Sam's Club - January 26th, 2012
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2012 is going to be a GREAT year for networking! Our first Business Before Hours of the year at Sam's Club drew nearly 100 people! Our thanks to Tammy Closser, Club Manager, and her staff of "superstars," who organized a great event. In addition to a continental breakfast and great networking, we had a scavenger hunt to find clues throughout the store (and learn more about Sam's Club products). The activity ended with every participant receiving a gift basket. What a treat!
During the program, Closser asked trivia questions about Sam's Club. Maria Eckert from First Bankers Trust Company, Nancy Waters and Amie Smith from Servpro of Quincy knew the answers and received a prize.
No representatives from The Knapheide Manufacturing Company, United Community Credit Union or the Quincy Public Schools Foundation were on hand to collect the Chamber's $25 CASH prize, so the pot rolls over and we will attempt to give away $50 on Feb. 23 at the Business Before Hours event at SPECS, 195 S. 36th Street. We hope to see you there!
Celebrations Party Shop & Event Rental - December 15th, 2011
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Nearly 50 Chamber members and guests attended the December Business Before Hours event at Celebrations Party & Event Rental. Thank you to Sherry and Charles Mathews for their outstanding hospitality.
Celebrations Party Shop Inc. & Event Rental is your full service special event & party rental provider supplying everything you need from start to finish for weddings, parties, corporate events and more. Their professional sales team and event staff will work with you to create your dream event. Celebrations also carries a full line of party supplies for events large and small - from birthdays to holidays and showers to sporting events.
Judy Dewey from JCPenney won the Chamber's $75 cash prize. The first Business Before Hours in 2012 networking event will be hosted by Sam's Club on Janurary 26, 2012 - see you there!
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The staff and volunteers of the Blessing Tea Room and Gift Shop welcomed more than 50 Chamber members and guests to the Chamber's November Business Before Hours. Thank you to Susan Scholz, director volunteer services, and all the tea room and gift shop volunteers for their outstanding hospitality and an early morning breakfast. Everyone in attendance received a 30% discount on Christmas items bought from the gift shop during Business Before Hours.
Prizes were won by Sherry Sparks from Illinois Department of Employment Security; Dave Willing from Priority One Printing & Mailing; and Diana Faust from Heartland Bank & Trust Company. No one from Agco Recycing LLC, Emsland Village Hall or Midwest Communications was on hand to win the Chamber's $50 cash prize, so that pot rolls over and we will give away $75 at the December Business Before Hours event at Celebrations Party Shop & Event Rental on December 15. We hope to see you there!
Allied Waste Systems of Quincy - October 27th, 2011
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More than 50 Chamber members and guests enjoyed a delicious breakfast and time for networking during the October Business Before Hours event hosted by Allied Waste Systems of Quincy. Thank you to Bill Romans and his entire staff for their wonderful hospitality.
Six attendees won door prizes - congratulations to Bobbette Dougherty from ETC ComputerLand, Pam Shaffer from Adams County Chapter of the American Red Cross, Leonard Schnellbecker from Adams County Health Department, Bill Stalder from Adams Electric Cooperative, Joy Berhorst from Domestics, Etc. Kathy Wolters from With You In Mind won the grand prize - two tickets to a St. Louis Blues hockey game and dinner for two. However, there was no winner of the $25 up for grabs from the Chamber. Employees of Complete EnginCorporation, Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Summy Tire Inc. missed their opportunity to win the cash. We will attempt to give away $50 during the November Business Before Hours, which will be hosted by the Blessing Hospital Tea Room on November 17. See you there!
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More than 150 Chamber members and guests attended the September Business Before Hours event at the new Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center. Our thanks goes to Major Dan Jennings and his entire staff for their outstanding hospitality. Tours of this beautiful new Facility were enjoyed by all. The Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center is a state of the art facility with world class venues like the aquatic center, the fitness center, the climbing wall and the worship theater.
At the Ray & Joan Kroc Corps Community Center we have a goal to accomplish three things known as “The Three I’s” of our vision for our center: Inspiration, Instruction and Involvement.
Sabina Cottrell from Jimbeana's won the Chamber's $125 cash prize. The next Business Before Hours networking event will be hosted by Allied Waste Services of Quincy on October 27. See you there!
