April 2014 Business Voice Newsletter

"Get Connected to the Region’s Best Business Network"

SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955 • REPRESENTING 15,712 MEMBER EMPLOYEES • APRIL 2014 VOL. 17, N UMBER 4

Business Person of the Year Nominees...

Russ McCombs Sunset Stone

John Medved Medved Autoplex

Elaine Stucy Stucy Realty

April 25, 2014 Chamber’s Annual Banquet Marriott Denver South at Park Meadows

Annual Celebration, Get Your Tickets Today!

The Chamber’s annual celebration banquet is an event filled with...

Amazing Auction Items, Networking, Fabulous Food & Fun! Don't miss this fun-filled evening! Why Not make it a Date Night!

Discounted Rooms are available at the Marriott - our special group rate is: $99 USD per night!

Your Purchase Your Tickets Today at Chamber www.CastleRock.org, Prices will be increasing soon!

Promoting the View all of the nominees on Community. Read more pg. 18 page 4.

Jim Mundle Douglas County Living

THIS ISSUE CEO Focus P.2 Best of the Best Nominees P.4 April Calendar of Events P.5 Business of the Month P.6 April Business Training P.10 Young Professionals Social P.11 Chamber’s Golf Tournament P.12 Women of Influence Lunch P. 13 YEA! Update P.15

CEO FOCUS

2014 Board of Directors Chamber sees leadership change A change will be taking place in the near future with the installation of the new Chamber board on April 25th at our Annual Banquet (see page 20 to obtain your reservation). Our board of directors have presented the new slate of officers and directors to the membership which include:

Pam Ridler, CCE CEO/President Castle Rock Chamber

Executive Committee: Chairman— Mike Tafoya, Estrada Strategies - DTC Chairman-elect—Elyse McNulty, Kaiser Permanente Treasurer— John Cona, ACME Brick Treasurer-elect—Aaron Fort, Eakins Fort & Company PC Immediate Past Chairman— Michael Likens, gopixel design studios

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD Michael Likens

gopixel design studios inc.

CHAIR-ELECT Mike Tafoya

Estrada Strategies-DTC TREASURER Nino DiM atteo

FirstBank - Douglas County TREASURER-ELECT John Cona

ACME Brick

IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN Aaron Barrick

Folkestad,F azekas, Barrick,& Patoile P.C. DIRECTORS Rand Cla rk

Random Productions Todd Folkenberg

New director appointments to the board include (2 year terms): Nino DiMatteo, First Bank of Douglas County Todd Folkenberg, Castle Rock Adventist Hospital Brooke Fox, CALF Gina Masterson, Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile PC One-year board appointments include: Robert Berry, Keystone Advisors Heather Browning, Colonial Insurance Bernie Greenberg, Kokish & Goldmanis PC Golden Goodwin, gosocial Douglas County (Young Professionals) Voting begins on Thursday, April 10th, where the membership will have the opportunity to cast their vote at the Business Over Breakfast hosted

by Sozo Chiropractic with the voting concluding on April 16, 2014.

Colorado’s Jobs on the Upswing I just received Gary Horvath’s monthly economy report; he is stats Colorado’s job growth scenario will most likely range with an increase of 68,000-74,000 in 2014. We will see our employment growth driven by the construction and tourism sectors at the top of the list adding 10,700 and 10,100 jobs respectively.

In addition the Professional, Scientific and Technical Services Sector (PST) posted a gain of 8,900 workers.

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A segment of the PST sector includes companies in Colorado's high tech industry.

Castle Rock Adventist Healt h Campus Brooke Fox

Colorado Agricultural Leadership Foundation Lisa Frizell

Douglas County Assessors Office Jill Garber

Arapahoe Communit y College Nadine Kirk

RE/MAX Alliance John Manka

1 Stop Tire & Auto Elyse McNult y

Kaiser Permanente Tom Waymire

Castle Rock Bank Linda Watson

Sky Ridge Medical Center EX-OFFICIO Mayor Paul Donahue

Town of Castle Rock Frank Gray

Castle Rock Economic Development Council

On a positive note, there were no sectors that lost jobs in 2013.

Sally Misare

Additional details can be found in the report, CBER Review of the Colorado Economy - Analysis of Colorado Employment Data 2013

Castle Rock Chamber

http://www.cber.co/CBEReconomy.html

(Look in the left hand column in the Colorado Economic and Employment Updates section).

Town of Castle Rock, Town Clerk Pam Ridler

CHAMBER STAFF Pam Ridler, CCE (President/CEO) Pam@CastleRock.org Melissa Mares (Director of Communications) MMares@CastleRock.org Alicia Early (Membership Development Director) Alicia@CastleRock.org Tammy Cratty (Office Administrator) Tammy@CastleRock.org Dewey Burton (Membership Investment Representative) Dewey@CastleRock.org Sonia Waugh (Visit or Center Coordinator) Receptionist@CastleRock.org 2

President Level

Executive Level

Thank You to Our Generous Sponsors!

