WEST CENTRAL ASSOCIATION COMMITTEES
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Health and Wellness Committee
Mission Statement:
To connect health and wellness businesses and professionals to collaborate and provide opportunities for health and wellness awareness by organizing and attending events, workshops, and other engaging channels to WCA communities. To offer the membership the opportunity to discuss the business of the association, to learn from their peers and from invited speakers, and to meet each other in a relaxed and non-competitive environment.
Meets -
Second Thursday of the month
Executive Sponsor - Michelle Amore, Precious Human Performance
Committee Co-Chair - Sara Latham, The CyroBar
Madison Row Committee
Mission Statement:
We create a unique and active street that will be distinctive, experiential and memorable for the community and visitors alike. A street that solidifies Madison Row as the Main Street of the West Loop.
Meets- Third Thursday of the month
Committee Chair: Gudrun Snyder, Moon Rabbit Acupuncture & Eastern Medicine
Committee Co-Chairs: Tuan Huynh, Vietfive Coffee
Executive Sponsor- Armando Chacon (Century 21)
Economic Development Committee
Sub Committee: Metra
Mission Statement:
The mission of the WCA EDC is to promote responsible and sustainable development within the WCA boundaries. As a local chamber of commerce, we value all aspects of development that promote vitality and longevity for the community. Furthermore, we recognize that the West Loop, which resides within the WCA boundaries, is an important economic engine for the City of Chicago as well as for the surrounding neighborhoods. Our goal is to assist in the process of achieving balanced development while enhancing the quality of life for both businesses and residents. The purpose of the EDC is to work with all the stakeholders to review both public and private developments within the area, provide a forum for community input as well as make recommendations to government officials. The EDC is committed to an open and transparent process working closely with other community groups and the various aldermen that are responsible for the area. The EDC's entire focus is to work with government, developers, community residents and businesses to actualize intelligent improvements within the WCA area.
Meets - Third Wednesday of the Month
Chairs- Erin Lavin Cabonargi (URBAN ReSOLVE)
Metra Sub-Committee Chair
Michael Ezgur (Acosta Ezgur)
Executive Sponsor- Harry Huzenis (JRG Capital Partners)
Development Position Letters-
1234 W. Randolph Street [27th Ward]
311 S. Racine Avenue [25th Ward]
800 W. Lake Street [27th Ward]
400 N. Aberdeen Street [27th Ward]
800 W. Lake Street - Update [27th Ward]
1150 W. Lake Street [27th Ward]
Mission Statement:
To effectively connect the West Central Association’s Hotel and Restaurant members for the purpose of strengthening the Hospitality community within the WCA.
Meets - Quarterly and as needed
Committee Chair - Lisa Carlson, Goose Island
Executive Sponsor - Zoltan Payerli, The Emily
Hospitality Committee
Mission Statement:
Identify and evaluate positions on current and prospective legislative and public policy issues affecting business and development in the WCA area; monitor the progress of legislative and public policy initiatives and recommend adjustments to appropriate governmental bodies and staff; promote business and development positions and policies which benefit WCA members and the WCA area as a whole.
Meets- As needed
Committee Co-Chairs-
Michael Ezgur (Acosta Ezgur)
Erin Lavin Cabonargi (URBAN ReSOLVE)
Executive Sponsor- Fred Krol (Sterling Bay)
Policy and Public Relations Committee
Mission Statement:
The Design, Arts & Culture Committee is responsible for growing, connecting, and supporting member businesses, institutions, and organizations that focus on creative fields such as music, literature, architecture, design, theater, visual arts, and place making.
Committee Co-Chairs- Andy Eltzroth (Multiple) and Jacqui Russell (Chicago Children’s Theatre)
Executive Sponsor- Timothy Swanson (Inherent 13c)
Design, Arts and Culture Committee
Mission Statement:
The mission of the Fundraising and Events committee is to build awareness of the chamber by creating unique experiences that highlight WCA businesses and provide monthly engagement for our members. We will contribute to the overall financial health of the organization by producing profitable and buzz-worthy events. We will work alongside our fellow committees to assist in building awareness of their efforts.
Committee Chair- Vacant
Executive Sponsor- A.G. Hollis, MAB Capital
Fundraising and Events Committee
Mission Statement: Coming Soon!
Committee Chair - Russ McKnight, Four Corners Restaurant
Executive Sponsor-
Safety & Security Committee
Mission Statement:
Committee Chair - Michael Ezgur, Acosta Ezgur
Executive Sponsor - Armando Chacon