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Jan 23
2020 Illinois Tax Filing Season Begins Monday, January 27
THE FASTEST WAY TO RECEIVE A REFUND IS TO FILE ELECTRONICALLY AND REQUEST DIRECT DEPOSIT The Illinois Department of Revenue (IDOR) will begin accepting 2019 state individual income tax returns on Monday, January 27, the same date that the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) begins accepting federal individual income tax returns. If a taxpayer electronically files an error free return, they should receive a direct deposit refund within four weeks. Last year, IDOR saw a 2.5% increase in the number of electronic
Jan 22District Receives Grant to Support Agricultural Programs
Central Community Unit School District will soon expand CHS FFA offerings – with the help of a Grant from Compeer Financial. Recently, the District received the MORE for Agriculture Grant, a funding program that recognizes leaders and innovators in agriculture education. “This grant provides Central Community Unit School District with additional resources to continue to expand the knowledge of agriculture for students across our region” said Esther Mongan, Assistant Superintendent for Curriculum and
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Jan 20Body Composition Analysis Offers Weight Loss Monitoring, Fitness Tracking
New year, new fitness goals. To help gain a better understanding of overall health and fitness, Fox Valley Orthopedics now offers Body Composition Analysis by DEXA as a tool for assessing weight, nutrition, exercise, and rehabilitation. In one DEXA scan, body composition percentage, bone density, muscle balance, and visceral and mass fat distribution can be determined. A Body Composition Scan can also be useful in determining how much fat surrounds an organ; a pre-indicator for Type 2 Diabetes. A
Jan 15Council approves chamber contract
The Elgin City Council has renewed its contract with Elgin Area Chamber’s Economic Development Group for another three years, increasing the fee paid annually to $300,000. The group, known as the EDG, is a public-private branch of the chamber that works directly with the city to help bring new businesses to Elgin. They’ve been paid $275,000 annually for the past 10 years. “We’re excited to contribute to what we believe is a world-class relationship that delivers world-class results not only for the
Jan 13Middleby Acquires RAM Fry Dispensers
Middleby Acquires RAM Fry Dispensers Elgin Ill. (January 13, 2020) – The Middleby Corporation (NASDAQ: MIDD) today announced the acquisition of RAM Fry Dispensers, a business unit of Automated Equipment LLC based in Red Wing, Minn. RAM is an industry leader in automated frozen fry dispensing equipment. “The addition of RAM enhances our restaurant automation portfolio. In the current market, operators are in need of solutions to address labor costs and availability. As an innovation leader, the RAM
Jan 09What the W-4 is that? Answers to Your Questions about the New W-4
By Michael Wong – SmithAmundsen LLC – www.salawus.com Following the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, which made major changes affecting taxpayer withholding, the IRS announced it would be redesigning Form W-4. The new W-4 has officially been released, creating confusion and questions (at the time of this article the new federal 2020 W-4 can be found on the IRS website). First and foremost, employers do NOT need to get all employees to sign a new W-4. According to IRS Publication 15, employers are to remind
Jan 09ADAM ZIEGLER NAMED NEW PRESIDENT OF ZIEGLER'S ACE HARDWARE
ADAM ZIEGLER NAMED NEW PRESIDENT OF ZIEGLER'S ACE HARDWAREDavid Ziegler to remain Chief Executive Officer while son Adam leads strategic planning and day-to-day operationsELGIN, IL- Ziegler’s Ace Hardware, founded in 1930 with the purchase of Meehan's Hardware in Elgin, Illinois, announced today the promotion of Adam Ziegler to company President. Effective January 1, 2020, Ziegler will be responsible for leading day-to-day operations and strategy for the 90-year old hardware chain, which now includes nine
Jan 07News Release: EYSO Hosts Ninth Annual Faculty Recital
Elgin, IL (January 5, 2020) – Elgin Youth Symphony Orchestra (EYSO) kicked off the second semester of its 2019-20 season today with its 9th Annual EYSO Faculty Recital. While originally intended as a way for students and parents to see their conductors in action, the recital has grown to become an EYSO tradition and a unique opportunity for students and families interested in considering the EYSO experience."The joy and enthusiasm shared by our staff members through this recital is infectious and a great
