Archive for February 2025

Northbrook Business of the Year: Bell Flavors & Fragrances, Inc. February 27, 2025 A global corporation with 11 manufacturing plants worldwide, Bell Flavors & Fragrances is also a family business with deep roots in Northbrook. In 2024 Bell strengthened those community bonds with the opening of its new Consumer Science Sensory Center, expanding its corporate…

Corporate Citizen of the Year: Journey Softly February 26, 2025 The people with the passports, the people who travel more, tend to be the most understanding.  – Brian Chesky Rick Rosenfeld, founder of travel consulting firm Journey Softly, has a knack for logistics. That talent serves his clients as they explore the globe, and also…

Emerging Business of the Year: Relief Mental Health February 26, 2025 How do you launch a successful business in a global pandemic? Provide a service that people truly need, with innovations to make it easily accessible. Susan Mueller, founder of Relief Mental Health, embraced that philosophy and found that demand for her company’s services outpaced…

Franchise of the Year: Sears Garage Doors & Openers February 25, 2025 The beauty of franchising is the combination of a well-known brand with the personal connection of local ownership. Sears has been a trusted name in retail and service for over 100 years, and for over 16 years Barry Brownstone has been the face…

Chamber Volunteer of the Year: Diane Pagoulatos February 25, 2025 Guests arriving at major Chamber events can look forward to a warm welcome from ambassador and volunteer Diane Pagoulatos. At registration tables for the Auction & Taste, Golf Outing, State of the Village and more, Diane is a familiar face ready to provide a name…