Diane E. Emich ven M. Morley, Mayor May 20, 2020 City Hall 209 N. York St Elmhurst, IL 60126 Re: Ward | Council S Dear Mayor Morely Attached is my resume and application to serve as the Ward 1 Alderman until Mark Sabatino’s vacant seat is determined by election. have worked with both Mark and Marti Deuter on their respective election campaigns over that past 7 years. I contemplated running for Alderman during the last election but after meeting with Mark. I decided to support his campaign instead. 1 am prepared to run an election campaign should 1 be appointed to the position. Lam a licensed attomey but | am not currently practicing. I research and analyze complicated subjects in order to understand and communicate the information to others. This skill allows me to be a good liaison between City Council and residents. 1 am skilled at conflict resolution and | was published on this topic years ago. 1 am also a good organizer, whether dealing with information or people. I have applied this organizing skill with the Elmhurst YMCA Board since being voted chairperson in 2016, and in my work with various trusts, LLCs, property management, and charitable causes. Tam smart, hard working, and respected in our community. | feel a duty to ensure Elmhurst remains the kind of town where my children will want to raise their families. My goal, if appointed, is working with City Council to continue building local businesses and tax base. improving and maintaining infrastructure, and protecting the gains the city has already obtained in light of our current pandemic and reduced budget. This goal includes supporting the “urban suburb” chracteristies and local programs and amenities that make Elmhurst attractive to residents and businesses alike Thanklyou for your consideration.CITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments(resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126 Name; Diane E. Emich pate: 5/19/20_ LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 22 Years EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: The Ohio State University, Juris Doctor, 1988; B.S Business Adm. 19€ EMPLOYMENT (FIRMAND POSITION): Please see resume OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: Elmhurst Y; EGC; 100+WWC; MQH; Vote Yes Twice referenda committee POSITION APPLIED FoR: Ward 1 Alderman Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? Help Elmhurst remain a great place for my kids to settle down to raise their families. Grow local tax base and business opportunities to keep Elmhurst striving and thriving What skills would you bring to this position? Ability to research/analyze complicated subjects, and summarize so easily understood. Diplomacy, Organization, Conflict Resolution, Legal Analysis, Persistence, Commitment Please list any previous city positions you have held, if any: none Applicat will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. If openings become available. would you object to consideration by the Mayor for appointment to a different board or commission? yes SIGNATUREEducation The Ohio State University, College of Law 1985 - 1988 Juris Doetor with Honors, Activities: Ohio State Journal on Alternative Dispute Resolution, Editor Moot Court and Legal Writing Programs, Teaching Assistant Publications: Student Note: Alternative Dispute Resolution in Domestic Violence Cases. Ohio State Journal on Alternative Dispute Resolution, 1988 ‘The Ohio State University 1981 - 1985 Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Management Experience Elmhurst YMCA of Metro Chicago nhurst, Hinois President, Board of Directors 2016 ~ Present ‘Preside over meetings of the Elmhurst YMCA Board and Executive Committee = Appoint and recruit new donors, board members, and chairs of all permanent committees * Organize fundraising activities to assure ample funding for YMCA goals and mission Board Member 2011 ~ 2016 = Attended and participated in YMCA board meetings, fundraising, retreats, and training WeCare Health Facility, LLC Columbus, Ohio Managing Partner and Legal Consultant 2006 - Present ‘= Manage operations, including negotiating office and facility leases and mana ‘= Monitor facility compliance with state and federal laws © Manage LLC's leased properties, including a 99-bed extended care facility and various small office spaces ig finances, D.E.E, Trust | Residential Real Estate Elmhurst, Hlinois Owner and Property Manager 2006- Present © Manage three rental homes in Elmhurst Columbus, Ohio Trustee 2002 - Present * Oversee all trust transactions and payments to bei = Manage operational and tax reportin Legal Employment National Labor Relations Board, Region 13, Chicago, Mlinois Field Auorney 1990-2004 = Investigated unfair labor practices and litigated cases before Administrative Law Judges ‘Ran representation elections and held hearings on clection challenges and representation issues Trial Expert 1996 - 2004 ‘= Litigated unfair labor practices and unfair representation cases ‘© Litigated in Federal Court for the Northern District of Illinois: Temporary Restraining Orders, Injunctions. and Bankruptcy claims * Trained new attorneysVedder, Price, Kaufmann, and Kammholtz Associate Auorney * Researched and drafted employment law memoranda, client letters, and opinions Communi: ngagement LEADERSHIP ‘Chicago and Northeast Indiana Girl Scouts Troop Leader * Planned and executed biweekly meetings and spe = Oversaw badge and award eaming = Managed fundraising for the troop Family Partners Ambassador Chicago, Mlinois 1988-1990 Elmhurst, Minois 2005 — 2016 2010 — 2012 ‘© Represented area troops in developing and executing the “Family Partners” fundraising campaign North Elmhurst Service Unit Organizer * Organized elementary school girls into troops * Solicited and trained new leaders Cub Scouts Pack 24 Den Leader-Den | Planned and executed weekly meetings, outings, and fundraising events Tracked the boys’ skill levels and badge fulfillment for Pack Meetings and awards Hawthorne Elementary School PTA Fine Art and Music Program Chair + Collaborated with parent volunteers and teachers to develop more enga = Revamped and updated all presentation to include hands-on art or music act = Made all presentations available online for parent access from home + Shared presentations with other elementary school’s PTA Arts and Music committees ity Mary Queen of Heaven Church Substitute RE teacher, Children’s Liturgy Teacher + Volunteered as a substitute religious education teacher for the weekly classes * Taught Children’s Liturgy program on rotation Alpha Chi Omega Fraterni Minois Province President of Fraternity = Liaison between the National Fraternity and the individual alumnae chapters in Ilinois. President of Chicago Chapter of Alumnae Organization = Organized fundraising and service projects ‘= Presided at chapter meetings and events © Served as convention delegate OTHER Group MEMBERSHIP: = 100+ Women Who Care (2014-present) © Elmhurst Garden Club (2016-present) = Elmhurst Panhellenic Association (2016 to present) = Elmhurst Art Museum Platinum Sustaining Member (2012 ~ Present) Association of University Women (2005-present) Prairie Path Book Club (201 1-present) NLRB Unit Employees’ Union, Treasurer (1995-1999) 3783 Wilton Condominium Association, Treasurer (199: ing presentations. 