Group One
Meeting Calendar
Investment & Insurance Services:
James A. Shalek, CLU ,ChFC
Providing a full range of products and services including financial, estate and retirement planning for businesses and individuals. Emphasis on both qualified and non-qualified plans for business (profit-sharing, pension, 401(k) and deferred comp); financial & estate planning and investment review for individuals. By special arrangement a conference room in Elburn is available for  meetings.
www.safet4u.com
 
Contact:

James (Jim) Shalek
700 E. Butterfield Rd., Suite 400
Lombard, IL 60148
630-652-1621
Fax: 630-705-1985
Cell: 630-567-1353

shalek.james@principal.com
Securities offered through Princor Financial Services Corporation, Des Moines, IA 50392-2080 (800) 247-4123,FAX (515) 248-4745, member SIPC. Princor and Principal Life are members of the Principal Financial Group


Web Design and Internet services:
VisionFriendly.com
VisionFriendly.com is a full service Internet Company that includes Web Site development, E-commerce, Web Hosting, Search Engine placement, National ISP (Internet Provider) for Dial-up Internet access. VisionFriendly.com also provides technical support for computer repair, virus clean up and protection, spyware removal, networking and Computer sales. VisionFriendly.com
 
Contact: Rob Wenz
651 Prairie Pointe Drive
Yorkville, IL 60560
630-553-0000
Fax: 630-553-0020
rwenz@VisionFriendly.com

Local News:
The Elburn Herald

The Elburn Herald has been serving the Kaneland area for 100 years. That's a testament to its reader loyalty. Today, the Elburn, Sugar Grove, Maple Park and Kaneville area it serves is the fastest growing part of Kane County. The Elburn Herald offers more Kaneland news per issue than any other newspaper. Through advertising, the Herald can help improve your company's image and increase sales. Our staff has decades of experience in the newspaper business, and can advise you at no obligation on how to get the most for your advertising dollar. Our website is the most popular in the Elburn area. We also offer wedding invitations, printing, ad specialties and more.
www.elburnherald.com

 
Contact:

Albert "Bo" Smith
123 N. Main St.
Elburn, IL 60119
630-365-6446
Fax: 630-365-2251
ads@elburnherald.com


Job Placement Agency:
First Choice Staffing, Inc.

We are a full service Staffing company focusing on employment/labor needs for our customers.  These needs may be in the industrial side, we provide certified forklift drivers, order pickers and packers, shipping and receiving, inventory control, general warehouse/maintenance and specialized warehouse; in the office we provide various professional positions, administrative, customer service and data entry.  We also provide permanent or direct hire associates for various positions as requested by our customers, from maintenance mechanics, engineers, collections to customer service, sales, warehouse supervisors and facility managers. 

A few First Choice advantages include:

  • Extensive job screening process
  • 8 hour guarantee
  • Ability to service all shifts with 24 hour 7 day per week accessibility
  • Vacation and Holiday Pay
  • Bilingual Service Coordinators
  • Referral Bonus
  • Immediate response time on order requests
 
Contact:

David Dudzinski
Regional Sales Manager
75 Executive Drive, Suite 101
Aurora, IL 60504
Office Phone: 630-585-9400
Office Fax: 630-585-1500
Cell Phone: 630-244-6632, primary
david@firstchoicestaffing.net


Banking:
American Bank & Trust Co. NA

American Bank & Trust Company, established in 1968, has over $450 million in assets and is a full service financial institution offering banking, lending, mortgage, trust and investment services to individuals and businesses. As your neighborhood bank, we provide personalized attention with local decision-making. We are committed to "Enriching the Lives of our Customers" by providing the highest level of service at a competitive price while investing in the communities we serve.

 
Contact:

Lucas Goucher
American Bank & Trust Co. NA
Business Development Officer
630-365-4400 Ext. 107
Fax: 630-365-4500
lgoucher@ambankqc.com


Attorney:
Ottosen Britz Kelly Cooper & Gilbert, Ltd.

Robert Britz has been engaged in the general practice of law in Elburn since 1978. Brian O’Connor joined Bob in 2005, and Bill Thomas joined in 2007.  The firm’s sixteen attorneys, supported by professional and experienced staff, are located in offices in Elburn, Naperville and Joliet (soon relocating to Mokena), and have extensive experience in most areas of the law.  In addition to representing over 300 units of local government, the firm represents numerous businesses and individuals in a variety of practice areas, including but not limited to, wills, trusts, probate, real estate (residential, commercial, and farm), zoning, business formation, contracts, divorce, adoption, guardianship, and litigation.  The firm’s fees are competitively priced with other firms in the general area.  After hour appointments and house calls are available.  All telephone calls are answered by on-site staff and attorneys.
www.otbkc.com

 
Contact:

Robert J. Britz
303 N. Main Street
Elburn, IL 60119
630-365-6441
Fax: 630-365-6451
rbritz@otbkc.com

Brian J. O’Connor
303 N. Main Street
Elburn, IL 60119
Tel: 630-365-6441
Fax: 630-365-6451

boconnor@otbkc.com

William R. Thomas
303 N. Main Street
Elburn, IL 60119
Tel: 630-365-6441
Fax: 630-365-6451
bthomas@otbkc.com


Real Estate:
Coldwell Banker Residential

As a real estate professional, I am capable of sharing my my expertise, whether it is to assist you in purchasing or the marketing of your property. I am ranked in the top 12% of Coldwell Banker realtors nationwide.  With my personal commitment to the continued growth of my profession I have earned several designations through the National, State and Local Associations of Realtors.  The attainment of many professional awards throughout my career exemplifies my commitment to my clients.  I attribute my success to compassion and understanding of  the needs of my clients.  My record speaks for itself.

