July 2011 Business Voice

SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955 • REPRESENTING 14,177 MEMBER EMPLOYEES

JULY 2011, VOLUME 8, NUMBER 7

Castle Rock WineFest July 23 See page 2 for details

MORE NEWS INSIDE MBA Program Comes to Castle Rock

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Annual Golf Tournament Winners & Photos

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Leadership Douglas County Graduates

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Colorado Ranked #5 for Doing Business

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Business BusinessTrainings Trainings Constant Contact Email Marketing Training FREE training for Castle Rock Chamber Members & $20 for non-members

Topic: Constant Contact - The Power of Email Marketing - Training to Boost Your Business!

When: Tuesday, July 19, 11:30 am to 1 pm Castle Rock Chamber 420 Jerry Street

Zakary Barron Constant Contact

This seminar is useful for all audiences from beginner to advanced, providing valuable information regarding best practices and winning strategies in email marketing by expert Zakary Barron, Regional Development Director for Constant Contact. º Get and keep quality subscribers º Avoid being a "spammer" º Increase deliverability/open rates and get results º Learn tips for writing compelling content º Get examples of successful email campaigns º Formulate a customer communication strategy Register by emailing tammy@castlerock.org, or call 303-688-4597 Castle Rock Chamber Business Voice

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CEO Focus Chamber brings MBA Program to Castle Rock We are so excited to have a higher education campus coming to Castle Rock in August when Arapahoe Community College opens at 4700 Castleton bringing opportunity for undergraduate classes for our residents.

Pam Ridler, CCE President/CEO

Soon we will expand that higher education to our local residents which will include the ability to acquire a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or Management/Leadership (MA) degree from regionally accredited Webster University without leaving Castle Rock. Beginning on January 12, 2012, classes will be held Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the Chamber offices in downtown Castle Rock.

The program consists of five, nine-week classes per year, with breaks in between each class.

Participants can earn their degree in a little over two years (or sooner). Tuition is $1,500 per class for fiscal year 2011-2012. Military discounts and financial aid are available as well as transfer credit, if applicable. Learn more at webster.edu/Denver or call 303-708-8305.

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Chamber works to Promote our Community It is that time of year again, the popping of corks I mean. The 8th Annual Castle Rock WineFest on July 23rd will be featuring more than 185 Colorado wines with a twist--we will be having fabulous jazz entertainment throughout the day by MoDaZz and a multitude of culinary and wine demonstrations. The WineFest at the Meadows has really turned into a great regional event by bringing thousands from outside our area who love Castle Rock’s charm. They also like to check out Castle Rock’s other amenities such as shopping and eating establishments around town.

Join us at Uniscali on July 18th, Augustine Grill, July 19th or Gabriel’s on July 20 for a sumptuous evening of culinary delights paired with a wonderful array of delectable wines.

These pairing events will fill up quickly so don’t procrastinate, get your tickets at CastleRockWineFest.com. Discounted packages for both a wine dinner and Grand Tasting admission are also available. Cheers!

Get your Business in Shape with the Chamber Our Executive Development program will take your business to the next level with the Chamber’s Business Boot Camp. Business owners who are well past the start-up phase, and need to revisit their business plans and marketing strategies, explore capital acquisition (CEO Focus continued on page 8)

Vision Igniting passion for business success and community prosperity

Mission • Support and promote member businesses • Be a “voice” to government • Foster a livable community with positive growth

Core Compentencies

Call us at 303.688.4597 or visit our website: CastleRock.org.

The official Castle Rock Chamber website offers relocation and school information, Business Directory with links, community events schedule and much more.

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Creating a Strong Local Economy Promoting the Community Advocating Political Action Developing Business Relationships Representing Business to Government

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17th Annual Golf Tournament Tee ‘Em Up! Castle Rock Chamber Tees Up a Golf Experience to Remember Tournament Sponsor, Bubbles Liquor World, Provides Fabulous Contests and Prizes Bragging rights go to The Club at Pradera team of Tony Principato, Mike Corbett and Chip and Katie Hierlihy for taking first place at the annual Chamber golf tournament with a mind-boggling score of 50! The team was awarded individual trophies, $150 each in the pro shop merchandise, as well as the coveted Traveling Trophy to enjoy for the next year. The tournament course, Red Hawk Ridge, Ridge was in superior shape, presenting participants of the sold out event with one breathtaking view after another.

