Agenda
5:30 pm
Silent Auction
Raffle Tickets Available
Open Bar
Passed Hors d’Oeuvres and Wine
Music Provided by DJ
6:00 pm
Opening Welcome/Greeting
6:00–7:30 pm
Food Stations Open
7:00 pm
First Auction Tables Close
7:10 pm
Second Auction Tables Close
7:20 pm
Educational Program Introduction
Raffle Winner Announcement
Live Auction
7:30 pm
Dessert and Coffee Station Open
8:30 pm
Event Closes
Auction items will be available shortly after the Live Auction ends
and must be picked up downstairs tonight.
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
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welcome letter from the chair
Dear Friends,
Welcome to the Eighth Annual Windy City Biz Bash! We hope you have a wonderful
evening — spending time with friends, meeting new people, enjoying fine food,
cocktails and music, and of course, bidding on the many great items in our silent
and live auctions.
This incredible night would not be possible without the help of so many people and
organizations. Thank you to our gold and silver sponsors — CareerBuilder, Google,
Goose Island, and Search Engine Strategies. We also want to acknowledge and thank
the in-kind sponsors for the thousands of hours donated to make this event possible.
If you are looking for new suppliers, we whole-heartedly give each and every one of
them a letter of recommendation. Their outstanding devotion to delivering the best in
every way has made Biz Bash what it is … a premier event in the city.
Please take time tonight to thank the volunteers who make this event happen. From
auction donations to advertising, from venue to food, from media to event marketing,
from creative to printing, millions of details were handled and decisions made by
volunteers who selflessly gave of their time and energy. This year, we not only had a
record number of volunteers, but an incredibly talented group of individuals serving as
team leaders. You will find their names on page 4 and we hope you will find them
tonight and say thank you.
We also want to thank Marla Schrager for her leadership in turning over this event
to a new chair and assistant chair. Her wisdom, patience and constant creativity has
been a personal and professional inspiration to both of us.
Tonight, it’s your turn. Enjoy the evening, and keep in mind that the proceeds generated
from your attendance — your bids — your donations go to support the strength and
vitality of BMA/Chicago. A portion of the proceeds specifically fund the BMA/Chicago
Educational Program. You can find out more about this great new program on page 9.
It’s the Windy City Biz Bash, so bid often, and bid high!
Sincerely,
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Karen Pittenger
Vesna Arsic
2009 WINDY CITY BIZ BASH CHAIR
2009 WINDY CITY BIZ BASH ASSISTANT CHAIR
Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
2008–2009 board of directors
President
Gary Slack, SLACK BARSHINGER
Executive Vice President
Suzanne Martin, MOTOROLA
Vice Presidents
Jeanine Gaffke, JOHNSON DIVERSEY
William Parke, CME GROUP
Fareed Khan, USG BUILDING SYSTEMS
Carolyn Kae Phillips,
WORLD BUSINESS CHICAGO
Treasurers
Edmond Russ, GRANT THORNTON
Linda Meenan, WILDMAN HARROLD
Secretary
Margaret Essary, PALADIN
Directors
Teresa Poggenpohl, ACCENTURE
Phil Clement, AON CORPORATION
Karen Pittenger, BLACK OLIVE
George Rafeedie, BLUESILVER, INC
Courtney Tabellione, BUSINESSWEEK
Jason Ferrara, CAREERBUILDER
Chris Iannuccilli, CHICAGO BOOTH
Mary Uhrina, CLEARLY WRITE
Randy Pitzer, EDELMAN
Bill Utter, FLEISHMAN-HILLARD, INC.
Mike Burke, FORBES
Brian Peters, GYROHSR
Jennifer Howard, GOOGLE
Margaret Posh, INDEPENDENT
Melissa Roy, MICROSOFT CORPORATION
Michael Krauss, MARKET STRATEGY GROUP, LLC
Stephen Ban, NUVEEN INVESTMENTS
Tony Lorenz, PROACTIVE, A FREEMAN COMPANY
Tom Insprucker, SQUARE D BY SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC
George Stenitzer, TELLABS
Anne Toulouse, THE BOEING COMPANY
Reggie Riley, THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
Kathi Wright, WELLS FARGO BUSINESS CREDIT
Larry Zar, ZAR MARKETING
Immediate Past President
Isidora Lagos, WILLIAM BLAIR & COMPANY
Academic Advisor
Don Schultz, NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY
Heidi Schultz, AGORA, INC.
Executive Director
Marla Schrager, BMA CHICAGO
Accountant
Mary Wolf, WOLF PACK CONSULTING
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
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2009 windy city biz bash committee
Chair
Karen Pittenger, BLACK OLIVE
Assistant Chair
Vesna Arsic, GLOBAL STRATEGIC ADVISORS
The most remarkable aspect of tonight’s event is the number of volunteers who
worked feverishly for months to make this evening a success. From music and décor
to the menu and auction items, great care was taken at every turn. It is a testament
to the dedication of the BMA members that year after year, the volunteer base grows
more diverse and greater in numbers. We would like to extend our deepest gratitude!
Committee Members
Alex Diaz
Alison Ray, METROPOLITAN
Allison Wolcott
Andrew Moses, LYNN HAZAN & ASSOCIATES
Bob Copeland
Brad Beiermann, CIMSTRAT INC.
Bruce Ulrich, PRODUCTIVE DISPLAYS
Carolyn Gerard, GERARD DESIGN
Christine Pieretti
Christopher West
Claire Mattison
Claudia Hartung, ACCENTURE
David Sherman
Devin Jones, SOURCE4
Diane Dunne, ALZHEIMER ASSOCIATION
Dianne Walsh
Dick Strassburger, COLMAN BROHAN DAVIS
Doug Hampel, GIBBS & SOELL PUBLIC RELATIONS
Doug Still, JOHNSBYRNE COMPANY
Elena Fields, AC NIELSEN
Frank J. Raney, Jr.
Heidi Miller
Jackie Kuehl, KUEHL MARKETING
Jeffrey McKay
Jim McElherne, GES
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
John Romi, SOURCE4
Juhana Steen, COLORADO TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY ONLINE
Kam Lau, GERARD DESIGN
Karen Bobbe, GERARD DESIGN
Karen Pittenger, BLACK OLIVE
Kelly Hale, SOURCE4
Kelly Muldoon, SILVERKEY TECHNOLOGIES
Kim Adams, DAVIS HARRISON DION
Larry Labow
Larry Zar, ZAR MARKETING
Laurie Pasler, BLUFISH PRODUCTIONS
Leslie Sutton
Lexie Alcon, EDELMAN
Linda Carlisle
Lisa Johnson, GERARD DESIGN
Lora Cattoni
Lori Chavez
Lynn Hazan, LYNN HAZAN & ASSOCIATES
Mari Telios, SOURCE TELIOS
Mary Wolf, WOLF PACK CONSULTING
Matt James, SOURCE4
Meghan Bradley
Meghan Limacher, DAVIS HARRISON DION
Michele Stafne
Michelle Galvan
Patrick Schab, GERARD DESIGN
Pattie Cagney Sheehan, SECOND ACT CHICAGO
Pon Angara, BARKADA CREATIVE
Rebekah Brown, AT LAST MARKETING
Rose Lynn Wicklander
Ruchira Gupta
Sandra Hotton, VISIONAIRE
Scott Fishman, STUDIO SATELLITE
Sue Chamberlain
Sue Harrison, DAVIS HARRISON DION
Sue Levand, LEVAND MARKETING
Teresa Canna
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Designates Leadership Team
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
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Please join us in thanking these companies
for their generous support
GOLD SPONSOR
SILVER SPONSOR
Creative Services, Promotional Support and In-Kind Services
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
Luncheon Raffle Prizes
Event Support
Wildman, Harrold, Allen & Dixon, LLP
Blue Plate Catering
Joffrey Ballet
Boom Entertainment
Motorola
Freeman
Levy Restaurants
Jim Miller, Auctioneer
Giordano’s
Tree Studios
Mercury Theatre
Media Donations
BMA/Chicago is extremely grateful for the tremendous support of publishers who
have so generously donated their space.
