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CAIC “Midwest Economy &
Manufacturing” Luncheon
Keynote Speaker
William Strauss
Senior Economist
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
Tuesday, April 21, 2015
Venue TBD
At CAIC’s 47th Annual Luncheon, incoming 2015 CAIC
Board Chairman Tom Carlson (right) of The Private Bank
prepares to present the Outgoing Chairman’s Award to
2014 CAIC Board Chairman Bill Cullen of Sharlen Electric.
CAIC 28th Annual Golf Outing
Silver Lake Country Club
September 11, 2015
48th Annual Luncheon
Beverly Country Club
Friday December 4, 2015
11th Annual White Sox Outing
For the first time ever, CAIC’s Annual Baseball
Outing will be to a White Sox vs. Cubs Crosstown
Classis. The 3:10 p.m. game will be preceded by a 1:00
p.m. Pepino’s-catered Tailgate Party in US Cellular’s
“A” Parking Lot. The event will sell out early ­— Don’t
miss out — RSVPs are now being taken.
Friday August 14, 2015
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January 2015
RECAP OF 2014
Candidates Forum
IMEC Transition Planning
On January 28, 2014, a “Republican Gubernatorial Candidates’ Forum to Address
Business Community” luncheon forum
was held at the Holiday Inn Matteson.
On March 25, 2015, IMEC (the Illinois
Manufacturing Excellence Center) presented a “Transition
Planning & Addressing the Needs of a Family/Closely Owned
Business” breakfast briefing at Olive-Harvey College. The
event was cosponsored by CAIC.
This forum, featuring candidates running in the March Primary to represent the GOP in the race for governor, was co-sponsored by the Calumet Area Industrial Commission and the
Chicago Southland Chamber of Commerce. The forum
focused on business-related issues facing Illinois and our local
communities.
William Strauss Meeting
On February 13, 2014, William
Strauss, Senior Economist with the
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago
was the keynote speaker at CAIC’s
“Midwest Economy & Manufacturing”
Luncheon Meeting at Ridge Country
Club. He talked about the current
state of the Midwest economy and manufacturing sector.
Mr. Strauss’ research papers have focused on such topics as
our regional economy, the automobile sector and the tradeweighted dollar. Before the U.S. Senate, Mr. Strauss has
presented testimony on manufacturing issues. He has been
also interviewed by a number of radio and television news
programs and publications, and he currently teaches at the
DePaul University Kellstadt Graduate School of Business
and at the University of Chicago Graham School of General
Studies.
If you missed his presentation, not to worry
– because of the very positive reception of
his presentation, he has been invited back.
Mark your calendars now – April 21, 2015,
venue TBD.
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95% of all businesses in the U.S. are family-owned or closely
held, and within the next 5 years, as many as 65% of family
business owners are expected to transition out of the business.
Since fewer than 40% of businesses successfully transition to
the next generation of management, IMEC is passionate about
making a difference by providing these businesses with the
information and services they need, in a cost-effective manner,
to thrive today and successfully transition tomorrow. This event was conducted for family
and closely-held businesses to learn more
about the components of a company transition as it relates to business planning for the future. It included
a detailed look at the key issues facing company leadership and
the tools and resources IMEC can provide to make the transition as painless as possible.
Property Tax Incentive Update Meeting
On April 9, 2014, David Dillon, from Dillon & Nash Ltd.,
and Bill Sandrick, from Sandrick Law Firm LLC, conducted
a “Property Tax Incentive Update” breakfast meeting at the
CAIC office at US Bank. The presentations provided ideas on
how to understand your real estate assessment so that you pay
only your share. Both attorneys concentrate their law practice
to real estate tax minimization.
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Digital Manufacturing Event
On May 2, 2014, A. Finkl & Sons hosted a forum on Chicago’s
new $320 million Digital Lab for Manufacturing, which is
currently under construction on Goose Island in the Near North
Side of Chicago. Funded by a $70 million federal grant, the lab
will focus on the development and commercialization of digital
manufacturing technologies. Organized by the City of Chicago &
World Business Chicago, the forum included a presentation on how
local manufacturers can benefit from the lab’s efforts. CAIC was a
co-sponsor of the event.