2005 ~ 2012 Elmhurst, Minois 2007 = 2012 Elmhurst, Minois 2008 — 2010 Elmhurst, Ilinois 2012-2016 Chicago, Minois 1999-2001 1994 1998CITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please retum original with any attachments(resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126 NAME: Jennifer Veremis DATE: 5/19/2020 LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 22 years, EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Oakton Community College with an emphasis in Political Science and Business, Currently enrolled in the Mentorcoach Executive Leadership program, where | am working towards my Professional Certified Coach Certification EMPLOYMENT (FIRM AND POSITION): ‘Owner, two Elmhurst based businesses: The Beauty Lounge and Goal.Get Her, Inc OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: Please see Bio. POSITION APPLIED FOR: Ward 1 Alderman Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? ‘As a 22-year resident of Elmhurst, business owner, and community advocate, | have been passionate about our community and want to contribute to the vibrancy of our city formally. ‘What skills would you bring to this position? ‘As an entrepreneur, I'd bring several skills: Leadership, strong people skills, ability to assess and examine a situation from all perspectives, organizational skills, maintaining good relations within a group, capable of making important decisions, and goal orientated, Please list any previous city positions you have held, if any: NIA Applications will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. If openings become available, would you object to consideration by the Mayor for appointment to a different board or commission? Yes SIGNATURE! Jennifer Veremis,Dear Mayor Moriey, 1am writing this letter of intent to be considered for the open position of Ward 1 Alderman, formerly held by Mark Sabatino. | believe my skills as a local business owner and community leader bring value to the position. | would be a great representative of the 1st Ward, the council, and the greater Elmhurst community. I believe I'm an excellent candidate for Ward 1 Alderman because | understand the heartbeat of this town. I'm a successful, seasoned, long-time business owner who knows Elmhurst and its residents well ‘Due to the nature of my business background, one of my strengths is connecting and effectively ‘communicating with all kinds of people. This quality is a must for any elected official. I've built trusted relationships with the residents and business owners in Ward 1 and throughout Elmhurst. It's also one reason | ran (and won) for the City Centre Board of Directors. My recent activity in the community shows my capability and potential. Ihave always led from a place of integrity and my values. | have strong leadership skills, work ‘well within a group, and examine situations from all perspectives. | am goal orientated, authentic in my convictions, and capable of making important decisions. | understand how to work in my strengths but wise enough to know my limitations. | moved to Elmhurst over 20 years ago. During my first year of college, | started a nail salon in ‘my mother’s kitchen. I come from a long line of entrepreneurs, and at twenty-four years old, | decided to follow in my family’s footsteps and open my first business in Downtown Elmhurst. For the past 16 years, The Beauty Lounge Inc. has been known as a neighborhood gem. When | started my small business, | barely had the internet as a resource. Times and business have certainly changed, and I've proven to be resourceful and adaptable. Sixteen years later. clients travel to Elmhurst from all over Chicagoland for our services. | weathered the great recession of 2008 and learned how to be fiscally responsible, transforming The Beauty Lounge into a six-figure Main Street business. Ihave always been a strong advocate for small businesses, and last year, | went back to school to earn my business coaching certification. | recently started a new company, Goal.Get Her Inc., a lifestyle and business coaching firm to apply my passion and knowledge and use it in a different capacity. By far, one of my greatest passions in life is not only my love for Golden Retrievers, but for our Veterans and active servicemen and women. Since 2015 | have been an active volunteer,leader, and trainer for the USO of Illinois. Along with serving at the centers in O'Hare, | welcome home those returning from deployment and assist Great Lake Navy grads. When asked by the Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce, | worked with the USO to ensure a presence in The Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade for the past few years. In 2019, | co-chaired a successful community-wide USO fundraiser leading up to The Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade. Ithas been a privilege and an honor to represent not only the USO but also Elmhurst. My leadership skills shined through when I represented my neighborhood, the Pick Subdivision, in leading our community activism in 2019. We believed a gas station at the comer of Route 83 and St. Charles did not meet the conditional uses and would negatively impact our community as a whole. | worked with residents and local officials to present our case in a positive, yet effective manner. In April 2019, the Elmhurst Zoning & Planning Commission unanimously rejected the developers’ plan. A month later the developer withdrew their petition. As a thank you to The City of Elmhurst and in good faith, | reached out to Villa Park Trustees and organized a Salt CreekiPrairie Path cleanup. | was able to demonstrate what our community can ‘accomplish when we work together, a testament to my leadership. During my time in Elmhurst, our town has flourished before my eyes and | would love to help drive its continued growth. Through goal setting and strategic planning, | have proven my ability to successfully manage a business through difficult times, and I'm eager to contribute and collaborate to help our city as we weather the current and future challenges. To put it simply: I love Elmhurst. 'm committed to this town. I've embraced and understood the value of economic growth. Along with growth, | believe in building healthy neighborhoods to keep our community vibrant and strong, and that's what I will bring to Ward 1 if given the opportunity to serve. Thank you for your consideration. Jennifer Veremis Resident/Business OwnerJennifer Veremis {st Ward Alderman Candidate Professional * Owner, two Elmhurst based businesses © The Beauty Lounge Inc. 2004 - present © Goal.Get.Her, Inc. Lifestyle & Business Coaching 2019 — present Education and Certification Attended Oakton Community College with an emphasis in Political Science and Business * Currently enrolled in Mentorcoach Executive Leadership program * Licensed Nail Technician Community and Civic Involvement + Elmhurst City Centre Board of Directors - appointed 2019 + Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce Member 2015 - Present + USO of Ilincis - active volunteer, leader, fundraiser, and trainer 2015 - present © Serving at centers at O'Hare International Airport © Assist new Navy recruits and Great Lakes Navy grads ‘© Welcome home those returning from deployment * Spearheaded the USO's participation in the Elmhurst Memorial Day Parade * Elmhurst Cool Cities Coalition representing The Elmhurst City Centre + Cofounded Keep Elmhurst Vibrant Group Personal 22-year Elmhurst resident, married to Joe Palek and Dog Mom to Hugo Hobbies include: travel, reading, writing, theater, fishing, exercise & nature enthusiastCITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments (resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126 NAME: Kevin Flanagan DATE: 05/18/2020 LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 4 Years ~ EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Master of Science in Supply Chain Management, Elmhurst College, 2008 Bachelor of Arts, English Major with Philosophy Minor, Northern Ilinois University, DeKalb, 2001 EMPLOYMENT (FIRM AND POSITION): Boyer Rosene Moving & Storage, Vice President of Commercial Services OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: 4+ seasons as EYB Manager for son's little league team, volunteered as a delivery driver for DuPage Senior Citizens Council's Meals on Wheels program during the pandemic POSITION APPLIED FOR: First Ward Alderman, Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? | grew up in Northlake, so my ties to Elmhurst pre-date me being an actual resident. I've always admired Elmhurst as a city but more as a community, representing an amazing place to raise a family. This is why my wife and | have decided to raise our 2 small children (6 years and 2.6 years) in