Hospitality
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The halo effect - why all businesses have a stake in a thriving travel & hospitality industryMay 01, 2016 1:00 am - As director of the Illinois Office of Tourism, it is my job to lead the state's efforts to attract visitors from across the country and around the world to Illinois. For...
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Thirst for suburban craft breweries growingMay 01, 2016 1:00 am - Pollyanna Brewing opened in Lemont in 2014 and it's already more than three years ahead of the founders' business plan. This year, the brewery is doubling its capaci...
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Naper Settlement mixes history with meeting, wedding venuesMay 01, 2016 1:00 am - An interview with Donna DeFalco, public relations and social media coordinator at Naper Settlement. Q: Tell us a little bit about Naper Settlement. A: Naper Settlement i...
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WhirlyBall's atmosphere described as comfortable, fun and competitiveMay 01, 2016 1:00 am - An interview with John Krol, marketing director at WhirlyBall. Q: Tell us a little bit about the business. A: WhirlyBall has grown into a destination for friends, sports...
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Two Brothers expands brewery, distributionApr 29, 2016 1:00 am - WARRENVILLE - Two Brothers Brewing Company said it plans to add three new 200-barrel fermenters to its brewery in Warrenville. The additions will increase Two Brothers' ...
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University of Lake County Conference Center designed for learning, meetingsApr 29, 2016 1:00 am - An interview with Judy Hill, event coordinator at University Center of Lake County Conference Center. Q: Tell us about the University Center of Lake County. A: Designed ...
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Serene & tranquil Lake County settings refresh meetings and eventsApr 29, 2016 1:00 am - Lake County boasts more than 200 lakes and rivers, as well as 30,000 acres of forest preserves. From Lake Michigan's border on the east to Chain O' Lakes on the west, La...
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Study warns of detrimental effects of cuts to Illinois tourism marketingApr 28, 2016 1:00 am - These are unprecedented times in Illinois for tourism. With the current budget stalemate, funding to market Chicagoland to convention and leisure visitors was delayed fr...
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Chicago Southland takes team building seriouslyApr 28, 2016 1:00 am - Meeting planning has evolved drastically over the past decade. With meeting planners becoming more tech savvy, hoteliers consistently updating their hotels and destinati...
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Contemporary events & wedding venue set for Hotel InidgoApr 28, 2016 1:00 am - Q: Tell us about Elements at Water Street? A: Elements is an organic contemporary events and wedding venue occupying the entire second floor of Naperville's only down ...