A field of 144 players enjoyed a perfect day of cloudless skies and temperatures in the 80s, along with complimentary beverages from partners of Title Sponsor Bubbles Liquor World.

World Second place trophies were presented to the Castle Rock Bank Scott Weber, representing Trophy Sponsor Cbeyond, presents the team of Tom Miller, D.J. Tedesco, Joey Edge and Matt Castle Rock Chamber Traveling Trophy and individual Call. Second place winners also received $100 each trophies to the 2011 winning team, The Club at Pradera.

Missing from the photo is Katie Hierlihy, who also claimed in pro shop merchandise. Third place was captured the Women’s Longest Drive award. by the Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus team of Aaron Fritz, Jeremy Pittman, Ted King and Vern Nelson who received $50 each from the pro shop. There were also prizes galore for tournament contests, giveaways and refreshments on tee boxes and drawings during lunch including such fabulous prizes as a snow board, guitar, grill, golf bags, beach chairs, and a large number of shirts and hats thanks to Bubbles partners who participated.

Coolers, donated by CoWest Insurance Group, Group served as goodie bags filled with gifts and snacks from tournament sponsors. Shirts were provided to each tournament participant by Shirt Sponsor Wells Fargo Bank and Black Hills Energy sponsored breakfast for the players. Thank you to Tee Sponsors: Comcast, Iron Mountain, Beverage Distributors – Apex, NAPA Auto Parts, The Club at Pradera, Crown Royal, Jim Beam, Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus, Castle Rock Bank, Castle Rock Development Company, FirstBank - Douglas County, IREA, Pinnacol Assurance and Sky Ridge Medical Center.

Planning has already begun for next year join us for a fun day of business and pleasure!

“There isn’t a better way to do business and make friends than the Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament.”

Chamber golfer

Scott Weber, representing Trophy Sponsor Cbeyond, presents the Castle Rock Bank team with their second place trophies and cash prizes of $100 per player.

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Deadline to Register is July 8th

Share the challenges, dreams and accomplishments of high profile women in business, government, science and the arts!

Be Inspired Over Lunch Thursday July 14, 2011

Archeologist,

11:30am—1pm Cherokee Ranch & Castle 6113 North Daniel’s Park Rd. Sedalia, CO

jewelry designer and fabricator, Lexi Erickson, will be the keynote speaker at the second Women of Influence Lecture and Luncheon.

internationally

acclaimed

$30 Members $40 Non Members

Writer for the Lapidary Journal Jewelry Artist,

Register for this event today!

For information, visit CastleRock.org or call the Castle Rock Chamber 303-688-4597.

Lexi Erickson is a skilled world traveler who has been able to combine her degrees in Archeology and a Masters in Jewelry Design and Fabrication to create artwork she has coined “archeologica”.

Luncheon Sponsor

The Women of Influence Luncheon Series: Lead, Motivate & Educate Dates for next in series: October 13, 2011 & January 12, 2012 Sponsorships Available—please contact Chamber 303-688-4597

Chamber - Office Depot July Promotion

Spend $75 and receive a FREE 33.3 oz tub of Twizzlers. If you are already a Chamber - Office Depot member, simply redeem your online offer by going to business.officedepot.com and enter coupon code 205353843 at checkout.

Not a member of the Chamber Office Depot Program? Start saving up to 60% off a core list of 175 most commonly purchased items, go to CastleRock.org and click on the Office Depot logo.

Coupon Expires 7/31/2011

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BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

WEDNESDAY, JULY 13, 2011 5:00—7:00 PM

BAH Location: CVR Recreation Center at 2160 Foxhaven Drive (Frontage Road to Crystal Valley Pkway, right on Loop Road, left on Foxhaven)

One pass for Networking level, free for Ascent level and above $10 for Community Connection Events are 5-7 :00 p.m.