Good Samaritan Home - August 25th, 2011
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A large crowd of over 100 Chamber members and guests enjoyed a delicious breakfast and tours of the facility at the August Business Before Hours of the new assisted living center at Good Samaritan Home. Our thanks goes to Mike Duffy, Administrator and CEO and the entire staff of Good Samaritan Home For their outstanding hospitality.
An increasing number of people entering nursing homes and convalescent homes want greater flexibility and freedom. The assisted living quarters were designed with that in mind. The assisted living center is the second of four phases of work in a $20.7 million renovation of Good Samaritan Home.
No one from Rinella Company, Napa Auto Parts or Maas Enterprises were on hand to win the Chamber's $100 cash prize so the pot rolls over and we will attempt to give away $125 at the September Business Before Hours event at the Kroc Center on September 22. See you there!
Associated Bank - July 28th, 2011
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The lobby of Associated Bank was a perfect setting for Business Before Hours. More than 50 Chamber members and guests enjoyed several delicious breakfast selections and time for networking. Our thanks go to Lisa Hoffman and the rest of the Associated Bank staff for hosting a terrific event!.
Janie Windmiller from Rokusek Design won the gift basket full of goodies and gift certificates. However, there was no winner of the $75 up for grabs from the Chamber. Employees of the Quincy Association of Realtors, Inc, Quincy Regional Airport and Personal Finance Company missed their opportunity to win the cash. The pot rolls over and we will attempt to give away $100 during the August Business Before Hours, which will be hosted by The Good Samaritan Home on August 25. See you there!
Community Foundation of the Quincy Area - June 23rd, 2011 Photo Gallery
A large crowd of more than 70 Chamber members and guests enjoyed a delicious hot breakfast of sausage and pancakes on a chilly morning and great networking opportunities at Community Foundation of the Quincy Area’s office at 601 State St. Thank you to Jill Blickhan, her staff and board for hosting the Chamber’s June Business After Hours.
Prizes were won by Mecki Kosin from The Travel House of Quincy, Nancy Waters, Tracy Kiefer from O’Brien Insurance - Tracy Kiefer, Donna Leach from ETC ComputerLand and Scott McGaughey from Culver Stockton College.
No one won the Chamber’s cash prize, so the pot rolls over, and we will attempt to give away $50 at the July 28 Before Hours event at Associated Bank. See you there.
dressbarn - May 26th, 2011
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More than 50 Chamber members and guests attended the May Business Before Hours event hosted by dressbarn. Fourteen lucky winners left with prizes or gift certificates.
dressbarn stores offer women's casual career and special occasion fashion apparel and accessories at value prices, operating stores in 47 states.
No one from Illinois Veterans Home, Union Difference or Klingele Veterinary Clinic were on hand to claim the Chamber's $25 cash prize, so the pot rolls over and we will attempt to give away $50 at the June Business Before Hours event at the Community Foundation of the Quincy Area on June 23. Hope to see you there.
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Three lucky attendees at the April Business Before Hours at Farlow Realty, including Joyce Waterkotte of U.S. Cellular, above, spent 30 seconds in the Cash Tornado booth. They were allowed to keep all the money they caught! Joyce caught $10; Cindy Rossiter from Everything and the Kitchen Sink caught $65 and Dr. Helge Rieman from Quincy Medical Group caught $18. Thank you and congratulations to Jeremy Farlow and staff for a wonderful morning!
The Chamber also gave away money at the event. Scott Stone, a realtor with Century 21 Broughton Team, was on hand to collect the Chamber's $25 cash prize.
We'll see you May 26 for the Business Before Hours event at dressbarn.
YMCA - March 24th, 2011
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More than 60 Chamber members and guests attended the March Business Before Hours event at the YMCA. Our thanks goes to Operations Director Debbie Bruce and Marketing Director Amanda Stotts and the entire YMCA staff for their outstanding hospitality. Everyone in attendance received a free day pass to use YMCA services.
Lucky Tracy Kiefer from O'Brien Insurance Agency won the Chamber's $75 cash prize. The next Business Before Hours networking event will be hosted by Farlow Realty on April 28. See you there!
Big Brothers Big Sisters/First Union Congregational Church - February 24th, 2011 Photo Gallery
Two of the Chamber's smaller organizations teamed up for BIG success at the February Business Before Hours. Our thanks to Kathy Brink and her staff at Big Brothers Big Sisters and Rev. Larry Wentzel and his staff at First Union Congregational Church for a wonderful morning.
