Let's celebrate Rick Rosenfeld of Journey Softly, a Rotarian whose work with our Coat off Your Back, helped secure this award. He pulled together several Rotary Clubs and coordinated a drive with logistics and outreach that served not only those in need locally - but also assisting refugees coming into Chicagoland. Please join us at this event where you will also meet many corporate citizens, and the GBN Incubator Class:
Northbrook Chamber Celebrates 75 Years of Business Excellence
with Annual Awards Dinner
Northbrook, IL – The Northbrook Chamber of Commerce proudly marks a milestone 75th anniversary, celebrating decades of fostering business growth, community connections, and economic development. To commemorate this remarkable achievement, the Chamber invites business leaders and community members to a magical evening at its Annual Meeting and Business Awards Dinner on March 31, 2025 at the Renaissance Hotel.
This premier event, themed Celebrating the Magic of Small Business, will highlight the accomplishments of outstanding businesses and individuals who have made significant contributions to Northbrook’s thriving business community. The Chamber will present awards in five distinguished categories:
Northbrook Business of the Year: Bell Flavors & Fragrances
Corporate Citizen of the Year: Journey Softly (Rick Rosenfeld)
Franchise of the Year: Sears Garage Doors & Repairs
Emerging Business of the Year: Relief Mental Health
Chamber Volunteer of the Year: Diane Pagoulatos, Dickler Kahn Slowikowski & Zavell Ltd.
The evening will begin with a vibrant networking reception, offering attendees an opportunity to connect with fellow business leaders. Guests will then enjoy an elegant dinner in the ballroom, followed by the awards presentations, the formal installation of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, and an exciting preview of upcoming programs and initiatives for the year ahead.
“For 75 years, the Northbrook Chamber has been at the heart of our business community, supporting enterprises of all sizes and championing local economic success,” said Kathi Quinn, Executive Director. “This event not only honors our exceptional business leaders but also reinforces our commitment to fostering a dynamic and prosperous future for Northbrook.”
The Chamber encourages local business professionals, community leaders, and supporters to attend this special evening.
Our board who are being installed at the celebration includes Executive Committee:
Amy Kahhat – Board Chair
Vice President, First Bank Chicago
Katie Moore – Board Treasurer
Senior Vice President, Northbrook Bank & Trust
Mark DeBartolo – President, Len Roofing & Remodeling
Directors at Large:
Brian Bromberg – Vice President-Strategic Partnerships, Manning Silverman & Company
Lee Brooks – COO, Global, Bell Flavors & Fragrances
Nick Drivas – Owner, Grill House and Cabo Grill
Michael Fiore – Assistant Vice President, Endeavor Health
Chuck Gerhardt – Facilities Operations Manager, UL Solutions
Julie Hardegree – Owner, ProAuto
William Hunt – Owner, AlignLayerNine (formerly HTML Global)
Frank Karkazis – Owner, FGK Services, Inc.
Ileo Lott – Provost/Vice President of Academic Affairs, Oakton College
Irene Schloss de Brihuega – Owner, Dundee Pharmacy
Danny Stookal – Co-owner, Shred Spot
Todd Wessing – Director of Sales and Marketing, Embassy Suites Hotel - Chicago North Shore
Tickets and sponsorship opportunities are available at northbrookchamber.org. For more information, please contact Carolyn Gessner, Director of Communications at 847-498-5555.
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About the Northbrook Chamber of Commerce: Founded in 1950, the Northbrook Chamber of Commerce has been dedicated to driving business success and community engagement for 75 years. With a diverse membership representing a wide range of industries, the Chamber provides networking, advocacy, and resources to empower local businesses and strengthen the economic vitality of Northbrook.
Each ticket entitles the holder eligibility for the $1500 raffle prize, a bingo card, usable for all games and complimentary drinks and snacks. Tickets may be purchased at the event. Guests, other than ticket purchasers, will be charged $15 and receive all of the preceding except eligibility for the $1500 raffle prize.
Online tickets may be purchased by anyone through Rally Up at the below link.
Rotarians who sell paper tickets should give the stubs with payment to Debbie Madeley, or if not available, to Denis Pollina.
Online ticket sales end April 2nd.
Please put your name on the stubs you turn in, Rotarians!
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