GUESTS MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS

Business Over Break-

Free to Networking members and above, $10 for Community Connection members $20 for non-members.

Breakfasts are held Thursday mornings 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. unless indicated.

January 13

Primrose School - Castle Rock

April 14

FirstBank - Douglas County

May 13

Village Inn

June 30

H&M Transmission & Automotive H&M Collision & Auto Body

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Woodlands Academy Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus

September 1

Wholistic Healing Center of Castle Rock

January 16 Speed Raceway

June 15 Sky Ridge Medical Center

February 16 Imagine Center For the Visual & Performing Arts

July 13 Crystal Valley Ranch

March 17 Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C., Castle Rock EDC, White Construction Group McKilip & DiCiesare, CPAs April 8 Showcase After Hours May 18 Castle Rock Development Company The Grange in The Meadows

August 17 Patriot Enterprises, Inc. September 21 gopixel design studios, inc.

October 19 Cherokee Ranch & Castle November 16 Wells Fargo Bank December 7 Tana Dolce

One pass for Networking level, free for Ascent level and above $10 for Community Connection All events are 5-7 :00 p.m.

GUESTS MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS

September 15 Key Bank October 6

JM Kitchen & Bath

THANK YOU...

Mike McNairy, owner of H & M Transmission & Automotive and H & M Collision & Auto Body with partner Paul Harris, gave tours of their shop at 500 Second Street in Castle Rock during the June Business Over Breakfast. Thank you for sponsoring!

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Sky Ridge Medical Center for hosting a Super BAH! The Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch and Lone Tree Chambers enjoyed a beautiful evening on the patio with more than 250 business people attending the June networking function.

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CHAIRMAN’S CIRCLE

JULY

Chamber Calendar

Thursday 7th Castle Rock Stars Membership Meeting (Chamber) @ 8:00 am

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PRESIDENT’S LEVEL CASTLE ROCK BANK COMMUNITY MEDIA OF COLORADO SKY RIDGE MEDICAL CENTER

EXECUTIVE LEVEL BLACK HILLS ENERGY CASTLE ROCK ADVENTIST HEALTH CAMPUS DOUGLAS COUNTY LIVING MAGAZINE INTERMOUNTAIN RURAL ELECTRIC ASSOCIATION PINNACOL ASSURANCE

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Tuesday The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am CR Hat Task Force (Union) @ 3:30 pm Wednesday 13th Free Business Counseling (Chamber) Ambassadors Exec Meeting (Chamber) @ 11:00 am – 12:00 pm Ambassadors Meeting (Chamber) @ 12:00 – 1:00 pm Business Counseling (Chamber) @ 1:30 & 2:30 pm Business After Hours (Crystal Valley Ranch) @ 5:00 – 7:00 pm Thursday 14th Women Of Influence Luncheon (Cherokee Castle) @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Friday 15th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am Monday 18th Urban Wineaux Hors d'oeuvres & Wine (Uniscali) @ 5:30 – 8:00 pm Tuesday 19th GIC Government Issues Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Business Training “Constant Contact” (Chamber) @ 11:30 am – 1:00 pm Leads Referral (El Parral) @ 11:30 am Winemaker Dinner (Augustine Grill) 6 :00 – 9:00 pm

ENTREPRENEUR LEVEL CASTLE ROCK DEVELOPMENT COMPANY FIRSTBANK - DOUGLAS COUNTY PATRIOT ENTERPRISES WELLS FARGO BANK

PREMIER LEVEL ANTHEM BLUE CROSS/BLUE SHIELD BLACK-EYED PEA BUBBLES LIQUOR WORLD CASTLE HOME CARE COWEST INSURANCE GROUP FOLKESTAD, FAZEKAS, BARRICK & PATOILE, P.C. GOPIXEL DESIGN STUDIOS, INC. KAISER PERMANENTE KEY BANK LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE MICHAEL’S AUTO BODY AND GLASS PLUMBLINE SERVICES, INC. WEBSTER UNIVERSITY

