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GREATER BELLEVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
DECEMBER 2021
ADVANCING BUSINESS. ASRU T IP CL AR C LOE M M U ANRITTI C PEO R T I N GT IC YL. E NAME
CONGRATULATIONS DESCRIPTION
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ENLISTED D E S C R IDINNER PTION
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SPECIAL PARTNERS
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE Kevin Vick, Chairperson Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.
Platinum:
Memorial Hospital & Care Center
Gold:
HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital
Amy Richter, Chairperson Elect & Treasurer Hospice of Southern Illinois
Silver:
Illinois American Water Company
Bronze:
Ameren Illinois Belleville Boot Company Belleville News-Democrat Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, P.C.
Friends:
ALLSTAR Carpet & Upholstery Care Associated Bank AT&T Illinois Auffenberg Belleville Busey Bank Commerce Bank Eckert’s Inc. Essence Healthcare Gonzalez Companies, LLC Grey Eagle Distributors Scott Credit Union Southwestern Illinois College TerraSource Global
Alliance:
Abbott EMS Air One Chiropractic Allsup, Inc Bank of Belleville Belleville Area Special Services Cooperative Benedictine Living Community at the Shrine Bi-State Development BOS Metro East Banking Center Breakthru Beverage Group Cannon Utility Services, LLC. Chelar Tool and Die CliftonLarsonAllen, LLP Cooling Concepts Draft Kings at Casino Queen ELB Enterprises, Inc. Estel Foods Inc. / McDonalds Empire Comfort Systems FCB Bank First Bank FKG Oil Company Holland Construction Services Hoyleton Youth and Family Services Jack Schmitt AUto World Knipp Roofing & Exteriors, Inc. Knollwood Retirement Community Lochmueller Group Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd. McDonald’s - Burris Management, Inc. McKendree University National Shrine of Our Lady of the Snows Nothing Bundt Cakes Print Master Serra Honda O’Fallon SIHF Healthcare Southern Illinois Builders Association Southern Illinois University Edwardsville Willowcreek Rehab & Nursing Center
Mary Lamie, First Vice Chairperson Bi-State Development Ryan Boike, Second Vice Chairperson Belleville Public School District #118 Edmond Brown, Immediate Past Chairperson ELB Enterprises, Inc.
Board of Directors
Lisa Adams, Adams Publications Jeff Bair, Grimm & Gorly Florist and POUR@322 Jeff Baker, Executive Freedom Partners Brett Baltz, Egyptian Workspace Partners Amy Gould, Illinois American Water Ericka Logan, Logan & Logan Mngt & Accounting Service Dan Lovekamp, Auffenberg Dealer Group of Illinois Tracy McCollum, Standard Rule Promotions Brian Mentzer, Belleville Township High School Dist. #201 Paula Nixon, Ameren Illinois Jessica Orelt, Baldree-Orelt Insurance Agency Kirk Schilling, Invelope LLC Laura Schrick, Mathis, Marifian & Richter Stephen Sedlak, Schmale Insurance Ron Stephens, Bank of Belleville John Ziegler, Memorial Hospital
EX-OFFICIO MEMBERS Chairman Mark Kern, St. Clair County Mayor Patty Gregory, City of Belleville Christine Spargur, Scott Air Force Base Jo Ann May, IL Small Business Development Center
CHAMBER STAFF Wendy J. Pfeil, President/CEO wpfeil@bellevillechamber.org Peggy Schifferdecker, Membership/Event Manager pschifferdecker@bellevillechamber.org Diana Goebel, Marketing & Communications Manager marketing@bellevillechamber.org Alex Mathews, Main Street Manager bms@bellevillechamber.org Cathleen Lindauer, Director, Belleville Tourism clindauer@bellevillechamber.org
Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce 216 East A Street, Belleville,IL 62220 Phone: (618) 233-2015 Fax: (618) 233-2077 www.bellevillechamber.org
AMBASSADORS Rebecca Boyer, Kaskaskia Engineering Group, LLC Justin Chapman, Busey Bank Lynne Clapp, Vertical Performance Terri Dambacher, CompuType IT Solutions Julie Fetters, Associated Bank Cari Frick, Metro Lock and Security, Inc. Sharon Goff, Community Member Dean Hardt, City of Belleville Dennis F. Korte, Sr., Community Member Tracy McCollum, Standard Rule Promotions Dorothy Meyer, St. Clair County Al Orelt, Albert Orelt Allstate Agency Lisa Phillipson, Hospice of Southern Illinois Joy Prigge, Dieterich Bank Leslie Schmidt, Abbott EMS Loretta Stammer, Community Member Brandy Steely, Community Member Anne Thomure, Memorial Regional Health Services Jack Weck, Community Member Sheri Welch, Community Member Susan Wobbe, Community Member John Wunderlich, Community Member Sharon Zika, Scott Credit Union
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COVER STORY 70th annual Enlisted Dinner Honors Men & Women of Scott Air Force Base & four Veterans After having to cancel the 70th Annual Enlisted Dinner the day of the event in March of 2020 as the pandemic started, the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce’s Belle-Scott Committee was finally able to host their 70th Enlisted Dinner on Thursday, November 18 at The Shrine Banquet Center to honor the enlisted men and women of Scott Air Force Base and thank them for their bravery, commitment, and sacrifice to our nation. This is an annual, sold-out event that reminds the community each year of the important role Scott Air Force Base plays in the metro-east. “The Enlisted Dinner is Belleville’s opportunity to show our deep appreciation to Scott’s enlisted members for their service and sacrifice,” said Geri Boyer, the Belle-Scott Committee Civilian Chairman. “It is also our chance to honor a few local veterans and tell their stories of bravery and remarkable resilience.” The Belle-Scott Committee, once known as “The