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Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce
925 Burlington Avenue
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 271-4102
info@lislechamber.com
www.lislechamber.com
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CHAMBERVISION September 2025
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The monthly newsletter of the
Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce
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CHAIR MESSAGE
Tom Reif
The Alera Group
I cannot believe it is September already and Fall starts on Monday September 22nd. I hope everyone had a great summer and were able to squeeze in some last-minute fun to wrap up your summer.
There is an upcoming Turkey Trot Tune-Up 5K Committee meeting on September 24th at 3:30 pm at the Chamber office. At this meeting, you can take part in the planning of the upcoming 5K taking place in November. You can also join any other Committee and see if it is something you would like to be involved in. On September 10th at 8:15 am there is the Government Affairs Committee meeting and on September 17th at 4:30 pm the Lisle Area Leads Group has their meeting at The Beer and Now. On September 26th at 8:15 am there is the Ambassador Committee meeting. Visit the Chamber website to view the events calendar and you can see the date, times and locations of the Chamber’s monthly Committee meetings. This is one more opportunity for your business to maximize their Chamber membership and become involved in the Chamber and the Lisle Community.
Also on the calendar is a Ribbon Cutting & 5th Birthday Party for DPG Real Estate Agency on Saturday September 20th from
5:00 pm -8:00 pm at their new office located at 4742 Main Street in downtown Lisle.
I hope everyone has a great September, and I look forward to seeing at the events and meetings throughout the month.
Sincerely,
Tom Reif
The Alera Group
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2025
Board of Directors
Tom Reif
Chair
The Alera Group
Kimberly Novovesky
Treasurer
BankFinancial
Marilyn Buchholz
Lisle Education Foundation
Christopher Buehler
Four Lakes Recreation
Christopher Fry
Pulse Studio LLC
Debbie Pawlowicz
DPG Real Estate Agency
Debbie Platou
Villa St. Benedict
Jon Pratscher
Lisle Park District
Mayor Mary Jo Mullen
ex officio
Village of Lisle
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Benet Academy
Bohemian Spaw LLC
Brasi's Pizzeria
Craig's Auto Service Center
Davey Tree Expert Company
DnD Transfers
DPG Real Estate Agency -
Debbie Pawlowicz
DPG Real Estate Agency -
Ara Ortega
Edward Jones - Kenetha Cook
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Ellie Mental Health-Naperville Aurora
Illinois Energy Windows & Siding, Inc.
Jim Dhamer Plumbing & Sewer, Inc.
Kindred Gastropub
Landmark Insurance Group
Leeco Steel
Lisle Township
Midwest Auto Body of Lisle
Naperville Networking Alliance
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Northwestern Mutual -
Phil Dorjath
Popko Family Dental
Sensory Garden Playground (Play For All Playground-Garden Foundation)
Sheraton Lisle
St. Mary's Services DBA
Hopeful Beginnings
Sudden Infant Death Services (SIDS) of Illinois, Inc.
Thrive of Lisle
Villages on Maple
| | Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce Member Restaurants, Bakeries, Bars/Breweries & Catering | | |
Belgio's Catering
410 W. 5th Avenue
Naperville, IL 60563
(630) 369-6100
www.belgios.com
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Brasi's Pizzeria
5328 Lincoln Avenue (Rte. 53)
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 852-8989
www.brasipizzeria.com
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SubKO
1600 Maple Avenue, Suite F
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 465-7056
www.subko.online
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LISLE BOTTLES BARRELS & BREWS
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS, ATTENDEES & VOLUNTEERS!!
Lisle Bottles Barrels & Brews was held at the charming Museums at Lisle Station Park on Saturday, August 16th. A HUGE THANK YOU to our event sponsors, Chicagoland Auto Group (Honda of Lisle/Volvo Cars Lisle); Lisle Savings Bank; Emerge Wealth Strategies; Lisle Park District & Museums at Lisle Station Park; Pulse Studio LLC; Cylinders, Inc.; Gator Chef Restaurant Equipment & Kitchen Supplies; and Lakeshore Recycling Systems (LRS). Thank you to the Village of Lisle for their partnership.
Thank you to Mainstreet Wine & Spirits and Burke Beverages for providing the wine and spirits samples and Bubblehouse Brewing Company, The Beer and Now, Tangled Roots and Whiskey Hill Brewery & Kitchen for providing the beer samples. Thank you to Emerge Wealth Strategies for donating the corkscrews for the attendees.
Thank you to our volunteers from the Lisle Woman’s Club, the Bottles Barrels & Brews Committee, Dave Kikta, Eric Ertmoed, Al Eidukas and Victoria Koenig. Thank you to Cris Garcia from Capture With Cris our event photographer. All of the event photos are courtesy of Cris Garcia.