The Wall Street Journal
BusinessWeek
Harvard Business Review
BrandWeek
Lamar Outdoor
Spirit Magazine
American Machinist
Food Product Design
Machine Design
Automotive Design & Production
Cutting Tool Engineering
Modern Machine Shop
Moldmaking Technology
Production Machining
Media donations are auctioned at a generous discount (40%-50% off the rate card)
and funds are donated to BMA/Chicago. All buyers are expected to respect the
publisher’s benevolence by utilizing any space purchased as an incremental addition
to previously committed media plans. To sustain future support from the media, BMA/
Chicago expects our buyers to honor previous purchase commitments and use auction
wins only as additions to their schedule. At the rates typically achieved at auction,
it’s a win-win proposition if we abide by the rules.
If you are interested in purchasing or participating in media donations, please contact
Marla Schrager, Executive Director, BMA/Chicago at 312-943-8040 or
marla.schrager@bmachicago.org.
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
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About BMA/Chicago!
We’re Chicago’s chapter of the Business Marketing Association, founded in 1921,
an international organization of professionals who concentrate on business-to-business
marketing and communications in a wide variety of industries. BMA/Chicago is the
Business Marketing Association’s single largest chapter, serving 450+ members who
live and work in the Chicago area and nearby states. We work as marketers at area
companies (34%), as executives in B2B advertising agencies (28%), as educators,
consultants and writers (14%), and as suppliers (20%) helping to market products
and services from one business to another.
BMA members know:
• That you can never be too experienced or too successful to learn new skills,
gain new insight or meet new people.
• That a single idea can change everything. A BMA event is a fountain
of new ideas that motivate, educate and inspire.
• That having a professional network of smart, experienced and successful
professionals has a profound impact on their career.
• That BMA/Chicago is the place to enhance skills, gain insight and develop
relationships to last a lifetime.
Consider joining BMA for exclusive members-only benefits:
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The BMA/Chicago Directory
Publications and white papers from the national BMA
Eligibility for professional B-to-B certification and training
Member rates for guests joining you at BMA events
Free postings to BMA/Chicago CareerLink listings
A qualified subscription to BtoB Magazine … a $59 value
You can join or register for BMA programs at bmachicago.org, or contact
Marla Schrager, Executive Director, BMA/Chicago at 312-943-8040 or
marla.schrager@bmachicago.org.
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
BMA/Chicago Educational Program
This year, the BMA/Chicago introduced the newly formed Educational Program.
Funded by the proceeds from the Windy City Biz Bash, this program helps
educate and promote business-to-business marketing communications amongst
undergraduate and graduate students studying business or communications.
BMA/Chicago developed the Educational Program out of its mission to provide
unparalleled learning experiences that keep business-to-business marketing
professionals ahead of the curve. Going forth, the Educational Program will also
include scholarship opportunities for Chicago area students.
The objective of the program is to accentuate a student’s learning with a keener
understanding of business-to-business marketing compared to business-to-consumer
initiatives. This year, Christine Pieretti was selected from a highly competitive field
to serve as an intern for the Chicago chapter. In addition to gaining valuable skills
and insights while assisting BMA staff with database management, event planning,
messaging and communications, Ms. Pieretti will also spend time with top B-to-B
executives who will serve as mentors. Together they will explore each participating
company’s marketing structure, marketing channel mix and more.
If your company is interested in supporting the BMA/Chicago Educational Program,
please contact Marla Schrager, Executive Director, BMA/Chicago at 312-943-8040 or
marla.schrager@bmachicago.org.
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
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BMA Member Companies
3D Exhibits Inc.
3xData Corporation
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Baker & McKenzie
Barkada Creative
Barton & Barton Ltd.
BDO Consulting
BennettBaker, Ltd.
Berlin Packaging
BeTuitive Publishing
Big Shoes Network, Inc.
Black Jade Creative
Black Olive
BlueCross BlueShield of IL/TX/NM/OK
BlueSilver Inc.
BluFish Productions
BMA/Chicago
Boomm! Marketing & Communications
Bowe Bell + Howell Scanners LLC
Brad Baskin Photography
BRB Development
Brendan Ross, Photographer
Briant Associates, Inc.
Brill Street + Company
Brinks Hofer Gilson & Lione
Buck Consultants
BuildSite LLC
Business Marketing Institute
BusinessWeek
BXA Associates, Ltd.
A
A & H Lithoprint, Inc.
A.T. Kearney
AAR Defense Systems & Logistics
Accenture
ACCO Brands
Adcomm Group
Added Incentives
ADP Dealer Services
Adventive Marketing, Inc.
AHMA
Alcoa
ALFA International
All Creation
Alliant Credit Union
Allianz
Ambius
American Health Information
Management Association
American Hospital Association (AHA)
American Unit Inc.
Ames Design
ammado
Amway Global
Aon Corporation
Aon Global Risk Consulting
AP ltd.
Aquent
ArrowStream
ARS Interactive
Arthur J. Gallagher Risk
Management Services
Astrakahn State Technical University
At Last Marketing
AT&T Media Solutions
Atlas Material Testing Technology LLC
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C
Cambridge Solutions
Canright Communications
CareerBuilder
Carolyn Grisko & Associates
Cars.com
Carylon Corporation
Catalyst Exhibits, Inc.
CCC Information Services Inc.
CCC Technologies, Inc.
CDW
Celtic, Inc.
CEP Exhibits
Chempetitive Group
Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
Chicago Convention & Tourism Bureau
Chicago Tribune Media Group
Chichester Consulting LLC
CIMCO Communications
Cimstrat, Inc.
CISION, Inc.
Citadel Broadcasting — WLS 890 AM
Clausen Miller PC
ClearGauge, Inc.
Clearly Write
CME Group Inc.
CNA
Coil Counts Ford & Cheney
Colbert Packaging Corporation
Coleman Partners
Colman Brohan Davis
Colorado Technical University Online
Comcast Cable
Compuletter, Inc.
Computershare
Condé Nast
ConnectMedia Ventures, LLC
Coporate Graphics of America, Inc.
Cornerstone International
Strategy Advisors LLC
Coronelli Advisors
Corporate Imaging Concepts
Crain's Chicago Business
CS Communications
CTCreative
Cummins-Allison Corp.
D
Darwill
Data Management Marketing
David James Group
David R. Gilbert & Associates, Ltd.
Davis Harrison Dion
DePaul University
Derse Exhibits
designkitchen
DMS
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
Domino Amjet
Donald L. Arends, Inc.
E
E Tech System, Inc.
Edelman Public Relations Worldwide
EggFusion, Inc.
ELAU, Inc.
Eloqua Corporation
Equity Residential
Erickson Research
E-RM
Event Architects
Exhibit Concepts
Exhibitgroup/Giltspur
Experian Marketing Services
F
Fathom Communications
FD Ashton Partners
First Industrial Realty Trust
First Nonprofit Insurance Company
Fitzgerald Marketing Communications
Fleishman-Hillard, Inc.
FMC Technologies
Foley & Lardner LLP
Forbes Magazine
Fortune | Money Group
Freeman
FUSION b2b, Inc.
Fusion92
G
G. Temple Associates, Ltd.
GasPedal
GBC
GEM Communications
Gerard Design
GES Exposition Services
Gibbs & Soell Public Relations, Inc.
GolinHarris
Google
Grainger
Grant Thornton, LLP
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Great Lakes Media Technology, Inc.
GRP Media, Inc.
Grubb 7 Ellis
GyroHSR, LLC
JohnsByrne Company
JPMorgan Chase
JRS Consulting, Inc.
K
kCura Corp.
Keith Bates & Associates, Inc.
Ketchum Midwest
Kingwill Company
KPMG LLP
KSA, Inc.