Premier Level

Entrepreneur Level

Arapahoe Community College Douglas County Libraries Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. gopixel design studios, inc.

Kaiser Permanente MedVed Autoplex Castle Rock Mywedding.com

Mike Ward Infiniti One Clear Choice Garage Doors Plumbline Services, Inc. Renewal By Andersen Sam’s Club Wal-mart Wells Fargo Bank

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APRIL CALENDAR OF EVENTS Tuesday 1st Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Leadership Douglas County Alumni meeting (Chamber) @ 12:00 pm Young Entrepreneurs Academy Investor Panel Presentations (Castle View High School) @ 5:00 pm Wednesday 2nd Leadership Douglas County (Justice Center) @ 7:30 am Leads Referral (Castle Cafe) @ 11:30 am MAD Committee Meeting (Lost Coffee) @ 4:00 pm Friday 4th Castle Rock Economic Partners (Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C.) @ 8:00 am Monday 7th Ribbon Cutting (Sawara) @ 11:30 am Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Castle View High School) @ 5:00 pm Tuesday 8th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Worksite Wellness Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 8:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Wednesday 9th Ambassadors Exec Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 11:00 am Ambassadors Meeting (Chamber) @ 12:00 pm Thursday 10th Business over Breakfast (Sozo Chiropractic) @ 7:30 am Monday 14th Ribbon Cutting (The Olive Grove) @ 4:00 pm Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Castle View High School) @ 5:00 pm Tuesday 15th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Third Tech Tuesday (Chamber) @ 9:00 am Wednesday 16th Leadership Douglas County Steering Meeting (Chamber) 7:30 am Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am

Wednesday 16th (continue) Leads Referral (Castle Cafe) @ 11:30 am Business after Hours (TBD) @ 5:00 pm Thursday 17th Douglas County Community Foundation (Castle Rock Bank Castle Pines) @ 3:00 pm Friday 18th Castle Rock Economic Partners (Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C.) @ 8:00 am Monday 21st Fair Parade Meeting (Douglas County Events Center) @ 1:30 pm Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Castle View High School) @ 5:00 pm Tuesday 22nd Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Douglas County Business Alliance Board Meeting (Developmental Pathways) @ 7:30 am The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Wednesday 23rd Community Marketing Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 3:00 pm Thursday 24th Board of Directors Meeting (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Ribbon Cutting (US Bank) @ 12:00 pm Castle Rock Economic Gardening (Chamber) @ 1:15 pm Douglas County Young Professionals Social (FirstBank of Douglas County) @ 6:00 pm Friday 25th Chamber’s Annual Banquet (Denver Marriott South) @ 6:00 pm Monday 28th Young Entrepreneurs Academy Class YEA! (Castle View High School) @ 5:00 pm Tuesday 29th Women of Influence Luncheon (Union) @ 11:30 am Wednesday 30th Business of the Month (Plumbline Services, Inc.) @ 9:00 am

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BUSINESS OF THE MONTH

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APRIL

25 Bruce Hier and Robbie Person proudly accept the Business of the Month award as Chamber President, Pam Ridler, Chamber Chairman, Michael Likens and Chamber Ambassadors show their support.

The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce honors Hier Drilling Company as our March Business of the Month recipient.

Hier Drilling has been a member of the Castle Rock Chamber for more than 40 years, making them our longest standing members!

Hier Drilling Co has been in business since October 1973, continuing the tradition of Hier & Price Drilling, started in 1944

by Archie Hier and Art Price.

The company split in 19721973, when the pump service was sold to Ralph Norden, JA Price took on the deep industrial type work, and Hier Drilling has been doing the domestic work here in Douglas County ever since. In 1973, George Hier moved from the field into the office. subsequently, Bruce & Robbie Hier Person worked for the company starting in the 1980's, and upon George's retirement, took ownership of the company, beginning the 3rd generation of family ownership.

In 2008, Hier Drilling purchased Norden Pump Service, bringing that part of the water well industry back into the company structure. So now they are a full service drilling, installation and service company serving DougBus iness Voice News let ter ~ Marc h 2014 ~

las, Elbert, Arapahoe, and portions of El Paso, Jefferson, Adams, Park, Weld, and Denver counties. They pride themselves in being able to help people in the drilling process, from permitting through the completion of the well/pump system, and have multiple service crews to try to get you back in water as soon as possible. They are licensed and bonded through the Colorado Division of Water Resources. (Holding the 2nd oldest active license in the State). They are members of the Colorado Water Well Contractors Association, and the National Ground Water Association. In 1959, Hier & Price attended the first ever Douglas County Junior Livestock sale, and that is a tradition at Hier Drilling Co and they are very proud to have been able to participate in for the past 40 years.