This fantastic event would not be possible without our Bottles, Barrels & Brews Committee and volunteers. Thank you to our dedicated Committee, Christopher Fry from Pulse Studio LLC (Committee Chair), Valerie Janke from Emerge Wealth Strategies, Luisa Buehler from The Hire Solution, Paula Gleason from JCMP & Associates, P.C., Marilyn Buchholz (Lisle Education Foundation, Joanne Erhardt from the Lisle Woman's Club, Kim Novovesky from BankFinancial, Saleen Graham from Intu Med Spa, Jon Pratscher from the Lisle Park District, Tom Reif from The Alera Group, Debbie Platou from Villa St. Benedict, and Tom Thornton and Kyle Richardson from Your Promo Partners.
Thank you to everyone that came together to make this event happen!
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RIBBON CUTTING
King Chiropractic PLLC
| | King Chiropractic PLLC held their ribbon cutting on August 7, 2025. They are proud to offer family chiropractic care, specialized in the perinatal and pediatric populations, from their cozy location, nestled in the heart of Lisle. Additional services include certified lactation counseling, craniosacral therapy, therapeutic ultrasound, physiotherapy, kinesiotaping, functional nutrition counseling, and Reiki. | | |
Join the Government Affairs Committee
The Chamber's Government Affairs Committee meets once a month to discuss and explore issues of interest for the communities we represent and county, state and federal issues that may affect our business community.
Government Affair Committee Meeting
Wednesday, September 10, 2025
8:15 a.m.
If you are interested in attending the meeting
and would like more details about the Government Affairs Committee, please contact the Chamber at (630) 271-4102 or claudine@lislechamber.com
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AMBASSADOR SPOTLIGHT
Ara Ortega
DPG Real Estate Agency
Ara Ortega of DPG Real Estate Agency is this month’s featured Ambassador. She has recently joined the Chamber and immediately joined the Ambassador Committee. As a newer member, she hasn’t officially joined any other committees but she is excited to get more involved as the opportunities come up. She enjoys being an Ambassador because she loves meeting new people, learning about their businesses, and staying connected to the Community. It has helped her build relationships and gain exposure, which has been a great support for her real estate business.
As a Realtor with DPG Real Estate Agency, Ara helps individuals and families find their dream homes by guiding and supporting them throughout the buying and selling process. She is just getting started in real estate. While it’s been a slow start, she brings strong work ethic, drive, and heart to everything she does. Ara can’t wait to grow in this career and help more people along the way.
Ara lives in Naperville with her husband, their two kids, and their white German Shepherd. They love traveling, especially to Disney and anywhere tropical! She is also a big foodie and is always on the lookout for new spots or hidden gems to try. One of Ara’s favorite quotes is from Kobe Bryant: “Great things come from hard work and perseverance. No excuses.” She believes success comes from showing up every day, putting in the effort, and staying consistent event when it’s hard. Ara also lives by the ideas of always staying humble, treating people with kindness, and never forgetting where you come from, no matter how far you go.
Ara Ortega
DPG Real Estate Agency
4742 Main Street
Lisle, IL 60532
(732) 303-4504
www.dpg-homes.com/agents/ara-ortega/
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Visiting Lisle?
Lisle Area Chamber Member Hotels
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Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce Realtors, Real Estate Management & Commercial Real Estate
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Boxer Property
Michael Kenney
3030 Warrenville Road, Suite 120
Lisle, IL 60532
(847) 677-7368
www.boxerproperty.com
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Comstock Realty group
Donald Gudmundson
2757 Maple Avenue
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 961-2766
www.comstock-realty.com
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DPG Real Estate Agency
Ara Ortega
4742 Main Street
Lisle, IL 60532
(224) 249-4015
www.DPG-Homes.com
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ROC, Inc.
Kimberly Pitts
5514 Lincoln Avenue, Suite 200
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 969-8888
www.roccompanies.com
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TORG Realty, Inc.
Mary DeLaLeurs
1111 Burlington Avenue, Suite 108D
Lisle, IL 60532
(630) 816-6969
www.torgrealtyinc.com
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Visit the Chamber website to view the realtor's member profiles.
www.lislechamber.com
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BARKAPALOOZA 2025
Join us on September 28th at Lisle Community Park
1825 Short Street, Lisle, IL
5K Start: 8:00 AM
Walk Start: 9:30 AM
Rescue Fest: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
ONLINE REGISTRATION CLOSES at 4PM CST on September 27th
On Site Registration available for all events
Rescue Run 5k: $50
Waggin' Tails Walk - individual: $20
Waggin' Tails Walk - family: $30
Rescue Fest entry: $20 per car
PACKET PICKUP (5K & Walk Only):
Friday September 26th from 1PM-6PM
Saturday September 27th from 11AM-4PM
West Suburban Humane Society
1901 W Ogden Ave, Downers Grove, IL
You can also check in and pick-up your packet on site starting at 7AM on event day.
Approximately 6.3 million dogs & cats enter US Shelters annually. 15% (920,000) are euthanized each year. The West Suburban Humane Society is a volunteer-based, no-kill animal rescue founded in 1972 in the western suburbs of Chicago.
