SEPTEMBER 2014 INSIDE NEWS THIS MONTH
217-726-6600 • [email protected] www.springfieldbusinessjournal.com Community Service Committee provides grants for local nonprofits Small business See story on page 17 Synergetic Solutions p. 4-5
Restaurant review Brewhaus p. 34-35
William Legge of the Boys and Girls Club of Central Illinois
Nonprofits Lincoln Memorial Garden p. 14-15
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The journey of Bryan Soady, new executive director of the Spring ield chapter of the American Red Cross, began in Pekin. “Probably about ive, six generations born and bred there,” he says of his family. “We’ve been part of Illinois and Illinois history for a long, long time.” Soady’s mother, now retired, was an English teacher at Pekin High School and his late father had been a history professor at Illinois Central College in East Peoria. Soady started his higher education at ICC and received a transfer scholarship to Bradley University where he took on a double- major in history and philosophy, eventually graduating cum laude. While attending Bradley, Soady attended a job fair where he found himself intrigued by material regarding UIS’s Illinois Legislative Staff Internship program, but instead ended up attending George Washington University’s graduate school of political management where he obtained his master’s degree. In what he describes as “a small world kind of thing,” after graduating he attended a nearly identical career fair at Bradley and re-encountered the Illinois Legislative Internship program, which brought him to Spring ield. “I was able to get my start down here with the House staff and got about six graduate credit hours there and have been working and living in the Spring ield area ever since.” After the internship program, Soady worked at the Illinois Department of Central Management Services, was vice president of governmental relations at the Community Bankers Association of Illinois for several years and held a similar position at the Illinois Chiropractic Society for a few sessions before striking out on his own with Statehouse Solutions, a consulting-contract lobbying business. “It was during that adventure when I stumbled across this opportunity with the American Red Cross,” Soady recalls. “I really was attracted to it because it gave me an opportunity to not just do legislative affairs PHOTO BY TERRY FARMER – it was truly government relations. I got an opportunity to learn about grant writing and grant management and of course worked Soady will continue performing some state Immediate plans include teaming with Land Community College and Robert Morris with a great nonpro it organization that’s relations duties while “working very, very WMAY for a talkathon on Sept. 4 and a trivia University here in Spring ield. “I still skate at known across the world.” closely with the board of directors,” he says. night on Sept. 19. the Nelson Center here in town every chance He worked at the Illinois Capital Area “Theresa Haley is our chairperson right Soady has had a lifelong love of athletics I get,” he says. Chapter of the Red Cross (which serves 13 now and has been doing a great job with the and team sports, having played baseball, Soady is a divorced single father of counties including Sangamon, Menard, Cass, board to make sure we continue to meet our football, track and ice hockey growing up. two. His son Zeph, 22, works as a Fitness Logan, Morgan, Scott, Greene, Macoupin, goals and objectives. I think it’s important “Hockey has always been my irst love,” Director at LA Fitness while his daughter Montgomery, Christian, Shelby, Coles and for the board to establish a strategy for us he says. He has coached hockey with the Shalee, 15, is starting as a freshman at Clark) as director of government and and we’re going to work on that strategic Spring ield Youth Hockey Association, the Glenwood High School. external relations for more than two years plan together. We’re here to make sure that Pekin Amateur Hockey Association and the “I have had primary custody of my kids before assuming the role of executive we meet those objectives and carry out the Peoria Youth Hockey Association as well as and I’m proud of that. It’s what gets me up in director this past July. In his new role, tactical obligations that come from that.” coaching college hockey with both Lincoln the morning.”
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 3 SMALL BUSINESS
Melissa Hamilton of Synergetic Solutions.
Synergetic Solutions New approaches to meeting your business needs
By Eric Woods
For years Melissa Hamilton worked for recruiting/contract for hire. marketing and advertising agencies, picking “We focus on three things,” said up a number of skills along the way. Eventually Hamilton. “The irst is for companies she went into consulting. Although taking a with not enough staff. The second is for new permanent job was a possibility after a companies who have enough staff but period of time, Hamilton instead wanted to they are not skilled to accomplish what is begin her own brand of consulting. “I had a needed. The third is the company that has good niche of skills to offer, so I decided to a skilled staff but is still not reaching its start my own business,” she said. “A lot of goals.” Synergetic Solutions focuses directly companies are forced to downsize but still on the clients and working together to have needs.” Enter Hamilton’s new company, identify needs and develop solutions to Synergetic Solutions Inc. meet and exceed goals and expectations. Synergetic Solutions offers consulting Hamilton says that she works with clients services in various arenas. “We are a with both technology-based as well as non- consulting company focused on alleviating technology-based backgrounds. the challenges that companies may be “We provide a short-term solution for facing,” said Hamilton, who is excited that a company’s needs,” said Hamilton. “We the company is celebrating its one-year get people in to help a company without anniversary in September. “There is not the cost of having to hire long term. Some a focus on a particular product to sell. companies have peak seasons and need Instead we are looking at the goals and full-time help but then have to cut back challenges for a company to see where when it slows down.” Synergetic Solutions we can help.” The featured consulting will provide consultants to work during solutions are human asset development the busy times and when it slows down and training, IT soft solutions and they will move on to a different project 4 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal PHOTO BY ERIC WOODS
with a new company. Some major areas of no product or service that I would not look focus on the technology-based side include at for someone,” she said. “I just look at business analysis, technical writing, each organization and how I can help them. testing, and training associated with large “For example, I look at a company application-oriented projects. For the that wants to increase sales,” continues non-technology based needs, consulting Hamilton. “I am looking at how they do and training services related to human things now from an outside view in order resource development and management to help them improve their sales. Many are principal arenas. times an outside perspective can help Currently Hamilton is the only full- bring about a simple solution.” Hamilton time employee for the company, which she is a irm believer that out-of-the-box runs out of her home. “Right now there is solutions are very helpful when it comes no need to have a physical location,” she to solving the concerns of a business. said. “Most of the consultants work at the Hamilton’s core plan begins with businesses or another in-house location.” making herself known to the businesses One possible scenario that could see in the community. She will target all Hamilton opening a commercial location industries, including state government would be if the training aspect expands. and private sectors, to acquire clients. “I “Businesses may want to have a location to would like to get continuous contracts do their training,” she said. Another option that will be ongoing over the next few would be to rent out a hall to provide years,” she said. training sessions. Going forward, Hamilton feels that she can easily expand the range of consulting Eric Woods can be reached and training services provided. “There is at [email protected]. Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 5 DOWNTOWN
Former church may be future cultural hub By Teresa Paul
Developer Daniel Mulcahy, along with hope to put in balconies and on the irst loor former Spring ield alderman Irv Smith, a commercial wine bar and restaurant. The has purchased the former First United whole idea was to revitalize the downtown Methodist Church at Fifth and Capitol streets and the urban core.” and have ambitious plans for transforming Drawing upon trends and forecasts of the downtown location into the new experts in the entertainment, dining and Metropolitan Place. housing industries, Dankor Development The property remained vacant for the last drafted a proposal for renovation of the six years and was purchased in early 2014. 67,000-square-foot property. Careful Cleanup of the property has been happening consideration has been given to ensure over the last four months and remodeling the existing needs of the city of Spring ield will begin in the middle of September. are met while developing an innovative “I was attracted to the property because strategic plan to repurpose the existing it is downtown,” said Mulcahy, president of buildings, according to Mulcahy. Dankor Development Company. “I wanted “This includes bringing back the magic to do some downtown redevelopment.” of the once famous Orpheum Theatre, which Dankor Development recently participated was demolished in the 1960s,” Mulcahy in the development at Second and Carpenter said. To this end, the former church’s for County Market. sanctuary has been rechristened as the “We are now looking downtown to Orpheum Cultural Center and negotiations develop some housing,” Mulcahy said. are underway with the Illinois Symphony The church’s education wing, just east Orchestra for the space’s irst performance, of the sanctuary, lends itself well to loft with a tentative date of Dec. 11. The former First United Methodist Church at Fifth and Capitol. The church’s education apartments, he said. “On the second loor we “The Orpheum Cultural Center holds 770 wing, at right, could become loft apartments.
6 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal seats, which will make it the largest venue in Mulcahy sees a lot of potential downtown Spring ield,” Mulcahy said. “We downtown. “We have a fantastic medical hope the city of Spring ield will respond and school in Spring ield and a good population we will sell it out.” of state employees. How nice would it be if a Mulcahy envisions the downtown urban medical student or state employee could get core eventually becoming a residential off work, walk downtown, see a movie, go to suburb with little coffee and gourmet a venue, go to a play either at the Hoogland shops but no big department stores. Center or here and walk home? How much “There are people who will say they want more healthy could you be? We want to more shopping downtown. We want big turn the downtown into a residential oasis. discounters to come in. It is not going to Hopefully in the next three to ive years that happen,” Mulcahy stated. “There are 60 to will happen.” 80 outlet stores being built on the south end Mulcahy said he believes that the new of town and the mall. The sucking sound is renovated location at Fifth and Capitol will pulling the business to the south and the be the number one location in downtown west end of town.” Spring ield. Mulcahy said downtown residents want “The state of Illinois just sold from walk and bike trails. He said Karen Conn Fourth to Fifth Streets including the YWCA and her husband, Court Conn, who own to the city of Spring ield,” Mulcahy said. Conn’s Catering and the Inn at 835 should be “Our city leaders are requesting proposals commended for their work for bringing new to do something with that entire block. types of business to downtown Spring ield. That would be phenomenal to have a park The Conns had taken a beautiful but or housing at that location. Currently 1900 empty building which sat on the corner of housing units are needed in downtown Jackson and Seventh Streets and turned it Spring ield. into a coffee house and café. The Conns also “Imagine what that would do for our own recently relocated antique shop Widows city. If we all work together, we could do at Windsor at 625 East Monroe Street. something phenomenal and to be proud of. “My husband and I and our children We can do better and we will.” want to create a new experience for people in and visiting downtown Spring ield,” said Karen Conn. “We want to encourage Teresa Paul can be reached at PHOTO BY TERESA PAUL downtown livability.” [email protected].