H
H+A International
Hamilton & Bond Advertising, Inc.
Harmony Communications & Design
Harper College
Harvard Business Review
Hazlett Associates, Inc.
Healthcare Information and
Management Systems Society
(HIMSS)
Hewitt Associates LLC
Hewlett-Packard Company
HFMA
Hodge Communications, Inc.
Horizon Hobby
Humana
L
Lake Forest Corporate Education
Launch Creative Marketing
Lawson Products
L.C. Williams & Associates
LEC
Lee Hecht Harrison
Leica Microsystems, Inc.
Lightview Consulting Group
Littelfuse Inc.
Live Marketing
LoSasso Advertising
Lynn Hazan & Associates
I
i.d. clare & company
IBM Corporation
Illinois Technology Association (ITA)
Illinois Venture Capital Association
Incisicemedia
Indiana University Center for
International Business
Education & Research
InfoManiacs
Initiate Systems
Insight Research Associates
Integrated Media Cooperative
Interline Creative Group
IRI
Irishman Speaks
J
Jacobs & Clevenger, Inc.
Jacobs Agency Inc.
Jambor & Associates
JEG Associates
Jenner & Block
JiWire
John Deere
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MAB Advertising, Inc.
Macrovision Inc.
Maddock Douglas, Inc.
MARC USA
Mark James & Associates
MarkComm
Market Strategy Group
Market Wire
Marketing Communications Program
MarketingHire.com
MarketSense
Marquette Group
Marsh Inc.
MB Financial Bank
McGuffin Creative Group, Inc.
McKinney/Chicago
MediaTec Publishing
Merydith Communications
Meyers & Partners
Microsoft
Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
MJ Hudak & Associates
Mobium Integrated Branding LLC
Model Metrics, Inc.
Motorola
Moveo Integrated Branding
Mulberry Marketing Group
Proforma InPrint
PromoWorks, LLC
Pronto Connections, Inc.
Q
Quilogy
R
Renishaw Inc.
Reputation Partners, LLC
Research Works Chicago
Resolution Digital Studios
Restaurant.com
Reynolds Communications Group
Richards Graphic Communications, Inc.
RightPoint Consulting
Robert Brandt & Associates, Inc.
Robertson Lowstuter
Robinson & Maites
RT Associates, Inc.
Russell Reynolds Associates
RWM & Associates
N
Navigant Consulting, Inc.
Navistar, Inc.
NAVTEQ
Neal & McDevitt, LLC
Neithercut Strategic Marketing
NeuVision Group LLC
Newsweb Radio —
WCPT 820AM & 9FM
NM Marketing Communications
Northern Illinois University
Northrop Grumman
NorthShore University HealthSystem
Nuveen Investments
NVISION, a division of North
American Corporation
O
One Smooth Stone
Our Big Splash, LLC
P
Packaging Corporation of America
Paladin Recruiting & Staffing
Paradowski Creative
Paragon Media
Parlay Communications, Ltd.
PCG, Inc.
Peacock Nine
Penn Garritano Direct Response
Pentair, Inc.
Penton Business Media
Pepper Global
Perrygraf Inc.
Philips Lighting Electronics
Pipal Research Corporation
Plum Productions
PollStream
ProActive, a Freeman Company
Proforma Corporate Product Solutions
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
S
S&C Electric Company
Sales Sherpas
Scott McGarvey Associates
SCR Transportation Inc.
Scranton Gillette Communications
Sears Holdings Corporation
Second Act
Second City Communications
Shaker Recruitment Advertising
& Communications
Sheffield Marketing Partners
Sidley Austin LLP
Siegman Consulting Services
Siemens Building Technologies
SilverPop
Skidmore, Owings & Merrill LLP
Slack Barshinger
Source4
Specialty Print Comunications
Spraying Systems Company
SPSS, Inc.
Square D/Schneider Electric
SRDS
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Stack Communications, LLC
Steadfast Data Systems, Inc.
Stelnicki Partners
Stevens & Tate Marketing
Stillwater Creative Group
Strategic Intent
StudioNorth
Sumitomo Chemical America, Inc.
Susan Rosenstein Executive
Search Limited
Symmetri Marketing Group
Synchronicity Inc.
U
Ubiquity Group
UHC
Underwriters Laboratories Inc.
Ungaretti & Harris LLP
Universal Creative Concepts
University of Chicago
University of Chicago Booth School
of Business
UPC Solar
USG Corporation
V
Vertical, Incorporated
Victory Sports marketing
Visient Partners
T
TC Public Relations
Technomic, Inc.
Telesis Associates Consulting
Tellabs
Tesar-Reynes
The August Jackson Company
The Boeing Company
The Clement Group
The Dow Chemical Company
The Hollingsworth Group, Inc.
The Juniper Group
The Lighton Group
The Martec Group
The Media Center
The New York Times Media Group
The Nielsen Company
The NPD Group
The SAVO Group
The Wall Street Journal
The Narup Group
Thomson Reuters
Time Inc. — Targeted Media
Tom the Wordsmith
TopRight
Torque, Ltd.
TotalWorks, Inc.
Towers Perrin
Treasury Strategies, Inc.
TT Patton
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W.W. Grainger, Inc.
West Monroe Partners LLC
Wheels, Inc.
Wiglaf Pricing
Wildman Harrold
Winslow Studios, Inc.
Winsper Inc.
Wolf Pack Consulting
World Business Chicago
Write Results Inc.
WriteSEO, Inc.
Y
Yaskawa Electric America
Z
zunpartners
Zar Marketing
Zocalo Group
Zoom Marketing
Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
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Guidelines for a Satisfying Auction Experience
Auction items and materials are displayed on tables throughout the room, so grab
a drink and start bidding on the incredible items donated for this event!
At registration, you will be assigned a unique bidder number and it will be attached
to the back of your program. When you find an item you want, simply write your
bidder number and name next to the blank line. Be sure to note the minimum raise.
And, be sure to keep checking the bid sheets for the items in which you are interested.
Prices can increase rapidly!
Items one through nine will be available during our Live Auction. Prior to the auction,
these items will be displayed on the auction tables for viewing. If there is an item
you want, note it in your program book and be ready to raise your arm during the
Live Auction!
Bidding will close by section. Prior to the close of the bidding, our professional
auctioneer, Jim Miller, will be making announcements reminding you that the tables
will be closing at approximately 7:00 pm and 7:10 pm — this is the perfect time for
another bidder to snap up your goodies so pay close attention!
When the Silent Auction tables close, our merchandise runners will remove the
items and bring them to our staging area downstairs to prepare them for pickup
following the Live Auction.
How To You Know If You Won
If you bid on an item, you can see if you won by looking at a copy of the bid sheet
that will be left on a clipboard where the item was during the auction. You can also
go to the check-out area downstairs and ask one of our volunteers to check on this
for you.
Picking Up Your Items Tonight
Items must be paid for and picked up no later than 8:30 pm this evening. Special
pickup/delivery arrangements are available but must be discussed tonight.
If you have any questions about an item, how to bid or check out, please ask one
of our table monitors.
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
Raffle
42-inch LCD Vizio Flatscreen
Experience true High Definition with this Vizio 42-inch LCD HDTV. Exhibiting a full 1080P image, 16:9 viewing dimensions and unparalleled 120hz
frame rate refresh. Free delivery to the Chicagoland area.
PLUM PRODUCTIONS
$1200
Live
1. Mag Mile Extravaganza
Walk Chicago, and see Chicago like never before. The Chicago Architecture
Foundation has graciously donated four passes to any one of their most
popular walking tours of your choice. Take a load off with Al Fresco Dining
and Mini-Golf for an evening of fun at The Green at Grant Park with $100
towards dinner, wine and golf then sleep it off with one night’s stay in a
Deluxe Room at The Swissotel Chicago.
