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Meet Our Winner
First Midwest Bank and 101.9 THE MIX are pleased to announce that Flavia Lamberghini, owner of Apple Dental Care in Chicago’s Logan Square neighborhood, has taken the top prize in the 2020 Inspiring Women in Business contest.
In addition to running Apple Dental Care, Lamberghini is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Pediatric Dentistry of the University of Illinois, where she trains and mentors dentists. Over the years, Lamberghini’s business has grown exponentially, from a solo practitioner to a team of 21 dentists. She currently partners with Chicago Public Schools and the Chicago Department of Public Health in the CPS-Dental Program to provide dental exams and cleaning to more than 50,000 children every year, regardless of socioeconomic background, coexisting medical conditions and ability to pay for the service.
Lamberghini also sponsors an annual dental mission trip to Panama, partners with the Red Cross to enhance the participation of parents in blood donation campaigns and has created an educational program for her employees who want to pursue their Dental Assistant State Certification.
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A Bank That Cares
As a trusted financial partner, First Midwest Bank is ready to help take your business to the next level. We believe that all businesses start with a great idea, a passion to succeed, and dedicated people who see it through. Connect with a local, Small Business expert in your community who can provide knowledgeable, personalized service.
Our Partners
The Women’s Business Development Center (WBDC) is a 501(c)(3) resource center for business growth and innovation. WBDC’s mission is to support and accelerate business development, targeting women and serving all diverse business owners.
NAWBO is the voice of 12 million women business owners nationally. Formed in 1978, NAWBO Chicago provides women business owners with leadership, education and networking opportunities. amid a community of fellow women business owners.