Smile, You're in Springfield, Illinois!
Our mission:to make Springfield the friendliest city in Illinois
Coming in June!
In Collaboration with Springfield Clinic
Keynote Speaker
AUSTIN HATCH
JUNE 7, 2023 | 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM
President Abraham Lincoln Hotel
701 E Adams St, Springfield, IL 62701
Cash bar 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM
Austin Hatch: Athlete, Survivor, National Keynote Speaker
Grit and Thriving in the Midst of Adversity
CILCSA is proud to partner with Springfield Clinic to bring national keynote speaker Austin Hatch to Springfield on Tuesday, June 7, 2023, to share his story of “Grit and Thriving in the Midst of Adversity”.
The lessons that Austin Hatch learned on his journey from a coma to a wheelchair, to playing basketball for Michigan can apply to overcoming any form of adversity. His talks leave audiences inspired to overcome challenges and achieve their goals. We each face challenges every day; Austin believes part of his purpose in life is to inspire others to find ways to thrive in the midst of them.
“We don’t get to choose the adversity we face,
but I believe we always get to choose how we respond.”-Austin Hatch
Get ready for an evening of inspiration that will leave you ready to overcome the obstacles that may be standing in your way.
Summer Social
JOIN US FOR COFFEE…
Let’s Kick Off Summer Together!
JUNE 21, 2023 | 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM
Pease’s at Bunn Gourmet
2941 Plaza Drive, Springfield, IL
Join us for an early morning coffee social as we kick off summer! Coffee and assorted breakfast items from the fabulous Pease’s at Bunn Gourmet will be served.
“The better you are at surrounding yourself with people of high potential, the greater your chance for success.”
— John C. Maxwell, Author
Spotlight on Our Members!
Getting to Know MASCO Packaging
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“WOW Customer Experiences are about meaningful details, they are unique, and not part of a mechanical scripted process. They are unique gestures, not born out of rules or “best practices,” but as an expression of your company’s culture, its shared values, and ideals.”
— Javier Munoz, Coach and Happiness Alchemist
Join us in celebrating our newest “WOW” Award Winners,
Eureka at Walmart and Jennifer at Springfield Clinic!
WOW Award Winner
Christine Goleman
Advanced Healthcare
Christine’s caring and compassion earned her this award. Most recently she worked tirelessly to provide transportation for a patient to see her husband in Hospice prior to his passing. “This is just one of the many examples of her selflessness, she is the epitome of what a Social Worker should be and the world needs more Christie’s in it!”
-Jennifer Buhlig, Nominator
WOW Award Winner
Bernedette Wallace
McDonald’s
South 6th St.
“Bernedette’s brilliant greeting of “Hey-Pretty Lady!” always sends her customers on their way to a good day! The line always seems slower and more lethargic when she’s not there. Her infectious personality is more potent than therapy or any bad weather.
People like her don’t happen in your life very often but she sends much of downtown Springfield off with a smile!”
-Dr. Colleen Moore, Nominator
“Seems like such a simple, easy gesture, but if you saw everything he went through it was definitely a WOW moment.”
— Andrew Bartlett in his nomination of Steve Wade for the WOW Award
The deadline for this round of WOW Award
nominations is July 15, 2023.
What is the WOW Award?
The “WOW” Award, sponsored by 92.7 WMAY, is our opportunity to recognize those unsung heroes that lift our spirits and inspire us through their simple or extraordinary acts of kindness or superior customer service. All nominations are presented to CILCSA’s Advisory Committee for a thorough review before a winning nomination is selected by vote. Winners are recognized, typically at their workplace, with an award delivered personally by members of CILCSA’s Board of Directors.
By recognizing those who make a difference in our lives, we are challenged to think about how we can do the same for others. It’s often not even what we do, but how we do it. Together, one personal encounter at time, me can make our Springfield a happier place to be. A place where people feel respected, included, and welcomed.
If you know a community member who deserves to be recognized for their extraordinary act of kindness or superior customer service, nominate them today!
As the saying goes, “people may not remember what you said or did, but they will remember how they made you feel”.
— Steve Miller in his nomination of Brad Hanson for the WOW Award
A Commitment to Service
Central IL Customer Service Association
We are committed to improving service in our organizations, businesses and in Springfield, Illinois (Central Illinois). We believe that together, we have a better chance of making a difference by leveraging and sharing each other’s experiences and successes to make Springfield the “Friendliest City”.
Memberships
Both individual and corporate memberships are available
Professional Development
Quarterly professional development opportunities
Networking Opportunities
Monthly networking and idea sharing opportunities with fellow business professionals
Leadership Skills
Develop leadership skills through potential volunteer roles and exposure to concepts that may not be available in your current position
“To the CILCSA Team, you ROCK! You live and breathe GREAT customer service. I was greeted by name today from almost every Board member. That really impressed me and made me feel special.”
— Colleen Stone, Habitat for Humanity
What Our Members Are Saying
I am always looking for ways to elevate the hospitality and guest experience my team provides. CILCSA helps me do just that.
Habitat for Humanity of Sangamon County has been a member of the Customer Service Association from the beginning. I love attending the functions organized because the speakers are always top notch with a very important message. The networking opportunities through the social events are fun and extremely valuable. I highly recommend every business or organization consider joining this association.
The Central Illinois Customer Service Association adds value to the community with great content, insight and vast networking opportunities. I enjoy the local touch and love the mission and vision of service. Keep up the good work!
CILCSA rejuvenates the spirit of customer service and empowers greatness in the culture of its member organizations!