Operations/Administration

The Chicago Southland CVB has an experienced operations staff in place that is responsible for the financial integrity, regulatory compliance, human resources, leadership and general operations of the office.

Jim Garrett, CDME
President/CEO

Sally Schlesinger, CPA, CDME
Executive Vice President

Mike Hoffman
Director of Finance & Administration

Teagan Luniewski
Office Manager

Bernice Scheive
Receptionist
 

Sales

Whether you are looking to book a sporting or social event, group tour, meeting or convention, our top shelf sales staff has the answers to all your questions. Reach out to a sales professional today for answers to your questions.

Mary Patchin, CDME
Director of Sales
Association, Corporate, Government, Non-Profit

 

Kristy Stevens, CTIS
SMERF Market Manager
Social (Reunions/Weddings), Military, Education, Religious, Fraternal

 

Joel Koester
Sports Market Manager
Hobby-Niche

 

Tobie Fitzpatrick
Tour & Travel Market Manager

Marketing/Membership

When it comes to assisting with social media, pushing out a press release or questions about a membership listing or publication, our marketing department has the answers you’re looking for.

Kim Kislowski   
Director of Marketing

 

Katie Arvia
Communications Manager

 

Loren Petrakis-Mueller
Creative Promotion Specialist