Business Voice Newsletter March/April 2017

SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955

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REPRESENTING 25,778 MEMBER EMPLOYEES

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MARCH/APRIL 2017

View 2017 Best of the Best Award Nominees pg. 5

Your Chamber Working Hard to Promote Small Businesses

Chamber Announces Best of the Best Nominees And the nominees are‌Castle Rock Chamber recently announced the 2017 Best of the Best nominees for our Annual Awards: Businessperson, Small Business, Ci#zen, Castle Rock Advocate, the Ping Lee Jung Volunteer and the Ambassador of the Year. The coveted Businessperson of the Year Award recognizes business owners and/or management who have compe vely posi oned their business in the marketplace; demonstra ng strong ďŹ nancial performance in their industry; has successfully managed the growth of their company; has u lized innova ve or crea ve business methods in response to mes of adversity and has a strong commitment to the be erment of the Castle Rock Community.

The nominees are: Ma Call, NavPoint Real Estate Group Je Drabing, Rockyard American Grill & Brewing Co. Todd Folkenberg, Castle Rock Adven*st Health Campus Award winners will be announced at the Chamber’s 2017 Annual Banquet/ Mardi-Gras Masquerade on Friday, April 21st at the Denver Marrio6 South at Park Meadows. Sign up on line at www.castlerock.org or call the Chamber at (303) 688-4597. View all of the nominees on page 5.

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Friday, April 21st Time: 5:30 PM Denver Marrio South At Park Meadows Get Tickets Now! CastleRock.org this issue Legisla#ve Event P.4 Award Winner Nominees P. 5 Networking Events P.6 Young Professionals Event P. 7 March/April Calendars P.9 Stand out from the Crowd P.10 Member’s Only BeneďŹ ts P.12 Pinterest Training P.13 Women’s Luncheon P. 16 Leadership DC Update P.23

CEO Focus A le6er from the CEO/Chamber President—Pam Ridler, CCE We held our annual Douglas County Job Fair in February with 53 par#cipa#ng employers and 307 job seekers who were introduced and interviewed by our par#cipa#ng companies. In addi#on, check out our Castle Rock Chamber Job Board which has been successful in assis#ng our local employers fill their open posi#ons.

You are able to learn more about different posi#ons available at DouglasCountyJobs.com.

The Chamber board and staff con#nue to examine local and regional issues which influence our business community and the impacts they will have on all of us. How does your Chamber organiza#on and its leadership address these influences?

I want to hear from you. Throughout the year, we con#nue to conduct focus groups, hos#ng our Horizon Luncheons and other events to help you engage with our membership and community. We want to understand what’s keeping you up at night as it relates to your business?

Feedback from recent focus groups have revealed that a lack of a6ainable housing, transporta#on connec#vity and difficulty in finding employees was of great concern to our business community.

You are invited to join us on March 29th at Plum Creek Golf Club for the next Horizon Luncheon featuring Town Manager Dave Corliss, engage in conversa#on regarding new and planned development ac#vity in Town as well as transporta#on planning.

In addi#on to exploring local and regional issues we strive throughout the year to help you and your employees. To connect your employees (21-40 yrs) with the business community, I would like to invite them to the upcoming Douglas County Young Professionals event, March 21st at Maddie’s Biergarten. Contact John@castlerock.org for more informa#on or visit our chamber events calendar at castlerock.org.

Pam Ridler, CCE Chamber President/CEO

Produc*on of the official 2017-18 Castle Rock Chamber Map will begin with SpringHill Press soon and you are place a display ad on the map.

invited to

To secure a premium adver*sing posi*on on the map, please contact Nita Hickman or Dick Bushman at 1-800-627-8141.

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2017 Chairman Circle Sponsors President Level: Castle Rock Bank Colorado Community Media IREA Sky Ridge Medical Center Execu*ve Level: Black Hills Energy Douglas County Living Pepsi Entrepreneur Level: ANB Bank Brookside Inn Castle Rock Adven#st Hospital Castle Rock Development Company Medved Autoplex Castle Rock Outlets at Castle Rock Patriot Enterprises, Inc. Premier Level: 100% Chiroprac#c Al#tude SEO Arapahoe Community College Asarch Dermatology Center Bellco Credit Union Chuck & Don’s Pet Food Supplies Colorado Living Douglas County Libraries Emporium, The Ent Credit Union Firstbank of Douglas County Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. Front Range HVAC gopixel design studios GroovyTek Kaiser Permanente Leaf Guard Life#me Windows Lokal Homes Inc. Metzler Memory Care Nytech Hea#ng & Cooling Olinger-Dignity Memorial One Clear Choice Garage Doors OrangeTheory Fitness-Castle Rock Plumbline Services, Inc. RE/MAX Alliance-The Kirk Team Renewal By Andersen Sam’s Club

2016-17 Board of Directors We asked 5 accomplished managers the things they would’ve done dierently at the onset of their careers

Chamber Sta Pam Ridler President & CEO Pam@castlerock.org Melissa Mares Director of Communica#ons Melissa@castlerock.org Alicia Early Membership Development Director Alicia@castlerock.org The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors are made up of representa#ves from public, private, and nonproďŹ t business sectors and our leaders in our community.

They represent the broad diversity of our membership and contribute signiďŹ cant amounts of #me, talent, and energy to ensure the growing business vitality of Douglas County, Colorado.

Execu*ve Commi ee John Manka, Chairman 1 Stop Tire & Auto Bernie Greenberg, Chair-Elect Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C. David Zwerenz, Treasurer Firstbank of Douglas County Aaron Fort, Treasure-Elect Fort & Company CPA’s Elyse McNulty, Immediate Past Chairwoman Directors Aaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C.

