Geography of Illinois

Chicago Atlantic Provides $10 Million Credit Facility to Silverpeak Holdings, LLC

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Chicago, Geography of Illinois, Cities in the United States, Illinois

CHICAGO, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Green Ivy Capital, LLC ("Green Ivy Capital"), an affiliate of Chicago Atlantic Advisers, LLC ("Chicago Atlantic"), announced today it funded a new$10 millionsenior secured term loan facility (the "Term Loan Facility") for Silverpeak Holdings, LLC ("Silverpeak"), a vertically integrated operator in Colorado.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Green Ivy Capital, LLC ("Green Ivy Capital"), an affiliate of Chicago Atlantic Advisers, LLC ("Chicago Atlantic"), announced today it funded a new$10 millionsenior secured term loan facility (the "Term Loan Facility") for Silverpeak Holdings, LLC ("Silverpeak"), a vertically integrated operator in Colorado.
  • "We are excited to support Silverpeak, an experienced operator in Colorado and believe this capital will act as a catalyst for the next stage of growth" said Thomas Miles, Vice President at Chicago Atlantic.
  • "Silverpeak has a strong management team, brand, and operations that have had a ton of success being profitable in a competitive market."
  • Chapman Ducote, Founder of Silverpeak, said, "It was truly a pleasure to work with Chicago Atlantic on this transaction.

#ChiDuckyDerby Returns to Chicago River for Special Olympics Illinois on Aug. 5

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Wednesday, August 4, 2021
Geography of Illinois, Illinois counties, Chicago metropolitan area, Bathing, Rubber duck, Ducky, Jewel, Chicago, Splash

CHICAGO, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, August 5, at 1 p.m., 70,000 rubber ducks will splash into the Chicago River off the Columbus Bridge for the 2021 Chicago Ducky Derby presented by Jewel-Osco to benefit Special Olympics Illinois.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 4, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- On Thursday, August 5, at 1 p.m., 70,000 rubber ducks will splash into the Chicago River off the Columbus Bridge for the 2021 Chicago Ducky Derby presented by Jewel-Osco to benefit Special Olympics Illinois.
  • In lieu of an in person event, last year featured a two-hour Virtual Festival that raised over $400,000 for Special Olympics Illinois.
  • This year, Special Olympics Illinois will also offer the Chicago Ducky Derby Virtual Festival for those not attending in person.
  • Special Olympics Illinois athlete Mallory Taylor serves as the 2021 Duck Ambassador and will appear at the finish line to hold up the winning duck.

Young Engineers Chicago Near West Launches to Inspire Future Engineers

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Geography of Illinois, Illinois, Geography of Chicago, Chicago, West Side, Chicago, Community areas of Chicago

CHICAGO, August 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Young Engineers Chicago Near West (CNW) launched their first classes last month at Casa Central in Humboldt Park, the largest Hispanic social service agency in the Midwest.

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  • CHICAGO, August 3, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Young Engineers Chicago Near West (CNW) launched their first classes last month at Casa Central in Humboldt Park, the largest Hispanic social service agency in the Midwest.
  • Visit ChicagoNearWest.youngengineers.org to learn more about the Young Engineers programs offered throughout Chicago's Near West Side.
  • For more information about Young Engineers Chicago Near West, please contact [email protected] .
  • Kita Gandhi, Young Engineers Chicago Near West, 7736094112, [email protected]

Paylocity Momentum Continues as Clients Embrace Modern Workforce Solutions To Improve Business Outcomes in Highly Competitive Labor Environment

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Tuesday, August 3, 2021
Paylocity, Schaumburg, Illinois, Chicago metropolitan area, Geography of Illinois, Illinois counties

Companies are leveraging these features to help elevate the employee experience in the current competitive environment, where attracting and retaining talent has become paramount.

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  • Companies are leveraging these features to help elevate the employee experience in the current competitive environment, where attracting and retaining talent has become paramount.
  • The company has also received recognition for these solutions from third-party organizations including G2 and Lighthouse Research and Advisory.
  • Paylocity clients also have access to deep insights into their organization through the Modern Workforce Index (MWI).
  • Paylocity (NASDAQ: PCTY) is a leading provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions headquartered in Schaumburg, IL.

Univar Solutions to Expand Footprint with New Facility in Abbotsford, British Columbia

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Downers Grove, Illinois, Univar Solutions, Companies, Geography of Illinois, Univar Canada

DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value-added services, announced today that it has begun construction on a new custom-designed facility in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada. The SAP-ready facility is expected to open during the first half of 2023 and aligns with the Company's long-term sustainability commitment to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050. With the goal of offering energy efficient technology and compliance through the latest emission standards as well as innovative logistic and storage strengths, the facility will also include a whole-site tank telemetry system for real-time product inventory.

