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Conscientious consumers who want to help local entrepreneurs thrive may not need any extra incentive to support businesses in their communities. However, that doesn’t mean it isn’t worth noting the tax benefits of buying local compared to buying online or in other towns or cities. Local businesses pay sales taxes to the city and county where the business is located, which means a significant amount of the money spent at local businesses is ultimately going to the community at large. In addition, local businesses tend to hire local residents, who pay taxes on their incomes. Those taxes also benefit the towns and cities where workers live and work. This ripple effect of supporting local businesses is one reason why the Small Business Administration estimates that, for every $100 consumers spend at a local business, $48 remains in the community.

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BUSINESS-TO-BUSINESS COMPANY Top Plainfield Shorewood Area Chamber of Commerce

One of the Top Airgas, Inc. Murphy Real Estate Group

COMPANY THAT GIVES BACK TO THE COMMUNITY Top Lori Bonarek Realty

One of the Top Bliss Hair Studio, Inc. Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care

FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS Top Bliss Hair Studio, Inc.

One of the Top Comfort First Heating & Cooling, Inc. Overman-Jones Funeral Home & Cremation Services

FINANCIAL INSTITUTION/SERVICE Top Merchants and Manufacturers Bank

One of the Top Heartland Bank and Trust Company PeopleFirstBank

HEALTHCARE COMPANY/FACILITY Top Brightmore Physical Therapy

One of the Top Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care Alden Estates of Shorewood

INDUSTRIAL COMPANY/LOGISTICS Top ExxonMobil

One of the Top Packard Transport, LLC Grainger Warehouse

LARGE EMPLOYER (100+ EMPLOYEES) Top Silver Cross Hospital

One of the Top Lightways Hospice and Serious Illness Care Channahon School District 17

MANUFACTURING/PRODUCTION COMPANY Top Performance Gear Systems

One of the Top Airgas, Inc. Diageo

YOU…

Trinity Services one of the Top Workplaces for 2022

Work Place for Employees with Special Needs

Trinity Services, Inc., founded in 1950, is a nonprofit, nonsectarian organization that provides the highest quality person-directed services and supports to more than 5,800 men, women and children with developmental disabilities and mental health needs in 32 Illinois communities.

Services include – Residential Services, Community Day Services, Behavioral Health Services, Autism Services, Family Counseling Center, Illinois Crisis Prevention Network, Homeless Support Program, Supported Employment, Respite Services, Therapeutic Horseback Riding Program (STRIDES), and the Trinity School.

• Amazing benefits!

• Full- and part-time positions!

• Many rewarding career opportunities!

Without the dedication and hard work of employees, businesses large and small would not be successful. Recognizing that it takes a team of professionals to help their companies function optimally, business owners can show appreciation to the staff in various ways. This is beneficial to the employees themselves, but also to the company as a whole. Employees who feel valued may be less likely to leave their jobs and be more fully engaged and productive. Employers who want to offer more than verbal appreciation to employees can explore these ideas.

Maintain a positive tone. There are always problems to be solved in business. Rather than focusing on what went wrong or what could be fixed, lead conversations with recent wins or steps in the right direction. An overall positive tone can make a difference in employee satisfaction.

Express interest in employees. Make time to sit personally with each employee over coffee or lunch. Ask genuine questions about their personal lives and show interest. That helps employees feel heard and indicates that managers have a vested interest in their well-being.

Offer non-monetary perks. Many employers show their appreciation through raises or monetary gifts, but the funds may

not be there in tight economic times. That doesn’t mean there aren’t other perks to explore. For example, reward work done well or special company milestones with a reserved parking spot close to the door, an extra paid day off or early dismissal.

Highlight workers on social media. Social media is a significant part of modern business operations. Companies can create a Wall of Fame page that puts a weekly spotlight on a different employee. Not only does this improve the morale of the team, it provides the public with a glimpse into the company’s positive working environment. Cater meals when possible. Employers recognize the key seasons of the year that are crunch times for their particular businesses. Employees may have to work harder or put in longer hours during this time. Set aside one day a week to have lunch or dinner catered for the team. Host company events. Spending time away from the office or the job site can provide the break employees need. Company retreats or special family days help give back to the team in a fun way. Employee appreciation is something business owners and managers can focus on to keep employees in good spirits and maintain high morale.

WORKPLACE FOR VETERANS

Top Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery

One of the Top Veterans Assistance Commission of Will County Riverside Medical Center

THANK YOU to the Channahon School District 17 Students, Staff, School Board, and Community for making this award possible.