Todd Folkenberg Castle Rock Adven*st Hospital

Directors con nued:

Brock Goodwin Mutual of Omaha Nadine Kirk RE/MAX Alliance– The Kirk Team Mark Michael Versa*lity Crea*ve Group Andrea Nyquist Outlets at Castle Rock Michelle Peck TMMC Property Management Julie Voorhees Keller Williams Ac*on Realty Linda Watson-Kolstad Sky Ridge Medical Center Tom Waymire, Castle Rock Bank Ex OďŹƒcio Frank Gray, President/CEO, Castle Rock EDC Sally Misare, Town Clerk, Town of Castle Rock Pam Ridler, President/CEO, Castle Rock Chamber James Townsend Councilman, Town of Castle Rock

Jill Garber Arapahoe Community College 3

John Woodrick Event Manager John@castlerock.org Sue Turner OďŹƒce Administrator Sue@castlerock.org Angela Murray Membership Services Coordinator Angela@castlerock.org Carrie Buchan Program Manager: Leadership Douglas County CLBuchan.co@gmail.com Judy Woodley Business Training Coordinator Judy@castlerock.org Now Hiring—Open Posi*on Visitor Center Coordinator Send resumes to: Sue@castlerock.org

DCBA’s Morning at the Capitol Event —Mar. 8

Take Poli#cal Ac#on There Are Many Ways to Get Involved!

The Chamber’s Government Interests Commi6ee provides our business community with a proac#ve voice and advocate regarding governmental issues; and promotes economic interests, which contributes to the quality of life of Castle Rock.

Join the Douglas County Business Alliance for a Morning at the Capitol!

March 8, 2017 Time: 7:30 AM - 10AM Colorado State Capitol House Commi ee Room, 109 (basement level) Parking: Paid parking available on Grant Street between Colfax & 14th Featuring special guest’s speakers • Majority Leader Chris Holbert • Senator Jim Smallwood • House Minority Leader Patrick Neville • Representa#ve Polly Lawrence • Representa#ve Kevin Van Winkle • Representa#ve Kim Ransom Other guests brieďŹ ng DCBA on Transporta#on Funding, Construc#on Defects and Workforce Development and other 2017 Legisla#ve Issue You will join The Douglas County Legisla#ve Delega#on on the House and Senate oor and have an opportunity to tour the refurbished capitol dome.

DCBA is a coali#on of business organiza#ons with a mission to provide a single voice for the Douglas County business community.

Key issues to DCBA members include transporta#on, water, business-friendly public policy, educa#on, tax policy and sustainable development.

The Douglas County Business Alliance is comprised of representa#ves from the following organiza#ons: • Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce (founder) • Castle Rock Economic Development Council • Highlands Ranch Chamber • Lone Tree Chamber • Northwest Douglas County Economic Development Commission • Parker Chamber • South Metro Denver Chamber Visit their website at: www.DouglasCountyBusinessAlliance.com

to learn more or contact Pam@castlerock.org.

Please RSVP to jvanderburg@capstonegroupllc.com

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This program facilitates communica#on and educa#on between the business community, local, and state governments.

A variety of elected oďŹƒcials, concerned members and businesspeople meet to discuss and clarify issues that are aec#ng our community today, tomorrow and in the future.

The Horizon Luncheons oer an opportunity to make connec#ons with community leaders.

Each luncheon features guest speakers to help keep you up-to -date on the local community, business hot topics, statewide informa#on and much more.

Horizon Lunch Series March 29, 2017 Special Guest: Dave Corliss, Town Manager Tickets: CastleRock.org

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Make Strategic Connec#ons at These Events

MARCH Business Over Breakfast March 9, 2017

Fees/Admission: Business Over Breakfast Events •

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM 365 N Mitchell St Castle Rock, CO 80104

7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

Free for members.

Guests must have a guest pass from Alicia or an Ambassador for both events.

Fees/Admission: Business ALer Hours Events

Business ALer Hours March 15, 2017

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5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

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$10 for Community Connec#on Level One Pass for Networking Level Free for Ascent Level and Above

Host an event at your loca*on, Bring more exposure to your business—

3851 Sol Danza Dr Castle Rock, CO 80109

APRIL Business Over Breakfast April 13, 2017

Contact Alicia@castlerock.org For info.

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2 Oakwood Park Plaza Castle Rock, CO 80104

Business ALer Hours April 19, 2017

5:00 PM - 7:00 PM 3851 Sol Danza Dr Castle Rock, CO 80109

Castle Rock Chamber Membership Development Director Named to W.A.C.E. Emerging Leaders Advisory Council The Western Associa#on of Chamber Execu#ves (W.A.C.E.) announced the newest members of its Emerging Leaders Advisory Council at its annual conference in Los Angeles, CA. The Council was formed to iden#fy & recognize future leaders (all under 40) in W.A.C.E. and the chamber of commerce industry.

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Members of the Council will be asked to provide program feedback and ideas for the good of W.A.C.E. and will serve as advisors to the associa#on’s Board and President.

The 15 chamber CEOs and staff professionals named to the W.A.C.E. Emerging Leaders Advisory Council are: • Tray Abney – The Chamber of Reno, Sparks, Northern Nevada (NV) • Angie Anderson – Glenwood Springs (CO) Chamber Resort Associa#on • Stephanie Armstrong – The Chamber of the Santa Barbara Region (CA) • Colin Diaz – Santa Fe Springs (CA) Chamber • Alicia Early – Castle Rock (CO) Chamber • Rana Ghadban – Simi Valley (CA) Chamber

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Krystlyn Giedt – Carmel (CA) Chamber Derek Kirk – North Orange County (CA) Chamber Eli Ma6hews – The Chamber of Medford/Jackson County (OR) Robert Medler – Tucson Metro (AZ) Chamber Lisa Morgan – Longview (TX) Chamber Derrick Seaver – San Jose Silicon Valley (CA) Chamber Stephanie Shapiro – Corona (CA) Chamber Jessica Welch – Irvine (CA) Chamber Kami Welch – Arvada (CO) Chamber

W.A.C.E. is an associa#on of chamber of commerce execu#ves and staff professionals with members in 17 Western states and Canada designed to promote and enhance the professional development of chamber of commerce execu#ves. With approximately 830 members, W.A.C.E. is the largest state or regional associa#on of chamber of commerce execu#ves in the United States.

Congratula*ons Alicia!

Douglas County Young Professionals Event

March 21, 2017 Time: 5—7 PM Maddie's Biergarten 330 Third St, Purchase Tickets at www.CastleRock.org

Castle Rock, CO 80104

Whether you're an intern just star ng your professional life, a teacher, entrepreneur, an investment banker or climbing the corporate ladder, Douglas County Young Professionals has something for you. Are you exploring your op ons, contempla ng a career change, or even a young professional looking to share your knowledge with others? You will meet others like you at our events.