During the program, Pastor Wentzel gave a brief history of the church's founding and new Associate Pastor Rev. Stephen Bounds talked about some of the church's new programs, including a Saturday night family worship that includes dinner.
Brink says that she has 70 boys on the waiting list for Big Brothers. She says that volunteers don't need to "find" another hour or two in their week to spend time with the children; she matches children and adults with similar interests. So, if you already spend an hour a week at the gym or on the golf course, you just take your Little Brother or Sister along with you. She encouraged attendees to not think about the commitment and "just do it."
T-shirts were won by Timothy Prior of Pryor's Concrete Repair, Tony Rhodes from Powder Coat Plus, Melissa Clopper from Members First Community Credit Union, Joe Guzman from Sam's Club, Margaret Woods from First Union Congregational Church and Marianne Peters from Bybee Insurance.
No one from Bix Basement Water Control/Foundation Repair,Williams Shooters Supply or The Good Samaritan Home was on hand to win the Chamber's $50 cash prize, so that pot rolls over and we will attempt to give away $75 at the March Business Before Hours event at the Quincy Family YMCA on March 24. We hope to see you there!
Bruening Heating & Air Conditioning Inc. and Fireplaces - January 27th, 2011 Photo Gallery
Bruening Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. and Fireplaces provided a warm and relaxing environment to kick off our 2011 Business Before Hours events. Our thanks goes to Bruce, Sandra and Kelly Bruening for the inviting atmosphere, tasty danishes and hot coffee that warmed us on a cold morning.
The Bruening location at 1857 Broadway has been open less than three years, but Bruce and Sandra have been serving clients in this area for more than 35 years through their location in Mendon, Ill. In addition to heating and cooling systems, Bruening's offers a wide variety of wood, gas and pellet fireplaces that can stand alone or can replace your current fireplace. They also can put fireplaces in walls, under staircases and even in cabinets (there's one on display!). Your imagination is their only limitation. Check out their showroom between 10 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday or from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday.
Congratulations to Janet Veach from the Alzheimer's Association--Quincy Area Branch, who won a one-year service contract, valued at $150. No representatives from the West Central Illinois Center for Independent Living, Kade Photography or the American Red Cross were on hand to win the Chamber's $25 cash prize, so the pot rolls over and we will attempt to give away $50 next month at the Feb. 24 Before Hours event hosted by Big Brothers Big Sisters and First Union Congregational Church. We hope to see you there.
Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce - December 16th, 2010 Photo Gallery
Merry Christmas to Michael Hitt from CBQ Services, who won $300 CASH at the December Business Before Hours hosted by the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce. Sixteen names were drawn before a winner was announced.
The Chamber hosted the event to showcase new features on its website, www.quincychamber.org, including a "Members Only" section where members can sign up for events, view their bills, post coupons and more. In addition, improvements to the Business Directory will allow visitors to search by keywords and email questions about products and services directly to members. Chamber Membership Director McKenzie Disselhorst told attendees that usernames and passwords will be distributed after the first of the year.
Other prizes were won by Chris Vlasvich of Vphoto Co., Chuck O'Donnell from Glacial Energy, Sara Bruns from Winters Insurance Group, Amie Smith from ServPro of Quincy, Melinda Ruff from Allied Waste Services, Breanna Hill from the Alzheimer's Association and Dustin Hall from WGEM.
Thank you to all Business Before Hour hosts for a great 2010. We'll see you at Jan. 27 Business Before Hours event at Bruening Heating and Air Conditioning Inc., and Fireplaces, 1857 Broadway.
F&M Bank and Trust Co. and Quincy SHRM - November 18th, 2010 Photo Gallery
There was a chill in the air, but F & M Bank and Trust Co.'s location at 2905 Broadway was a great setting for warm greetings and conversation during last week's Chamber Business Before Hours. The event was co-hosted by Quincy Society for Human Resource Management (SHRM).
More than 50 Chamber members took advantage of the networking opportunity, and three - Breeana Hill from the Alzheimer's Association, Dan Meade from Illinois Department of Employment Security, and Randy Stocker from Great Debate Books and Merrill Lynch - left with prizes in addition to business cards. However, there was no winner of the $275 up for grabs from the Chamber. Employees of the Regional Office of Education, American General Financial Services, and WQUB-90.3 FM missed their opportunity to win the cash. $300 will be given away during the Dec. Business Before Hours, which will be hosted by the Chamber at the Oakley Lindsay Center.
