlike most children his age, Alansari also suffers from a health issue called Juvenile Pilocytic Astrocytoma, which causes brain tumors and requires chemotherapy. For his Front Row experience, Alansari, who loves everything Mickey Mouse, wished to see “Disney on Ice” with his family in downtown Chicago.
 

The weekend began with the Alansari, his parents and his siblings being delivered by limousine from their home to an over-night stay at the Ritz Carlton Chicago. Alansari’s special day started with Smolensky picking up the family from the hotel and whisking them to enjoy the front row of “Disney on Ice” at the United Center. Following the show, the group went to Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab for a delicious meal filled with Alansari’s favorite food, steak; followed by a trip to the Disney Store with lots of surprises along the way.
 

“For one incredible day, we were able to ease the pain and struggle of his illness and just let him be a normal kid enjoying all of his favorite things. That’s why I am proud to be part of the Front Row Foundation, for the chance to help make someone’s dreams come true,” said Wheeling, Illinois business owner Smolensky, who has also led two other Front Row experiences for past recipients.
 

Smolensky is President and Owner of Carey Smolensky Productions and Mobile Music Interactive Entertainment, which are celebrating over 35 years of event and entertainment production in the corporate and social spheres locally, nationally, and globally. Smolensky has always been a firm believer on giving back to his community both personally and through his businesses.
 

"Every day I am reminded of my good fortune; through my loving wife Diane, my children Blake and Rachel, and through my businesses. It is because of this, that I find ways to give back to my community; whether through my work with Front Row Foundation and other charitable events or through performances and events created by my family of companies that are donated to worthy causes. The act of charity starts from within, but the final results should never be for yourself; but for those you are serving. I serve others, like the Alansari family, because it is the right thing to do," says Smolensky.
 

For information on how to help Front Row Foundation visit their website at https://www.frontrowfoundation.org/reach-us/

To contact Carey Smolensky, email Carey@cspworldwide.com, call (847) 808-1500 ext. 11 or visit the company’s website at www.cspworldwide.com.

Date: February 5, 2014
Website: http://www.cspworldwide.com/carey-smolensky-productions/
Location: Downtown Chicago, Northshore Chicago Suburbs, Highland Park, Wheeling, Buffalo Grove, Northbrook, Lincolnshire, Huntley
Contact: Denise Gibbs, Carey Smolensky Productions
EMail: denise@cspworldwide.com
Date/Time Details: Saturday, February 1, 2014
Jul 2    First Wednesday Networking at La Casa de Issac & Moishe's!
Join the Chamber's First Wednesday Networking Group and make new connections, exchange leads and establish important business relationships in a casual breakfast setting.

This is a great opportunity to:
  • Connect and reconnect with other area business owners.
  • Promote your business.
  • Learn about other great Chamber events and activities.
  • Help your business GROW!
Participation in Chamber events such as First Wednesday Networking Group is a great way to add value to your Chamber membership and leverage not just the support you receive from the Chamber, but also that of your fellow members.

Sign up Today!!

 
Date: July 2, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: La Casa de Isaac & Moishe
2014 First Street
Contact: Highland Park Chamber of Commerce
EMail: info@chamberhp.com
Date/Time Details: First Wednesday of every month
7:30am - 9:00am
7:30 - networking & breakfast
Program starts promptly at 7:50am

 
Fees/Admission: $10 members paid in advance
$15 prospective members and at the door
Jul 4    July 4th Kids Bike & Pet Parade
All Chamber members and their families are encouraged to join
Gurv Anand, Chamber President and Chamber Director, Ginny Glasner as they lead off the 2014 Parade!

Thank you to Ray Schuler of Rover's Place for Sponsoring the 
Kids Bike and Pet Parade
 
 
 
Date: July 4, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Location: St. Johns parking structure across from City Park Grill (1783 St. Johns Avenue)


 
Date/Time Details: 9:00am - gather at the garage
9:30am - parade begins
Fees/Admission: No fee
Jul 9    SOLVING THE MYSTERY OF CREDIT REPORTS & CREDIT SCORES

Presented by:

 

Sue Malo, Business Development, CCUE, Great Lakes Credit Union
 

     Sue will demystify the often confusing and misleading information out there about credit reports and credit scores.  We all have a NUMBER on our forehead! While your credit score isn’t necessarily a topic for cocktail conversation, you should be well informed on what determines your credit score, what your credit report says about you to a creditor, what the impact is of negative information in your credit report, and how you fix your credit score and maintain good credit.  Come and get the legitimate low down!