CHICAGO ARCHITECTURE FOUNDATION, THE GREEN AT GRANT PARK &
SWISSOTEL CHICAGO
$400
2. A Day at the Races
Spend Saturday, June 20, 2009 at Blackhawk Farms Raceway in Rockton,
Illinois. Includes four tickets to ride vintage race cars! The party of four will
also receive team t-shirts, hats and lunch with the race team.
JEFF BABCOCK
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3. Eagle Ridge Resort & Spa
One night lodging in an Inn Room and complimentary breakfast for two.
Two rounds of 18-hole golf and complimentary range balls. Not valid on
holidays or weekends. Expires June 1, 2010.
EAGLE RIDGE RESORT & SPA
$469
4. Lake Michigan Sailboat Outing
Enjoy a four-hour sail for six while viewing the magnificent Chicago skyline.
Ship departs from Monroe Harbor. This sailing excursion includes food
and beverages. The crew from Source4 will pamper you while aboard our
32-foot vessel.
SOURCE4
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
$300
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5. Swan Lake Resort Golf Outing for Four
Enjoy four rounds of golf with a GPS cart at the Swan Lake Resort in Plymouth
Indiana! This package also includes a $25 gift card towards any one-time
purchase of $150. This Midwest premier destination for golf is home of the
Indiana National Golf Club and U.S. Golf Academy.
SWAN LAKE RESORT
$220
6. Care Enough to Send the Best
Show your business or personal connections you care by sending a delicious
cheesecake or beautiful arrangement of fresh fruit. Package includes two 9"
Eli’s Cheesecakes of your choice AND a $100 Gift Certificate to FruitFlower
Incredibly Edible Delights.
ELI’S CHEESECAKE, FRUITFLOWER
$220
7. Dinner for Six at Chateau Philippe Clement, Global CMO at Aon
Dinner for a party of six at Chateau Philippe Clement, Global CMO at Aon. You
won’t want to miss this opportunity to enjoy a meal specifically designed to
your tastes — French, Indian, Thai — whatever suits your fancy. Enjoy wine,
music, great views of the lake and Lincoln Park from his living room.
PHILIPPE CLEMENT
PRICELESS
8. Ready. Set. Go to NASCAR!!
Enjoy four tickets to the NASCAR Cup Series race Friday, July 10, 2009 and
four tickets to the NASCAR Nationwide Series race Saturday, July 11, 2009.
USG CORPORATION
$800
9. CBS/WBBM-TV
Tour Package for six to watch 11am LIVE and meet the newsroom staff and
reporters. Observe the action in the newsroom and see what goes on behind
the camera. Walk through the control room and observe how your favorite
news gets on the air! A perfect gift for the aspiring communications executive
or student.
CBS/WBBM-TV
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
$1200
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
Silent
100. Portable Gas Generator
Gasoline powered portable generator, voltage 120/240, power rating 3,500
watts, surge watts 4,800, current @120Vac, 29.6/14.8 Amps, full power
locking outlet, all weather protective panel cover, circuit breaker protection,
fuel tank four gallons, run time @half load 12 hours, engine type Briggs &
Stratton ohv, low oil shutdown, wheel kit and oil included, brand BRIGGS &
STRATTON – Part# 4NY99.
WW GRAINGER
$599
101. Finish Line Fun at the Hawthorne Races
Fifteen guests will enjoy a private room overlooking the finish line, a threehour open bar (draft beer, wine & soda), a lunch special. Package includes
clubhouse admission, live racing programs and preferred parking for the group.
HAWTHORNE RACE COURSE
$350
102. Hassle-Free Children’s Birthday Party
Birthday parties at Windy City Fieldhouse are action-packed, entertaining and
hassle-free. Staff specialties will plan and manage fun and interactive games
and wacky competitions that include: Bozo buckets, scooter races, kickball,
dodgeball, basketball, flag football and more! Certificate entitles you to $50 off
any Children’s Birthday Party.
WINDY CITY FIELDHOUSE
$50
104. Tea for Two and Two Nights, Too!
Tea for two at The Palm Court in The Drake Hotel AND a two-night hotel stay. Tea
for two includes tea or coffee, finger sandwiches and a choice of French pastries.
THE DRAKE HOTEL
$800
105. What Do Your Customers Think?
Find out with a free custom web survey with E-RM, Bart Zehren’s Marketing
Research Company. E-RM will provide a consultation and implementation of
one customized web-based survey on a topic of your choice.
E-RM
$5000
106. Master the Martial Arts
Master the skills of martial arts with a VIP membership at America’s #1 Rated
martial arts school, the Degerberg Academy! This VIP membership includes
three months of martial arts classes AND a black belt uniform. The first
session is a private class, so call ahead to set a date and time.
DEGERBERG ACADEMY
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
$490
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107. Search Your Soul
Search your soul with these two great items in this package. Acupuncture
Treatment – enjoy a soothing experience at the Traditional Chinese Medicine
Health & Healing Wellness Center. Acupuncture provides a gentle environment
and experience to center your body and mind. It is also a preventative
measure to build the immune system, regain energy and harmonize YOU.
Package also includes a 50-minute Tarot Card Reading – Intuition Tools
provides practical advice on how best to take advantage of opportunities and
how to minimize potential obstacles and threats.
HEALTH & HEALING WELLNESS CENTER, INTUITION TOOLS INC.
$155
108. Limited Edition Lithograph: Blackhawks v. Redwings at
Wrigley Field
A treasured piece of sports memorabilia. A 24" x 36" double matted press
proof of a limited edition lithograph from the image library of renowned aerial
photographer Michael Gustafson. This photograph was captured during the
NHL ‘Winter Classic’ hockey game played on New Year’s Day, 2009 when the
Chicago Blackhawks hosted the Detroit Redwings at Wrigley Field.
JOHNSBYRNE
$299
109. Social Media Strategy
Strategic Social Media & PR Strategy Quick Start Session: Barbara Rozgonyi,
founder of CoryWest Media, LLC, will help you find out how to get new
media to work for you and your business. Package includes an interview to
determine your social media marketing and PR goals; a strategic outline with
recommended platforms; and a two-hour consultation, either in person or via
conference call. Redeem by September 1, 2009.
CORYWEST MEDIA
$1000
110. Brighten Your Smile
Show off your pearly whites with this custom in-home teeth-bleaching system.
Package includes a two-part dentist visit where a custom upper and lower tray
will be shaped to fit you’re your mouth. Then, on your second visit the dentist
will teach you how to use the system and provide everything you’ll need to
whiten your teeth properly.
THOMAS M. JOYCE, D.D.S.
$650
111. Get Noticed
Duo Set Retractable Stand — perfect to promote your company at tradeshows.
Plus, 20 percent off Cushing’s list price for the colorful graphic you design for
your event. Expires December 31, 2009.
CUSHING CO.
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
$200
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
112. Laissez les Bon Temps Rouler
Let the good times roll! Enjoy an authentic Cajun/Creole dinner for six at the
home of BMA Board Member Mary Uhrina. Start with a Negroni or Sazerac
cocktail with passed hors d’oeuvres. Then sample delectable delicacies
including shrimp remoulade, chicken and andouille gumbo, etoufeesmothered flounder with dirty rice and bananas foster. Each course will be
paired with the perfect wine chosen by oenophile Steve Uhrina.
CLEARLY WRITE
$600
113. “The Perpetual Kid”
Play to your heart’s content with a knapsack that includes the following:
787 Model Plane, LEGO Dreamliner, solar cars that race on a track,
helicopter rockets, airport play kit and assorted kites.
THE BOEING COMPANY
$330
114. Museum of Science and Industry
Chicago’s Museum of Science and Industry, one of the largest science
museums in the world, is home to more than 35,000 artifacts and nearly
14 acres of hands-on exhibits designed to spark scientific inquiry and
creativity. This voucher is good for four general admission tickets.
MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY
$52
115. Clair de Lune
Clair de Lune – a musical performance for you and your private audience.
