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Wednesday, March 10
8:15A Novus Group Meeting
Brian Thompson of Black & Essington Solutions, LLC will discuss "Setting Goals Worth Achieving." Mr. Thompson`s comprehensive experience stretches across multiple disciplines including business operations,investment management, and strategic management. Mr. Thompson has also been involved with project management of financial software for a large international bank as well as trading equity derivative products for proprietary trading firms.
Mr. Thompson is also an Adjunct Faculty Member of Prairie State College. He is a graduate of Governors State
University with a BA in Business Administration and also holds a Master of Science in Finance from the Illinois Institute of Technology Stuart School of Business in Chicago, Illinois.

Thursday, March 11
5:00P March Madness Membership Event
Considering joining the Chamber? Have a friend to introduce to the Chamber? Spend the evening networking with the people who ARE the Chamber! New Members receive a $50 discount on membership dues. Listen to the music of Lupe Martinez and enjoy the appetizers and other refreshments. Please RSVP by March 8th.

Friday, March 12
11:45A Business Unwrapped
In business, it is always important to manage your marketing message. What message are you sending when you use a cropped image from your cousin’s wedding? Come learn by seeing images of good clothing selections, examples of dressing to your profession, and why a professional image can set you apart from your competition. Join Rob & Elise Wehmeier of Wehmeier Portraits as they discuss the importance of having your portrait taken for business use. Bring your meal and learn at lunch!

Tuesday, March 16
7:45A New Member Welcome
Join us at Standard Bank & Trust at 7:45am for the Member Orientation. Learn more about the Chamber, meet fellow members, the Board of Directors, Ambassadors, and Staff.
Open to all members who want a refresher on what your Chamber membership is all about, and how to maximize your investment. Refreshments will be provided by Great Harvest Bread Company so please RSVP so our hosts can plan accordingly.

Wednesday, March 17
8:00A Board Meeting


Thursday, March 18
5:00P Business After Hours
Just Added!! Join us for a Business After Hours and network in a comfortable setting. This is a joint event with the Tinley Park Chamber of Commerce so be sure to bring plenty of business cards.

Wednesday, March 24
7:45A Monthly Membership Meeting
This month, guest speaker Lara Vander Ploeg will discuss "Declutter Your Life from the Inside Out!" The owner of the life-inspiring company birdseyeview, Lara brings a rich and diverse background to all of her work. She has worked and advised numerous non-profits in development, public relations, and marketing endeavors for over fifteen years. Combining her degrees in Psychology, Theology, and Fine Art, she is boldly uses her diverse skill set to creatively inspire individuals and teams to ‘live out loud’ with passion and purpose. You won`t want to miss this event.

Members and non-members are welcome.Please RSVP.
$13 members/$15 non-members and at the door

Thursday, March 25
4:30P Largest Speed Networking Event
It`s back! Join 15 other chambers at this speed networking event. Bring lots of business cards and brush up on your elevator speeches! Refreshments will be served. Please RSVP by March 22nd. $10 per member with RSVP/$15 non-members w/RSVP $20 at the door Doors open at 4:30 pm - event ends at 7:30 pm.

Friday, April 9
11:45A Business Unwrapped
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    Be the One Leadercast  is a one day leadership event featuring a premier speaker lineup of worldwide leaders.  Breadcast LIVE from Atlanta to locations all over the world, this event is a catalyst for new ideas and best leadership practices.  OPACC is excited to offer this global gathering with one purpose in mind:  Awakening organizations and individuals to realize their potential to transform lives.  We can do it.  One community. One business.  One person at a time.  For information or to register, click here

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      Women's Luncheon April 22nd - Register Today!

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