MONDAY MENTIONS McHenry Area Chamber Weekly Newsletter June 6th, 2022

UPCOMING EVENTS See what's happening this month. NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS Welcome to our newest members. FEATURED POST Check out resources from fellow members in our Chamber News and Knowledge. 3 STEPS TO FINDING MORE PROFITS AND POOL TIME THIS... The forever struggle for small business owners every summer- to keep revenue flowing while somehow finding more time to spend with family and at the beach, and get that elusive 'break'.This won't happen magically, you will have to take some... Read more mchenrychamber.com WANT TO SEE YOUR BLOG FEATURED ABOVE? BEST OF THE FOX 2022 The official kick off to summer starts with McHenry County Best of the Fox! Starting June 28 and going until July 22, 2022, President Circle Member Northwest Herald asks the community to vote for what businesses they think are the "best of the best" in McHenry County. In 2021, a huge group of our Chamber businesses either took "Best of the Fox" or "One of the Best of the Fox", so this is your reminder to prep yourself now & plan to see how you can win for 2022. There are over 150 categories. Those voted as the Best and One of the Best will be recognized in a special section in the Northwest Herald and online. Encourage your friends, family, clients, and employees to vote. You may vote once per day during the contest. Make sure you get your marketing materials ready to start promoting and also create a list of businesses you love and support to #SupportLocal. From your favorite team, -Molly, Jeannette, Robin, and Kelsey

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MEETING OF THE MINDS Calling all small business owners, entrepreneurs, and those who work from home or a small office! This monthly, in-person collaborative session is where you bring the topics to the table. Bring your business celebrations, struggles, ideas, or questions to the meeting and we will unpack them when you get here. Leave feeling validated, motivated, and equipped with new tools and ideas for your business. FOR MEMBERS ONLY.

RIBBON CUTTING Join us at 11:00 AM to celebrating Elm Street Chiropractic, now newly named to Harrison Chiropractic Center. Ribbon cutting at 11:15 AM We will be celebrating the new name change and also a brand-new location at 3643 Municipal Dr McHenry IL. Small food and soft drinks will be provided.

THE BUZZ AT BOONE CREEK Join us for our third event of the year! Since most of our group golfs Thursday nights during the summer, we thought we would bring you to our fun! Join us at Boone Creek Golf course from 6 - 8 PM out on their patio. We will have a putting contest, fun games and raffles/prizes. The bar will be open for drinks, dogs and brats.

NEW MEMBERS ONLY: The Chamber Playbook Workshop will help you create a customized plan for getting the most out of your chamber membership. This session is included in your membership. You will learn about how the different events, opportunities, and business resources that the chamber offers can benefit you and your goals and how you can get involved. We will also show you the member information center software and how to optimize your directory listing. Included will be chances to network and get to know the other members at the workshop. --- Registration is required to save your seat.

OTHER EVENTS TO ADD TO YOUR CALENDAR We ask that you please RSVP as much as you can for our events. This helps not only us but the businesses plan for your arrival. June 13th - Ribbon Cutting for Totally Cupcaked [12:00PM] June 14th - Fair Oaks Multi-Chamber Mixer [5:00PM] June 15th - WINGS Luncheon - The Power of Your Circle [11:30AM] June 16th - Rotary Open House At The Vixen [5:00PM] June 17th - Ribbon Cutting for Schopen Pest Solutions, Inc. [11:30AM]

MEMBER NEWS & EVENTS

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MEMBER NEWS Congratulations to Maureen Forgette, of Century 21 Roberts & Andrews, for being named Realtor of the Year by the Heartland Realtor Organization! Maureen is an active member of the Heartland Realtor Organization and has served in several leadership roles in the group. Heartland is based in McHenry County and is dedicated not only to supporting Realtors, but also to advocacy supporting homeowners and beneficial real estate legislation. MC1 Networking is very happy that Maureen’s hard work has been recognized, and she was honored at a formal banquet in Springfield, Illinois. MEMBER EVENTS Business Killers Workshop by Donna Adams- Paradise Financial Partners  What: The ISBDC at McHenry County College has partnered with Paradise Financial Partners to bring you this Business Killers Workshop, a one-hour workshop designed by business owners for business owners. Familiarize yourself with six common mistakes business owners make that could compromise their business and personal finances. Consisting of six modules, we identify critical mistakes in planning or perception and the impact on the owner's personal financial future. The fee for this workshop is $15.00, pre-registration is necessary to receive workshop risk assessment materials  When: Thursday, June 9th from 7:30-9:30am  Where: Shah Center 4100 W. Shamrock Ln. McHenry, IL 60050 More Information: sbdc@mchenry.edu or call 815-455-6098  Newsletter Link Tickets going fast! by Pioneer Center for Human Services  What: Get your summer started at Moonlight & Music! There's nothing like soaking up live blues music on a summer evening under the stars at a private concert event. Enjoy soul food, southern cuisine, luxury/experience raffle prizes, dancing and spectacular scenery all at Bull Valley Golf Club in Woodstock, IL. Proceeds support Pioneer Center for Human Services programs for Developmental Disabilities, Behavioral Health services and PADS Homeless Shelter. Make an impact today! Tickets at www.pioneercenter.org. When: Friday, June 17, 2022 6:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m. Where: Bull Valley Golf Club, 1311 Club Road Woodstock, IL  More Information: Sue George 815.344.1230 or sgeorge@pioneercenter.org  Newsletter Link Financial Planning Basics: An Overview of the Financial Planning Process by Weyers McKeever Financial Partners  What: FREE Education to Benefit You and Your Finances! VIRTUAL SEMINAR VIA ZOOM. This seminar is for general audiences, and everyone is encouraged to attend. Presented by: Jay Weyers Weyers McKeever Financial Partners Register on our website When: Monday, June 20th 7:30am-8:30am OR 4:00pm-5:00pm Where: This is a Virtual Seminar online via Zoom Registration is Required to Receive the Zoom Link More Information: Candy Carrasco Weyers McKeever Financial Partners 815-455-5292 Carrasco_Candy@nlgroupmail.com EXECUTIVE MEMBERS

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