Jan 06New Downloadable Assistant Helps Small Businesses WIthhold the Right Amount of Income Tax
New Downloadable Assistant Helps Small Businesses WIthhold the Right Amount of Income Tax The Internal Revenue Service has launched a new online assistant designed to help employers, especially small businesses, easily determine the right amount of federal income tax to withhold from their workers' pay. Known as the Income Tax Withholding Assistant for Employers, this new spreadsheet-based tool is designed to help employers easily transition to the redesigned withholding system (no longer based on
Jan 06Elgin Appoints Interim Fire Chief
Assistant Fire Chief Robert Cagann Appointed Interim Chief Effective ImmediatelyElgin, IL – City Manager Rick Kozal announces that Assistant Fire Chief Robert Cagann will serve as interim fire chief, effective immediately. Cagann will serve as the interim chief until a selection is made for the chief position. Cagann will now be responsible for leading the department of 133 fire and emergency personnel at seven fire stations within the 38 square miles of Elgin and with an annual operating budget
Jan 06Winter Harvest for the Homeless
Please support PADS of Elgin this year during our Winter Harvest for the Homeless "Stars Dance" Gala on February 1, 2020 from 5:30-10:00 PM at The Stonegate Conference and Banquet Centre, 2401 W. Higgins Road in Hoffman Estates. Join us for delicious food, games, silent and live auction items and exciting live entertainment as local "stars" dance to raise funds for our organization. Tickets are $100 per person and sponsorships are also available. For more information, please contact our office at
Jan 03The Elgin Theatre Company continues its 2019-2020 season with its production of Suite Surrender.
It's 1942, and two of Hollywood’s biggest divas have descended upon the luxurious Palm Beach Royale Hotel at the same time. They each arrive sporting their own personal assistants, luggage, and a highly rumored legendary personal feud between the two of them. Everything seems to be in order for their wartime performance for the troops but mayhem begins when we find they are both assigned to the same suite. What makes it even better is that the entire staff of the hotel is positioned to make sure that
Jan 02Fox Valley Orthopedics Welcomes Pain Management Specialist
Fox Valley Orthopedics is pleased to welcome Dr. Ryan Unger to their team of physicians. Dr. Unger is a board-certified pain management specialist who is immediately accepting new patients. Dr. Unger received his Doctor of Medicine from Northeast Ohio Medical University, Rootstown, OH, and completed his residency from Loyola University Medical Center, Chicago. He has research experience from the Cleveland Clinic Foundation and Loyola University Medical Center, and has published several papers on various
Jan 01Welcome New Chamber Members!
Welcome to these new Chamber members in January! Culver's of Elgin Ross Thomas 1175 N. McLean Boulevard Elgin IL 60123 OPENING SOON!!www.culvers.com Food & Beverages/Restaurants H.B. Fuller Lesandro Gonzalez 1575 Executive Drive Elgin IL 60123 (847) 841-7002www.hbfuller.com Industrial/Adhesive – Manufacturer Innerspire, Inc Nate Lindquist 164 Division Street, Suite 406 Elgin IL 60120 (904) 385-9017www.TheMinimalistCEO.com Business Services/Consulting Rosenfeld Injury Lawyers,
Dec 30The Elgin Symphony Orchestra kicks off 2020 with the classics: Mozart and the Beatles
Elgin, Illinois (December 18th, 2019)– Pianist William Wolfram joins the Elgin Symphony Orchestra to give audiences a glimpse into the brilliance of Mozart January 11th - 13th, with a special performance by conductor Andrew Grams from the concertmaster chair. Following Magnificent Mozart, world-class vocalists Jeans ‘n Classics join the ESO to perform the works of more current musical legends with Abbey Road: the Beatles on January 24th and 25th. Magnificent Mozart Friday, Jan. 10th @ 7:30 PM - Prairie
Dec 17Call for Speakers - 2020 Leadership and Educational Symposium with Elgin Area and St. Charles Chambers of Commerce
2020 Leadership and Educational SymposiumCall for Speakers The 2nd Annual "Leadership and Educational Symposium" will be held the morning of April 29, 2020 at Elgin Community College. Last year’s Symposium served over seventy (70) participants; we expect to more than double that in 2020 by having both the St. Charles and Elgin Area Chambers of Commerce co-host the event. In addition to breakfast, networking and a keynote address, the symposium will offer workshop opportunities that will address identified
Dec 13Kane County Examines Traffic Flow on Randall Road at I-90
