OCTOBER 2026

CHAMBERVISION


Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce Monthly Newsletter

925 Burlington Avenue 

Lisle, IL 60532

(630) 271-4102

www.lislechamber.com

2026 Board of Directors




Tom Reif

The Alera Group

Board Chair


Kim Novovesky

First Financial Bank

Treasurer


Debbie Pawlowicz

DPG Real Estate

Chair Elect

 

Marilyn Buchholz

Lisle Education Foundation

 

Christopher Buehler

Four Lakes Recreation

 

Christopher Fry

Pulse Studio LLC


Matt Minnerick

Allegra Marketing Print Mail


Jennifer Ormond

HealthCare Associates Credit Union

 

Jon Pratscher

Lisle Park District

 

Phil Scatena

Grease Monkey #140

 

Mayor Mary Jo Mullen

Ex Officio

Village of Lisle





Chair Message

Tom Reif

The Alera Group


It’s hard to believe it’s October already and we have a busy month ahead of us. On October 8th there is a Multi-Chamber Progressive Networking Luncheon ”Fall Into Business” at Villa Olivia 1401 W. Lake Street Bartlett from 11:00 am – 1:30 pm. Registration is open until 10:00 am on October 5th.


On October 10th the Lisle Area Chamber event “Lisle Bottles Barrels and Brews” is taking place from 2:00pm – 5:00pm at the Museums at Lisle Park. Get your tickets before prices go up at the gate. CLICK HERE TO BUY TICKETS 

       

The morning of October 13th at 8:15 a.m. Illinois State Senator John Curran (District 41) will be speaking and answering questions at the Government Affairs Committee meeting at the Chamber office. Then in the afternoon of October 13th there is another Multi-Chamber Progressive Networking Luncheon “She Means Business” from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm at the Holiday Inn and Suites located at 205 Remington Blvd. Bolingbrook.


One of things I am really excited for is our Chamber Member Appreciation and Welcome Reception taking place on October 20th from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm at the River Bend Golf Club, 5900 S Route 53, Lisle. This event is free to attend. If you are interested in attending, please contact Claudine Rummer at the Chamber to RSVP.


Lastly on October 24th the Downtown Lisle Businesses will be handing out candy for the Downtown Lisle Trick or Treating event from 12:00 pm – 3:00 pm. Bring the family for an afternoon of treats!


Sincerely,

Tom Reif, The Alera Group

 
 
 
 
 
 

Bill Foster for Congress



Duly Health and Care



Innovation DuPage




King Chiropractic PLCC



LUXAV



Pulse Studio LLC


Boxer Property


The Fat Guy Sandwich Shop


International Motors, LLC


Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS)


North American Pizza & Culinary Academy



WDBC 90.9fm Public Radio

Classical Marketing



Four Lakes Recreation



Jennifer Rizzo Design Company



Lisle Savings Bank



Partners and Paws Veterinary Services


West Suburban Community Pantry

Click on Gold Member Logo to visit their website

Authentic Vine Travel


Benet Academy


Bohemian Spaw


Chesterbrook Academy


Chesterton Academy of The Holy Family


Chris McNeil, MBA


Davey Tree Expert Company


DnD Transfers


DPG Real Estate Agency - Debbie Pawlowicz

Edward Jones - Kenetha Cook


Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc.


Ins's House Cleaning Corp.


Jim Dhamer Plumbing & Sewer, Inc.


Leeco Steel


Legacy Restoration


Lisle Township


Midwest Auto Body of Lisle



Naperville Networking Alliance


Popko Family Dental


Prairire Walk Dental


Sensory Garden Playground (Play For All Playground-Garden Foundation)


Sheraton Lisle


Sister Yengo's Children


Thrive of Lisle


Villages on Maple

 

Executive Director Message

Jill Eidukas


As we welcome fall in Lisle, we look forward to a season filled with cooler temperatures, colorful leaves, and wonderful opportunities to bring our business community together. Fall is a time to reflect on the successes of the year, strengthen relationships, and look ahead to new opportunities. The 4th quarter of the year typically is a strong quarter for sales for a lot of businesses. Those businesses on a calendar year strive to end the year strong and to prepare for the next year.


The Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce has an exciting lineup of events planned for the coming months. From networking opportunities and ribbon cuttings to community events, there are many ways to connect with fellow members, build relationships, and support local businesses.