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 7 HISTORY
Illinois newspapers celebrate 200 years in print By Tom Emery
This year marks the 200th anniversary of succession of prominent Illinois leaders. In 1819 when a vessel carrying a shipment of the origin of newspapers in Illinois. In the the spring of 1816, the paper was purchased paper was halted by low water. Two years two centuries since, the newspapers of the by Daniel Pope Cook, the namesake of Cook later, production stopped for three months state have carved a rich and storied history. County, and the name was changed to the when another load of paper was mistakenly “Newspapers offer a window into Western Intelligencer. Now the paper was delivered to St. Louis. the past,” said Dr. Samuel Wheeler, used to promote Illinois statehood, which Also on the scene was the Edwardsville a research historian at the Abraham was achieved in 1818, the same year that Spectator, the third paper of the state, which Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum the publication was renamed the Illinois issued its irst edition on May 23, 1819. The in Spring ield. “If you want to really Intelligencer. Two years later, the paper Spectator was founded by Hooper Warren, understand what life might have been like moved with the state capital to Vandalia. who later left to establish newspapers in in a speci ic place during a speci ic period In 1823, the Intelligencer was bought by various other towns. of time, you might start by simply reading sitting Governor Edward Coles, who used Warren’s enemies in Edwardsville their local newspaper.” the publication to champion his efforts to induced another paper to land in town. Journalism in Illinois predated prevent a pro-slavery state constitutional In September 1822, another printer statehood by four years. The irst convention. Coles became a frequent from Pennsylvania was coming through newspaper in Illinois was the Illinois Herald contributor to his paper, which proved town with a press, looking for a location at the territorial capital of Kaskaskia, which successful. In voting that August, Illinois to open business. Some of Warren’s published its irst edition, a three-column voters rejected slavery, a hallmark moment critics encouraged the printer to stay in foldover, on Sept. 6, 1814. The owner was in the history of the state. Edwardsville, and a new competitor, the Matthew Duncan, a friend of the territorial By then, the state had four newspapers. Star of the West, was born. governor and the older brother of the ifth The second was the Emigrant, which began The Star was sold in April 1823 and governor of the state, Joseph Duncan. operations in Shawneetown on Sept. 5, became the Illinois Republican, which folded The Herald, a weekly publication, 1818. The printer of that publication the next year. In Kaskaskia, a paper with a was supported by federal and territorial had arrived with his printing press on similar name, the Republican Advocate, patronage, as it was paid handsomely for the Ohio River, sailing downstream from Newspaper 1. was started in January 1823 and became a printing national laws and proclamations. Pennsylvania, when he became stuck on goods and services also illed its pages. The fervent supporter of the proposed slavery Still, it found space for local advertisements, a sandbar. Local residents talked him into name was changed to the Illinois Gazette convention. items such as notices on stray animals, staying in Shawneetown. the following year. Slavery remained a hot-button issue in foreign affairs, and even poetry and prose. Like the Intelligencer, much space in the Like other early papers, the Gazette Illinois newspapers for decades. On Nov. 7, The Herald quickly became a key outlet Emigrant was consumed with the printing often lacked for supplies. No editions were 1837, abolitionist publisher Elijah Lovejoy for political views and was owned by a of national laws and politics. Ads for local printed for two months in the summer of suffered ive mortal gunshot wounds while
8 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal defending his printing press from a pro- Joseph Glidden, ran the DeKalb Chronicle. slavery mob in Alton. In 1856, John M. Palmer, a future Illinois Until the mid-1820s, there were no governor and U.S. Senator, furnished the newspapers north of Vandalia. That money to found the Free Democrat in his changed in early 1827 when Warren hometown of Carlinville to espouse his established the Spring ield Spectator with political views. In 1879, he bought the remnants of his Edwardsville publication. Illinois State Register in Spring ield for the The following year, the Miner’s Journal same purpose. opened for business in the lead mining The Chicago Fire of Oct. 8, 1871, wiped town of Galena. out most of that city’s papers, but only Chicago inally joined the fold in 1833 temporarily. Each of the major dailies with the creation of the Democrat. Two were back in business within 48 hours. years later, the rival Whigs began the That dedication to the press was re lected American, which became the irst daily statewide, and the number of newspapers paper in Illinois on Nov. 26, 1839. Newspaper 2. in Illinois doubled between 1870 and The Democrat followed suit the next 1880, to a total of 1,017. Every one of the year, when 43 newspapers were operating state’s 102 counties boasted at least one in the state. newspaper. Many of the small-town papers That number had exploded to 300 by were family-owned. the outbreak of the Civil War. At least 33 In 1890, there were 1,241 newspapers of them were on the scene in Chicago, in Illinois, a number that jumped to 1,700 including the Tribune, which opened for in 1906. While the competition was ierce business in 1848. Over the decades, the in Chicago, even rural readers had plenty to Tribune would become the dominant choose from. In Carlinville, a town of 3,500 newspaper of the state, known for its residents, readers in 1902 could select Republican leanings that spawned a Newspaper 3. from the Macoupin County Enquirer, which political machine. Subsequent publishers published both daily and weekly editions, of the Tribune, Joseph Medill and Robert as well as Palmer’s old Democrat and the McCormick, and their families were some upstart Macoupin County Argus. of the most influential political forces in “The market was extremely competitive, the state. even in the smaller towns,” remarked Not surprisingly, Abraham Lincoln Pensoneau. “There were some ist ights was a devoted reader of newspapers. A between editors, and all sorts of violent perk of his appointment as postmaster of outbursts, name-calling and the like. In New Salem in 1833 was a free newspaper some cases, paperboys even beat up rivals subscription. He later subscribed to from other papers. It was kind of a free-for- countless newspapers, which he frequently all atmosphere.” read aloud in his Spring ield law of ice. The print in most publications was often Lincoln was also in the newspaper tiny and the columns cramped. Still, readers Newspaper 4. business for a time. In that era, many of most papers were treated not only to newspapers were subsidized by political local news and gossip, but also national parties, who in turn encouraged political news and literary submissions. In subscriptions by their supporters. In the days before radio, television and the 1857, Lincoln provided a $500 subsidy to Newspaper 5. Internet, newspapers were usually the only the Missouri Democrat, a leading St. Louis news source in town. It was not unusual for paper that was actually a Republican readers of even the smallest publications to outlet, for circulation in southern and see news from China in their pages. central Illinois. The Tribune was at the forefront of Two years later, Lincoln bought the press worldwide news in the state, though it and type to establish a German-language frequently butted heads with crosstown Republican paper. German-language papers competition. Angered at its stances against were prevalent across the state, owing to labor, Prohibition and the draft, a grandson the large contingent of Germans, the most of retail magnate Marshall Field founded a numerous immigrant group of Illinois. liberal publication, the Sun, on Dec. 4, 1941. Papers in as many as eight languages were In 1948, it merged with the Chicago Times found across Illinois during the era. A half- to become the Sun-Times, which survives as century later, African-American presses that city’s other major print outlet. re lected the views and needs of Illinois Other competitors statewide also blacks. By the 1920s and 1930s, the Chicago merged in time. In Springfield, the Journal Defender became the leading voice of blacks and Register began publishing a joint in the state and beyond. Newspaper 6. Sunday paper in 1961 and completely Like the state as a whole, the newspapers merged operations in 1974. In the Quad of Illinois were divided through the Civil Cities, the Moline Dispatch and Rock Island War. Those in opposition to the Union cause Newspaper 7. Argus began to share operations in 1986. sometimes paid the price. Federal soldiers In many cases, multiple papers are owned damaged the of ice of the Bloomington by conglomerates. Times, a critic of the Lincoln administration, Newspaper 1: Farm Home (Springfi eld, IL), 1 February 1900. Illinois Digital Newspaper Collections. University of Illinois. http:// Most major cities in Illinois eventually and hurled the type of the Chester Picket- tinyurl.com/mobxg2v Newspaper 2: The Illinois Free Trader (Ottawa, IL), Volume 1, Number 18, 18 September 1840. Illinois found themselves with only one newspaper. Guard into the street in July 1864. In June Digital Newspaper Collections. University of Illinois. http://tinyurl.com/kwguwmz Newspaper 3: The Day Book (Chicago, IL), By 1989, the number of newspapers in Volume 3, Number 83, 6 January 1914. Illinois Digital Newspaper Collections. University of Illinois. http://tinyurl.com/m9teeuk 1863, the Chicago Times was ordered by Illinois had dipped to 745. With the onset of Newspaper 4: Prairie Farmer, 11 May 1867 (Chicago, IL). Illinois Digital Newspaper Collections. University of Illinois. http:// military authorities to be “suppressed” for tinyurl.com/kbmuz5x Newspaper 5: Daily Illini, 6 October 1940 (Champaign-Urbana, IL). Illinois Digital Newspaper Collec- the Internet and economic downturns, that “incendiary statements” until President tions. University of Illinois. http://tinyurl.com/meeoofp Newspaper 6: Joliet Signal (Joliet, IL), Volume 5, Number 44, 11 number has dropped to around 450 today. Lincoln revoked the order three days later. April 1848. Illinois Digital Newspaper Collections. University of Illinois. http://tinyurl.com/mnwh5lz Newspaper 7: Western Still, newspapers remain part of the Papers of the era had overt political Rural, 20 June 1868 (Chicago, IL). Illinois Digital Newspaper Collections. University of Illinois. http://tinyurl.com/lkave73 daily routine for millions of Illinoisans, agendas and rarely refrained from personal who depend on them for accurate, timely attacks on their opponents. The vitriol that news reporting, a means of education and spewed from their pages would induce the Picket-Guard was hardly the exception sorts of vicious and derogatory remarks are a ful illing leisure activity. lawsuits in today’s world. In Chester, the to the rule. Most papers engaged in similar said about political opponents, things that “The rewarding feeling each day of Picket-Guard “hoped to deliver the state, mocking of their opponents’ virtue, would never pass muster today.” turning the pages of real newspapers already disgraced by such a dishonest, intelligence and even manhood. Still, many papers were owned by some is something the digital age can never radical, lecherous, blasphemous, and “If you want entertaining reading, of the leading names of the state, who replace,” said Pensoneau, “at least not for drunken, dirty, beastly thing as (Illinois go back and look through the pages of often used them to promote their political me.” Gov.) Dick Oglesby, from that low, vulgar, newspapers from those times,” said Taylor causes. The family of the mother of Adlai Tom Emery is a freelance writer dirty and hypocritical (John A.) Logan. Pensoneau, a former Statehouse reporter Stevenson, who served as Illinois governor and researcher from Carlinville. He Maggots would sicken on him.” for the St. Louis Post-Dispatch who has from 1949-53, owned the Bloomington may be reached at 217-710-8392 Though shrill and largely inaccurate, extensively studied Illinois history. “All Pantagraph. The inventor of barbed wire, or [email protected]. Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 9 NEW BUSINESS LISTINGS
Every month, we like to provide a listing Chelsea Chester Company Dirty Construction iCare Cleaning, Home of new assumed business names (DBA) as 1305 W Wabash Ave, Suite N 11522 Wayside Meadows Rd, Glenarm IL & Pet Services provided by the Sangamon County Clerk’s Spring ield IL Phone: 217-416-5520 607 E. Mulberry Street of ice of vital records. Phone: 801-1861 Owners: Daryl M Marsh Chatham IL Owners: Niktha Barnes, Phone: 502-7852 Be Happy Man Candy Store and More Toya M. Gordon, Emily B Photography Owner: Elizabeth E. Ackerman 1420 E Cook St, Spring ield IL Chase L. Barnes 100 Outer Park Drive, Apt 1G, Spring ield IL Phone: 217-220-8254 Phone: 708/831-0039 KP Blue Jean Company Owner: Melissa R Williams Cooties and Coffee Owner: Emily Barnett 1305 W Wabash Ave, Suite N 421 Outer Park Drive Spring ield IL Buckles and Belts Spring ield IL Phone: 801-1861 1305 Wabash Ave, Suite N, Spring ield IL Phone: 217-652-9116 Fibrenew Spring ield Illinois Owners: Niktha Barnes, Phone: 801-1861 Owner: Jensine L Williams 119 N 7th, Riverton IL Toya M. Gordon, Owners: Niktha Barnes, Toya M. Gordon, Phone: 638-0012 Chase L. Barnes Chase L. Barnes DBC Owner: RL Merchant Inc. 2360 N 15th, Spring ield IL NoblePaws Pet Services CEA Phone: 217-638-2005 Golds Capital City Gaming Parlor 35 Skyview Dr. 993 Clocktower Dr, Suite D, Spring ield IL Owners: Megan Barber, 718 N. Dirksen Pkwy, Spring ield IL Spring ield IL Phone: 523-6969 Dustin Barber Phone: 891-3053 Phone: 481-0887 Owners: Cowan, Epperson & Associates P.C. Owner: Stacey M Sponsler Owner: Tara Noble
Pro-Clean Carpet & Janitorial 3939 W. Washington St Spring ield IL Phone: 217-741-3940: Owner: Divina Kluge
Rigneys School of Archery 1824 S. 2nd Spring ield IL Phone: 341-7601 Owner: A Hole in the Wall Archery Shop, Inc.
Shear Style Family Hair Care 603 E. Locust Chatham IL Phone: 415-0720 Owner: Lori Constable
Ubiquitous Deals 809 Bryn Mawr Blvd Spring ield IL Phone: 217-836-4783 Owner: Michael I. Kelley
How to Apply for an Assumed Business Name (DBA)
1. Check with the proper Zoning Department to esnure the proposed business is in compliance with all applicable zoning rules and regulations.
2. Complete the two page application; Certi icate of Ownership of Business and the Notice Under Assumed Business Name Act. Both forms must be signed by one of the business owners. If you are mailing the forms in, you must have your signature notarized. The required iling fee is $11. Valid ID required with payment.
3. Choose which newspaper you would like the notice published in. It will be published three times for three weeks in a row. Indicate on the form which newspaper. The County Clerk’s of ice will send the form and your payment to the newspaper you have indicated.
You may publish in one of the following newspapers: State Journal-Register $16 Illinois Times $60 This payment must be made separate from the County Clerk’s fee.
Find more information here: https://www.sangamoncountyclerk.com/ Vital-Records/DBA
10 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal YOUTH
Encouraging confidence and structure for girls
Girls on the Run of Central Illinois will community locations hosting the program kick off the 2014 fall program session with that are open to all girls: Southwind Park, 42 teams at local schools and community Downtown YMCA and Kerasotes YMCA in program sites. Several new schools are Springfield. partnering with Girls on the Run to offer the “We are excited to bring our program to program for the irst time this fall: 8 Points additional community site locations this fall and hope to engage girls and their families The Girls on the Run program with our positive lifestyle program,” said Jennifer Sublett, executive director of uses an experience-based Girls on the Run of Central Illinois. “The curriculum which integrates physical activity and healthy lifestyle focus running to inspire girls to be of our program will reach the girls who participate in the program, as well as their joyful, healthy and con ident. families and our volunteer coaches.” The Girls on the Run program uses PHOTO COURTESY OF GOTRCENTRALILLINOIS.ORG Charter School in Jacksonville, Chester East an experience-based curriculum which in Lincoln and Williamsville Middle School. integrates running to inspire girls Families can register their girls online at to be joyful, healthy and confident. www.GOTRcentralillinois.org. The interactive curriculum is fun and by each team, as well as a fun, non- volunteer or to register for the community More than 500 girls in third through challenging, covering meaningful competitive 5k run open to the community 5k, visit www.GOTRcentralillinois.org. You eighth grades are estimated to participate topics such as self-awareness, building at the end of the 10-week season. The fall do not have to be a runner to get involved. this season in the life-skills program. healthy relationships, and developing 2014 5k will be held on Saturday, Nov. Girls on the Run needs program coaches, The sessions will run for 10 weeks personal strengths while engaging in 8, at 10 a.m. at Lincoln Land Community committee members and 5k volunteers. beginning Sept. 8 at more than 35 local physical activities. The curriculum also College in Springfield, and is open to the Contact GOTR at 217-726-9808 to discuss schools and community sites throughout includes lessons specifically devoted to entire community. which role will best it your skills, talents central Illinois. Girls will benefit from new a community service project completed To learn more about the program, how to and schedule.