They also are supporters of the CALF project at the Lowell Ranch. Please visit their website at www.hierdrillingco.com or call 303-688-3012 for information.

Congratulations from the Castle Rock Chamber for being recognized as an outstanding business!

Castle Rock Chamber’s Annual Banquet Friday, April 25th Time: 6pm to 9pm

Denver South Marriott Table Theme: Board Games

$65 pp until April 11th, $75pp After April 11th. $1000 - Corporate Sponsor -

Table Sign, 8 seats, entered into the table decoration contest. $225 - Table Sponsor -

Table Sign, 2 seats, entered into the table decoration contest.

For Corporate table sponsorship or Table sponsorship please email Alicia Early at: Alicia@castlerock.org Both Sponsorships - will be on Corporate or Table Sponsors slides during the event.

www.CastleRock.org Early Bird Rate Ends April 11th

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UPCOMING NETWORKING EVENTS

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

April’s Business Over Breakfast

Thursday, April 10th 7:30 am to 9:00 am April

Available for hosting

May 21

Meadows Neighborhood Company

June 18

Sky Ridge Medical Center

July 23

Legacy Hospice

August 20 Patriot Enterprises September 17 gopixel design studios, inc.

October 15

102 S. Wilcox Street Free to Community Connection level and above.

Guest must have a pass.

Email Alicia@castlerock.org

ANB Bank

November 12 Castle Rock Art Guild, Art on the Edge December 2

Medved Autoplex Castle Rock

One Pass for Networking level, free to Ascent level and above. $10 for Communit y Connection. Guests must have a pass. Time: 5pm-7pm

HAVE A LOT OF COMPETETORS? STAND OUT IN THE CROWD! HOST A NETWORKING EVENT! 2014/2015 dates available!

April 10 May 8

SOZO Chiropractic ANB Bank

June 12

H&M Transmission

July 10

DC Libraries

September 11

Arapahoe Community College Castle

October 9

JM Kitchen & Bath

CONFIRMED DATES!

Free to all Chamber members, Guests must have a pass.

Time: 7:30 am to 9 am.

Aligning your business with Castle Rock Chamber events through sponsorships puts your company in front of business professionals and civic leaders.

Regardless of your company’s size or business objectives, there are marketing opportunities to meet your company needs. Contact Alicia@castlerock.org or call the chamber at 303.688.4597.

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CHAMBER ANNIVERSARIES Business

Number of Years

Castle Rock Bank Rotary Club of Castle Rock Douglas County Temporary Services, Inc. Denver South Economic Development Partnership Wonstolen, Al Angie's Restaurant Douglas Elbert Task Force Awards with More Holland Hurst Asphalt Paving American Legion Post 1187 Arapahoe Community College Metro Mix, LLC Patriot Enterprises, Inc. Cox Baker & Page, LLC McKillip Group, The Budget Blinds of Castle Rock Proforma Image Branding South Suburban Taxi Jack of all Macs Augustine Grill Key Bank Colorado Lending Source Meritage Homes, Inc. Westside Towing Inc. Banfield Pet Hospital Joe Cool Ice Environmental Painting Begin Again Ranch Castle Rock Modern Dentistry Spencer Colorado Real Estate by Keller Williams Realty, DTC Digital Globe Services, Inc. Monthly MooLa Accent on Hearing ANB Bank Catholic Charities of Central Colorado Massage Envy Castle Rock Plum Creek Investment Services, Inc.

40 Years 27 Years 22 Years 21 Years 21 Years 16 Years 15 Years 11 Years 9 Years 9 Years 8 Years 8 Years 8 Years 7 Years 7 Years 6 Years 6 Years 5 Years 4 Years 4 Years 4 Years 4 Years 3 Years 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years 2 Years 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year 1 Year

Member to Member Discount Program As part of your investment with the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, you are eligible to participate in this program! You may offer savings or items of value that represent your business and take advantage of those offers from fellow members.

This is part of the Chamber’s ongoing efforts to help our members save. By participating in this program, you are furthering the goal of strengthening our local economy .

View all the member to member discounts at www.CastleRock.org in the Members Only section.

Contact Alicia at 303-688-4597 to participate.