Imagine a private one-hour piano concert for your friends, family, or company!
Ben Wechsler is an accomplished piano performer who will perform a onehour concert including works by Debussy, Chopin, Rachmaninoff and other
classical composers, as well as Broadway and other popular melodies.
BENJAMIN WECHSLER, INC.
$300
116. East Bank Club Experience
Exercise and Dine at East Bank Club! East Bank Club is one of Chicago’s
most notable health and fitness clubs. You and a guest are invited to
experience this haven for both body and spirit as well as enjoy a $50 gift
certificate at the club’s exclusive Maxwell’s restaurant. A visit to East Bank
Club is exactly what you deserve.
EAST BANK CLUB
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
$100
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117. Shift Gears
Get your drinks into high gear with this Gear Shift drink coaster set. These
coasters feature the classic four-speed shifter pattern on a polished ceramic
coaster. The coaster holder features a genuine shifter boot and shift knob. A
very nice accent to any room, and a MUST HAVE for any car enthusiast!
CIMSTRAT INNOVATION MANAGEMENT
$89.95
118. Theatre Nights
Enjoy the theater at any four venues at your convenience. TimeLine Theater two tickets to any performance. Expires June 11, 2010. Northlight Theatre two tickets to any production during the 2009-2010 season. Writers’ Theatre
in Glencoe, Illinois - two tickets to “Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead”.
Program runs September 20 through December 6, 2009. Theater Building
of Chicago - two tickets to any performance.
NORTHLIGHT THEATRE, WRITERS’ THEATRE, TIMELINE THEATRE COMPANY,
THEATER BUILDING CHICAGO
$350
119. CHEERS
Enjoy a bottle of Perrier Jouet Champagne and a bottle of Glenlivet Scotch
Archive 21-year-old 750ML.
PERNOD RICARD, METROPOLITAN MEETING AND EVENT GROUP
$230
120. May I Have This Dance?
Do you have two left feet? Well, not anymore. Bid on this private dance lesson
with a certified professional teacher for one or two people. Impress your partner
with your new moves on the dance floor.
CHICAGO DANCE LATIN & BALLROOM SCHOOL
$65
121. Check Your Game
Free family membership at TopGolf. Try this revolutionary golf game that allows
a player to compete and get instant shot feedback. The game is played aiming
at targets and all skill levels can get involved. Family membership is good for
two adults and two children under 18.
TOPGOLF USA, WOOD DALE, IL
$150
122. Handmade Beauty Gift Basket
Take home a Cheesecake Handmade Beauty gift basket with soaps, bath salts
and sugars, and hair products.
CHEESECAKE HANDMADE BEAUTY
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
$75
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
123. Say Cheese!
Gather the family, put on your Sunday best and come to Edward Fox
Photography to receive one Family Portrait in their studio. Receive one
11" x 14" standard family portrait.
EDWARD FOX PHOTOGRAPHY
$250
124. ZIP AROUND!
Win a one-year membership to Zipcar – the ultimate car-sharing service
in Chicago. Also included is $100 in driving credit. Never again worry
about parking, car insurance, or paying for gas … everything is included
with your membership.
WIGLAF PRICING
$175
125. Get Inked
$100 gift certificate to Revolution Tattoo. Located at 221 N. Western Ave.
in Chicago.
REVOLUTIONARY TATTOO
$100
126. Travel Like a Pro with Samsonite Tessera Three-piece
Luggage Set
SAMSONITE
$299
127. Museum Boppin’
Enjoy two great Chicago treasures — family fun at Peggy Notebaert Nature
Museum and the Museum of Contemporary Art. Take the whole family to
the museum with this one day museum family pass to the Peggy Notebaert
Nature Museum. This museum is fun and educational for all ages with
hands-on exhibits, walk-in butterfly haven and educational lessons
throughout. Five complimentary admission passes to the Museum of
Contemporary Art. Not valid during special events.
MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY ART,
PEGGY NOTEBAERT NATURE MUSEUM
$92
128. So Nautical
Captain Jack Sparrow ain’t got nothin on you! Not after you visit the
professionals at the Sea Safaris Sailing School. This course is Coast Guard
approved and is the first certification course from the American Sailing
Association to put students on their way to sailing and chartering boats
anywhere in the world. Good for an introductory course on a Basic Keelboat.
SEA SAFARIS SAILING SCHOOL
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
$375
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129. Refresh Your Image with Creative Services
Enjoy a savings of $250 on your Triangle Creative Services order of $1,000
or more. Offer also includes a chocolate bar, a silver post it note holder,
a calculator, scratch pad and pens.
TRIANGLE PRINTERS
$300
130. Ooey Gooey Gourmet S’mores
Nothing says summer like s’mores! This gourmet s’mores kit includes
handcrafted marshmallows with Mexican vanilla, handcrafted honey graham
crackers and dark chocolate. Perfect for your fanciest cookout.
ANNE HOWARD
$20
131. Wine Tasting Fun
Wine Lovers Welcome. Gift certificate for eight people to enjoy a two-hour
wine tasting. Reservations required and valid only at the Belmont location on
Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday. Additional guests pay only $25
to join the fun.
WINESTYLES BELMONT
$200
132. The Empowered Job Seeker
The Empowered Job Seeker career consultation with Lynn Hazan, president of
Lynn Hazan & Associates. Special emphasis this year on how to use LinkedIn
and other social networking tools to advance your job search. This program
provides the structure, process and tools to help professionals learn effective
job search techniques. Through a 1½-hour, private consultation, professionals
will learn how to market themselves by leveraging their strengths and creating
a demand for their skills and talents.
LYNN HAZAN & ASSOCIATES
$200
133. The Natural World
“The Natural World” by Thomas Mangelsen — forward by Jane Goodall. This
book is the recipient of the 2008 Benjamin Franklin Award for Best Coffee
Book/Large Format.
IMAGES OF NATURE
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
$75
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
134. Gene Siskel Film Center Membership
Your Gene Siskel Film Center membership means excellence in cinema!
Experience the best in world cinema, see a restored masterpiece, attend a
world premiere, or chat with a director. Members receive exclusive year-round
benefits including: $5 admission to movies at the Gene Siskel Film Center,
priority announcements, invitations and discounts to Film Center events, free
subscription to the Film Center’s monthly schedule, the Gazette, Advanced
notice of sneak preview screenings. Recent screenings have included “The
Darjeeling Limited”, “I’m Not There” and “No Country For Old Men”.
GENE SISKEL FILM CENTER
$75
135. Chocolate Tours
Two tour gift certificates redeemable on any open public tour as listed on
our website at: www.chicagochocolatetours.com.
CHICAGO CHOCOLATE TOURS
$80
136. English, Grammar, Writing, Public Speaking or Philosophy
course at The Feltre School
Study English, writing, public speaking or philosophy at the Feltre School,
located at 22 W. Erie, for seven weeks.
THE FELTRE SCHOOL
$480
137. Get Straightened Out!
Relax. Rejuvenate. Restore. Come by ReAlign Chiropractic to get
straightened out. Certificate entitles you to a consultation, full exam with
x-rays, report of findings and 150-minute full body massage.
REALIGN CHIROPRACTIC
$500
138. Romantic Get Away for Two
Enjoy an overnight stay in a luxurious Suite at the Affinia Hotel, located
at 166 East Superior in Chicago and dinner for two (up to $150) at the
C-House Restaurant.
AFFINIA HOTEL
$350
139. Custom Embroidered Cotton Baseball Caps
One hundred cotton twill six-panel caps, embroidered with the art of your
choice (up to 7,000 stitches) and several hat colors to select from too.
CORPORATE IMAGING CONCEPTS
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
$430
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140. Overnight Stay at Blue Chip Casino & Spa
Blue Chip Casino Hotel & Spa provides an overnight stay in the Spa Blue
Tower and breakfast for two at the Options buffet. Located in Michigan City,
Indiana.