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 11 BROADBAND
Illinois a leader in broadband Internet coverage Changes may be coming as feds weigh greater regulation By Ann Strahle
Illinois is one of the most connected states Connected Illinois with the data denoting PCI was able to obtain $700,000 from the whether private corporations can control in the country, according to a state-run where broadband connectivity is available. Department of Commerce to keep the the pricing of Internet connectivity, the nonpro it organization. But depending “Driving broadband availability and organization running until April 30, 2015. availability of cheap Internet service is a on what the Federal Communications adoption is a daily goal, and Comcast With this new revenue, the goals of priority for educational institutions and Commission decides regarding net spends millions in Illinois each and every PCI include continuing the broadband public libraries. Nancy Huntley, director of neutrality, the price of that Internet year to enhance our best in class network,” mapping center for the state as well as Spring ield’s Lincoln Library, emphasized connectivity may go up. Comcast Communications Director Joe serving as a broadband public information the high usage of their public computers. Phil Halstead, executive director of Trost said. “We’ve been able to increase center. Newer goals entail increasing “In iscal year 2013, there were 40,300 Partnership of a Connected Illinois (PCI), speeds more than a dozen times over the broadband availability for businesses, Internet sessions at the main branch. A said the state was recognized at a national past decade.” schools and libraries. session can last a half-hour to two hours,” conference earlier this summer as a PCI has made it easy for anyone to go to “The goal is to position Illinois for said Huntley. leader in providing broadband Internet its website, type in an address, and learn successful e-commerce and web-based Internet connectivity may face access to all citizens. The nonpro it state what kind of broadband is available. In the business. That is the future role of PCI changes at the national level, as the agency started in 2008 with the help of six years of data collection, the number of – jobs, prosperity and growing the job Federal Communications Commission then Lieutenant Governor Pat Quinn. The people and businesses with broadband base,” Halstead said. “There are businesses will soon choose whether to allow original goals included mapping broadband availability has drastically increased. around Illinois that are doing e-commerce private corporations such as Comcast and availability across the state as well as Brian Webster, the telecom data that we don’t know about. Our goal is to Time Warner to control pricing and the providing expertise and inancial avenues director from PCI said, “Not including ind them and help them get the talent and availability of broadband to its customers, for those without broadband access. cellular or satellite technology, 88 percent skills needed to grow them as businesses.” or to make the Internet a public utility, such “The DCEO (Department of Commerce of households in Illinois have access to Halstead said the organization will as the hard-wired telephone technology and Economic Opportunity) has tasked broadband connectivity of 100 megabits or work within educational sectors in order of the past. This is at the heart of the us to assemble graphically who has the more. However .29 percent have no access to identify and connect the least-connected discussion concerning net neutrality. e-commerce resources – who are the irms to broadband at any level.” schools. “Schools, health care, the public A lot has been written about the and businesses, and how we understand The National Telecommunications and safety network, libraries, agriculture – possible impact of the FCC’s eventual e-commerce,” said Halstead. Information Administration provided PCI we’re going to ind out where the gaps are decision, which is scheduled to happen Internet providers across the state with $6.5 million in funding from 2009- in broadband coverage,” Halstead said. at the end of this year or the beginning of such as Comcast provide Partnership of a 2014. Facing the end of that revenue stream, And as the debate continues on next. If the regulatory commission sides
12 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal Visualizing the State of Broadband with the private corporations, prices could go up for your Internet service, and certain streaming channels such as Netflix or Amazon may be slowed down or blocked. The increased prices could have serious financial implications for public entities such as libraries or schools. From the other point of view, businesses and private corporations see classifying the Internet as a public utility as the death of broadband investment. Comcast issued a statement saying it does not support the reclassification of broadband as a telecommunications service or public service. The company said doing so would create a huge cloud of uncertainty over the entire broadband industry, thereby retarding investment and innovation. More than a million people wrote to the FCC regarding net neutrality. Those comments will be taken into account as the decision draws closer. Meanwhile, the efforts to increase broadband accessibility to all continues. To ind out your broadband availability, or to learn more about the Partnership for a Connected Illinois, just go to broadbandillinois.org.
Ann Strahle is an assistant professor in the Communication Department at University of Illinois Spring ield, teaching courses such as Media Law and Ethics, News Reporting, Advertising and Interviewing. Prior to her position at UIS, she was a television and radio reporter and anchor for 16 years and taught at Indiana University’s School of Journalism.
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 13 SPECIAL SECTION: NONPROFITS
A view of the bridge.
Lincoln Memorial Garden: A place of solace By Roberta Codemo
Joel Horwedel readily admits that former employees. The garden features a Nature executive director Jim Matheis left some Center, six miles of interconnected trails big shoes to ill when he retired from and the Ostermeier Prairie Center. He Lincoln Memorial Garden and Nature would like to take a 10-acre agricultural Center. “He’s been really great,” said ield out of production and turn it into a Horwedel, who was hired as Matheis’ prairie heavy with forbs. replacement in the spring of 2013. “He It costs money. Current projected lets me pick his brain.” income and expenses are $242,000 Born and raised in Petersburg, and $377,000, respectively. The two Horwedel spent a lot of time at the garden major fundraisers are the annual Indian when he was young. He and his wife Summer Festival and Pancake Sausage moved back to this area in 2008. When this Breakfast, which bring in $45,000; and position became open, he threw his name the Foundation Board sends out its annual in the hat and everything worked out. letter around Thanksgiving to members “It’s an opportunity to lead a and previous donors that brings in conservation nature center,” said between $70,000 and $80,000. “We have Horwedel, whose love of nature came great supporters,” said Horwedel. early. “This is a great place,” he said. “I Five years ago, to commemorate don’t want to be remembered as the guy the garden’s 75th anniversary, a group that let the integrity of the garden down.” of individuals established the Acorn The garden hosts 6,000 schoolkids and Legacy Campaign to grow the garden’s between 12,000 and 15,000 visitors annually. endowment fund. More than $1 million has “It takes a lot of work to keep been pledged and the garden has received the garden looking like it does,” said more than half a million already. The Horwedel. He oversees the 110-acre interest from the endowment offsets the site with the help of two full-time staff, budget difference. Once the endowment two part-time gardeners and seasonal fund has been built up, Horwedel wants to 14 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal PHOTOS BY MARANDA POTTERF
create a rainy day fund that the garden can pull from in case of emergencies. The garden does not receive public taxpayer dollars. “It would be nice to get to a level where we’re not so dependent on constant fundraising,” said Horwedel. The garden was one of Jens Jensen’s last public projects. “There are so many neat things about the garden,” said Horwedel, who ranks Jensen among the top ive landscape architectural designers. “It’s the equivalent of the Dana-Thomas House.” For this reason, it’s important to manage it so it remains true to his vision. “It’s important to take care of what we have,” said Horwedel, who has a wish list of projects he would like to pursue, including constructing a larger nature center to accommodate more campers Joel Horwedel, executive director of Lincoln in the summer ecology program. The big Memorial Garden and Nature Center push is to eradicate invasive plant species. There are ive main invasive plant species in the garden, with the biggest being evening educational programs with bush honeysuckle. Invasive plant species Henson Robinson Zoo to get the garden’s reduce plant diversity, which is a unique name out there. part of the garden. Horwedel believes that places like Horwedel is also working to increase Lincoln Memorial Garden can provide membership and would love to see more an antidote to people’s tendency to get families join. There are approximately wrapped up in their own lives. “I love it 700 members and 150 active volunteers. when people come out and experience “A community this size can do better,” he nature,” said Horwedel. He feels it’s said. There is currently a push to get the important to connect with nature. “I have word out to the public. He doesn’t know a soft spot for it,” he said. how often he has heard people say “I had no idea this place was out here.” He wants Roberta Codemo is a full-time to partner with downtown Lincoln sites freelance writer. She can be reached and develop a series of family-oriented at [email protected]. Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 15 Sources: The Associations. MAJOR ASSOCIATIONS (Ranked by Numbers of Members)
ASSOCIATION NAME PHONE (-) ADDRESS FAX (=) YEAR CITY, STATE, ZIP WEBSITE (www.) MEMBERSHIP PRESIDENT MISSION EST’D
Illinois Education Association 217-544-0706 100 E. Edwards 217-544=7383 133,000 Cinda Klickna Committed to advancing the cause of public education 1853 1 Springfi eld, IL 62704 ieanea.org Illinois Federation of Teachers 217-544-8562 700 S. College 217-544=1729 103,000 Daniel J. Montgomery Improve public education and public services for Illinois students and citizens 1936 2 Springfi eld, IL 62704 ift-aft.org Illinois Association of REALTORS® 217-529-2600 Michael Oldenettel, As "The Voice for Real Estate in Illinois," IAR is the leading private property advocate in the state, 522 S. Fifth St. 217-529=3904 41,000 promoting legislation that safeguards and advances the interests of real property ownership; and 1916 CRS, GRI 3 Springfi eld, IL 62701 illinoisrealtor.org advocate for a healthy business environment and a professional resource for our member REALTORS® Illinois State Bar Association 217-525-1760 Promote the interests of the legal profession and improve the administration of justice, the quality 424 S. Second St. 217-525=0712 32,000 Paula Holderman 1877 of members’ professional lives, and their relations with the public 4 Springfi eld, IL 62701 isba.org
Illinois CPA Society 217-789-7914 524 S. Second St., Suite 504 217-789=7924 24,000 Todd Shapiro To enhance the value of the CPA profession 1903 5 Springfi eld, IL 62701 icpas.org
Illinois State Medical Society 217-528-5609 Represents and unifi es its physician members; represents the interests of member physicians; 600 S. Second St., Suite 200 217-525=3923 12,000 Steven Malkin, MD advocates for patients; promotes the doctor/patient relationship; the ethical practice of medicine; 1840 6 Springfi eld, IL 62704 isms.org the betterment of the public health
Illinois State Dental Society 217-525-1406 1010 S. Second St., P.O. Box 376 217-525=8872 6,600 Barry J. Howell, DDS Improve the dental health of the public, and represent the interests of the dental profession 1865 7 Springfi eld, IL 62704/62705 isds.org
Illinois Principals Association 217-525-1383 2940 Baker Drive 217-525=7264 4,400 Kevin Shelton To advance learning through effective educational leadership 1971 8 Springfi eld, IL 62703 ilprincipals.org Illinois Manufacturers’ Association 217-522-1240 Strengthen the economic, social, environmental and governmental conditions for manufacturing 220 E. Adams St. 217-522=2367 4,000 Gregory W. Baise 1893 and allied enterprises in Illinois 9 Springfi eld, IL 62701 ima-net.org AIA Illinois 217-522-2309 1 Old State Capitol Plaza N., Suite 300 217-522=5370 3,750 Brandy Koch To advocate a livable built environment by advancing the profession of architecture in Illinois 1946 10 Springfi eld, IL 62701 aiail.org Illinois Chamber of Commerce 217-522-5512 To aggressively advocate the interest of business to promote prosperity and opportunity for the 215 E. Adams St. 217-522=5518 3,200 Doug Whitley 1919 citizens of Illinois 11 Springfi eld, IL 62701 ilchamber.org Mid-West Truckers Association 217-525-0310 Representing the industry before federal, state and local governments, MTA seeks to promote the 2727 N. Dirksen Parkway 217-525=0342 3,100 Don Schaefer, Exec. VP 1961 economic and safe operation of trucks 12 Springfi eld, IL 62702 mid-westtruckers.com Illinois Nurses Association 217-523-0783 Improve health standards for all people, foster high standards for nursing and promote 911 S. Second St. 217-523=0838 3,000 Mary Bortolotti, RN 1901 professional development 13 Springfi eld, IL 62704 illinoisnurses.com Illinois Society of Professional Engineers 217-544-7424 Advance and promote the public welfare in connection with construction, environment, licensing, 100 E. Washington St. 217-528=6545 2,400 Claude "Bud" Hurley, PE 1886 public health and transportation 14 Springfi eld, IL 62701 illinoisengineer.com
Illinois Trial Lawyers Association 217-789-0755 Achieve high standards of professional ethics; uphold laws; secure and protect the rights of those 401 W. Edwards St. 217-789=0810 2,000 Steve Phillips 1952 injured in their persons or civil rights 15 Springfi eld, IL 62704 iltla.com
Home Builders Association of Illinois 217-753-3963 112 W. Edwards St. 217-670=1719 1,700 Bill Basic Serve as the voice of the housing and building industry in Illinois 1956 16 Springfi eld, IL 62704 hbai.org
16 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal GRANTS
director of The Parent Place, which helped Community Service Committee more than 7,000 clients last year. This year marks the organization’s 40th anniversary provides grants for local nonprofits of preventing child abuse through teaching positive parenting skills and techniques to By Roberta Codemo nurture the family. The organization received a $5,000 mediation grant from the Illinois Bar Two local nonprofits recently received grant room into a teen club. Between 50 and 70 Foundation, which is the charitable arm of the monies to help continue to fund the work they teens utilize the facility in a given week. “We Illinois State Bar Association. Established in do in the community. have more than we have space for,” said Legge. 1951, the foundation funds organizations that William Legge, executive director of the Planning has been underway for more provide direct legal representation, pro bono Boys and Girls Club of Central Illinois, was than a year. The first step was to create a space legal services and legal information. thrilled to receive a $15,815 grant from that made a difference to teens and got them The foundation awards 30 grants the Community Service Committee of the off the street. Legge envisioned a Starbucks- statewide annually, according to David Michael Capital Area Association of Realtors to create like modern environment with computers, Anderson, executive director. This is the third a space for teens to congregate, relax and a high-end audio system, storage space and year The Parent Place received a mediation socialize with their peers. “I’m humbled by the plenty of comfortable seating. grant and it is the only nonprofit organization selection,” he said. “The money will be used Construction has already started with an in Springfield to receive grant monies. entirely for capital improvements.” estimated completion date of Sept. 1. Prather “The Parent Place offers a unique service,” Bridgett Burke, executive PHOTO BY The 19-member volunteer committee each Tucker Associates, Inc. designed the space and said Anderson. “We thought it was a great director of The Parent Place MARANDA POTTERF nominates a nonprofit to support. “We look Lowe’s employees are donating their time and investment.” It helps families who can’t afford for an organization that has a special project labor to the project, along with several volunteer court-mandated mediation services. “They fill they need help with,” said Misty Buscher, vice and religious groups. The Bunn Corporation a niche,” he said. Circuit’s list of approved mediators. “We president of mortgage lending at Marine Bank, is doing the rewiring. “This frees up money for The foundation provides access to justice serve 14 counties,” said Burke. There are two who served as this year’s committee chair. equipment and supplies,” said Legge. services to people who otherwise cannot contractual mediators on staff. “We felt we would make the most impact “Teens vote with their feet,” continued afford to pay for an attorney. “We want to help “We have a great relationship with there,” said Buscher. The estimated cost of Legge. “It’s important to offer the programs our profession do some good,” said Anderson. the legal community,” said Burke. “We are the project was $12,000 which the committee and services they want. Teens want access Burke said the grant allows The Parent fortunate to have family court judges who believed it could raise, but they ended up with to technology and digital entertainment. Place to assist low-income families by offering truly are very compassionate.” much more than that. Otherwise you lose them.” family mediation services at significantly Burke said every little bit helps. “We The biggest fundraising event was trivia Future plans include developing a reduced fees or, in some cases, for free. would not be able to do this without the Bar night, which raised $12,441. Additional solid foundation of academic, social and Mediation teaches parents how to work Foundation,” she said. “We feel fortunate monies came from a golf outing, which athletic programs. “Kids don’t realize the together for the sake of the children. “It lets to receive it.” Without it, the organization brought in $510, and a holiday party, which opportunities they have,” said Legge. “Kids us put a parent plan in place,” she said. “We would not be able to offer the services it brought in $2,864. “We work hard to give from impoverished backgrounds aren’t spotlight the future and moving forward.” does to as many. back to the community,” said Buscher. “We hopeless. It’s important to show them the Parents are going to be in each other’s Burke said the number of families needing want people to know we care.” future available to them.” lives. “You have to learn to get along,” said help is increasing. “We definitely stay busy,” According to Legge, a quick Internet Legge said that teens are aware something Burke. “You have that connection.” she said. “We would not be able to serve as search shows that teen violence is on the rise is happening. “I’m looking forward to the big The Parent Place is the only nonprofit many as we do without their help.” in Sangamon County. “There really aren’t a lot reveal,” he said. organization providing family mediation of avenues for teens,” he said. “There’s always a struggle with getting services in the Seventh Judicial Circuit and Roberta Codemo can be reached at The club is converting a former locker funding,” said Bridgett Burke, executive was recently added to the Fourth Judicial [email protected].