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AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH Congratulations to our Ambassador of the month, Lynette McNairy, H&M Transmission and Automotive, LLC and H&M Collision and Auto Body, LLC. Born in St Paul Minnesota, Lynette moved here with her family to Colorado at a young age and grew up in the Denver Metro area. She attended Barnes Business College in Lakewood and joined the Val-Pak organization as their office manager. After 15 years, Lynette moved on to Colorado Mountain Development overseeing their accounts payable division in two states. That’s where she met her husband Mike who was in the process of startin g up H&M Transmission and Automotive in Castle Rock. Currently, she plays a key role as book keeper for H&M ensuring account accuracy, payables, receivables, taxes and payroll.

“I am so glad to be a part of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, what a great group to be involved with. As an ambassador and currently the secretary on the executive team, I am enjoying the opportunity to support both small and large busin esses in town. Castle Rock is home to a thriving busin ess community and I take pride in being a part of a small business and supportin g our community.”

Thank you Lynette for all you do for the Chamber.

SOZO Chiropractic Contact: Dr. Joe Schmitt 102 S. Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 720-390-5757

Ambassador Program is Sponsored By:

http://sozocastlerock.com/

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LEADS REFERRAL

THE BREAKFAST CLUB

2nd & 4th Tuesdays

1st & 3rd Wednesdays

2nd & 4th Tuesdays

Time: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Time: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

Time: 7:30 am to 8:45 am

Location: The Fowl Line

Location: Castle Cafe

Location: Village Inn

Contact: Alicia Early

Contact: Tammy Cratty

Contact: Dewey Burton

Alicia@Castlerock.org

Tammy@Castlerock.org

Dewey@Castlerock.org

The policy for Chamber Leads is to have one representative per business per group. Chamber staff maintains a regularly updated waiting list. Please contact the staff liaison from preferred group at 303-688-4597 to check availability.

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BUSINESS TRAININGS, HELP GROW YOUR BUSINESS

Top 3 Tips for LinkedIn Tuesday, April 15, 2014 Time: 9-10:00 am Location: Castle Rock Chamber Bring Your Own Device and Have Your LinkedIn Account Ready to Follow Along.

Read more about Dr. Post at: www.castlerockeg.com/ thirdtechtuesday.htm View Past Presentations at: http://www.slideshare.net/mpostphd/ Free to Chamber Members; $10 for prospective members.

Register at www.CastleRock.org the top performing state overall for fostering business growth and creating jobs. It ranked in the top 10 of Catherine Clifford, Entrepreneur Magazine every policy ranking and came in third overall in economic performTo encourage residents to start their ance. own businesses, states are investing #2. Colorado: In addition to in entrepreneur mentorship programs and pumping up their high-tech attracting hikers and bikers, the Rocky workforce. Maryland, Colorado and Virginia are the three states most Mountain state is a hotbed for highsupportive of innovation, according tech businesses and ranks fourth in to the fourth annual Enterprising the country for the number of new States report out this week from the businesses born.

U.S. Chamber of Commerce, a Washington, D.C.-based business It has a relatively high concentration advocacy organization. of STEM jobs and in the past two 5 Key Measures:The study measured years has bolstered its high-tech workfive aspects of policy, including exports and international trade, entre- force with an additional 1,100 software programmers, preneurship and innovation, business climate, talent pipeline, and infra840 engineers and 675 science structure. States were ranked for research jobs. their performance in each category.

Also, the study measured and ranked Read entire article at: http:// overall economic climate and growth in each state. Utah earned the title as www.cnbc.com/id/100699928 10 Best States for Starting a Business

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NEED BUSINESS COACHING???

Through the partnership of the Chamber and the Senior Cor e of Retir ed Executives (SCORE), we can help YOU keep your bus iness on cours e or successfully help you launch a new venture by providing consultations with industry experts.

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ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT—Register Now, Before it’s too late!

Sponsored By: Castle Rock Adventist Hospital Castle Rock Bank Castle Rock Development Company FirstBank of Douglas County

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The Women of Influence Luncheon Series provides opportunities and a venue for women leaders to network, share their best insights and business practices, and foster connections with others. Each quarterly luncheon will address a particular key issue and solutions to women's advancement.

Tuesday, April 29, 2014 Time: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm Location: Union, An American Bistro Address: 3 Wilcox Castle Rock, CO 80104 Guest Speaker: Amy Scerra Co-Founder, Think Global Institute Cost: $37.00 for Chamber members $47.00 Future members PURCHASE TICKETS AT WWW.CASTLEROCK.ORG

Think Global Institute Co-Founder, Amy Scerra found her true passion working with women entrepreneurs, working with them as they discover how their own strength, courage and tenacity come to life when empowered, safe and supported.

Amy’s expertise is in creating opportunities and connections for both local and international women entrepreneurs to expand their networks, strengthen engagement in communities and provide practical tools to promote sustainable business growth.

Read more at www.castlerock.org/ women.htm Luncheon Sponsored by:

The Chamber staff would like to announce the departure of our event manager, Wendy Krzeczowski.