Microsoft Future of Technology Meeting
On May 13, 2014, Adam Hecktman, Microsoft’s Director of Technology & Civic Engagement, conducted a “Trends & Themes
Driving the Future of Technology in Manufacturing” luncheon seminar at Seton Academy, South Holland. He presented
a vision of how mega trends such as “Big Data”, “The Internet of Things”, “Social Networks”, & “Natural Use Interfaces” will all come
together and where they will go from here.
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RECAP OF 2014
January 2015
Argus Brewery
On June 13, 2014, CAIC held its annual “VIP Tour & Networking Event” for
CAIC Package Members & Board Members at Argus Brewery in the Pullman
Neighborhood. Nick Lubovich, Community Relations Manager for Argus,
again proved to be a very hospitable host.
USEPA Rules Event
On June 27, 2014, CAIC was a co-sponsor of the “USEPA’s Proposed Green House Gas Rules for Existing
Power Plants: Impacts & Opportunities for Illinois” special “hot topics” breakfast seminar at the Union
League Club. Doug Scott, Chairman of Illinois Commerce Commission, addressed an audience of over 100
on EPA’s recently proposed and controversial New Source Performance Standard (NSPS) for greenhouse gas
emissions from existing power plants. Other co-sponsors of the event were the Air & Waste Management
Association, ULC Environmental & Public Affairs Committees, Midwest Cogeneration Association, Illinois
Bar Association Environmental Law Section, Citizens Utility Board, Illinois Environmental Regulatory Group,
Environmental Law & Policy Center, Alliance for Industrial Efficiency, and the Midwest Energy Efficiency
Alliance.
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2014 White Sox Outing
On August 1, 1014, CAIC’s “10th Annual White Sox Baseball Outing”, including a Pepino’s-Catered
Tailgating Party was held at US Cellular Field & Parking Lot. The outing included the White Sox “Elvis
Night” extravaganza, a fantastic fireworks display, and … a Sox win (8-6) over the Twins!!
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In 2015, for the first time, the CAIC Annual Sox Outing will be a White Sox vs. Cubs Cross-Town Classic!! See
“Save the Date” notice in this newsletter for more information.
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January 2015
RECAP OF 2014
26th Annual Golf CAIC Outing – Silver Lake Country Club
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The outing was again blessed with great weather
A continental breakfast welcomed the golfers
Over 180 golfers heeded the 9:00 a.m. shotgun start
The goodie bags included a sleeve of golf balls by Sharlen Electric, snacks by Kellogg’s. and an insulated
tote by Linear Electric
Joe Rizza Ford of Orland Park again sponsored the hole-in-one contest
Argus Brewery provided a much-needed “hydration” oasis, and the beverage carts were keep busy
throughout the day
A hotdog lunch at the half-way houses
The “Beat-the-Chairman” holes provided (or at least tried to provide!) a challenge for all takers
A table-full of trophies was distributed to the winning golfers (see photos below)
The raffle prize and door prize tables were well-stocked
Silver Lake again provided first-class service, including a delicious buffet for the 220 attendees
Silver Sponsors ADE, Inc., Asphalt Operating Services of Chicago, and CN, as well as many other
sponsors and contributors, helped make the event one of the best ever
CAIC 2014 Chairman Bill of Cullen (from left) of Sharlen Electric
with the “Most Honest Team” award winners: Mark Papesh, Jim
Curran, Chad Hill, and Andy Ondracek.
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CAIC 2014 Chairman Bill Cullen (left) of Sharlen Electric
with the First Place winners: Dan Kelley, Dave Kelley &
Russell Karas (not shown, Dale Packard).
