"Get Connected to the Region's Best Business Network" SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955 • REPRESENTING 12,305 MEMBER EMPLOYEES • JUNE 2012 VOLUME 14, NUMBER 6
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Chamber introduces Young Entrepreneur Program to Community. Letter from the New Chairman P.2 DCBA Breakfast Rescheduled P.8 Young Entrepreneur Program P.9 Women of Influence Luncheon P.10 Upcoming Events P.16
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a groundbreaking and exciting year long class that transforms high school students into real, confident entrepreneurs. Throughout the class, students develop business ideas, write business plans, conduct market research, pitch their plans to a panel of investors, and actually launch and run their own real, legal, fully formed companies and social movements. Complete with dynamic guest speakers from the local business community and exciting behind-the-scenes trips to local companies, the fun, projects-based YEA! approach empowers students to take charge of their futures in a profound way. Founded in 2004 at the University of Rochester with support from the Kauffman Foundation, the Young Entrepreneurs Academy today serves hundreds of students in communities across America. In 2011, the United States Chamber of Commerce and Campaign for Free Enterprise became a national sponsor and partner of the Academy to help celebrate the spirit of enterprise among today’s youth and tomorrow’s future leaders. (Read more on page 9.)
EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
It is an honor to serve the Castle Rock community as the new chair of
CHAIRMAN OF THE BOARD
the Chamber of Commerce. I look forward to working with Pam Ridler
Aaron Barrick, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile,PC
and the exceptional staff at the Chamber, the committed Directors
CHAIR- ELECT
and Ambassadors at the Chamber, and local business and community
Michael Likens, gopixel design studios inc.
leaders in fulfilling the purpose of the Chamber to support and promote business, foster a livable community with positive growth and act as a “voice” to government. Aaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile P.C.
2012-2013 Board of Directors
Letter from Chairman Of the Board
TREASURER Wendy Nelson, B2B CFO
TREASURER-E LECT
It’s an exciting time to live and work in Castle Rock! Castle Rock has
Nino DiMatteo, FirstBank - Douglas County
long been recognized by leading publications as one of the best places
IMMEDIATE PAST CHAIRMAN
to live in the United States with its small-town charm, excellent
Linda Watson, Sky Ridge Medical Center
schools, outstanding recreational amenities for families and its proximity to everything Colorado.
DIRECTORS
Castle Rock is also quickly building an outstanding reputation for attracting and developing business
Rand Clark, Genesis Church/Random Productions
interests and was recently awarded Colorado’s Large Community of the Year by the Economic De-
John Cona, ACME Brick
velopment Council of Colorado (EDCC) for the second time in three years.
David Farnan, Farnan Douglas County Libraries Brooke Fox, Colorado Agricultural Leadership Foundation
One of the challenges for Castle Rock will be to maintain the high standard of living and quality of life for residents as the Town continues its growth past 50,000 residents. Residents have repeatedly said that they want Castle Rock to be a self-sustaining community offering good jobs and amenities for those that live here. Town Council has recently emphasized that it desires to draw more businesses to the area, not just to service more residences, but to provide middle-class paying jobs.
Aaron Fritz, Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus Lisa Frizell, Douglas County Assessors Brock Goodwin, Mutual of Omaha Nadine Kirk, RE/MAX Alliance Elyse McNulty, McNulty Kaiser Permanente
The Chamber can act as a catalyst in promoting and balancing our “sense of community” with the Mike Tafoya, Estrada Strategies
best interests of business. Jaye Thompson, Colorado Community Bank
The keys to Castle Rock’s business success are the relationships and cooperative effort of its eco-
EX-OFFICIO
nomic partners including the Castle Rock Economic Partnership (CREP), the Town, Castle Rock Eco-
Pam Ridler, CCE, President/CEO, Castle Rock Chamber
nomic Development Council, Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce and the Castle Rock Downtown
Mayor Paul Donahue, Town of Castle Rock
Alliance. This partnership, however, must stay true to its’ common mission of aggressively pursuing
Frank Gray, President/CEO, Castle Rock EDC
business opportunities which are also in the best interest of the community.
Sally Misare, Town Clerk
CHAMBER STAFF
Get involved! The Chamber offers outstanding programs to develop the relationships and knowledge necessary for prosperous businesses such as the Castle Rock Economic Gardener’s Business Boot Camp, Leadership Douglas County, Business After Hours, Business Over Breakfast, Leads Groups, Castle Rock Stars Young Professionals, and higher education through Webster University. The opportunities are endless.