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 17 PERSONALITY PROFILE
Pushing Chamber professionals toward new heights By Eric Woods
As a kid, Lisa Weitzel wanted to be a roles. It is all about helping Chamber achievement as the time when she began to ballerina, but admittedly that was never a professionals become more successful in see and achieve a life for herself. Today her realistic career path. Her first job was at a their jobs and grow in a leadership capacity.” life has become fulfilled by her family. “I am small grocery store while in high school. Weitzel believes in associations and that so proud of my husband and children. I am “I did a little bit of everything,” she said. success as a career relies on relationships. just so blessed,” she said. Lisa Weitzel “It was a great job, and I had a great boss. “It is not just meeting people, but making Lisa Weitzel and her family have lived in I learned a lot about serving customers.” connections with people,” she said. “If you Springfield for the past 24 years and love the Title: President, Illinois Association of Unfortunately the store was sold, and work hard, you will achieve the goals you area. “Everyone is somehow connected to Chamber of Commerce Executives Weitzel had to move on to a job at a shoe set for yourself.” The annual conference everyone else. They are so friendly,” she said. Address: 215 E. Adams Street, store that was not as pleasant. for IACCE will be in November, and Weitzel She does feel that sometimes it is difficult to Springfield, IL 62701 Weitzel has been with the Illinois hopes that all local Chamber members will build support for new ideas, but she does E-mail: [email protected] Association of Chamber of Commerce travel to Normal to attend. see improvement since the time she first Executives for three years, starting out as a One of Weitzel’s biggest concerns in moved here. “When we first came to town, Education: B.S. from Northern Illinois University part-time staff person. She knew early on, regards to the future is the availability of the restaurants were not what they were in Family: Husband – Carl; Children – Catherine though, that she wanted to be the president. career opportunities for her children. “Are Chicago. That has gotten much better in the and James The association helps chamber professionals there going to be any for my kids that are last 10 years.” by creating opportunities for growth and fulfilling and make them happy? I want a Weitzel has seen how the elimination Favorites – recognition. As of last March, IACCE separated good future for them,” she said. Weitzel of state jobs has hurt the city. “So many Hobby: Reading from the Illinois Chamber of Commerce and does foresee herself remaining where she is positions have been eliminated, and that Book: Pride and Prejudice by Jane Austin is now its own corporation with its own and being better at her job. She also thinks hurts the economy. You can see it downtown, Restaurant: Island Bay Yacht Club board of directors. “I am a one-woman shop. she will have more time to travel with her and it limits our marketability for people There is no other staff,” said Weitzel. Her husband. “Our children will be gone and to move here,” she said. “I am glad for the Tidbits – main responsibilities include supporting the it will be a new season on our own.” The growth of the larger employers. I want to see Plays violin executives and staff of the local Chambers in immediate future will include the wedding Springfield bring in more.” Freelance photographer Illinois. “I provide networking support, help of her daughter in September, and Weitzel is Would like to travel to Paris with her husband Chamber executives be better in their roles, very excited for that event. Eric Woods can be reached and create peer groups between different Growing up, Weitzel saw her greatest at [email protected].
18 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal PHILANTHROPY
New Donors Forum office helps area nonprofits By Teresa Paul
Micah Roderick has joined the Donors Forum cooperation among nonprofits, and fosters Roderick continued. “If you can help them to paid leadership, typically the executive as manager of network development at their strong management, leadership and make their everyday business run smoother director,” said Louise “Wegi” Ferry Stewart, new office location in Springfield at 205 governance through regular convening. It and efficiently, then it will actually help the president of the Community Foundation of South Fifth Street, Suite 920, in Springfield acts as a micro-grant program providing community.” Macon County. this summer. professional development, conferences, “To find grants for funding is not an easy Stewart said the Donors Forum has deep Donors Forum is a large organization and digital resources for information- thing. The Donors Forum has a library in resources and experience that nonprofit based in Chicago that serves as a resource sharing and support. Chicago but down here in Springfield you can and downstate organizations can learn to grant makers and nonprofit organizations “Up until eight years ago, it was the just make the phone call and you can speak and grow from. Stewart recently joined throughout Illinois as well as offering training Donors Forum of Chicago. They decided to to our library staff and they will help the the Donors Forum board of directors. The and guidance to nonprofits. go statewide and are now called the Donors nonprofit find funder prospects,” Roderick Community Foundation of Macon County The Lumpkin Family Foundation in Forum,” Roderick said. “Since there a number said. “We also have newsletters for our has been a Good Works Connect partner Mattoon began in 1953 to offer grants in east of not-for-profits in Springfield, this is a good members that have helpful information.” since its inception in 2009. central Illinois to those who qualified. location for us to start outside of Chicago.” Roderick had association management “Each year, through the Good Works Since 2007 the Lumpkin Family Roderick said the reason Donors Forum experience for six years with Frontline Connect partnership we are able to offer to Foundation has led an effort using in-person decided to open an office in Springfield and Association Management, a Springfield local and regional nonprofits opportunities and online convening to build stronger expand beyond Chicago is to work with the company. He has also served as policy advisor to develop their organizational and networks of nonprofit organizations in east community foundations east central Illinois. for senior citizen issues for the Illinois leadership capacity through educational central Illinois. The area includes Champaign, Springfield, Attorney General from 2000-2008. Roderick meetings that are facilitated by experts In March 2013, the Lumpkin Family Decatur, Mattoon and Effingham and such has been in Springfield for 14 years and has a and where best practices are shared Foundation partnered with University of foundations as the Community Foundation master’s degree in public administration. among peers,” Stewart said. “The micro- Illinois Springfield to lead the effort and for the Land of Lincoln, the Community Roderick was recognized by the grant program we administer for Good initiate the expansion in Illinois with Good Foundation of Macon County, the Community Springfield Business Journal as one “Forty Works Connect allows us to provide small Works Connect, described on its website Foundation of East Central Illinois and the under 40” in 2012 and is a leader in the Young grants for capacity building which most as “an online community space and virtual Southeastern Illinois Community Foundation. Philanthropist’s Group at the Community organizations have used for training staff resource center connecting the good work “The purpose is to coordinate and assist Foundation for the Land of Lincoln. and participating in national conferences that nonprofits do in Illinois.” As of Jan. 1, the community foundations in building “Good Works Connect convened in in their fields of interest and service.” Donors Forum took over management of capacity for the nonprofits in this area by Decatur with Donors Forum and the Good Works Connect, including the operation creating a stronger network,” Roderick said. Community Foundation of Macon County. The Teresa Paul is a personal lines account of www.goodworksconnect.org and all “What we have found, and studies have meeting included nonprofit leaders (staff and manager in the Taylorville office for Dansig network activities. The Lumpkin Family shown, is that if nonprofits work together volunteers) who are interested in learning Insurance. She can be reached at 217-565- Foundation continues on as a grant provider and work more efficiently, it helps the more about how to have a productive, effective 9535 or [email protected]. in east central Illinois. communities work better.” and appropriately balanced relationship Good Works Connect supports “There are limited resources for between the board of directors, specifically communication, collaboration, and nonprofits, especially in downstate Illinois,” the board chairman, and the organization’s
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 19 PERSONALITY PROFILE
A champion of the Springfield community By Eric Woods
John Stremsterfer is a proud booster for Stremsterfer is that not only does he share receiving the grants. “I deal with some really the city of Spring ield. Having lived here a birthday with President Obama, but they cool people,” he said. “It is exciting to see the his entire life, it just feels like home. “I had both worked at Baskin Robbins growing up. possibilities of where the grants may go.” good parents who had a good reputation,” Both are leaders as well, and Stremsterfer Stremsterfer encourages people he said. Stremsterfer’s wife is also from seemed destined for a leadership role early who wish for a career in not-for-pro it Spring ield, which made staying in town on, as he won a leadership award in eighth organizations to go for it. “It can be a very easier, even when some of his friends moved grade as voted by his peers. He has been ful illing career. Not-for-pro its are as away. “It is a good area to raise a family. I with the Community Foundation for nearly sophisticated as other sectors,” he said. “If John Stremsterfer have always liked it here. Others left, but I 12 years and also serves on the board of you listen to successful people like Warren stayed.” Stremsterfer does like to get away governors for the Citizens Club of Spring ield. Buffet, they say philanthropy is harder. The Title: President and CEO, Community on occasion. Growing up, his family would Stremsterfer is actively involved with the measurable are different.” Stremsterfer Foundation for the Land of Lincoln take frequent trips to a ishing resort in Alliance of Community Foundations as well. admits that it can be both rewarding and E-mail: [email protected] Minnesota. As an adult, he and the new The organization is a grant-making frustrating at the same time. members of his family also enjoy going resource for connecting local donors to As the organization looks to surpass the Education: B.A. in Political Science from Illinois when they can. causes that matter to them. “Donors set up $20 million mark in total assets, Stremsterfer College Stremsterfer has been working since a fund of their own design, and the proceeds remembers the early days when things Family: Wife – Trina; Children – Ileana, Dean, grade school. He began mowing lawns for go out in grants to where the donors want,” were just getting started. “That is a nice big and Cora his father, who had formed a neighborhood said Stremsterfer. Another important aspect number compared to under $1 million when lawn business. “He was a teacher, so this is estate planning. “People leave money I irst got here,” he said. “We are growing and Favorites – is something he did in the summer,” he when they are gone and tell us how to make will continue to get bigger.” Movie: Pulp Fiction said. “He handed the keys to me in seventh grants to the community.” Currently the Stremsterfer loves his job and does not Sports team: Chicago Cubs grade.” During these early working years, organization has a portfolio of around $20 think about retiring. “It is a joy to come here Song/Band: Beck Stremsterfer dreamt of growing up to be a million through 135 funds. The funds vary every day,” he said. “There are less than a professional baseball player. in size from a few thousand dollars to ones handful of days that were not good days in Tidbits – As a teenager, Stremsterfer worked worth more than $1 million. the of ice. I would do this forever.” Plays recreational basketball and loves to fish at Baskin Robbins, but it was short-lived. Looking ahead, Stremsterfer is excited to Wants to travel to Australia “Wearing a pink shirt and visor was not very see the projects eventually play out. He loves Eric Woods can be reached Was a fan of history in school cool,” he said. An interesting tidbit about watching the donors meet the people who are at [email protected].
20 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal PERSONALITY PROFILE
Managing and developing the future of those in need By Eric Woods
Bill Kienzle grew up on a dairy farm and at Club, and while in high school he served disabilities and primarily help single moms,” a young age, he intended to grow up to be a as president of the Galena FFA chapter, he said. Kienzle also owns some investment farmer. His father taught him about business even though he did not attend Galena High property that he will continue to manage, at an early age and instilled a responsibility School. “I was the only president to come and he feels that will keep him extremely to help people in a time of need. “He was a from a different school,” he said. As an adult, busy. He does hope to get out and travel Bill Kienzle ‘salt of the earth’ type of man,” said Kienzle. Kienzle was with United Cerebral Palsy in more. One vacation on which he would like Title: Development Director, In sixth grade Kienzle worked for a Rockford when the organization helped to venture is a trip on the Alaska Highway. Brother James Court farmer who paid him $6 per day. His first job to pilot the Child and Family Connections Keeping in touch with his large family, Address: 2508 St. James Rd., as a teenager was working at a golf course for agency. “It is a one-stop shop for early though, is the highest priority. “I want to be Springfield, Ill., 62707 the Branniger Corporation. The first month intervention programs.” able to visit my grandkids that are scattered Telephone: 217-747-5905 on the job was the worst, as he was basically If Kienzle could see into the future, he across the country.” E-mail: [email protected] doing jobs such as cleaning up cigarette butts. would like to know about the market trends. Bill Kienzle and his family currently live “Eventually they saw that they could use me “They have a huge effect on the role of in Chatham and love the area. “The climate is Education: Scales Mound High School, Galena on the golf course,” he said. development director as well as your personal great. We have all four seasons. Winter does Family: Wife – Lisa; Children – Jennifer, Erika, For the past three years, Kienzle has life in the investments you are making,” he not hang around too long,” he said. Kienzle Sara, Amanda, Reid, and Logan; three been the development director for Brother said. Kienzle would love to see the overall is happy to be close to bigger cities such grandchildren James Court. The organization began in future of the economy, as that can have a big as Chicago and St. Louis without having to 1975 and assists developmentally disabled impact on people’s charitable giving. actually live in the metro areas. “There are Favorites – men. Kienzle is in charge of creating the For those hoping to get into the not- big benefits to living here. There is no hard Hobby: Traveling fundraising events which help supplement for-profit industry, Kienzle feels that an commute. Everything is an easy drive.” Movie: Braveheart the income of the organization. He also education in business administration with According to Kienzle, there is a drag of Sports team: New Orleans Saints researches and writes grants and assists an emphasis on not-for-profit management state government on local areas. “So many with some of the family functions. “We may is important. “Nonprofits are big business. jobs here have been eliminated in state Tidbits – have people from 26 states all here at once,” As in any business, proper management of government or moved to Chicago with Serves as an ambassador for the Greater he said. “It is like a fun, old-fashioned family- the business is critical,” he said. previous administrations,” he said. “It is a Springfield Chamber of Commerce style picnic.” Kienzle loves what he is doing and plans drain on the Springfield economy.” Enjoys vegetable gardening Kienzle has been a very active to continue in the not-for-profit sector Loves watching local sporting events businessperson since grade school. Early even if he retires from his current job. “My Eric Woods can be reached on he was president of his county’s 4-H wife and I assist children or adults with at [email protected].
