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Joe Martino: Professional Accordionist, Singer and Entertainer

5/25/2023

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I am President of JM Production, which specializes in Italian- American entertainment at special events! I perform at Italian Festivals throughout the USA. I had performed at Festa Italiana Milwaukee for 25 years and Festa Chicago for 11 years. I am a recording artist with 2 CD’s and a DVD of performances.

I took Accordion lessons for 9 1/2 years in Elmwood Pk, IL and graduated of U of I Chicago with a degree in music, studied voice. I play a Bell, Borsini accordion with electronics, tracks and sing.

I am an avid racquetball player for hobby. I also prepare Italian dishes for personal use. 

Joe Martino has family origins in the Campagna region near Naples Italy, and my association with this regions allows me to share my experiences  with CIAP. 

I bring “ Italy to you” with Music that I am passionate about. Interests about the Accordion brings my experience to the membership. I have Volare dancers in my shows to feature especially the Tarantella. The dancers demonstrate the Tarantella and teach it to the audience . The Tarantella is a tradition. ​

Joe's Achivements:
Performed for Steve Harvey in a segment “Date your Husband” for a married couple 
on a date.

Recorded Commercials for Fifth Third Bank

Was featured in a Movie “ Alex/October” release last year in October and performed an original song in park in Pilsen, Chicago. 

Has worked exclusively for Ron Onesti Entertainment 

Played for  actor Roberto Benigni in Los Angeles at a meet and greet function with my partner of 28 yrs. Luigi Lenzi. 

Performed at a NIAF Convention in Washington DC, performing for President George Bush Sr. And his wife, First Lady Barbara Bush at the Washington Hilton hotel. 
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Professional Accordionist, Singer, Entertainer

Phone: 630-781-8047
E-mail: jfmartino@msn.com
www.joemartinoaccordion.com
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Meet our Member, Rick Biagi

5/17/2023

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Attorney
​Neal & McDevitt, LLC

Rick Biagi, a Member of Neal & McDevitt, joined the firm shortly after its founding in 1998.  Rick’s practice includes counseling clients in the areas of selection, adoption, use, and protection and enforcement of trademarks and domain names; anti-counterfeiting; the registration of trademarks and copyrights on a worldwide basis; licensing; and advertising and promotions law compliance.  Rick has been ranked by the World Trademark Review to the WTR 1000 for trademark enforcement and litigation.
 
Neal & McDevitt, LLC, ranked by World Trademark Review to the WTR 1000, is a Chicago-area-based intellectual property and marketing law firm specializing in all aspects of trademark, copyright, unfair competition, marketing, advertising, and promotions law. From trademark and copyright prosecution, licensing and portfolio management to enforcement, anti-counterfeiting and litigation, Neal & McDevitt counsels clients around the world on an array of intellectual property and marketing law matters.
https://www.nealmcdevitt.com/about/
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1776 Ash Street
Northfield, IL 60090​
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Phone: 
224-628-2747
E-mail: rbiagi@nealmcdevitt.com
https://www.nealmcdevitt.com/rick-biagi/

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Meet Alexandra Bernardi

5/12/2023

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Broker Associate
​Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

A Realtor who has built her business on a passion for helping others while providing
​top-notch service curated to your needs, Alex Bernardi is in the business of helping you seamlessly and successfully achieve your real-estate goals. Becoming a real-estate agent allowed her to combine her love of art and architecture with her passion for helping others.


Originally from Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, Alex has called Chicago home for 15 years. Alex has a BA in Anthropology, Classical Art and Archaeology from Indiana University, and then went on to complete her Masters in Contemporary Art from Sotheby's Institute of Art London. Her grandfather is from northern Italy and she also had the unique experience of living in Rome for one year. Italy holds a special place in her heart.
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55 E Erie St. 1C
Chicago, IL United States 60611

Phone: 248.891.4869
Email: abernardi@jamesonsir.com
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Say Hello to Ann Pancotto

5/10/2023

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Real Estate Agent
Coldwell Banker in The Village

I have been a Real Estate Broker for over 25 years. I have been a multi-million dollar producer throughout my whole career and I am a consistent top producer. My husband and full-time partner has over 35 years’ experience in the Real Estate Industry. We both come from families with Real Estate backgrounds and have great experience in every area of the Real Estate market! 
 
​I have a Great group to service any Real Estate need in both Residential and Commercial properties! I am a member of The National Association of Realtors and Illinois Association of Realtors, Member of The International President's Circle. 
 
I  have specialized training as a Certified Relocation Specialist (CRS) and Short Sale, Foreclosure, REO Specialist (SFR) and Certified Global Luxury Property Specialist. I am ranked among the top 2% of the Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage's 45,000 Real Estate Brokers and also ranked among the top 10% of NRT, LLC. Real Estate Brokers Nationwide.

I am a member of the ​International Presidents Circle / Residential and Commercial as well as a Global Luxury Property Specialist / Certified Relocation Specialist / SFR Certified.
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8 E. Hinsdale Ave.
​Hinsdale, IL 60521
 
Cell: (630) 479-4393
Email: annpancotto@gmail.com
Website: https://pancottorealestate.com
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Say Hi to Dominic Martino!

5/10/2023

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President/Co-Owner
Gold Coast Auto Body

Since 1992, Gold Coast Auto Body has been serving luxury automobile owners from our namesake neighborhood on Chicago’s Near North Side to the city’s prestigious North Shore suburbs and beyond. Along the way, we’ve developed a peerless reputation for performing impeccable body work on the world’s finest automobiles.

We attribute our success to four key elements:
– A state-of-the-art facility with the most advanced equipment available
– A highly talented team of technicians who are ICAR trained and ASE certified
– An uncompromising commitment to the comfort, convenience and satisfaction of every customer we serve
– A lifetime warranty on all GCAB workmanship associated with your job – good for as long as you own your vehicle.

​Services:
  • Collision Repair
  • Paintless Dent Repair
  • Frame Repair & Service
  • Paint & Refinishing Services
  • Auto Glass Replacement & Service
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900 W Division St 
Chicago, IL 60642 
Phone: (312) 787- 0333
Fax: (312) 787-8997
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    Salvatore J. Sciacca is the Executive Director and Founder of the CIAP organization.  He is an active member of the Italian American community in Chicago.

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