Wendy has decided to leave us in order to pursue a new calling at Olinger as a Family Service Counselor.

In her short time with the chamber, she has developed some strong friendships and wants to thank the Castle Rock community for all the fun and happiness you brought to her heart!

We wish her well on her new opportunities and endeavors.

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Welcome New Members CenturyLink Contact: Mark DeCarlo (303) 840-1103 11290 S. Twenty Mile Rd. Parker, CO 80134 Category: Internet Services

Smart Watt Energy Contact: Robin Henry (828) 226-4413 215 S. Purcell Blvd. Pueblo, CO 81007 Category: Business Services Visit their website: www.smartwattinc.com

FUZE Tax, Accounting & Business Advisors, LLC Contact: Jamie Feth (303) 909-3705 200 S. Wilcox St, #153 Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Tax Return Preparation Visit their website: www.fuzetax.com Physiotherapy Associates Castle Rock Contact: Todd O'Mara (303) 660-5349 4348 Woodlands Blvd, #100 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Medical Clinic Visit their website: www.physiocorp.com Priority Insurance Services an Allstate Insurance Agency Contact: Bruce Weinroth (303) 351-0090 721 N. Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Insurance

Walgreens Contact: Brian Fairthorne (303) 663-6858 14 Allen St. Castle Rock, CO 80108 Category: Pharmacy Visit their website: www.walgreens.com

Wegner Construction Group, LLC Contact: Gregory Wegner (720) 708-2890 Category: Construction Visit their website: www.wegnerconstructiongroup.com

Well Seasoned Personal Chef Contact: Dana Donathan (303) 931-8371 Category: Personal Chef Services Visit their website: www.wellseasonedpersonalchef.com

Sawara Contact: Kai Kim (303) 660-5328 312 Metzler Dr. Castle Rock, CO 80108 Category: Restaurants

Restaurant of the Month

The Social 872 W Happy C anyon Rd , Castle Rock 303. 524.9 788 www.thesocialcastlepines.com Bus iness Voice News let ter ~ Marc h 2014 ~

Beverage Sponsor

The Pepsi Bott ling Company 3801 Brighton B oulevard Denver, CO 8021 6

Storage Sponsor

Park Street /Jerry Stre et Storage 1500 N. Pa rk St reet Ca stle Roc k, CO 303.688.22 42 14

Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) STUDENTS PITCH TO LOCAL INVESTORS

requirements to be selected to present to the Investor Panel:

- Young Entrepreneurs from Douglas County Seek Funding to Launch Enterprises –

Nic Brownrigg is a sophomore at Castle View High School. He has a heart for service and is starting a non-profit social enterprise.

On Tuesday, April 1, 2014, young entrepreneurs will present their business plans before a panel of local business leaders and a public audience. Students from the Castle Rock Young Entrepreneurs Academy who have completed the milestones necessary to allow them to progress to the Investor Panel, will be competing for funding from local investors, who may choose to fund one, some or all of the student enterprises. Based on the appeal and merit of the students’ plans and presentations, local companies like mywedding.com, Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus and other members of the Castle Rock C hamber wi ll deter mine the amount of funds to allocate to each business or social movement.

Mike Boyle, of The Mike Boyle Restaurant Shows, will be master of ceremonies for the event. The Investor Panel will also choose the overall winner, who will move on to the Semi-Final Competition in Frisco, Texas, at the end of April, where he/she will again compete for funding and potential scholarships. These students present their business ventures and social movements to the public for the first time and compete for funding that will enable them to get their ideas off the ground and running. These s tude nts have co mplete d all

Ariana Castro is a sophomore at Castle View High School. She has taken her passion for fashion and turned it into a retail business.

Marissa Gould is a freshman at Castle View High School. With YEA!, she has finally gotten the opportunity to turn her product idea into a reality.

Paul McNamara is a freshman at Highlands Ranch High School. His interest in filmmaking and digital technology has turned a hobby into a business enterprise.

The event is free and the community is invited to come and observe the Investor Panel pitch competition, which will be held in the theatre at Castle View High School, 5254 N. Meadows Drive, Castle Rock, CO 80109. A Reception will be held at 6 p.m., and Presentations begin at 6:30 p.m.

Thank you to our Title Sponsors:

Castle Rock Adventist Hospital myWedding.com and the Castle Rock Chamber.

Additional support from: Castle View High School and the Kauffman Foundation.

We couldn’t conduct this program without the dozens of volunteers and organizational support that we receive.

About the Young Entrepreneurs Academy: The direct missio n of YEA! is to help students embrace their passion, energy, creativity and talents, launch a venture, and view entrepreneurship as synonymous with success and freedom.

