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Annual Report 2015 Welcome NORTHALSTEDBUSINESS ALLIANCE ANNUAL REPORT 2015 WELCOME Dear Members, Over the past two years, having assumed the presidency, I have had the pleasure of watching our active board transform itself into an effective, policy driven and member focused steward of our Alliance. I, personally have been a member of Northalsted, since 1998, however, it was only after I was able to have the energy and time required to be a purposeful board member, that I joined the board four years ago. My goal from the outset, was to be able to create a transformational impact on the organization. As such, the board has made this change, by recruiting excellent staff, developing strategic goals for the next few years, and holding ourselves accountable for achieving these goals. The goals are based on four strategic initiatives: Thought Leadership; Member Resources; Organizational Vitality and Market Identity. Thought Leadership kicks off this initiative by the the newly formed partnership with the Legacy Project, to ensure that this neighborhood maintains it's diversity and vibrancy, by honoring our history and emboldening our future. Member Resources have enabled us to, recruit new membership, provide useful resources for members, marketing our members, ensure security and increase member visibility and participation in our events. Organizational Vitality ensures that we run profitable neighborhood events. In 2015 we had extremely successful events such as Frost Fest, Pride Fest, Market Days, the Halloween Parade. These events and others, that have yet to be named for 2016 and 2017, allow us the ability to hire excellent staff and ensure that we can give back as much as possible to our members. Market Identity, ensures that we will have the 'look and feel' of our street that we can all be proud of, with increased screetscaping and identifying and enticing the best types of businesses for our neighborhood. I am extremely passionate about what we do at the Alliance as I live here and run my business here, so I have a vested interest to ensure our success. Finally, I would like to thank our extremely competent board of directors and excellent staff, who all work tirelessly and passionately for all our members. Best regards, Ramesh Ariyanayakam President, Northalsted Business Alliance Dear Members, As we reflect on the past year, we do so with great pride and with the understanding that there is considerable work yet to be done. In this Annual Report, we celebrate each of you, members of the Northalsted Business Alliance, who in ways small and large help to make Boystown and our neighborhood a vibrant place to live. As you peruse this report, we hope that you will look back on this past year as a member and be Proud. Indeed, our goal remains quite clear --- to build upon the legacy of our Street, to help all of our members be successful and to create a neighborhood that is inviting to residents, tourists and the broader LGBTQ community throughout the region and the nation. One of the brightest moments in this year happened recently, as we signed an historic agreement with The Legacy Project. This collaboration allows both organizations to further the aims of their individual missions, while joining together to further our shared commitment to the neighborhood. We anticipate that this collaboration will involve many of our members. Already we’ve had several tour groups come to visit the Legacy Walk and in doing so enjoy lunch at a member restaurant, shop at one of our distinctive retailers and partake in some delicious libations at a member bar. As we look ahead to the goals of this collaboration, we have a clear path that is both informed and guided by the boards of both organizations and by you, our members. We’ve heard resoundingly about your desire to have more foot traffic on the street, to increase daytime activity, for their to be more options for lunch and finally for the neighborhood to have more diversification in our offerings. We believe that this is a first step in that process. Moreover, we believe that working together will help us to achieve all of those aims and many, many more. A plan is only as successful as it is conceived and implemented. For the former, I thank the committed volunteers who serve on the NBA’s Board and their forward-thinking and forward-looking approach to this work. On the latter, I give my appreciation to the exemplary professionals on the NBA staff who work throughout the year to ensure that every member’s voice is heard equally. Finally, to each of you, I hope that you’ve seen increased value in your membership over this past year. I trust that each of you has been contacted in some manner by Dustin, Chad, Eric or myself be it a simple check-in, an opportunity to partner, or simply to get resources that impact your business. At the end of the day, we remain ready and delighted to help each of you to be IN & PROUD. Christopher Barrett Politan Executive Director, Northalsted Business Alliance TABLE OF CONTENTS PAGE 4 FROST