Pam Ridler, CCE, President/CEO pam@castlerock.org Melissa Moroni, Vice President of Programs melissa@castlerock.org Joanne Taylor, Vice President of Membership
In addition, the Chamber will continue to promote the community by sponsoring events such as the
joanne@castlerock.org
Douglas County Fair Parade, Artfest, WineFest, Elephant Rock Ride, A Night at Gabriel’s, The Healthy
Tammy Cratty, Office Administrator
Lifestyle Expo, the Women of Influence, Young Entrepreneurs Academy and Starlighting.
tammy@castlerock.org Melissa Mares, Communications Specialist
Please take advantage of the opportunities that the Chamber offers to its membership. Join one of the many programs or organizations within the Chamber, volunteer for one of the Chamber’s many events or get involved with the Chamber’s economic partners and experience what Castle Rock is all about. On behalf of the Board, the Chamber’s staff and the members of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, I thank you for your continuing commitment and devotion to this community.
mmares@castlerock.org Wendy Kreczowski, Event Manager wendy@castlerock.org Susan O’Malley, Membership Account Executive susan@castlerock.org Marissa Ginger, Receptionist receptionist@castlerock.org
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Award Winners Announced at Annual Banquet Welcome to the New Board of Directors, Congratulations to all our Award Nominees, Bravo to our Award Winners Castle Rock Chamber Chairman of the Board,
year the Castle Rock Stars Young Profes-
Aaron Barrick, announced the new officers
sional of the year.
and directors for the 2012-2013 Chamber Board of Directors and award winners at the
May Business of the Month Gabriel’s
Chamber Annual Banquet on May 11th at The Wildlife Experience.
The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce its May recipient for Business of the Month — Gabriel’s Restaurant and Tuscan Bar. They have been proud members of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce for more than 22 years!
This year’s banquet theme Old Hollywood Glam, revisited the 1920’s & 30’s with clothing and décor reminiscent of the era. Guests dressed up like good-time gals and guys of the roaring 20’s and 30’s.
Flappers and
gangster types alike enjoyed the speakeasy and live auction. The Best of the Best nominees and winners were announced and showcased in a video presentation (new this year) created courtesy of Rand Clark, of Random Productions. The Business Person of the Year award recipient was Mike Golden, MW Golden Constructors, Citizen of the Year
Business Person of the Year-Mike Golden Citizen of the Year-Jim Folkestad Ambassador of the Year-Ginny Wainright, Ping Lee Jung Volunteer of the YearSusan Thayer (Not pictured: Castle Rock Star Young Professional-Sarah Jack)
award went to Jim Folkestad, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile P.C., Ping Lee Jung
Our next chamber event, the Chamber’s
Volunteer of the Year award recipient, Susan
Annual Golf tournament will be on June 11th
Thayer, Studio Fit finally broke her long time
at Perry Park Country Club. Although we are
“always a bridesmaid” streak, and the Am-
nearly sold out, guest are able to pre-
bassador of the Year award went to Ginny
purchase dinner tickets for the After Hours
Wainright, Send Out Cards. Sarah Jack, Best
Networking Event following the tournament.
Buy was the recipient of a new award this
No walkups will be allowed. Purchase tickets
2012-2013 Board of Directors
at www.CastleRock.org.
(Back row l to r) Aaron Barrick, Paul Donahue, Jaye Thompson, Rand Clark, Brock Goodwin, Michael Likens, Aaron Fritz, Nino DiMatteo, David Farnan, John Cona, Mike Tafoya. (Front Row l to r) Nadine Kirk, Linda Watson, Lisa Frizell, Wendy Nelson, Pam Ridler, Elyse McNulty, Brooke Fox. (Not pictured: Frank Gray and Sally Misare)
Gabriel's Restaurant and Tuscan Bar has been independently owned and operated by Matthew and Jan Bundy since 1993, which gives it a very personal touch, though Matthew helped open Gabriel's in 1986 as the Manager at that time. Gabriel's specializes in Northern Italian four-course dining and is perfect for all occasions; from a romantic first date to a wedding celebration, holiday party and any other special event that is looking for a great place as their venue. Five years ago Gabriel's added their Tuscan Bar and now offers a wonderful Bistro Menu in both the bar and on the patio - no reservations needed for either. During the warm season there is live music on Fridays and Sundays on the patio. If the weather decides to be “Colorado” the band will play in the Milano Room which then becomes an extension of the Tuscan Bar. There's nothing quite like sitting on the patio with a cold beer or glass of wine, enjoying the music and gazing up the Canyon. Matthew and Jan love the work they do. Their motto is "we get to go to work" and constantly sing praise to their fabulous customers and wonderful staff. On July 17th, Gabriel’s will host one of three winemaker dinners preceding the 9th Annual Castle Rock WineFest Grand Tasting on July 21st. Congratulations from the Castle Rock Chamber. Gabriel’s Restaurant and Tuscan Bar is located at 5450 Manhart Street (Hwy 67) in Sedalia. Call 303-688-2323 or visit www.gabrielsdenver.com for more information. 3
Chamber Members Celebrating Anniversaries Thank You for your continuous commitment and dedication to your chamber. We celebrate your business success! Waste Management, 24 Years
Pepsi Bottling Group, 7 Years
Arapahoe/Douglas Works!, 23 Years
Plum Creek Community Church, 6 Years
AreaNewsletters, 21 Years
Liberty Mutual Insurance, 6 Years
Castle Rental, 21 Years
Peak View Dental, L.L.C., 6 Years
Douglas County Temporary Services, 20 Years
Castle Oaks Covenant Church, 6 Years
Insurance Town and Country, 20 Years
