Monday Mention: 2026 Board Introduction!

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Meet the 2026 McHenry Area Chamber Board!

We’re excited to introduce the dedicated business and civic leaders who serve on the McHenry Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors. Representing a wide range of industries, these community influencers help guide the Chamber’s vision and shape its long-term goals.

Adam Harville - McHenry Bank & Trust (Board President)

Todd Morris - TCM Industries (1st Vice Chair)

Eric Vicencio - Eccezion (2nd Vice Chair)

Maggie Mrachek - Colonial Funeral Home & Crematory (Corporate Secretary)

Kylee Johnston - Porte Brown (Treasurer)

Carl Vallianatos - McHenry Community High School District #156 (Past Board Chair)

Stephanie Barrons - Northwest Herald - Shaw Local

Tony Bartolotta - Black Diamond Plumbing & Mechanical

Gus Beattie Knapheide Trailer Sales

Amy Bentz Pink Roofing

Jodi Borck - The Courtyard at McHenry

Ryan Conway Ryan P. Conway Agency

Dylan DeGraw - Northwestern Medicine

Christine Ditzler - Community Member

Jennifer Gibson - Zukowski, Rogers, Flood & McArdle

Dorian Hare - Lake-McHenry Habitat for Humanity

Jennifer Hunt - jh Events and Flowers

Chris Hurckes - Clarity Group Midwest

Cathy Levatino - Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard

Doug Martin - City of McHenry

Lori Mercure-Wagner - LRS

Denny Norton - Performance Unlimited

Josh Reitz - McHenry School District 15

James Underwood Underwood & Draegert - Goosehead Insurance

Thank you for reading our Monday Mention, Molly, Jeannette, Jocelyn, Ashlee & Kelsey

EVENTS FOR FEBRUARY...

Never Eat Alone - Lucky Lulu's

Friday February 6 2026

11:45 AM - 1:00 PM

*Please register to attend.

Never Eat Alones are always the 1st Friday of every month! In March we will eat at Green Peapod (3/6/26)

Mixer & Ribbon Cutting - McHenry Bank & Trust

Tuesday Feb 10 | 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

[Peer Group] Meeting of the MINDS Business Owner

Friday Feb 13 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

*Please register to attend

Chamber Playbook

Friday Feb 13 | 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Ribbon Cutting - Gohld K9

Friday Feb 20 | 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Business before Business - The Bumble Bread Co

Tuesday Feb 24 | 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM

*Please register to attend

McHenry's Next - Comedy Night

Wednesday Feb 25 | 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM

*Please register to attend

Multi-Chamber Ribbon Cutting NAMI McHenry Count

Thursday Feb 26 | 9:30 AM - 12:00 PM

State of McHenry Luncheon

Wednesday Feb 25 | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM

*Please register to attend

MEMBER NEWS

Valentine’s Gifts & Decor at Style House

WHAT: Stop in and shop for the perfect gift for your special someone or find sweet décor pieces to add a little love to your home.

MORE INFORMATION: Karen, Info@stylehousestudios.com, 815.679.6604

Check out this year's Naturally McHenry County Insider Guide!

WHAT: The 2026 Insider Guide is a colorful, 57-page feast for the eyes that showcases the best of McHenry County's attractions, such as seasonal events, annual festivals, agritourism, theater and entertainment venues, fine dining and drinking, shopping, and much more!

And best of all, it's absolutely free! You can find a digital copy on Naturally McHenry County's website. If you prefer a print copy, you can visit the site to request one be mailed to you, or you can get a copy at many local McHenry County businesses as they make their way around.

MORE INFORMATION: CLICK HERE

MEMBER EVENTS

Bowl for Kids' Sake - Big Brothers Big Sisters of McHenry County

WHAT: Bowl for Kids’ Sake is a fun, community-driven bowling fundraiser that gives teams, families, and supporters a chance to make a real impact and celebrate with us at a bowling shift of their choice. Whether you’re a seasoned bowler or just love a good cause, this event brings people together to raise funds that help us empower local youth through mentoring.

WHEN: Saturday, March 7th and Sunday, March 8th, 2026 - 2 shifts 12:30-2:30pm & 3-5pm

WHERE: 3D Sideouts - 4018 Roberts Rd, Island Lake IL 60042 and Kingston Lanes - 1330 S Eastwood Dr, Woodstock IL 60098

MORE INFORMATION: Johanna Donahue, 815-385-3855, Johanna.Donahue@bbbsmchenry.org

Sign up to lock in your savings with one of the few remaining spots we have left on our Wildcat Solar farm. Over 50% is already filled. Community solar is a fantastic alternative to rooftop solar. It requires no installation and has no cost to participate. You save 10% on your share of the solar farm and it appears directly on your utility bill. No cost to sign up or participate - 10% discount on all community solar credits. Cancel anytime with 90 days’ notice, with no termination fee for standard subscribers.

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