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IMEC Lean Process Meeting
On September 26, 2014, IMEC (the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center) presented a “Rev Up the
Power of Your Lean Process” breakfast briefing at CAIC’s US Bank office. The presentation, made by
Shankar Anant & Alex Nunez of IMEC, focused on food manufacturers, which account for a large portion
of products manufactured in Illinois every year. From operational inefficiencies to workforce compliance,
food manufacturers require a diverse set of capabilities and a focus on process optimization. IMEC offers a
variety of technical capabilities to ensure your manufacturing skill set is achieving optimum productivity so
you may deliver the highest quality products at a price and speed that’s right
for you. The seminar concentrated on utilizing the basic concepts of lean
in a food-focused operation to reach this optimal level, as well as the steps
to send your company down a path to continuous improvement. The event
was cosponsored by CAIC.
IMEC 3D Event
On October 2, 2014 CAIC, in partnership with the Illinois Manufacturing
Excellence Center (IMEC), hosted a forum at Prairie State College. The
topic was The New Era of Manufacturing: 3D Printing and Product
Innovation. A demonstration of a 3-D Printer was conducted by Phil
Froman of Rapid Directions. During the demonstration, Mr. Froman
discussed how the printer could be an effective tool in product modeling &
prototyping.
Megan Falconer of IMEC also presented an overview of IMEC’s services that assist manufacturers in
incorporating innovation into their product development and manufacturing operations. For further
information about IMEC’s services, please call Beth Dybala at the CAIC offices at 773-928-6000, ext. 224.
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January 2015
RECAP OF 2014
Environmental Forum
On October 16, 2014 an Environmental Consultants’ “Environmental Hot Topics Forum” was held at A. Finkl & Sons’ new
Southside steel manufacturing campus. Presenters from national/international consulting firms, including Arcadis, Civil &
Environmental Consultants, Roux Associates, and URS made presentations on timely environmental issues. The luncheon keynote
speaker was Susan Hedman, USEPA Region V Administrator.
Pictured from left above are Steve Tyrolt (Finkl Plant Engineer), Michael Lutter (Finkl CFO), Susan Hedman (USEPA Region
V Administrator), John Guliana (Finkl VP Engineering & Planning) and David Holmberg (CAIC EHS Director).
Waste-to-Profit Event
On October 30, 2014 CAIC was a co-sponsor of the “Introductory Session of Regional Waste-to-Profit & E3 Program” event
held at the Prairie State College Conference Center in Chicago Heights. Other co-sponsors included the Illinois Sustainable
Technology Center (ISTC), the Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center (IMEC), The Chicago Southland Economic
Development Corporation and Cook County.
The purpose of the event was to introduce potential manufacturing stakeholders to the Economy, Energy & Environment (E3)
Program, which is designed to ensure that a company’s environmental resources and 3M resources (Manpower, Machine &
Money) are utilized as effectively as possible, with minimal impact on the earth’s facilities. Attendees learned about free on-site E3
services offered and how south Cook County facilities can receive grant-funded technical assistance at no charge. E3 performance
focus areas include: Energy Conservation; Cooling Water Energy Management; Water Footprinting; Waste Reduction at Source;
Lean & Green Manufacturing Practices; & Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction. Additional information on the program is
available from ISTC.
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47th Annual Luncheon
On December 5, 2014 the CAIC held its 47th Annual Luncheon at the Beverly Country Club. More than 210 attendees heard
speaker Adam Lowry, Co-Founder and “Chief Greenskeeper” of Method Products, a manufacturer of eco-friendly cleaning
products, give the keynote address. Mr. Lowry, an environmental scientist by training, spoke about his passionate beliefs that led
to founding the company, which manufactures eco-friendly cleaning products, the sometimes difficult early days of the business,
and the decision to locate Method’s new $40 million manufacturing facility, which will employ approximately 100 workers, in the
Pullman Park development in Chicago. At the luncheon, two annual awards were also presented. Method was presented with the
first award, the Kenneth L. Brace Memorial Award, named after CAIC’s first Executive Director, and awarded to a company that has
demonstrated excellence in their industry, released a new product or service, or invested in their business located in the Calumet
Area. The second award, the Chairman’s Award, was presented to Frank Igleski, a long-time employee of Akers Packing Service
Group, for tremendous support and participation in CAIC and its functions throughout many years.
Accepting CAIC’s 2014 Kenneth L.