KANE COUNTY EXAMINES TRAFFIC FLOW ON RANDALL ROAD AT I-90kanecountyconnects / December 12, 2019 / Leave a comment / Communities, Consumers, Education, Events The Kane County Division of Transportation is seeking your input on ways to improve traffic flow on Randall Road in the area of the I-90 interchange. Feasibility study area. KDOT this week announced the launch of the Randall Road/I-90 Feasibility Study, which will evaluate possible improvements to Randall Road between Big Timber Road on the south
Dec 10Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Announces Creation of Office of Innovation
Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation Announces Creation of Office of Innovation CHICAGO – The Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation has created a new program designed to encourage innovation in financial product development in both the banking and fintech sectors. The Office of Innovation is tasked with monitoring and responding to emerging marketplace trends and to help make Illinois an ideal destination for innovation. The Office will serve as a point of
Dec 03Mifddleby Acquires Synesso
Middleby Acquires Synesso Elgin Ill. (December 2, 2019) – The Middleby Corporation announced the acquisition of Seattle-based Synesso, a designer and manufacturer of semi-automatic espresso machines for the commercial market. The company has quickly grown to $10m in revenues. “Synesso is a highly innovative brand and further expands our coffee and beverage platform. Middleby is well-positioned within the beverage category offering some of the most advanced equipment in today’s fast-growing coffee
Dec 02Fellowship Housing Black & White Gala Sponsorship Opportunity
The single moms and children of Fellowship Housing need YOU! Imagine how differently the lives of these families would look if they were no longer living paycheck to paycheck, no longer worried about where they will be living every few months, and had the financial training to live independently. You can be this change for these hard-working single moms in our community! You can make this life change a reality and transform generations to come! We would love for you or your company to consider being
Dec 01December 2019 issue of the Business Connection newsletter
This is the monthly newsletter of the Elgin Area Chamber for December, 2019
Nov 20The Middleby Corporation announces the Acquisition of Brava Homes Inc.
The Middleby Corporation today announced the acquisition of Brava Home Inc. The Redwood City, Calif.-based company is well-known for its advanced residential cooking technology paired with a chef-powered service. Brava offers proprietary cooking-by-light technology which provides users a fast, flexible, space saving and eco-friendly appliance for their kitchen counter. The patented light technology cooks food up to four times faster, requires no preheat and allows the preparation of multiple products in
Nov 15Drafting Contracts for Cannabis-Based Businesses
Drafting Contracts for Cannabis-Based Businesses By Steven A. Migala Contracts for cannabis-based businesses present unique challenges, and as Illinois prepares to legalize the recreational use of cannabis next year, these businesses and their counsel must deal with them. Particularly difficult will be the interaction of Illinois and federal law, for even in those states which have long since legalized cannabis, the federal Controlled Substances Act (“CSA”) still considers it a banned substance. The
Nov 15Equity Cure Provisions in Commercial Loan Agreements
Banking and Business Monthly – November 2019 By Steven A. Migala EQUITY CURE PROVISIONS IN COMMERCIAL LOAN AGREEMENTS Introduction Commercial loan agreements frequently contain various financial covenants requiring the borrower to achieve certain performance metrics, such as a leverage ratio or debt service coverage ratio. Since these covenants are based on past financial performance, breaches of financial covenants cannot be cured absent a cure provision. The use of an equity cure provision is one way
Nov 04Reflejos Takes #1 Nationally AGAIN
The 32nd Annual Convention for the National Association of Hispanic Publications took place in San Jose, California last week. This annual convention brings together over 180 publications from all over the United States and Puerto Rico, who serve the growing Latino communities. Reflejos Publications, LLC took Gold for the 2nd year in a row, as Outstanding Bilingual Publication. Winning a total of 7 National Awards, placing #1 in this category again is a huge honor for Reflejos, which is celebrating 29
Oct 29Family Service Assn Opens Outreach Office at the Library