U.S. Cellular - October 28th, 2010 Photo Gallery
Chamber members and guests in attendance at last week's Business Before Hours, hosted by U.S. Cellular, got the day off to a great start with fun, games, and delicious treats.
Thank you to Joyce Waterkotte and the entire U.S. Cellular staff for their outstanding hospitality! Six attendees had the opportunity to win prizes playing U.S. Cellular trivia, and Nancy Dolan, from the Quincy Public Library, won the grand prize - a BlackBerry Presenter.
The Chamber attempted to give away $250 - representatives from Ron's Tire Inc., Sleep Tight, and Abundant Life Investors missed the opportunity. We will attempt to give away $275 at the next Business Before Hours on Nov. 18, hosted by F & M Bank and Trust Co. and Quincy Society for Human Resource Management, at F & M Bank, 2905 Broadway. See you there!
ETC ComputerLand - September 23rd, 2010 Photo Gallery
It pays to read the inserts from the Chamber’s UPDATE newsletter. Sherri Busse from Emerald City Jewelers remembered to bring her flyer to the September Business Before Hours at ETC ComputerLand, and she won a beautiful printer from our hosts.
Thank you to Eric and Kathryn Thomas and staff for a morning of great food, information and networking.
Other prizes were won by Judy Dewey of F&M Bank and Trust Company, Tom Cane from Cane Tech Group and Judy Bloch from Heinie Specialty Products.
No one won the Chamber’s cash prize, so the pot rolls over, and we will attempt to give away $250 at the Oct. 28 Before Hours event at US Cellular. See you there.
American Red Cross - August 26th, 2010 Photo Gallery
The marquee at the American Red Cross welcomed nearly 90 early morning risers on Aug. 26 for the August Business Before Hours. Our thanks goes to Pam Shaffer and her staff and board for tours, explanations of the numerous services provided by the Red Cross and for the great breakfast and prizes.
Kathie Palmer from North Adams Home and Breanna Hill from the Alzheimer’s Association won first aid kits, Keith Shaffer from Stoney Creek Inn won a certificate for a first aid training class and Judy Dewey from F&M Bank and Trust Company won an umbrella, all compliments of the Red Cross.
No representatives from the Adams County Health Department, Dr. Richard Gregory’s dentist office or Landmarx Screen Printed & Embroidered Product were in attendance, so we had no winner for the $200 cash prize offered by the Chamber. The pot rolls over and we will attempt to give away $225 at the September Business After Hours.
Quincy Senior & Family Resource Center - July 22nd, 2010 Photo Gallery
The Quincy Senior & Family Resource Center impressed Business Before Hours guests with a delicious full breakfast catered by the Meals Plus program. Attendees also toured the building and learned about the services provided by the many agencies housed in the building.
The Chamber attempted to give away $175 in cash, but representatives from Cass Advertising, the Illinois Veterans Home, and Illinois Mentor missed their opportunity. The money will roll over so next month $200 will be up for grabs during Business Before Hours at the American Red Cross on August 26. See you there!
Adecco - June 24th, 2010 Photo Gallery
Attendees at last week's Business Before Hours got tours of Adecco's new office space at 1891 Maine St. and enjoyed delicious breakfast treats. In addition, the Adecco staff explained how businesses can benefit from their hiring and placement services, complete with a demonstration of one of their exclusive testing procedures.
Joanne Dedert from Bickford of Quincy and Dan Meade from the Illinois Department of Employment Security won Adecco gift baskets. The Chamber attempted to give away $150 in cash, but representatives from Transitions of Western Illinois, TJ's Supper Club, and Aramark Uniform Services missed their opportunity to win. Our thanks to Cheryl Liggett and the entire Adecco staff for their wonderful hospitality. Photos are available on the Chamber website. The next Business Before Hours will be held July 22 at the Quincy Senior and Family Resource Center. See you there!
Chaddock - May 27th, 2010 Photo Gallery
Chaddock unveiled its newest cottage, the Gene Simon Family Cottage, at the May Business Before Hours. A large crowd of Chamber members enjoyed a delicious breakfast and learned about the services provided by Chaddock. Many toured the new facility, which will house 10 Chaddock students and is the community's first LEAD-certified (really energy efficient) building. Thank you to Debbie Reed and the entire Chaddock staff!