Visions Salon, 5 Years
Yogi Bear's Park at Larkspur, 19 Years
Achieve Web Design, Inc., 4 Years
Skyline Glass Inc., 18 Years
Integrative Wellness Group, 3 Years
Brookside Inn, 15 Years
Five Rings Financial, 2 Years
Douglas Land Conservancy, 14 Years
Random Productions, 2 Years
Faith Lutheran Church, 14 Years
Elements Therapeutic Massage, 1 Year
Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care, 14 Years
Premier Designs, 1 Year
Ray Navarro, 12 Years
Prudential, 1 Year
The Links at Plum Creek, 12 Years
Spencer Colorado Real Estate-Keller Williams Real Estate, LLC, 1 Year
Dumb Friends League- Buddy Center, 10 Years Heard Financial Solutions, 10 Years Numerical Control Consultants, Inc., 10 Years Bruce L. Fosdick, CPA, PC, 9 Years Castle Rock Orthodontics, 9 Years Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus, 9 Years Santiago's Mexican Restaurant, 8 Years
DCF Guns, 1 Year Guaranty Bank & Trust Co., 1 Year Re/Max Alliance - Tom Calhoun, 1 Year Galiano Business Services Inc., 1 Year Perry Park Country Club, 1 Year Remote Bookkeeper, LLC, 1 Year TQ Photography, 1 Year
mywedding.com 4700 Castleton Way Castle Rock, CO 80109 Woody Pastorius 866-469-9333 Weddings
Ambassador of the Month Melanie Calhoun Premier Designs Jewelry I have worked in the community, with my husband, in Real Estate for 10 years and have more recently taught Kindergarten. While teaching, I began as an Independent Distributor for Premier Designs Jewelry as a fun part-time job to make extra money and as a way to get out with other women. My dad had a stroke that left him unable to care for himself, so I now share in his care. As a result, I now work my Premier Designs Jewelry business full time, as this allows me to work around my dad’s schedule. Once beginning Premier full time, I decided the best thing to do was to get involved with the community through the Chamber. I joined the Chamber in June of 2011 and became an Ambassador in February of 2012. Joining the Chamber has broadened my friendships and business connections greatly. I have met so many wonderful people who live and work in this beautiful town and I am honored to serve the residents. There are so many dedicated Ambassadors here at the Castle Rock Chamber, that the award of Ambassador of the Month was quite a shock. I am blessed to have this recognition and thank the Chamber for this opportunity. When I’m not working as a Jewelry Lady or Ambassador, family time is a priority. When time allows, I enjoy dancing, playing piano, hiking and traveling. 4
Business Trainings Leveraging Outlook for your Highest Impact and Success –June 19th Tuesday, June 19th
how successful
10:oo am to 1pm
individuals leverage
Castle Rock Chamber
Outlook to do the
420 Jerry Street
Highest and Best in their businesses.
Most business own-
Learn how successful professionals:
How Does Your Business
ers tell me that they Michael House Estrada Strategies
don’t have enough time to do all the things they need to
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Plan and manage their time
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Manage customer relationships to sell and retain clients
do every day. Simply, my belief is that everyone has enough time because everyone
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has the same amount of time. So, it’s not
Manage and delegate tasks to get more done
how much time you have, it’s what you do with your time.
Every top executive I’ve
spoken with in the past 30 years agrees with my belief. Planning and managing time is one the most impactful activities that leads directly to individual and business success. Join Mike Tafoya and his team and learn
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Lead departmental activities through Calendaring and scheduling
FREE to Members; $20 for Non Members RSVP to Tammy@castlerock.org or call 303688-4597
Thrive? Through the partnership of the Chamber, Town of Castle Rock, Douglas County Economic Gardeners, PS Miller Library and the Senior Core of Retired Executives (SCORE), we can help you keep your business on course or successfully help you launch a new venture by providing consultations with industry experts. Schedule your appointment for a business consultation with an expert regarding the following:
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Business start-ups
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Developing a business plan
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Marketing and sales activities
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Accounting and tax issues
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Securing financing
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Business organization
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Managing business growth
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Business Boot Camp
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Access to Local Expertise
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Database & GIS Research.
Call 303-688-4597 or sign up online: www.CastleRockEG.com
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Upcoming Networking Events
Business Over Breakfast June 14 H&M Transmission & Automotive/H &M Collision & Auto Body (500 2nd Street) July 12 Douglas County Libraries 100 S. Wilcox Street Oct.TBD JM Kitchen & Bath 1375 Caprice Drive Nov. 8 Wells Fargo Bank 445 S. Perry Street Dec. 11 Castle Rock Adventist 2350 Meadows Lane
Business After Hours June 20
Sky Ridge Medical Center (10101 Ridgegate Parkway Lone Tree)
July 18
TBA
Aug. 15
Patriot Enterprises (701 Park Street)
Sept. 19
gopixel design studios, inc. (420 Jerry Street)
Oct. 17
TBA
Nov. 21
TBA
Dec. 5
TBA
BOB’s are 7:30 am—9am
Free to Networking members/above $10 for Community Connection $20 for non members.