Belleville Plan”, has been in existence since 1950 working to promote good relations between Belleville and Scott Air Force Base. The plan was announced at the First G.I. Pal Dinner (later known as the Belle-Scott Enlisted Dinner) which was held November 29, 1950, at the U.S.O. Canteen in Belleville. “The Belle-Scott Committee was established in 1950 to promote a positive relationship between the local business community and the Base,” said Boyer. “Belle-Scott was formed because this was not always the case. Many veterans we have honored tell us that only recently have they been thanked for their service. We want the members of the military and veterans of our community to know how much we cherish and value their sacrifice and service and this dinner gives Belleville an opportunity to do that in a very personal way.” The dinner included remarks from Rick Vernier (St. Clair County), Mayor Patty Gregory (City of Belleville), and Col. Rob Lowe III (375th Air Mobility Wing). A special response was also given by A1C Ethan Moser. During the event, three U.S. war veterans were also honored as special guests including Robert Elder (Navy, recently deceased), Leroy “Wes” Scheller (Air Force, 92, Belleville, IL), and Don Jerome (Army, 86, Belleville, IL). Terry Foerste, a Belle-Scott committee member and fellow Vietnam veteran, also received the Golden Eagle award. He assists the committee doing interviews with veterans and composes biographies of the honorees that he then presents during the event. “The stories of all veterans are eventually going to disappear. I think it’s important that we record their stories when we can.” - Terry Foerste
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CHAMBER NEWS Wendy J Pfeil, IOM of Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce Graduates from Institute for Organization Management Institute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, is pleased to announce that Wendy J Pfeil, IOM, President/CEO, of the Greater Belleville Chamber of Commerce, has graduated from the program and has received the recognition of IOM. Awarded to all graduates of the Institute program, the IOM Graduate Recognition signifies the individual’s completion of 96 hours of course instruction in nonprofit management. In addition, participants can earn credit hours toward the Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) or Certified Association Executive (CAE) certifications. Nearly 1,000 individuals attend Institute annually. “Institute graduates are recognized across the country as leaders in their industries and organizations,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, the U.S. Chamber Foundation’s vice president of Institute for Organization Management. “These individuals have the knowledge, skills, and dedication necessary to achieve professional and organizational success in the dynamic association and chamber industries.” Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has been educating tens of thousands of association, chamber, and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members and become strong business advocates. Institute’s curriculum consists of four week-long sessions at four different university locations throughout the country. Through a combination of required courses and electives in areas such as leadership, advocacy, marketing, finance, and membership, Institute participants are able to enhance their own organizational management skills and add new fuel to their organizations, making them run more efficiently and effectively. Institute for Organization Management is the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. It is the premier nonprofit professional development program for association and chamber professionals, fostering individual growth through interactive learning and networking opportunities. The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF) is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce dedicated to strengthening America’s long-term competitiveness. We educate the public on the conditions necessary for business and communities to thrive, how business positively impacts communities, and emerging issues and creative solutions that will shape the future.
Annual Meeting December 21 | 7:30am All chamber members are invited to attend the 2021 Annual Meeting and hear from the chamber and some of our partners recap how the year has been. Election of the new officers and board members for 2022 will also be held. Join your fellow Chamber members via Zoom for an opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of 2021 while setting the vision for 2022. All Chamber members are encouraged to RSVP online at www.bellevillechamber.org. Page 4
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CHAMBER NEWS
December 2021 Upcoming Chamber Events
12/2 Business After Hours 12/4 Movie Nights with Santa: Santa Claus is Coming to Town 12/9 Healthcare & CSA Committee Meeting 12/11 Movie Nights with Santa: Elf Buddy’s Musical Christmas 12/14 Coffee Cup Connections 12/15 Leadership Belleville Committee Meeting 12/21 Annual Meeting 12/24-12/31 Office Closed for the holidays
RSVP for events online at www.BellevilleChamber.org! Just click on the event you wish to attend and log-in. Need help? Email your RSVP to marketing@bellevillechamber.org or call 618-233-2015.
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Upcoming Coffee Cup Connections
Upcoming Business After Hours
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MEMBERSHIP UPDATES
Welcome
to the following businesses and organizations who joined the Chamber in October.