The DCYP Program is for Young Professionals, Ages 21-40.

Contact John@castlerock.org for more informa on or ques ons.

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Calendar of Events

March 7, 2017 Facebook Intensive Bootcamp, 9:30 am – 12:30 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Free Business Consulta*ons, 10-12 pm or 2-4 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Ribbon CuOng: Health Images, 4 pm, 820 New Memphis Court, Castle Rock, CO 80104 March 8, 2017 Morning at the Capitol, 7:30 am – 9 am Colorado State Capitol Ambassador Mee*ng, 12 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce March 9, 2017 Business Over Breakfast, 7:30 am– 9 am, Mesa Middle School, 365 N. Mitchell St Biz Builder Lunch ‘n Learn: How to Dieren ate your Small Business in a Crowded Marketplace, 11 am –1 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Ribbon CuOng: 3to5 Club, 12 pm, ConneXion Spot, 165 Caprice Court, Unit A, Castle Rock, CO 80109

April 4, 2017 Government Interests Commi ee, 7:30 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Free Business Consulta*ons, 10-12 pm or 2-4 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce April 5, 2017 Leadership Douglas County, Law Enforcement, 7:30 am – 5 pm Leads Referral Group, 11:30 am, Castle CafĂŠ Power Partners Leads Group, 1:30 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce April 6, 2017 Biz Builder Lunch & Learn: Collabora*ng Securely, 11 am -1 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce April 11, 2017 Breakfast Club Leads Group, 7:30 am, Village Inn Free Business Consulta*ons, 10-12 pm or 2-4 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Leads Plus! Leads Group, 11:30 am, Fowl Line

March 9, 2017 cont.

Ribbon CuOng: Orchard Med Spa, 4:00 pm, 3740 Dacoro Lane, Castle Rock, CO 80109 March 14, 2017 Breakfast Club Leads Group, 7:30 am, Village Inn Free Business Consulta*ons, 10-12 pm or 2-4 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Leads Plus!

Leads Group, 11:30 am, Fowl Line March 15, 2017 Leadership Douglas County Steering Commi6ee Mtg, 7:30 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Leads Referral Group, 11:30 am, Castle CafĂŠ Community Leadership Mtg, 11:30 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Power Partners Leads Group, 1:30 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Business ALer Hours, 5–7 pm, ANB Bank, 3851 Sol Danza Drive

View Events Calendar h6p:// www.business.castlerock.org/ events/calendar/ March 21, 2017 Government Interests Commi ee, 7:30 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Third Tech Tuesday: Build a Consistent Brand, 9:30–11am, Chamber OďŹƒce Douglas County Young Professionals Event, 5 pm, Maddie’s Biergarten March 28, 2017 Breakfast Club Leads Group, 7:30 am, Village Inn Free Business Consulta*ons, 10-12 pm or 2-4 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Leads Plus! Leads Group, 11:30 am, Fowl Line March 29, 2017 Horizon Luncheon Series, 11:30 – 1 pm, Plum Creek Golf Club March 30, 2017 Member Orienta*on, 7:30–9 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Leads Plus! Leads Group, 11:30 am, Fowl Line

March 16, 2017 Board of Directors Mee*ng, 11:30 am – Chamber OďŹƒce

April 13, 2017 Business over Breakfast, 7:30—9 am, Castle Rock Dental Health, 2 Oakwood Park Plaza April 18, 2017 Government Interests Commi ee, 7:30 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Free Business Consulta*ons, 10-12 pm or 2-4 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Third Tech Tuesday, Seven Ways to Use Pinterest to Promote your Business, 9:30-11 am, Chamber OďŹƒce April 19, 2017 Leadership Douglas County Steering Commi ee Mee*ng, 7:30 – 9 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Leads Referral Group, 11:30 am, Castle CafĂŠ Community Leadership Mee*ng, 11:30 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Power Partners Leads Group, 1:30 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Networking Class: Make it Awesome, not Awkward, 3:30 pm, Chamber Business ALer Hours, 5 –7 pm Asarch Dermatology 9

April 21, 2017 Chamber’s Annual Banquet, 5:30 – Un*l the partying ends, Denver Marrio South at Park Meadows, 10345 Park Meadows Drive, Lone Tree, CO 80124 April 25, 2017 Breakfast Club Leads Group, 7:30 am, Village Inn Free Business Consulta*ons, 10-12 pm or 2-4 pm, Chamber OďŹƒce Leads Plus! Leads Group, 11:30 am, Fowl Line April 26, 2017 Women of Inuence Luncheon, 11:30 – 1 pm, Gabrielle’s Restaurant, 5450 Manhart Avenue, Sedalia, CO 80135 April 27, 2017 Member Orienta*on, 7:30 – 9:00 am, Chamber OďŹƒce Board of Directors Mee*ng, 11:30 am, The Move, 202 6th Street, Suite 200

Learn How to Make Your Business Stand Out

Networking - Make it Awesome not Awkward Wednesday, April 19, 2017 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM Castle Rock Chamber Learn some awesome networking skills from our Chairman of the Board, John Manka & Board of Directors member, Brock Goodwin and try them out at the Business A[er Hours that evening!

Free to Chamber Members

How to Differen*ate Your Small Business in a Crowded Marketplace March 9, 2017 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Castle Rock Chamber As a business owner/manager, you operate in a highly compe##ve environment. It is hard to make your business stand out. We can all think of businesses that have managed to do that - and can understand the advantage in terms of higher sales, less pressure on pricing, name recogni#on and more.

This Biz Builder Lunch n Learn, led by Russ Minary of On Purpose Enterprises, will: •

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Teach you a variety of prac#cal ways to differen#ate yourself from compe#tors in your business, community or industry.

Help you understand your current/ desired iden#ty in order to strengthen that iden#ty and sell more.

Explain how your employees are the single best way to create and support your brand in this confusing marketplace.

Bonus for a6ending: every a6endee will receive a free copy of the resource “How to Hire Right – Every Time” and a free trial of a new hiring and applicant tracking system that can greatly increase your hiring success.