Brace Award is Adam Lowry (center),
Co-Founder & “Chief Greenskeeper” of
Method, shown with David Holmberg
(left), CAIC Environmental, Health &
Safety Director, and Bill Cullen, President
of Sharlen Electric and CAIC 2014 Board
Chairman.
Frank Igleski (center), of Akers Packaging Service
Group, was chosen as the recipient of CAIC’s 2014
Chairman’s Award. He is shown above with Ted
Stalnos (CAIC President) and Bill Cullen (President
of Sharlen Electric & CAIC 2014 Board Chairman)
CAIC’s 2014 Kenneth L. Brace
Memorial Award plaque, with a
model of a “Lake Calumet” Pullman
Sleeper Car mounted on it.
CAIC Account Executive Esmeralda
Carson with Ciere Boatright (right),
Chicago Neighborhood Initiatives,
winner of the luncheon raffle prize, a
basket of various Method eco-friendly
cleaning products.
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January 2015
2015 General Membership Events
Jan. 142015 Kick-Off Luncheon -- “Building a Magnetic Culture”
Kevin Sheridan, Author – Speaker – Consultant – High Altitude Mountaineer | Venue: Alsip DoubleTree
Jan. 21Dinner Meeting at The Parthenon, Greektown – “Method Comes to Chicago”
Joint CAIC / IWWSG Dinner Meeting
Matt Hepfinger, Scale-Up Samuri (aka, Director of Production Services) at Method Products’ new Pullman Park cleaning products’ manufacturing plant
Feb 17
“A 43 Year Perspective on the Changing Federal/State Relationship in Environ. Policy”
Bharat Mathur, long-time USEPA / IEPA Administrator / Director / Chief Joint AWMA-LMSS / CAIC Environmental Breakfast Event | Venue: Union League Club
Feb. 27IMEC (Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center) / CAIC Breakfast Event
Subject: “5S System Workshop”
Venue: ArcelorMittal-Riverdale
Mar 3 “MWRD Update: The Calumet Water Reclamation Plant” Breakfast Event David St. Pierre, Executive Director – MWRD
Venue: US Bank Board Room
Mar 11
“IT Security for Businesses”
Class Computing: “5 Critical IT Security Protections EVERY Business Must Have In Place NOW”
FBI: Topic TBD | Venue: Pullman Visitor Center
Mar 17 “Evening at Lagunitas Brewing Company Taproom & Sanctuary – “Where Steel Meets Beer””
Joint CAIC / IWWSG Networking Event
Venue: Lagunitas Brewing Company
GET INVOLVED!!
JOIN A COUNCIL OR
COMMITTEE TODAY!!
To be effective, CAIC needs active member volunteers on
its Councils & Committees. These groups are one of the
engines that drive our organization, and by volunteering, you
can enhance your visibility and address those concerns of
importance to your business. You will have a great opportunity
to network, be involved in the “information exchange loop”, and
work with other business leaders on issues impacting not only
your business, but also your region. Please consider joining
one, or more, of CAIC’s Councils & Committees today:
Membership & Services Council
Human Resources Committee
Strategic Planning Committee [Board Members Only]
Economic Development & Policy Council
Environmental Committee (shown below)
Please contact CAIC staff to receive an invitation to the next
Council/Committee meeting.
April 21 “Midwest Economy & Manufacturing”
William Strauss, Senior Economist with the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago | Venue: Ridge Country Club
May 7
“Rita Crundwell – The Inside Story”
Subject = The Rita Crundwell $53M Embezzlement Case in Dixon, IL. Devon Bruce, partner at the law firm of Power, Rogers & Smith | Venue: TBD
June ? Governor Bruce Rauner
June 12 “Argus Brewery -- VIP Tour & Networking Event”
CAIC Package Members & Board Members
Aug. 14 “11th Annual White Sox Baseball Outing”
White Sox vs. Cubs (3:10 p.m. game) / Pepino’s-Catered Tailgating Party (1:00 p.m.)