Bacon Farmer Workman Engineering & Testing, Inc. 521 W Main Street, Suite 200, Belleville www.bfwengineers.com
Edward Jones Patrick Oglesby 6318 W. Main St., Belleville www.edwardjones.com/patrick-oglesby
Ben’s 112 East Main Street, Belleville www.shopbens.com
Pc’s for People 100 North Florida Ave., Belleville www.pcsforpeople.org
Blanquart’s Rusty Gem Vintage Market 26 East Main Street, Belleville
Spaces 207 East Main Street, Belleville
Crossfit MetroEast 1925 South Illinois, Suite B, Belleville www.crossfit-metroeast.com
Steve’s Auto Body - Belleville 207 S 20th St., Belleville www.stevesautobodyco.com
Thank you
to the following members for renewing their membership with the Chamber in October.
Albert Orelt Allstate Agency Bank of Belleville Belleville Philharmonic Society BELOMAN Breeze Hospice, LLC Coldwell Banker Brown Realtors - Barb Davidson Compu-Type IT Solutions Edwards Hoering Erdmann Law Office Gaslight Vinyl LLC
IL Small Business Development Center In Focus Marketing Local Lucy’s Menta Academy of Belleville Roy-el Catering Sigman Heating & Air Conditioning, Inc. Skyview Drive-In Taylor Roofing Inc Toots Cake & Candy Supply
For a complete list of our members, visit www.BellevilleChamber.org. For Membership Information, contact Peggy at 618-233-2015 or PSchifferdecker@bellevillechamber.org Did you know the Chamber has a members-only event calendar? Submit your event online at www.BellevilleChamber.org and click “Calendar” to see the calendar and submit your event! All events will be featured in our Weekly Friday E-blast. Page 8
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MEMBERSHIP UPDATES Celebrating a new business opening, anniversary or remodel?
Celebrate with a Ribbon Cutting! Contact Peggy Schifferdecker, Membership/ Event Manager, for more info. Call the Chamber Office at (618) 233-2015.
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MEMBER UPDATES EXTRAORDINARY NURSES TO BE RECOGNIZED AT MEMORIAL HOSPITAL BELLEVILLE | SHILOH THROUGH DAISY AWARD PROGRAM Nurses at Memorial Hospital Belleville |Shiloh will be honored with The DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses ®. The award is part of the DAISY Foundation’s mission to recognize the extraordinary, compassionate nursing care they provide patients and families every day. This award program at Memorial is being sponsored by Memorial Foundation, Inc. Nurses may be nominated by patients, families, and colleagues. The award recipient is chosen by a committee at Memorial to receive The DAISY Award. Awards are presented each month at celebrations attended by the honoree’s colleagues, patients, and visitors. Each honoree receives a certificate commending her or him as an “Extraordinary Nurse.” The certificate reads: “In deep appreciation of all you do, who you are, and the incredibly meaningful difference you make in the lives of so many people.” Honorees also receive a DAISY Award pin and a beautiful and meaningful sculpture called A Healer’s Touch, hand-carved by artists of the Shona Tribe in Zimbabwe. Memorial plans to recognize its first Daisy Award winner in December. The DAISY Foundation is a not-for-profit organization, established in memory of J. Patrick Barnes, by members of his family. Patrick died at the age of 33 in late 1999 from complications of Idiopathic Thrombocytopenic Purpura (ITP), a little known but not uncommon auto-immune disease. (DAISY is an acronym for Diseases Attacking the Immune System.) The care Patrick and his family received from nurses while he was ill inspired this unique means of thanking nurses for making a profound difference in the lives of their patients and patient families. President and Co-Founder of The DAISY Foundation Bonnie Barnes, FAAN said, “When Patrick was critically ill, our family experienced first-hand the remarkable skill and care nurses provide patients every day and night. Yet these unsung heroes are seldom recognized for the super-human, extraordinary, compassionate work they do.” “We are proud to be among the healthcare organizations participating in the DAISY Award program,” said Terri Halloran, RN, chief nursing officer and vice president of patient care services for Memorial Hospital Belleville | Shiloh. “Nurses are heroes every day. It’s important that our nurses know their work is highly valued and The Daisy Foundation provides a way for us to do that.” If you would like to recognize an extraordinary nurse at Memorial Belleville | Shiloh, please go to https://www.memhosp. org/daisy-award and complete a nomination form. In addition, nomination forms are available in various locations throughout both hospital campuses.
McKendree University Band Students to Perform in Upcoming Concerts at the Hett, Bothwell Chapel The students of McKendree University’s Division of Visual and Performing Arts will be performing in three upcoming concerts at Bothwell Chapel and the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts on campus. All are open to the public and admission is free. In accordance with current COVID-19 safety protocols, masks are required for all audience members. Thursday, Nov. 18, 7:30 p.m.: A saxophone studio recital will be taking place at Bothwell Chapel. Wednesday, Dec. 1, 7:30 p.m.: The McKendree University Percussion Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble will perform a joint concert in the Hettenhausen Center for the Arts. Friday, Dec. 3, 7:30 p.m. McKendree University’s Division of Visual and Performing Arts presents A McKendree Christmas!, which features holiday favorites the whole family will enjoy. The wind ensemble will perform “Holiday Portraits” by Sean O’Loughin and “The Bells of Christmas” by Robert Longfield, with narration provided by Technical Director Doug Magnussen. The concert band will perform “Christmas Fanfares” by Todd Stalter, “The Child and the Kings” by Timothy Broege and “On This Day Earth Shall Ring” by Gustav Holst, arranged by Robert W. Smith. A finale featuring the choir and band will include “A Christmas Festival” by Leroy Anderson. Huge Sale on Avalon Waterways!