Mary Beth Swigart from AdForce Advertising Agency and Debby Stark from Associated Bank both won therapeutic chocolate and floral arrangements from Chaddock. The Chamber attempted to give away $125, but representatives from Tom Yates Photography, Farlow Realty, and United Systems missed the opportunity. Don't miss the June Business Before Hours - hosted by Adecco on June 24 - for your chance to win $150 from the Chamber.
John Wood Community College - April 22nd, 2010 Photo Gallery
John Wood Community College celebrated Community College Month by hosting a Business Before Hours event in the Paul Heath Community Education & Fine Arts Center. Attendees enjoyed a delicious breakfast including a yogurt bar, homemade stuffed french toast, and Caribou coffee.
Damaris Ciara from Quincy Hospitality House, John Johannes from First Bank, and Betty Gebhardt from the American Business Women's Association won JWCC door prizes. The Chamber attempted to give away $100 in cash, but representatives from Farmers Bank of Liberty, Hy-Vee, and Midwest Communications were not present to claim the prize. Thank you to the John Wood Community College president Tom Klincar and the entire JWCC staff for hosting a wonderful event!
Kohl Cash & Carry Showroom - March 25th, 2010 Photo Gallery
Attendees helped Kohl Cash & Carry Showroom celebrate their 10th Anniversary during March Business Before Hours. Our thanks to the entire staff at Kohl Cash & Carry for their wonderful hospitality. In addition to breakfast, attendees each received a t-shirt and special discount coupon. For the third month in a row, the Chamber's cash prize went unclaimed. Join us April 22 at John Wood Community College for your opportunity to win $100 in cash!
Winters Insurance Group - February 25th, 2010 Photo Gallery
Attendees of the Feb. Business Before Hours had the opportunity to view a piece of Quincy Chamber history while touring the Winters Insurance Group building, which was home to the Chamber of Commerce office many years ago. Thank you to the entire staff at Winters Insurance for providing delicious breakfast sandwiches and warm hospitality on a cold February morning.
Judy Dewey from F & M Bank and Trust Co., Joyce Waterkotte from U.S. Cellular, Mary Beth Swigart from AdForce Advertising Agency, and Richard Heinie from Heinie Specialty Products were the lucky winners of door prizes from Winters Insurance. Employees of RSC Equipment Rental, Esselman Counseling Services, and Senator John Sullivan were not as lucky, missing the opportunity to take home $50 in cash from the Chamber. The next Business Before Hours will be hosted by Kohl Cash & Carry Showroom on March 25. See you there!
Quincy University - January 28th, 2010 Photo Gallery
Business Before Hours attendees took a break from networking to tour the St. Francis Solano Chapel, the San Damiano Chapel, and the new Day Chapel on the campus of Quincy University. Thank you to the faculty and staff of Quincy University for their wonderful hospitality. Visit the photo gallery to see pictures.
Nancy Waters from Bickford of Quincy won a $200 advertising package courtesy of The Oldies Superstation. Brian Earnest from Mercantile Bank and Sara Bruns from Winters Insurance won Quincy University gift baskets. The Chamber attempted to give away $25 in cash, but representatives from Musholt Insurance, Hollister -Whitney, and Computer Works missed the drawing. Don't miss your opportunity to win $50 in cash at the next Business Before Hours, Feb. 25 at Winters Insurance.
Quincy Convention & Visitors Bureau - December 3rd, 2009 Photo Gallery
As the Quincy Area Convention & Visitors Bureau celebrated 25 years by hosting the December Business Before Hours, Kathy Mutchler and Kathy O'Hara of Bee-Line Express celebrated their win of $100 in cash from the Chamber.
Thank you to Holly Cain and the staff and board of directors of the Quincy Area Convention & Visitors Bureau for hosting the 'Before Hours 80's Party' at the Villa Kathrine. If you missed the event, you missed a wonderful breakfast, great networking opportunities, and the chance to take home a new Quincy t-shirt.