Sept. 11 “28th Annual Golf Outing & Dinner”
Silver Lake Country Club, Orland Park
Sept. ? IMEC (Illinois Manufacturing Excellence Center) CAIC Event | Subject: TBD | Venue: TBD
Oct. ? Environmental Consultants’ “Environmental Issues Update” | Venue: TBD
Dec. 4 “48th Annual Luncheon”
Speaker: TBD | Beverly Country Club
Additional events are in the discussion and planning stages.
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Q: WHO CHAIRS THE VARIOUS COUNCILS & COMMITTEES?
The Membership & Services Council oversees those items that deepen and broaden the
benefits and services that the Commission provides to its members. It is the focal point for
the planning and evaluation of the Commission’s monthly luncheons, special events, seminars,
company tours and annual golf outing. The Council Chair for 2015 is Board Member Megan
Dunn of ADE, Inc.
The Environmental Committee reviews and discusses environmental projects, issues &
concerns in the Calumet Area. The primary purpose of the Committee is to function
as an informational clearing-house for its members. The Committee Chair for 2015 is Board Member Andy
Hixson of Holcim (US) Inc.
Manufacturing companies need new talent to fill current &
future personnel openings and good labor market information
to appropriately set wage/salary levels. The new Human
Resources Committee, to be made up of only manufacturing
company representatives, will develop & conduct a Wage Survey, and explore employer-driven options for
“talent pipeline development.” Electrical/mechanical and other apprenticeship programs may be one such
option; the Committee will determine needs and then seek partnerships. The Committee Chair for 2015 is
Board Member Jesse Smedberg of Smedberg Machine Corporation.
The Economic Development and Policy Council works
to promote economic and industrial development in
the greater Calumet Area and is the forum for various
advocacy and policy matters. Member and/or Industrial
Business concerns will be forwarded to this Council for
assessment and review, goal setting and strategy. The
Council Chair for 2015 is Board Member Tom Van Etten
of Ozinga Chicago RMC, Inc.
The Transportation Committee reviews and evaluates transportation and infrastructure
issues and projects affecting the Calumet Area. The Committee Chair for 2015 is Board
Member Jim Kvedaras of CN.
The Strategic Planning Committee guides the Commission by
creating, evaluating and implementing the strategic objectives of the
organization. Participation on this Committee is limited to Board Members only, and the Committee Chair is
the Board Vice Chairman. The Committee Chair for 2015 is Ed Garner of First Midwest Bank.
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January 2015
NEW / UPGRADED MEMBERSHIPS FOR 2014
Swanson, Martin & Bell, LLP
Rad Electric LLC
Jeep & Blazer, LLC
ARCADIS US Inc.
Prairie State College
North American Stevedoring Co.
Comcast
S.H. Bell
Linear Electric
Citi Commercial Bank
Carmeuse Lime & Stone, Inc.
Quarles & Brady LLP
MetroSouth Medical Center
Marigold, Inc.
Prairie State College
Smedberg Machine
Adelman’s Truck & Equipment Corp.
Method Products PBC
Boasso America Corporation
Chicgoland Pest Services, Inc.
ArcelorMittal
BP America
Hasse Construction Co., Inc.
SRAM
Safety By Design Consultant Services LLC
Lear Corporation
Great Lakes Salt
MIFAB
NEW / UPGRADED MEMBERSHIPS FOR 2015
The Luse Companies
Evans Food Products, Inc.
AEP Industries
Professional Service Industries, Inc. (PSI)
NEW MEMBERSHIP INQUIRES WELCOMED!!!!
CALL: 773-928-6000
CAIC HUMAN RESOURCES COMMITTEE FORMED
“The change must be led and it must be led by business, “ argues the National Chamber
of Commerce’ Center for Education and Workforce, “ if employers are to ensure a robust
supply of workers for the future.” Most manufacturing companies in the Calumet and greater Chicago region
are (or soon will be) facing skill shortages in vital positions. To address this issue CAIC is starting the year out
with a new Human Resources Committee. It will explore options to meet skill shortages including a possible
employer-driven regional partnership to train apprentices in targeted occupations. The Committee will review
some of the extensive information now available regarding “talent supply chain management”.