NOTE: Lunch is not served at this event! But, feel free to bring your own.

Biz Builder Lunch n Learn Collabora*ng Securely April 6, 2017 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM Castle Rock Chamber Come learn how to avoid common IT disasters, keep your data secure and protect the security of your systems. You will learn Office 365- how to run it, load it and use it, Skype for business as well as how to use Outlook and One Note to collaborate with colleagues.

Led by Mark Snyder, Arapahoe Community College instructor NOTE: Lunch is not served at this event! But, feel free to bring your own.

All of these trainings are Free to Chamber Members $25.00 for Non-Members

Register For All Trainings at:

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Using Technology to Support Health and Wellness Goals

WORKSITE WELLNESS It's more than good business.

It's good business strategy.

Leanne Ray, Worksite Wellness Specialist Tri-County Health Department Trying to change some habits in 2017 but feel like you don’t have enough #me or energy to make it happen?

Using Technology to Support Health and Wellness Goals is a presenta#on focused on apps, website tools, podcasts and more that make daily tasks just a li6le bit simpler. Technology can be overwhelming. In this talk, Leanne Ray, who is a registered die##an and worksite wellness specialist, will introduce several tools that might just solve your most pesky problems.

No #me to meal plan? We know just the service for you. Having a hard #me budge#ng your money? There’s an app for that!

Thursday, March 16, 2017 11:00 to 1:00 pm White Construc#on Group 202 6th Street #200 Please RSVP to Angela Murray at Angela@castlerock.org (Lunch will be provided)

Wellness Rocks is a worksite wellness program of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce that partners with Tri-County Health Department and Health Links Colorado to connect employers with free advising and low-cost resources.

FREE LUNCH, PLEASE RSPV ANGELA@CASTLEROCK.ORG!

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For informa*on about employer resources, please contact Angela Murray at the Chamber 303-688-4597 or contact Michele Haugh, Tri-County Health, at 720-200-1518.

By crea#ng a work environment that promotes safety, physical ac#vity, healthy habits, and overall wellbeing, companies can benefit from higher employee sa#sfac#on, increased loyalty, improved produc#vity, and lower health care costs.

The benefits of workplace health and safety: • Lower health care costs • Increase employee morale and greater job sa#sfac#on • Boost produc#vity • Fewer injuries • Expand ability to recruit and retain top talent • Reduce absenteeism Learning from the best prac#ces of companies that have launched successful programs and leading research-based models, we know what works.

Learn more about Worksite Wellness Watch video h6ps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TD6gqDI7-64&feature=youtu.be

About the Instructor:

Leanne Ray coordinates the internal employee wellness program for TriCounty Health Department. She completed her educa#on through the University of Northern Colorado in 2011 and has been a registered die##an since 2012. A[er working in clinical nutri#on at Craig Hospital for three years, Leanne transi#oned to her current role in public health, encouraging others to focus on lifestyle change, preven#on and the total wellness package for op#mal health.

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Members Only Sec#on Enhancements Your Chamber makes it easy for members to take full advantage of their beneďŹ ts, all you have to do is take the ďŹ rst step Did you know that the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce has made several exci#ng improvements to the “Members Onlyâ€? sec#on of the Chamber website that will make it easy for you to take full advantage of your beneďŹ ts?

Take a moment to visit the page at: h6p://www.castlerock.org/membersonly/

Please familiarize yourself with all of our amazing beneďŹ ts we have to oer your business, be er yet...become an expert and a end one of our Member Orienta ons that are held on the last Thursday of every month at the Chamber.

Member Orienta*on Mar. 30 & Apr. 27, 2017 7:30 AM - 9:00 AM Castle Rock Chamber How to Access Your Member Page Just email Sue@castlerock.org to request your username and password informa#on. We’ll verify the name and organiza#on submi^ng to conďŹ rm that the email used to make the request is valid and belongs to your membership account. Then we will email your username and password to the email address that was used to request the login info.

Business Directory Features A[er joining the Chamber, all members receive a company login name and password to access the Member Informa#on Center of the Chamber website.

Members Login: h6p://www.business.castlerock.org/login/

Contact Angela Murray at the Chamber for ques#ons or assistance.

Email her at Angela@castlerock.org.

Increase Your Exposure Members can link their Facebook page, LinkedIn account, and/or Twi6er page to their business directory lis#ng as well as upload a “Membership Badge� to your website that proudly lists you as a member of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce. Be sure to add your Hot Deals and a Member 2 Member Deal to promote your support to the Castle Rock Business Community. Lastly, proudly display your Membership Decal s#cker on your storefront or vehicle. This decal symbolizes your business’s commitment to the Castle Rock community.

Let’s Get Social Be sure to visit and connect with us on Facebook and Twi er. Make sure you Like our facebook page and click No*ďŹ ca*ons On - never miss a post.

Direct Market to fellow members on our Members Only Facebook Page: h6ps://www.facebook.com/groups/ castlerockchamber.membersonly/ —Check in whenever you visit the Chamber, let your customers know YOU ARE INVOLVED IN THE CHAMBER & YOU CARE ABOUT OUR COMMUNITY! h6ps://www.facebook.com/ CastleRockChamber/ 12

The Chamber’s Job Board is a Huge Success—Post Your Openings Today!

Need Help, Ask Angela! www.DouglasCountyJobs.com OR www.CastleRockCareers.com

Save Money Use Our Connec*ons!

BULK MAIL DISCOUNTS Bulk Mail Rates are oered to Chamber Members in good standing. Members can use The Chamber’s bulk mail permit number to signiďŹ cantly reduce the cost of postage for qualiďŹ ed mailings.

OFFICE DEPOT SAVINGS Members can save approximately 15% to 25% annually on their oďŹƒce supplies!

CERTIFICATE OF ORIGIN Do business out of the country?

Need a Cer#ďŹ cate of Origin?

THE CHAMBER CAN HELP! A Cer#ďŹ cate of Origin (CO) is an important interna#onal trade document a6es#ng that goods in a par#cular export shipment are wholly obtained, produced, manufactured or processed in a par#cular country. COs also cons#tute a declara#on by the exporter. The Castle Rock Chamber is an approved provider of COs for the state.