Elmhurst. As Elmhurst evolves, | think it's important to maintain the community spirit that makes it such a great place and | would like to ensure that delicate balance is maintained What skills would you bring to this position? I'm a very approachable and engaging person, and | feel this can help in obtaining the interests and thoughts of the community when rendering decisions on their behaff. Please list any previous city positions you have held, if any: None, but | also don’t think that is a bad thing, Applications will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. If openings become available, would you ‘object to consideration by the Mayor for appointment to a different board or commission? Yes SIGNATURE: |May 20, 2020 Mayor Morley and Esteemed Members of the Elmhurst City Council, Please accept the enclosed form and resume as my application for consideration to fill the vacant Ward 11 Alderman position, | have resided in Elmhurst for the past 4 years but grew up nearby and have roots in Elmhurst that pre-date my residency. | care about my community, my neighbors, and my family, and feel this position is an opportunity to give back and represent their interests in guiding the future of Elmhurst. Every day in my line of work, | have to make decisions that have great consequence to the projects and personnel under my management. | approach each decision with a critical thought process that leads me to my decision and the confidence in knowing I've made the right decision given the information available, The successes | have achieved are a direct result from many years of hard work, the ability to effectively communicate across all levels, as well as my cohesive mixture of formal education and real world experience. | believe if appointed to this Ward 1 Alderman position, al these attributes can serve the community of Elmhurst, as well as the City Council, well. Sincerely, Kevin Flanagan Elmhurst, IL 60126Kevin J. Flanagan PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY > Over 20,eare of knowledge and experience encompassing project management, sales, estimating, supervising, client elatons ‘vendor management, warehouse operations and budget analysis > Hard working individual with proven succes in both independent and collsborative work envizonments > Ability to adap and effectively communicate and operate across all professional levels EDUCATION ‘Master of Ssience in Supply Chain Management, EImburst College, Eimhurs,Hlinois, May 2008 GPA: 3895 Bachelor of Arts, Nother Ilinois University, DeKalb, Ilinois, May 2001 Major: English “Minor: Philosophy WORK EXPERIENCE, Boyer-Rosene Moving & Storage, Arlington Heights, Ik January 2017- Present Vice President of Commercial Services > Implemented several process changes resulting in operating efficienci Successfully managed several high-profile relocation projects including Parts Tow, CH Robinson, Paylocity, Cars.com, ABA, Walgreens, Home Chef, Cental States Pension Funds, and Centene > Consistently 1* or 2° among Sales team every yer in Seles Revenue and Profitability 3MD Relocation Service, Melrose Park, IL ‘April 2009- December 2016 Project Manager! Sales Representative > Developed and integrated many Excel-based analytic tools to assist in the accuracy of estimating and move execution > Successfully advocated fora fleet-racking program resulting in an immediate ROI and dramatic change in company ‘operations. > Consistently completed projects ator below estimate while exceeding client expectations > Successfully managed numerous relocation projects of varying sizes and scope, including the following high profile ‘© Internal re-stack of PricewaterhouseCoopers Chicago office, which included 2,500+ employees moving over multiple phases, packing/unpacking services, disconnecUreconnect services, and installation services. © Relocated ITxM/LifeSource headquarters which consisted of 400+ employees, including developing protocols to relocate heavily-regulated blood supply, frozen samples, and high-value lab equipment. © Relocated Zebra Technologies corporate headquarters which consisted of 1,000+ employees, multiple labs, heavy-duty machinery, and high-value equipment. © Relocated Gogo Inc. corporate headquarters which consisted of 800+ employees, multiple labs, and high+ value equipment. (© Relocated Havi Global Solutions headquarters which consisted of 500+ employees. The project required the relocation to be completed over one weekend, utilizing multiple shifts around the clock to ensure transparency to business operations. Provided onsite management of large crews (25+), optimizing workflow and efficiencies in the move process Facilitated move planning meetings and packing seminars for entire staffs (100+ employees) Successfully managed the upgrade of company’s website at www. 3mdre! vry ‘MeMaster-Carr Supply Company, Elmhurst, IL February 2006- February 2009 ‘Stock Keeper/ Order Filler > Served as team lead, managing the workload of 8-10 coworkers > Worked independently ina high pace pick/pack environment with over 480,000 SKUs > Cross-trained and supported multiple departments with their eapacity constraintsKevin J. Flanagan + Page 2 WORK EXPERIENCE (Continued) Riverside Publishing Company, lasea, IL ‘April 2004. January 2006 Senior Program Coordinator > Assisted in the overall management of the Georgia Criterion-Referenced Competency Tests > Managed the project schediule forthe development and production of all materials for the Georgia Criterion- Referenced Competency Tests » Managed the Georgia Online Assessment System > Rewrote the Examiner's Manual and the System and School Test Coordinator's Manual to comply with changes to the testing procedures » Trained hundreds of instructors and administrators on testing procedures CompTIA, Oakbrook Terrace, IL July 2002- April 2008 Certification Program Specialist Produced and managed the budget tracking tool ‘Audited monthly financial reports from testing vendors Facilitated multi-million dollar budget process for Certification Department Coordinated the logistics of over 70 Subject Matter Experts with various projects Assisted in managing the localization of certification exams Assisted in various steps of test development process > Launched e-Communities and intranet for Certification Department July 2001-July 2002 Certification Customer Service Representative > Assisted certification candidates with various needs Panduit Corporation, DeKalb, IL ‘August 2000- May 2001 ‘Warehouse Technician, Level One > Utilized radio-frequency scanners to fulfill work orders in an efficient manner Joyce Brothers Moving and Storage, Melrose Park, IL June 1998- July 1999 Warehouse/ Move Foreman Incorporated and sustained a universal warehouse program Coordinated the daily activities of multiple accounts and personnel Established auditing and inventory control procedures Analyzed, investigated, and resolved inventory discrepancies identified through auditing procedures ‘Trained new personnel on data capturing procedures and inventory maintenance (Created and maintained reports for upper management and customers Coordinated and managed warehouse expansion October 1994-June 1998 Warehouse Helper/ Commercial Mover > Operated inventory software to generate reports and track detailed inventory locations in multiple warehouses. > Coordinated placement, staging, and delivery for customer accounts > Participated in multiple relocations in the commercial and domestic moving sectors vyvvvyy SKILLS, Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Project, Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Word, and Outlook Proficient in Microsoft Access, Lotus Notes, IMIS, and many custom Warehouse and Move Management Systems DOT Supervisor Drug & Alcohol Certification vyyCITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments(resume) to the City Ad strat Office, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126 wane: Melissa —Villanuey: pate:_5/B/2020 LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: _5_‘/2._ ea CS EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: DA. neater College - 2°11 EMPLOYMENT (FIRM AND POSITION): Brespoiar CoKee - CEO) Founder OTHER civic ACTIVITES: See cover lettey. POSITION APPLIEDFOR; _U>acAd A Alderman ‘Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? See lec _\ettex. See__cover_\ etter ‘What skills would you bring ‘to this position? See___ coyer Pieaselist any previous city positions you have held, if any: 2Econowic develnomes COMM sciawec + M: het ino Sree Caer ack Applications will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. If openings become available, would you object to consideration by the Mayor for appointment to a different board or commission? \&> SIGNATURE: ‘Melissa Villanueva EXPERIENCE Brewpoint Coffee Company Elmhurst, IL September 2014-Present CEO/Founder * Purchased and grew local coffee shop in revenue over 20 times from previous shop in 3 years, * Consistently reviewed between 4.5 to 5 stars on Google, Yelp, Facebook + Expanded Brewpoint to three cafes, an event space, and a coffee roastery + Won best coffee shop in 2016 from Zippie and Suburban Life + Awarded $75,000 worth of TIF funding from the city of Elmhurst for café/roaster space McTigue Financial Group (part of Northwestern Mutual), Chicago, IL December 2011-March 2014 Director of Recruitment and Development = Partnered with the newest District Director to launch, grow, and cultivate his team of financial advisors * Met all activity goals, includes recruiting 9 financial representatives with above average retention rate for the industry + Organized quarterly board meetings, created contests, and developed accountability strategies for the team * Developed centers of influence in the community in order to generate over 1,200 high quality leads ‘Interviewed and networked with over 400 candidates in the Chicagoland area + Guided candidates through a six-step intensive interview process, lasting on average two months per candidate + Regional Conference Speaker to over 100 recruiters in the Northwestern Mutual Network The Southwestern Company, Nashville, TN In-School Recruiter/Salesperson September 2010 - August 2011 * Recruited, trained, menaged, and motivated a team of salespeople for direct sales + Developed managerial and public speaking skills through recruiting on a college campus * Facilitated meetings throughout the year on advanced sales, leadership, and management Attended over 100 hours of advanced sales and leadership training + Relocated to California and North Carolina First Year Salesperson February 2009-August 2010 + Executed all ordering, inventory, sales, accounting, scheduling, and delivery of product in direct sales business = Prospected and approached over 4,000 families from various socioeconomic backgrounds in two summers ‘Top Firstyear Salesperson (top 1% of all first year salespeople companywide, rank: #4 out of 1,500) Chairman's Club Award (retail sales of more than $9,600 in one week) Gold Seal Gold Award (80+ hours/week, all summer) Personal Retail Sales: Over $110,000 in two surnmers EDUCATION sa 10,000 Goldman Sachs Small Businesses Certificate of Entrepreneurship December 2016 City Colleges of Chicago, Chicago, IL Major: B.A. Philosophy/Anthropology, minor in Theology December 2011 Wheaton College, Wheaton, IL ‘Awarps. Business of the Year - 2017 Chamber of Commerce [Best Coffee Shop in the State- Zippia | Hottest Café Openings Venue Report | Best Cafes in Chicago-Big 7 | ActiviniEs Co-Author: Starting & Running a Coffee Shop Economic Development Commissioner: City of Elmhurst Cover Model: The Solid Grounds Coffee Company Speaker: Women in Management 2017, ICCP Explore More Day, EC Women in Business Panel, Makers & Shakers Moderator, and WC Entrepreneurship Panel.Melissa Villanueva Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? Building a coffee company in Elmhurst has given me a deep appreciation of what makes our community so special- the people. | want to serve the community of Elmhurst for the same reason | built Brewpoint. Because I want to help create an effective and thoughtful system that contributes to the flourishing of its citizens financially, economically, and sustainably. | have grown deep roots in Elmhurst and | am dedicated to its development. Development that is for all its people and for the long-term. Cover Lerter What skills would you bring to this position? As a small business owner, | believe that | can bring a multifaceted, diverse and communication driven approach to the city council. Not only do I believe | can do the job well, but I can add a voice that is pertinent to the ongoing development of my ward. | bring strong business acumen, creative marketing, and values-oriented out of the box thinking My experience working with the city of Elmhurst has been as an Economic Development Commissioner and on the Marketing Committee for the Elmhurst City Centre. | believe this will add to my ability to understand and articulate not only the needs the residents but also bring the perspective of small business owners in Ward 1. Especially in light of the current crisis, | believe finding the balance of supporting residents along side of small businesses will be key to a flourishing community.CITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments(resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York St Elmhurst, IL 60126 name: Brian P Cahill pate: eee eee eC Aopress HOME PHONE: fa BUSINESS PHONE: a] E-MAL ADDRESS: SRERMGRIASeONE LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 18 EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: MS in BioMedical Engineerign, BS in Mechanical Engeering EMPLOYMENT (FIRM AND POSITION): Diesel Radiator Company, President & CEO OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: IC Church, YMCA, EYB and AYSO Coaching POSITION APPLIED FoR: 4th Ward Alderman Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? My exoarnons in both the mecca and anutactug tec song wih Being an acive in he commnytveugh coaching and 16 Gruch eel rove me wit a wel ounded Bacar at an apoyo cone to ake our ely @worde pac fv and aoa fay What skills would you bring to this position? Leadership through listening, deductive and inductve reasoning, probime solving abil to make discison based on al factors Please list any previous city positions you have held, if any: | have not held or applied for a city position in my past history Applications will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. If openings become available, would ‘you object to consideration by the Mayor for appointment to a different board or commission? No I woud net object SIGNATURE: |Brian P. Cahill - Career Accomplishments Diesel Radiator Company (2004 — Present) © President & CEO (2010— Present) © Led the engineering and operation teams to transition a key sourced component to be ‘manufactured in-house to reduce our risk from delays and increase profits. ‘© Expanded the company and moved headquarters into a new manufacturing building. Thi allowed the company to reposition capital equipment to streamline our JIT manufacturing process. © Led the implementation of the company’s first Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system to integrate seven independently operating system into one. (© Led the team on ISO filing. Diesel Radiator Company received it’s ISO 9001:2008 Certified notification December 2015. (© Led the team on development of our industry first on-line sizing software that aids in sizing of engine cooling systems. ‘Vice President of Engineering and GM_ (2004 - 2010) © Completed a six month project with the EPA to refile 5 years of RCRA forms and negotiated a SEPT project to reduce the amount of lead that was used in manufacturing, © Developed new quoting system to assist in price changes of raw materials and improve record keeping. (© Oversaw the first of 5 server installation to transition the company from a manual filing system to ital real-time operation and archive network. © Led the sales and engineering effort to grow sales by 4 times within a five year period. © Oversaw the expansion of two new plants to double manufacturing capabilities. © Transitioned the engineering and manufacturing computer system from a DOS system to current ‘windows operations systems. Guidant Corporation 1998-2004 Guidant Cardio Rhythm Management Division (2002-2004) © Field Clinical Rep © Supported and assisted in pacemaker, defibrillator and heart failure device implants in hospitals throughout the Chicago area. Guidant Vascular Intervention Division (1998 ~ 2002) © Sr. Product Manager (© Prepared the strategy to launch 3 new stent platforms to the US market. © Developed co-branding marketing campaign to tie Guidant's three stent platforms into one family of product. © Supported Guidant US sales force visiting over 100 of the top US Cardio interventionist visit across the United States. © Presented at multiple national sales meetings to support sales training and branding campaigns.