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Elmhurst, Illinois, Us

DM Merchandising is filled with endless innovative products and resources that will boost retail profits to a whole new level.Voted #1 in the U.S. for driving high store traffic! D.M. Merchandising is a leader in new and innovative gift merchandising that will delight every store's most educated shoppers! D.M. provides custom product with high perceived value, offering higher mark ups and very happy customers!D.M. Merchandising has been voted in the top ten in many different categories of the GIFT BEAT MAGAZINE, and it states that D.M. Merchandising continues to show "significant upward movement".

Buffalo Grove, Us

Experience the Game is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing underprivileged children with the opportunity to attend professional sporting events and meet their sports idols. By partnering with professional athletes, sports franchises, and large corporate sponsors, the program aims to inspire and uplift children from lower-income families through memorable, life-changing experiences.The program addresses the growing need for kids who may not have the financial means or opportunity to attend sporting events or interact with their role models. By offering these experiences, Experience the Game helps foster personal growth, promoting values such as responsibility, commitment, hard work, and dedication.In just over five years, Experience the Game provided over 500 children with unique opportunities to attend professional sporting events. These children have enjoyed special access to players, on-field and courtside experiences, delicious meals, and countless souvenirs — creating memories that last a lifetime.Mission Statement:Experience the Game is guided by four core principles:• Commitment: Inspiring children and instilling hope for a brighter future.• Responsibility: Empowering kids to set goals and follow through on their commitments.• Possibility: Expanding children’s horizons and making them aware of life’s potential opportunities.• Support: Surrounding children with caring individuals and experiences that help them grow into successful, confident adults.

Rosemont, Illinois, Us

The American veteran is one of our greatest treasures—the men and women who answered our nation's call, especially at times of our greatest need. At Honor Flight Chicago, our mission is to thank and pay tribute to these heroes—especially our World War II and Korean War veterans—by bringing them to Washington, D.C. for a day of honor and remembrance at no cost to them. There are an estimated 53,000 WWII and Korean War veterans living in the Chicagoland area—and we want to reach and honor each and every one. www.honorflightchicago.org

Buffalo Grove, Il, Us

Chicago’s leading wholesale distributor of plumbing supplies, serving northern Illinois and northwest Indiana. For nearly 60 years, Banner has been dedicated to providing quality plumbing materials delivered directly to the job site. Committed to supporting plumbing contractors, Banner ensures materials arrive promptly — often by early the next morning — to keep projects on schedule and running smoothly.

Vernon Hills, Illinois, Us

As Vice President of Operations, I managed day-to-day functions, including HR and payroll, while driving organizational efficiency. On the sales and development side, I traveled frequently to Germany, China, and Korea to source and develop unique products for the promotional market, big-box retailers, and small B2B businesses. Through strategic operations management, we expanded our product offerings, streamlined processes, and consolidated warehouse operations, enhancing organization and accountability. This led to Neil Enterprises / Illini becoming an industry leader known for low payroll costs, operational efficiency, and fast delivery times.

Oversaw daily operations for Zookbinders, a new custom-manufactured, high-end photo album company, managing a staff of 85. Under my leadership, Zookbinders became an industry leader in high-end custom photo albums. Designed and developed an award-winning, all-panorama flush mount, magazine-style album that set a new industry standard. Improved production efficiency by reducing turnaround time from a two-week rush to a standard three-day service while maintaining an industry-low return rate.

Led Jewell Living Colour Inc. to become the largest photography studio in the Midwest, completing over 1,000 photography projects and 300 video recordings annually from a single location. Purchased, designed, and developed a state-of-the-art, freestanding studio that became a hallmark in the industry. Took a well-respected brand known for quality and innovation, culminating in the successful sale of the business in 2002.

Founded and successfully established one of Chicago's largest pawnshops of its time, later selling it to a leading competitor.

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