A special basket auction will also take place before the Dec. 3 concert begins and will conclude at the end of intermission. All proceeds will go to support the upcoming music education major trip to the All-State Music Conference in Peoria in January.
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MEMBER UPDATES IMPACT Strategies Adds Cole Loftus as Market Development Manager Cole Loftus joins the team at IMPACT Strategies in the newly created position of Market Development Manager. In his new role, Cole will continue in IMPACT’s core purpose of developing industry relationships by identifying, qualifying, and developing project pursuit opportunities across the firm’s multiple markets which include Missouri, Illinois, and Ohio/Northern Kentucky. Cole brings an impressive background in outside sales with experience working at several companies. A native St. Louisan, he graduated from CBC High School and holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration and management from Rockhurst University. “I’m excited to get to work developing new relationships and opportunities for IMPACT Strategies,” said Loftus. “Connecting clients in both the St. Louis and Cincinnati metro areas with the proven construction services IMPACT offers is something I’m extremely proud to do.” Cole and his wife, Molly, live in St. Louis County; they have one child and another on the way. Nick Walker, vice president, project development and strategy at IMPACT Strategies, said, “The addition of Cole to our team will help us continue to grow as a company, while still providing excellence in construction to our clients. His passion for people and connecting makes him a valuable resource for both our clients and the IMPACT Strategies team.” IMPACT Strategies provides client-focused construction management, design/build, and general contracting services. The firm offers a full continuum of innovative design/build service capabilities including proven construction management processes and site development. IMPACT Strategies serves a regional and national client base in the Healthcare, Senior Living, Multifamily, Office, Retail, and Warehouse/Distribution markets from its offices in Missouri, Illinois, and Ohio. To learn more visit BuildwithIMPACT.com.
Greensfelder Celebrates Return of Art on the Square The Southern Illinois office of Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale. P.C. was proud to once again sponsor Belleville’s Art on the Square this fall. For the event’s opening night, Greensfelder attorneys invited guests to join them at the firm’s tent as well as at the opening night party. The firm also served as the party’s cocktail bar sponsor, with a special signature drink for attendees. Thank you to the clients, colleagues and friends who joined us for the return of this great event – we look forward to seeing everyone again in 2022!
MEMORIAL FAMILY CARE BIRTHING CENTERS OFFER CLASS FOR BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT Memorial’s Family Care Birthing Centers will offer its next Breastfeeding Support class for expectant mothers on Wednesday, December 1, 2021, from 6:30 to 9:00 p.m. at Memorial Hospital Shiloh. This class, taught by certified lactation consultants, reviews breastfeeding techniques and is ideal for new mothers or as a refresher course. If you are considering breastfeeding or have chosen to breastfeed your baby, this class will provide information, encouragement and support for a successful breastfeeding experience. Both parents are encouraged to attend. For a list of all class dates, times and locations, go to mymemorialnetwork.com/family-care-birthing-center and click on Obstetrics/Birthing Classes. There is a $10 per couple fee; advance registration is required and can be made by calling 618-767-3627 (DOCS), toll-free at 833-607-3637 (DOCS) or online at mymemorialnetwork.com/events.
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MEMBER UPDATES The BASIC Initiative recognizes 2021 Citizens of Character Awardees The BASIC (Belleville Achieves Strength in Character) Initiative proudly recognized eleven community members with the 2021 Citizens of Character Award at a special presentation on November 4, 2021. This was the thirteenth year the awards have been given out. “The winners of the Citizens of Character award make a positive difference in our community and enhance the quality of life in Belleville. We appreciate their ongoing efforts to make our city and region a great place to live and work,” said The BASIC Initiative board member and Belleville Township High School District #201 Assistant Superintendent Melissa Taylor, who also emceed the awards ceremony. The Belleville Citizens of Character Awardees for 2021 are: Sonja Durham, Downtown YMCA Mark Eckert, former Mayor of Belleville Austin Frazier, Althoff Catholic High School Wayne Guetterman, District #201 Mary Karban, community volunteer and former educator Katie Lundy, non-profit leader Kathy Mordini, Belleville Mural Project founder Lisa Quandt, Belleville West High School Michelle Seneczyn, Belleville East High School Joe Voss, St. Teresa’s School Ben Winner, Chik-Fil-A Greenmount Commons The BASIC Initiative Youth Board assisted with the individual award presentation and decorations for the evening, and Belleville District #118 Jazz Band performed. The BASIC Initiative developed out of Belleville’s Community of Character initiative. The organization focuses on building a community of character by offering a variety of opportunities for people to raise the quality of their life by helping to raise the quality of life for others. BASIC stands for Belleville Achieves Strength in Character. BASIC is a not-for-profit 501(c)(3) community organization. Website: www.BASICbelleville.org.
“Diva’s Night Out” with Belleville Main Street is back! Grab a friend and join us on Belleville Main Street. Third Thursday of the Month | July-December 5:00-8:00pm | $5 cash per person
Discover a variety of unique shops & wonderful restaurants throughout Belleville, where you’re sure to find that special gift for everyone!