One of the resources available is an Apprenticeship Playbook, a “how to” guide to build a workforce-ready
talent pipeline in communities across the country. The Alcoa, Dow and Siemens companies formed a coalition
to build regional apprenticeship models and create an instructional playbook for other U.S.-based companies
seeking to develop apprenticeship programs. The coalition developed a comprehensive apprenticeship
playbook based on proven best practices and learnings across all three companies; the playbook includes
sample tools, real company experiences, and covers everything from workforce planning to ensuring that
the program remains relevant. This is available from the National Institute of Manufacturing at: http://www.
themanufacturinginstitute.org/News-Articles/2014/12/11-Apprenticeship.aspx
CAIC welcomes new staff person Thomas DuBois to assist with this work. Mr. DuBois completed a mechanical
maintenance apprenticeship at US Steel earlier in his career and now brings extensive experience in workforce
development/grant writing to his new position.
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CAIC MEMBER NEWS: CSX
CSX Opens Historic Chicago Locomotive Shop to Support
Regional Operations and Network-Wide Customer Service
On December 18, 2014, CSX celebrated the grand opening of the Chicago Locomotive Shop at Barr
Yard in Riverdale, IL, which will improve operational efficiency throughout the western and northern
segments of the CSX network. Through a $4.5 million investment, CSX renovated the existing facility,
which now eatures a refurbished turntable, a new drop table, and new cranes. The shop will support the
maintenance and repair of 120 locomotives per month, enabling CSX to service units locally rather than
transferring them to repair shops across the network
The new locomotive shop will be fully operational in February 2015, and brings more than 20 new
jobs to CSX’s local workforce. Today, CSX employs 185 employees at Barr Yard and more than 1,000
employees across the greater Chicago area.
CSX, based in Jacksonville, Florida, is a premier transportation company. It provides rail, intermodal
and rail-to-truck transload services and solutions to customers across a broad array of markets,
including energy, industrial, construction, agricultural, and consumer products. For more than 185
years, CSX has played a critical role in the nation’s economic expansion and industrial development. Its
network connects every major metropolitan area in the eastern United States, where nearly two-thirds
of the nation’s population resides. It also links more than 240 short-line railroads and more than 70
ocean, river and lake ports with major population centers and small farming towns alike.
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January 2015
New CAIC Member Profile
David A. Ward Sr. is the Owner and President of Safety By Design
Consultant Services, LLC. He retired from OSHA in 2011 with 34
years of safety experience (1976-2011). His diverse background
started in the United States Air Force, then with the Department of Justice (National Safety Examiner) and
completed his government service with OSHA. He started Safety By Design Consultant Services in July 2011.
Safety By Design Consultant Services is a Veteran owned safety consulting company with highly trained and
experienced safety professionals for General Industry, Construction, Environmental, PSM, DOT and the Food
Service Industry (OSHA retirees and Safety/Food Safety Administrators).Safety By Design has been able to save
companies tens of thousands of dollars, and we look forward to doing the same for you.
With the average cost of a work related injury exceeding $40, 000.00 and the average cost of one OSHA fine
starting at $7,000.00, just based on these staggering figures alone, besides protecting your most valuable assets
your employees ­— you should also protect your business revenue too.
Our value to your company is to identify and reduce potential losses regarding work related injuries, OSHA/
DOT violations, and training issues while enhancing the safety and oversight of your current operations/
projects. Our safety partnership will make your company more profitable while ensuring that your employees
are safer.
At Safety By Design we offer a FREE Safety Evaluation which has been lifesaving, educational and profitable.
Visit our website at www.sbdcs.com , find us on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin or call 855-74SBDCS today to
schedule your review.
New CAIC Member Profile
Quarles & Brady LLP is a full service law firm with
deep roots in the Midwest and a focus on serving
the legal needs of industrial and manufacturing
clients. For more than 120 years, Quarles & Brady
has provided a complete set of legal services to the
industrial and manufacturing sectors. We work with
a diverse wide range of industries, from traditional
manufacturing to chemical processing to various
cutting-edge technologies, and nearly every point in
between. Our priority is to understand our clients’
businesses, so that we can offer practical solutions and
quick responses to emerging concerns.