We have some incredible news to share!! Are you ready?! Our community knows how much we love to provide services where people naturally go instead of asking them to come to us. We have a new partner that is providing space to us on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays 4-8pm and the 2nd and 4th Saturdays 11am-3pm: The fantastic, unmatched Gail Borden Public Library! We had a great tour put on by Melissa Bernasek and Tish Calhamer last week. (We love our local library and the librarians!) You will find us at
Oct 28New Law Prohibits Employers from Asking for Wage History
New Law Prohibits Employers from Asking for Wage History Pursuant to Public Act 101-0177 the Illinois Equal Pay Act now bans employers and employment agencies from asking about applicants’ past wage and compensation histories. This law took effect on September 29, 2019. Employers can be penalized for asking the applicant or the applicant’s current or former employers for wage or salary history. If they have not yet done so, employers should review their employment applications to make sure they do not ask
Oct 28Illinois Department of Insurance Releases 2020 ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Rates
Illinois Department of Insurance Releases 2020 ACA Health Insurance Marketplace Rates Five health insurance carriers will again offer Illinois consumers individual Gold, Silver and Bronze plans with a slight decrease in overall rates Chicago – Today, the Illinois Department of Insurance released the health insurance rates and analysis for the Illinois Exchange 2020 Plan Year. The Illinois on-Exchange marketplace has five carriers offering health insurance plans, including Quartz Health Benefit Plans
Oct 23Darwin Realty Arranges Sale of 90,000 SF Industrial Building in Elgin, Illinois
Darwin Realty has arranged the sale of a 90,000-square-foot industrial building located at 501 Davis Road in Elgin. Consideration for the sale was in excess of $5 million. The property features seven loading docks, three drive-in doors, 5,000 square feet of office space and a clear height of 24 feet. Noel Liston of Darwin brokered the transaction. Chicago Logistic Service owned and occupied the building. Navis Industries, which provides plastic packaging films, purchased the building and plans to relocate
Oct 21Gov. Pritzker, IDOT Announce Rebuild Illinois Road and Bridge Projects
New Multi-Year Plan Lays Out $23.5 Billion in Maintenance, Preservation and Expansion Projects Across the StateSpringfield, Ill. — Governor JB Pritzker and the Illinois Department of Transportation released the department’s annual Multi-Year Plan of road and bridge projects across the state, which is the first to capture the historic impact of the Rebuild Illinois capital plan. Using rigorous and objective criteria, IDOT evaluated the condition, frequency of use, and crash and fatalities across the
Oct 01EAC's Business Review Newsletter for October 2019
This is the October issue of the monthly newsletter.
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Sep 04The Elgin Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off its 70th Anniversary Season with a Performance At The Harris Theater for Music & Dance in Chicago
The Elgin Symphony Orchestra Kicks Off its 70th Anniversary Season with a Performance At The Harris Theater for Music & Dance in Chicago (Elgin, IL) The Elgin Symphony Orchestra’s (ESO) 70th Anniversary Season Classic Series will begin on Friday, September 13th at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance in Chicago followed by two performances at the Hemmens Cultural Center in Elgin. Led by Music Director, Andrew Hilary Grams, the Classic Series features traditional musical masterpieces by composers such as
Aug 29Conor Commercial expands in Elgin with two new buildings
Conor Commercial Real Estate recently held a grand opening ceremony for Northwest Pointe III, 2801 Galvin Drive in Elgin. The two new, speculative industrial buildings will be ready for occupancy by the end of the year and together measure over 349,000 square feet. The two new buildings sit on 20.54 acres, have a clear height of 32 feet, 20-28 truck docks per building, over 400 parking spaces and column spacing of 50 feet by 52 feet allowing for vast open areas inside the building.Read More
Aug 29Two new industrial buildings unveiled in Elgin
Elgin’s industrial space will expand with the opening of two new speculative industrial buildings on Galvin Drive and Higgins Road. The combined 349,000 square feet in new industrial space will be ready for occupancy later this year, an announcement from the Elgin Area Chamber said.Read More
Jul 02Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members!
