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BNI names new team The Barb City Chapter of Business Network International (BNI) is pleased to announce its new Leadership Team: Chad Anderson of Farmers Insurance; Debra Miller of Seasons of Thyme Personal Chef Service and Ovation Catering; and Joan Watson-Protano of Source 1 Mortgage. The chapter also welcomes several new members: Karen Lundeen of With Flair Event Planning and Gifts by Design; Chad Jewett of CMJ Tech, computer sales and onsite service; Shane Owens of DNA Communications; Daniel O'Koniewski of Associated Banc-Corp; and Jon Bowker of H&R Financial Services. BNI is a business and professional networking organization whose primary purpose is to exchange business referrals. BNI is the largest, most sophisticated word-of-mouth referral organization in the world. With over 50 chapters in Illinois there are thousands of chapters operating on four continents. For more information about the Barb City Chapter, contact Debra Miller, chair of the membership committee, at (815) 758-1343.

Northern welcomes new therapist Northern Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Associates welcomes its newest physical therapist, Kristin Hermann. Kristin worked for 2.5 years for a hospital-owned outpatient rehabilitation facility in Rock Island, IL where she experienced aquatic therapy, vestibular (dizziness) rehab, manual therapy, and a multi-disciplinary approach to rehabilitation. Kristin's primary clinical interests include the evaluation and treatment of neck, back pain, and dizziness and balance disorders. She focuses on utilizing clinical skills that are supported by current research. Northern Rehab offers three locations including DeKalb, Genoa, and Rochelle. If you have any questions about dizziness/ vestibular rehab or Northern Rehabilitation and Sports Medicine Associates please contact (815)756-8524 or check out their Web site at http://www.northernrehabpt.com

Munson joins Utica Munson Insurance Agency, Inc. has joined the 1,000 independent agents nationwide who represent the companies of the Utica National Insurance Group. The agency, with an office in DeKalb, is a leading insurance and financial services firm serving businesses, individuals, and families throughout DeKalb County for more than 73 years. Based in New Hartford, N.Y., Utica National is among the top 100 property/casualty insurance organizations in the United States and among the largest headquartered in New York State.