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December 16th Theme: Ugly Christmas Sweaters Start: Abe’s Gourmet Popcorn End: Copper Fire More information: www.BellevilleMainStreet.net
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MEMBER UPDATES HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital Receives 2021 Press Ganey Guardian Of Excellence Award® Hospital earns national distinction as a top performer in clinical quality HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital today announced it has been named a 2021 Guardian of Excellence Award® winner by Press Ganey, the national leader in health care consumer and workforce engagement. Press Ganey recognizes St. Elizabeth’s as a top-performing health care organization achieving the 95th percentile or above for performance in clinical quality. The Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award® is a preeminent, competitive achievement for leading health care organizations. Presented annually, the award applauds hospitals and health systems that consistently sustained performance in the top 5% of all Press Ganey clients. “Press Ganey is honored to recognize HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital as one of the nation’s leaders in clinical quality,” said Patrick T. Ryan, chairman and chief executive officer, Press Ganey. “This award reflects an unwavering commitment to earn the trust and loyalty of patients throughout unimaginable challenges. We are humbled by HSHS St. Elizabeth’s incredible efforts, and their ability to adapt to imperatives of COVID-19 on top of the increasing demand for consumerism in health care.” Some of the quality initiatives put into place over the past year which have helped achieve clinical excellence focused on hospital acquired C. difficile infection reduction, reduction in surgical site infections and readmission rates, to name a few. “We are truly honored to receive the Press Ganey Guardian of Excellence Award for clinical quality,” said HSHS St. Elizabeth’s President and Chief Executive Officer Patti Fischer. “Despite the challenges they faced over the past year and half, our colleagues and medical staff remained committed to provide exceptional, high-quality care to our patients. I couldn’t be prouder of their efforts to elevate the care they provide to those who chose St. Elizabeth’s for their care.” Fischer further explained that Press Ganey’s Guardian of Excellence Award® demonstrates that the metro-east region can receive top-rated care close to home. In addition to HSHS St. Elizabeth’s, another hospital in Hospital Sisters Health System that has achieved the 2021 Press Ganey Guardian Of Excellence Award for clinical quality is HSHS St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham. For more information about HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, visit steliz.org.
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Yes, the pandemic came to our hospital. So we showed it who we are. We are Called to Care. Thank a health care worker at steliz.org/calledtocare. The Chamber Connection
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MEMBER UPDATES McKendree University Recognized for Excellence in Student Voter Engagement On Monday, Nov. 8, the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge hosted its third biennial awards ceremony to recognize select higher education institutions, educators and students for their extraordinary work in student voter engagement during the 2020 presidential election. Despite the COVID-19 pandemic and most students learning virtually, the honorees ensured students across the country could cast their ballots. The 2020 presidential election engaged the largest and most diverse group of college students in U.S. history. McKendree University received the 2021 Silver Seal for achieving a student voting rate between 60 and 69 percent, a sharp incline from 2018’s 30 to 39 percent. More than 840 institutions enrolling close to nine million students participate in the ALL IN Challenge. Dr. Ann Collins, professor of political science, led the ALL IN Democracy Challenge and nonpartisan voter engagement activities on campus, along with Jennifer Funk, M.A.Ed. ’14, co-chair of the ALL IN Committee. “We are happy to receive this national recognition,” Dr. Collins said. “Our students realize that their voices matter – at all levels of government. They’re getting out to vote because they know it’s important to their lives and to their futures.” The 2020 election cycle saw unprecedented voter registration and turnout among college students, according to the National Study of Learning, Voting, and Engagement (NSLVE), a research study of the Institute for Democracy in Higher Education (IDHE) at the Jonathan M. Tisch College of Civic Life at Tufts University. “The rise in voter participation and engagement for college students in last year’s presidential election amidst a global pandemic was tremendous and will undoubtedly be tied to the tireless efforts of the dedicated students, faculty, administrators and partner organizations that are part of the ALL IN Challenge network,” said Jen Domagal-Goldman, Executive Director of the ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge. “The hard work of these trailblazing honorees will help support many of the country’s future leaders in fulfilling the equitable, engaged vision of democracy to which we aspire.” The ALL IN Campus Democracy Challenge is a nonpartisan, national initiative recognizing and supporting campuses as they work to increase nonpartisan democratic engagement and full student voter participation. The Challenge encourages higher education institutions to help students form the habits of active and informed citizenship, and make democratic participation a core value on their campus. To learn more or see the full list of winning campuses, please visit www.allinchallenge.org/awards-ceremony.
