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SpringCM CEO grows business and his wine collection Jun 17, 2013 12:00 AM
Chris Junker, the CEO of SpringCM, loves to collect wine and has about 800 bottles now in his wine cellar. While he grows the wine cellar, he's also expanding the company and plans to hire more workers.
Growing Techweek gives local tech firms a boost Jun 14, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's ebuzz column features Techweek, the third annual event that is expected to feature about 150 companies, including many from the suburbs. They'll show off their latest innovation and devices, provide workshops and even recruit new workers.
Mediacom subscribers get more channels with network upgradeJun 7, 2013 12:00 AM
Mediacom cable subscribers in Elburn, Gilberts, Hampshire, Kaneville, Maple Park and Sugar Grove in Kane County and nearby counties can look forward to 51 additional high-definition channels, bringing the total to 105 after the company upgraded its network. Subscribers in McHenry County likely will see the additional channels beginning next week, said Mediacom spokeswoman Phyllis Peters.
Adventist couple handle life, death spectrum Jun 3, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features Yvonne Losey, who deals with birth, while her husband Lt. Col. Garry Losey deals with death. And they wouldn’t consider doing anything else. Yvonne is the director of the birth center at Adventist GlenOaks Hospital in Glendale Heights, serving mothers and babies at the very start of their lives. Garry, a Seventh Day Adventist pastor, is stationed at Dover Air Force Base in Dover, Del.
Google helps suburban business owners get web ready May 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Allison Thurman didn't know what to expect when she walked into a website workshop billed as a totally free event in Schaumburg. She came armed with a list of questions. Turns out, she got her answers, and even received advice on how to update and improve the website for her business, Art By Allison, in Batavia. “They were very patient and very accommodating,” said Thurman, an interior decorator and artist. “I'm glad I came.”
RIM's Mueller comes full circle with award May 28, 2013 12:00 AM
Robert J. Mueller of South Barrington was part of the Emery Air Freight team in the 1970s when it won a presidential award. Now more than 40 years later, his own company, Roselle-based RIM Logistics won the same E Award, given by the President of the United States for exporting service excellence. It dates to World War II when “e pennants” were presented to companies in recognition of production excellence.
AT&T boosts LTE service in Northwest suburbs May 24, 2013 12:00 AM
AT&T, which has its Midwest headquarters in Hoffman Estates, said it has completed its LTE rollout around many Northwest suburbs. That means AT&T customers here have more capacity on their mobile phones to upload more data, said AT&T spokeswoman Erin McGrath.Business and individual customers in Barrington, South Barrington, Arlington Heights, Schaumburg, Lake Zurich, Niles, Rolling Meadows, Wauconda, Kildeer, Wheeling, Palatine and Mount Prospect likely have seen the improved coverage in recent weeks.
Motorola’s longest employee part of legendary products May 20, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features 91-year-old Chester Matusek, a 57-year employee at Motorola Inc. and now Motorola Solutions. He's survived massive layoffs, technology evolutions, and multiple CEOs. Over the years, he has worked on metals and molds to help shape some of the company's legendary devices, from the first cell phone to other products. He's now repairing devices, such as World War II walkie talkies for the company's museum. And he plans to continue working.
Hackathon aims to solve traffic problems around region May 16, 2013 12:00 AM
Typically, when you hear the term "hackathon," you picture computer geeks sitting in a large room, rifling through untold number of passwords or other avenues to break into secret websites or files during a competition. That's not exactly the case with the first Logistics Hackathon, an all-day technology-driven work session, on Saturday at the Merchandise Mart.
Life not the same for Hoffman mother as GiGi's Playhouse expands May 13, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People featuresNancy Gianni, who started Hoffman Estates-based Gigi's Playhouse, a facility for children with Down Syndrome. Her daughter, now 10, was the inspiration for what now has turned into a national chain of playhouses that help both children and adults with Down's.
United Continental ramps up its live TV, Wi-Fi May 9, 2013 12:00 AM
Chicago-based United Continental Holdings, which still has some operations in Elk Grove Township, aims to attract more travelers with live TV provided by Direct TV in 200 planes, possibly more than other airlines. And more planes are expected to offer the in-flight feature later this year, said United spokesman Rahsaan Johnson.
Barrington, Crystal Lake women launch online bridal gown businessMay 6, 2013 12:00 AM
When Bree DiMucci of Barrington was getting married about two years ago, she had 12 weeks to find a dress before the ceremony. Yet many boutiques and bridal salons said she'd never have her dress delivered on time. Or they would charge her extra fees to get it quickly.
Wheeling’s EZSave allows consumers to return multiple times for deals Apr 30, 2013 12:00 AM
Wheeling-based EZSaveCard.com, which offers discounts at large and small suburban businesses, has updated its website featuring about 400 businesses and offers a new lifetime membership for consumers. The EZSave card looks like a credit card but it's used to get discounts every time a consumer visits the EZSave website and its participating businesses, such as Abt Electronics in Glenview, Biggby Coffee in Arlington Heights, Continental Restaurant in Buffalo Grove, and Medieval Times in Schaumburg, said President Bob Rycraft.
Hoffman Estates couple hits home run with business, life Apr 29, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features Kate Mitchum met Tony Feo, who met while she was playing in a women's baseball league and he was helping to coach a practice. Mitchum was in an administrative position with the league and didn't think twice about Feo. "I ignored him for a year," she said. That didn't last. Now they own a company together in Lake Zurich and are planning to get married.
AT&T debuts Digital Life in Chicago areaApr 22, 2013 12:00 AM
AT&T today launches its Digital Life services, which allows homeowners to remotely secure their home or garage, adjust the temperature, or even shut off the water in an emergency, all by using their smartphone, tablet or PC. “Anybody who wants to protect their home or loved ones will be interested in this service,” said Dave Fine, AT&T vice president and general manager, who is based in Hoffman Estates.
Highland Park plastic surgeon gives children in Peru new look on life Apr 22, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features Jeffrey Weinzweig, a plastic surgeon from Highland Park, who founded Komedyplast, a global organization that includes plastic surgeons, neurosurgeons and other medical professionals who provide free medical services to poor and disfigured children in Peru. The group also teamed up with a clown organization to help children through the stress of surgery.
Elgin firm launches app for gluten-free needs Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's eBuzz features Elgin-based DC Interactive Group, a marketing agency that launched Alex's Gluten Free Spots, a new iPhone app. It was created by the agency's owner, Charles Falls of St. Charles.
Elgin firm launches app for gluten-free needs Apr 18, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's eBuzz features Elgin-based DC Interactive Group, a marketing agency that launched Alex's Gluten Free Spots, a new iPhone app. It was created by the agency's owner, Charles Falls of St. Charles.
Fitness experts need not apply to run these new centers Apr 15, 2013 12:00 AM
Kukec's People features Brian Cygan, founder of Lake Zurich-basedd Exercise Coach, who said he's expanding the franchise nationwide this year. So he's looking for people who are frustrated with the conventional workout or have no passion for exercise; the average middle-aged person who says they have no time; and those who don't like the group fitness scene or are intimidated by the gym. They may be his customers. But he's really looking for them to own the place, he said.
American Digital expands, hunts for more acquisitions Apr 12, 2013 12:00 AM
American Digital Corp., a 25-year-old technology services company, is moving its headquarters from Arlington Heights to Elk Grove Village in coming weeks so it can double its space to accommodate increased business and two major acquisitions. The company, that offers data storage and other products to large companies, just spent roughly $3 million to acquired Helixstorm, a provider of managed services in Murrieta, Calif.