NEWS NOTICIAS

Vol. 6
Issue 4
May 2007
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INSIDE THIS ISSUE
Letter from Dave Ryan……….1, 5
New Members…….……………....2
Renewing Members………………3
April Bus Per ………….…...…….3
Have You Heard………………….6
Indiana Harbor Coke Tour……...7
Bus Pers of the Month form …….8
Member Spotlight.……………….9
Chamber Events………………...10
Board of Directors………………11
GML……………………………..12
NOTICIAS
del lakeshore camara
de comercio
LA HIGH SCHOOL CENTRAL De EAST CHICAGO SE
UNE CON EL PROGAMA
NACIONALMENTE RECONOCIDO QUE ASISTE A
LOS ESTUDIANTES QUE
ESTAN ENTRANDO AL
MERCADO DE TRABAJO:
"JAG-Indiana" ( trabajos para los
graduados de de América ') es una
organicación nacional no-parabeneficia que trabaja para ayudar a
los estudiantes a graduar y a entrar
el mercado de trabajo. El programa está en más de 700 High
Schools a través del país, y es financiado por el departamento del
desarrollo de la mano de obra.
Central de East Chicago debe ser
felicitada por ayudar a preparar
los estudiantes para la graduación,
y asegure su transición después de
la High School en el empleo significativo o la educación postsecondary. Para más información
sobre el programa de JAGIndiana, visite:
Continuo pagina 5
WELCOME
new members
ARROW UNIFORMS
I.B.T. VIDEO SYSTEMS, INC.
Joe Farmer
4545 Calumet Avenue
Hammond, IN 46327
Phone No: 219.931.9418
Fax No:
219.931.2404
E-mail:
[email protected]
Website: www.arrowuniform.com
Phil Furman
2204 US Highway 41 Suite #4
Schererville, IN 46375
Phone No: 219.864.8960
Fax No:
219.864.8961
E-mail:
[email protected]
Website: www.ibtvideosystems.com
FINANCIAL GURU, LLC
PIMA HAMMOND
Juan Villarreal
134 North LaSalle #2150
Chicago, IL 60602
Phone No: 312.977.0029
Fax No:
312.977.0039
E-mail:
[email protected]
Website: www.financialgu-ru.com
Jim Nagle
704 Chidester
Glen Ellyn, IL 60137
Phone No: 630.750.1643
Fax No:
630.681.9750
E-mail:
[email protected]
PORTER PIPE & SUPPLY COMPANY
CR PUBLICATION
Jake Jacobs
6626 Kennedy Avenue
Hammond, IN 46323
Phone No: 219.678.8880
Fax No:
219.933.8018
E-mail:
[email protected]
Website: www.crpublication.com
Frank Bridgeford
3500 – 179th Street
Hammond, IN 46323
Phone No: 219.844.1900
Fax No:
219.844.9045
E-mail:
[email protected]
Website: www.porterpipe.com
THE BLUE ROOM CAFÉ, INC.
GARY STEELHEADS
Kevin Spudic
One Genesis Center Plaza
Gary, IN 46402
Phone No: 219.883.3000
Fax No:
219.883.3543
Website: www.steelheadshoops.com
John Vezmar
5246 Hohman Avenue
Hammond, IN 46320
Phone No: 219.933.8124
Fax No:
219.933.8125
[email protected]
E-mail:
Website: www.theblueroomcafe.com
p. 2 · May 2007 · The official newsletter of the Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce
BUSINESS PERSON OF THE MONTH– APRIL
L to R: Dave Ryan, Business Persons of the Month- Mirko Marich and Milan Kesic from Staff Source &
Lisa Gibson from AmerHost Inn.
RENEWING MEMBERS
Calumet Lumber, Inc.
Centier Bank
Djuric Trucking, Inc.
Financial Freedom
Galaxy Travel, Inc.
Hammond Trophy Shoppe
Hanger Prosthetics & Orthotics
National City Bank
Pac Moore Products, Inc.
Purdue University Calumet
Pyramids, Inc.
Tonn & Blank Construction
YMCA of the Hammond Area, Inc.
Serving the communities of East Chicago and Hammond · May 2007 · p. 3
p. 4 · May 2007 · The official newsletter of the Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce
NEWS (CONTINUED FROM PAGE 1)
HAMMOND SCHOOL ADMINISTRATION
ARRANGES TOUR OF JORDAN
COMMUNITY ACADEMY TO VIEW THE
“COMER PROCESS”:
A local entourage of Hammond School Officials,
Purdue University, and Lakeshore Chamber members
recently toured 3 elementary schools in Chicago
(including the Jordan Community Academy; Chase
Elementary; and Dixon Elementary) to view firsthand the “Comer Process”. Created by East
Chicago’s own Dr. James Comer, Yale University,
the “Comer Process” provides a structure as well as a
process for mobilizing adults to support student
learning and overall development. It is a different
way of conceptualizing and working in schools, and
it replaces traditional school organizations and
anagement with an operating system that works for
schools and the students they serve. The School City
of Hammond is currently reviewing the “Comer
Process” in hopes of applying Dr. Comer’s techniques to Hammond Schools in the very near future.