Hannibal-LaGrange College - November 19th, 2009 Photo Gallery
November Business Before Hours attendees were rewarded for their early morning trip to Hannibal-LaGrange College with excellent food and networking in a beautiful setting - the Roland Fine Arts Center, which is home to the 580-seat Parker Theatre, the Hagerman Art Gallery and more. The event was a cooperative effort of both the Quincy Area Chamber of Commerce and the Hannibal Area Chamber of Commerce.
The Century 21 Broughton Team won a $200 advertising package from The Oldies Superstation. Dennis Johansen from Lifetime Coatings won a bag of Hannibal-LaGrange College goodies. This month, the Chamber attempted to give away $75 in cash, but representatives from Manpower, Columbus Road Baptist Church, and Midwest Orthopedic Specialists were not present to claim the prize. The Chamber will give away $100 in CASH at the December Business Before Hours at the Quincy Convention & Visitors Bureau on December 3. See you there!
Quincy Public Schools Foundation - October 22nd, 2009 Photo Gallery
Tours of the Quincy Public Schools Administration Building, great food and networking were enjoyed by attendees of the October Business Before Hours hosted by the Quincy Public Schools Foundation. Our thanks to the Quincy Public Schools Foundation Board of Trustees and Executive Director Julie Ross for their wonderful hospitality.
Greg Lueckenhoff from Adam Florist won a $200 advertising package from The Oldies Superstation and Mecki Kosin from The Travel House of Quincy won a gift certificate donated by Bee-Line Express. Dorothy Yackley from the Adams County Chapter of the American Red Cross, Conrad Dvorak from Aflac, Kathy Wolters from With You In Mind, and Olive Johansen from Lifetime Coatings all won door prizes from the Quincy Public Schools Foundation. Representatives from Sleep Tight, Crescent Parts & Equipment and Spring Street Automotive missed the opportunity to take home $50 in cash. We will attempt to give away $75 in cash at the Nov. Business Before Hours, hosted by Hannibal-LaGrange College on Nov. 19. See you there!
Sunset Home and Villas - September 24th, 2009 Photo Gallery
Chris Hopson, administrator of Sunset Home and Villas, gave tours of the facility during the September Business Before Hours. We saw the Alzheimer's area, semi-private and private rooms, multiple dining and gathering areas and more. Many residents enjoy a great view of the Mississippi River from windows in their rooms, a coffee shop/ice cream parlor and a large cage with all kinds of live birds. Thanks to Chris and her staff for a great breakfast, too!
Prizes were won by Lowell Yates of Gray Hunter Stenn accountants, Dave Willing of Priority One Printing and Mailing, Clairice Hetzler from Children's Action Network, Suzanne Maas from Maas Home and Garage Company, Marilyn Heinie of Heinie Specialty Products, Conrad Dvorak from AFLAC and more. Chuck Mahon from Winters Insurance won four tickets to the Quincy Community Theatre, donated by Bee-Line Express.
Nobody won the Chamber's $25 cash prize, so that rolls over to October. We will attempt to give away $50 at the next Business Before Hours on Oct. 22 at the Quincy Public Schools Foundation. We hope to see you there!
Illinois Department of Employment Security - August 27th, 2009 Photo Gallery
Attendees at the August Business Before Hours learned about a partnership between the State of Illinois and Microsoft that offers online courses to individuals in need of basic computer skills. If you missed the presentation, go to www.illinoisworknet.com and click on the "Elevate America" link. Thank you to Cheryl Grussenmeyer, Blanche Shoup and staff at the Illinois Department of Employment Security for educating us about this FREE program.
It was not all work, however, at the event. Kathy Mutchler and Kathy O’Hara from Bee-Line Express picked up a sweet in $200 CASH and Kathy Wolters from With You in Mind Image Management Services picked up $200 in advertising from the Oldies Superstation.
Our next Business Before Hours will be Sept. 24 at Sunset Home, Villas and Apartments. We hope to see you there.
Simmetry Communications - July 23rd, 2009 Photo Gallery
Simmetry Communications provided a bright and cheerful setting for the July Business Before Hours. More than 50 attendees enjoyed networking and learning about the latest cell phone technology. Thank you to Craig Freeman and the entire Simmetry Communications staff for their hospitality!