 

     Sue is in her 10th year in the Credit Union industry overseeing both Marketing and Business Development during her tenure at Great Lakes Credit Union (GLCU) and is a designated Certified Credit Union Executive (CCUE).  Under Sue’s leadership GLCU has won the Dora Maxwell Social Responsibility and Desjardins Youth Financial Literacy awards for numerous years.  In 2013, Sue was recognized as a Lake County “Woman of Distinction” for her work with youth financial literacy.  Prior to GLCU, Sue demonstrated proven success in marketing, sales and business development in high performing Fortune 500 corporate and start-up financial services environments.

     CRC’s July 2014 Calendar of Events has been sponsored by Strategic ADVISORS of Illinois, Mellissa Osuch – Financial Advisor 847-562-1300.

 

 

 

Date: July 9, 2014
Time: 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Website: http://www.careerresourcecenter.org
Location: Career Resource Center, Grove Cultural Campus, 40 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Contact: Kelly Clark 847-295-5626
EMail: info@careerresourcecenter.org
Fees/Admission: Free for CRC Members, $15 fee for non-members
Jul 10    Sidewalk Sale Orientation & Permit Pick-Up
Sidewalk Sale is just around the corner! 

   Meeting Agenda:
•       Learn how to get customers from the sidewalk into your store!
•       How to Promote yourself!
•       Tips for how to have a GREAT Sidewalk Sale
•       Police: Parking (vendor, customer); Fraud awareness
•       Find out your Sidewalk Sale Location
•       Pick-up your vendor permit- REQUIRED
•       Questions
 
Date: July 10, 2014
Time: 8:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Location: Michael's
1879 Second Street
EMail: info@chamberhp.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July 10
8:30am
Jul 10    Open Circle
The Chamber has recently launched a new, dynamic & interactive peer-to-peer forum...Open Circle is an exchange of ideas and experiences. Many businesses face common issues and this will be an informal way to learn & discuss from other local business professionals. No topic is off the table…

This months topic is: "Discuss the numerous ways to use Social Media to help your business"

No RSVP is necessary...just show up!!
Date: July 10, 2014
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Location: Starbucks @ Renaissance Place
1849 Green Bay Road
Contact: Highland Park Chamber of Commerce
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July 10
1:00 - 2:00pm
Fees/Admission: There is no fee to participate...Just show up!
Jul 14    PORTFOLIO CAREERS: How to Create Your Own Job Stability in a Free Agent Nation
Presented by: Susan Camberis, Talent Management and HR Leader
 

      As the work world continues to evolve and become an increasingly free agent economy, job seekers are faced with new challenges and opportunities.  Whether you’re looking for greater work/life balance or need to earn some income during a job transition, figuring out how to thrive as a contingent worker or freelancer can be valuable.  In this interactive program, participants will learn more about “portfolio careers” (careers where income is generated from a combination of part-time, freelance, temporary and other ventures) and how to take the first steps to define their own product offerings and marketing plans. 

     Susan Camberis is a Talent Management and HR Leader who is passionate about learning, career development, and sustainability.  From 1999 to 2013, Susan held various HR roles with Baxter, a global, diversified healthcare company headquartered in Deerfield, Illinois.  Susan is particularly interested in how organizations are engaging employees and developing talent while becoming more sustainable.

     Susan has a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Evansville and a Masters in Human Resources from Loyola University Chicago.  She holds a Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR) certification from the Human Resources Certification Institute and a Career and Education Advisor (CEA) certification from the Council for Adult and Experiential Learning.  She is an active member of Net Impact and tweets @susancamberis. Connect with her on LinkedIn.

     CRC’s July 2014 Calendar of Events has been sponsored by Strategic ADVISORS of Illinois, Mellissa Osuch – Financial Advisor 847-562-1300.
 
Date: July 14, 2014
Time: 1:30 AM - 3:00 AM
Website: http://www.careerresourcecenter.org
Location: Career Resource Center, Grove Cultural Campus, 40 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Contact: Kelly Clark 847-295-5626
EMail: info@careerresourcecenter.org
Fees/Admission: Free for CRC Members, $15 fee for non-members
Jul 15    EXPAND YOUR CONNECTIONS - Building Your Network
Facilitated by: Greg Johnson, Vice President of Sales & Marketing at Whiting Paper
 

     The best strategy for building relationships is helping others solve their problems.  Re-frame your thinking about what networking is all about.  “Show up” and you might be surprised to find the information and connections you are looking for while helping others in their quest for new employment.  Come with specifics on what you are looking for, your inventive ideas, handbills, and business cards.

     Greg is an innovative, nationally-recognized business development leader, and has built a successful track record of creating and implementing impactful sales and marketing strategies. Featured in publications from the Chicago Tribune to Graphic Design USA for developing unique online and direct mail marketing platforms, Greg also excels at partnering closely with clients to maximize sales outcomes. 
     Experienced with a wide array of industries, Greg has consulted with everyone from Fortune 500 clients to emerging entrepreneurs in diverse fields ranging from food and beverage, education, healthcare, non-profit, and professional/collegiate sports to packaging, paper, print communications, and stationery products.