In 2008, YEA! “spun-off” from the University of Rochester, where it was formed in 2004 with support from the Kauffman Foundation, to create its own not-for-profit corporation, YEA! Inc., which is currently launching sites in colleges, universities and high schools across the country to provide comprehensive, exciting entrepreneurship education, leadership development and innovation training to youth, providing them with skills they need to succeed in the 21st Century. For more information about the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, please visit http://castlerock.o rg/ YEA.htm or www.yeausa.o rg Begin as a student and finish as a CEO!©

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS! Gold Sponsors:

Silver Sponsors:

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Membership Privileges Are You Taking Advantage of these Money Saving Programs?

AFFINITY PROGRAMS SAVE YOU MONEY! TESTIMONIALS NEEDED! The Chamber is requesting member testimonials to add to our website.

Tell us what you think about the Chamber! How are we doing, what do you love about the Chamber?

If selected, your testimonial will be featured on our website and will include your headshot, member quote along with your business information with your website link. Send testimonials to newsletter editor : Melissa Mares Mmares@castlerock.org or call 303.688.4597 with questions!

Thank You for the Input!

RECOMMEND JOINING THE CHAMBER! EARN CHAMBER CASH! WHAT: Stewardship Program WHY: Reduce Your Membership Investment Cost HOW: Steward Recognition: Your name and the referred new Chamber member will be spotlighted in the Business Voice in STEWARDSHIP RECOGNITION section.

To complete your referral go to www.castlerock.org & click the Refer a New Member Icon. OR EMAIL ALICIA@CASTLEROCK.ORG .

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Office Depot Program Members save approximately 15% to 25% annually on their office supplies!

To receive your National Program Office Depot card, please call the Chamber at 303-688-4597 or email Tammy@castlerock.org.

DONATIONS CAN BE MADE ONLINE www.CastleRock.org THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROSITY! Comcast Business Class Available to all Members!

Whatever the size of your company, it needs to respond quickly to the needs of customers, communicate reliably with suppliers, and find smarter ways to increase employee productivity.

Chamber members can save on internet Service and Voice service!

For more information, contact Mark Pendergast of Comcast Business Class at 303-720-8090 or email markpendergast@cable.comcast.com

11th Annual Castle Rock WineFest Saturday, July 19, 2014 2:00 pm to 8:00 pm The Grange in The Meadows 3692 Meadows Blvd.

For More Information about these programs visit www.CastleRock.org and click on Affinity Programs Icon.

Tickets On Sale Now!

www.CastleRockCulture.com

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Developing Leaders-Leadership Douglas County March’s Class Topic: Energy Resources and Water Sustainability Day Steering Committee Planners: Stephen Micolajzeck, Doug Campbell, Ann Speer Sponsors of the day: LDC would like to thank our Host Sponsor for the day: Parker Water and Sanitation District! Lunch was generously provided by Firehouse Subs of Parker and IREA. The Leadership Douglas County class learned that “first in line, first in right” is the basis of Colorado’s priority system under water law, as explained by Dr. John Hendricks of the Centennial Water District. The class discovered in depth, what is happening in Douglas County in the areas of water, energy and conservation.

With so much happening in the areas of water and the recent addition of the Rueter-Hess Reservoir to the county’s infrastructure, the day was filled with a number of experts in their respective fields discussing current trends and long-term plans for some of the county’s most complex issues.

The class also heard from Josh Liss, Manager of Public Affairs, IREA, Chris McGowne of Colorado Gas & Oil and Tom Henley of Xcel. Mr. Veda Ball of TeamWise led a workshop on conflict management during the leadership skills segment, where participants practiced listening, removing emotion from the situation and, increasing their ability to utilize more options during difficult conversations.

Water 101 session focused on water demand and management, but also about the need for good communications with the public. Tours of the North Water Treatment Plant and Rueter-Hess Reservoir completed the day.

Leadership Douglas County helps emerging and recognized leaders expand their skills, enhance their knowledge of local and state issues, and increase their effectiveness, while leveraging their individual passion to have a positive impact on their community.

For more information on the Leadership Douglas County program, or to visit a class, please call Carrie at 720.440.3726 or email info@LeadershipDouglasCounty.com.

Applications for the 2014-15 year are now available and class size is limited.

LDC is only possible through the support of our generous partners. Patron Sponsors: BreakThroughs, Inc., Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, the City of Lone Tree and Douglas County Government; and Program Sponsors: Black Hills Energy, Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation, Douglas County Libraries, FirstBank of Douglas County, South Metro Fire and Rescue Authority, Town of Castle Rock, Wells Fargo Bank, IREA and the Chambers of Commerce of Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree and Parker.

Thank you all for your

generous support!

