Welcome to the

Bridgeview Chamber of Commerce & Industry

 
September 6, 2010 Login
 
 About Us   
Bridgeview Chamber Mission Statement:

The Bridgeview Chamber is a leading non-profit business organization dedicated to creating a climate where business can succeed.
 
HISTORY:

The Chamber movement began in the U. S. in New York in 1768. Our Chamber started in 1962 and has maintained a strong member base over the years.
 
TODAY:

Our Chamber has over two hundred sixty members from the Industry, Retail, and Service markets that form a society, which unifies efforts to promote its member businesses and increase the public spirit of our community.
 
MEMBER BENEFITS INCLUDE:

As a Member of the Bridgeview Chamber of Commerce...

You invest in the future of the business community and ensure that the Chamber continues to move forward toward our vision of working together to strengthen a healthy market place and enhance the quality of life in the village and local communities.

Membership Benefits Include:

  • Village Liaison - Our Liaison works with the Chamber and the Village of Bridgeview to help facilitate solutions, should a situation between your business and the city arise.
  • Business Referrals & Promotion - Only OUR MEMBERS are promoted and given referrals to the public via phone inquiries, web site or when contacting our office.
  • Discounted Event Tickets - All Members receive a reduced rate for Chamber events.  Events include Business Breakfasts, Luncheon, After Hour Networking, Annual Sports Outings and more. 
  • Free Monthly Newsletter - One copy is mailed to all current members.  This newsletter is also available on this site in pdf format.
  • Free Membership Directory - Free business listing for current members only and one copy by mail.  This annual publication is delivered to every business and residential address in Bridgeview.
  • Free Membership Web Listing - Company contact listing provided at no charge to all current members only.  Logo ads available for puchase - we have very economical rates.
  • Community Advocacy & Programs - As a member you support the Chamber's efforts to 'give back' to the community.  Visit the Programs tab for more information about the PenPal, Food & Toy Drive and Scholarship Programs.
 
2010 Officer & Director Listing

 

 
EXECUTIVE BOARD:
 
Jerry Gresik, President
 

 

Jerry Gresik

Summit Insurance Agency

708-594-8777

 
   
Tina Bibro, 1st Vice President
 
 

Have been a member of the Bridgeview Chamber of Commerce for over 14 years, served as pasted President of the Chamber, and continues to be actively involved in the Bridgeview community.  Currently promoting and support the American Cancer Society and the Bridgeview Relay for Life campaign...
 
   
Guy Hollis, 2nd Vice President
 
  Culver’s; 708-598-1400
Owner/Operator of Culver’s of Bridgeview and Lyons, Illinois. Prior to Culvers, Guy was employed by Dean Foods Company for over twenty six years. He held various manufacturing and distribution positions to the level of Vic President of Logistics. He received his MBA from Keller Graduate School in Chicago and his B.A. Degree from Lewis University. Guy is a longtime resident of the southwest suburbs with his wife, Kathy and is son, Adam.

 
   
Victor Portillo, Treasurer
 
  State Farm Insurance Agent; 708-458-3838
Serving the community for over twenty years. Graduate of Lewis University. Earned his Chartered Financial Designation from the American College. Also serves as the Chair of the Chamber’s Membership Committee.  Currently an active participant of the Pen-Pal Program.


 
   
 
 
     
   
Patricia Herbig-Higginson, Ambassador
 
  Bridgeview Chamber Office; 708-598-1700
Village of Bridgeview elected official, Village Trustee assigned to represent Bridgeview Fire Department and Emergency Management Agency. Formerly Mayor’s Secretary, Human Resource Director, Park District Commissioner, member of Bridgeview Fire & Police Pension Board's and Youth Commission President. Degrees in Music, Business and Psychology.  Community Advocate.  Involved with the Bridgeview Chamber for over 30 years.

 
   
 
DIRECTORS:
 
Amy Bouscio
 
  Amy Bouscio, Northwestern College; 708-237-5000
Amy Buoscio has been with Northwestern College (formerly Northwestern Business College) in Bridgeview, for the past 21 years. She started her career at Northwestern College as a faculty member in the General Education department, and moved into her current position as a Career Development Coordinator. Her primary role is a Career Coach to all NC students and graduates. Prior to Northwestern College, she has been on the faculty at Illinois State University, where she earned both her Bachelors and Masters Degree in Communication with an emphasis in Organizational Behavior.
   