STATE LEGISLATORS MANDATE 1%
INCOME TAX FOR LAKE COUNTY:
A last minute addition to Property Tax Legislation on
the final day of the legislative session, will force
Lake County to impose a 1% income tax next year,
and all proceeds will be dedicated to tax relief for
homeowners. If Lake County does not approve the
1% income tax (expected to generate approximately
$76 Million Dollars), county property tax levies will
be frozen, forcing cities, schools, and other taxing
units to continue operations without any new revenue
dollars. The 1% county income tax is expected to
significantly reduce the predicted budget shortfalls in
2010, when the tax cap takes full effect.
Noticias
www.in.gov/dwd
LOS LEGISLADORES DEL ESTADO POR
LA ADMINISTRACIÓN DE LA ESCUELA DE
MANDATO PONEN UN IMPUESTO DE 1% PARA
HAMMOND ORGANIZA EL VIAJE DE LA ACALOS INGRESOS EN EL CONDADO DE LAKE :
DEMIA DE LA COMUNIDAD DE JORDAN PARA
En el dia final de la sesión legislativa una adición
VER EL "PROCESO DEL COMER":
minuciosa pasada por la legislación para los impuestos de
Un entourage local de los miembros de los funcionarios de propiedad, forzará el condado del lake que imponga un
la escuela de Hammond, de la universidad de Purdue, y el impuesto sobre los ingresos de 1% el año próximo, y todos
Cámara de LAKESHORE
los ingresos serán dedicados a la desgravación fiscal para
viajaron recientemente a 3 escuelas primarias en East
los dueños de una casa. Si el condado del lake no aprueba
Chicago (incluyendo La Academia Jordon de la
el impuesto sobre los ingresos del 1% (que espera generar
comunidad; Chase Elementary; y Dixon Elementary) para aproximadamente $76 millones), el imposición fiscal de
ver por si mismos el "proceso del comer". Creado por el
propiedad del condado serán congeladas, forzando
Dr. James Comer de East Chicago, universidad de Yale, ciudades, escuelas, y otras unidades de impuestos que conel "proceso del comer" proporciona una estructura así
tinuen operando sin ningunos nuevos dólares del rédito. Se
como un proceso para movilizar a los adultos ayudar a los espera que el impuesto sobre los ingresos del condado del
estudiantes que aprendan y el desarrollo total. Es una
1% reduzca perceptiblemente el déficit predicho del presumanera diversa del conceptualización y el trabajar en las
puesto en 2010, cuando el impuesto de cap tome efecto
escuelas, y substituye organizaciones y gestión tradicion- completo.
ales de la escuela por un sistema operativo que trabaja con
las escuelas y los estudiantes que sirven. La Escuela de la Translation donated by
ciudad de Hammond está repasando el "proceso del
Maria Guillen
comer" en esperanzas de aplicar técnicas del Dr. Comer a From Hielo Services, LLC
las escuelas de Hammond en el futuro muy cercano.
Serving the communities of East Chicago and Hammond · May 2007 · p. 5
F & H Properties owner and Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce board of director—
Donald Harle named Direct Marketer of the year by the Chicago Association of Direct
Marketing. The Charles S. Downs Chicago Direct Marketer of the Year is the regional
industry group’s highest honor.
Insulation Fabricators, located at 6350 Indianapolis Blvd in Hammond, wins the
Theodore H. Brodie Distinguished Safety Award at the National Insulation Association
convention in Phoenix. This award recognizes association members who have taken
proactive steps to implement safe working practices and have established an outstanding
safety record.
McShane’s presented Best Use of Web by imageSource magazine at the ITEX 2007
convention in Las Vegas. On March 21, Brian McShane, President & CEO, was honored
to accept the award. The Perfect Image Awards (PISs) are the annual award earned by
dealers who have proven to be the best in their field in providgin document solutions.