     CRC’s July 2014 Calendar of Events has been sponsored by Strategic ADVISORS of Illinois, Mellissa Osuch – Financial Advisor 847-562-1300.


 
Date: July 15, 2014
Time: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Website: http://www.careerresourcecenter.org
Location: Career Resource Center, Grove Cultural Campus, 40 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Contact: Kelly Clark 847-295-5626
EMail: info@careerresourcecenter.org
Fees/Admission: Free for all attendees
Jul 17    Women's Networking Group at Weight Watchers
The Woman's Networking Group provides an opportunity to develop important connections, promote your business and receive relevant educational information and guidance on a variety of topics.

Advance online registration is closed.  Walk-ins will be accepted at the door.

 
Date: July 17, 2014
Time: 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Location: Weight Watchers
1626 Deerfield Road
 
Contact: Highland Park Chamber of Commerce
EMail: info@chamberhp.com
Date/Time Details: Third Thursday of every month
7:30am - 9:00am
Fees/Admission: $10 members paid in advance
$15 potential members and at the door
Jul 23    Presenting Yourself Positively
Presented by: Joel Hochberger, President, Effective Presentations Inc.
 

There’s no question that we spend a great deal of our time making an impression.

We might be presenting to prospective employers, to colleagues, or even to relatives and friends.  And, in any of those situations we need to know how to present our ideas (and ourselves) in a manner that is clear, concise, interesting, and effective.

This seminar will teach you how to do that!  Topics covered will include:

Controlling Nervousness

Presenting A Positive Image

Understanding Your Listener

Presenting Your Ideas From The Listener’s Point of  View

Controlling Q&A Sessions

Eliminating Monotone, Boredom and Overkill

Obtaining Approval and Action

And much, much more!

Joel has conducted Presentation Skills Workshops in 39 countries and has trained over 25,000 individuals.  Graduates of his workshops have ranged from CEO’s to recent college graduates applying for their first jobs.

 

The program will be highly interactive, interesting, entertaining, and of immediate use. So – if you’re trying to persuade someone to accept an idea you have, or trying to persuade a prospective employer to hire you, or trying to persuade a friend to join you on a trip to Las Vegas, or any other communication situation, then this seminar is one you won’t want to miss!

     CRC’s July 2014 Calendar of Events has been sponsored by Strategic ADVISORS of Illinois, Mellissa Osuch – Financial Advisor 847-562-1300.
 
Date: July 23, 2014
Time: 10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Website: http://www.careerresourcecenter.org
Location: Career Resource Center, Grove Cultural Campus, 40 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Contact: Kelly Clark 847-295-5626
EMail: info@careerresourcecenter.org
Fees/Admission: Free for CRC Members, $15 fee for non-members
Jul 24 - Jul 26    Sidewalk Sale
From the useful to the unique, the shops of Highland Park offer bargains galore during its annual Sidewalk Sale Days. More than 80 merchants from throughout Highland Park move their merchandise to the Central Business District for this shopping extravaganza.  Admission is FREE. Ample parking is available

Some of the participating vendors...
A B L Group, The
Adesso, Ltd.
Allura Fine Jewelers
ArrivaDolce Gelato & Coffee Bar
Avant for Men
Bett's
Bootery, the
Bullion Express
Campus Colors/Pro Colors
Citywoods
Design Quartet @ Ravinia
Designs by Lev
Dream Kitchens, Inc.
E Street Denim Co.
Eileen Fisher
Elements Massage
Enaz, Ltd.
Equinox Fitness Club
First Bank of Highland Park
Freedom Home Care
Garfinkles Fine Jewelry
Goodies Etc.
Gordon In Highland Park-Aveda Salon & Spa
H.P. Tops
Highwood Rental & Party, Inc.
The Highland Park Landmark
Isis On The Shore
Jill Alberts Jewelry
Jolie Maison
Joseph A. Palminteri Insurance Agency
Kaehler Luggage
Kenzy Gifts & Decor
KeyLime Cove Waterpark Resort
La Casa de Isaac
Lake County Health Dept. - North Shore Health Center
Loree's Closet
Lori's Designer Shoes
Michael's Restaurant​
My Best Friend's Closet
New Balance North Shore
Nick's Upholstery, Inc.
North Shore Photo Booth
On Balance Outdoor
Over the Top, Ltd.
Popcorn Jester/ Jester Juice
Posh Essentials
Principessa Children's Boutique
Pure Health Center​
Rock N Rags
Ross Cosmetics
Rover's Place
Sharin' Unlimited
Shoe Fly
Stationery Station, The
Style Shack
Sunflower
Table Compliments
Therapeutic Kneads
Trek Bicycle Store of Highland Park
Uncle Dan's Ltd.
Wear In Good Health
Wenk Insurance Agency