Thank You...Castle Rock Development & Oakwood Homes for hosting May’s Business After Hours.
Business After Hours—5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. One pass for Networking level, Free to Ascent level and above. $10 for Community Connection GUEST MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS.
Quick Look! June Business After Hours-June 20th Sky Ridge Medical Center 10101 Ridgegate Pkwy 5pm to 7pm
Stephanie Sims and Jim Riley, Castle Rock Development Company
June Business Over Breakfast-June 14th H&M Transmission & Automotive/ H&M Collision & Auto Body 500 2nd Street 7:30am to 9am 6
June Chamber Calendar of Events Friday 1st Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8 am Sunday 3rd Elephant Rock Ride (DC Fairgrounds) Monday 4th YEA! Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 3 pm Tuesday 5th WOI Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 3 pm Wednesday 6th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Leadership Douglas County (Cherokee Castle) @ 9 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Mexican Grill) @ 11:30 am Leadership Douglas County Graduation (Cherokee Castle) @ 4 pm th
Thursday 7 Castle Rock Stars Membership Meeting (Chamber) @ 8am Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm Monday 11th Chamber Golf Tournament (Perry Park) @ Noon Shotgun Start Tuesday 12th DCBA Legislative Breakfast (Sky Ridge) @ 7:30 am Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Wednesday 13th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Ambassadors Exec Meeting (Chamber) @ 10:30 am Ambassadors Meeting (Chamber) @ 12 pm ArtFest Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 3 pm Thursday 14th Business over Breakfast (H&M Transmission) @ 7:30 am Douglas County Economic Gardening (Highlands Ranch Chamber) @ 3 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm Friday 15th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8 am
Tuesday 19th Government Issues Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Business Training-Leverage Outlook for Highest and Best (Chamber) @ 10 am Wednesday 20th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Wednesday 20th Leadership Douglas County Steering Meeting (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Mexican Grill) @ 11:30 am Business After Hours (Sky Ridge Medical Center) @ 5 pm Thursday 21st Castle Rock Stars Monthly Lunch (TBD) @ 11:30 am Ribbon Cutting (Postal Annex) @ 12 pm Douglas County Community Foundation Board Meeting (TBD) 3:30 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm Monday 25th Castle Rock Economic Gardening Meeting (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Tuesday 26th The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Castle Rock Hospitality Tourism (Chamber) @ 8:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Wednesday 27th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Business of the Month (Land Title) @ 9 am
Chairman’s Circle PRESIDENT’S LEVEL Castle Rock Bank Sky Ridge Medical Center EXECUTIVE LEVEL Black Hills Energy Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus Douglas County Living Magazine Intermountain Rural Electric Association Pinnacol Assurance ENTREPRENEUR LEVEL Castle Rock Development Company FirstBank-Douglas County Patriot Enterprises Wells Fargo Bank PREMIER LEVEL Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield Bonaventure of Castle Rock Bubbles Liquor World CoWest Insurance Group Douglas County Libraries Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile PC gopixel design studios, inc. Kaiser Permanente Key Bank Random Productions Plumbline Services Inc. Webster University
THANK YOU FOR YOUR GENEROUS SUPPORT!
Thursday 28th Board of Directors (Chamber) @ 11:30 am So Co Business Partnership Board (Colorado Springs) @ 2 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
TRAFFIC ALERT!
Friday 29th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8 am
PHONE CALLS WALK-INS
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Leadership Douglas County Is Currently Accepting Applications for 2012-13 class
May’s Topic: Fire and Emergency Services Speakers: Chief Dan Qualman, South Metro Fire Rescue Authority Chief Art Morales, Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department Matt Retmer, Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department Steering Committee Planners: Vicky Starkey and Robert McMahon – Leadership Douglas County Class of 2011.
The Leadership Douglas County class received an overview of Fire and Emergency Management Services in Douglas County during May’s session held on May 2nd, 2012. The day highlighted the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority and the Castle Rock Fire and Rescue agencies, with presentations from the leadership of each organization as well as eye-opening hands on activities that gave the class a new appreciation for what our firemen and medics do every day. Chief Qualman provided an overview of the services offered to Douglas County by the SMFRA, including the special services they offer. Chief Morales also provided an overview of the Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Department. A leadership skill segment is taught on each class, and for May’s session, Chief Morales presented “On the Court vs. in the Stands”, which examines the difference between team members who commit to moving their team forward versus those members who watch the game from the safety of the bleachers or “stands”.