For Generous Door Prize DonationsTerry Trusgnich from Aide Rentals & Sales II
Robert Migliorini from American Precision Services, Inc
Downtown Hammond Council
David Slamkowski from Slamkowski Investments
Gary Juarez from CISA Studio
p. 6 · May 2007 · The official newsletter of the Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce
Indiana Harbor Coke Plant Tour—May 1, 2007
Sponsored by the Manufacturer’s Committee
Serving the communities of East Chicago and
p. 8 · May 2007· The official newsletter of the Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce
INDIANA TECH – COLLEGE OF
PROFESSIONAL STUDIES
New Hire Takes Charge at Merrillville Location
Indiana Tech is proud to announce the hiring of Derek Dabrowiak as enrollment manager for the university’s Merrillville
location.
ARROW UNIFORM
Arrow Uniform Rental has been a family owned company since
1937 servicing the Midwest, with its corporate offices located in
Taylor, Michigan. Arrow has 14 locations throughout Illinois,
Indiana, Michigan, Ohio and Pittsburgh, PA, with processing
plants located in Taylor, Michigan, Cleveland, Ohio and
Hammond, Indiana.
Arrow has been servicing customers in the Indiana area since
1981 and opened its processing plant in Hammond in 1986
which currently employs over 60 employees. Among our services is the rental and laundering of uniform apparel, mats and
miscellaneous dust items. We also offer a large variety of direct
sale and health and safety items.
Arrow Uniforms
Joe Farmer
4545 Calumet Avenue
Hammond, IN 46327
Phone No: 219.931.9418
Fax No:
219.931.2404
[email protected]
E-mail:
Website:
www.arrowuniform.com
Through the College of Professional Studies, Indiana Tech offers
career-oriented undergraduate and graduate degree programs at
an accelerated pace. The Merrillville location will offer business
administration degrees at both the undergraduate and graduate
level.
Indiana Tech academic programs cater to working adults by focusing on contemporary topics in the corporate world. Faculty
members have real world experience in addition to academic
credentials, allowing them to blend textbook theory with workplace reality. Students will attend class with other working
adults, setting the scene for stimulating discussions of common
challenges.
Indiana Tech - College of Professional Studies
Derek Dabrowiak
285 West 80th Place
Merrillville, IN 46410
Phone No: 219.736.5557
Phone No.: 800.288.1766
Fax No:
219.736.9181
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.IndianaTech.edu/CPS
THE BLUE ROOM CAFÉ, INC.
I.B.T. VIDEO SYSTEMS, INC.
I.B.T. Video Systems is a leading manufacturer and distributor
of closed circuit television equipment. At I.B.T. Video we are
proud of our industry-wide reputation for providing individualized solutions for customers from coast to coast. From small
businesses to corporate clients to the United States government,
I.B.T. delivers the most advanced technology with the oldfashioned customer service and support that is reminiscent of a
time long ago. With our interactive computer software and
knowledgeable staff, we are a central resource for all your locations. We believe that you should work with a company that
treats you like a partner instead of just another account number.
I.B.T. Video Systems, Inc.
Phil Furman
2204 US Highway 41, Suite #4
Schererville, IN 46375
Phone No: 219. 864.8960
Fax No:
219.864.8961
E-mail: [email protected]
Website: www.ibtvideosystems.com
The Blue Room Café opened its first shop in Highland, Indiana
January 2006, created by two brothers from Hammond, Indiana.
It was only a matter of time before the pair set their sights on
their hometown, for their second shop.
In January 2007, brothers Paul and John Vezmar opened the
second Blue Room Café at 5246 Hohman Avenue in beautiful
downtown Hammond.
The Blue Room Café specializes in a full espresso bar and offers
a fresh food menu for lunch, including gourmet sandwiches,
salads and wraps all made to order.
Blue Room Café is open Monday through Friday from 7:00 am
to 3:30 pm.
For more information on the Blue Room Café and what it is doing in your community, please visit our website,
www.theblueroomcafe.com.
The Blue Room Café
John and Paul Vezmar
5246 Hohman Avenue
Hammond, IN 46320
Phone No: 219.933.8124
Fax. No: 219.933.8125
E-mail:
[email protected]
Website: www.theblueroomcafe.com
Serving the communities of East Chicago and Hammond · May 2007· p. 9
BUSINESS
after hours
May 16, 2007
Working Well– Open House
Location:
Medical Arts Building across
from St. Margaret Mercy
5500 Hohman Ave
Hammond
4:00 to 7:00 pm
Cocktails, Hors d’oeuvres and
a tour of the new facility
MAY
JUNE
committee meetings
committee meetings
10
Thursday 12:00 PM
Executive Committee
4
Tuesday 3:00 PM
Manufacturers
16
Wednesday 12:00 PM
Ambassadors
14
Thursday 12:00 PM
Executive Committee
17
Thursday 7:30 AM
Board of Directors
20
Wednesday 12:00 PM
Ambassadors
17
Thursday 11:00 AM
Small Business
21
Thursday 7:30 AM
Board of Directors
17
Thursday 12:00 PM
Referral Luncheon
21
Thursday 11:00 AM
Small Business
23
Wednesday 11:30 AM
General Membership
Luncheon
21
Thursday 12:00 PM
Referral Luncheon
27
28
Monday-Memorial Day
Office Closed
Thursday General
Membership Luncheon
For additional information,
Please call 866.552.9355
p. 10· May 2007· The official newsletter of the Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce
MISSION STATEMENT
The Lakeshore Chamber of Commerce is a diverse group of businesses committed to improving the economic well-being and quality
of life in our community.