Welcome to our new Chamber members in July! Calpine Energy Solutions Kyle Warford 1901 Esplande Drive, Suite 660 Downers Grove IL 60515 (630) 797-0736 www.calpinesolutions.com Utilities & Service Providers/Electric Service El Taco Alegre Mexican Grill Cristina Leon 154 E Chicago Street Elgin IL 60120 (224) 434-7431 www.facebook.com/El-Taco-Alegre-Mexican-Grill-357267711666276 Food & Beverages/Restaurants HFRI, LLC Carly Guerra 2500 Westfield Drive, Suite 2-300 Elgin IL 60124 (847)
Jul 02Thank you to these members who are celebrating their anniversary with the Elgin Area Chamber:
Thanks you to these members for renewing their investments and congratulations on your anniversary! Celebrating 60-69 YearsBazos, Freeman, Schuster & Pope, LLCEasterseals DuPage & Fox ValleyHoffer Plastics Corporation Celebrating 40 - 49 yearsHuck Bouma PC Celebrating 30 - 39 yearsAssociation for Individual DevelopmentDundee Animal Hospital of ElginFox Valley Fire & Safety Co.Girl Scouts of Northern IllinoisSingles Roofing & Construction Co.Tom's Auto ClinicVNA Health Care Celebrating 20 - 29 yearsAmerican
Jul 01EAC's Business Review Newsletter for July 2019
This is the monthly newsletter of the Elgin Area Chamber for July, 2019
May 01EAC's Business Review Newsletter for May 2019
Here is the May monthly newsletter from the Elgin Area Chamber.
May 01Happy Anniversary to our Elgin Area Chamber members
Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: Celebrating 60 - 69 YearsCity of ElginElgin AcademyGolden Corridor Family YMCALaird Funeral HomeLundstrom Insurance Agency, Inc Celebrating 30 - 39 YearsBurnidge Properties, Ltd.Daily Herald Media GroupSenior Services AssociatesShales McNutt ConstructionThe Learning Tree Child Care CenterThe Literacy Connection Celebrating 20 - 29 YearsAmerican NTN Bearing Manufacturing Corp.Rotary Club of Elgin
May 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber Members in May: Allstate Insurance - Chavez Insurance Group Inc Jose Chavez 48 S McLean Boulevard South Elgin IL 60177 (630) 908-5200 www.agents.allstate.com/jose-chavez-south-elgin-il Financial & Insurance Services/Insurance & Investments B & C Enterprises Inc Erik Bauer 2482 Technology Drive Elgin IL 60124 (847) 930-5859 www.bcentinc.com Business Services/General Contractors Caffé Mariani - Java and Gelato Randy & Lisa Mariani 3145 West, Highway
Apr 01Welcome to our New Members in April
Conor Commercial Real Estate 9500 W Bryn Mawr Suite 200 Rosemont IL 60018 (847) 692-8848 www.conorcommercial.com Real Estate/Real Estate Developers First American Bank 632 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 403-8185 www.firstambank.com Financial & Insurance Services/Banks Fruitful Yield 360 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 888-0100 www.fruitfulyield.com Natural Products/Shopping & E-Commerce FZ Sonick Inc 1730 Todd Farm Drive Elgin IL 60123 (636)
Apr 01Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Thank you to these Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with us! Celebrating 60 - 69 Years City of Elgin Elgin Academy Golden Corridor Family YMCA Laird Funeral Home Lundstrom Insurance Agency, Inc Celebrating 30 - 39 Years Burnidge Properties, Ltd. Daily Herald Media Group Senior Services Associates Shales McNutt Construction The Learning Tree Child Care Center The Literacy Connection Celebrating 20 - 29 Years American NTN Bearing Manufacturing Corp. Rotary Club of Elgin
Mar 04Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Thank you to these Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with us! Celebrating more than 60 yearsElgin Community CollegeMueller & Co LLP Celebrating 30 - 39 yearsBrittain’s Express Oil & Lube Inc. Celebrating 30 - 39 yearsCelebrating 20 to 29 yearsFASTSIGNSLauderdale Electric, Inc.PR Strategies & CommunicationsSynergy Inc.The Salvation Army Celebrating 10 - 19 yearsBlock AdvisorsComcast BusinessElgin Youth Symphony OrchestraFountain Square on the RiverFox River Horizon Pace Suburban
Mar 01Welcome to our New Members in March
Welcome to our new members in March: BidBuyorTry P.O. Box 5176 Elgin IL 60121 (224) 407-2140 www.bidbuyortry.com Business Services/Advertising Customer Service Solutions Inc. P.O. Box 7732 Algonquin IL 60102 (847) 529-1811 www.customerservsolutions.com Business Services/Business Training Eternal Tan 344 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 429-2400 Home & Family/Beauty Services In the Light Studios 454 Shannon Parkway Elgin IL 60124 (224)
Feb 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in February!