Wednesday 20th Free Business Counseling (Chamber) Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am – 1:30 pm Leads Referral (El Parral) @ 11:30 am Winemaker Dinner (Gabriel's) @ 6:00 – 9:00 pm Thursday 21st Leadership Steering (Chamber) 7:30 am - 9:00 am Douglas County Community Foundation Board (TBD) @ 3:30 – 5:00 pm 22nd

Friday Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am Saturday 23rd Castle Rock Winefest (The Grange) @ 12:00 – 6:00 pm Monday 25th Castle Rock Economic Gardening Taskforce (Chamber) @ 11:30 am 26th

Tuesday The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Wednesday 27th Free Business Counseling (Chamber) Business of the Month (Yogi Bear Park) @ 9:00 am

CEO Focus (continued from page 3) options and develop a dedicated work team.

This is a rigorous executive leadership development program to keep you on track as your business grows. The training is provided over the course of seven sessions during which time you’ll also benefit from access to leader mentors and peer support.

Only 15 businesses will be selected for this program at a fee of only $450. Registration is open until August 15 with classes beginning October 11th, 5-8:00 pm. If you are an interested business owner and would like to learn more, go to castlerockeg.com or call 303-688-4597.

Thursday 28th Business Over Breakfast (Woodlands Academy) @ 7:30 am South Co. Business Partnership (Colorado Springs) @ 2:00 pm Castle Rock Chamber Business Voice

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Welcoming NEW MEMBERS Comcast Business Class Mark Pendergast (303) 720-8090 8000 E. Iliff Ave. Denver, CO 80231 comcast.com Internet Services, Television - Cable & CATV

Guaranty Bank & Trust Co. Melissa Craig (303) 688-2222 120 S. Wilcox Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 guarantybankco.com Banks

RE/MAX Alliance Tom Calhoun (303)663-9335 719 Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 TheRealEstate4U.com Real Estate

DCF Guns Joshua Barton (720) 515-2006 703 Wilcox St. Castle Rock, CO 80104 dcfguns.com Firearms

Missions Ministries John Calvin (303) 808-5468 7501 Village Square Dr. Suite 205 Castle Rock, CO 80104 missionsministries.org Ministries

Remote Bookkeeper Claire Headley (720)248-7094 4833 Front St. #B-414 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Remote-bookkeeper.com Bookkeeping, Financial Advisor

Elements Therapeutic Massage Michele Ramos (303) 663-3702 323 Metzler Dr. Suite 105 Castle Rock, CO 80104 touchofelements.com/castlerock Massage - Therapeutic Galiano Business Services Marilyn Galiano (303)265-9217 2102 Saddleback Drive Castle Rock, CO 80104 marilyngaliano.com Bookkeeping, Tax Return Preparation

Spencer Colorado Real Estate - Keller Williams Real Estate, LLC Steve Spencer (303) 903-8976 3570 Springbriar Dr. Castle Rock, CO 80109 spencercoloradorealestate.com Real Estate, Real Estate - Residential/Commercial

Perry Park Country Club Lucinda Colclasure (303)681-3305 7047 Perry Bark Blvd.

Larkspur, CO 80118 perryparkcc.com Country Clubs, Golf Courses Premier Designs Melanie Calhoun (303) 663-3616 Jewelry

TQ Photography Tracy Quintana (720)851-8700 5332 Spur Cross Trail Parker, CO 80134 Tq-photo.com Photographers

MEMBER ORIENTATION NEW CHAMBER MEMBERS MET CHAMBER STAFF AND BEGAN BUILDING FRIENDSHIPS IN JUNE. PICTURED ARE THE NEWEST LOCAL BUSINESS LEADERS, ALONG WITH CHAMBER STAFF AND AMBASSADORS ON HAND TO WELCOME THEM.

