GrowClintonNEWS April 2022
April 2022| Issue 16
In the News 150 Years Ago

In 1882, the Clinton Citizens Association was re-vamped and re-named the Clinton Board of Trade. Elected President that year was J. E. Carpenter, an executive with the Curtis Companies.”


Upcoming Events
Ribbon Cutting for Country Financial, Career Fairs, Shred Event, Lyons Art & Wine Walk, Spring for Sprouts......

See what else is happening this month.
Want your events listed here? Ask Karen how, chamber@clintonia.com
Member Plus
Ameriprise Financial, Cornerstone Wellness Center, King Pins Saloon & Dance Hall, The Home Depot, Wagner Pharmacy .....

Want to know the benefits of being a Member Plus member? Ask Karen, chamber@clintonia.com
Grow Clinton was established following the March 31 merger of the Clinton Regional Development Corporation (CRDC), the Clinton Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) and the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce (CACC). The mission of Grow Clinton is to promote business growth, build community, and advocate for the sustainable economic success of the Greater Clinton Region.
 
As President & CEO, Andy Sokolovich will oversee tourism, economic, and community development operations. 

Those interested in learning more about the recent merger are encouraged to contact Grow Clinton at 563.242.5702
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Welcome to April!
April showers bring May flowers...hope that holds true and warmer temperatures will hopefully come with those flowers!

The merger has been accomplished! After a more than a year of work behind the scenes, we are now officially "GROW CLINTON"!

We extend a big thank you to the Merger Team for all of the volunteer time and hard work on this effort. We also thank YOU, our members and investors, for supporting us through this transition. There is still a lot of work to do, but we see an exciting future for the entire region on the horizon!
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NEWS FROM YOUR CHAMBER
Message from Rich Phelan

Welcome to Grow Clinton! Andy Sokolovich has been named our President & CEO. Many of you already know Andy for the.......
Membership Corner by Jenny Holm

It is with great excitement that I write my first article as a member of the Grow Clinton staff! Our team is ready to begin working ........



CVB News by Lesley Webster
Welcome to April. It is officially Spring! This is one of my favorite times of the year, when everything is new and green and fresh.......
April 2022 Calendar


11 - Grow Clinton Staff Meeting, 2:00 p.m., Grow Clinton Office.
CAST Board Meeting, 6:00 p.m., Grow Clinton Office.

12 - Leadership Institute, 8:00 a.m., Clinton Schools Admin Bldg.
KCLN/MAC Radio Show, 8:30 a.m., 1390 AM/94.7 FM.
Skyline Center, 8:30 a.m., Grow Clinton Office.
Skyline Foundation Board, 11:30 a.m., Grow Clinton Office.

13 - SCORE free small business counseling, 9:00 a.m., Grow Clinton Office.
Spring for Sprouts Planning Meeting, 12:00 Noon, Grow Clinton Office.

15 - KROS Radio Show, 9:00 a.m., 1340 AM/105.9 FM.

18 - Grow Clinton Staff Meeting, 2:00 p.m., Grow Clinton Office.

19 - KCLN/MAC Radio Show, 8:30 a.m., 1390 AM/94.7 FM.
Tri-City Building & Construction Trades Council, 9:30 a.m., Grow Clinton Office.
Ribbon Cutting, 12:00 Noon, Country Financial, 1319 No. 2nd Street.
Gateway Area Foundation, 12:00 Noon, Grow Clinton Office.
Business Park Corporation, 1:30 p.m., Grow Clinton Office.

20 - Clinton County Development Association, 7:30 a.m., First Central State Bank Lincolnway.
KCLN/MAC Radio Show, 8:30 a.m., 1390 AM/34.7 FM.
Grow Clinton Interim Board of Directors, 12:00 Noon, Grow Clinton Office.

21 - CVB Committee, 12:00 Noon, Grow Clinton Office.

25 - Grow Clinton Staff Meeting, 2:00 p.m., Grow Clinton Office.

26- Leadership Institute. 8:00 a.m., Grow Clinton Office.
Skyline Center, 8:30 a.m. Grow Clinton Office.
KCLN/MAC Radio Show, 8:30 a.m., 1390 AM/94.7 FM

27- KCLN/MAC Radio Show, 8:30 a.m., 1390 AM/94.7 FM.
Medical Associates Health Plans, 1:30 p.m., Grow Clinton Office.

28 - Economic Growth Corporation - Wilson Building - Update, 11:00 a.m., Grow Clinton Office.
Make your reservation HERE.
Pastors Group, 12:00 Noon, Grow Clinton Office.