HSHS Illinois Offers ACA Enrollment Help by Phone or Website Certified application counselors at HSHS Illinois hospitals will be available by phone to help individuals and families sign up for health care coverage through the Affordable Care Act. Individuals and families that enroll by December 15, 2021, get coverage that starts January 1, 2022. Coverage will begin February 1, 2022, for those who enroll from December 15, 2021, through January 15, 2022. To arrange for a call back from a certified application counselor, call (217) 464-2510. Please have the following information ready when calling: • Home phone number • Mobile phone number • Email address • Household income • Household size • County in which you live HSHS Illinois hospitals include St. Joseph’s Hospital in Breese, St. Mary’s Hospital in Decatur, St. Anthony’s Memorial Hospital in Effingham, Holy Family Hospital in Greenville, St. Joseph’s Hospital Highland, St. Francis Hospital in Litchfield, St. Elizabeth’s Hospital in O’Fallon, Good Shepherd Hospital in Shelbyville and St. John’s Hospital Springfield. For more information about the marketplace, visit www.getcoveredillinois.gov or call 866-311-1119.
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MEMBER UPDATES Greensfelder Ranks Highly in 2022 Best Law Firms Report The law firm of Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale. P.C. was highly ranked nationally and in the St. Louis and Chicago regions in the 2022 edition of the U.S. News – Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” report. The firm ranked in Tier 1 nationwide – the highest level – for Franchise Law and also earned high rankings nationally for Advertising Law, Appellate Practice, Criminal Defense: White Collar, Health Care Law, Litigation – Construction, Litigation – ERISA, and Trademark Law. Greensfelder was ranked in Tier 1 for the St. Louis metro area, which includes the firm’s Southern Illinois office, for the following practice areas: • Advertising Law • Appellate Practice • Business Organizations (including LLCs and Partnerships) • Commercial Litigation • Construction Law • Corporate Law • Criminal Defense: White-Collar • Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law • Employment Law – Management • Franchise Law • Health Care Law • Labor Law - Management • Litigation - Construction • Litigation – Insurance • Litigation – Labor & Employment • Medical Malpractice Law – Defendants • Mergers & Acquisitions Law • Product Liability Litigation - Defendants • Real Estate Law • Tax Law • Trusts & Estates Law
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MEMBER UPDATES Illinois American Water Employees Thankful for Opportunities to Donate Volunteer Hours in 2021 Though in-person volunteer opportunities decreased in 2021, Illinois American Water employees have donated over 450 hours to Illinois organizations so far this year. While volunteering, Illinois American Water employees follow Illinois American Water and CDC guidelines to support safety, including social distancing and wearing a face covering. Whenever possible volunteer opportunities are held virtually or outside, or completed on an individual level. Volunteer projects include neighborhood cleanup events, school events, participating on organizational boards and committees, blood drives, food drives and more. Illinois American Water President Justin Ladner is proud of employees for “finding unique opportunities, both individually and virtually to give back.” He said, “Our employees have giving hearts and want to contribute to the communities we serve, while remaining safe. It’s part of who they are, and who we are as a company.” Over 220 volunteer hours were donated in September alone through the Company’s AmerICANs in Action Month of Service campaign. Through the program, teams volunteered and contributed to their communities through activities like: - Installing a water line to an outdoor recreation area for animals at Tazewell Animal Protection Shelter (TAPS) in Pekin. - Installing a water line for use during the Pekin Marigold Festival. - Planting shrubs and native plants at the City of Alton Splash Pad. - Planting fruit and nut trees at the Belleville Heart Garden. - Completing a toy drive for Children’s Hospital of Illinois in Peoria. - Collecting shoes for WaterStep which helps to create water systems in developing countries. - Completing projects at Beverly Farm Equestrian Center in Millstadt. - Volunteering at the West Suburban Community Pantry in Woodridge. Ladner said of the AmerICANs in Action program, “While this isn’t the only time our team gives back to the community; we do look forward to September and the AmerICANs in Action Month of Service. It is a special time.” This is the 10th year for American Water’s AmerICANs in Action Month of Service program. Illinois American Water, a subsidiary of American Water (NYSE: AWK), is the largest investor-owned water utility in the state, providing high-quality and reliable water and/or wastewater services to approximately 1.3 million people. American Water also operates a customer service center in Alton and a quality control and research laboratory in Belleville. With a history dating back to 1886, American Water is the largest and most geographically diverse U.S. publicly traded water and wastewater utility company. The company employs more than 7,000 dedicated professionals who provide regulated and market-based drinking water, wastewater and other related services to 15 million people in 46 states. American Water provides safe, clean, affordable and reliable water services to our customers to help make sure we keep their lives flowing. For more information, visit amwater.com and follow American Water on Twitter, Facebook and LinkedIn.