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Town & County News Douglas County Sheriff’s Deputy recognized by Colorado General Assembly At the Colorado State Capitol following presenta#on of commenda#ons from the Colorado Senate and House of Representa#ves to Douglas County Sheriff Deputy Kevin Duffy for the Colorado A6orney General’s Excellence in Law Enforcement Award. Read more: h6p:// business.castlerock.org/news/details/ douglas-county-sheriff-s-deputyrecognized-by-colorado-generalassembly ACC, CSU & DCSD to establish a Collabora*ve Educa*onal Campus in Castle Rock—Arapahoe Community College (ACC) has accepted from the Castle Rock Town Council the investment of $3 million in infrastructure reimbursement to construct a Collabora#on Campus.

The campus will bring together educa#on, business, and the community to create a unique resource for delivering seamless educa#on and workforce training to Castle Rock. Educa#onal partners Colorado State University (CSU) and Douglas County School District (DCSD) will ar#culate with ACC to create a smooth pathway from High School diploma to Associate degree to Bachelor degree. ACC will con#nue its commitment to educa#on in the Castle Rock Community by building a $40 million campus on a 14-acre site in the Meadows. This two-phase project will consist of 2 buildings of 54,000 sq. [. each, with an es#mated opening of phase one in the fall of 2019.” Read more: h6p://business.castlerock.org/ news/details/acc-csu-dcsd-to-establisha-collabora#ve-educa#onal-campus-incastle-rock

Long-awaited Douglas County Emergency Vehicle Opera*ons Center breaks ground—A $3.3 million dona#on from RE/MAX Interna#onal helps accelerate Phase One of the new facility that will provide essen#al training for law enforcement, fire department and public works department drivers. Read more: h6p:// business.castlerock.org/news/details/long-awaited-douglas-county-emergencyvehicle-opera#ons-center-breaks-ground RTD FasTracks Southeast Rail Extension Construc*on Update As part of RTD’s 2004 voter-approved FasTracks plan to extend rapid transit across the Denver metro region, construc#on con#nues for the Southeast Rail Extension project. Construc#on has begun on the future Lincoln light rail bridge.

Read more: h6p://business.castlerock.org/news/details/rtd-fastracks-southeastrail-extension-construc#on-update

Fes#val Park Reimagined Fes#val Park is the heart of Downtown Castle Rock and is home to some of the community’s most treasured events. Soon, this central gathering space will be transformed into a vibrant urban center. This project was planned through a collabora#ve effort of residents, the Downtown Development Authority, Downtown Merchants Associa#on and the Town. On Tuesday, Nov. 1, 2016 a construc#on contract between the Town and M.A. Mortenson Company was approved by Town Council to redevelop Fes#val Park. The goals are to enhance the park, boost the success of the adjacent Downtown business district and create an ac#ve public gathering space for both work and relaxa#on.

Read more: h6p:// business.castlerock.org/ news/details/fes#val-park-reimagined

Registra*on opens for 2017 Ci*zens Police Academy; applica*ons due March 17—Castle Rock Police Officers are dedicated to maintaining an open rela#onship with the public and keeping our Town among the safest in Colorado.

But, have you ever wondered what it takes to be a police officer in Castle Rock? The Ci#zens Police Academy is your opportunity to find out. Read more: h6p://www.crgov.com/ civicalerts.aspx?AID=1182

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Leverage Our Business Connec#ons & Experience

Ambassador of the Month Ambassador of the Month– Nadine Kirk Be y Graf, Reliv Interna*onal

Accelerate Growth, Promote Excellence Let us help you establish a ďŹ rm business founda#on- from showing you how to develop your business plan, to iden#fying the best ways to obtain funding, and everything else associated with opening your doors.

All services and informa#on are at li6le or no cost to both start-ups and established businesses in Douglas County, Colorado.

Our business consultants leverage their combined years of experience to help you guide your business to sustainable success year a[er year.

Contact Judy@castlerock.org at the Chamber to learn more about our business training courses.

Contact the Chamber for ques#ons regarding scheduling a business counseling or register online now at: h6p://www.castlerock.org/excelerate -business/

The Castle Rock Chamber proudly honors Nadine Kirk as January Ambassador of the Month.

As one of the top agents in Castle Rock in closed transac#ons and sales volume, Nadine has been serving Douglas and Elbert Coun#es since 1989. She has achieved the numerous awards including the RE/MAX - Hall of Fame, the Life#me Achievement, Chairman's Club and Pla#num Club.

Nadine currently sits on the Chamber’s Board of Directors and has served as a Chamber Ambassador for years.

Congratula*ons Nadine & thank you for your outstanding eorts!

Learn more about Trainings/Consulta#ons Watch video h6ps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SVlKUd8WBOk

Do you have ques*ons about‌ • • • • • •

Star*ng a business?

Developing your business plan?

Marke*ng and sales planning?

Accoun*ng or tax advice?

Securing ďŹ nancing?

Managing your growth?

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Arapahoe Community College-Business of the Month Ambassador of the Month Abby Tardiff—ANB Bank

The Castle Rock Chamber proudly honors Arapahoe Community College as our February Business of the Month recipient. They have been members of the Castle Rock Chamber for more than eleven years. Arapahoe Community College’s vision is to be the leader in community college educa#on in the state of Colorado.

ACC provides innova#ve and responsive educa#onal and economic opportuni#es in an accessible, inclusive environment that promotes success for students, employees and the community. The ACC Castle Rock Campus serves nearly 500 students from the south metro Denver and Douglas County communi#es. ACC offers more than 100 associate degree and cer#ficate programs, as well as guaranteed transfer programs into many of Colorado’s four-year public ins#tu#ons. Named as a Top 100 Workplace in Colorado by The Denver Post in 2015 and 2016, ACC upholds the highest academic standards and supports the growth and success of each individual.

ACC, with support from the Castle Rock Town Council, will con#nue its commitment to educa#on in the Castle Rock community by building a new Collabora#on Campus with partners Colorado State University and Douglas County School District in the Meadows (phase one is scheduled to open in the fall of 2019).

