Dr. Steven Baule

Steve Baule is superintendent of schools for Community Unit School District 201 in Westmont, IL. He has been in Westmont since 2005. Prior to coming to Westmont, Baule was a teacher, technology director and high school principal. He holds a BA in history from Loras College and a master’s degree from the University of Iowa. He holds doctoral degrees from Northern Illinois University and Loyola University of Chicago. Baule also writes and consults on a variety of topics including the British Army in the American Revolution and educational facilities and technology planning.

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Frank T. Brady

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Sandy Churchill

Sandy Churchill is the Director of Clinical Excellence at Good Samaritan Hospital.  Sandy began her career at Good Samaritan in 1985.  She earned her bachelor's degree from Purdue University and her Master's degree in Social Work from the University of Wisconsin, Madison.

She and her family reside in Naperville.

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Chad Dyson

Chad Dyson serves as the Superintendent of Recreation for the Westmont Park District. Chad began his career with the Westmont Park District as Athletics Coordinator in 2000. After three years as Athletics Coordinator Chad assumed his current position as Superintendent of Recreation. Chad manages the daily operations of the Westmont Park Districts recreation department. Chad received his Bachelors of Science degree from the University of Iowa and his Masters of Science degree in Recreation Administration from Aurora University. Chad is married to Erin Dyson; they have a three year old son Cade and are expecting their second child in May of 2009.

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Lorraine Devericks

Lorraine Devericks is representing Mary Kay Beauty Consultant. Lorraine has lived in Westmont since 1978 where she raised her four children. All four of Lorraine’s children graduated from Westmont High School. She also has 5 beautiful Grandchildren. In addition to 28 years of Westmont history Lorraine has served as Vice President of Chicago land BPA,Treasurer of ICan Preschool, coached children’s bowling leagues for over 15 years and was active in numerous school activities while her children were growing up. Lorraine has been a member of the Westmont Chamber of Commerce for five years.

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B J. (Mick) Farrell

B J. (Mick) Farrell was one of the founding members of the Westmont law firm of Fortunato, Farrell, Davenport & Arnold, Ltd.  This year he left that firm and started his own private practice, the Law Offices of B.J. Farrell, P.C. His office is in Lisle, IL.

Mick Farrell concentrates his practice in business organization, formation and operation, estate planning, probate and trust work and commercial civil litigation. He received his JD from Northern Illinois University College of Law with Honors.

He and his family live in Lisle.

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Violette Hawkins

Violette Hawkins is a licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones, a full service investment company that helps both individuals and business owners reach their financial goals. She specializes in the area of retirement, estate and education planning along with tax reduction. A variety of investments are offered inclding stocks, bonds, mutual funds, IRAs, municipal bonds and CDs.

Violette holds a dual degree in Computer Science and Business from Loyola University Chicago and has numerous years of experience in finance. She has global industry experience from working in several countries including the United Kingdom, France and Australia as well as non profit expertise for churches and community organizations.

Despite all this, her true joy comes from helping the community of Westmont. She is new to both the area and Chamber and is looking forward to getting to know the people and being of service.

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Bill Kalafut

Bill Kalafut is broker/owner of Realty Concept, Inc., a full service residential and commercial real estate brokerage located in downtown Westmont. Bill and his wife, Jean, have been servicing the real estate needs of Westmont and many neighboring communities since 2003. Bill also operates a property renovation business, K.H. Renovations, Inc., which has been doing business from various Westmont locations since 1990.

Bill has been an active member of the Westmont Chamber of Commerce for many years and currently serves on the Board of Directors. He has lived in Westmont since 1986 and has 3 children who attend District 201 schools. Bill is a faithful fan of the WHS Track & Field team as well as a soccer coach for the Westmont Wildcats Travel Soccer program. Bill enjoys participating in many local events and organizations including the Westmont Wildcat Soccer Booster Club, Taste of Westmont, and the Westmont Parent Information Network.

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Fred Kimble

Economic Development Director, Village of Westmont.

Fred served as mayor of Galesburg, IL, from 1989 to 1997. He was executive deputy director for the Illinois Department of Commerce and Community Affairs, from 1997 to 1999. He was manager, Division of Long Term Care, Illinois Department on Aging, 1999-2003.

Fred has a degree from Knox College in Galesburg and is a graduate of the Advanced Institute for Economic Development, University of Illinois Springfield.

He lives in Westmont.

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Dave LaBrash

President of Clarendon Hills Bank since April of 1996.  Prior to that he was with First Chicago and Boulevard Banks, and AVCO Financial Services.  He has lived in Clarendon Hills since 1987.  He is also past president and current treasurer of the Clarendon Hills Lions Club, Past President of the Lions Club Community Service Corporation, current Chairman of the Clarendon Hills EDC, and coaches soccer in his spare time.

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Pam Wagner

Pam Wagner began selling Avon in 1981 as a part-time business and something to do while her sons were in school. Years later, she is still selling Avon and her business has grown into a full-time job. Pam is also involved in recruiting and training new reps who sign up under her. Pam enjoys the flexibility that Avon gives her and is thankful for the friends she's made through her contacts. She joined the Westmont Chamber of Commerce in October 2006 as a way to promote her Avon business.

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