BLUE CHIP CASINO & SPA
$250
141. Commercial Podcast
An industrial/commercial podcast in interview format of up to 15 minutes
from MarthaVoice and MJ Hudak & Associates. Services include researching
subject, preparation with subject matter expert, writing interview questions
and interviewee talking points and interviewer voice talent. Does not include
professional studio time for recording and editing.
MARTHA HUDAK
$750
142. Tradeshow Essentials
A tradeshow graphics certificate for $500 and up to three hours of design
services towards a tradeshow graphic.
NATIONAL GRAPHX & IMAGING, STACY SWEAT DESIGNS
$1000
143. Wine Not
One bottle of Cain Five 1999 Meritage, one bottle of David Arthur Merittaggio
2002 and a custom Wine Taster’s Notebook that includes a three-ring notebook
system for logging and preserving wine tasting notes and labels. Gift also
includes one package of wine label removers.
PRODUCTIVE DISPLAYS, LAURIE PASLER
$315
144. Bulls-Chicago White Sox Training Academy
You can be the recipient of a scholarship to an official youth baseball, fastpitch
and basketball summer camp of the Chicago White Sox and Chicago Bulls.
The summer camps provide a week of intensive training in the fundamentals
and advanced skills of baseball, fastpitch, or basketball. Also included is onehour of cage rentals at the academy facility in Lisle or satellite academy in
La Grange, Tinley Park or Northwest Indiana.
CHICAGO BULLS/CHICAGO WHITE SOX TRAINING ACADEMY
$250
145. Prosecco Party for Ten
Two full hours of unlimited prosecco and chef selected antipasti at Ristorante
Prosecco located at 710 W. Wells.
PROSECCO
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$500
Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
146. Beyond the Good Life
Private Workshop Party: “Expand Your Paradigm about Relationships”.
Invite up to six guests for an in-home, three-hour, “Beyond the Good Life”
private workshop with relationship success coach, Michael Hahn.
MICHAEL HAHN
$299
147. Time to Get Pampered!
Three indulgences/One hour of bliss at Urban Oasis … aka a MASSAGE!
This one-hour massage certificate is good anytime, Monday through Friday.
Package also includes Sara Simmons designer cell phone keeper, a haircut,
color and highlights with Shelley and a cut/style from master stylist Glori at
Marianne Strokirk Salons.
URBAN OASIS, CELLKEEPER, MARIANNE STROKIRK SALONS
$330
148. Galena Getaway
Escape for a midweek overnight stay in one of our beautiful Victorian
decorated guestrooms. Enjoy a full breakfast in our four-story sunlit atrium.
Located in the heart of beautiful and historic downtown Galena, Illinois.
DESOTO HOUSE
$200
149. Off-Site Meeting Space
Enjoy four free sessions for off-site meetings/experiences at the 12 E. Ohio
location in Chicago, upstairs from Tree Studios. Whether you are seeking
the ideal space to develop a strategic plan, host a board meeting, solve a
complex problem, train your staff or kick-off a new project, Workspring is a
place to accomplish more than you ever thought possible.
WORKSPRING, A STEELCASE CO.
$560
150. 90-minute Pranajaya Signature Service
Gift card for Pranajaya “Signature Service” which includes initial evaluation
and combination therapy of acupuncture and massage. Pranajaya fuses
traditional Oriental medicine with global bodywork techniques. And a one
week supply of a custom herbal-blend formula. Gift also includes one bottle
(eight servings) of Amazon Herb Co. “Zamu,” an organic camu blend drink
rich in antioxidants and other rainforest phytonutrients. “Clear your mind,
brighten your day.”
PRANA JAYA BODYWORK
$270
151. Hubbard Street Dance
2 Tickets to Hubbard Street Dance Chicago’s 2010 Fall Series,
October 1-4, 2009 at the Harris Theater for Music and Dance. Located
in Downtown Chicago’s Millennium Park, 205 East Randolph Drive.
HUBBARD STREET DANCE CHICAGO
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
$150
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152. Four Course Wine Pairing Dinner
Four course wine pairing dinner for four people. Wine is paired to complement
an appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert. Salt + Pepper provides professionally
cooked meals for private parties, ranging from tasting menus to multi-course
meals, and has great aptitude for pairing wine with food, all in the comfort of
their clients’ home.
SALT + PEPPER
$400
153. Middle East Meets the Midwest
Middle East meets the Midwest. Participate in this hands-on cooking
demonstration and enjoy the results of your labor, all from the comfort of your
own home. Lynn Hazan will engage you in a fun and spontaneous manner
and in no time you’ll have created stuffed grape leaves, savory humus, fila
au fromage and baklava for dessert. Bring your appetite and an adventurous
spirit. In the past people have thrown this as a party! All supplies provided,
only your kitchen is needed.
LYNN HAZAN & ASSOCIATES
$250
154. BBQ Entertainment Set – A Perfect Father’s Day gift
BBQ entertainment eet includes Laguiole cheese board with knives, Laguiole
six-piece steak knife set, Zippo digital BBQ thermometer, and a twelve-piece
grill set including a spatula, tongs, knife, fork, four skewers, four corn holders
and an aluminum carrying case.
CORPORATE IMAGING CONCEPTS
$235
155. Brakarsh Home Design Solutions
You deserve a designer home. Take advantage of an interior design
consultation by Amy Brakarsh, MFA, who has been a design professional
for over fifteen years. She is offering a unique opportunity of a single visit,
two-hour consultation which includes floor planning with existing furniture
and recommendations for new lighting, office design/organization, art
recommendations, de-cluttering strategies, color consultation and staging
suggestions to expedite the sale of a home.
AMY BRAKARSH
$160
156. Knockin’ Around Old Town
Three great locales off North Avenue and Wells — $30.00 Gift Certificate for
The Fireplace Inn, good for one year. O’Brien’s Restaurant — dinner for two
and two tickets to either The Second City or The Second City e.t.c.
THE FIREPLACE INN, O’BRIEN’S RESTAURANT, SECOND CITY
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
$150
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
157. Youth Sports Classes at Windy City Fieldhouse
For a variety of sports classes ranging from basketball, t-ball, flag football,
pee wee soccer, skills camp, and more – The Windy City Fieldhouse has it
all. Both boys and girls are welcome to participate. Certificate entitles you
to $50 off any class.
WINDY CITY FIELDHOUSE
$50
158. Retro Candy Bucket with Glass Bottle Soda
AMERICA’S MARKET
$30
159. Sales Development Session for Small Business
Learn and practice specific, actionable techniques proven to grow revenue
in Sandler Training’s half-day session at your office. Participants: three min.
to twelve max. One-hour meeting with executive needed for customization.
SANDLER TRAINING
$5000
160. Beauty Makeover
First, enjoy two hours of personalized attention by makeup artist, Stephanie
Kerch, to learn tips and techniques to take your beauty to a new level and
leave with a fresh, custom-designed look reflecting your personal needs and
preferences. Then, transform your color with Angela Brasington, make up
artist for celebrities, photo shoots, print ads for national ad campaigns and
publications that include Vanity Fair and Playboy. She will customize your
new look with haircut and color (foils, base and highlights) and makeup
application to coordinate and enhance your colors, hair and makeup.
Makeup products also included. And, refresh your look days or weeks later
with a $200 Gift Certificate for haircut and style at Graham Waters Salon,
46 E. Oak and gift basket including Express Treatment, Styling Cream and
Natural Shampoo.
STEPHANIE KERCH, ANGELA BRASINGTON,
GRAHAM WATERS SALON
$600
161. Get Spoiled at Bloomingdale’s
This Bloomingdale’s package includes a personal shopping appointment
with a Bloomingdale’s specialist, a private make-up lesson with Bobbi
Brown cosmetics and lunch at the B’Cafe for four people.