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  • DOWNERS GROVE, Ill., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Univar Solutions Inc. (NYSE: UNVR) ("Univar Solutions" or "the Company"), a global chemical and ingredient distributor and provider of value-added services, announced today that it has begun construction on a new custom-designed facility in Abbotsford, British Columbia, Canada.
  • "We're excited to build-on our leading position in the British Columbia market with more growth opportunities for our suppliers to meet local customer needs."
  • The new facility is expected to more strategically place Univar Solutions' products and services to deliver a streamlined and efficient experience.
  • Univar Solutions (NYSE: UNVR) is a leading global specialty chemical and ingredient distributor representing a premier portfolio from the world's leading producers.

Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas names Mary Ellen Podmolik as her new Director of Communications

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Monday, August 2, 2021
Maria Pappas, Geography of Illinois, Cook County Treasurer, Chicago Tribune, Chicago, Illinois, Tribune, Magazines

CHICAGO, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Mary Ellen Podmolik on Monday joined the Office of Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas as director of communications.

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  • CHICAGO, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Mary Ellen Podmolik on Monday joined the Office of Cook County Treasurer Maria Pappas as director of communications.
  • Podmolik is a seasoned writer, editor and manager who recently left the Chicago Tribune, where she was a director of content and business editor for the past six years.
  • "I'm thrilled that Mary Ellen has joined our office in this new role, where she will oversee all office communications and outreach," Pappas said.
  • "While writing on the housing crisis and the Great Recession for the Tribune, I saw up close the difficulties faced by many homeowners in Cook County," Podmolik said.

Automated Business Designs Named One of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® in 2021

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Chicago, Geography of Illinois, Cities in the United States, Illinois

CHICAGO, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Automated Business Designs (ABD), developers of Ultra-Staff EDGE staffing and recruiting software, was named one of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2021.

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  • CHICAGO, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Automated Business Designs (ABD), developers of Ultra-Staff EDGE staffing and recruiting software, was named one of Chicago's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For in 2021.
  • The Best and Brightest Program honors companies that distinguish themselves as having the most innovative and thoughtful human resources approach.
  • "We are extremely proud to be named a 2021 Chicago's Best and Brightest Company to Work For, especially after this past year," said Terri Roeslmeier, President and CEO of Automated Business Designs.
  • "Being named one of Chicago's Best and Brightest companies is truly an honor and something the entire company takes great pride in having received," said Mary Hauck, Systems Engineer at Automated Business Designs.

ScrubaDub and the Quincy School ~ Community Partnership (QSCP) Team Up To Support Local Food Pantries

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Monday, July 26, 2021
Food waste, Charity, Sharing economy, Quincy, Massachusetts, Food bank, Articles, Quincy, Illinois, Quincy, Geography of Illinois, Geography of the United States

QUINCY, Mass., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In honor of ScrubaDub Auto Wash Center's new Quincy, MA location, the 3rd generation family business has teamed up with the Quincy School ~ Community Partnership (QSCP) to support Quincy food pantries.

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  • QUINCY, Mass., July 26, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --In honor of ScrubaDub Auto Wash Center's new Quincy, MA location, the 3rd generation family business has teamed up with the Quincy School ~ Community Partnership (QSCP) to support Quincy food pantries.
  • With food pantries in Quincy still recovering from the Covid-19 pandemic, this community initiative aims to collect food and monetary support for the pantries while rewarding donors with free ScrubaDub car wash services.
  • From July 29 August 9, 2021, visit ScrubaDub Quincy at 147 Coddington St, Quincy, MA to donate non-perishable canned/boxed food items (i.e.
  • "It's an honor to partner with the QSCP to support local food pantries," said Mathew Paisner, ScrubaDub's Director of Business Development.

ARBA Retail Systems Receives 2020 Best of Naperville Award

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Software, Technology, Small business, Professional services, Chicago metropolitan area, Naperville, Illinois, Geography of Illinois, Illinois, Naperville Award Program, ARBA Retail POS Systems, NAPERVILLE AWARD PROGRAM, ARBA RETAIL POS SYSTEMS

ARBA Retail Systems has been selected for the 2020 Best of Naperville Award in the Computer Software category by the Naperville Award Program.

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  • ARBA Retail Systems has been selected for the 2020 Best of Naperville Award in the Computer Software category by the Naperville Award Program.
  • Each year, the Naperville Award Program identifies companies that we believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category.
  • The Naperville Award Program is an annual awards program honoring the achievements and accomplishments of local businesses throughout the Naperville area.
  • The Naperville Award Program was established to recognize the best of local businesses in our community.

Private Developer Brings Attainable Housing to Naperville

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Friday, July 16, 2021
Chicago metropolitan area, Naperville, Illinois, Geography of Illinois

Naperville, Illinois is home to a bold new experiment in attainable housing, which provides a model for communities across the United States.

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  • Naperville, Illinois is home to a bold new experiment in attainable housing, which provides a model for communities across the United States.
  • Rather, it's what he calls attainable housing: "there's no mandated government restriction on the rent; the market is determining the rent here."
  • It will provide attainable housing to hundreds of Naperville residents for years to come.
  • And they see opportunities in Naperville and across the country to build more attainable housing.