We understand what it means to do business in the
Midwest as part of a global economy. We offer the
focus of a unique Midwest “hub” of offices in Chicago,
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Milwaukee, Madison, and Indianapolis, combined with
the resources of a national law firm with offices across
the country.
In Chicago, Quarles & Brady’s team of lawyers has
decades of experience in regulated and deregulated
energy markets, as well as environmental, government
relations, OSHA, real estate, and business law.
Our Energy & Environmental Team prides itself
on focused, in-depth knowledge of energy and
environmental matters, including distributed and
on-site generation, electric and gas utility rate issues,
energy efficiency, waste-to-energy projects, clean
air and clean water regulation, site remediation, and
environmental insurance coverage and claims.
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New CAIC Member Profile:
SRAM Corporation is a privately held global bicycle components manufacturer based in Chicago. The company
makes bicycle components, including shifters, derailleurs, brakes, chains, and other bike parts.
SRAM, in conjunction with the Chicago Park District, is transforming the 278-acre slag-degraded site known
as Big Marsh (located directly east of Harborside International Golf Center) into Chicago’s first eco-recreational
park. The first phase of the park, a 4.5 acre urban bike park, is on schedule to open Fall 2015. The bike park at
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CAIC – 2014 Membership Survey
The 2014 CAIC Membership Survey was developed by the CAIC
Strategic Planning Committee and conducted electronically by Fanning
Communications. It was sent to the Primary Contact of each Member
Company three times; 10 responses were received the first time, 18 the second
and 17 the third. Thank you to all who responded!
The respondents indicated a high rate of satisfaction with their memberships [very satisfied = 42%, satisfied =
45%], placed a high value on “Industry/Business Advocacy” & “Networking”, reported “Too busy, not enough
time” as the primary reasons for not participating in more CAIC events, and requested that CAIC schedule
more networking events in 2015. Many constructive suggestions for improvement were also received, and
they will be discussed at upcoming Membership Council meetings. A copy of the survey results is available to
all Member Companies upon request.
Q: What product(s) does CAIC member Kellogg’s Snacks
manufacture at its Pullman Plant??
A: Ice cream cones and Graham cracker pie crusts.
Did you know?
1.
New OSHA reporting requirements went into effect January 1, 2015.
https://www.osha.gov/as/opa/quicktakes/qt121514.html
2.
Illinois has a new law in 2015 regarding accommodations of pregnant women in the
workplace.
http://www.legalmomentum.org/content/illinois-laws-relating-pregnancy
3.
Effective January 1, 2015, Illinois joined a quickly growing number of states with “ban the box” legislation, which, under certain conditions, limits employers from asking about, requiring dis-
closure of, or considering an applicant’s criminal history.
http://www.forbes.com/sites/theemploymentbeat/2014/07/28/illinois-joins-ban-the-box-band
wagon-by-limiting-when-employers-can-ask-for-or-use-criminal-history/
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Newsletter 001
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January 2015
CAIC The Early Days
In the mid 1960s, the Roseland Chamber of Commerce
had many industrial members that decided to form another
business association that would better serve industry. In
1967, the Calumet Area Industrial Development Commission
(CAIDC) was formed; it was incorporated in 1968 as an
independent tax exempt organization representing heavy
industry, maritime-oriented industries, service companies
and financial institutions. Ken Brace was the first Executive
Director of the organization, and its office was originally
located in the historic Pullman Bank & Trust building at
111th & South Park. The organization later (1980’s) relocated
to the new Pullman Bank, now US Bank, at 1000 E. 111th
Street, where it remains located today. Original members
included Republic Steel, US Steel, Continental Bank, Acme
Steel, Sherwin Williams, Ingersol, Calumet Heat Treat and
other large manufacturing companies.
In the late 1960s, manufacturing, especially steel, was
booming, and companies were very profitable and were
able to set their own agendas. A survey of the 100+
members in the late 1970’s showed more than 56,000 jobs
within a five-mile radius of CAIC’s office. Then hard times
arrived, with the closing or downsizing of many member
companies, including US Steel, Pullman Standard, Ingersol,
ElectroMotive, Sherwin Williams, Wisconsin Steel and
others. Several manufacturing facilities also turned into
warehouse operations and membership dropped to about 50
members.
