GLMV Chamber names 2021 board of directors

Posted February 22, 2021 10:00 pm

Submitted by Carol Levin, GLMV Chamber of Commerce

The Green Oaks, Libertyville, Mundelein, Vernon Hills Chamber of Commerce recently welcomed its 2021 board of directors.

Newly appointed GLMV Chairman is Steve Kopala, Northwestern Mutual. Kopala has served on the board for five years, most recently as secretary.

GLMV President/CEO Scott Adams introduced Kopala during the GLMV Annual Membership & Recognition Gala Feb. 18, held via zoom and at several other viewing locations. The gala also included a review of chamber happenings over the past year, awards, live entertainment, grand prize diamond raffle, online silent auction and networking.

In his chairman's comments, Kopala said he was excited to be part of the chamber, and noted the challenges of last year.

"A word that comes to mind is resiliency," he said. "We've adapted with the times, but because of these times, we developed a greater sense of community and purpose."

He added that "the chamber is thriving and we are here to accelerate your business in 2021."

Kopala then introduced the other board officers:

• Outgoing 2018-20 Chairman Karen Kay Lavris, Glacier Ice Arena, will continue to serve as Immediate Past Chair.

• Vice Chairs are Duane Laska, North Shore Sign Co., and GLMV Platinum Member Mike Aukerman, DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen, Vernon Hills.

• James Busam, Dam, Snell & Taveirne, continues to serve as Treasurer.

• Secretary is April Koot, SERVPro, Libertyville.

2021 board directors also include:

• Ray Billock, Perfect Promotions

• President's Level Member Chris Piazzi, Mundelein Community Bank

• President's Level Member Keith Sanders, CDW Corp.

• Jim Starwalt, Better Homes & Gardens Real Estate

• Denise Kafkis, Village of Green Oaks

• Rich Moras, Village of Libertyville

• Eric Guenther, Village of Mundelein

• Jon Petrillo, Village of Vernon Hills

Joining the board are new directors:

• Alan Burack, Advocate Condell Medical Center

• William Haase, WELA Financial

• Alan Burack, Advocate Condell Medical Center

• Dr. Michael Hartlett, Integral Medical & Rehab, Vernon Hills

For more information about the GLMV Chamber and a full calendar of events, visit www.glmvchamber.org, www.facebook.com/glmvchamberofcommerce or www.facebook.com/groups/GLMV1123.

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