Women’s breakfast in Streator honors Women’s Small Business Month

Theresa Solon State Farm hosted a Women’s Small Business Connection breakfast Monday at Chipper’s in Streator in honor of Women’s Small Business Month.

Speakers included Mayor Tara Bedei, Streator Chamber Executive Director Courtney Levy, Executive Director of the United Way, Beth Palm, and Executive Director of the Small Business Development Center Amy Lambert.

The group had a moment of silence for the late Beckie Chismarick, who has also played a vital role in the success of the Streator community over the years. Thirty-two women joined the session and shared their accomplishments and goals for the future. A similar event is planned for the future, Levy said.