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 21 Sources: The individual Service Organizations.+ - Junior League of Springfi eld’s meeting location varies month to COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATIONS month, address listed is for their offi ce. * - Location of Altru- sa’s fi rst Tuesday dinner/speaker meetings vary. (Ranked by Numbers of Members)
ORGANIZATION NAME PHONE (-) MEETING LOCATION FAX (=) MEETING NUMBER OF MISSION YEAR ADDRESS OF MEETING WEBSITE (www.) / E-MAIL TIME(S) MEMBERS CONTACT DUES STATEMENT EST’D
Creating opportunities for independence for people American Business Club of Springfi eld (217) 553-1496 First & Third with disabilities. Help disabled individuals and Hilton Springfi eld, 29th Floor abcspringfi eld.com 200 Robert Witner $180/annually children achieve greatness. Charitable causes 1925 Thursdays, Noon 1 700 E. Adams St., Springfi eld, IL 62701 [email protected] include: UCP, SPARC, Boys & Girls Club, Boy Scouts, Girl Scouts, YMCA, and about 75 other local charities.
The Junior League of Springfi eld is an organization Junior League of Springfi eld $115/annually (217) 544-5557 Second Tuesday of women committed to promoting voluntarism, Varies + for Active, $95/ developing the potential of women and improving jlsil.org of the Month, 187 Kathryn Kleeman 1939 420 S. Sixth St., Springfi eld, IL 62701 annually for communities through the effective action and 2 [email protected] Sept. - May (Main offi ce) Sustainers leadership of trained volunteers. Its purpose is exclusively educational and charitable.
Rotary Club of Springfi eld (217) 566-4326 Mondays, Service Above Self - Ridgley School, Tutoring, Maldaner’s Restaurant (2nd Floor) springfi eldilrotary.org 88 David Stake $180/annually Real Rotarians Read, Family Service Center, 1913 5:30 pm 3 222 S. Sixth St., Springfi eld, IL 62701 [email protected] SPARC, Senior Center
(217) 965-5416 Springfi eld Noon Lions Club lionsclub.org $100/annually, Mary Bryant Home, Vision Clinic, Club Lions, Golden Corral Tuesdays, Noon 75 Phil Brooks 1920 springfi eldnoonlionsclub@ plus meals Heartland Lions Eye Bank 4 1038 Le June Drive, Springfi eld, IL 62703 gmail.com
Rotary Club of Springfi eld - South (217) 585-2470 $140/annually, Secret Recipes Catering rotarysouth-spi.org Thursdays, noon 36 Patricia McLaughlin Service Above Self - Youth Literacy and Health 1966 plus meals 5 3086 Normandy Rd, Springfi eld, IL 62703 [email protected]
Kiwanis Club of Springfi eld - Downtown (217) 793-3669 Wednesdays, $130/annually, Playground for All Kids at Southwind Park, Key Hilton Springfi eld, Highlander Room kiwanis.org 35 Paul Palazzolo Clubs in High Schools, Builders Clubs in Middle 1922 Noon plus meals 6 700 E. Adams St., Springfi eld, IL 62701 [email protected] Schools, Kiwanis Kids in Elementary Schools
SERTOMA = SERvice TO MAnkind. Areas of service: Sertoma Club of Springfi eld (217) 546-2782 First & Third $100/quarterly, annual "Celebrate Sound" walk for hearing health; Hilton Springfi eld www.sertoma.org 35 Cheryl Pence Boys & Girls Club; national heritage projects, 1954 Mondays, Noon includes meals 6 700 E. Adams St., Springfi eld, IL 62701 [email protected] Golden Laurel Awards, and a close relationship with Sister Cities Assn.
Springfi eld Jaycees (217) 836-5663 First & Third Civic Organization for Men Age 21-40. Jaycees Jaycees Activity Center springfi eldJaycees.org Thursdays, 35 David Pickett $50/annually Haunted House, Kids Fishing Clinic, Christmas 1939 6 2525 S. 12th St., Springfi eld, IL 62703 [email protected] 7:30 pm Parade, Crimestoppers, Capitol City Celebration
(217) 585-1580 Rotary Club of Springfi eld - Sunrise Service Above Self - Projects with Grant Middle rotarydistrict6460.org Wednesdays, School, Mathematics Camps, helping young people Hoogland Center for the Arts 30 Bill Wheelhouse $160/annually 1987 chris.berger@countryfi nancial. 7 am around the world, water wells in Cambodia, Rotary 7 420 S. Sixth St., Springfi eld, IL 62701 com Reader, "This I Believe"
(773) 803-8300 Rotary Club of Springfi eld - Midtown midtown.clubexpress.com Service Above Self - Partner with Washington Inn at 835 Tuesdays, Noon 29 Jonathon Monken $140/annually 2003 jonathonmonken@hotmail. Middle School 8 835 S. Second St., Springfi eld, IL 62704 com
Springfi eld Frontiers International (217) 787-9629 $150/annually, PYD (Positive Youth Development) - middle school Hilton Springfi eld, Manhattan Grille Room rrontiersspringfi eldclub.org Fridays, Noon 27 Leon Taylor 1953 plus meals age males, Jr. Frontiers (high school age males) 9 700 E. Adams St., Springfi eld, IL 62701 [email protected]
Altrusa International Club of Springfi eld, Altrusa International provides community Illinois (217) 529-2481 Third Tuesday, service, develops leadership, fosters international Laurel United Methodist Church altrusa.org 7 pm; First 25 Judi Nystrom $90/annually understanding and encourages fellowship by an 1948 10 631 South Grand Ave. W, Springfi eld, IL [email protected] Tuesday, 6pm* international network of executives and professionals 62704 in diverse career classifi cations
Second The Zonta Club of Springfi eld (217) 787-8680 Wednesday, $125/annually, Zonta International works to advance the status of Illini Country Club 23 Carol Borecky women worldwide through service and advocacy; 1939 zonta.org 5:30 pm, plus meals 11 1601 S. Illini Road, Springfi eld, IL 62704 local projects refl ect that mission August-June
Rotary Club of Springfi eld - Westside (217) 321-3204 Wednesdays, $155/quarterly, Service Above Self - focusing on children and Brickhouse Grill & Pub N/A 22 Jen Call 2008 Noon includes meals literacy and dental. 12 3136 Iles Ave., Springfi eld, IL 62704 [email protected]
Springfi eld Breakfast Optimist Club (217) 546-5021 $30/semi- Friend of Youth. By providing hope and positive Atonement Lutheran Church N/A Fridays, 7 am 19 Dick McLane 1960 annually vision, Optimists bring out the best in kids. 13 2800 W. Jefferson, Springfi eld, IL 62702 [email protected]
22 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 23 HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Sources: IRS Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax. Forms provided by Guidestar.org. + - Principal has changed since last Form 990, salary shown is from previous principal. N/A - Not Available. (Ranked by Net Assets)
PHONE (-) ORGANIZATION NAME FAX (=) REPORTED ANNUAL CALENDAR/ BASE MEETING LOCATION WEBSITE (www.) NET TOTAL TAX COMPENSATION YEAR ADDRESS OF MEETING EMAIL ASSETS REVENUE YEAR PRINCIPAL OF PRINCIPAL CATEGORY EST’D
Educational Institutions / Specialized Education The Hope Institute for Children 217-585-5437 Institutions/Schools for Visually or Hearing and Families 217-786=3356 7/1/2012 - Karen Foley, Impaired, Learning Disabled. Human Services $26,150,398 $39,508,335 $219,399 + 1957 15 East Hazel Dell Lane thehopeinstitute.us 6/30/2013 President / CEO / Developmentally Disabled Services/Centers. 1 [email protected] Health—General & Rehabilitative / Rehabilita- Springfi eld, IL 62712 tive Medical Services
Girl Scouts of Central Illinois Pam Kovacevich, 217-523-8159 10/1/2012 - 3020 Baker Drive 217-523=8321 $18,240,132 $8,280,636 Chief Executive $156,827 Youth Development 1956 9/30/2013 2 Springfi eld, IL 62703 girlscouts-gsci.org Offi cer
St. Joseph’s Home of Springfi eld 217-529-5596 Sister M. Lenore 217-529=8590 7/1/2012 - Human Services / 3306 S. Sixth St. Road $14,415,251 $6,568,063 Highland, $0 1948 saintjosephshome.org 6/30/2013 (Human Service Organizations) 3 Springfi eld, IL 62703 [email protected] Administrator Family Guidance Centers 217-544-9858 Larry Kroll, Ph.D., at Triangle Center 7/1/2011 - Mental Health, Crisis Intervention / (Alcohol, 217-544=0223 $14,262,742 $18,714,630 Chief Executive $283,788 Drug Abuse (Treatment Only)) 1969 4 120 N. 11th St. trianglecenter.org 6/30/2012 Springfi eld, IL 62703 Offi cer
YMCA of Springfi eld 217-544-9846 1/1/2012 - Human Services/Recreation, Sport, Leisure, PO Box 155 217-544=0004 $11,865,015 $5,195,040 Angie Sowle, CEO $102,900 + Athletics/Physical Fitness/Community 1874 12/31/2012 5 Springfi eld, IL 62705 springfi eldymca.org Recreational Facilities
Central Counties Health Centers, Inc. 217-788-2300 217-788=2340 7/1/2012 - Heather Burton, Medical and Dental Care; Accepts Medicaid and 2239 E. Cook St. $7,028,173 $6,756,102 $169,120 + 1999 centralcounties.org 6/30/2013 President and CEO Medicare, discount available for uninsured 6 Springfi eld, IL 62703 [email protected]
Brother James Court 217-544-4876 217-747=5971 7/1/2012 - Ron Wampler, Health—General & Rehabilitative / 2508 Saint James Road $5,473,800 $4,612,534 $73,555 1975 brotherjamescourt.com 6/30/2013 Administrator Residential Facility 7 Springfi eld, IL 62707 [email protected]
Central Illinois Foodbank 217-522-4022 217-522=6418 6/1/2012 - Pam Molitoris, Agriculture, Food, Nutrition / Food Service, Free 1937 E. Cook $4,742,556 $17,010,690 $88,888 Food Distribution Programs. Agriculture, Food, 1982 centralilfoodbank.org 5/31/2013 Executive Director Nutrition / Food Banks, Food Pantries 8 Springfi eld, IL 62703 [email protected]
Ronald McDonald House Charities 217-528-3314 of Central Illinois 217-528=6084 1/1/2012 - Kelly Thompson, Human Services / Human Service $4,356,167 $1,025,963 $79,200 1986 9 610 N. Seventh St. rmhc-centralillinois.org 12/31/12 Executive Director Organizations Springfi eld, IL 62702 [email protected]
Abraham Lincoln Council, Inc., Boy Scouts 217-529-2727 Daniel A. O’Brien, of America 217-529=5786 1/1/2012 - $3,709,933 $1,173,549 Scout Executive $118,644 Youth Development 1920 10 5231 Sixth St. Road alincolnbsa.org 12/31/12 Springfi eld, IL 62703 [email protected] and CEO
Land of Lincoln Goodwill Industries, Inc. 217-789-0400 217-391-7624 7/1/2012 - Sharon Durbin, Chief Human Services / Human Service 1220 Outer Park Drive $3,081,042 $25,952,324 $126,738 1938 llgi.org 6/30/2013 Executive Offi cer Organizations 11 Springfi eld, IL 62704 [email protected]
United Cerebral Palsy of the Land 217-525-6522 of Lincoln 217-525=9017 7/1/2012 - Brenda L. Yarnell, Disease, Disorders, Medical Disciplines / (Birth $2,668,653 $5,919,905 $107,875 1968 12 130 N. 16th St. ucpll.org 6/30/2013 Ph.D., President Defects) Springfi eld, IL 62703 [email protected]
Midwest Mission Distribution Center 217-483-7911 217-483=7981 1/1/2013 - Pat Wright, Executive Public Safety, Disaster Preparedness and Relief 1022 New City Road $2,581,108 $675,719 $41,500 1999 midwestmissiondc.org 12/31/2013 Director / (Disaster Preparedness and Relief Services) 13 Chatham, IL 62629 offi [email protected]
Fifth Street Renaissance 217-544-5040 7/1/2012 - Penny Harris, Community Improvement, Capacity Building PO Box 5181 217-544=5045 $1,823,221 $1,675,587 $78,750 / (Community, Neighborhood Development, 1979 6/30/2013 Executive Director 14 Springfi eld, IL 62705 fsr_sara.org Improvement)
Senior Services of Central Illinois Inc. 217-528-4035 10/1/2012 - Karen Schainker, 701 W. Mason St. 217-528=4537 $1,759,570 $2,691,640 $57,104 Agriculture, Food, Nutrition / (Food Service, 1976 9/30/2013 Executive Director Free Food Distribution Programs) 15 Springfi eld, IL 62702 ssoci.org
Animal Protective League of Springfi eld 217-544-7387 and Sangamon County 217-525=5896 1/1/2012 - Deana Corbin, Animal related / (Animal Protection and $1,742,668 $1,490,578 N/A Welfare (includes Humane Societies 1954 16 1001 E. Taintor Road apl-shelter.org 12/31/2012 Executive Director and SPCAs)) Springfi eld, IL 62702 [email protected]
Jewish Federation of Springfi eld, Illinois 217-787-7223 Philanthropy, Voluntarism, and Grantmaking 217-787=7470 1/1/2012 - Josephine Datz, / (Fund Raising Organizations That Cross Cate- 1045 Outer Park Drive, Suite 320 $1,479,625 $375,562 $61,063 1941 shalomspringfi eld.org 12/31/12 Executive Director gories includes Community Funds/Trusts and 17 Springfi eld, IL 62704 sjf@shalomspringfi eld.org Federated Giving Programs) e.g. United Way) Sojourn Shelter & Services, Inc. 217-726-5100 7/1/2012 - Angela Bertoni, Chief 1800 Westchester Blvd. 217-726=8664 $1,246,030 $1,029,971 $84,353 Human Services / Order of Protection Services 1975 6/30/2013 Executive Offi cer (Family Violence Shelters and Services) 18 Springfi eld, IL 62704 sojournshelter.org