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Customized, Confidential Consultations to Help Your Business Grow Business resources to keep you moving forward M A R K E T RE SE A R C H - C O M P E TI T I VE A N A L Y S I S - B US I N E S S T O O L S - L O C A L E X P E R TS

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Whether you’r e just starting out and SP E C I A LI Z E D C O U N S E L I N G need help turning an idea into reality, M ARKE T DAT AB ASE SE ARC HE S or you’ve been established for years and want to take your business to the next BUSI NE SS P L AN RE VIE W level, we can show you how to gain the BUSI NE SS DE VE LO PM E N T T O OLS knowledge, direction, and connections you need to cultivate a successful busiC O NSTRU CTI O N RE P ORTS ness.

E X PE RT RE S OUR CE RE FE RR ALS The concept of economic gardening fosters entrepreneurial activity by providing the essential information, infrastructure, and resources required for successful business development and growth. All services and information are at little or no cost to both start-ups and established businesses in Douglas County, Colorado. Please take a few moments to explore our website and learn how the Castle Rock Economic Gardeners can help your business grow.

www.CastleRockEG.com A C C E SS T O L O C A L E X P E RT I SE It is not possible to be an expert about every aspect of running a business. The Chamber can provide participants with referrals to experts in such areas as financing, legal and zoning.

D AT AB AS E & G I S R ES E AR CH The program has access to industry leading research databases and GIS information to develop a custom growth plan. Databases include Reference USA, Dodge Report, JJ Hill.

W ANT M OR E I NFOR M ATI ON? Economic Gardening infor mation and a program application may be found at the Castle Rock Economic Gardening website. www.CastleRockEG.org

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Members in the News Suicide Awareness/Prevention 5k RunWalk on April 6th - The DC Proud, DC Strong 5K Run-Walk is April 6th, from 11am to 3pm at Butterfield Park in the Meadows. This 5K walk-run to talk, to be together, and to support friends and family of Douglas County schools will help raise money and awareness for suicide prevention in Douglas County. Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dcproud-dc-strong-5k-registration10635520127

Consumer Reports ranks Sky Ridge #1 in Safety - Sky Ridge is proud to share that Consumer Reports ranked them number 1 in safety among Denver area hospitals.

The criteria is centered on communication, infection rates, readmissions, unnecessary CT scans and mortality. Their first value is safety and they are proud of their team for delivering exceptional clinical care to their patients.

Easter Eggstravaganza is Saturday, April 12th from 1 to 3pm at Butterfield Park.

This annual Spring celebration will take place at the beautiful Butterfield Park in The Meadows. Over 30,000 stuffed Easter Eggs will be available in five egg hunt circles for kids ages 0-4th grade. Bring your Easter basket and camera too! This event will also feature kiddie trains, large inflatable slide, the Easter Bunny and the ever-popular Jell-O Egg Eating Contest and more. Read more: https://www.smore.com/pn7hu The All Colorado Expo is Saturday, April 12th at Castle View High School. Join them for a fun-filled day visiting booths and presentations ranging from Colorado crafts and gardening, Colorado businesses, and Colorado activities and sports. Then step outside to see Mile High Jeep Club's display of off-road fun. This free event will benefit Castle View High School activities and athletics. More in at: https:// www.facebook.com/ALLCOLORADOExpo Kaiser Permanente presents, Healthy Diet on a Dime Smart nutrition tips that fit your busy lifestyle - You don’t have to break the bank — or sacrifice taste — to whip up healthy meals and snacks, even if you’r e tight on time. In fact, the following four tips can help you find the sweet spot of balancing your budget, your busyness, and your well-being. Read more: http://www.castlerock.org/news.htm

On April 30th at 6:30 pm at The Social (872 W Happy Canyon Rd), just in time for Cinco de Mayo, join them for a five course dinner and tequila dinner. Cost is $65 per person. Please call for a reservation at 303-524-9788 or visit our website for more details, www.TheSocialCastlePines.com.

1st Annual Douglas County Fair Foundation - Cowboy Ball is Saturday, May 3rd from 6pm to 9pm at the Douglas County Events Center. Boots & Bling Attire!

Join us for a Roast of the Honorable 'Jim Sullivan'. Buffet Dinner, Cash Bar, Live & Silent Auctions & Dance. Individual Tickets $125. Table of 8 $1000. (includes a 'brick paver' - a $250 value). For more info & RSVP call Monica Wasden (303) 683-5549 The Castle Rock Senior Center's 14th Annual Co-Ed “SPRING SWING Golf Tournament is Thursday, May 22, 2014 at The Ridge Golf Course. Sign up at the Senior Center of visit www.castlerockseniorcenter.org.