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MEMBER UPDATES Get in step with a running performance evaluation by a dorsaVi™ trained therapist HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Outpatient Therapy is offering a running performance program to accurately assess and improve body movement and muscle activity. These screenings are administered by completing a series of movements while wearing advanced sensor technology and the use of dorsaVi™ Movement Suite, movement assessment software used to review information gathered from the sensors to provide insight on how to improve performance. The running performance program is conducted by a running experienced and dorsaVi™ trained physical therapist. It is designed to ensure you are running as efficient as possible to reduce the risk of injury and optimize your performance. From beginner to advanced runners, this is targeted for all abilities. “We find that almost 50% of recreational runners get injured at some point. Running injuries are often caused by poor body mechanics, muscle overuse or even wearing the wrong type or mis-sized shoes,” said physical therapist Kristen Busch, PT, DPT, from St. Elizabeth’s Outpatient Therapy. Busch is one of two therapists on site trained to administer the dorsaVi™ Movement Suite running program. Individuals in St. Elizabeth’s running performance program will go through an examination process that assesses strength, stability, flexibility and mobility specific to running. A thorough, objective gait analysis using the dorsaVi™ system is then performed. This system uses wireless sensors to provide a cutting-edge gait analysis, providing data that the eye alone cannot capture. Each runner is then educated on findings and instructed in a fitness regimen designed to address findings. The program can provide information to understand how fatigue and external conditions affect an athlete’s running style or performance over long distances. “We are excited to be able to offer these screenings to the community, said Tom Dibadj, director of St. Elizabeth’s Outpatient Therapy. “By utilizing these advanced tools, you will not only learn about improving performance, but avoiding injury as well. Injuries can have a long-lasting effect, and the dorsaVi™ equipment can provide the opportunity to correct a problem to reduce the chance of injury.” Those participating should plan on 2-4 sessions with a dorsiVi certified physical therapist. The first session will consist of the screening and will take approximately an hour and a half to complete. Follow up sessions will be for reviewing your results and adding exercises/techniques to improve your performance”. To schedule an appointment or learn more, call 618-624-3668. This program may be billed to insurance based on approval from individual plan or can be self-pay.
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MEMBER UPDATES Know the Signs of Diabetes to Get Help You Need HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Hospital, Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate at HSHS Medical Group and HSHS St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center are educating the community about diabetes prevention and management during National Diabetes Awareness Month. Since 1991, World Diabetes Day has been observed Nov. 14 each year in response to growing concerns about the rise of diabetes around the world. According to the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), more than 463 million adults throughout the world currently have diabetes. That equates to one in 11 people living with the disease. Most cases of diabetes are type 2 diabetes, which is largely preventable through regular physical activity and a healthy and balanced diet. “Symptoms of type 2 diabetes often develop slowly and can be subtle,” says Jeanette Martineau, RN, BSN, clinical program director at St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center. “Many people with the disease have no symptoms. That’s why it’s important to know the signs so you can watch for even small changes in these areas.” It’s also why your doctor may test you for it if you’re at risk, even if you don’t have symptoms. Knowing the symptoms of diabetes can be helpful in the prevention and treatment of the disease. The IDF estimates one in two people with diabetes remain undiagnosed. Symptoms can be mild and go unnoticed, but they include: • Frequent urination • Feeling thirsty • Feeling hungry, even when eating • Extreme fatigue • Blurry vision • Cuts and bruises that are slow to heal • Weight loss • Tingling, pain or numbness in hands and feet Because these symptoms could be caused by a number of things, talk with your doctor if any of these symptoms persist for you. He/she can evaluate your risk and completed bloodwork which can diagnose diabetes. You can also take a oneminute Diabetes Risk Test through the American Diabetes Association to find out if you are at risk for developing type 2 diabetes. The risk test can be found at diabetes.org/risk-test. The good news is – you can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. Even if you have prediabetes, there are many factors you can control, such as diet and physical activity. Prediabetes is a condition that can lead to type 2 diabetes and even heart disease. Seeing a dietitian and diabetes educator early on can help prevent diabetes and complications from uncontrolled diabetes. Local Services Available St. Elizabeth’s Wound Care Center offers an advanced, comprehensive wound care program to manage chronic or nonhealing wounds caused by diabetes, circulatory problems, and other conditions. Patients can be seen with or without a physician’s referral. Joslin Diabetes Center Affiliate at HSHS Medical Group has locations in Decatur, Effingham, O’Fallon, and Springfield, Illinois. The highly-specialized team of experts – board-certified endocrinologists, nurse practitioners, certified diabetes educators and dieticians – work together to provide patients with the tools they need to manage their diabetes and live their best life. For more information about its comprehensive diabetes care or to register for a no-charge comprehensive education class, accredited by the American Diabetes Association, call 618-589-9051. For more information on diabetes, visit worlddiabetesday.org.
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MEMBER UPDATES #GivingTuesday on Nov. 30 Promotes Philanthropy via Social Media On Nov. 30, McKendree University will participate in its seventh annual #GivingTuesday, a global movement that encourages generosity among individuals, communities and organizations. Each year on #GivingTuesday, millions of people worldwide give back to change their communities. Last year, the University received 551 gifts, so it is now pursuing a new goal of 552 gifts, which will unlock $25,000 of alumni challenge dollars to support the University’s Annual Fund. Under the direction of President Daniel Dobbins, the University seeks to uphold the continued theme of “One McKendree,” a united community built from many different backgrounds, values and passions who support the same purpose: to provide a high-quality educational experience to outstanding students. Gifts made toward the #GivingTuesday campaign this year will impact a variety of areas at McKendree which include, but are not limited to: • The Annual Fund, which supports, in part, student scholarships and financial aid, student services, academic instruction and areas of greatest need. • The Hettenhausen Center for the Arts • Student scholarships • Academic departments • Bearcat athletic teams • Student organizations and co-curricular activities • Updates to Bothwell Chapel In addition, current students at McKendree will be organizing a food drive to support the Bearcat Pantry on campus during #GivingTuesday. The mission of the Bearcat Pantry is to eliminate barriers and challenges of food insecurity and hunger so that students can remain at McKendree University and, ultimately, earn their degrees. The pantry’s goal is to assist students in need by cutting down on their grocery bills and connecting them to other resources in an effort to promote independence. Donations can be made online, by phone at (618) 537-6826 or via email. Gifts may also be mailed in to the Office of Development, Alumni and Parent Relations at the University. Follow #GivingTuesdayMcK and #OneMcKendree on Twitter or visit www.mckendree.edu/givingtuesday to make a donation, interact with others or share your story. For more details about the #GivingTuesday initiative, please visit www.givingtuesday.org.