AMBASSADOR LUNCH SPONSOR

AIR ACADEMY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION 714 D S PERRY STREET CASTLE ROCK 800.223.1983

BEVERAGE SPONSOR

THE PEPSI BOTTLING COMPANY 3801 BRIGHTON BOULEVARD DENVER 80216

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STORAGE SPONSOR

PARK STREET/JERRY STREET STORAGE 1500 N. PARK STREET CASTLE ROCK 303.688.2242

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Celebrating ANNIVERSARIES

Business

# of Years

Wal-Mart Super Center Women's Crisis and Family Outreach Center, The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners Doherty & Company Front Range Theatre Company Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course Comfort Technologies, Inc. Courtesy Plumbing & Heating Services, Inc. American Solutions for Business RAL Financial & Insurance Services, Inc. Solucian Networking, LLC Plumbline Services, Inc. Handyman Matters South Douglas County Living O'EM Saab Repair Webolutions District Attorney's Office Wells Fargo Bank - Castle Rock South

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Business

# of Years

Camp Bow Wow Canyons Community Church Heritage Title Co. Colorado Community Bank McKillip & DiCiesare CPA's, LLC Superior Marketing Solutions Law Office of Glenn W. Hagen, PC Residential Media Designs Bruce Taylor Balloon Biz, Inc. Giant Advertising Balloons GoNonProfitNow.com Cbeyond Colorado Tax Solutions, Inc. Colonial Benefit Group Bubbles Liquor World Legacy Hospice Unique Landscapes and Gardens, Inc. Greater Castle Rock Art Guild Jaris Realty, Inc.

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Business of the Month

The Castle Rock Chamber is pleased to announce its June recipient for Business of the Month - Flying Horse Catering.

Essential criteria for recognition are the length o f time a business has supported the Chamber through membership - at least 10 consecutive years or longer - as well as its participation and sponsorship. A full-service catering company operating throughout the Douglas county and metro Denver areas, Flying Horse has been a Chamber member 16 years, 4 months and 4 days. The catering company has continued to grow and flourish, due to the owners’ dedication to high culinary and service standards.

Flying Horse Catering serves the Front Range and beyond, but its roots are deep in the Castle Rock community where the owners live, work and are committed to serving community residents and being involved in memorable life events. In 2011, the catering enterprise moved their commercial kitchen to 703 North Wilcox Street in Castle Rock to better meet client needs and provide a store front for their services and take-out menus.

Their sterling reputation with clients for quality food and service, has earned Flying Horse Catering a preferred caterer status at many venues, including the Douglas County Events Center, as well as catering privileges at many other venues.

Day in and day out, you can count on the Flying Horse Catering team to deliver Castle Rock its best! The Castle Rock Chamber is pleased to recognize this community champion. Call them for your next party, special occasion or business meeting – 303.688.4321 or online at flyinghorsecatering.com

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MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

Welcoming New Members

Two MW GOLDEN CONSTRUCTORS pass Associate Constructor examination.

Adam Alexander, Estimator, and Colton Carlton, Superintendent, have passed the Associate Constructor exam, an 8 hour examination that distinguishes them as Associate Constructors (AC).

By passing the exam, they have distinguished themselves as individuals Alexander committed to serve the construction industry in a professional and ethical manner and engage in continued development of skills and education to meet increasing industry challenges and change. Alexander is a 2006 graduate of Colorado State University and Carlton is a 2006 graduate of Michigan State.

Carlton Medved Castle Rock Announces Opening of Medved Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram! In addition to Chevrolet, Buick, GMC, Ford, Suzuki, and premium pre-owned vehicles, Medved Castle Rock now offers Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram products. On top of offering the widest vehicle selection in the area and beyond, re-opening CDJR will create 15-20 new jobs for the Castle Rock/Douglas County area.