Sparc 217-793-2100 217-793=2127 7/1/2012 - Human Services / (Developmentally Disabled 232 Bruns Lane $1,190,693 $8,732,737 Carlissa Puckett, CEO $108,703 + 1951 spfl dsparc.org 6/30/2013 Services/Centers) 19 Springfi eld, IL 62702 [email protected]
M.E.R.C.Y. Communities, Inc. 217-753-1358 217-753=1360 7/1/2012 - Debra Stonikas, 1344 N. Fifth St. $1,070,608 $709,691 $85,833 Human Services / Homeless Services/Centers 1999 mercycommunities.org 6/30/2013 Executive Director 20 Springfi eld, IL 62702 [email protected]
24 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal HEALTH & HUMAN SERVICE NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS Sources: IRS Form 990, Return of Organization Exempt From Income Tax. Forms provided by Guidestar.org. + - Principal has changed since last Form 990, salary shown is from previous principal. N/A - Not Available. (Ranked by Net Assets)
PHONE (-) ORGANIZATION NAME FAX (=) REPORTED ANNUAL CALENDAR/ BASE MEETING LOCATION WEBSITE (www.) NET TOTAL TAX COMPENSATION YEAR ADDRESS OF MEETING EMAIL ASSETS REVENUE YEAR PRINCIPAL OF PRINCIPAL CATEGORY EST’D
Habitat for Humanity 217-523-2710 of Sangamon County 7/1/2012 - Colleen Stone, 217-523=2790 $1,024,500 $1,658,791 $66,149 + Housing, Shelter / (Housing Development, 1987 21 1514 W. Jefferson St. habitatsangamon.com 6/30/2013 Executive Director Construction, Management) Springfi eld, IL 62702 [email protected] Springfi eld Urban League, Inc. 217-789-0830 7/1/2012 - Nina Harris, Chief 100 N. 11th St. 217-789=9838 $1,024,237 $12,739,340 $179,118 Human Services 1959 6/30/2013 Executive Offi cer 22 Springfi eld, IL 62703 springfi eldul.org Contact Ministries 217-753-3939 1/1/2012 - Cindy Drum, PO Box 1828 217-753=8643 $852,166 $535,401 $70,025 Religion, Spiritual Development / 1979 6/30/2013 Executive Director (Protestant) 23 Springfi eld, IL 62705 contactministries.com
Area Agency on Aging for Lincolnland Inc. 217-787-9234 10/1/2012 - Julie Hubbard, 3100 Montvale Drive $636,336 $4,079,444 $76,085 Human Services / (Senior Centers/Services) 1978 aginglinc.org 9/30/2013 Executive Director 24 Springfi eld, IL 62704
Springfi eld Center for Independent Living Inc. 7/1/2012 - Pete Roberts, 217-523-2587 $634,029 $773,998 $71,083 Human Services / (Developmentally 1985 25 330 South Grand Ave. West 6/30/2013 Executive Director Disabled Services/Centers) Springfi eld, IL 62704
Mini O’Beirne Crisis Nursery 7/1/2012 - Karen Cox, 1011 N. Seventh St. 217-525-6800 $593,816 $466,353 $64,854 Crime, Legal Related / (Child Abuse, 1988 miniobeirne.org 6/30/2013 Executive Director Prevention of) 26 Springfi eld, IL 62702
The Parent Place 7/1/2012 - Bridgett Burke, 314 South Grand Ave. West 217-753-8730 $501,554 $263,884 N/A Human Services / (Family Services) 1979 6/30/2013 Executive Director 27 Springfi eld, IL 62704
Family Service Center Erin James of Sangamon County 217-528-8406 7/1/2012 - $462,628 $1,069,415 Predmore, $57,902 Human Services / (Family Services) 1954 28 730 E. Vine St. service2families.com 6/30/2013 Springfi eld, IL 62703 Executive Director
Helping Hands of Springfi eld Inc. 7/1/2012 - Rod Lane, 930 S. 11th St. 217-744-0470 $448,800 $564,087 $50,924 + Housing, Shelter / (Temporary Shelter 1990 helpinghandsofspringfi eld.org 6/30/2013 Executive Director for the Homeless) 29 Springfi eld, IL 62703
Community Child Care Connection Inc. 217-525-2805 7/1/2012 - Tiffany Simmons, 919 S. Spring $425,981 $1,661,319 $67,045 Human Services / (Child Day Care) 1994 cccconnect.org 6/30/2013 Executive Director 30 Springfi eld, IL 62704
Youth Service Bureau 217-529-8300 7/1/2012 - Kathleen M. Wright, Mental Health, Crisis Intervention / (Group 2901 Normandy Road $384,691 $1,098,299 $87,967 Home, Residential Treatment Facility - 1977 ysbi.com 6/30/2013 Executive Director 31 Springfi eld, IL 62703 Mental Health Related)
Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Illinois Capital Region, Inc. 217-753-1216 Lisa Rakey, $322,526 $636,276 N/A $90,384 + Youth Development 1972 32 928 S. Spring bbbscapitalregion.org Executive Director Springfi eld, IL 62704
Camp Care A Lot 217-546-4777 Eydee Schultz, Recreation, Sports, Leisure, Athletics / 7 Apache Drive $318,740 $73,686 N/A $23,284 (Recreational and Sporting Camps (Day, 1994 campcarealot.org Executive Director 33 Springfi eld, IL 62707 Overnight, etc.))
Prairie Center Against Sexual Assault 7/1/2012 - Catherine M. Walters, 3 West Old State Capitol Plaza, Ste. 206 217-744-2560 $189,005 $558,010 $67,170 Mental Health, Crisis Intervention / 1978 prairiecasa.org 6/30/2013 Executive Director (Rape Victim Services) 34 Springfi eld, IL 62701
NAMI Illinois, Inc. 217-522-1403 7/1/2012 - Lora Thomas, 218 W. Lawrence il.nami.org $186,667 $374,837 $66,560 Mental Health, Crisis Intervention / 1984 6/30/2013 Executive Director Alliance/Advocacy Organizations 35 Springfi eld, IL 62704 [email protected]
Inner City Mission Inc. 1/1/2012 - Scott Payne, 714 N. Seventh St. 217-525-3940 $147,677 $576,220 N/A Religion, Spiritual Development / 1984 innercitymission.net 12/31/2012 Executive Director (Christian) 36 Springfi eld, IL 62702
Rutledge Youth Foundation Inc. 7/1/2012 - Martin Michelson, 534 W. Miller St. 217-525-7757 $116,405 $1,372,842 $82,456 Youth Development / (Fund Raising and/or 1953 rutledgeyouthfoundation.com 6/30/2013 Executive Director Fund Distribution) 37 Springfi eld, IL 62702
Coalition of Citizens with Disabilities Ruth Burgess in Illinois 7/1/2012 - 217-522-7016 $91,322 $225,105 Thompson, Executive $43,082 Human Services / (Services to Promote the 1998 38 300 E. Monroe St., Ste. 100 ccdionline.org 6/30/2013 Independence of Specifi c Populations) Springfi eld, IL 62701 Director
Computer Banc 1/1/2013 - David Fowler, 1023 E. Washington St. 217-528-9506 $29,015 $51,638 $22,590 Educational Institutions / (Educational 1999 computerbanc.info 6/30/2013 Executive Director Services and Schools - Other) 39 Springfi eld, IL 62703
Springfi eld Community Federation 7/1/2012 - Julius Simmons, Jr., Community Improvement, Capacity 501 S. 13th St. 217-557-0045 $21,689 $247,527 $51,923 Building / (Community Service Clubs 1997 6/30/2013 Executive Director 40 Springfi eld, IL 62703 (Kiwanis, Lions, Jaycees, etc.))
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 25 SPECIAL SECTION: AUTOMOTIVE
Giuffre sells Volvo dealership to Isringhausen By Mary Beth Stephens
Recently, the Sables family, owners of the Isringhausen has long been dedicated to Guiffre dealership on Dirksen Parkway, its downtown location on Jefferson Street, sold their Volvo franchise to Isringhausen including purchasing the block south of Imports, located on West Jefferson. their original location and the block west. According to Geoff Isringhausen, “The Volvo Those expansions will allow Isringhausen to brand complements the other high- quality make the necessary changes to the building European car lines we currently carry. on the south side of Jefferson to meet Volvo’s We like Volvo’s history of vehicle safety design criteria. Each brand comes with and longevity. Adding the brand gives our certain showroom design qualities for their customers another choice.” dealers. “Volvo has its design palette and Purchasing the Volvo franchise from the criteria, but they are giving us time to bring Sables family completed the circle begun in in an architect and develop the plans even 1997, when Isringhausen sold the franchise though the new Volvos have already been to the Sables family, with Isringhausen moved in,” Isringhausen said. Imports acquiring the Mercedes-Benz Isringhausen Imports advertises franchise at that time. both locally and nationally, and Geoff While the Sables family was not Isringhausen said they would employ the available for comment for this article, in same marketing strategy for the Volvo brand a story on the sale in the State Journal- as for their other brands. “We can use, for Register, Roger Sables said he was proud example, a Mercedes-Benz ad template and of their ownership of the Mercedes-Benz add our own dealership information. We and Volvo dealerships over the years, and also run our own Isringhausen Imports ads; considered that the sale would open up I see us using that same strategy for Volvo.” new opportunities for his dealership. The work force at Isringhausen did not Geoff Isringhausen PHOTOS BY MARANDA POTTERF
26 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal increase signi icantly with the purchase. “We brought in a technician from Guiffre and Scott Sables has joined our sales force. We increased our total staff by four,” Isringhausen explained. “We also advanced some people from within our company to ful ill both sales and service needs of current and future Volvo owners.” As with their other brands, Isringhausen will provide loaner Volvos to Volvo owners when their car needs service. “We will have several loaner Volvos available on site, and it is always better to schedule their use ahead of time,” Isringhausen explained. “We’re doing quality pre-owned sales and service,” Sables said. “This creates a lot of new opportunities for us.”
Mary Beth Stephens is a freelance writer in Spring ield and the Spring ield High School boys swim coach. She can be reached at 494-2613 or [email protected] Isringhausen Imports has recently reacquired Volvo from Guiffre.
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 27 AUTOMOTIVE Sharing cars with Zipcars By Ginny Lee
Zipcar bills itself as a car-sharing enterprise. The company was founded in 1999 in Massachusetts, marketing itself to cool, urban hipsters looking to share rides rather than own cars. Zipcars are certainly more prevalent in larger cities, but two can be found in Spring ield in the parking lot between the St. Nicholas Hotel and the Amtrak station downtown. A silver Mazda 3 hatchback and a red Ford Focus hatchback sit in their very own parking spaces marked by green Zipcar signs. There is no Zipcar agent, but the cars can be reserved online at zipcar.com. The application fee is $25 and annual fee is $50. Members can reserve cars by the hour or the day – $8.50/hr. and $69/day Monday through Thursday, and $9.50/ hr. and $77/day Friday through Sunday. The reservation includes insurance, gas and 180 miles per day, with a 45 cent per extra mile charge. Members are expected to return the car with a quarter tank of gas (which is paid for using a Zipcar gas card, included with membership) and in good condition. All Zipcars have automatic transmissions. The website explains how the rentals work. After applying for membership, you receive a “Zipcard” in the mail in three to seven days. This Zipcard opens the car, and ignition keys are located under the dashboard. A gas card is located above the visor, and gas is paid for by Zipcar, according to the website. “Wizards make it happen,” a millennial beams in the online tutorial. And of course there is a Zipcard app for your smart phone. The company’s slogan is “Wheels when you want them,” and by reserving online, you avoid standing in line at a rental counter. To be eligible you have to be 21 years old and have had a valid driver’s license for a year with good driving history. Zipcar offers roadside assistance in the rental agreement, but smoking is not allowed in their cars. Zipcar came to Spring ield in 2011 as part of their Zipcar for Government contract with the State of Illinois, according to C.J. Himberg of Zipcar’s national of ice. The cars are intended for state employees traveling from Chicago or other parts of the state to the Capital City, as well as anyone else. Zipcars provide the state with cost-effective and sustainable transportation, Himberg said. In Spring ield the Zipcar seems handy for someone living downtown who doesn’t own a car or for visitors coming to town via Amtrak. However, if visitors need a car for more than a few hours, they may do better renting a vehicle from Enterprise Rent-a-Car, just two blocks further west on W. Jefferson. A compact car like a Mazda or Focus rents for $45/ day with $100 deposit at Enterprise.
