SEAN LEE
Restoration Fitness, Lake Zurich
INSPIRING OTHERS
It was a personal health crisis as a young man that put Sean Lee on the path to inspiring others to lead a healthier lifestyle. His business is not the typical gym. Instead, Sean and his team work closely with a limited number of clients to help achieve measurable results. Through small group sessions in an expertly outfitted space on Rand Road (between Costco and Walmart) each client is put through guided training sessions in an upbeat and fun atmosphere. To cope with the COVID-19 crisis, Restoration Fitness added online classes and counseling. Better fitness is not the only outcome; lasting bonds and friendships are forged (RestorationFitness.com).
A 2020 BEST OF SW LAKE AWARD IS PRESENTED FOR:
- The number of years and superior level of service provided to clients seeking healthier lifestyles.
- Support to the community through fundraising efforts for the Jeffrey Pride Foundation to raise funds for pediatric cancer research.
- Experience as an author, speaker and innovator who helps others become their best selves.
TIM MEADE
Reflections in Glass, American Garage Floor & Kohler Showroom, Wauconda
FAMILY BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
In 2019 after years running his two businesses in Lake Barrington (RIGShowerDoors.com and AGSChicago.com), Tim Meade took on the challenge of purchasing property in Wauconda to relocate this business. It was quite a project. The facility previously housed a carpet company and needed a major overhaul. Now the building sparkles with the addition of a third business – a Kohler Showroom – that focuses on a variety of bathroom styles and products. This is a family business that involves Tim’s wife, two sons and daughter-in-law, and many long-term employees. There is also the family dog and occasional visits from grandchildren.
A 2020 BEST OF SW LAKE AWARD IS PRESENTED FOR:
- The number of years and superior level of service provided to the community.
- The ability to positively represent the community and work with family members to grow the business over the years.
- Taking the risk to relocate to Rand & Bonner Roads and debut a new showroom that showcases products and services in home improvement.
MARK HORNOK
Edward Jones, Barrington
COMMITMENT TO FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Since 2001 Mark Hornok, CRPC has been a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones. Starting with a small office in Wauconda, he eventually took over an office in downtown Barrington when its advisor was promoted to headquarters in St. Louis. With support from his long-time assistant, Cathie Flauter, and a deep well of research and market know-how from the home office (EdwardJones.com), Mark helps a cross-section of local families planning for retirement, saving for college for children or grandchildren, or just trying to protect the financial future of loved ones.
A 2020 BEST OF SW LAKE AWARD IS PRESENTED FOR:
- The number of years and superior level of service provided to the community.
- Support for clients by guiding them through the vagaries of an always-changing market.
- Experience at helping others prepare for a more secure future financially.
LOREN REID SEAMAN
LRS Interiors, Lake Zurich
LEADERSHIP IN STYLE
Design has been part of his life from an early age. When Loren Reid Seaman, ASID, IIDA, IFDA, was a child he pitched by selecting color palettes for the flooring and custom wool carpeting business owned by his father and grandfather. At Stevenson High School he was one of the first students placed in the advanced art program for sculpture and pottery. He says that “with all of my experience, I've learned that art is design.” For more than 30 years through his company (LRSInteriors.com), Loren has worked with clients to transform their homes, offices, retail stores and businesses into reflections of their personal style.
A 2020 BEST OF SW LAKE AWARD IS PRESENTED FOR:
- Superior level of service over the years as the owner of LRS Interiors.
- Support to clients by guiding them through the process of creating spaces that reflect their personal style.
- The ability to grow and change with the times by offering new online services due to the COVID-19 crisis.
TIM SIEFERT
Timothy Grant Jewelry, Lake Zurich & Schaumburg
ARTISTIC LEADERSHIP
Loosely defined, alchemy is the science of combining elements into beautiful objects. This is what Tim Siefert practices daily at either of his jewelry stores (TimothyGrantJewelry.com). A jeweler since 1985, Tim is an award-winning Goldsmith and Platinumsmith who specializes in the design and craftsmanship of one-of-a-kind pieces. He does not shy away from the exceptional. Quite the opposite, in fact, as Tim is especially passionate about non-symmetrical designs and those with unusual colors and textures. He excels at transforming unused jewelry into stunning new designs destined to be family heirlooms.
A 2020 BEST OF SW LAKE AWARD IS PRESENTED FOR:
- The number of years and superior level of service provided to the community.
- Support to clients by guiding them through the process of transforming little-used jewelry into stunning new pieces, as well as offering a Virtual Personal Shopping experience due to the COVID-19 crisis.
- A commitment to help families through Shane’s Foundation, a not-for-profit organization dedicated to child safety by preventing furniture and television tip-overs.