The new Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram store is located at the south end of the Medved Castle Rock complex, in what was previously the Hummer building. We are already open and ready to accommodate service, parts purchases, and sales inquiries. Call to set an appointment, (303) 421-0100 and ask for Chrysler service in Castle Rock. New inventory begins arriving mid-June, but swing by today and reserve or order your new Chrysler Dodge Jeep or Ram. Check us out on-line– medved.com Medved Castle Rock is seeking a Chrysler Certified Technician Medved’s new Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram facility is in need of a Chrysler Certified Technician. Interested applicants please contact Steve Hogarth at shogarth@medved.com or inquire at 303.421.0100.

Women's Crisis & Family Outreach Center Needs Volunteers We have various opportunities for you to help out including organizing the donation room, answering the crisis line and working directly with clients. Our next Volunteer Orientation is Saturday, August 6. If you are interested in volunteering for the Women's Crisis & Family Outreach Center, please contact Heather Orr at 303-688-1094.

The Front Range Theatre Company Presents Peter Pan Join the Front Range Theatre Company as they journey into Never Land in J.M. Barrie’s classic Peter Pan. Follow Wendy, John and Michael, into an imaginary land where children never grow old and where Captain Hook and his pirates are outwitted. Directed

by Michael A. Parker; Co-Directed by Paul Rivet.

Don’t miss this production!!! Great fun for the entire family while supporting the new performing and visible arts center in Castle Rock!

Show times and dates: Friday July 15th @ 7:00 pm Saturday July 16th @ 7:00 pm Sunday July 17th @ 3:00 pm Friday July 22nd @ 7:00 pm

Saturday July 23rd @ 8:00 pm (this show only at 8:00 pm) Sunday July 24th @ 3:00 pm Friday July 29th @ 7:00 pm Saturday July 30th @ 7:00 pm

For more information or to purchase tickets, visit: frontrangetheatre.org or call 866 .879.7373.

SendOutCards Launches New Retail Option for Card Senders Ginny Wainright says “SendOutCards is about changing people's lives one card at a time.” Recently, Kody Bateman, Founder and CEO of SendOutCards, made it even easier for retailers to send greeting cards and act on those “promptings” to connect with clients.

Now there is a new retail option that requires no sign-up fee. This new option includes 10 cards, the new PicturePlus 2.0 (create your own greeting cards with digital photos), video cards (with QR codes), contact manager, and the ability to do campaigns.

The best part? 24/7 access to 15,000 cards online, easy to personalize for that special or new client and an easy way to send a reward to those who give referrals – all for under $10 a month!

Take advantage of this new SOC option and call Ginny at 303.688.0685.

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AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH The Ambassador Program is sponsored by: Betty Graf Reliv International

Betty moved to Castle Rock four years ago and loves it here! She grew up in small towns in Kansas and loves the fact that Castle Rock has that same small town feel. After living with her husband overseas for nine years, Betty was ready to settle down and live a quieter life in Colorado.

Betty joined the chamber four years ago and is in her third year as a Chamber Ambassador. She finds being an Ambassador a great fit since she loves meeting new people and developing relationships with business owners.

Betty has utilized the many Chamber networking events and Leads Plus business referral group to promote her business with great success. For Betty, it’s a way for her to be “plugged” into the business community.

Wind Water Salon and Spa Jen O’Donnell 422 Elbert Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 (303) 663-9999 Beauty Salons

As a Chamber Ambassador, Betty is a part of a professional group of people dedicated to helping others grow their businesses. To her, it’s what life is about - it’s about what she can do for others.

Betty is the head of her own marketing company through Reliv International. Reliv is a 23 year old food science company, committed to making a difference in people’s lives. We all want to have great health and feel amazing!!

Through Reliv’s line of patented nutritional supplements that can become a reality! Reliv offers people hope for a better quality of life. It’s really Nutrition Made Simple!! As a retired nurse, this is another perfect fit for Betty!

Betty and her husband, Harlan, recently built their ranch and dream home and love having their three grandkids out to the ranch. They especially love spending time with their five horses. It’s a pretty ideal life, if Betty says so herself!