© Business Development Liaison © Served asa liaison between the Stent Business Unit and Business Development Group as a project lead, investigating and evaluating new technologies from outside parties applicable to stents. © Led five different business development projects in a one year period. © Worked with Guidant Legal Department to educate a professional witness and prepared Supporting evidence for two pending lawsuits. Was recognized at honorary dinner for the work that contributed to a ruling in favor of Guidant at the request of the corporate officers. © Sr. R&D Engineer (© Led the R&D team for the first biliary “renal vascular” stent named the HERCULINK "Project Highlights: My team met one of the top five corporate incentive goals by designing, testing and filing a 510K submission with the FDA in 3 month time, a company record. ‘= Team was recognized as the inventors of the year by the Vascular Intervention Division, (© Led R&D team on an accelerated proof of concept for variable thickness stent development work called the WorkHorse 2000. Was filed as a 510K submission named the MULTILINK TETRA. Designed, manufactured, and tested from proof of concept to working prototype that was presented to upper management on the performance and possibilities of this concept in @ ‘two-week timeframe. ‘¢ R&D Engineer (© Lead designer of the first 510k filing for a biliary “peripheral vascular” stent named the MEGALINK. Organizations: * Electric Generating System Association - EGSA © NARSA~The international Heat Transfer Association ‘Additional Community Activities ® American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) 12 Seasons - head coach © Elmhurst Youth Baseball (EYB) ~3 years assistant coach © YMCA Elmhurst Youth Basketball ~2 years co-coach © Bensenville Youth Basketball League ~2 years co-coach ‘© Parishioner of Immaculate Conception Catholic Church since 2002 ‘© 1900 Club Board Active Member since 2015 © TreeLot Committee Co-Chair 2020 ‘Awards and Recognitions Patent: “Variable surface area stent” Date issued Jul 20, 2004 Patent Number: US6764505 Education Masters of Science ~ Biomedical Engineering 1999 ~ Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology Bachelor of Science ~ Mechanical Engineering 1996 ~ Rose-Hulman Institute of TechnologyCITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments(resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126 Name: David Andrew Simek pate, 05/08/2020 LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 1 Year EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Bachelors in Engineering Technology EMPLOYMENT (FIRM AND POSITION): Studio Movie Grill, Director/Bartender/Server OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: Volunteer Work POSITION APPLIED For, Ward 1/4 Alderman Seat Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? As a potential member of the Elmhurst municipal assembly and current 4th Ward resident, Drafting and voting on legislation with the intent of bettering the lives of all those who resid What skills would you bring to this position? Strong principals, negotiation, communication, coalition building, and nerve are all importa’ Please list any previous city positions you have held, if any: Applications will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. If openings become available, would you object to consideration by the Mayor for appointment to a different board or commission? No SIGNATUREPROFILE (Once a student at Norther tino: Universily, Lom now eager and excited to enter the business world, With a strong sense of enthusiasm and an immovable wilingness fo get any task done promptly ‘end without foul, | wil undoubtedly add ‘on unprecedented vigor to the ‘workplace. | would describe myself as Renaissance Man, dabbling in muttiple subject matters, with an unquenchable deste to lean more. In my eyes, trust isthe most important quality « person can have with a ‘company. Upon hiring an employee, o company trusts that employee fo get the Job done in whatever manner the ‘Company sees fit. To ensure that irust remains withstanding, itis the employees’ responsbilty 1o inves! everything they can info upholding that trust by completing ny tasks presented to thern. CONTACT HOBBIES >Comic Books/Grophic Novels >erercise >Metal/Rock/Wood Working >Video Games REFERENCES John Slivka—General Manager ‘Meghan Murphy—Manager ‘Aurora Siron—Monager ‘Cameron Kent—Monager College of Duage DAVID SIMEK Engineering Technology Major: EDUCATION (08/2010 - 05/2015 During my time os a student at COD I made the Dean's List and honor rll multiple Semesters in a row. At the fime of my graduation from COD, | was ‘algo one of a select group of graduates to be publicly recognized for thelr outstanding academic achievements during the graduation ceremony, Northern iinois University 01/2016 ~ 08/2019 Through my time at NIU I was 6 member of Nu Epsion Tau. the Engineering Technology Honors Sociely. | greally improved my abilities by becoming cerified in Computer Aided Design software such as SolidWorks. Among my more Gislinguished achievements however, Inot only became LEED Ceerlfied, but also joined the respective group at NIU and worked my way to becoming Vice President of said group. My combined GPA upon, leaving NIU wos 3.074 WORK EXPERIENCE Studio Movie GrilDirector/Bartender/Server 'As an employee of Studio Movie Gill (SMG) my tesponsibiities vary Ronging from placing/delivering customer orders, mixing and pouring complicated beverages on the spot, constantly conversing and upseling customers. and leading/training fellow coworkers so they can optimize their Customer Relations talents. Ihave been recognized os the top ‘employee for many consecutive months, won contests for workmanshio ‘and sales, and have been praised by our corporate offices in Texas for my ‘achievements, CERTIFICATIONS LEED Green Associate SolidWorks Associate Level ArcGIS Associate Level BENEFICIAL COURSES Irs Gm ‘Algebra, Tig, Cale Fluid Power Technology ‘Machine Production Processes Electricity & Electronics Industrial Project Management Heat, Vent & air Cond Tech Industrial Quality Control Energy Auditing Industrial Energy Uiilty & Env Safety Programs ‘Manufacturing Processes Energy Management Pollution Prevention & Sustainable Production Computer-Aided Design ‘Computer Programming in C++ Six Sigma Performance Excellence & Modern Problem SolvingCITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments(resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York St. Elmhurst, IL 60126 Name: Kevin Gibbs pate: 21 May 2020 LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 10 years EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Master of Urban Planning (UIC), Bachelor of History (UWSP) EMPLOYMENT (FIRM AND POSITION): JLL: Economic Development Manager OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: 11yrs City of Chicago: Chief Operations Analyst (IT, Police, Health Depts) POSITION APPLIED FoR: Fourth Ward Alderman Why ate you interested in serving on this board or commission? My background in urban