In response to the 2001 September 11th attacks, the United States has created specialized agencies to coordinate efforts to prevent, protect against, respond to, recover from, and prosecute acts of terrorism. The Colorado Information Analysis Center (CIAC) is a multi agency fusion center created to help prevent terrorism incidents in Colorado. It is designed to link all stakeholders in Colorado, from local and federal law enforcement officers, to bankers and school teachers. It emphasizes detection, prevention, and informationdriven response to protect the citizens and critical infrastructure of Colorado. Terrorism cannot be completely eliminated. However, through efficient use of resources, the likelihood and impact of terrorist actions can be reduced. Matt Retmer gave an overview of CIAC and how our Douglas County agencies interact with it.
“I am impressed with the South Metro Fire Resource Authority and the Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Departments, their level of integrity, and sense of leadership from top to bottom.”, Kay Dry, CH2M HILL.
The next Leadership Class, “Art and Culture” occurs on the same day as the graduation of the class of 2012, which is on June 6th. Leadership Douglas County is currently accepting applications for the 2012-13 class. The application deadline is June 15th, 2012. For more information on Leadership Douglas County or for an application, please call Melissa Moroni at (303) 688-4597 or email melissa@castlerock.org
Thank You to Our Patron Sponsors: Leadership Douglas County would like to acknowledge their Patron Sponsors: The City of Lone Tree and Douglas County Government and also their Program Sponsors: Black Hills Energy, BreakThroughs, Inc., Cherokee Ranch and Castle Foundation, Douglas County Libraries, FirstBank of Douglas County, Highlands Ranch Metro District, South Metro Fire and 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.
Legislative Wrap Up Breakfast Rescheduled With the end of the 2012 Colorado Legislative Session, the Douglas County Business Alliance is planning its Wrap Up Breakfast. Join our elected representatives, Speaker McNulty, Representatives Murray and Holbert, Senators Harvey and Scheffel for a conversation regarding the
2012 Legislative Session - Success and Failures on Tuesday, June 12th from 7:30am to 9am at the Sky Ridge Medical Center - Auditorium. Please RSVP by June 11th to jvanderburg@capstonegroupllc.com. 8
Get Involved! Sponsorships Available There are several different levels of sponsorships available. Choose the one that best fits your company. Platinum-$5,000 Gold-$2,000 Silver-$1,000 Bronze-$500
Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) Continued
from
front cover.
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy is not
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Generate new revenue and positive
only a wonderful tool to teach students
net profits for our Chamber through
about business, but also a great way to
the program.
build confident leaders with values. An excellent instrument to unify the business and educational communities, YEA! continues to expand across the country to fulfill their mission of teaching more students how to make a job, not just take a job. By bringing the Young Entrepreneurs Academy to our community, the Castle Rock Chamber will:
Contact Susan O’Malley at 303-6884597 or email Susan@castlerock.org. For More information about the program or to volunteer, please contact Melissa Moroni at 303-688-4597 or email Melissa@castlerock.org.
YEA! strengthens the community and the community strengthens YEA!. Students are able to network with and develop relationships with local business leaders, create jobs, and launch businesses in their own backyard. Students see that they can make a difference within the communities in which they live. The enthusiasm and success of the students are empowering for the entire
Do You have a High School student who would like to apply? Contact Melissa Moroni at 303-688-4597 or email her at Melissa@castlerock.org for an application.
community!
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Connect local business and community leaders with students to build real small businesses in our area while promoting the spirit of enterprise.
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Promote job creation, economic development, and growth among youth.
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Strengthen relationships between your business and educational communities.
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Create opportunities for Chamber members to actively participate in the program.
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Introduce the YEA! National Scholarship Competition to students in Castle Rock.
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Program is Sponsored by:
Be Inspired Over Lunch, July 19th Share the challenges, dreams and accomplishments of high profile women in business, government, science and the arts.
Thursday, July 19th
Time: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Augustine Grill
519 Wilcox Street
$30 for Members
$40 for Non-Members
Thank You to Bonaventure of Castle Rock for sponsoring the Mentoring Program. We greatly appreciate the generous support of these sponsors. They help make this program possible.
Register at www.CastleRock.org Castle Rock Chamber proudly welcomes, Frances Owens guest speaker Frances Owens VP Galloway Group
for this quarter’s luncheon. Frances W. Owens became First Lady of Colorado on January 12, 1999. A native of Colorado, she spent much of her
childhood in Texas, but returned to Colorado to receive a degree in Art History from the University of Colorado at Denver. As first lady, Frances volunteered her time to many charitable organizations, some of which include Anchor Center for the Blind, Developmental Pathways, Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic, The Children’s Hospital, the Colorado Historical Society, The Colorado Autism Society, Habitat for Humanity, and Volunteers of America. She chaired the Colorado Commemorative Quarter Advisory Commission for Colorado’s quarter which was re-
Sponsorship Opportunities Now Available Contact Susan O’Malley at 303-6884597 or email her at susan@castlerock.org to learn more about sponsoring this program or one of the many other programs the Castle Rock Chamber offers it’s members and our community.
leased in 2006. Ms. Owens oversaw the privately funded project of renovating and restoring the Governor’s Executive Residence which was originally constructed in 1908; as well as extensive renovations of the Carriage House and lower gardens. Ms. Owens began her career campaigning and working for former U.S. Senator Bill Armstrong in the late 1970’s as well as working for the Colorado Council on Economic Education. Currently,
SAVE THE DATE: The next Women of Influence luncheon will be on October 11, 2012. Guest Speaker: Julie Schrocklc. Location: TBD.
she serves as Executive VP for Galloway Group, which focuses on forging mutually beneficial partnerships between for-profit and not-for-profit organizations. The Women of Influence Luncheon Series: Lead; Motivate & Educate.