The Ripple Project in association with the Rocky Mountain Freedom Festival J.J. Dedmon (720) 883-8251

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Town & COUNTY Town Website adds New “Transparency” Feature to promote Accountability to Residents

Castle Rock Police officers recognized for outstanding service

The Town’s website, CRgov.com, changes in small ways almost every day. Recently, though, three major changes were implemented on the site. All of the changes help foster transparency of Town government to the public.

Castle Rock Police Department members who demonstrated exemplary performance during the past year were recognized for their efforts Wednesday during the department’s annual awards ceremony.

The most major change was the addition of a transparency portal, which can be accessed via the brown Transparency Portal button on the left side of every page on the website, or at CRgov.com/transparency.

Seven awards were given to staff members and to one member of the public who performed exceptionally.

The honorees: Community Service Award (for fundraising for the police dog memorial): Seth Morrissey, Tom O’Donnell, Scott Webster, Jody King, Adrian Mendez and Todd Thompson

The portal was created as part of a countywide effort to increase accountability to residents. It includes information on community connections, elections, Town financials, land use, lobbying, open records and public meetings. It helps further the Town values of clear, direct and honest communication; responsible care for our resources; and exceptional public service.

In addition to improving transparency, all of these efforts also aim to improve CRgov.com visitors’ experiences. Comments regarding these new features – or any other aspect of the town website – can be directed to communityrelations@CRgov.com or 303-660-1380.

Plan Demonstrates Residential and Commercial uses for Central Castle Rock Land Large landowners in central Castle Rock will present a preliminary plan, for how their land could ultimately be developed, to Town Council and the Town Planning Commission. The 950 acres included in the plan are east and west of Interstate 25, stretching from Colorado Highway 86 on the east to the Burlington Northern Santa Fe railroad tracks west of Liggett Road on the west. The area is bounded by The Woodlands/Escavera on the south and by Metzler Ranch on the north.

If the development comes to fruition, it will be the largest new development in Castle Rock since 2007. The plan will be presented at a joint Town Council and Planning Commission meeting on July 12, which begins at 6 p.m. in Council Chambers at Town Hall, 100 N. Wilcox St. The public is invited to attend and make comments.

The full sketch plan, along with a fact sheet and other information about the proposal, can be found at CRgov.com/ sketchplan. Questions? Contact Town Development Project Manager Jason Reynolds, 720-733-3537 or jreynolds@CRgov.com.

Citizen Commendation (for creating the police dog memorial): Janene DiRico Chief’s Unit Citation (for making the largest marijuana bust in Castle Rock’s history): Randall Speaect, Troy Stembel, Renda Albergotti, Jason Zwickl and Terry Watts Chief’s Unit Citation (for work during a 1212-hour standoff in December): Michell Grizzle, Ashley Dickens, Amy Shost, Lindsey Barron and Rachael Williams Superior Tactics and Response (STAR) Award: (for work during a 1212-hour standoff in December): Sam Varela, James Novick, Jason Zwickl, Fabiola Jacquez-Lauther and Mark Foster Merit Award (for solving a July robbery at Ultra Diamonds): Michael Williams Merit Award (for work during a 1212-hour standoff in December): Tim Ratcliff

CountyCounty-wide Recycling Event Needs Donations Donate unwanted clothes, dispose of unneeded electronics and shred sensitive documents all in one stop at an upcoming County-wide recycling event.

The event will be held Saturday, July 23, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sports Authority Stadium, 11901 Newlin Gulch Blvd. in Parker. Clothing donations will go to the Parker Task Force.

A coupon for $5 off of $50 in recycling fees is available at douglas.co.us/recycling.

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Creating Leaders

LEADERSHIP DOUGLAS COUNTY

June’s Topic: Arts, Culture and Media The Cherokee Ranch and Castle was the perfect venue for the Arts, Culture and Media session of Leadership Douglas County. With new cultural centers opening throughout the County and other programs in each community expanding, we see arts and culture as not only an enhancement to our quality of life, but also as an economic engine for Douglas County.