Ginny Lee is a regular contributor to the Spring ield Business Journal as a writer and photographer.
28 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal Sources: The Illinois Statewide Dealer Summary provided by the Illinois Auto Dealers Association (IADA) / Illinois Secretary of State for the period specifi ed. + New Vehicle sales number refl ects AUTOMOBILE DEALERS Crossroads Ford Truck Sales only. NA - Not Available. (Ranked by New Car Sales in Illinois: Jan. 1 - July 31, 2014)
DEALER NAME PHONE (-) NEW VEHICLE STREET ADDRESS FAX (=) SALES NEW VEHICLES FULL-TIME GENERAL YEAR CITY/ST/ ZIP WEBSITE (www.) (Jan. 1-July 31, 2014) SOLD EMPLOYEES OWNER MANAGER EST’D
Green Hyundai 217-718-3026 1200 S. Dirksen Parkway 217-717=9145 1,363 Hyundai 83 Todd Green Mike Quimby 1985 1 Springfi eld, IL 62702 greenfamilystores.com
Green Toyota Volkswagen Audi Scion 217-698-3100 Toyota, Volkswagen, Audi, 1983 - Toyota, 3901 W. Wabash Ave. 217-717=9146 740 70 Todd Green Mylas Copeland Scion 1985 - Audi 2 Springfi eld, IL 62711 greenfamilystores.com
Landmark Ford Inc. 217-862-5200 William T. Grant, Jr., 2401 Prairie Crossing Drive 217-862=5328 745 Ford 85 Sean B. Grant 1974 Sean B. Grant 3 Springfi eld, IL 62711 landmarkauto.com
Green Dodge Kia Mitsubishi Subaru 217-522-1222 Dodge, Kia, Mitsubishi, 3801 W. Wabash Ave. 217-953=4074 735 55 Todd Green Josh Wagoner 2006 Subaru 4 Springfi eld, IL 62711 greenfamilystores.com
Friendly Chevrolet Inc. 217-547-0700 2540 Prairie Crossing Drive 217-698=8401 614 Chevrolet 65 Susan Langheim Bill Lynch 1965 5 Springfi eld, IL 62711 friendlychevroletspringfi eld.com
Landmark Chrysler Jeep Fiat 217-862-5300 William T. Grant, Jr., 2331 Prairie Crossing Drive 217-862=5312 527 Chrysler, Jeep, Fiat 40 Sean B. Grant 1980 Sean B. Grant 6 Springfi eld, IL 62711 landmarkauto.com
Green Nissan 217-787-7620 4801 W. Wabash Ave. 217-717=9981 442 Nissan 46 Todd Green Josh Wagoner 2011 7 Springfi eld, IL 62711 greenfamilystores.com
Isringhausen Imports 217-528-2277 BMW, Mercedes Benz, Geoff Isringhausen, 229 E. Jefferson St. 217-528=8146 358 64 Geoff Isringhausen 1981 Porsche, Volvo Susan Isringhausen 8 Springfi eld, IL 62701 isringhausen.com
Honda of Illinois 217-547-0750 2500 Prairie Crossing Drive 217-546=8403 324 Honda 33 Susan Langheim Steve Belcher 1979 9 Springfi eld, IL 62711 hondaofi llinois.net
S & K Buick - GMC, Inc. 217-544-0771 1400 S. Dirksen Parkway 217-544=2956 284 Buick, GMC Trucks 50 Kevin Kallister Tony Kapp 1992 10 Springfi eld, IL 62703 skbuick.com
Landmark Cadillac 217-793-6050 William T. Grant, Jr., 2360 Prairie Crossing Drive 217-726=5093 110 Cadillac 28 Sean B. Grant 2006 Sean B. Grant 11 Springfi eld, IL 62711 landmarkcadillac.com
Crossroads Ford Truck Sales, Inc. / 217-528-0770 Crossroads Truck Solutions 217-528=2039 67 Ford 45 John Hogan Dan Hogan 1981 3401 Clear Lake Ave. 12 crossroadford.com Springfi eld, IL 62707
Green Lincoln Mazda 217-391-2400 3760 S. Sixth St. 217-717=4442 N/A Lincoln, Mazda 41 Todd Green Tim Nice 2005 13 Springfi eld, IL 62703 greenfamilystores.com
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 29 AUTOMOTIVE
Robert’s Automotive thrives on the west side By Ginny Lee
Robert’s Automotive opened for business in he began working as a mechanic at Giuffre its new building at the junction of Wabash Buick. He moved to Isringhausen Imports Avenue and Archer Elevator Road in June in 1985, where he worked for eight years. 2013. “Moving out to the west side of In 1993 he started his own luxury Spring ield is the best thing that’s happened vehicle dealership and service business. to us,” owner Robert “Dr. Bob” Wilbern said. After operating his business out of an old Local architectural irm Evans Lloyd Shell station at First and Ash streets, and designed the 9,800-square-foot building, then a former Amoco station at 1900 S. which has a modern industrial look. The Sixth St., he is more than pleased to have spacious front of ice/showroom is 2,000 a beautiful, modern building in a highly square feet, which includes an inviting waiting visible location. room for clients. The service area is state-of- Readers may remember the dustup in the-art with ive car lifts, one alignment rack, 2011 when Robert’s Automotive wanted two open bays and two wash bays. to open a used Mercedes-Benz sales and Dr. Bob has been a mechanic in service operation on the Esquire Theater Spring ield for the past 42 years. In 1973 property on S. MacArthur. The MacArthur
Robert Wilbern’s three sons are employed at Robert’s Automotive. From left to right, Rob, Brian, Mike, Dr. Bob, and new Chief Operating Officer Andria Sapp.
30 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal Boulevard Association and neighborhood manager. Youngest son Brian, who came residents opposed having a car dealer/ on board in 2009, is sales manager. Kristen service operation there, and the city Wilbern, Mike’s wife, created the waiting council vetoed the proposition. area. A daughter, Christina, also worked at “You couldn’t even have paid for the the business before moving to Florida to MacArthur Boulevard publicity,” Dr. Bob work for Disney. said. Being out west on “car row” has Andria Sapp was hired in June to been a boon for the business too. be chief operating of icer. “Rob put the “We have over three acres here,” structure in place for future growth,” Dr. Bob said of the Wabash location, Sapp said. “We are growing in both sales including substantial green space and service. I’ve been brought in to not behind the building. “We planned for only manage our current operations but expansion when we moved out here.” also to prepare for future growth. Robert’s inventory consists of pre-owned “As Wabash expands, we anticipate Porsches, Audis and BMWs, as well as more traf ic in the store,” Sapp said. “Our Mercedes-Benz automobiles. An average westside location caters to the west side of 60 vehicles are on the lot. neighborhoods as well as Chatham.” Dr. Bob’s three sons are actively involved Brian credits his dad’s longstanding in the business, so Robert’s Automotive will good reputation for increasing sales and be around long after Dr. Bob, 61, decides service. “Our customers who weren’t fans to retire. Oldest son Rob, who has a long of our move out here still came with us background in public accounting, joined because of dad, Mike and me,” he said. the business in 2013 and serves as chief “They know the family. Most of them inancial of icer. Mike, who his dad says is even feel like family. Dad has spent years a natural-born mechanic, began working earning the trust of his customers, and I for the irm in 2001 and is now general think trust is the most important thing when we are talking about our vehicles.” Dr. Bob is in charge of quality control in the service department. He uses a stethoscope to listen to and diagnose engine sounds. And he test drives cars after they’ve been serviced to make sure they’re operating to his satisfaction. “I’ve had some customers for 25 years,” Dr. Bob said. “My long-term customers are now bringing in their kids.” The company averages 50 to 60 new customers per month, according to Sapp. At their previous location on S. Sixth St., Robert’s sold 120 cars a year, Dr. Bob said. At the new facility they sell 500 a year. The business does sales and service for domestic cars as well as imports. Robert’s Automotive will host a Customer Appreciation Party Thursday, Sept. 25, to celebrate the irst year in their new building and also Dr. Bob’s birthday. “We want to be one of the largest independent service and sales facilities in central Illinois,” Dr. Bob said. With a sound organizational structure, a beautiful facility and growing customer base, Robert’s Automotive is set to achieve that goal.
Ginny Lee is a regular contributor PHOTOS BY GINNY LEE to the Spring ield Business Journal as a writer and photographer.
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 31 PERSONALITY PROFILE
Providing a wealth of knowledge By Eric Woods
Andrew Paoni is an almost-lifelong resident 2007. Seven years later, he made partner the market is going to be,” he said. “We do a of Spring ield. While he did live brie ly in the irm. Making partner is among lot of planning here.” in Edwardsville, the majority of his life Paoni’s greatest achievements. He is also Paoni learned the bene its of hard work Andrew Paoni has been spent in the state capital. “I have proud to have passed level two of the CFA early in life. “If you work hard and put in the made a lot of friends here and know a lot of exam. Growing up, he was just happy to work, you tend to do well,” he said. In his Title: Director of Wealth Management & people,” he said. “It really is a small town.” have fun and be a kid. “There was nothing industry, hard work is a necessity in order to Investment Strategy, Sikich Financial Growing up, Paoni idolized his father and extraordinary then,” he said. succeed. Finding a mentor is very important. wanted to be just like him. “He was in small Sikich provides accounting, audit and tax “It is tough to get started. Meet with people Telephone: 217-862-1843 business administration, and I wanted to do services to both individuals and businesses in the ield and ind out what you are getting E-mail: [email protected] what he did,” he said. The irst (and worst) in central Illinois. Paoni handles inancial yourself into. You will discover what you like job Paoni ever had was detasseling corn planning and asset management. “I work and dislike.” Paoni also believes that helping Education: MBA from Southern Illinois University- in his early teenage years. Much like other with the clients and help get their inancial people achieve their goals will eventually Edwardsville Spring ield natives with the same early life planning in order,” he said. “I see where they help the giver attain their goals. Family: Wife – Alayna; Children – Dominic experience, he said corn detasseling was not are now and where they could be in 5-10 Paoni loves his job and how much the and Gwyneth a fun time. “It was hot and nasty. I would get years.” Sikich employs roughly 90 people in company continues to grow. He does not up at 5 a.m. to get on a bus and get dropped Spring ield. think much about retirement. “I will retire Favorites – off at a hot corn ield.” Business has been good at Sikich, when I am not having fun anymore,” he said. Author: C.S. Lewis Over time, Paoni would settle into a according to Paoni, especially this summer. “I will probably still volunteer somewhere.” Restaurant: Cunnetos (St. Louis) path that would get him into the business “It is usually slower this time of year,” he If Paoni could see an improvement Sports team: Chicago Bulls world. He attained his bachelor’s degree said. “When the market goes up and down is in Spring ield, it would be with the city’s in business administration from the when people tend to be a little more scared infrastructure. “City planning is a big issue,” Tidbits – University of Illinois Spring ield before and have more questions.” he said. “There are a lot of sewers and drains Avid vegetable gardener moving on to earn his MBA from Southern Although Paoni enjoys learning about that are aging and need replaced.” Has been to Italy but wants to see more of Europe Illinois University in Edwardsville. His the future as it happens, in his business he Favorite class in school was Economics education would eventually lead him to admits that a little knowledge would not be Eric Woods can be reached Sikich where he took a position in January a bad thing. “It would be nice to know where at [email protected].