If you are buying or selling in the Fox Valley area, Aurorland or the Western Suburbs, do contact me. www.bettytheisen.com

 
Contact:

Betty Theisen-Placek, Broker, GRI, WCR, Relocation Specialist
2690 E. Main
St. Charles, IL 60174
630-587-4691
Fax: 630-377-1816
betty@bettytheisen.com


Communications Services:
Nova Communications, Inc.

Nova Communications, Inc. is centrally located in Geneva and has been in business for 24 years. Specializing in business phone systems and voice/data services.  We have extensive experience installing and maintaining systems for health care facilities, schools, mortgage companies, banks, churches, lawyers, insurance companies and all types of retail stores.

Our reputation for excellence is reflected in repeat and referred business. Contact us so we can partner with you to help your business grow.
 www.novacominc.com
 
Contact:

Cindy Vacek
27 South First Street
Geneva, IL 60134
630-377-1889
Fax:630-3771899
cindy@novacominc.com


Financial Services:
Innergy Lending LLC

Innergy Lending saves money and time for its customers by providing high quality mortgage loan consulting and loan placement advice.  Our customer services are designed to offer value-added financial and mortgage products, while providing a hassle-free experience from start to finish.  Because Innergy Lending is a mortgage banker, we offer a wide array of mortgage programs to fit any customer need, with the ability to act quickly on behalf of our customers and referral sources.

Combining mortgage Innovation and  Energy….we’re Innergy Lending! 

Helping you with mortgage needs and financial services….for life ! Visit us at www.innergylending.com

 
Contact:

Skip Marshall
Innergy Lending LLC
2019 Wellington Court
Geneva, IL 60134
Mobile: 630-677-6330
skipmarshall@comcast.net


Real Estate Appraisals:
Harkison Appraisal Group

www.Harkison.com

 
Contact:

Ralph Harkison
211 Oak St., P.O. Box 3
Big Rock, IL 60511
630-556-9920
Fax: 630-556-3514
Ralph@harkison.com


Accounting:
Michael J. Greenen, CPA, P.C.

Michael J. Greenen CPA, P.C. is a full service Public Accounting Firm established in 1998, having offices in Elburn since 2000.  Our foucs is small to medium sized businesses.  We strive to provide the best level of client service possible.  To our firm this means we strive to answer your questions within 24 hours if not immediately and look to provide you with the answers to the questions you might not have known to ask.  We see ourselves as not just a compliance service, but as resource to help you along your journey to business success.

 
Contact:

Michael Greenen CPA, CFP
100 S. Main Street, Suite 102
PO Box 921
Elburn, IL 60119
630-365-1647
Fax: 630-365-1218
Michael@GreenenCPA.com


Insurance:
State Farm Insurance

Being the United States auto insurance leader for more than 60 years has taught State Farm a lot about what customers want. We put those lessons to good use every day in my office. My team understands what personal responsive customer service is all about. We know our business can seem complicated sometimes, so we're here to help every step of the way.

Give us a call for a competetive quote on your home, car, life, business or health insurance.

 
Contact:

Mark Kirtley
Home and Auto Specialist
Chad Radtke State Farm Agency
11810 Main Street PO Box 1031
Huntley, IL 60142
224-569-4500
847-767-4300 Cell
224-569-2827 Fax
mark.h.kirtley.mc6k@statefarm.com
www.radtke.org


Health Care/Dental Practice:
Elburn Dental P.C.

 
Contact:

James L. Willey, D.D.S. Senior Partner
135 South Main Street
PO Box 190
Elburn, IL 60119
630-365-9438
Fax: 630-365-0424
jlwilley@email.msn.com


Graphic Design:
Graphic Design

 

 
Contact:

Kevin Pirok-Signs
Cynthia Pirok
630-365-9870


Online Computer Support Services:
Fox River Networks LLC
Fox River Networks is an Online Help Desk for business or personal computer users. We provide instant relief, by fixing your computer through the Internet, while you watch from your desk. Our response is immediate, and your satisfaction is guaranteed. Our Nationwide service can assist you around the corner or across the country. Call Today. "It's Fixed or It's Free"
 
Contact:

Kathy Brady
Fox River Networks LLC
308 S. 11th Avenue
St. Charles, IL 60174
630-524-0025
Toll Free (800) 676-5870
Fax: 610-884-1583
kbrady@foxrivernetworks.com