BLOOMINGDALE’S HOME & FURNITURE STORE
PRICELESS
162. Google Branded Jawbone Noise Eliminating
Bluetooth Headset
GOOGLE
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
$130
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163. Set, Game, Match
Six one-hour tennis lessons with certified tennis professional at outdoor courts
in Chicago at agreed upon times.
JEFF WILLINGER
$300
164. Irishman Speaks … for you!
One conference keynote by acclaimed business speaker, author and award
winning humorist Conor Cunneen who has educated, energized and educated
audiences from Harley-Davidson to Helsinki. All associated expenses to
be reimbursed.
CONOR CUNNEEN
$7500
165. Tiger Woods Signed Picture
ACCENTURE
$1050
166. Let the Music Play
Make it a music filled night! Start with dinner at a Levy restaurant with this
$100 gift certificate, then head to the Chicago Symphony and end the evening
at The Redhead Piano Bar on Grand with two $50 gift certificates. Also
includes an assortment of music CDs.
LYNN HAZAN & ASSOCIATES, CHICAGO SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA,
THE REDHEAD PIANO BAR
$450
167. Time for a Better You!
One copy of “Speak Up – A Women’s Guide to Presenting like a Pro” by
author Cyndi Maxey and one copy of “Self Creation: 10 Powerful Principles for
Changing your Life” by author Yvonne F. Brown. These books give women tips
and tools to speak with confidence and conviction. It’s time for a BETTER you!
CYNDI MAXEY, YVONNE F. BROWN
$34.95
168. Off to the Races
Experience a day at the races in style and luxury. This item entitles you to
seven reserved clubhouse box seats at the Arlington Park Racecourse. Impress
your friends with this exclusive package and have a fun-filled day at the races!
ARLINGTON PARK RACE COURSE
$91
169. Chicago Wolves
Come and watch one of the hardest, fastest, and strongest working teams
in professional hockey – the Chicago Wolves. This certificate is good for two
tickets for the 2009-2010 Chicago Wolves season.
CHICAGO WOLVES
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
$34
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
170. Coffee that Sustains You and the Environment
Package contains: One case of Good Origin Sustainable Coffee which
includes 42 packets (2.5 oz each) of individually prepared organic coffee
ready for your coffee pot. 100% Colombian Estate, UTZ certified and
traceable from farm to cup. Mexican Altura Organic WB Coffee (2 lb. bag of
coffee beans), two Good Origin coffee mugs and one Good Origin shopping
bag made of recycled plastic bottles.
SARA LEE FOODSERVICE
$95
171. Say Cheese!
The Canon PowerShot A590 IS features 8.0-megapixels, a 4x optical
zoom, an Optical Image Stabilizer, a large 2.5-inch LCD and a wide range
of shooting modes!
CANON SOLUTIONS
$250
172. Sterling Silver Lucky Spade Pendant
Treat yourself or a loved one to a beautiful hand formed sterling silver lucky
spade pendant on a silver chain. Don’t pass up this chance for a one-of-akind piece of jewelry by designer Kate Johansson.
DOLLYBIRD JEWELRY
$85
173. Dinner & a Show (or Three)
Two $25 gift certificates from Frankie’s off Michigan Ave., where the food
is so authentic you’ll swear you’re in Italy. Two tickets to the Court Theater
for a performance of your choice, four seats to the Music Box Theatre, two
tickets to any 2009-2010 show at The Next Theatre Company.
LETTUCE ENTERTAIN YOU ENTERPRISES, INC., COURT THEATRE,
MUSIC BOX THEATRE, NEXT THEATRE
$266
174. Commemorative Obama Inauguration Photos
Capture a piece of American History! An 8" x 10" photograph of President
Obama taking the Oath of Office, a 5" x 7" of his Presidential First Dance
with First Lady Michelle Obama and a 4" x 6" Official Inaugural Seal
caption. These photographs are custom matted and arranged in a
mahogany finished frame; photography and presentation by Reflective
Photography, an authorized vendor of the Presidential Inaugural Committee.
Future Value: Priceless!
BLACK OLIVE
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
PRICELESS
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175. Motorola 4.3" GPS Navigation and Hands-Free System
Never get lost again with the Motorola 4.3" GPS Navigation and Hands-Free
System. Hear actual directions and street names. Navigate with the 4.3"
touch screen. Also works as a speakerphone with your compatible Bluetooth
enabled phone.
MOTOROLA
$300
176. Allegro Chicago, A Kimpton Hotel
One night stay in a King Suite with a Jacuzzi Tub at the Hotel Allegro, located
at 171 W. Randolph.
ALLEGRO CHICAGO
$645
177. A Slam Dunk for any Bulls Fan!
Bulls autographed pennant. Show your Chicago Bulls’ spirit with this
Chicago Bulls 2008-2009 Team autographed pennant and a Ben Gordon
autographed pennant.
CHICAGO BULLS
PRICELESS
178. Business Development Training Sessions
Learn and practice specific, actionable techniques proven to grow revenue in
Sandler Training's half-day session at your office. Participants: three min. to
twelve max. One-hour meeting with executive needed for customization.
SANDLER TRAINING
$5000
179. Downtown Excursion
Luxury accommodations at the Belden Stratford for one night and lunch for
two at M Avenue Restaurant & Lounge located in the historic Allerton Hotel
and a $50 gift certificate to Devon Seafood Grill.
THE BELDEN STRATFORD HOTEL, M AVENUE RESTAURANT,
DEVON SEAFOOD GRILL
$289
180. Al Dente Pasta Basket
A beautiful fair-trade basket filled with fine, handmade Al Dente Pasta,
Monique’s Sumptuous Sauces, all-natural hand-rolled beeswax candles and
recipes galore. Good deeds, good food!
AL DENTE PASTA COMPANY
$65
181. Kingpin Bowling Party for 16 people in Lombard
Lucky Strike in Lombard invites you and 15 guests to enjoy two hours of
free bowling, shoe rentals, complimentary chips & salsa and two $25 gift
certificates to use at an event.
LUCKY STRIKE
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
$430
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
182. Make InSheddible Connections
Be a VIP at the Shedd. You and three guests can stroll through the
Shedd Aquarium with your heads held high because you have four VIP
entry tickets. These special tickets give you immediate entry to both the
Aquarium and the Wild Reef Exhibit.
SHEDD AQUARIUM
$100
183. Executive or Group Portrait
Executive or group portrait shot on location at your office. Proof sheet
supplied for selection. Final product includes a high-resolution image
suitable for publication in a brochure, annual report or internet.
LUCY KENNEDY
$1200
184. Get Connected
Jabra BT2010 Wireless Headset for mobile phones. The discreet and
intuitive design allows for optimal sound quality with Bluetooth 2.0 EDR
+eSCO. Up to seven hours talk time or 200 hours of standby time AND a
professional cell phone keeper.
MARKETING SHORTLIST, CELLKEEPER
$80
186. Samsonite Portico 4-piece Luggage Set
SAMSONITE
$370
187. Family Zoo Membership
Your family belongs in a zoo … the Brookfield zoo. Use this Family
Admission package to take the whole family to the Brookfield zoo. It
includes one parking pass, six general admission passes, six passes to the
Hamill Family Play zoo and six passes to the carousel.
BROOKFIELD ZOO
$116
188. Bejeweled
Earrings and a $25 jewelry gift certificate to Chic Gems, etc. Jewelry. Can
be used online or by phone. Expires August 1, 2009.
CHIC GEMS
$50
189. Fitness Fanatics Need Apply
Tone-Up for summer with three private Pilates sessions on equipment
with Margeaux Raymond, a noted Pilates instructor at Kaya Spa, located
at 112 North May Street, Chicago, 12 one-hour running lessons with
certified personal trainer and coach, Jeff Willinger AND keep it moving with
ten passes to DePaul’s Recreation Center. Classes include aquatics, yoga,
pilates, dance, fitness training, martial arts and safety training.