32 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal FINANCE
Can money buy happiness? By Sarah Delano Pavlik
We all want to make money. That’s why we You can’t save if you spend more than the industrialist who made his fortune read the Spring ield Business Journal – to you earn. No matter how much you earn, in oil. In 1957 he was named by Forbes help us make more money. But do we ever you can always spend more. One example magazine as the richest living American. Baltimore Colts quarterback and sports legend stop to think about why, and once we make is Sharon Tirabassi. In 2004 she was a When his 16-year-old grandson was Johnny Unitas fi led for bankruptcy in 1991. all this money, what are we supposed to do single mother living on welfare. Then she kidnapped in 1973, he refused to pay the with it? won over 10 million Canadian dollars in the $17 million ransom. Only after receiving We have all heard that money can’t buy Canadian lottery. As reported in Business his grandson’s ear in the mail did he agree happiness (but I think most of us would like Insider, she spent her winnings on a big to pay $2.2 million. to research that for ourselves). Of course house, cars, clothes, parties, trips, handouts The inal use for money is to give it there are examples everywhere. Celebrities to family and loans to friends. In less than a away. It may not always appear to be so, and other wealthy people get divorced, decade she is back riding the bus, working but the desire to help others is fundamental commit suicide and get arrested for crimes part-time, and living in a rented house. to our human nature. Across time and just like everyone else (maybe more so). The Professional athletes are also good continents, we have been told to be stories of lottery winners going bankrupt, examples of overspending. According to charitable. Confucius de ined one of the becoming alienated from friends and family munknee.com, “78 percent of NFL players, hallmarks of an exemplary person as being and even being murdered are numerous. 60 percent of NBA players and a very large “generous in taking care of people.” The So, what’s the right answer? According percentage of MLB players (four times that Book of Proverbs in the Old Testament says, to inancial consultant Denise Hughes, of the average U.S. citizen) ile bankruptcy “Charity begins at home, but should not end there are four things we should do with our within ive years of retirement.” Johnny there.” Alexander the Great said, “In faith money: earn, save, spend and give. Likewise, Unitas (NFL), Sheryl Swoopes (WNBA), and hope the world will disagree, but all Dave Ramsey’s three principles are save, Dorothy Hamill (ice skater), Lawrence Taylor mankind’s concern is charity.” The Koran spend and give. (NFL), Michael Vick (NFL) and Stef i Graf says, “You will not attain righteousness till Earning is pretty obvious. Ill-gotten (tennis) have all iled for bankruptcy. In their you spend in charity of the things you love.” gains will not lead to happiness. They defense, most of them lost money on terrible Horace Mann said, “Doing nothing for Hetty Green, nicknamed “The Witch of Wall Street,” may lead to prison, lawsuits or other investments, but they also spent a lot of it. others is the undoing of ourselves.” Martin was known for her extreme miserliness. (National negative consequences. Hard work brings Just as with spending, however, you can Luther King, Jr. said, “Life’s most persistent Magazine, September 1905) satisfaction and money. I don’t think I need go overboard on saving. How can money and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing to give you examples of people who don’t buy happiness if you won’t spend any of for others?’” work and have nothing to show for it. it? We all know the stories of Scrooge and Your reasons for giving may be religious, Saving is also pretty obvious, but very the Grinch, but you may not know of Hetty moral or otherwise, but giving will improve dif icult for many Americans. According to Green and J. Paul Getty. your life as well as the lives of others. The Economist, Americans saved just over Hetty Green lived from 1834 to 1916 and Abraham Lincoln put it well, “To ease 8 percent of their income in 1959, close to was known as the “witch of Wall Street.” She another’s heartache is to forget one’s own.” 12 percent in 1971 and down to just over inherited $7.5 million dollars and through Dave Ramsey says, “Giving liberates the 2 percent in 2013. This is not a percentage investing turned it into $200 million soul of the giver. Whether through a tithe, of gross income. Rather, it is a percentage (equivalent to more than $4 billion today). charitable contribution or gift to a friend in of disposable net income – the income you Despite her great wealth, she would not pay need, give away at least some of your money. have left over after you pay your taxes. for heat or hot water and wore her clothes Not only does it generate good feelings, but So, how much should you save? Two of until they actually fell apart. Hetty had two it generates contentment.” Dave Ramsey’s baby steps to inancial peace children. When her son Ned broke his leg, If you want to be charitable but don’t are having $1,000 in an emergency fund and she took him to the free medical clinic for know where to start, look through the rest three to six months’ expenses in a saving the poor. Probably due to her refusal to pay of this month’s issue. You’ll ind information account. Those are your minimum goals. for proper medical care, Ned’s leg had to on several nonpro its in our community. After these funds are in place, you will need be amputated. She was equally stingy with Maybe one will be right for you. to determine other savings goals – a down herself, refusing to have a hernia operation J. Paul Getty was once the richest man in America, payment on a house, a new car, college, because it cost $150. Sarah Delano Pavlik is an but refused to pay a ransom for his grandson until retirement, etc. You’ve probably heard of J. Paul Getty, attorney from Spring ield. he received his ear in the mail.
Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 33 RESTAURANT REVIEW
Lunch fare at The Brewhaus includes Turkey Panini with salad, Brewhaus Burger with fries, and Pork Tenderloin with salad.
Brewhaus: Back on the block By Thomas C. Pavlik, Jr.
I had very important clients coming in too hot, and with just the right amount of this month from St. Louis and a looming grease. It was a good start. lunch review deadline. Although my editor For our entrées we selected the gave me a green light for several different Jerk Grilled Chicken Sandwich ($7), the locations, time was tight and we had to Blackened Chicken Caesar Salad ($8), stay downtown – so Brewhaus was the and the Brewhaus Burger ($8, with fried collective decision. You’ve got to like clients egg $9). Sandwiches and burgers come who are into bar food. with your choice of fries, cole slaw or a Local Chef Sean Keeley, formerly of small green salad. Other items that caught Ross Isaac, is behind the resurrection of our eye included the Cubano ($8, local Brewhaus’ lunch menu. It’s a limited menu Berkshire ham and pork shoulder, grilled comprised of soups and salads, sandwiches on a hoagie with mustard, pickle and and burgers. Swiss) and the Croque Madame ($8, local When my clients and I irst walked in Berkshire ham grilled on sourdough with the door we were greeted with the smell Swiss, dijon and a fried egg). of stale beer, reminding us that Brewhaus The Caesar Salad was, perhaps, a is primarily a bar. Although it appears to bit on the small side for the price but have undergone an interior deep cleaning, was reported to have lavorful, moist, I guess some things are hard to get rid of. grilled chicken. My guest observed that We got to Brewhaus around 11:30 a.m. the dressing had a bit of a twist and was to ind it almost empty. Very few diners obviously homemade. He was impressed. came in while we were there. Perhaps So, too, was my guest who ordered the Jerk it’s because Brewhaus doesn’t appear to Chicken – particularly with the Walker’s have a functioning website or an updated Wood jerk seasoning and the Siracha mayo. Facebook page. Guys – get on it. And, for He opined that it was on the higher end of that matter, please submit your menu to the grilled chicken sandwich spectrum. capitalcitymenus.com. I, on the other hand, was somewhat All of that being said, my clients and less impressed with my burger. Our server I knew that it’s the food that counts. This assured me that the burger would be might not be the place for an upscale cooked medium rare. Unfortunately, I never business lunch. However, for a more had a chance to really taste the local, prime casual lunch with friends and coworkers, ground, Angus beef from Bunn Gourmet Brewhaus should it the bill. because my burger came out just shy of a We opted to start with a cup of the hockey puck. It was a shame, as the burger chili ($3, tavern style, “made from scratch was well sized and came with perfectly daily”). We all agreed that Brewhaus used cooked bacon. Had it been cooked to order above-average quality meat – it was a as requested, I’ve no doubt that this would nice touch. Flavor was well balanced, not have been a good burger. Fortunately,
34 | September 2014 | Spring ield Business Journal PHOTOS BY GINNY LEE
Address: 617 East Washington Street Atmosphere: ★★★ (think bar) Spring ield Service: ★★★★ Phone: 217-525-6399 Food: ★★★★ Hours: Monday – Friday Price: ★★★★ 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. Suitability for business lunch: ★★★ Wheelchair Access: Yes OVERALL: 4 Credit Cards: Yes
Sean Keeley fires up some shrimp for shrimp tacos.
however, the generous portion of fries was Despite the one stumble, Brewhaus has spot-on. something going on. I hope it gains some Like the fries, service was also traction and, perhaps, even brings back its excellent. Our server was exceedingly breakfast menu. I’ll be back. friendly without being too familiar. In short, we were well attended to without Thomas C.Pavlik, Jr. is an being hovered over. attorney from Spring ield. Spring ield Business Journal | September 2014 | 35 MEDICAL NEWS
LLCC surgical technology program gathering for survivors of traumatic burn waiting to be seen and the length of wait Sept. 21, at 4550 W. Iles Ave. The biathlon receives national recognition injuries. The group is open to anyone time estimated at each of three ExpressCare is a noncompetitive event that features a The surgical technology program at who has been affected by burn injuries, locations in Spring ield. The app also 20-kilometer bike ride and a 5-kilometer Lincoln Land Community College has including friends and family members. “This provides the nearest facility, estimated run. Women can choose to participate in received the annual merit award from the group provides camaraderie, educational driving distance and times, direct-dial the entire event or select the relay option, National Board of Surgical Technology and discussions and peer support with a focus access to call, hours of operation, and advice in which one woman completes the bike Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) for achieving on optimal burn survival and positive long- on which health care facility to visit for portion of the event and her partner a 100 percent pass rate on the Certi ied term outcomes,” said Thereasa Abrams, a different medical conditions. “LRS helped inishes the run. The event begins at 9 a.m. Surgical Technologist (CST) examination over research assistant professor with Southern us achieve our goal to give patients all the at Memorial SportsCare, which is also the the past year. This is the irst year the LLCC Illinois University School of Medicine’s important details they need to save time home of the Gus and Flora Kerasotes YMCA, program, which began in 2012, was eligible Institute for Plastic Surgery and coordinator and make their visits go as smoothly as at the intersection of West Iles Avenue and to be recognized. “Accreditation standards of the support group. “We want people to possible” says Travis Dowell, vice president Archer Elevator Road. A community health require that 70 percent of students pass the learn how others have made the journey of Memorial Health System. “We also wanted and fun fair featuring free health screenings exam on the irst attempt, and the national toward healing, both physically and to expand the reach of the app to be more will be held during and after the biathlon pass rate is 69.8 percent, so we are quite emotionally.” All survivors are welcome to widely available to smartphone users on Registration is limited to the irst 500 women pleased with our 100 percent pass rate,” attend, even if they were treated at another both the Android and iOS platforms.” LRS who sign up. Women can register online at said Janice Lovekamp, director of the LLCC facility. For more information about the Web Solutions builds custom websites Active.com and type “Memorial SportsCare surgical technology program. Graduates support group, call 217-545-8129. and web-based applications that allow Women’s Biathlon” in the search ield. If you obtaining national certi ication as a surgical businesses to address speci ic objectives are participating in the relay, you and your technologist demonstrate, by examination, through integrated functionality, like partner must register separately. The biathlon understanding of the basic competencies for Interactive health care app developed database development, ecommerce, content has been sanctioned by USA Triathlon, the safe patient care in the operating room. The by local company management systems, secure members-only sanctioning authority for more than 2,000 CST is widely recognized as the foremost LRS Web Solutions of Spring ield has areas and mobile apps. Their web-based diverse events ranging from grass-roots to credential for surgical technologists in the developed an app for Memorial Health solutions improve business operations, high-pro ile races nationwide. SportsCare’s nation and is required for employment in System to make it more convenient to both for external visitors to interact with biathlon is a noncompetitive event for many health care organizations. choose a medical facility in the area. a website and for internal staff to work central Illinois women regardless of whether Available since September 2012 for more ef iciently. The Memorial ExpressCare they have experience in participating in an the iPhone, the Memorial ExpressCare WaitTimes app is available for download organized athletic event, said Stacy Curtis, Burn survivor support group offers WaitTimes app has recently been released free of charge. Visit Google Play or the Apple SportsCare’s senior physical therapist and peer support for use on Android phones. The popular app Store for more information. the biathlon’s co-director. “It’s geared to be a A burn survivors’ support group, was launched to help patients and families starter event for women who want a healthy Survivors Helping Survivors, will hold its select the best ExpressCare location to visit lifestyle.” Volunteers are also needed on the monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Thursday, Aug. for non-emergency medical treatment. Memorial SportsCare to hold seventh day of the event to help at the inish line and 21, in the Baylis Medical Building, 747 N. Memorial Health System worked with LRS annual women’s biathlon with timing, course monitoring, cleanup, Rutledge St., Spring ield. SIU HealthCare and Web Solutions to develop the app, which Memorial’s SportsCare will hold its and drink and aid stations. Volunteers can Memorial Medical Center host the monthly indicates how many people are currently seventh annual women’s biathlon on Sunday, register at MemorialSportsCare.com.
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Contributors Karl Marx Penn Jillette PHOTO BY MICHAEL WILLEMS Winston Churchill LIBRARY OF CONGRESS Roberta Codemo Tom Pavlik Terry Farmer Maranda Potterf Ginny Lee Mary Beth Preparing the stories for this issue’s liberty as its primary value, and poor and suffering people is compassion. Stephens Teresa Paul nonpro it section got me thinking about socialism – which believes in equality Voting for our government to use guns Sarah Delano Ann Strahle different philosophies of giving. None of above all else – have more in common to give money to help poor and suffering Pavlik Eric Woods the good organizations covered in these than proponents of either would prefer people is immoral self-righteous bullying pages suggest that they can or would to think. The Achilles’ heel of both laziness.” Production Designer like to do the work of government seems, sadly, to be in a fatal disregard of Jillette’s thesis seems to be that David Hine social services. Rather, they augment the power of basic human sel ishness. being forced by law to support social ads@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com government services. Donor-funded It seems clear to me that Karl programs through the payment of agencies often work in partnership with Marx’s projected utopia, wherein compulsory taxes should be replaced Editorial Designer taxpayer-funded agencies. However, each individual is entirely ful illed with – as opposed to augmented by – Diane Lyddon both left-wing socialists and right- and de ined by their circumscribed overt acts of voluntary charity. However, ads@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com wing libertarians seem to feel that this place in the labor force, represents a even a society whose wealthy citizenry should be either/or, not both. fairly grave misreading of human – somehow uniformly shared Jillette’s Business Manager It has long seemed to me that heck, even animal – nature. The ideal implicit generosity would be hard- Brenda Matheis libertarianism – which holds individual here disregards the demonstrably pressed to adequately help the overall brenda@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com hierarchical nature of day-to-day life population of poor and suffering people as a primate. It might be a great via philanthropy alone. Administrative Assistant thing if we could somehow, People tend to be a bit more Irma Wallace irma@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com as a species, transcend the sel ish than that. Just as humans tendency toward hierarchy under socialism naturally form into Advertising and status-seeking, but hierarchies of various sorts regardless James Bengfort unfortunately these things of the imposition of “equality,” I fear james@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com seem to be hardwired that folks given the option of either Beth Parkes-Irwin into all human social keeping all of their money or spreading beth@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com relations. the wealth will often choose the former. Tia Schoen At the other end Winston Churchill once famously tia@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com of the spectrum, described the still-current, tax- Nan Bulli libertarians believe that supported model of democracy as “the nan@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com all taxation is theft. worst system of government except for Teri Hill Many libertarians all the others.” Until a system comes teri@spring ieldbusinessjournal.com take this to the along which doesn’t either enforce a
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