Castle Rock Chamber proudly honors Abby Tardiff as our March Ambassador of the Month.

Abby Tardiff is a Commercial and Consumer Lending Officer at ANB Bank in Castle Rock. She moved back home to Colorado in May of 2016 a[er living in West Virginia for eight years, and she is happy to be living near, and working in, beau#ful Castle Rock. She has been ac#vely involved in the Chamber of Commerce since star#ng at ANB Bank, and she became an Ambassador in August of 2016. She is passionate about people, which is why she loves all the opportuni#es to network and build rela#onships. As an Ambassador for the Chamber, she is able to dig deeper into the community, get involved, volunteer, and help foster business connec#ons.

Congratula*ons Abby & thank you for your outstanding efforts!

Congratula*ons for being recognized as an outstanding member business.

Be Inspired Over Lunch!

This Influence Luncheon Series provides opportuni es and a venue for women leaders to network, share their best insights and business prac ces, and foster connec ons with others. Each quarterly luncheon will address a par cular key issue and solu ons to women's advancement.

April 26, 2017 Time: 11:30 AM to 1 PM Guest Speaker: Rebecca Love Kourlis Former Colorado Supreme Court Jus*ce and IAALS Execu#ve Director

Gabrielle's Restaurant 5450 Manhart Ave. Sedalia, CO 80135 Purchase Tickets at www.CastleRock.org 16

Title Sponsor

Educa#on Table Sponsor

Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C. 316 Wilcox Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 (303) 688-3535 h6p://www.kga6ys.com A orneys Sam's Club 5940 Promenade Pkwy Castle Rock, CO 80108 (303) 688-0192 h6p://Samsclub.com Retail

In & Out Smart Repair 4991 Factory Shops Blvd.

Suite 110A Castle Rock, CO 80108 (985) 630-8026 h6p://phonerepairstore.com Retail

OrangeTheory Fitness Castle Rock 3990 Limelight Ave Unit F Castle Rock,CO 80109 (303) 747-4003

Block Advisors 4833 Front St Unit E Castle Rock, CO 80104 (303) 660-3694 h6p://www.blockadvisors.com Tax Return Prepara on 17

Welcome New Members The Castle Rock Chamber partners with more than 600 member businesses and organiza#ons including 26,000+ employees to support local business, promote our community and cul#vate a vibrant economy.

Castle Rock Cryo Care & Rejuvena*on Contact: Ryann Rackley (303) 663-6990 751 Maleta Lane, Ste. 104 Castle Rock, CO 80108 Category: Health & Wellness h6p://castlerockcryotherapy.com

Execu*ve Search Associates Bringing Talented People Together Contact: Heather Looney (303) 951-6383 755 Maleta Lane, Suite 204 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Business Services h6p://www.letmeshutmydoor.com

Window Genie of Castle Rock Contact: Krista Fleck (720) 439-8373 50 Ponderosa St Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Window Cleaning h6p://castle-rock.windowgenie.com

Ent Credit Union Contact: Victoria Selfridge (800) 525-9623 7250 Campus Drive Colorado Springs, CO 80920 Category: Financial Ins#tu#ons h6p://www.Ent.com

Ac*onCOACH Business Coaching Contact: Michael Feinner (303) 681-2701 165 Caprice Court, Unit A Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Business - Coaching h6p://ac#oncoach.com/ michaelfeinner

Rock Hea*ng & Air Contact: Aimee Shonrock (720) 851-7625 1001 S Perry St Unit 103B Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Contractors - Air/Hea#ng h6p://www.rockhea#ng.com

Osgood Team Real Estate Contact: Debbie Weaver (303) 887-4967 19590 E Mainstreet, Ste 204 Parker, CO 80138 Category: Real Estate Praying Hands Ranch Contact: Jamilyn Anthony (303) 841-4043 4825 E. Daley Cr. Parker, CO 80138 Category: Equine - Assisted Sensory Based Therapy h6p://prayinghandsranch.org Home Instead Senior Care Contact: Heidi Wieneke (303) 688-7852 399 Perry Street, Suite 300 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Senior Ci#zen Services h6p://homeinstead.com

Transamerica Financial Advisors Contact: Gordon Baker (303) 886-8190 5350 S. Roslyn St, Suite 240-J Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Category: Financial Advisor h6p://_aconnects.com/gbaker/ MC2 Home Inspec*ons, LLC Contact: Mike Chamberlain (303) 688-0912 P.O. Box 924 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Home Inspectors h6p://www.mc2homeinspec#onsdenver.com

3to5 Club Contact: Marty Reiswig (720) 891-9000 Category: Business - Training h6p://www.3to5Club.com

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Life*me Windows & Siding/ Life*me Solar Solu*ons Contact: Mary Onelio (720) 556-1440 2330 North Broadway, Suite 110 Denver, CO 80205 Category: Siding Windows www.life#mewindowscolorado.com

Uncle Maddio's Pizza Contact: Craig Tappin (630) 853-2812 3990 Limelight Ave. Unit A Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Restaurants h6p://unclemaddios.com Cold Stone Creamery Contact: James Dixon (720) 733-9971 312 Metzler Drive, Unit A Castle Rock, CO 80108 Category: Ice Cream www.coldstonecreamery.com Rinse Studios Contact: Grace Combs (720) 445-6488 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Web Design h6p://rinsestudios.com JLS Landscape & Sprinkler, Inc Contact: Linda Reel (303) 791-9121 7265 Reynolds Drive Sedalia, CO 80135 Category: Landscape Contractors h6p://www.jlslsc.com Orchard Med Spa Contact: Lisa Manzanares (303) 284-4270 3740 Dacoro Lane, Suite 125 Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Spa h6p://orchardmedspa.com Hollis + Miller Architects Contact: Bre6 Prather (719) 313-9729 333 Perry Street, Suite 205 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Architects h6p://www.hollisandmiller.com DLA Advisors Contact: Alan Lewis (720) 880-8527 5825 Palmer Drive Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Consultant - Finance h6p://www.dlaadvisors.com

Chamber Anniversaries—Together We Will Do Great Things!