FEST 2016 PAGE 5 PRIDE FEST 2015 PAGE 6 MARKET DAYS 2015 PAGE 7 HALLOWEEN 2015 PAGE 8 MEMBER EVENTS PAGE 9 STRATEGIC PLAN PAGE 10 NBA BOARD + STAFF PAGE 11 SSA WORK | COMMISSIONERS PAGE 12 SSA FINANCIALS PAGE 13 FAÇADE REBATE PAGE 14 LEGACY PROJECT PAGE 15 MEMBER MESSAGE PAGE 16 MEMBER LISTING PAGE 17 SSA LISTING PAGE 18 SOCIAL MEDIA + PROUD PURCHASE PROGRAM NORTHALSTEDBUSINESS ALLIANCE FROST FEST 2016 In its third year, Frost Fest was bigger than ever before. Kicking off the weekend of activities with the Craft Beer Festival, which saw over 2,000 attendees. Over 20 member businesses participated in the Craft Beer Festival creating promotions and lending a helping hand. Partnering with the Lakeview East Chamber of Commerce, the Soup Walk grew to include 13 member businesses. We saw a record number of participants, from seniors, to out-of-town families enjoying delicious soups from the neighborhood. PRIDE FEST 2015 No one celebrates Pride better than Northalsted! A pivotal part of the community, Chicago Pride Fest was celebrated by thousands on June 20th and 21st. Helping to celebrate our achievements, the 2015 headliners included Big Freedia, Estelle, and St. Lucia. Thank you to all of our member businesses who helped us to #KeepPrideProud! MARKET DAYS 2015 Northalsted Market Days was filled with excitement in its 34th year. Headlining the Midwest’s largest street festival, Salt ‘n’ Pepa, En Vogue and Jack & Jack played to packed crowds on Halsted. Over 40 member businesses participated in the festival, which drew over 180,000 attendees. HALLOWEEN 2015 Despite the weather, the Northalsted Halloween Parade drew hundreds of revelers to be a part of the day’s activities. Attendees were able to share their favorite costumes on social media and see them cast on the big screen at Roscoe and Halsted. With the help of our partners at Triangle Neighbors, Family Fun Fest saw great family programming including a magician and Miss Foozie! MEMBER EVENTS Member Events are just one of the many perks of being part of the NBA. From Holiday parties at Halsted’s to Lunch & Learns at DS Tequila Co., we are always looking for ways to help our members connect and build relationships with other businesses. Annual Meeting Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club graciously hosted our Annual Meeting in 2015. After a night of elections, speeches from our President Ramesh Ariyanayakam and Executive Director Christopher Barrett Politan, and the presentation of the 2015 Strategic Plan, Rupaul’s Drag Race contestant Gia Gunn caps off the night with a live show for our members- only on Northalsted. Lunch & Learn Public Relations specialist Jen Gordon, presents at our spring Lunch & Learn at DS Tequila Co. With over 25 businesses in attendance, members were treated to lunch while learning the ins and outs of media consulting, social media etiquette and crisis management. Holiday Party Char Schoenbach of Allstate Insurance and Edward Gisiger of Kit Kat Lounge & Supper Club lean in for a photo at our Holiday Party hosted at Halsted’s Bar & Grill. Members were treated to light fare and an open bar to celebrate a wonderful year of community and commerce. STRATEGIC PLAN NBA BOARD + STAFF Board Staff Ramesh Ariyanayakam Christopher Barrett Politan President Executive Director Sean Kotwa Dustin Erikstrup Vice - President Director of Special Events Nirmalpal Sachdev Chad Honeycutt Treasurer Director of External Affairs Mark Zipperer Victor Salvo Secretary Program Director Paul Cannella Eric Santiago Mickey Hornick Operations Manager Chris Howard Dr. Andrew Knecht Len Mayersky David Sikora Stu Zirin SSA WORK + COMMISSIONERS COMMISSION SSA MEMBERS WORK JAMES LUDWIG ECONOMIC AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT President Research and development of a district wide real estate database Roscoe’s conducted by PLACE Consulting which will allow us to better market vacant spaces. Ability to provide business educational programs including the Business Image Lunch & Learn workshop and the Safe Dining NICHOLAS COCALIS certification programs. Horizon Cafe FAÇADE IMPROVEMENT DAVID GASSMAN Façade improvement rebates issued to businesses that enhance the DLG Management charm of the overall district. KEARBY KAISER LANDSCAPING Drummond Advisors Contracted landscaping services provided by Clarence David’s, which included four seasonal landscaping rotations within the large planters along Halsted Street and in the hanging baskets along Broadway, as well TIMOTHY KLUMP as maintenance of trees within the district. Dexter Lock & Key PUBLIC WAY AESTHETICS RANDY SHINGLEDECKER Contracted daily sidewalk litter and trash removal services provided by RS Interior Design Cleanstreet, which included graffiti removal and removal of posters/flyers throughout the district. Care for the 20 rainbow pylons CINDY RUDMAN along Halsted Street including ongoing professional washing, painting, NoteworthyNotes electrical, and lighting repairs needed to keep these iconic neighborhood elements in peak condition.
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