planning as well as economic development will be an asset to the city. also have extensive experience in real estate site selection analytics & public safety. What skills would you bring to this position? Experiential knonledge of policing, realestate, location analysis, transportation, rail roads, geographic information systems, {grant management, policy analysis, smart growth, complete streets programs, walkability analysis Pleaselist any previous city positions you have held, if any: City of Chicago 1998-2008 Applications will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. If openings become available, would you object to consideration by the Mayor for appointment to a different board or commission? Yes SIGNATURE:i — ee Corporate Real Estate Advisor | Location Analytics Leader Economic Developer | Experience in Public Safety 5S Relevant business and government experience at large corporations, private consulting firms, local and state government, and top tier research and teaching universities. PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE JLL: Economic Development Manager - BNSF Railroad Account 2018 - Present BNSF Railroad’s Economic Development Team bridges the gap between selling freight and operating trains. Regional teams grow business opportunities by evaluating the real estate requirements for muttimillion-dollar customer expansion projects and guiding the implementation of those plans. Hickey and Associates: Senior Director of Site Selection Analytics 2014-2018 Hickey and Associates is a corporate real estate advisory firm managing $2B in client funding with active projects in the Americas, Asia, and Europe. The firm provides expert guidance for real estate expansion, relocation, or consolidation through market evaluation, site selection, and workforce solutions. University of Illinois at Chicago 2008 - 2014 Policy Analyst Office of the Vice President Research Specialist Institute for Research and Policy Adjunct Faculty (lecturer/course instructor) College of Urban Planning and Policy: Urban Data Visualization Lab City of Chicago 1998 - 2008 GIS Coordinator (Health Department) Chief Operations Analyst (Police Department, Bureau of Inve: ative Services) Elmhurst College, Department Geography & Geosciences: Adjunct Faculty 2010 - 2014 ois GIS Association: 2 Term, Elected Executive Board Member 2007 - 2010 Army National Guard 1991 - 1997 EDUCATION & LICENSES Master of Urban Planning and Policy University of liinois at Chicago Bachelor of Arts in History & Graphic Design University of Wisconsin at Stevens Point Ilinois Real Estate Sales LicenseCITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments(resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York Si Elmhurst, IL 60126 name: Kevin O'Keeffe ave: 8/14/2020 “TH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 30 years EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from the College of St Francis, Joliet, | EMPLOYMENT (FIRM AND POSITION): Bolingbrook Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: Board Member Elmhurst Heritage Foundation, Elmhurst Jaycees, York Re position appuieo FoR: 4th Ward Alderman community who fu lock parties and other activities, | can truly represent my area hat skills would you bring to this position? Inamy posto of Membership f the Elmhurst Chamber, Please list any previous city positions you have held, if any: No previous City positions only as stated above working for the Elmhurst Chamber s become available, would jppointment to a different board or commission? | 2m open Applications will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. IF epenir you object to consideration by the Mayor for SIGNATUREMay 26, 2020 Mayor Steven M. Morley City of Elmhurst 209 N. York Elmhurst, IL 60126 Dear Mayor Morely, 1am so excited to apply for Kevin York's 4" ward alderman seat. While his contributions and leadership will be greatly missed, | am confident that my unique combination of skills and experience will benefit both the 4 ward and the City of Elmhurst. My resume outlines my professional experience in both realms of my career path, and speaks for itself. However, | thought I'd give you a better idea of some of the ways in which I've contributed to the community over the years in this letter of introduction. Living in Elmhurst for 29 years, | have a long, full history of service to our community. While raising four children, | actively participated and volunteered for school, church, and community activities. | began my service as a Eucharistic Minister for Visitation Catholic Church, making weekly visits to Elmhurst Hospital patients on behalf of the clergy to provide the Sacrament to those in need. When Visitation was in need of a head coach for both cross-country and track & field, | stepped up and offered my services, as | am an avid tunner/marathoner. | created a successful program for both sports under the mentorship of Coach Joe Newton, growing the teams to over 65 and 130 athletes respectively. Many of my runners went on to be members of York's elite top seven over the years, representing our community at numerous state championship meets. | continued coaching for a total of 12 years, eventually merging the Visitation and Immaculate Conception cross- country teams to the delight of both parishes. ‘While voting in almost every election since | was in college, | have continued to be an objective participant in our electoral process, remaining independent. | believe in impartial assessment of issues and candidates, choosing to support those based on merit. I have participated in a grass roots organization that promotes voter registration and volunteered to collect petitions to place the Independent Map Amendment before voters. Of course, COVID-19 has recently affected everyone, but educators had to stop on a dime and reinvent their instructional methods and convert to remote learning modules. These past few months | have been mentoring Ilinois adult educators individually and through appearances on statewide webinars to instruct and model best practices in online learning techniques. Additionally, | have been volunteering on a regular basis at Elmhurst- Yorkfield Food Pantry, as the need of our community members has significantly increased. I'd like to continue my service to the Elmhurst community by becoming an alderman, participating in the legislative process. My business experience, extensive management skills, and employment in public education have provided me with a unique background that makes me an ideal candidate to become part of the Elmhurst City Council. Throughout my career, | have been able to successfully move between the corporate world and public education. By designing regulatory, operational, educational, and athletic programs and facilitating implementation of these programs and plans, | have demonstrated my broad-based ability to set and meet goals, effectively communicate, and skillfully provide information and instruction. My extensive knowledge of government and civics would be a benefit as | participate in the research required to understand the issues involved in passing ordinances, levy taxes, award contracts and the other myriad of legislative responsibilities. | have the business acumen, name recognition, and political background that suit Elmhurst needs and growth. Please contact me at your convenience so that we can discuss how my, ld best meet the needs of the 4 ward and our Elmhurst community. | can be reached at cr via email at Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely, Mary Clare SullivanCITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments(resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York St., Elmhurst, IL 60126 nawe: Mary Clare Sullivan pare: May 26, 2020 LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 29 years EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Master of Arts in Teaching, Bachelor of Science Finance, Accounting EMPLOYMENT (FIRM AND POSITION): Adjunct Faculty at both College of DuPage & Harper College OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: See attached Resume POSITION APPLIED FoR: 4th Ward Alderman Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? See attached Letter of Introduction What skills would you bring to this position? See attached Resume and Letter of Introduction Please list any previous city positions you have held, if any: none Applications will be considered for one year from the date of submittal. If openings become available, would you object to consideration by the Mayor for appointment to a different board or commission? No SIGNATURE:Mary Clare Sullivan Professional Profile-Education + Aocomplshed pubic speaker that rate and presented istctonal workshop he tm Annual ACER Sitewide Conference, Harpor Colege, and Colege of Dace professional development sessions + Educator with extensive instructional experence, focusing on Dial Litrey, Busines, Computer ntmation Technology, Workforce Development raning & High Soncl Equvaleny preparation © Productive curriculum developer that created a hybrid course for Harper College that was used as a model and adapted by faculty for use thvouhout he CTEIAED Departmen. Alo crated 2 courses or Coleg o DuPage; Bdge to Compute & ntemetwarking Technologies ang Coleg & Career Seminar courses tat were approved by the linais Caimunty Coleg Baer and incorporated couse oferngs Colabrates o develop and npn he Integrated Career and Academic Preparation System (ICAPS') Program at Colege of DuPage Successfully designed the ICAPS Recruiting & Marketing Video: https limon. youtube. comivatch?v=OWGipFcBXyQ_ ‘Math Specialist that successfully helped adapt Ilinois Community College Board Math Content Standards to align with Common Core Stat Sanders fr Wath rth ISBE Curiculum Development Prose ‘+ Purpose lade that mentors new eecers at Colege of DuPace ‘Googe Applied Dg! Sls Communty Colege Advisory Board Member Professional Profile-Financial ‘Result driven financial manager, experienced in performing risk analyses of futures and options, secures, nd derivatives ‘© Developed and enforced regulatory procedures that postively affected management pracices and increased profs ‘© Supervised over 50 branch offces naionnide o ensure compliance wit frm and industy procedures & regulations ‘© Factaed the integration of new business by maintaining frequent contact and developing song customer retatonships resulting in tremendous orowth and proftabilty ‘© Professional trainer end educator who suocesstuly implemented ethics and procedural training onsite at all offices ‘© Strong analytical, prblem sohing, and decision making sil ‘© Outstanding organizational skls and time management abies ‘© Strong interpersonal, verbal, and writen communication skils Education: Master of Arts in Teaching March 2011 National-Louis Unversity, Wheeling linois Bachelor of Science, Finance, Accounting March 1986 DePaul University, Chicago, linois. Civic Activities: ‘Teacher Mentor: Ilinois Adult Education Professional Development Network Community Volunteer-Elmhurst City Council Report: League of Women Voters Elmhurst Chapter Voter Registration Captain: When We All Vote Volunteer-Petition Signatures: Independent Map Amendment CCiont Service Volunteer: Elmhurst Yorfielé Food Pantry Head Coach: Cross Country and Track & Field: Vistation Catholic School Immaculate Conception Grade School Certifications: inois Professional Educator License, Secondary Education May 2010 ~ 2023, TEIN: 865018 Endorsements: BMC-Business, Marketing, & Computer Education, SSHI-Social Science-History, SOSC-Middle School NCLB Highly Qualfed: Economics, History, Word History, Geography, and Poltcal Science Mathematics Specialist, Ilinols Community Colege Board November 2018 Master Teacher - Language Ars, Ilincis Community Colege Board Expected December 2020,Mary Clare Sullivan William Rainey Harper College, Palatine, Iinois Curriculum Developer: Career & Technical Programs-Adult Educational Development June 2019 ~ Present ‘© Designed a hybrid course that vas provided fo and adapted by department faculty members that combines traditional dassroom instruction wth remote/onine learning, This model course incorporates the ciical componenis and best practices of qualty online course design, course orientation, video walkthrough, and learning modules to meet linois Community College Board Content Standards. ‘+ Modeled and provided individualized instruction to faculty to eneure instructional design components were efecively implemented Adjunct Faculty: Career & Technical Programs-Adult Educational Development ‘August 2018 ~ Present + Greats activities and lessons fo improve students ably to read complex texts and to interpret, synthesize, and understand information in the domains of Civics and Government, The U.S. Consifution, United States History, Economics, and Geography ‘© Ensures that students demonsirate an understanding of reasoning through Languaoe Ats, Social Studies, and Science content areas + Suocessfuly transitioned traltionlface-o-faoe courses to fly remotefoniine leaning due to COVID-19 pandemic. College of DuPage, Glen Ellyn, Ilinois ‘Adjunct Faculty & Lecturer and Integrated Career and Academie Preparation System ("ICAPS") Navigator Summer 2013 ~ Present ‘© Colaborated with Computer & Internetworking Technology Department faulty to help establish the ICAPS program at College of DuPage, developed credit requirements and course specifics to facitate the instructional implementation ofthe course sequence ‘© Teaches Computer & Internetworking Technology Courses so that students eam Cisco Certified Entry Networking Technician ("CCENT’) and Cisco Certified Network Associate (‘CCNA’) cerfications ‘+ Creates acvies and lessons improve students’ ably to read complex texts and interpcet, synthesize, and understand informaton in the domains of Civics and Government, The U.S. Consifution, United States History, Economics, and Geography Professional Development Provider~ Math Instruction and Blackboard Skis Workshops & Teacher Mentor Spring 2015 ~ Present ‘© Establishes trusting relationships and provides new teacher orientation by conducting regularly scheduled mestings to guide teaches in constructing semester work pans, sylabus, and Blackboard navigation while ensuring college procedures are understood and followed Curriculum Developer: August 2014 ~ 2015, + Bridge to Computer Internetworking Technologies: Lead developer course creation, Conducted research and colaborated with faculty and industry representatives in he design and development of new curricular goals. ‘© College & Career Seminar: Constructed a couse that enabled students to develop and implement postsecondary education pian (geared toward chosen occupation, Provided instruction for communication and executive funcioning strategies essential for post- ‘secondary educatonal and career success. York High School, Elmhurst, linois ‘Summer 2011-2013, ‘Summer School Program Instructor Introduction to Business, Computer Concepts ‘Addison Trail High School, Addison, linois Fall 2010-2012 “Teacher: AP. Human Geography, Unie States History, American Government Financial Experience Compliance Manager, Vision Financial Markets LLC, hicag,linis ‘1992-1904 Risk Analyst. Gedermann nc. Chicago, lina ‘891-1902 President, Compendium ne. Chicago tincs 1990-1981 Director of Compliance Principal, Argus Corpraion, Chicago, Ninos ‘989-1900 In-charge Autor, National Futures Associaton, Chicago, nos 1908-1989CITY OF ELMHURST APPOINTED OFFICIALS APPLICATION Please return original with any attachments(resume) to the City Administration Office, 209 N. York St Elmhurst, IL 60126 Name: Michael Baker pare; 05/17/2020 _ LENGTH OF RESIDENCY IN ELMHURST: 32 Years: DUCATIONAL BACKGROUND: Bradley University, Bachelor of Arts EMPLOYMENT FIRM AND POSITION): Multimedia Sales & Marketing, Sr. Account Manager OTHER CIVIC ACTIVITIES: Elmhurst Heritage Foundation,St. Peter's UCC, Police Academy Graduate (ON APPLIED FoR: 4th Ward Alderman Why are you interested in serving on this board or