         ...and more!
Date: July 24, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Downtown Highland Park
Contact: Highland Park Chamber of Commerce
EMail: info@chamberhp.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July 24
Friday, July 25
Saturday, July 26
Sunday, July 27 is optional
9:00am - 5:00pm
Jul 26    Sidewalk Sale
From the useful to the unique, the shops of Highland Park offer bargains galore during its annual Sidewalk Sale Days. More than 80 merchants from throughout Highland Park move their merchandise to the Central Business District for this shopping extravaganza.  Admission is FREE. Ample parking is available

Some of the participating vendors...
A B L Group, The
Adesso, Ltd.
Allura Fine Jewelers
ArrivaDolce Gelato & Coffee Bar
Avant for Men
Bett's
Bootery, the
Bullion Express
Campus Colors/Pro Colors
Citywoods
Design Quartet @ Ravinia
Designs by Lev
Dream Kitchens, Inc.
E Street Denim Co.
Eileen Fisher
Elements Massage
Enaz, Ltd.
Equinox Fitness Club
First Bank of Highland Park
Freedom Home Care
Garfinkles Fine Jewelry
Goodies Etc.
Gordon In Highland Park-Aveda Salon & Spa
H.P. Tops
Highwood Rental & Party, Inc.
The Highland Park Landmark
Isis On The Shore
Jill Alberts Jewelry
Jolie Maison
Joseph A. Palminteri Insurance Agency
Kaehler Luggage
Kenzy Gifts & Decor
KeyLime Cove Waterpark Resort
La Casa de Isaac
Lake County Health Dept. - North Shore Health Center
Loree's Closet
Lori's Designer Shoes
Michael's Restaurant​
My Best Friend's Closet
New Balance North Shore
Nick's Upholstery, Inc.
North Shore Photo Booth
On Balance Outdoor
Over the Top, Ltd.
Popcorn Jester/ Jester Juice
Posh Essentials
Principessa Children's Boutique
Pure Health Center​
Rock N Rags
Ross Cosmetics
Rover's Place
Sharin' Unlimited
Shoe Fly
Stationery Station, The
Style Shack
Sunflower
Table Compliments
Therapeutic Kneads
Trek Bicycle Store of Highland Park
Uncle Dan's Ltd.
Wear In Good Health
Wenk Insurance Agency

         ...and more!
Date: July 26, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Location: Downtown Highland Park
Contact: Highland Park Chamber of Commerce
EMail: info@chamberhp.com
Date/Time Details: Thursday, July 24
Friday, July 25
Saturday, July 26
Sunday, July 27 is optional
9:00am - 5:00pm
Jul 29 - Jul 31    Special Hearing Event
Join us for a special 3-day event at our Highland Park office! Receive a free hearing screening and free video otoscope exam (see inside your own ear)! Hearing aid specialist Mary McAndrew will also be with us, giving demonstrations of the latest technology from Starkey. Please call for an appointment! 847.681.7000
Date: July 29, 2014
Time: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Website: http://www.hearinghealthcenter.com
Location: Hearing Health Center 185 Skokie Valley Road (Crossroads Shopping Center) Highland Park IL 60035
Contact: Hearing Health Center 847.681.7000
EMail: webmail@hhcil.com
Date/Time Details: July 29-31
Fees/Admission: free
Jul 31    LINKEDIN'S ADVANCED FEATURES
Presented by: Michael Yublosky, JEM Consulting
 

Learn the real power of this professional network!  How do recruiters use LinkedIn to find prospects? How do I get "noticed"?  How do I leverage LinkedIn to my advantage? Find out how these advanced features can expedite your job search.  Merely completing your LinkedIn profile and making a few connections will have little effect on your search.  But - taking advantage of newly introduced techniques and applications will definitely make an impact!

Michael will also cover the additions and modifications made to the ever evolving LinkedIn, making this session different every time!

If you have developed a detailed profile, connections, and participate in several LinkedIn groups, you will benefit from this session as Michael will be focusing on the advanced features LinkedIn has to offer.   This session is not for beginners!

Michael Yublosky, a graduate of Illinois Institute of Technology, retired from ADT Security Services after 28+ years in sales/marketing.  His curiosity and passion for technology and e-marketing led him to establishing a consulting practice with small business owners.  Michael shares his expertise with others through information, coaching and mentoring.

     CRC’s July 2014 Calendar of Events has been sponsored by Strategic ADVISORS of Illinois, Mellissa Osuch – Financial Advisor 847-562-1300.


 
Date: July 31, 2014
Time: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Website: http://careerresourcecenter.org
Location: Career Resource Center, Grove Cultural Campus, 40 E. Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Contact: Kelly Clark 847-295-5626
EMail: info@careerresourcecenter.org
Fees/Admission: Free for CRC Members; $15 fee for non-members