We are a voice for business and a forum for the exchange of ideas.
Through a variety of programs and services, we strengthen the vitality of East Chicago and Hammond.
2007 BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Ms. Monica Garcia
Chairwoman of the Board
Board of Directors
GET INVOLVED
JOIN A COMMITTEE
COMMITTEE
CHAIRPERSONS
Ambassador Committee:
Dr. Juan Anaya
Mr. Tim Anderson
Mr. David Beach
Mr. Calvin Bellamy
Dr. Howard Cohen
Dr. Charles Comer
Mr. Mike Ebert
Ms. Gloria Gayle
Mr. Adam Gawlikowski
Ms. Lisa Gibson
Mr. Daniel Glavin
Mr. Donald Harle
Mr. Bob Johnson
Mr. Thomas Keilman
Ms. Kelly Kernagis
Mr. Mickey Lopez
Ms. Rene Martin
Mr. Rick Mazer
Mr. Bart McCartin III
Mr. Thomas McDermott, Jr.
Mr. Richard Medina
Mr. Robert Migliorini
Mr. Michael Milaszewski
Mr. John Nielsen
Ms. Julie Olthoff
Mr. George Pabey
Mr. Frank Peak
Mr. Michael Pellin
Mr. David Ranich
Mr. Dan Repay
Mr. Tim Ross
Mr. Frank Van Til
Mr. Bradley Vosberg
Dr. Walter Watkins
Mr. Jeff Williams
Dr. Edward Williams
Ms. Tamara Young-King
School City of East Chicago
Clifton Gunderson, LLP
Eichhorn & Eichhorn
Krieg DeVault
Purdue University Calumet
Optical/ Optometry
Safety-Kleen Oil Recovery
National City Bank
Applied Leadership Services
AmeriHost Inn
Beckman, Kelly & Smith
F & H Properties
Nationwide Floor & Window Coverings
BP Whiting Business Unit
St. Catherine Hospital
Actin, Inc.
Harris Bank
Horseshoe Casino
Aker Kvaerner Songer
Mayor, City of Hammond
East Chicago Common Council
American Precision Services, Inc
Rhodia, Inc.
Mittal Steel, U.S.A.
VIA Marketing, Inc.
Mayor, City of East Chicago
The TIMES
United Transportation Group
Burke, Costanza, & Cuppy
Hammond Common Council
St. Margaret Mercy Hospital
Van Til’s Supermarket
First Midwest Bank
School City of Hammond
Hertz Car Rental
Resorts East Chicago Casino
at &t
Lisa Gibson
AmeriHost Inn
Education Committee:
Calvin Bellamy
Krieg DeVault
Governmental Affairs:
Thomas Keilman BP
David Ranich Burke, Costanza & Cuppy
Manufacturer’s Committee:
Small Business Committee
Bob Johnson Nationwide Floor &
Window Coverings
Special Events Committee Chair:
Jeff Williams Hertz Car Rental
STAFF
Dave Ryan Executive Director
Monique Ruiz Office Administrator
Altamae Blink Receptionist/
Secretary
CONTACT
Phone:
219-931-1000
Fax:
219-937-8778
Website:
www.lakeshorechamber.com
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REMINDER
from the lakeshore
Save the Date—
11th Annual Golf
Outing
Also this year•
•
Networking Luncheon
Payne Stewart Contest
• Disk Golf
• And More
MEMBERSHIP
luncheon
Wednesday
May 23, 2007
Cost: $15.00
Guest Speaker:
Tim Sanders
Location:
Dynasty
Please call 931-1000
to RSVP.
New for this year
June 27, 2007
Prepay with your credit
card over the phone
and save time.
Have you visited
our newly designed
website?
Our website has a
calendar section to
keep you
informed on
upcoming events.
www.lakeshorechamber.com
If any contact information
changes, please let us know
so that we can update our
records.
PRESORTED
STANDARD
U.S. POSTAGE
PAID
HAMMOND, IN
PERMIT #448
www.lakeshorechamber.com
5246 Hohman Avenue
Suite 100
Hammond, IN 46320