Castle Rock/Parker Keller Williams Agents Recognized for outstanding 2013 Achievements—Keller Williams Realty International, the largest real estate firm in the United States, announced its 2013 agent awards. Several agents from the Castle Rock/Parker market center were among the honorees. Employing Broker/Owner Steve Thayer was awarded Platinum Medallion status. Thayer was also recognized as the #2 individual agents in the State of Colorado along with being the fifth highest person for total transactions. Read more: http://www.castlerock.org/ chamber_news9.htm 21

Town & County News and Events Broncos Autograph Event/Mile High Salute to Fans Tour is Saturday, April 19th at the White Pavilion (414 North Perry Street) from 6:30 pm to 7:30 pm. Join the Downtown Alliance for the Mile High Salute to Fans Tour and Meet Denver Broncos Players * Denver Broncos Cheerleaders * and Miles the Mascot! There will be Music & Food at this Free Family Fun. More info at http:// www.downtowncastlerock.com/broncos-autograph-event/ Plan guides Castle Rock Water toward future as industry leader - Ensuring high-quality water is just the beginning. Castle Rock Water also wants to keep the Town on the right track as it strives to be an industry leader in water service. Securing longterm water and maintaining existing supplies remain top priorities for Castle Rock Water, as outlined in the department’s FiveYear Strategic Plan approved by Town Council earlier this month.

The plan serves as a road map for future water service in Castle Rock. Read more: http://www.crgov.com/civicalerts.aspx?

AID=739 Town rebate program rewards residents for being water smart Castle Rock residents looking to save money and be water conscious have a renewed resource approved by Town Council last week. The Town offers several water conservation rebates as part of an overall conservation plan. However, funds are limited, and rebates are awarded on a first-come, first-serve basis. So, residents are encouraged to take advantage of these rebates before the money runs out. Read more: http://www.castlerock.org/ chamber_news4.htm Eight projects honored with Town’s 2013 Design Awards When Castle Rock has a vision for the future. Part of that vision is to preserve Castle Rock’s unique small-town character. A Town award program is recognizing outstanding building and site design that helps achieve that vision. Eight development projects in Town received Town Council recognition this month with the 2013 Site Design Awards. Read more: http:// www.castlerock.org/chamber_news10.htm

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Douglas County District voucher program goes to the state Supreme Court - Colorado’s Supreme Court will hear arguments on the constitutionality of the Douglas County School District voucher program. The court will decide if Taxpayers for Public Education and others have the right to challenge the voucher program. The school board initiated the Scholarship Choice program in 2011, but it never got started because of the law suit which contends that it would violate the Public Schools Finance Act, an article on Chalkbeat Colorado said.

Read more: http://www.castlerock.org/ chamber_news8.htm Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is Saturday, April 26 at the Castle Rock Police Dept. - Studies show that a majority of abused prescription drugs are obtained from family and friends, including from the home medicine cabinet. Such drugs can also contaminate water supplies, if not disposed of correctly. That’s why the Castle Rock Police Department joins the Drug Enforcement Administration’s National Drug Take Back Initiative. Read more: http:// www.crgov.com/Calendar.aspx?

EID=2705&month=4&year=2014&day=1&calType=0 The Tri Sprint'n the Rec - Indoor Triathlon is Sunday, April 27 at the Castle Rock Recreation Center. Castle Rock's third annual indoor triathlon! Join us for a fun, non-competitive introduction to a triathlon race. Only 10 minutes in the pool, 20 minutes on the spin bike and 10 minutes on the treadmill. Anyone can do it! Completely indoors and no special equipment required. Read more: http://www.crgov.com/Calendar.aspx?

EID=2703&month=4&year=2014&day=1&calType=0 Spring Up the Creek is Saturday, May 3rd Feeling anxious to get outside and enjoy the springtime weather? Plan to join your neighbors, fellow students, Town staff and other “Stream Teams” at Spring Up the Creek Saturday, May 3, from 9 to 11:30 a.m. Read more: http://www.castlerock.org/chamber_news5.htm 22

Did You Know?

As part of your membership with the Castle Roc k Chamber, all members are eligible to c ontribute to our Business Voic e Newsletter in the “Memb ers in the News ” sec tion.

Submit all press releases or company ann ounc ements to th e n ewsletter E d it or , M el is sa M are s at mmares@castlerock.org by the 15th of the month to be included in the f ol l ow in g m on t h ’s i ssu e.

Take advantage of this opportunity to reac h fellow ch amb er memb ers. *Some Restrictions apply.

Upcoming Signature Events Chamber’s Annual Banquet—April 25, 2014 Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament—June 16, 2014 11th Annual, Castle Rock WineFest—July 19, 2014 25th Annual Colorado Artfest at Castle Rock— Sept. 6 & 7, 2014

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