Throughout these challenging times, the organization, now
named the Calumet Area Industrial Commission (CAIC),
continued to serve the changing needs of business and
industry within the Greater Calumet Area. Currently with
more than 130 members, it continues to initiate, promote and
support programs directed toward industrial retention and
expansion efforts in this area.
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Special Service Areas
Special Service Areas (SSAs) are local tax districts that fund
expanded services and programs through a localized property tax
levy. The enhanced services and programs are in addition to those
currently provided through the City. The City contracts with local
non-profits, called “Service Providers”, to manage SSAs. There are
currently 53 active SSAs in Chicago.
CAIC is part of a community-wide strategy to reverse many years of
private disinvestment and quality of life issues within the Roseland
community. Beginning in the 1970’s, with a number of stores
leaving the corridors, the Michigan Avenue Corridor and the 103rd
Street Corridor faced a number of increasing challenges, including
criminal & drug activities, vacant lots, deteriorating storefronts
and a limited number of shopping designations. Because of these
conditions, many Roseland residents shopped outside of their
community.
As a community response, SSA #40 (the Michigan Avenue Shopping
District) and SSA #41 (the 103rd Street Shopping District)
were created with a mission to improve the competitiveness by
maintaining a safe, clean, aesthetically pleasing, and culturally
distinct environment for the benefit of its constituents. Due to
its success in serving local industries under strong leadership and
fiscal management, CAIC was recruited in 2006 by local Roseland
community leaders to be the Service Provider for both SSA #40 &
#41, and continues in that role today. Under CAIC management, the
SSAs have identified and delivered services such as private security
patrols, street cleaning and beautification services to create a more
positive and stable business environment.
In addition, CAIC’s SSA Manager conducts regular individual and
group meetings with business owners, and twice a year, she surveys
business owners about the quality of the SSA’s services. Like all
not-for-profits, CAIC is faced with limited staff time and resources.
However, collaborative relationships with organizations such as
the Police District #5 CAPS office, Pullman Historic Foundation,
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce, Rosemoor Community
Organization and the Greater Roseland Chamber of Commerce have
led to additional resources, especially volunteers, so that services can
be successfully completed within budget.
Newsletter 001
MEMBERSHIP APPLICATION FORM
The Calumet Area Industrial Commission is a
dues driven 501(c) (3) corporation which leads
the industrial retention and expansion efforts of
the Calumet Area in order to create an
environment in which industry will remain and
grow.
The CAIC membership consists of over 130
companies, corporations, and educational
institutions whose corporate citizenship compels
them to promote the retention, expansion and
attraction of industrial business within the
Calumet region.
_______________________________________________
Company
_______________________________________________
Address
_______________________________________________
City
State
Zip Code
Description of Products or Services
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
_______________________________________________
_______________________
SIC Code
_______________
No. of Employees
_______________________________________________
Name of Member Representative
_______________________________________________
Title
_______________________
Phone Number
_______________
Fax Number
_______________________________________________
E-mail Address
Governing Member
$1,150 min.
Regular Active Membership
a) 200 or more employees
b) less than 200 employees
c) fewer than 30 employees
$850
$600
$400
The CAIC also offers several different levels of
“Membership packages.” These packages
include tickets to the various CAIC events held
throughout the year (monthly luncheons,
meetings, annual luncheon, annual golf outing,
and VIP events), as well as written and verbal
recognition at the events.
Packages Available:

Benefactor

Platinum

Gold

Silver
For detailed information on the membership
packages, please contact the CAIC offices.
Please sign your name below and send to the
CAIC Office
____________________
Signature
__________
Date
Applications for memberships are presented to the CAIC Board of Directors for approval.
1000 E. 111th Street, 10th Floor, Chicago, Illinois 60628
(773) 928-6000 Fax (773) 928-6016
www.calumetareaindustrial.com
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