Business Directory

The business was originally opened in May of 1977 as a residential flooring store. We continued to grow and expand and in the 80's ventured out into the commercial market. Visit our contact page.

Food Works is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a sustainable food economy in Southern Illinois. Through farmer training and consumer education, Food Works promotes long-term farming networks that create healthy soils, healthy food, and healthy communities in the 23 counties that make up Southern Illinois.

Family owned and operated since 1979, Fowler Heating & Cooling started in the home of our first generation and has since expanded into a facility with 20,000 sqft of space that houses a state-of-the-art sheet metal fabrication shop and a fully stocked parts department that serves Southern Illinois river to river.  And as a Bryant® Factory Authorized Dealer, we have a 100% Satisfaction guarantee* – let us prove it!

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers® was co-founded in 2002 by brothers Bill and Randy Simon with their friend and business partner, Scott Redler. It was named in honor of Bill and Randy’s father. Together, they built a brand focused on quality, hospitality, cleanliness and timeless traditions.

At Fresenius Kidney Care, we’re passionately committed to helping people with chronic kidney disease (CKD) and end stage kidney disease (ESKD), also known as end stage renal disease (ESRD), lead fuller and more active lives.

Fresenius Kidney Care, a division of Fresenius Medical Care, serves over 190,000 patients in more than 2,600 centers nationwide. As the worldwide leader in kidney disease, we strive to provide the highest-quality care to help people live longer, healthier lives.

Farmers State Bank of Alto Pass has completed its acquisition of Williams & Associates Insurance LLC, located in Eldorado, Harrisburg, and Marion, Illinois.

As a product of that acquisition, Williams & Associates Insurance has transitioned into the Farmers State Bank family under its new name, FSB Insurance.

Williams & Associates Insurance has been co-owned by the Williams Family and Farmers State Bank of Alto Pass since 2002. In December of 2021, Farmers State Bank of Alto Pass completed the purchase of Williams & Associates Insurance in its totality.

Our goal in creating and offering Futiva Hosted Communications is to provide both small and large businesses with affordable, state-of-the-art communications systems that are easy to use and update with amazing features that easily scale to meet the needs of any business.

General Dynamics is organized into four business groups: Aerospace, Marine Systems, Combat Systems and Technologies.


We have a balanced business model which gives each business unit the flexibility to stay agile and maintain an intimate understanding of customer requirements.


Each business unit is responsible for the execution of its strategy and operational performance. Our corporate leaders set the overall strategy of the business and manage allocation of capital. This unique model keeps us focused on what matters — delivering on our promises to customers through relentless improvement, continued growth, boosting return on invested capital and disciplined capital deployment.

GFI Digital is a full service provider of office print systems and information technology services. For over 25 Years, GFI Digital has been a strategic partner for customers seeking support for their commercial copiers and printers, managed print services, and advanced technology services, including managed network services.

Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois serves over 6,500 girls and nearly 3,400 adults in 40 counties in Southern Illinois. Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois has a yearly operating budget of approximately $4.3 million. One out of every seven school aged girls in our jurisdiction is a Girl Scout.

Hundreds of programs are offered by Girl Scouts of Southern Illinois and our network of volunteers, annually, as part of the Girl Scout Leadership Experience where girls Discover, Connect, and Take Action.

Glaciers End, owned and operated by Derek and Libby Ervin, is a store located at 104 N Print Ave Marion Il. We relocated to beautiful Southern Illinois after spending several years in Chicago- We took a cue from Green Acres and decided "Farm Livin' is the life for us".

We are a farm to shelf agribusiness focused on growing specialty crops and utilizing native and invasive fauna from our farm and other farmers throughout southern Illinois. We create delicious and unique products for your kitchen, pantry and cellar. We currently produce Shrub drinking Vinegars, Hot Sauces, Pickles, Jams, Jellies, and Syrups, as well as other interesting and unique creations.

We specialize in traditional food preservation methods using ingredients that we source from our orchard, gardens and woods and from over fifty local farms and growers. We use natural fermentation processes as well as traditional canning methods to preserve our fruit and vegetables producing healthy and delicious creations that we hope challenge and delight the palate.

Hours:
Tues-Fri 11am-6pm Sat 1-6pm

Our mission is to provide the finest portfolio of beverages in our area to our retail cistomers, with unmatched service, and to bring people together for a better community. Beer has been helping people come together and have extraordinary experiences for thousands of years, and it's our honor to be part of that history. We're always looking for better ways to do business, and our talented staff helps us raise the bar every day. Our retailers and consumers can rest assured that we'll never settle for "good enough". It is our goal to deliver superior products and exemplary service in every interaction.

Whether a comprehensive facilities project or an emergency repair, we are the team you can depend on to get the job done correctly the first time. Your business is important to you, and you want to know that your plumbing is in good hands. We guarantee our work and we always stand behind our pricing—an upfront and honest team providing only the highest quality workmanship.

Growing, engaging and connecting businesses and leaders in our community.
The Chamber works within these CORE VALUES:

Membership
Support of the business community and partner organizations through investment and volunteerism.

Accountability
Ensuring transparency in how and why programs are implemented and providing equal opportunity for engagement.

Respect
Knowing that all members bring their expertise and experience to the table.

Integrity
Keeping with internal and industry standards to ensure proper reporting and during times of transition.

Optimism
Maintaining positive attitude to ensure growth and partnerships.

Networking
Providing engaging opportunities for members to connect and build their business network.


Our 2023 – 2025 Strategic Plan is focused on:
Working with Community Partners to Address Business Concerns on Economic Vitality and Quality of Life
Internal Focus for the Chamber’s Sustainability; Diversity, Equity and Inclusion; and Increase Member Engagement of Benefits & Resources
Create measurables to gauge program effectiveness.

We invite every business/industry and individual to join our organization and help make a difference in the community today for tomorrow and the future.

We are a local family-owned, fully licensed, and insured business with an A+ accreditation with the BBB. With over 25 years of installation and business experience, Ground FX takes pride in giving every customer a satisfying experience from start to finish. What sets us apart is our focus on customer relationships. We make ourselves available to troubleshoot for our customers. We problem solve. We deliver.

Hours:
8-4:30

We have loan options to fit every situation, from down payment assistance programs for first-time homebuyers to government-sponsored programs for military families and rural residents or jumbo loans in high-cost markets.

Hours:
5-Aug

Nonprofit organization aiming to break the vicious cycle of poverty and addiction through education.

Hours:
By Appointment

Heartland Metal and Building Supplies is a veteran-owned and operated business that is committed to our customer’s complete satisfaction and success. We are conveniently located near Marion, IL and we provide service for customers in Southern Illinois, Southeast Missouri, Western Kentucky, and Southern Indiana.

We manufacture metal building panels, supply trim, and offer complete packages to supply the agricultural, residential, and commercial markets. We strive to provide excellent customer service to every customer, no matter how big or small the project. We treat each customer with honesty and respect, and we are always available to answer questions and provide recommendations on our products.