29 - Coffee Talk - Speak out Against Suicide, 9:00 a.m., Grow Clinton Office. Make your reservation HERE.
KROS Radio Show, 9:00 a.m., 1340 AM/105.9 FM.


**Meetings are subject to change**
Ribbon Cuttings!
Allesee Way
The Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors conducted a Ribbon Cutting for the naming of "Allesee Way" in honor of Julie Allesee.

Located at 12th Avenue South & Liberty Square, the City of Clinton wanted to honor Julie Allesee for all that she has contributed to the Clinton Area through directing the Convention & Visitors Bureau, the Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce, and as an elected member of the Clinton City Council.

Thank you Julie Allesee! 
Naeve Family Beef
The Clinton Area Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors were on hand to cut the ribbon for the brand new location of Naeve Family Beef.

Located at 1902 7th Avenue in Camanche, Naeve Family Beef will soon be able to begin operations that will include a shop where they will sell their high-quality beef to the public.
Welcome New Members!
Backyard Oasis
1579 Main Avenue
Clinton, IA 52732
563-321-4419

Backyard Oasis offers Swimming Pool and Backyard Design, Sales, Maintenance, and Installation. Contact us for everything you need to turn your backyard into your private oasis. Nate Fuller and his team will also help you to maintain the oasis you already have.


Blessings Boutique LLC
1006 4th Street
Fulton, IL 61252
815-208-7308
www.facebook.com/pages/blessingsboutiquefulton.com

Blessings Boutique is your new shopping spot for beautiful and unique infant and toddler clothing, gifts and accessories. Owner, Michelle Snyder, invites you to visit the boutique soon.
Membership Anniversaries!
Member Spotlight
Would you like to receive FREE small business counseling from SCORE? CLICK HERE to request mentoring.
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Click for Chamber Member Job Openings

Office Coordinator at ISU Clinton County Extension & Outreach.....

Station Manager at KROS Broadcasting, Inc......

Direct Support Professionals at Skyline Center.....

Pre-Apprentice Laborer at Alliant Energy......

Business Bits

CCC Hosts Larry Jon Davis Artwork....

Shred Events Set at First Central State Bank.....

MercyOne Launches Matching Tool to Personalize your Search for a Primary Doctor...

Citizens First Bank Supports Clinton County Make a Wish with Successful "Swish".....

QC International Airport See Strong Start to 2022......
Did You Know?
River City Gold!
A NEW LOOK FOR RIVER CITY GOLD!

The new smaller-sized River City Gold checks are out in full force in the community with $22,530 in new RCG and a total of $37,560 sold in December alone.

Retailers - please make sure your clerks know how to accept River City Gold, and please continue to accept the "old" business-size checks.

Questions? Call Karen at 242-5702.
Would YOU like to host a Biz After 5?

We are now taking reservations for 2022. Call or Email Jenny Holm at 563-559-2199 or jholm@clintonia.com
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Member 2 Member Discount
Use your Member 2 Member Savings Card to get discounts at participating Chamber member businesses! Need a card? Check with your business owner or HR Department.
Need a supply of cards for your employees? Contact Karen at 563-242-5702 or chamber@clintonia.com.

CLICK HERE for the list of discounts.
Grow Clinton Interim Board of Directors
Officers & Directors

Paula Steward, Alliant Energy - Chair
Stephen Clements, Citizens First Bank - Vice-Chair
Ron Gutierrez, Clinton Herald - Secretary
Eddie Dunham, Citizens First Bank - Treasurer
Amy Berentes, MercyOne Clinton Medical Center - Director
Melissa Eversmeyer, Clinton Engineering - Director
Bob Holesinger, Quality Concrete - Director
Dennis Lauver, Howes & Jefferies Realtors - Director
Drew Mangler, The Insurance Group - Director
Matt Parbs, The Sawmill Museum - Director
David Pillers, Pillers & Richmond - Director
Your Grow Clinton Staff

Andy Sokolovich, President & CEO | 563-559-2207 | asokolovich@clintondevelopment.com

Rich Phelan, Director | 563-559-2194 | rphelan@clintonia.com

Jenny Holm, Member Engagement Coordinator | 563-559-2199 | jholm@clintonia.com

Lesley Webster, CVB Director | 563-559-2193 | lwebster@clintonia.com

Caleb Kitteringham, CVB Assistant | 563-559-2192 | ckitteringham@clintonia.com

Stacy Borgeson, Office Coordinator | 563-559-2205 | sborgeson@clintondevelopment.com

Karen Friis, Administrative Services Coordinator | 563-242-5702 | chamber@clintonia.com

Greater Clinton Partners for Growth [www.clintonia.com]