Bill Martin from The Printer Doctor and Green Tek, Clairice Hetzler from the Advocacy Network for Children, Mecki Kosin from the Travel House of Quincy, and Jill Arnold Blickhan from the Community Foundation of the Quincy Area all won Bluetooth headsets from Simmetry Communications. Scott Earnest from Heaven's Best was the winner of $200 in advertising donated by The Oldies Superstation. The Chamber attempted to give away $175 in cash, but representatives from CareLink, Inc., Sycamore Healthcare Center, and Quincy Compressor were not present to claim the cash. $200 will be up for grabs at the August Business Before Hours, which will be held August 27th at the Illinois Department of Employment Security.
Shoe Carnival - June 25th, 2009 Photo Gallery
There were LOTS of happy feet at the June Business Before Hours at Shoe Carnival on June 25. Attendees bought 51 pair of shoes in 90 minutes, taking advantage of the 30% discount offered by our hosts. Our thanks to Regional Manager Tim Spotila, General Manager Robin Jenkins and staff for a great start to our morning.
Nancy Waters from Bickford Cottages answered a trivia question correctly to win a $25 Shoe Carnival gift certificate and Tracy Kiefer from the American Business Women's Association won a $200 advertising package from the Oldies Superstation 106.7.
No representatives from Sharkey Transportation, Hansen Spear Funeral Directors or the Investment Center of Quincy was on hand to win the Chamber's $150 cash prize, so the money rolls over (again!) and someone will have the chance to win $175 at the July Business Before Hours event at Simmetry Communications. We hope to see you there!
Snap Fitness - May 28th, 2009 Photo Gallery
Exercisers at Snap Fitness had an audience during their morning workout on May 28th. Our thanks to Manager Ali Power and staff, who hosted a wonderful Business Before Hours. Snap Fitness is open 24-hours a day and already has more than 600 members.
The Chamber's $125 cash prize was unclaimed, as representatives from Country Inn & Suites, Hardee's East, and Getz Fire Equipment Co. were not present. $150 in cash will be up for grabs at the next Business Before Hours, held June 25th at Shoe Carnival.
George Keller & Sons Co. - April 23rd, 2009 Photo Gallery
From flowers to bulk seed and farm toys to patio furniture, George Keller & Sons Co. showcased their wide variety of merchandise to attendees at the April Business Before Hours. Thank you to Lil Keller, Randy Zaerr, Ray Swann, and the entire Keller's staff for their hospitality.
Winners of George Keller & Sons gift certificates included: Gilberta Dorsey of Abundant Life Investors; Becky Albert of F&M Bank and Trust; Bill Martin of GreenTek; Joyce Waterkotte of U.S. Cellular; Alisa Elkins of WGEM; and Kathy O'Hara of Bee-Line Express. In addition, Tracy Kiefer of the American Business Women's Association won the $200 advertising package offered by The Oldies Superstation. The Chamber attempted to give away $100 but representatives from Pop's Pizza, The United Way, and Illinois Mentor missed the opportunity. The Chamber will attempt to give away $125 in cash at the May Business Before Hours.
County Market - March 26th, 2009 Photo Gallery
Gourmet cinnamon rolls, smoothies, Caribou Coffee, a friendly game of Food Fued, and beautiful pink and yellow roses were just a few highlights of the March Business Before Hours hosted by County Market at 48th & Broadway. Thank you to Rich Niemann, Gerry Kettler, and staff for generously hosting an outstanding event!
Judy Dewey of F & M Bank and Trust won a $200 advertising package courtesy of The Oldies Superstation. Representatives from The Place, Manpower, and Bockenfeld & Associates missed out on the opportunity to win $75 in cash from the Chamber. We will attempt to give away $100 at next event. Join us for the April Business Before Hours for your chance to win!
State Street Bank - February 26th, 2009 Photo Gallery
The lobby of State Street Bank's 8th and State location was a perfect setting for Business Before Hours. Our thanks go to President Mike Mahair and Business Development Officer Bobbe White and the rest of the State Street Bank staff for hosting a terrific event! Attendees enjoyed several delicious breakfast selections and time for networking and each received a $2 bill. Connie Benson of Hannibal La Grange College won a State Street Bank gift basket and Penny Lock of Sam's Club was the lucky winner of a $200 advertising package from The Oldies Station. $50 was up for grabs from the Chamber, but representatives from Shaw Clinic, Good Samaritan Home, and Rees Construction were not in attendance and missed out on the prize money. We will attempt to give away $75 at the next Business Before Hours, which will be held March 26, 2009 at the County Market Traditions store at 48th and Broadway.
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