McHenry County Business Journal

February 28, 2010
Chambers honor their own
By By KURT BEGALKA - kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
The difference between being a good chamber member and a great chamber member, is the difference between biting into a hollowed-out chocolate bunny and tasting a Cadbury Cream Egg.
Local Rotarians give Haitians shelter from the storm
By KURT BEGALKA - kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
Among the first international relief workers to reach Haiti were volunteers from ShelterBox (www.shelterbox.org) – a United Kingdom-based disaster response organization supported by Rotary clubs worldwide.
The following information was provided by
The following information was provided by Record Information Services (www.public-record.com) of Kaneville, Ill., a company that compiles public record information form Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties. This list contains business-to-business filings and does not represent the entire public record. The Business Journal and Record Information Services are not responsible for business-to-business decisions that are made from reading this list, as the complete public record must be obtained and understood to make well-informed choices.
Do as much homework as you can on the Inte
By KURT BEGALKA - kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
Do as much homework as you can on the Internet, trademark or patent depositor or library, before plunking down your money on a patent.
Solid plan is the mother of invention
By KURT BEGALKA - kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
The character Doc Brown appears to have had it right years ago on the silver screen.
MCC announces new “green” online classes
MCC announces new “green” online classes
Charles A. Lemmers was born in 1864. He le
Charles A. Lemmers was born in 1864. He learned the printing trade at the age of 15 by working at several newspapers in Woodstock and Lake Geneva.
60 years • Donahue Furniture, 1345 Sout
60 years
McHENRY – The McHenry County College Shah
McHENRY – The McHenry County College Shah Center offers instructor led, hands-on computer training at the Shah Center, 4100 W. Shamrock Lane, McHenry. To register, call 815-455-8588. For more information and course outlines 815-455-8593.
• TED SPELLA LEADERSHIP SCHOOL: The Algonq
• TED SPELLA LEADERSHIP SCHOOL: The Algonquin Lake in the Hills Chamber of Commerce Chamber and the village of Algonquin are accepting applications for the Ted Spella Leadership School, a comprehensive program designed to increase knowledge and awareness of the issues and challenges facing a community.
Institute recognized LAKE ZURICH – WoM
Institute recognized
New Businesses: • Woodstock Sign-A-
New Businesses:
February 3, 2010
Chamber office renovates, reclamates
By By KURT BEGALKA - kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
CRYSTAL LAKE – Step inside the century-old Crystal Lake Chamber of Commerce and step out of the past.
January 31, 2010
Collaboration is key in successful partnerships
By KURT BEGALKA - kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
Those thinking about taking on a partner might want to pray for a little divine guidance en route to their attorney’s office.
January 28, 2010
The following information was provided by
The following information was provided by Record Information Services (www.public-record.com) of Kaneville, Ill., a company that compiles public record information form Cook, DuPage, Kane, Kendall, Lake, McHenry and Will counties. This list contains business-to-business filings and does not represent the entire public record. The Business Journal and Record Information Services are not responsible for business-to-business decisions that are made from reading this list, as the complete public record must be obtained and understood to make well-informed choices.
Cary resident named CFO at Enesco
By CHRIS FREEMAN - cfreeman@shawsuburban.com
ITASCA – Cary resident Steve Zaruba has been named the senior vice president and chief financial officer at Enesco LLC in Itasca, the company announced.
5 years • Your Best Friend’s Closet, 3
5 years
Covidien makes a point of efficiency, innovation
By KURT BEGALKA - kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
CRYSTAL LAKE – The name comes from the Latin words for together, or “co,” and life, “vi.” And that seems apropos.
Castle Bank Welcomes Steve Hermansson LA
Sam’s Foundation gave a $1,000 donation to
Sam’s Foundation gave a $1,000 donation to Faith in Action of McHenry County, to assist lonely seniors and to transport seniors living in their own homes who no longer drive. “Faith in Action meets the needs of approximately 250 seniors every month.” said Rhonda Anderson, executive director of the 12-year-old charity. “Transportation is about 48 percent of what our volunteers provide. Light housekeeping, respite care, and durable medical equipment loans are also frequent requests.” Pictured are Loredana Dipasquale, Sam’s Club marketing supervisor, and Anderson. For information, call 815-455-3120.
January 26, 2010
Growth story continues for Catty Corp.
By KURT BEGALKA - kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
HARVARD – Catty Corp. not only managed to hang on during the economic downturn, but its arrow is pointed up – thanks to innovative planning, cost cutting, and administrative changes that increased its capacity and efficiency.
December 19, 2009
Grant gives market opportunity to teach
By KURT BEGALKA – kbegalka@shawsuburban.com
WOODSTOCK – People already are visiting the Woodstock Farmers Market. But thanks to a new, $10,000 grant from the United States Department of Agriculture, visitors likely will be better consumers when the market returns in May.

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