January 21, 2019

New Members



Bain & Associates Accounting and Tax Service
320 N. Main Suite C   Benton IL  62812
618-435-2015


J.D. Drew Attorney at Law LLC
1000 N. Main Street   Benton, IL  62812
618-435-2004
 

If you know of a new business opening, or an old business that would like to become a member please contact the chamber office at 618-438-2121.

Member Events


Sponsor Oppertunity


 Anthony at Rend Lake Dental is wanting to know if there would be any interest from our Chamber Members for a digital billboard ad located in town a block off of the square.  He would be offering Monthly discounts to  Chamber Members.  If you would be interested please contact Anthony @ 618-200-3107.

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National Pie Day

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Join us at 2 p.m.  On 1/23/2019
to Celebrate National Pie Day
at Heritage Woods of Benton.
come and have a slice of pie and a cup of coffee.

Welcome Back Members!

Affordable Gas and Energy
Jeff Harmom
Member Since: 01/01/2016
Renewed On: 12/27/2018

E.R. Brown Furmiture
Sloan Brown
Member Since: 01/01/2016
Renewed On: 12/28/2018

Heritage Woods of Benton​
Diane Simpson
Member Since: 01/01/2005
Renewed On: 12/28/2018

Hart Cantrell, Attorneys at Law
Murphy Hart
Member Since: 01/01/1978
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

Bit Brokers International
Tim Thomas
Member Since: 01/01/2009
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

Darrel Mays Agency Inc.​
Heston Mays
Member Since: 01/01/2016
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

First Financial Bank
Mary Bradley
Member Since: 01/01/1994
Renewed On: 01/04/2019


Franklin County Farm Bureau
Gay Bowlin
Member Since: 01/01/2014
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

Steve Woodfin
Member Since: 01/01/2007
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

Bryce Levanti Attourney at Law
Bryce Levanti
Member Since: 01/01/2017
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

F.B McAfoos & Co.
Tom McAfoos
member since: 01/01/1998
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

Casa of Franklin Co
Mariah Hayes
Member Since: 01/01/2006
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

Rolln'up Smoke Shop & Liquor
Maggie Gajewski
Member Since: 01/01/2010
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

Erwin Builders Inc.
Curt Erwin
Member Since: 01/01/2017
Renewed On: 01/04/2019


Sure Stay by Best Western
Bobby Patell
Member Since: 01/01/2015
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

J.D. Drew Attourney at Law LLC
Jason Drew
Member Since: 01/01/2019
Renewed On: 01/04/2019

 

Member News


Board Orientation
January 29th
 5:30  @ Chamber Office


Rend Lake Water Festival Meeting
February 4th  12:00 pm for lunch    @ LaFiesta
If you are interested in helping plan this years festival, and can not attend the meeting,
please contact the Benton West City Chamber Office.


Membership Billing
Invoices for Membership Dues have been emailed.
Paper Invoices will go out on the 21st so keep and eye out for them.


Board Meeting
Thursday February 14th at 8:30 am  @ the Chamber Office inside the Ford Museum
Any member of the Chamber can attend the board meeting it is not just for Board Members. We have had a great turn out lately and encourage everyone to attend.  This Month we will have Waffles with Strawberry Syrup and whip topping so come early , get some breakfast and visit a little before the meeting starts.

New Opportunities!


Are you looking for new employment or volunteer opportunities?  Check out the Chamber Opportunity Board!  Start a new chapter in your community!

Generation Books


Generations of Memories Books are available for purchase at the Chamber Office, Flowers by Dave, Heartland Office Supply, and the Buzz.
Pick up yours today!

Contact Us!

Benton/West City Area Chamber of Commerce
211 N. Main St. Benton, IL 62812
P.O. Box 574 Benton, IL 62812
618-438-2121     info@bentonwestcitychamber.com
www.BentonWestCityChamber.com

Billboard Spot for Rent


We have Billboard space available 20 X 60 (1200 Square Feet) on the South side of the billboard owned by the Chamber.  This is an excellent advertising opportunity for any business.  Not only can it be seen from the interstate but is fully visible from Walmart parking lot.  We want to offer the space to Chamber members before we offer it to business outside of the Chamber Membership.  If you are interested or have any questions please call the office 438-2121

Rising Star for Life Insurance

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Congratulations to Leann Stilley recognized as a Rising Star for Life Insurance
 

Ribbon Cutting


Hello Members!!
                    1. Bain & Associates Accounting and Tax Service
                       320 N. Main Suite C Benton, IL  62818
                      Tuesday Jannuary 22nd  @  10:30
                    2. Azure Tattoo
                        100 N. Central Suite D St  West City IL 62812
                         Tuesday February 5th  @ 3:00 PM
                    3. Kieaki Sushi  
                       100 N. Cetnral St  suite A   West City IL  62812
                       Tuesday February 12th @ 2:00
 
As a Chamber member and a Business owner you know how important it is to have the support of your community and fellow businesses.  There are a lot of new and exciting things going on in Benton this year.  If you drive around the square  you will see construction work in progress in several store fronts. Our own members are sharing exciting news of remodeling and expanding.  It is important to support and help nurture new business so that Benton can continue to grow, expanding the Job Market. 
We have 3 Ribbon Cutting events in the near future.  I would love to see as many Chamber members as possible in attendance.  Show our new businesses that we have a Chamber that cares about their fellow business owners. Introduce yourself, give them some words of wisdom and encourage them to join our Chamber .
Increased membership will enable the chamber to expand our ChamberNation program and bring new resources to our organization.  It's a new year. let's make it the best chamber yet!

Chamber Annual Dinner -

We would like to take this opportunity to thank everyone who attended the Annual Dinner.   We are grateful for each and every one of our businesses that make our community a place to call home.    We had a 152 people pre-register and 148 in attendance.  We recognized our "Of The Year" winners and presented them with their awards.  The entertainment was a Murder Mystery Provided by Upstage Production.  I think everyone had a blast trying to figure out who did it. I would also like to thank the following businesses for their donations for the Silent Auction
Nagreski Law LLC,  Koa of Benton,  Rend Lake Marina,  Tino's on the Tee,  Twin Oaks,  E-nails,  Cycle 1 Cycling Studio,  Edwards Antiques & Jewelry,  Seasoning Bistro.  Old Jail Museum.  K&K Storage Barns LLC, Rend Lake Cabins in the Woods, and Leann Stilley-Shelter Insurance.    I feel that Benton is truly Blessed to have so many people willing give their time and money to build stronger relationships , stronger businesses, and a stronger community. I want to thank you all for letting me be a part of it. 

Chamber After Hours



January 24th 
5:30 pm - 7:00 pm

Member News

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Don't miss out on a single e-news or community opportunity. If you have a special announcement, sale, open house or anything that you would like to share with the chamber email me your information.  " Chamber After Hours"  is  a great way to network with other business members in the community and give them an opportunity to visit your place of business.  I still have opportunities available  If you would be interested in Hosting a "Chamber After Hours" event please contact me at the Benton West City Chamber of Commerce office.  

2019 EdVenture Camps


 
Chamber E-Newsletter - January 21, 2019