MARGEAUX RAYMOND, JEFF WILLINGER, DEPAUL RECREATION CENTER
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
$585
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190. Chocolate-Covered Krispie Treats
Lynn Hazan’s Decadent Chocolate-Covered Krispie Treats (two kits, ½ lb each).
These handcrafted delicacies feature rich dark chocolate draped over rice
krispies. Lynn Hazan’s clients and friends have even been known to fight over
the last piece. Don’t pass up this delicious sweet treat!
LYNN HAZAN & ASSOCIATES
$20
192. WLS/Channel 7 Station Tour
Enjoy a personally guided “Behind the Scenes” Tour of the ABC 7 “State of
the Art” State Street Studio for you and three guests. Observe the action in the
newsroom and see what goes on behind the camera before the show goes on.
Walk through the control room and observe how your favorite news gets on
the air! A perfect gift for the aspiring communications executive or student.
WLS/CHANNEL 7
$1200
193. 747-400 New Livery Executive Model Plane
The queen of the skies, the 747, has a stunning new paint job. The 747-400
can carry more than 57,000 gallons of fuel, making it possible to fly from San
Francisco to Sydney, Australia. Our collectible model of the 747-400 is made
from precision injection-molded resin, with a high-luster finish and accurate
decals. This faithful reproduction of the 747-400 is produced from approved
Boeing engineering drawings. 1:100 scale. Stand included. Length: 28".
Wingspan: 25". Made in U.S.A.
THE BOEING COMPANY
$375
194. Wednesday Evening July 15th — A Two Hour Boat Cruise for
Two on a 26' Catamaran from Monroe Harbor
View Chicago’s spectacular fireworks exhibit and enjoy a champagne toast
with hors d’oeuvres while taking in the breathtaking views of Chicago’s night
lights. Alternate date for rain TBD. Also includes a decorative photo frame.
COBRIN & ASSOCIATES
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
$350
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
Want-It-Now
Don’t want to wait or must have an item? Purchase Want-It-Now items
anytime throughout the evening — even if you have to leave early. Grab it
before it’s gone!
Comedy Sportz for Four
What’s a few laughs among friends? You and three guests can experience
one of Chicago’s funniest events at the hilarious ComedySportz, The Show.
COMEDYSPORTZ THEATRE
VALUE $84
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $65
Club Lucky Restaurant in Bucktown $50 Gift Certificate
You’ll feel like an old friend at Club Lucky, a casual Italian neighborhood
restaurant. Enjoy this gift certificate good for food or beverage at this
always-popular Italian eatery in Bucktown.
CLUB LUCKY5
VALUE $50
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $35
Grecian Taverna in Lincoln Square $25 Gift Certificate
Opa! Enjoy this Greek Experience which includes food, live music and belly
dancers at Barba Yianni in Lincoln Square. Catch the action on a Saturday
night or any night, for that matter. On Saturday after 11 pm, the pace picks
up with live music, dancing and a belly dance performance. Your inner
Zorba will surely emerge!
GRECIAN TAVERNA
VALUE $25
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $15
Mid-America Club in the Aon Center $75 Gift Certificate
MID-AMERICA CLUB
VALUE $75
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $60
American Airlines $100 Gift Certificate
METROPOLITAN MEETING AND EVENT GROUP
VALUE $100
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $80
Park Grill in Millennium Park $100 Gift Certificate
PARK GRILL
VALUE $100
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $80
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SuperDawg $25 Gift Certificate
Say “HIYA” to SuperDawg! Enjoy this $25 “no restrictions” gift certificate at
Chicago’s famous SuperDawg! They’ve been doing Chicago hot dogs right
since 1948.
SUPERDAWG DRIVE-IN
VALUE $25
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $15
Carnivale Restaurant $75 Gift Certificate
Dine at one of Chicago’s most exciting restaurants. Experience the Latin
culture like never before in this unique dining venue – CARNIVALE. The food
is a reflection of Latin flavors and passion rolled up in some of Chicago’s finest
Nuevo Latino cuisine.
CARNIVALE
VALUE $75
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $60
Di Pescara in Northbrook $50 Gift Certificate
$50 gift certificate to a Lettuce Entertain You (LEYE) staple in Northbrook –
Di Pescara! The menu offers seafood, steaks and Italian entrees, plus lighter
fare like sandwiches. Enjoy a fine meal with an even finer glass of wine.
Master Sommelier Alpana Singh is LEYE’s director of wine and spirits.
LETTUCE ENTERTAIN YOU ENTERPRISES, INC
VALUE $100
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $80
Hawthorne Race Track for Ten people
Enjoy a table for ten at the Turf Club Terrace at the Hawthorne Race Course
situated at the Finish Line and overlooking the Race Track. Also included is a
complimentary cocktail per guest and chef’s choice of appetizer platter. Watch
the horse racing in style and luxury.
HAWTHORNE RACE COURSE
VALUE $125
WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $95
Fleming’s Steakhouse $100 Gift Certificate
FLEMING’S PRIME STEAKHOUSE & WINE BAR
VALUE $100
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WANT-IT-NOW PRICE: $80
Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.
Media
The following publications have generously donated ad space as part of our
auction. Some of these are still available so be sure to check them out at
the media table. You can also pick up copies of these pubs.
500. American Machinist
Pg 4/c BL
DONATED BY AMERICAN MACHINIST
501. Automotive Design & Production
Pg 4/c BL
DONATED BY AUTOMOTIVE DESIGN & PRODUCTION
502. BrandWeek
Full page, 4/c ad in Brandweek. National circulation of 26M.
DONATED BY ADWEEK MEDIA
503. BusinessWeek
1 (one) full-page 4/c ad in BusinessWeek Global edition (rate base =
900,000). Must be incremental to current campaign and not a replacement
unit. Must run by December 31, 2009. Final insertion and position TBD
based on availability.
DONATED BY BUSINESSWEEK
504. Cutting Tool Engineering
Pg 4/c BL
DONATED BY CUTTING TOOL ENGINEERING
505. Digital Billboard
1-(4) week flight of a digital board based upon a space available basis.
DONATED BY LAMAR OUTDOOR
506. Food Product Design
Buyer’s Guide (Sept) Pg 4/c + enhanced online listing, logo, banner,
hot links, company literature, two minute audiocast.
DONATED BY VIRGO PUBLISHING
we welcome payment by cash, check or credit card.
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507. Harvard Business Review
Full Page, 4/c ad must run in the calendar year.
DONATED BY HARVARD BUSINESS REVIEW
508. Machine Design
Choice of one online item (based on availability): (1) Tech Insider E-newsletter
ad (TBD - pos. 3 or 4), value of $2,500 OR (1) Roadblock Billboard - 1 week
(640 x 480), value of $3,800 OR (1) Sliding Billboard - 1 week (640 x 480)
DONATED BY PENTON MEDIA
509. Moldmaking Technology
Pg 4/c BL - to be used by December 2009
DONATED BY MOLDMAKING TECHNOLOGY
510. NetworkingMonkey.com Advertising
Three months of advertising on networkingmonkey.com (artwork not included).
DONATED BY NETWORKING MONKEY
511. Spirit Magazine (Southwest Airlines)
Online Banner and/or E-Newsletter Sponsorship (TBD)
DONATED BY SOUTHWEST AIRLINES SPIRIT MAGAZINE
514. The Wall Street Journal
Black & White ½ Pg - the advertiser can request a section and date (which
we will try to meet) however we will need a two week any section option to
accommodate. No positioning guarantees.
DONATED BY THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
515. The Wiglaf Journal
60 x 428 Banner ad placement for July 2009-June 2010 on 1/8th of our
articles plus 60 x 120 home-page click-through button. The Wiglaf Journal
reaches 3,000 business executives per month in sales, marketing and senior
executive roles.
DONATED BY WIGLAF PRICING
516. Production Machining
Page 4/c BL - to be used by December 2009
DONATED BY PRODUCTION MACHINING
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Auction items must be paid/picked up tonight by 8:30 pm.
Special delivery arrangements can be discussed.