Restaurant of the Month
Applebee’s Restaurant 390 Allen street Castle Rock, 80108 303-814-0230
Beverage Sponsor
The Pepsi Bottling Company 3801 Brighton Boulevard Denver 80216
Storage Sponsor
Park Street/Jerry Street Storage 1500 N. Park Street Castle Rock 80104 303.688.2242 10
STEWARDSHIP PROGRAM
Welcome New Members
REDUCE YOUR MEMBERSHIP INVESTMENT COST
Big Dog Insurance Debbie Walker (303) 663-1166 www.bigdogins.com Insurance
Kiwanis Club of Castle Rock
WOULD YOU RECOMMEND JOINING THE CHAMBER TO A FELLOW BUSINESS PARNER, OR A FRIEND? IF SO, YOU COULD EARN A CHAMBER CREDIT BY PARTICIPATING IN OUR
Robin Scurto Blue Rock Enterprises Ken Rost (720) 389-9410 815 S. Perry St. Suite 110 Castle Rock, CO 80104
(303) 688-7029 P.O. Box 222 Castle Rock, CO 80104 www.kiwanisatcastlerock.org Organizations
www.bluerockone.com Consulting - Safety & Preparedness, Fire Extinguishers, Fire Safety
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network Anant Mehta
Brakes Plus Cody Korfhage (720) 258-8423 4455 Barranca Ln. Castle Rock, CO 80104
(303) 908-9611 10257 S. Lauren Ct. Highlands Ranch, CO 80130 www.nmfn.com/anantmehta Financial Services
www.brakesplus.com Automobile Repairs & Service
Oakwood Homes Kristen White
Castle Rock Modern Dentistry Maria Clark (303) 660-6883 36 E. Allen St. Castle Rock, CO 80104
(303) 486-8500 4908 Tower Rd. Denver, CO 80249 www.oakwoodhomesco.com Real Estate - Residential
www.castlerockmoderndentistry.com Dentists
Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc Jim Jansen
Harbor Landscape Company Christy Comstock (303) 339-0126 www.HarborLandscapeCo.com
(303) 246-4999 5600 S. Quebec St. Suite 325 C Greenwood Village, CO 80111
STEWARDSHIP PROGARM! The purpose of this program is to acknowledge and award current Chamber members for Stewardship of the Chamber in the Castle Rock Community. Steward Recognition: Your name and the referred new Chamber member will be spotlighted in the Business Voice in a section called STEWARDSHIP RECOGNITION. Award for Steward: Begins today by referring others to become Chamber Members! It’s easy. To complete your referral go to http://www.castlerock./org/pdf/ MemberReferralCard2012.pdf. To be eligible for the Annual Stewardship Award a business must have referred and confirmed a minimum of three new members sales. The winner will be a business with the most confirmed new members. This award will be given at the end of the Chamber’s fiscal year with photo and article in the Business Voice. Credit can be applied to membership, event tickets, advertising, etc.
FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT
JOANNE TAYLOR OR SUSAN O’MALLEY AT THE CASTLE ROCK CHAMBER. EMAIL JOANNE@CASTLEROCK.ORG OR SUSAN@CASTLEROCK.ORG OR CALL THE CHAMBER AT 303-688-4597.
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Enjoy A Beautiful State of Vine at the 9th Annual Castle Rock WineFest On Saturday, July 21st, Noon to 6pm, wine lovers will have an opportunity to participate in a Grand Tasting of Colorado wines at one convenient location The Grange in the Meadows™ at 3692 Meadows Blvd. Castle Rock WineFest, an outdoor wine tasting event, will offer more than two dozen wineries and over 160 varieties of Colorado wine. This event draws wine aficionados for its tastings, wine seminars, cooking demonstrations, food and entertainment. Grand Tasting Tickets cost $27 prior to July 19th, $37 after. First 1,700 WineFest Attendees will receive a free wine bottle tote and wine glass. Back by popular demand is the VIP Lounge sponsored by MyWedding.com. Tickets are available for $100. VIP accommodations include valet parking, indoor facility, live entertainment, hors d’oeuvres buffet, and private tastings/ pairings with wines. As part of the WineFest celebration, Winemaker Dinners will be held July 16th, 17th, and 18th. Dinners feature select wine pairings with signature cuisine at local area restaurants. For tickets and details about the Castle Rock WineFest, entert ai nm en t sc hed ul e , m en u, pr i c e s , l oc a ti on s an d di r e c ti on s , V i si t www.CastleRockWineFest.com or call the Castle Rock Chamber at 303-688-4597.
