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ABOUT

Nicholas

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Village Trustee Nicholas Panicola, Jr. was appointed to the Village Board in 2017 and began his second term in May 2019. A lifelong resident of Bensenville for more than 25 years, Nicholas is deeply committed to serving the community he calls home.

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He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in History and Political Science from Carthage College and recently earned his Master of Business Administration (MBA).

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Trustee Panicola actively volunteers at community events throughout the year, including the Annual Toy Drive Distribution, Coffee with the Village President, and Holiday Magic. He also represents Bensenville as a member of the DuPage Mayors and Managers Conference Legislative Committee, where he advocates for policies that support local municipalities and residents.

IMPORTANT ISSUES

  • Keeping DuPage County Residents Safe

  • Fight for our Seniors and our most Vulnerable Citizens

  • Advocate for Community Block Grants (CBG, CDBG)

  • Secure Vital Infrastructure Funding (Roads, Stormwater, Bridges)

  • Maximize your Tax Dollar thru Intergovernmental Cooperation

EDUCATION

  • Elmhurst College MBA, Managerial Leadership ’19

  • Carthage College, Political Science ’14

ELECTED/CIVIC EXPERIENCE

  • Trustee, Village of Bensenville (2017-Present)

  • DuPage Mayors & Managers Conference Legislative Caucus Member

  • Active Member Bensenville Annual Toy Drive

  • Volunteer Supporter of Elmhurst Knights of Columbus

PROFESSIONAL

  • AVP Portfolio Manager, Millennium Bank

  • Helping Small Businesses with SBA Loans

  • Millennium Bank is DuPage County’s 1st Minority Owned Bank

Leadership. Experience. Compassion.

I’m running for DuPage County Board to protect and enhance the quality of life we all enjoy and expect in our community.

As a lifelong resident, proven local elected official, and community banker who has helped countless small businesses grow and succeed, I understand what makes DuPage County thrive.

I promise to be your voice on the County Board—advocating for responsible leadership, fiscal integrity, and policies that strengthen our neighborhoods.

I’m proud to have the endorsement of many local leaders who believe my experience, leadership, and compassion will best serve the residents of District 1.


—Nicholas Panicola, Candidate for DuPage County Board District 1

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