Company Name Castle Rock Farmer's Market Healthy Prac#ce Solu#ons LLC StrideMob The Post Ins#tute The Skin Company Touchstone Legal Resources LLC Castle Pines Connec#on RMG - Rocky Mountain Group Robert Michael Gems & Jewelry, LLC Vigil & Alford Law Priority Insurance Services SmartWa6 ANB Bank Renewal by Andersen Spring Hill Press, LLC A Clean Living Christ's Episcopal Church Hideaway Bar & Grill Artcra[ Signs Moore Lumber & Hardware Office Depot Patriot Enterprises, Inc. Castle Rock Adven#st Health Campus Northstar Bank VCA Douglas County Animal Hospital

Years 1 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 2 3 3 4 4 4 5 5 5 6 6 6 11 14 20 30

Company Name Years Castle Rock Dental Health 1 Goodwill Industries of Denver 1 Castle Rock Craniosacral & Lympha#c Massage 1 Clockwork Networks, LLC 1 Westerra Credit Union - Parker 1 RHG Products 1 Hampton Inn Castle Rock 1 GroovyTek 1 Plum Creek Golf Club 2 Golf Club at Bear Dance 2 Dancing Dawgz 2 Developmental Pathways 2 Cat Specialist 2 Front Range HVAC, LLC 2 Seven Stones at Cha_ield 2 Castle Rock Parks and Trails Founda#on 2 Miss M's Tea Parlour 3 Postal Annex 3 Chelsea Hutchison Founda#on 3 MODE Systems 3 Expert Disposal & Recycling Services LLC 3 Accent on Hearing 4 Spencer Colorado Real Estate by Keller Williams Realty, DTC 4 Digital Globe Services, Inc. 4 Catholic Chari#es of Central Colorado - Castle Rock Office 4 Westside Towing Inc. 5 Castle Rock Funeral and Crema#on 5 McKillip Group CPAs 10 Arapahoe Community College Castle Rock Campus 11 Awards with More 14 Denver South Economic Development Partnership 24

The Castle Rock Chamber proudly honors Patriot Enterprises, Inc. as our January Business of the Month recipient. They have been members of the Castle Rock Chamber for more than eleven years.

Congratula*ons for being recognized as an outstanding member business.

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Community CPR/AED class @ View Facility Fire Headquarters / Sta#on 151 Mar 4 @ 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM

2017 Macaroni Kid Douglas County Summer Camp & Ac#vi#es Fair @ CU South Denver Apr 2 @ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM

HSE Prep Class @ Philip S. Miller Library Mar 6 @ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Earth Day Willow Harvest and Plan#ng @ Memmen Ridge Open Space Apr 8 @ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Castle Rock Historical Society and Museum’s Free Monthly Presenta#on Program @ Philip S. Miller Library Mar 9 @ 6:45 PM – 8:00 PM

Coee with a Cop @ Castle Rock Senior Center Apr 11 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Learn Origami @ Castle Pines CPN Master Associa#on Event Hall Mar 10 @ 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM Excursions, History, Hikes & Hops @ Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller CR Bank Room East/West Mar 10 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Organic Gardening in Douglas County @ Castle Rock, Philip S. Miller CR Bank Room East/ West Mar 11 @ 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Mac’n’Cheese & Chili Cook-O @ Douglas County Fairgrounds Mar 12 @ 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM

DCL Presents: Lisa Sco6oline @ CU South Denver Apr 13 @ 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM Casino Royale Gala @ Denver Marrio6 South Apr 22 @ 5:30 PM

Starlight Movie - Moana Sat, Jun 3—6 PM Car Show Street Party and Concert, Fri, Jun 16—6 PM 9th Annual Cruise In Car Show, Sat, Jun 17—10 AM

30th Annual Subaru Elephant Rock Ride @ Douglas County Fairgrounds Center Jun 4

Fun in the Sun - July 5th Wed—11 AM

Coee with a Cop, Bike Rodeo @ TBD Jun 17 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Starlight Movie - Trolls Sat, Jul 8—6 PM Fun in the Sun - July 12th Wed—11 AM Fun in the Sun - July 19th Wed—11 AM

PRINCESS WEEK @ Outlets at Castle Rock Mar 14 all-day

Fun in the Sun - July 26th Wed—12 PM

Coee with a Cop @ Miller Ac#vity Complex Mar 14 @ 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM

Boots & Brews Sat, Jul 29—11 AM

Bus Tour of Historic Denver @ Touring Denver on a guided tour bus, leave from Castle Rock Museum Mar 18 @ 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Concert Under the Lights Fri, Aug 11—6 PM

DivorceCare @ Faith Lutheran Church Mar 19 @ 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM

Castle Rock Home Show @ Douglas County Fairgrounds Mar 31 @ 12:00 PM – Apr 2 @ 5:00 PM

Cinco de Mayo Street Party & Concert Fri, May 5—6 PM

Chamber’s Annual Banquet Apr 21 @ 5:30 PM

Brother Yun the author of “The Heavenly Man� is Speaking in Castle Rock @ Castle View High School Mar 12 @ 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM

Arapahoe Community College 2017 Spring Career Fair @ Arapahoe Community College Mar 22 @ 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM

Upcoming Events In Downtown Castle Rock

14th Annual Castle Rock WineFest New Loca*on: Bu erďŹ eld Park Jul 15 @ 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM 3952 Bu6erďŹ eld Crossing Dr Castle Rock, CO 80109

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Starlight Movie- Rogue One, Fri, Aug 25—6 PM Street Party and Concert Tue, Sept 5—5 PM Oktoberfest Sat , Sept 30—1 PM

Biz Tip Blog—CastleRock.org

THANK YOU SPONSORS!

Check out the Chamber’s Home page for up to date, relevant business #ps and techniques Op*mizing for the ‘near me’ trend Shoppers increasingly use “near me� (e.g., “hotels near me�) as a way to locate products or services in their neighborhood. In fact, by the end of last year, use of “near me� in searches increased 130%.

The “near me� phenomenon is an element of hyperlocal marke#ng. That is, marke#ng to customers based upon their loca#on.

There are simple things that small businesses can do to take advantage of this trend. First, make sure your Google My Business page is op#mized. Fill out every ďŹ eld and include appealing images.