Our fall events are a great reminder of what makes Lisle special. When our businesses work together, we create a stronger local economy and a more vibrant community. Every connection made, referral shared, and local business supported makes a difference.


As we approach the end of the year, I encourage you to take advantage of your Chamber membership. Attend an event, introduce yourself to another member, invite a fellow business owner to join us, or simply take a moment to shop and support our local businesses. If you are looking to be more involved in the Chamber, we are in the process of preparing the ballots for our 2027 Board of Directors. If you are interested in joining the Chamber’s Board, please let me know and I can send you an application.


May your fall season be filled with new connections, continued success, and opportunities to grow. When you visit a Lisle Area Chamber business let them know you are also a member of the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce. Let them know about your business and how you can help each other grow your businesses.


Thank you to all our members for your continued involvement, dedication, and support of the Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce. Your participation is what keeps our business community growing and thriving.


Happy Fall!


Jill Eidukas

Executive Director

 


Save $10.00 on ticket price by using the code: OCTNEWS


If you are interested in sponsoring the Lisle Bottles Barrels & Brews event, please contact the Chamber at (630) 271-4102 to discuss sponsorship opportunities.

AMBASSADOR PROFILE

Debbie Pawlowicz


REAL ESTATE. ENTREPRENEURSHIP. LEADERSHIP. COMMUNITY.


Debbie Pawlowicz’s background is a combination of real estate, entrepreneurship, leadership and community involvement—four experiences that have shaped both the way she does business and the way she leads.


With more than 30 years in real estate, Debbie is the Owner and Designated Managing Broker of DPG Real Estate Agency. She has built her career on honesty, integrity, determination and dedication, becoming a consistent top-producing Realtor® while building a company focused on raising the standard for both agents and clients.


Today, Debbie’s role goes beyond selling homes. She is also building a brokerage designed to develop agents, create better systems, deliver powerful marketing and provide exceptional client care. Her goal is to change what people should expect from their Realtor®—and what agents should expect from their brokerage.


Her leadership extends well beyond real estate. Deeply connected to the Lisle community, Debbie has served in many leadership and volunteer roles throughout the years for civic and charitable organizations.


Her goal is simple: to make a meaningful difference for every client, agent and community she has the opportunity to serve—and to leave things better than she found them.


DPG Real Estate Agency

Debbie Pawlowicz

4742 Main Street

Lisle, IL 60532

(630) 309-1466

www.dpg-homes.com

MULTI-CHAMBER BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

Innovation DuPage


On Tuesday, September 15th, the Lisle Area Chamber joined the Wheaton Chamber, Glen Ellyn Chamber, Lombard Chamber and Carol Stream Chamber for a Multi-Chamber Business After Hours at Innovation DuPage.


Innovation DuPage Innovation DuPage is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization that serves as both a business incubator for early-stage companies and a business accelerator for scaling emerging small businesses. Innovation DuPage advances economic development by connecting startups and small businesses with the knowledge, experts, and resources that are vital for success. As the premiere business incubator and accelerator for the region, Innovation DuPage generates resources, creates opportunities, and manifests a vibrant community dedicated to advancing the greater entrepreneurial ecosystem. (Information courtesy of Innovation DuPage website.)

BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT TODAY!!


Bohemian Dog Spaw: https://booking.moego.pet/ol/BohemianSpawLLC/book

 

Bohemian Cat Spaw: https://booking.moego.pet/ol/BohemianCatGrooms/book

RIBBON CUTTING GRAND OPENING

Employnet Workforce Solutions

Employnet Workforce Solutions held their Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting on Wednesday, September 23, 2026 at their location in Downtown Lisle. Employnet Workforce Solutions is located 1111 Burlington Ave., Ste. 101, Lisle.


At Employnet, our workforce solutions are built on a simple promise. We help organizations find the right people at the right time with a level of service that positions us as a true partner rather than just another staffing provider. Our approach begins with understanding your operational needs and business objectives so we can match you with talent that supports growth, efficiency, and long-term stability. Whether you need temporary support to manage peak seasons or specialized professionals to fill niche roles, our team works proactively to deliver candidates who are vetted, qualified, and ready to contribute from day one. We take pride in our ability to respond quickly without sacrificing quality. Our recruiting methods combine technology-driven search tools with the expertise of experienced staffing professionals who understand the complexities of diverse industries. (Information courtesy of Employnet Workforce Solutions website.)