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This page is submitted by Castle Rock Stars member Tracy Quintana.
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Town & County News & Events GCRAG will be hosting a wine tasting June
Construction firm selected for North Meadows Extension
3rd from 2-4pm with Executive sommelier,
The firm that will head up construction of the North Meadows Extension between The
Gordon Dickinson. All proceeds will go to-
Meadows and U.S. Highway 85 and Interstate 25 has been selected. Town Council on
ward the Guild goal of obtaining a visual arts
unanimously approved a $175,000 agreement with Edward Kraemer & Sons Inc. for
center in downtown Castle Rock. Classes
construction management/general contractor services for the project. This construc-
and workshops covering a wide range of
tion approach brings the contractor in during the design phase of a project in order to
artistic endeavors continue, with specialty
effectively attain goals. The final design of the project is expected to be complete by
classes developed for teens beginning in July
January 2013. Construction is anticipated to start in spring or summer 2013 and to be
and continuing throughout the summer.
completed in fall or winter 2015. Read more here: http://www.crgov.com/
More details at http://www.gcrag.com. Water customer service representatives set to move to new location 16th Annual Rotary Ducky Derby and Street
In an effort to increase efficiency and improve customer service, the Town’s water
Festival
Fun”
billing customer service representatives are moving from Town Hall to the Utilities
The Rotary Clubs of Castle Rock and Castle
Department main office, 175 Kellogg Court. The move will be completed June 1. Wa-
Pines present the 16th Annual Rotary Ducky
ter customers still can drop off their payments at Town Hall, 100 N. Wilcox St., both at
Derby and Street Festival on Saturday June
the finance counter and the outside drop box. Additionally, a new billing drop box will
9th. This event, held on Second and Perry
be installed at the Kellogg Court location by June 1. Questions? Call the Billing and
Streets in downtown Castle Rock, is a won-
Collections Division, 303-660-1373 or visit http://www.crgov.com/index.aspx?nid=68
“Great
Family
derful day for adults, families and especially for
kids.
More
details
at
:
http://www.rotaryclubofcastlerock.org/
Outdoor Seasonal
Ice Rink Sponsorship Opportunities
The Downtown Merchants Association, Downtown Development Authority and other community organizations have partnered to bring Rink at the Rock, a seasonal ice skat-
AboutTheDuckyDerby.cfm
ing venue, to downtown starting November 2012. Months of research has been conOn Saturday, June 16th the Vintage Car Club
ducted to identify the best ways of creating an enjoyable winter tradition for the com-
and the Downtown Merchants Association
munity – and connecting the sponsors who make this amenity possible with those rink
will be holding a car show that everyone is
visitors. Rink at the Rock delivers an un-precedent value to supporters at any of the
invited to come and enjoy. There will be
levels offered. Commit to being a part of the annual tradition by supporting Rink at the
many different styles of cars on display and
Rock’s inaugural year today! For more information on sponsorship opportunities
this year it will not only be vintage cars but
please contact info@rinkattherock.com.
military vehicles as well. This event will last from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be held on the corner of Fourth Street and Wilcox
Our Vision: Igniting passion for business success and community prosperity.
Street. If there are people who love cars, this event is highly recommended! Keep kids engaged and entertained this summer
at
Rock
Rec
Camp
Help your child discover a universe of fun this summer by enrolling him or her in the Castle Rock Recreation Center’s Rock Rec Camp school-age day camps. The camps are
Mission: To support, encourage and promote member businesses in the community To be a “voice” for businesses to local and regional government To foster a livable, vital community where quality of life and positive growth are both possible Your Chamber works to…
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Strengthen our local economy
grades next school year and will run from
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Promote the community
J u n e 4 th r ou g h J u ly 27.Re g is te r at
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Take political action
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Create business relationships
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Represent business with government
for children entering first through sixth
www.CRgov.com/rockrec
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Are You Taking Advantage?
Members In the News Aloha Fund Donates $8,500 to Colorado
W E I G H
Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF)
Kaiser Permanente Castle Rock Offices have
The two charitable organizations came to-
been selected as a kiosk site for New Weigh
gether for the first time at the Healthy Living
and Win Program. GET PAID TO ACHIEVE A
Expo in February 2012. CALF and the Trust
HEALTHY WEIGHT. What is Weigh and Win?
arranged a follow-up meeting and tour of
Weigh and Win is a free community program
the facilities and programs at CALF's Lowell
that helps people incorporate healthy eating
Ranch on Plum Creek. As a result, Aloha
and active living habits in to their daily life-
Trust determined that CALF is an underuti-
style. The program is FREE to all Colorado
lized, hidden "treasure" in Douglas County
adults age 18 and over. Participants who
that deserves greater attention and commu-
have weight improvement earn quarterly
nity involvement. Aloha Trust was pleased to
cash incentives, and there are opportunities
donate $8,500 to support CALF's mission of
for all participants to win monthly prizes. -
"connecting people to agriculture" and com-
More info at http://www.weighandwin.com
mitment to develop youth leadership skills through agricultural activities.