Greater St. Louis Area Council, Boy Scouts of America honor Patrick Mathis as Distinguished Citizen The Greater St. Louis Council of the Boy Scouts of America recently presented Patrick Mathis of Mathis, Marifian & Richter, Ltd. and Michael Wenzel of Wenzel & Associates with the 2021 Boy Scouts of America Distinguished Citizen Award for a lifetime of leadership and generosity to the community. Patrick Mathis founded the law firm of Mathis, Marifian & Richter with Kevin Richter and George Marifian in 1984. In 2004, the firm moved to downtown Belleville where it was one of the early businesses investing in the redevelopment of downtown Belleville. The firm has grown to be one of the largest firms in the metro area with clients throughout Southern Illinois. As a Belleville resident, Patrick has been active in a variety of community organizations including the SIUE Foundation, the Belleville CEO Board, the Migrant and Immigrant Community Action Program, and the Board of Trustees at Illinois College. Mathis, Marifian & Richter has also been a strong supporter of numerous local charities as well as Art on the Square, including sponsorship of the high school sculpture program. Accepting the award, Patrick said, “This is about community, there are people every day that do a lot and never get recognized, but they are the real core of our community.” Patrick said, “And the people who volunteer, who spend time and money to open a business, the people on city and county government, all of us working together makes this so special.” Patrick’s family, including his wife Rosanne, son Daniel and daughter Adrienne, along with the attorneys and staff of Mathis, Marifian & Richter attended the dinner to support Patrick. Tribute speakers included Kevin Richter, Tom Denton, Patrick’s children, Daniel and Adrienne, and Kevin Stine. Daniel and Adrienne spoke about their Father’s love and dedication to his family along with his passion for fishing, the fine arts, and the community in which he lives. The Distinguished Citizen Dinner benefited the Greater St. Louis Area Council, BSA which serves 3,700 youth in 63 counties in the Greater St. Louis Area. Proceeds help the organization continue its mission to provide character development, citizenship training and physical, mental and spiritual growth for young men and women in the community.
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Business Services The Business Service Managers listed below lead employer outreach teams in local communities throughout the state. They serve as a liaison to the Local Workforce partners, connecting businesses to under WIOA to foster economic growth and improve business services in their regions. Todd Lowery Jose Crespo Ted Duckett Tory Davis Freddie Buckingham
Todd.Lowery@Illinois.gov State Employer & Veteran Outreach Manager (Supervises the Regional Business Service Managers) Jose.Crespo@Illinois.gov Chicago Regional Business Services Manager (Cook County and City of Chicago) Theodore.Duckett@Illinois.gov Northern Regional Business Services Manager (All the Collar Counties out to and including Rockford) Tory.Davis@Illinois.gov Northwest Regional Business Services Manager (LWIA 4, 13-15, 17-21) Freddie.L.Buckingham@Illinois.gov Southern Regional Business Services Manager (LWIA 22-26)
PROGRAMS AND SERVICES: LMI IDES encourages economic growth and stability in Illinois by analyzing and disseminating essential Labor Market Information. WorkShare IL is a voluntary program that provides employers facing a decline in business with an alternative to layoffs. The program allows an employer to reduce the number of hours worked in any unit of their business avoiding permanent layoffs. Employers maintain a trained workforce during temporary periods of business downturn. Employers avoid turnover costs associated with hiring and training new employees. WorkShare IL IllinoisJoblink.com is a robust, dynamic and comprehensive, web-based workforce development system for job seekers, employers, training providers and workforce professionals with real-time data. Employers can post open positions and review resumes of registered job seekers. IllinoisJobLink.com The Jobs for Veterans State Grants (JVSG) program provides federal funding to hire dedicated staff to provide individualized career and training-related services to veterans and eligible persons with significant barriers to employment and to assist employers fill their workforce needs with jobseeking veterans. JVSG A hiring event leverages IDES’ innovative pre-registration and outreach efforts. Business service team works with Workforce partners and local municipalities to find ideal locations for events, advertise across multiple platforms and utilize IllinoisJobLink.com to access thousands of jobseekers in the region. Fidelity Bonding is a business insurance policy that protects employers against employee dishonesty, theft or embezzlement. A fidelity bond is no-cost insurance coverage from $5,000 up to $25,000 that enables employers to hire job applicants considered to be "at risk" due to their past life experiences. Fidelity Bonding WOTC is a Federal tax credit available to employers who hire and retain veterans and/or individuals from other target groups with significant barriers to employment. Taxes range from $1200.00 up to $9600.00 WOTC
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