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The Board of Directors is the policy body of the Chamber of Commerce. Its members represent a cross-section of the business, nonprofit and professional leadership in the community.  The proper performance of responsibility by Directors and Officers is vital to the sound and efficient operation of the Chamber.

2026 Executive Board

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Not Pictured Above - Steven Pappageorge
Not Pictured Above - Steven Pappageorge

Nicole Wetzell

President
NEW Marketing Solutions

Susan Latocha

Vice President
Advocate Aurora Health

Steven Pappageorge

Treasurer
Moraine Valley Community College

Michelle West

Secretary
Children's Museum Oak Lawn

Nick Gulino

Immediate Past President
J.P. Architects, Ltd

 

Hello Oak Lawn Chamber Members and Friends,

It's an honor to serve the Oak Lawn Chamber and business community as President during such a special year — it's 80th Anniversary!

In 1946, just after World War II, the Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce was founded during a time of rebuilding. Businesses reopened or launched. Families redefined what “normal” looks like. People made deliberate choices about where they spent their money and how they supported one another.

Eighty years later, we find ourselves in a similar situation.

Only things move faster. The tech is more powerful. Expectations are high, and resources can feel tight. As a small business owner myself, running a business, employing people, and showing up for your family and community can feel heavy.

Yet the reason this Chamber was formed remains the same: connection, collaboration, and shared progress. Business owners chose optimism and partnership over isolation. That is the Oak Lawn Chamber at its best.

That's why, as we celebrate 80 years, my theme for this year is Unreasonable Hospitality.

The idea comes from Will Guidara, who led Eleven Madison Park to become the number-one restaurant in the world. In a famous story, he overheard guests say they were leaving New York without trying a hot dog, so he stepped outside, bought one, and had it served with the same care as a fine-dining dish. It was a spontaneous, simple, and thoughtful gesture.

Unreasonable hospitality is not about grand gestures or large budgets. It’s about choosing to go one thoughtful step further than expected.

When we practice that kind of care, we strengthen trust and create a business community where people want to stay, shop, and return.
As we step into our 80th year, I’m excited to build on this legacy with you and continue shaping a welcoming future for Oak Lawn.

With gratitude,

Nicole Wetzell
President
Oak Lawn Chamber of Commerce

2026 Chamber Board

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Term Expiring 12/31/26

Dr. Sandra Bury - Complete Vision Care

Shannon Dahlman - Grace Point Place

Dr. David Finkelstein - Oak Lawn Foot & Ankle

Dr. Mike Jacobson - Community High School District 218

Mike Loftin - Oak Lawn Hometown School District 123

Dr. Joe Matise - Ridgeland School District 122

Erin Molek - BEDS Plus Care, Inc.

Arlene Scott - VRS Realty

Gabriela Suarez - Midwest Business Consulting

Mike Sutko - World Travel Mart

Julissa Sprycha - Country Financial

Justin Waters - Oak Lawn Park District

Term Expiring 12/31/27

Dr. Shaheh Bagdasarian - Oak Lawn Community High School District 229

Karen Boll - Napleton Ford

Lindsay Devries - A.E.R.O. Special Education Cooperative

Daniel Diaz - Adam Doe State Farm

Dr. Brittany Hennigan - Greenwood Chiropractic

Elizabeth Lawler - OSF Healthcare

Rob Medinger - Keller Williams Elite

Ginger Morgan - Thompson & Kuenster

Daniel Stidham - Calvary Church

Sharon Vetsch - The QuickBooks Queen

Carol Williams - Oak Lawn Public Library

Linda Wong - Express Employment Professionals