The cultural opportunities that are blossoming in Douglas County contribute to making us the hotbed of cultural activity in Colorado. The session wrapped up with Natalie Tysdal, KWGN-TV Anchor and Chris Michelwicz of Community Media of Colorado, formerly Colorado Community Newspapers, discussing the quickly changing media environment and how one gets the attention of the news media.

Steering Committee Planners were Debi Haning and Kristin Hayek.

LDC’s Class of 2011 Graduation On June 1st, the 2011 Leadership Douglas County Class celebrated completion of the 10-month program with their graduation held at the Cherokee Ranch and Castle. More than 100 attendees were welcomed by Suzette Rodriguez and Kevin Duffy, the 2011 Leadership Co-Chairs and Pam Ridler, President and CEO for the Castle Rock Chamber.

The Keynote Speaker was Reverend Leon Kelly, Executive Director of Open Door Youth Gang Alternatives, who has an impressive leadership history. Rev. Kelly’s call to action has led him to be widely recognized throughout the region and honored by many who work in the field of non-profits, law enforcement, sports, media, education, and government agencies. He is a role model for future leaders, inspiring them by example.

Leadership Douglas County is designed to broaden participant knowledge of the community while enhancing leadership skills, which in turn increases the strength and effectiveness of our new community leaders. For more information on the Leadership Douglas County program, please call Melissa Moroni at (303) 688-4597 or email Melissa@castlerock.org.

Congratulations to the graduating class of 2011: John Anderson - Castle Rock Police Department Jennifer Brown - Master Magnetics, Inc. Carly Daelli - Arapahoe/Douglas Works!

Bill Detweiler - Town of Castle Rock Steve Dyer - Chamber of Highlands Ranch Kelly First - City of Lone Tree Steven Fletcher - TST Inc. of Denver Michelle Holbrook - Lone Tree Chamber David Jensen - God's Grace Community Church WB "Dub" Jones - Douglas County Government Carla Kenny - Castle Pines Chamber Steve Labossiere - Private Consultant Robert McMahan - Douglas County Sheriff’s Office James Pefanis - First Commercial Bank Monique Sendze - Douglas County Libraries Victoria Starkey - Highlands Ranch Metro District Craig Vacura - Douglas County Government Brandy Zink - Town of Parker

Leadership Douglas County would like to acknowledge Patron Sponsors: The City of Lone Tree and Douglas County Government and also Program Sponsors: Black Hills Energy, BreakThroughs, Inc., Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation, Douglas County Libraries, FirstBank - Douglas County, Highlands Ranch Metro District, South Metro Fire Rescue Authority, Town of Castle Rock, Wells Fargo Bank, and the Chambers of Commerce of Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, Lone Tree and Parker.

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Colorado Ranked #5 in America’s Top States for Business

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A recent CNBC Special Report, America’s Top States for Business 2011, scored all 50 states on 43 measures of competitiveness, developed with input from business groups including the National Association of Manufacturers and Council on Competitiveness.

States received points based on their rankings in each metric. Those metrics were separated into ten broad categories, weighting the categories based on how frequently they are cited in state economic development marketing materials. This way, the study ranks the states based on criteria they use to sell themselves.

Here are the ten categories ranked in the study: Cost of Business

Technology & Innovation

Workforce

Education

Quality of Life

Business Friendliness

Economy Infrastructure & Transportation

Access to Capital Cost of Living

As a result, the state of Colorado accumulated a ranking of #5, behind Virginia, Texas, North Carolina and Georgia. For a comparison of all 50 states, go to http://www.cnbc.com/id/41666606.

Overall Rank

State

Cost of WorkBusiness force

Quality Infrastruc & Economy of Life Transporta

Technol & Innovation

Education

Business Access to Cost of Friendliness Capital Living

1

Virginia

21

12

26

8

10

11

6

2

10

24

2

Texas

33

14

32

14

1

4

27

18

4

5

3

North Carolina 9

3

33

41

3

12

18

11

11

22

4

Georgia

18

4

38

35

2

17

22

16

13

9

5

Colorado

30

7

7

26

26

14

30

6

15

33

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