"We are
thrilled by this generous donation," said Brooke Fox, CALF President/CEO. "These funds will go a long way to help CALF expand the awareness and reach of our programs aimed at connecting people with agriculture." Read more at http://www.thecalf.org/ news.html
I N
A N D
W I N
Bubbles Liquor World is proud to announce the “Potters with Wine for Scholarships”. The event will be held at the Cherokee Ranch and Castle in Sedalia on June 21st, 2012 at 6:30pm. Join us as we sample over 40 different wines and beers from around the world. Knowledgeable wine staff will be pouring some of your favorite wines from producers such as: Alamos, Edna Valley,
AFFINITY PROGRAMS CAN SAVE YOU MONEY!
Pinnacol Assurance/CoWest Insurance Group-Workers Comp Group Dividend By combining the premiums of Castle Rock Chamber members, a larger premium base is established allowing Pinnacol Assurance to reduce costs and return dividends to members based on loss histories. Contact Pam Ridler for more information at pam@castlerock.org
Office Depot Program! Members save approximately 15% to 25% annually on their office supplies! To receive your National Program Office Depot card, please call Susan O’Malley at 303-688-4597 or email susan@castlerock.org
SUMMER FREE LUNCH PROGRAM
Stag’s Leap, Benzinger, New Age and many,
During the school year many children in the
many more. In addition, there will be a si-
Castle Rock area receive free or reduced
lent auction of fantastic ceramic art, hors
Comcast Business Class is available to
lunches but when summer arrives some of
d’oeuvres, and live music. The art pieces
these children struggle to have a nutritious
have been graciously donated by talented,
lunch. This is where the Summer Free Lunch
well know artists in Colorado and the sur-
Program that is administered by the State of
rounding region. Tours of the famous Chero-
Colorado Education Department comes to
kee Ranch and Castle will also be available.
the rescue. The program will begin June 4th
Tickets are $35 per person and may be
and run through July 13th from 11:30 to
p u r c h a s e d
12:30 Mondays through Fridays. The focus
www.mckinnellscholarships.org/mckinnell-
will be on summer fun for all children with a
endowment-fund.html
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
variety of activities in addition to the lunches. Children ages 2 to 18 will be served and the lunches will be prepared by the Douglas County School Food Service. The park is located at the corner of Gilbert and South Streets.Volunteers are needed to serve the lunch and help with organization of the activities. For more information call
a t : h t t p : / /
The Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine Center will hold an open house on Saturday, June 16. Visitors are welcome between 10 a.m. and 3 p.m. for refreshments and tours. Rehabilitated horses will be available for adoption. The center is at 5540 E. State Highway 86, Franktown, Colo. 80116. Find
For More Information about these programs visit www.CastleRock.org and click on the Affinity Programs Icon.
out more at www.ddfl.org/equine.
Susan Meeker at 303-257-2442.
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Did You Know? As part of your membership with the Castle Rock Chamber, all members are eligible to contribute to our Business Voice Newsletter in the “Members in the News” section. Submit all press releases or company announcements to mmares@castlerock.org by the 15th of the Month to be included in the following month’s issue. Take advantage of this opportunity to reach fellow chamber members. *Some Restrictions apply.
Upcoming Summer Events Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament-Monday, June 11th Enjoy a day of networking with others at Perry Park Country Club. Noon Shotgun Start. Title Sponsor: Bubbles Liquor World. More details at www.CastleRock.org
Castle Rock Winefest-Saturday, July 21st
Are you taking advantage of the Member to Member Discount Program? Visit the Members Only section to sign up and view discounts at www.CastleRock.org.
Come prepared to stroll, taste and enjoy a Beautiful State of Vine in Historic Castle Rock. Over two dozen wineries will be presented. At the Grange in the Meadows Noon to 6pm. Purchase tickets to winemaker dinners and Grand Tasting at www.CastlerRockWinefest.com
Douglas County Fair Parade-Saturday, August 11th Celebrate the charm of an old-fashioned Fair Parade in downtown Castle Rock. Parade Starts at 9am on the south end of Town, followed by the traditional BBQ to benefit he Douglas County High School Huskies at the Castle Rock Fire Department at 300 N. Perry Street. Register at https://castlerockchamber.webconnex.com/2012_Fair_Parade
Colorado Artfest at Castle Rock-September 8th & 9th There is something for everyone at the 23rd annual Colorado Artfest at Castle Rock – the weekend of September 8th and 9th. Approximately 25,000 participants will delight in the artistic impressions of more than 180 artists from across the country. Continual live main stage entertainment, featuring popular musicians, will provide a complimentary backdrop to this year’s program. More Event Details at http://www.ColoradoArtfest.com
Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce 420 Jerry Street Castle Rock, Colorado 80104 303.688.4597 ph 303.688.2688 fax www.CastleRock.org www.VisitCastleRock.org www.CastleRockEG.com https://www.facebook.com/CastleRockChamber 16