Since our founding, more than 31,000 animals have found forever homes through our facility. In 2022 alone, 512 of the animals placed in our care found new homes.
At West Suburban Humane Society, our mission is to work toward the day when all dogs and cats are loved and cared for, and pet owners have access to essential resources so they may enjoy a fulfilling relationship with their pets.
Our Rescue Run is a 5K chip-timed walk/run (eligible for time awards – overall and by age group). All Rescue Run participants will receive a performance fit shirt and finisher medal, as well as entry to Rescue Fest.
Our Waggin' Tails Walk is a 1 mile walk for families and crowd-friendly pets. All Wagging Tails walk participants will be eligible for costume awards, as well as entry to Rescue Fest.
Rescue Fest includes a full day of family and pet-friendly activities and giveaways, including Food Trucks, Pet Contests, Rescue Groups, Agility Training, Nail Trimming, Pooch Smooch AND MORE!!!
All Volunteer Fundraisers who raise $100 or more will receive free entry into Rescue Fest, an event t-shirt, and additional fundraising incentives!
Register your dogs into our Barkminster Pet Contest! Entry is free - just sign up for one or more of the following categories when you register for one of our events!
- Dog & Owner look-alike
- Waggiest Tail
- Silliest Tricks
- Best in talking / speaking
- Funniest Ears
Dog show registration can be selected as an 'add-on' to your registration at no cost.
All proceeds from this event benefit the West Suburban Humane Society, and all participants in the 5K, Walk, and Rescue Fest are encouraged to customize their fundraising page and collect donations to help our dogs and cats. All fundraising participants in the 5K, Walk, and Rescue Fest will be eligible to earn a custom t-shirt and other goodies, based on fundraising levels.
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Lisle Area Chamber
Accounting & Bookkeeping Companies
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2025 Member Directory & Community Profile
The Lisle Area Chamber of Commerce 2025 Member Directory & Community Profile has been sent out to over 8,500 single family homes in Lisle and the surrounding communities, and the Lisle Area Chamber Businesses. 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.
Click Here To View The 2025 Member Directory & Community Profile
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Click Below To View The
Interactive Lisle Community Map
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Executive Director Message
Jill Eidukas
Back to School, Back to Business: Parents Shift Gears for Fall
As summer winds down, families are trading beach towels for backpacks, and the energy in the community shifts. The start of a new school year brings excitement for children, but it also signals a return to a different kind of routine for parents especially those running or working in local businesses.
For working parents, the back-to-school season often means a sharper daily schedule, earlier mornings, and a renewed focus on productivity. With kids back in classrooms, many business owners and professionals find they can dedicate more consistent hours to projects, planning, and growth. The quiet after the morning school drop-off becomes a valuable window for strategic thinking, client meetings, and tackling the to-do list without interruption.
This seasonal shift can also spark fresh opportunities. Parents may be more engaged with community events, networking, and local shopping now that their schedules stabilize. Businesses can take advantage of this momentum by offering special promotions, lunchtime meetups, or back-to-business events designed to reconnect with customers and colleagues.
In many ways, September feels like a “second New Year” a chance to reset, refocus, and aim for strong results in the final months of the year. Just as children head into the classroom ready to learn, parents head into the office, shop, or studio ready to achieve. And with the structure of the school year in place, the balance between work and family can find its rhythm.
The Lisle Bottles Barrels & Brews was held at the Museum's at Lisle Station Park on August 16, 2025. The selection of beer, wine, & spirits was a big hit with the yard game area, (who can resist Giant Jenga?) music and food vendors. It was a sunny day until the torrential rains, hail, thunder and lightning came. We thank our Sponsors, volunteers, Lisle Woman's Club, vendors and the Bottles Barrels & Brew Committee.
Thank you to Lisle Area Chamber member Congressman Bill Foster for visiting Downtown Lisle and some of our Chamber member businesses. One of the many opportunities your Chamber membership provides you, is the opportunities to meet with local, state and federal government officials. The Chamber can make connections that might not otherwise be feasible.
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Expert Plumbing Service
568 S. Washington Street, Suite B-02
Naperville, IL 60540
(815) 569-5688
www.expertplumbers.com
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CHAMBER ANNIVERSARIES
Thank You to the Lisle Area Chamber Members that have been members for 8 years!
ROC Inc.
Amli at Seven Bridges
Allegra Marketing Print Mail Lisle/Naperville
Classical Marketing
Town Square Publications
DPG Real Estate Agency - Debbie Pawlowicz
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CHAMBER MEMBER RENEWALS
Adobe
Benet Academy
Bill Foster for Congress
Innovation DuPage
Jim Dhamer Plumbing & Sewer, Inc.
Lisle Bookkeeping LLC
Past Presence Custom Framing
ROC, Inc.
St. Joan of Arc
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925 Burlington Avenue
Lisle, IL 6053
(630) 271-4102
www.lislechamber.com
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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
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