Thursday, January 17, 2013
Oswego has five Leads Groups that Chamber of Commerce President Steve Hatcher calls, "something special."
- GOVERNMENT
-
Thursday, January 17
I just received a kind note from Maria Spaeth, Director of the Kendall County Food Pantry thanking the chamber for some contributions we had made over the course of last year. You see, we raised a few bucks for the cause at our Edward Fraidy Cat 5K and our 5 Leads Groups went all out by conducting a “Hunger Challenge” among themselves. The Leads Groups are certainly something special. Their mission is to generate business by providing bona fied leads among the members of their group. Admission to a Leads Group is available to non-competing businesses that hold membership in the Chamber. There are strict performance requirements which, when violated, are grounds for expulsion. Yet, they’re not all business which helps explain their …
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
From tree lighting to the jingle bell jog, this weekend in Oswego is full of activities.
- NEWS
-
Tuesday, December 4, 2012
If family fun for the holidays is on your Christmas wish list, you won’t want to miss this coming weekend in Oswego. The fun starts at 5:00 pm on Friday with the community tree lighting ceremony on the downtown corner of Main & Jackson streets. The ceremony serves as the official kick off of Christmas Walk 2012. Between the hours of 5:00 and 9:00 pm you can be entertained by various musical groups, take a Belgium draft horse hayride, enjoy a spin on the Holiday Train, grab a bite to eat at one or more of the numerous food stands and restaurants, do a new craft project, see a display of nativity sets from around the world, take your own picture with Santa and watch a silent decorated fire truck parade. In addition, you’ll want to visit …
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Four individuals were honored for practicing high degrees of professionalism in their business and personal lives.
- LOCAL CONNECTIONS
-
Wednesday, November 28, 2012
Four Oswego Chamber of Commerce members were honored on Thursday, Nov. 15, at the Inspiring Women of Oswego, IWO, Awards dinner for practicing high degrees of professionalism in their business and personal lives. Tom Kozlowski, Holiday Inn Express & Suites was given the award for Most Inspiring Man of 2012. Tom spent two years as a VISTA Volunteer working on the Unitah and Ouray Indian Reservation in Utah. Tom raised one son and was active in school and church activities. Tom was a business owner for many years and served as Chairman of the Board for a credit union and the State Trade association for credit unions. He is a cancer survivor most recently went into the hospitality business working first for Marriott Corporation and then on …
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
Next week we celebrate one of the most important holidays of the year: Veterans Day.
- BUSINESS
-
Tuesday, November 6, 2012
This is the day, Election Day 2012. Even with the option of early voting, I always choose to vote at my polling place early in the morning on Election Day. It’s my tradition. As a reminder, the polls remain open until 7 pm so if you haven’t already voted, you still have time. Don’t miss out, “git er done”. What I consider as one of the most important holidays of the year will be celebrated on Sunday. On the eleventh day of the eleventh month at the eleventh hour, many will pause to remember and acknowledge the service to country by those veterans who served in all American wars. I recently learned from an article by VFW Commander-in-Chief John Hamilton that veterans are now a distinct minority in American society. In fact, Hamilton …
Sunday, October 21, 2012
Over 500 participants have already signed up.
We’re coming down to the wire for registrations for the Oswego Chamber’s second annual Edward Fraidycat 5K coupled with our first Meow Mile. These rain or shine events will be held next Sunday, October 28th starting at 9:00 am in front of the Oswego Center (old Traughber Jr. High School), 61 Franklin Street, Oswego. Chip-timed, the 5K is certified by the Chicago Area Runners’ Association, CARA. Approximately 500 participants have already registered and will receive a long sleeve tech commemorative shirt, runners gear bag containing many gifts from our sponsors and a shoe wallet along with an opportunity to take home a ribbon or trophy in numerous age groups. Please note that baby joggers and strollers are allowed in the Meow Mile only…
Saturday, April 14, 2012
Join the Chamber at the Oswego High School Fieldhouse to find out the latest from local businesses.
- BUSINESS
-
Saturday, April 14, 2012
The eighth annual Oswego Chamber of Commerce Business and Consumer Expo kicks off at 9 am and runs until 2 pm today at the Oswego High School Field House on Route 71. Attendees of previous Expos will notice a slight change in accessibility to the field house due to an addition to the High School which is under construction. There will be two entrances this year at doors 13 and 31. Each will be clearly signed and make the field house easily accessible from the parking lots on both sides of the school. In addition to over 100 exhibits featuring the latest products and services available from area businesses, there will be an art show featuring the works of students from Oswego and Yorkville. Also, numerous demonstrations and forms of …
41.683797
-88.342169
Oswego High School
4250 State Route 71, Oswego, IL
/articles/chamber-notes-expo-set-for-saturday
1349930
/locations/6799761
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Several key attributes needed in new board members.
- BUSINESS
-
Saturday, February 4, 2012
Have you ever wondered how and why individuals who are involved in not-for-profit organizations wind up in leadership positions within that organization? Let me share some of my observations and offer a few personal opinions. Keep in mind I said “opinions” and just like noses, we all have one. Sometimes leaders rise to greatness primarily by default and timing. Unfortunately, a leadership position in some non-profit organizations may not be sought after or even desirable. Or, as it’s sometimes said, “it’s your turn in the tank.” Automatic ascension is another poor excuse for selecting leaders. It’s called going through the chairs. Does it really make good sense to assume that because he or she was a great Treasurer, he or she will …
Richard R
7:16 am on Monday, April 16, 2012
Tuscany is closed as well. more ›