GLMV Chamber celebrates its business community
The Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills Chamber of Commerce recently celebrated the business community at its 2016 Annual Member Recognition Dinner, "A Starry, Starry Night," held at Independence Grove in Libertyville.
The evening drew 110-plus chamber stars for cocktail reception, dinner, keynote presentation by Jeffery Sanfilippo, CEO John B. Sanfilippo & Son/Fisher Nuts, along with board of directors introduction, membership recognition and awards, silent auction and networking.
The GLMV Chamber announced its new board of directors. Marty Rafter, Baird & Warner - Lake County, will serve a second year as chairman. Rafter has been a long-standing leader in the GLMV business community.
"I'm honored to be re-elected GLMV chairman." he said. "I'm looking forward to serving and encouraging community and business growth in the area."
Other officers include Vice Chairman Diane Phillips, Community High School District 128; Treasurer Jim Butler, JHB Technology Consulting; and Secretary Bruce Himmelblau, Blue Sky Video Productions.
Newly elected directors are Joe Duea, Thrivent Financial, and Dr. Norm Roth, Roth Sales Enhancers. They join directors Steve Bowman, Express Employment Professionals; Karen Lavris, Glacier Ice Arena; Joe Carey, village of Vernon Hills; John Lobaito, village of Mundelein; Dave Martin, MRA - The Management Association; Rich Moras, village of Libertyville; Don Peterson, village of Green Oaks; Galina Veksler, MB Financial Bank; and Christine Vicik, Advocate Condell Medical Center. Outgoing Treasurer is Sue Witz, BIK & Co.
"Thank you to all for your continued support," GLMV President Ray Mullen said.
GLMV Chairman Marty Rafter presented the GLMV Annual Awards to the following Chamber members:
• GLMV Entrepreneur of the Year Award: Tom Kristof, Kristof's Entertainment Center.
• GLMV Community Service Award: Anthony Rodkey, Countryside Fire Protection District.
• GLMV Civic Leadership Award: Paul Patricelli, @ Properties.
• GLMV Chamber Champions Special Recognition: Bruce Himmelblau, Blue Sky Video Productions and Dr. Norm Roth, Roth Sales Enhancers.
• GLMV Member(s) of the Year Award: Dave Verbeten/ Bonnie Richtman, Peak Performance Action Coach; Aki Jackson, Focal Point Coaching; David Martin, MRA - The Management Association.
The GLMV Chamber is the area's largest and most active business organization, providing support in marketing, education and networking, to help businesses connect, learn and grow.
For more information, visit www.glmvchamber.org or info@glmvchamber.org, or call (847) 680-0750.
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