Jeff Bishop
 
  Jeff Bishop, CDK Accounting Group; 708-594-2148
Member of the Chamber for over twenty years. Annual golf outing Chairman. Attended Northern Illinois University. In Public Accounting since 1985. Small business, personal and local government accounting specialist.
   
Lynn Callahan
 
  Lynn Callahan, Bridgeview Bank Group; 708-594-7400
Branch Operations Officer. Administers over the Retail area in our fifteen branches to make sure that they are compliant with Federal regulations and our policies and procedures. Started my career with Bridgeview Bank Group twenty three years ago as a Teller and have served in a variety of roles since then, such as Personal Banking, Bookkeeping Supervisor, Branch Management, Customer Care Center Manager, and Training Officer. Longtime Bridgeview resident and have remained active in the community by assisting in local events throughout the years. Recent volunteer assisting the Bridgeview area Cub Scouts at their Pack events.
   
Bob Greenwald
 
  Bob Greenwald, R&B Food & Liquors; 708-594-8222
Representing R&B Food & Liquors.  Member of the Chamber for over 30 years.  Former resident of Bridgeview.  Founder of the annual Chamber golf outing and active committee member of the annual food & toy drive.
   
Oussama Jammal
 

 

  

Oussama Jammal, Fine Media Group, LLC; 708-636-2003
President & CEO of Fine Media Group (FMG). Founded FMG in 2000. Previously worked at Caterpillar, Inc., Aurora, IL. Oussama has a M.S. degree in Engineering from the Ohio State University, Columbus, OH.
   
Nicholis Janis
 
 


Nicholas Janis, Attorney at Law; 708-923-6100
Illinois & Federal Trial attorney for over thirty four years. Practice area: Residential and Commercial Real estate; Estate Planning and Probate; Business Acquisitions, Corporations and LLCs; Personal Injury and Criminal. Associate and Co-Counsel with major lawn firm in Personal Injury and Criminal Traffic Matters. Member of the Southwest Bar Association and Illinois Trial Lawyers Association with Jury Trials in Personal Injury and Criminal Cases.  Member and Director of the Bridgeview Chamber of Commerce for over 30 years, past President and Founder in 1978 of the Scholarship Fund. Originator of the Bridgeview Unit of the American Cancer Society and BBB Cancer Unit. Orland Youth Association Coach 1995-2003.

 

 

Melody Kalantzis

 

Wal-Mart, Bridgeview-More information to come.

 

Dr. Bruce Milkint
 

 

Alternative Care Associates; 708-598-2088
Chiropractic Physician practicing in Burbank/Bridgeview since 1976. Graduate of University of Dubuque and Palmer College of Chiropractic. Diplomat of American Academy of Pain Management. Proctor for Manipulation Under Anesthesia for Logan College of Chiropractic and Texas College of Chiropractic. Diplomat South Dakota Basic Sciences and National Board of Chiropractic Examiners. Certified in insurance Claim Reviews and Independent Medical Exams. Former Director of Chiropractic Services at Water Tower Surgi-Center of Chicago. Over 350 hours of post-graduate training in Rehabilitation and Physical Therapy. Active in Burbank Sertoma, Burbank and Bridgeview Chamber’s for several years.

 

 

George Karavitis

 

 

 

 

Archer Bank, 708-496-7719

Archer Bank - More information to come.

 
Jodie White
 

 

  

Jodie White, Midland Federal Savings & Loan; 708-598-9400
Human Resources Manager; Jodie has been employed at Midland Federal since 1993, but has only been the HR Manager since 2006.  Prior to taking over her HR duties, Jodie has done Marketing, Research, Consumer Loans & Customer Service for Midland Federal.  She was also a Teller Supervisor for 3 years.  Jodie has a Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Governor’s State University.

 
Bernadette Weber

 

Bob Yesutis

 

Nina Nezgoda

 

Days Inn of Bridgeview, 708-430-1818

Details on Bernadette Weber will soon be available.

 

 

 

 

Global Communications, 708-594-9698

 Details on Bob Yesutis to come!

 

Nina Nezgoda, Digital Sense; (847) 363-5659                                            Owner and operator of Digital Sense and has been a Bridgeview resident for 7 years.  In addition to owning her own business, she has been employed for the past 10 ears by a Truck Licensing Firm and works closely with the Illinois Commerce Commission, Illinois Department of Revenue and the Department of Transportation.  Nina is dedicated to achieving goals and is looking forward to met new people and work with the chamber members and the local commuity.

 

 
 
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