RIBBON CUTTING & OPEN HOUSE

The Crib

On September 24, 2026, The Crib held their Ribbon Cutting & Open House for their location in Lisle. The Crib is located at 1208 Lisle Place, Lisle.


The Crib was born out of the idea...

that pregnancy, birth, and postpartum can be the magical moment you are envisioning. We hear from clients daily about anxieties with pregnancy, concerns about their care options, and worries about navigating postpartum life. We have had the privilege of listening, guiding, and nurturing over 600 families through their birth and postpartum journey and have learned a lot along the way.



We want you to feel empowered to understand your choices and make decisions that are best for you and your baby. At The Crib, we are here to walk you through the journey whether this is your first baby or your fifth, your previous experiences have been joyous, or traumatic, or you are completely unsure of what is next. Everyone deserves to be held, supported, and heard.

We will meet you where you are and walk along side you. Breathe easy, you can be nervous, we aren’t, we’ve got you. (Information courtesy of The Crib's website.)

Unwind, connect, and enjoy a delicious Friday night special:

After Hours at 1400 W Lobby Bar at Hyatt Regency Lisle!

Offer Valid through October 31st


🍔 Black Angus Cheddar Cheeseburger & Sam Adams Cold Snap or

🌮 3 Tacos & a Modelo Beer


Special Price: $19.99 + tax


📅 Offer valid September 1 – October 31

📍 1400 W Lobby Bar

1400 Corporetum Dr., Lisle, IL 60532


Whether you’re wrapping up the workweek with colleagues, meeting with clients, or simply looking for a great place to relax, we’d love to see you there!

**** Move in Ready ******



Free Coffee for a limited Time:

Offer:   1lb each of Starbucks coffee & 1lb of Dunkin coffee for the office for 6 months

2026 Member Directory & Community Profile


The Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce 2026 Member Directory & Community Profile has been sent out to over 8,500 single family homes in Lisle and will be distributed within the business community. It is also distributed at Lisle Village Hall, Lisle Park District, Lisle Township, Lisle Savings Bank and more. Click on the link below to view the Member Directory & Community Profile.


 

CHAMBER RAVES


Congratulations to Phil Scatena of Grease Monkey on being named the 2026 Operator of the Year by National Oil and Lube News. Phil owns 5 Grease Monkey locations in Illinois, including Lisle! Grease Monkey is located 3295 Ogden Avenue, Lisle.

NEW MEMBER

Allstate Insurance Agency

Muhammad Hassan

1323 Butterfield Road, Ste. 122

Downers Grove, IL 60515

(331) 214-6840


www.agents.allstate.com/muhammad-hassan-downers-grove-il.html

 
 

Authentic Vine Travel

Josefina Giuffre

Naperville, IL 60540

(630) 404-5986


www.authenticvine.com

Medina Insurance Agency

Wendy Medina

4699 Auvergne Ave., Ste. 3

Lisle, IL 60532

(630) 335-8858


www.agents.farmers.com/il/lisle/wendy-medina-colon/

 

CHAMBER ANNIVERSARIES


Thank You to the Lisle Area Chamber Members that have been members for 15+ years!


First Financial Bank

Lisle Township

Hope's Front Door

Lisle Education Foundation

Giant Steps

St. Joan of Arc Catholic Church and School

Optometry & Eyewear Gallery

Kiwanis Club of Lisle

The Alera Group




 

CHAMBER MEMBER RENEWALS



Anselmo & Wojcicki, LLP


Boxer Property


Culver's Downers Grove/Lisle


JCMP & Associates, P.C.


Lisle Lions Club


Parachute - Flood Insurance & More


Villages on Maple




 

925 Burlington Avenue

Lisle, IL 6053

(630) 271-4102

www.lislechamber.com




 We are able to process Membership Renewal payments over the phone at (630) 271-4102 if you would like to renew your Lisle Area Chamber Membership with a credit card. We are also accepting payments via U.S. Mail, please mail to our address, 925 Burlington Avenue, Lisle, IL 60532.


jill@lislechamber.com

claudine@lislechamber.com