commission? My goal is to deepen my involvement in the local community and expand my outreach to have a positive impact on Ward residents and business and the city What skills would you bring to this position? Experience and rapport with many City Departments. Consensus builder,strong finance background, public speaker, active participant in local issues, personnel management Please list any previous city positions you have held, if any Elmhurst Heritage Foundation President and Board Member Applications will be co dered for one ye ‘ou object to consideration by the Maygg for appointment to a di rom the date of subs sent board or commission? SIGNATUREMay 17, 2019 The Honorable Steve Morley Mayor, City of Elmhurst 209 N. York Street Elmhurst, It 60126 Dear Mayor Morley, | am interested in serving as the 4" Ward Alderman. For years, | have been focused on staying abreast of city issues, developing relationships with members of the community, and performing hands-on community involvement through the Elmhurst Heritage Foundation. | feel that my qualifications afid involvement with our city government makes me uniquely qualified to serve as Alderman for the Fourth Ward. ‘As President of the Elmhurst Heritage Foundation, we have many accomplishments, such as record numbers of visitors exploring the museum’s campus. During my tenure, Dave Oberg has been hired to serve as the Museum. Director and ! worked closely with him to ensure a smooth transition. The process of Dave's hiring gave me the opportunity to build closer relationships with city officials, such as the City Manager, Mayor and Assistant City Manager. | continue to value this partnership and support for the Foundation hosted events. Beyond my role as Foundation President, | continue to lead the Development Committee that provides funds for an annual museum grant. We currently have hundreds af members and donors supporting the museum, including local businesses who support of our Beer Fest and Museum Exhibits. | have always appreciated the opportunity to share our accomplishments at the City Council Budget Meetings. Both the History Museum and Police Station are in the 4 Ward and | know that addressing future building needs will be upcoming issues for the City to face. Outside of my civic efforts, | have served ina variety of leadership capacities at my local church. Serving as Council President, | lead the search for a new Pastor, supervised staff, developed budgets and chaired audits. My experience with financial issues and personnel matters will greatly benefit Elmhurst in working as an Alderman, In business and in my volunteer work, | cultivate interactions with individuals and organizations to foster positive relationships. in business, | have hired and trained staff who maintain industry-leading reputation, | am a good listener, who is open to people expressing their opinions and developing a consensus with those with whom | serve. As Elmhurst works to move forward from the current shutdown, | think it especially important to have respectful dialogue, as tough discussions and decisions are ahead. | am well-equipped to drive these conversations and to help our city adapt in these changing times. | am passionate about making a positive impact on Elmhurst and representing our residents in the 4" Ward. | greatly appreciate the opportunity to further discuss with you the passion | have for serving the residents of the 4" Ward as Alderman. Thank you for your consideration.MICHAEL BAKER PERSONAL PROFILE Experienced management professional skilled at initiating and developing strategic partnerships and key account management. An effective leader with years of sales, marketing, hiring and management experience. Created diverse groups of teams to support sales through increasing client base, customer retention and customer loyalty. Extensive leadership responsibilities in numerous philanthropic organizations. Experienced at building cohesive, long-term relationships which serve to benefit the community. PROFESSIONAL HISTORY Multimedia Sales & Marketing Buffalo Grove, IL Sr. Account Manager 2019 - Present ‘* Manage clients who account for $2 million in annual corporate revenues ‘* Utilize several software programs, including CRM systems, to meet sales department goals and objectives © Directed a team, in-person and remote, transitioning all personnel, procedures, strategies, marketing and administration following corporate sale ‘© Signed over 97% of previous radio station clients to new, long-term agreements ‘Increased personal client management base by 50% following corporate downsizing ‘Reviewed over $1.5 million in previously sold business ensuring there were no conflicts between organizations PSI Marketing Consultants, Inc. Rolling Meadows, IL Vice President of Marketing/Sales 1988-2019 ‘+ Identified, negotiated, signed and executed contracts for a portfolio of 500 radio station clients per year, including stations from the industry's largest ownership groups ‘* Managed corporate marketing to radio stations in all 50 states with an emphasis on creating renewable relationships with media clients and providing the sales team with optimal revenue opportunities Michael Baker 1Managed departments of up to nine employees, including hiring, training and goal setting for future sales targets ‘Supervised individual sales managers at three branches with an emphasis on providing support and accountability for sales performance while developing sales systems to enhance the quality of business Handled all corporate public speaking at conference events or industry events Performed data analysis and consulted sales department on a weekly basis to maximize salesperson and manager accountability ORGANIZATION, VOLUNTEER WORK Elmhurst Heritage Foundation Elmhurst, IL President 2017-2019 Executed day-to-day management of the organi tion, including overall fundraising and management of 18-member board Worked directly with the Executive Director of the Elmhurst History Museum to develop plans to fulfill the museum's mission of educating the community on local history Led the Foundation in reorganizing committee structure to streamline responsibilities and increase effectiveness Chair of Development Committee 2015-Present Direct the Annual Campaign of Fundraising for the Elmhurst History Museum, which annually raises more than $45,000 to benefit museum programs and exhibits Generated a donor campaign with a 25% response rate, triple the average of most non-profits ‘Manage the organization of events which bring thousands of people to the museum annually, including the Elmhurst Craft Beer Fest and multiple exhi openings Lead a team which is developing a strategic plan for the organization based on the current environment in non-profit giving Recruit new Board candidates to fill open vacancies Increased organization assets by 12% while simultaneously increasing grant giving to the History Museum, including a 30% increase in 2019 Michael Baker 2City of Elmhurst Elmhurst, IL Candidate for Fourth Ward Alderman 2012, 2014 © Managed all aspects of campaign including database management, mailers, brochures and signs with a goal of generating name awareness ‘© Met over 1,000 registered voters, in addition to participating the televised League of Women’s Voters Forum St. Peter’s United Church of Christ Elmhurst, IL Member of Staff Relations Committee 2009-2020 © Member of a team managing a seven-person church staff overseeing goal setting and salary reviews *© Developed and audited annual budget for staff based on a data-driven analysis of the current state of congregation donations Chairman of Audit Committee 2004-Present © Examine financial statements for accuracy and recommend best accounting practices © Orgai 1e meetings, designate appropriate financial segments to analyze, review procedures and create final reports for five-person committee overseeing a $500,000 budget EDUCATION Bradley University Peoria, Ik Bachelor of Arts Degree May 1982 ‘Majors: Journalism; Journalism Broadcasting Michael Baker 3