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in February! Alianza Hispana Income Tax - Elgin Elia Rodriguez 606 Dundee Avenue Elgin IL 60120 (630) 974-1450 www.alianzahispanainc.com Financial & Insurance Services/Tax Preparation DexYP Diette Barnett 2200 W Airfield Drive DFW Airport TX 75261 (972) 453-7790 www.dexyp.com Business Services/Marketing Heritage Woods of South Elgin Chakeya Jenkins 700 N McLean Boulevard South Elgin Illinois 60177 (847)
Jan 10Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: 60 + Years Fox River Trolley Museum Gail Borden Public Library Scheflow & Rydell Ziegler's Ace Hardware 50 to 59 Years A to Z Rentals Biggers Chevrolet 30 to 39 Years Herb's Bakery Inc. 20 to 29 Years A1 Trophies & Awards, Inc. Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Starck Real Estate-Elgin Hy-Tech CARSTAR Auto Body Middleby Marshall
Jan 01EAC's Business Review Newsletter for January 2019
EAC's Business Review Newsletter for January 2019
Jan 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in January!
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in January! ACL Self Storage LLCStephanie Wells1741 Weld Road Elgin Il 60123 (847) 697-4440www.aclstorage.netCommercial & Residential Services/Storage Facilities Alexander Plumbing and SewerPatrick Sakolari221 E Chicago Street # 9 Elgin IL 60120 (847) 742-0541www.alexanderplumbingcontractor.comCommercial & Residential Services/Plumbers Collision Center & Glass IncElvy Aguilar939 Davis Road Elgin IL 60123 (847)
Dec 01EAC's Business Review Newsletter for December 2018
Here is the December 2018 issue of our monthly Business Connection newsletter:
Dec 01Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members!
Happy Chamber Member Anniversary to our Members! Thank you to these Elgin Area Chamber members who are celebrating an anniversary with our organization: Greater Than 60 Years Elgin Symphony Orchestra Judson University Mueller & Co LLP 40 to 49 Years Presence Saint Joseph Hospital 30 to 39 Years CES Group, Inc. Manpower Tom's Auto Clinic 20 to 29 Years A-Tech Computer Service, Inc. Behning Custom Carpentry Ltd. Bennigan's Restaurant Columbia College of Missouri, Elgin Holiday Inn Hotel &
Dec 01Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in December!
Welcome to our new Elgin Area Chamber members in December!American Eagle Bank Greg Lieser 556 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 742-7400 www.americaneaglebank.com Financial & Insurance Services/Bank Buffalo Wild Wings Joe Ross 402 Randall Road South Elgin IL 60177 (847) 697-5736 www.buffalowildwings.com Food & Beverages/Restaurants Building & Fire Code Academy Sonya Shearer 2420 Vantage Drive Elgin IL 60124 (847) 428-2951 www.bfcacademy.com Education & Training/Education