Next, develop localized website content that would interest people in your area. If you run a restaurant, for example, your site should focus on issues related to food lovers in your area rather than general informa#on that would interest people everywhere.

Include local points of interest, such as landmarks and des#na#ons. If you have mul#ple loca#ons, create local landing pages for each.

Finally, consider using schema markup on your website code. This allows you to precisely deďŹ ne various business a6ributes for search engines, including business type, hours, address, la#tude and longitude, phone number and more. Schema markup can be complicated, but a simpliďŹ ed approach can be found at h6p://dbhc.us/12 Want to keep new hires happy? Meet with them at the 90-day mark to ask “What’s dierent about your job or our organiza#on from what you were expec#ng?â€? Unrealized expecta#ons can create dissa#sfac#on for new employees, so asking the ques#on directly gives you much-needed informa#on.

You can also use the feedback to minimize surprises for future hires.

Source: www.ithinkbigger.com

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Retailers may want to do more to build loyalty with shoppers over age 55.

Many baby boomers are feeling “overlookedâ€? or “not rewardedâ€? and will shop where they feel they aren’t overlooked, even if that means switching to a compe#tor, according to new data from SSI and ICLP. “Brands typically target their mobile and online marke#ng eorts at millennials because they are the largest and most tech-savvy genera#on. However, by doing so, they risk overlooking baby boomers, who are also highly inuen#al and o[en more auent shoppers,â€? said Phil Seward, Regional Director, Americas at ICLP. Here are three #ps from ICLP to begin building be6er loyalty: First, boomers don’t expect relevant recommenda#ons, so make recommenda#ons more relevant to their interests and needs, rather than generalizing. Next, treat them as an individual by personalizing emails and other branded contact. Finally, train employees to be6er understand what the demographic wants.

Training employees how to remember the names of frequent customers could also be of help.

Source: Bizreport.com, Jan. 27, 2017

Beverage Sponsor

The Pepsi Bo6ling Company 3801 Brighton Boulevard Denver, CO 80216

Storage Sponsor

Park Street/Jerry Street Storage 1500 N. Park Street Castle Rock, CO 303.688.2242

The key to eec*ve networking is to focus on being helpful to others.

Start asking people to call you if they need something and be ready to assist.

Try to make deposits in a “favor bank� that you may be able to withdraw from at some point, though not necessarily from the people you helped. Use social networking websites and your chamber of commerce as much as possible to make connec#ons. To speed up the process, make friends with people who are networking geniuses. They will connect you with the people in their networks.

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14th Annual Castle Rock WineFest Jul 15 @ 2:00 PM – 8:00 PM New Loca*on: Bu erďŹ eld Park 3952 Bu6erďŹ eld Crossing Dr Castle Rock, CO 80109

Got leads...We do— Join a leads group today!

Business Trainings At a Glance Third Tech Intensive Facebook Pages Bootcamp Tuesday Mar 7, 2017

LEADS PLUS!

THE BREAKFAST CLUB

2nd & 4th Tuesdays 11:30 AM—1:00 PM Loca on: The Fowl Line Alicia@CastleRock.org

2nd & 4th Tuesdays 7:30 AM—9:00 AM Loca on: Village Inn John@CastleRock.org

LEADS REFERRAL

POWER PARTNERS

1st & 3rd Wednesdays 11:30 AM—1:00 PM Loca on: Castle Cafe Sue@CastleRock.org

1st & 3rd Wednesday 1:30 PM—3:00 PM Loca on: Castle Rock Chamber Angela@CastleRock.org

Biz Builder Lunch & Learn How to Differen*ate your Small Business in a Crowded Marketplace Thursday Mar 9, 2017 Third Tech Tuesday - Build a Consistent Brand Tuesday Mar 21, 2017 Biz Builder Lunch n Learn Collabora*ng Securely Thursday Apr 6, 2017 Third Tech Tuesday - Seven Ways to Use Pinterest to Promote Your Business Tuesday Apr 18, 2017

Some restric ons apply.

Third Tech Tuesday - Build a Consistent Brand March 21, 2017 Time: 9:30 AM 11:00 AM See adver sement on pg. 8

Biz Builder Lunch & Learn: Networking - Make it Awesome not Awkward Wednesday Apr 19, 2017

Third Tech Tuesday - Seven Ways to Use Pinterest to Promote Your Business April 18, 2017 Time: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM See adver sement on pg. 13 These classes are taught by Dr. Michelle Post of The Post Ins#tute

REGISTER NOW AT: h6p://www.CastleRock.org Third Tech Tuesday Fees/Admission: Free, Networking level & above $10 for Comm. Connec#on $25 for Future Members Biz Builder Fees/Admission: Members are free $25.00 for Non-Members

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Building Community Leadership

Program Goals of LDC: • Engage, support, and mobilize leaders to make a posi ve difference in their community

Leadership Douglas County (LDC), now in its 18th year, helps emerging and recognized leaders who are seeking to make a posi#ve impact on their community, expand their skills, enhance their knowledge of local and state issues and increase their effec#veness as ci#zens and business peoples in Douglas County. Par#cipants are given the opportunity to discover how they can affect their community, and lead effec#vely, as an individual and as part of a group, to make Douglas County a be6er place to live and work.

In January, the class explored Economic Development, Transporta#on and Master Plan, which provided par#cipants with informa#on and insight into the factors that impact Douglas County economic development and how transporta#on and master planning are key factors in a strong economy. LDC would like to thank the day’s sponsors, Charles Schwab & Co. and the City of Lone Tree, who provided the venue and meals for the day.

In February, LDC class members experienced the diversity of educa#onal services in Douglas County through a panel of representa#ves from private and public ins#tu#ons from pre-k to post grad. CU South Denver at the Wildlife Experience served as the morning host.

In the a[ernoon, the new Parker Library was the site for a con#nuing discussion on the evolving landscape of 21st Century educa#on and the role of libraries in our culture, and specifically in Douglas County, as they support crea#ve learning opportuni#es, events

and celebra#ons that are meaningful to residents.

On the first Wednesday of each month, LDC focuses on a different aspect of the county that is vital to a sustainable, vibrant community. A leadership skill component is also a part of each day.

Leadership Douglas County is currently accep*ng applica*ons for the 2017-18 class that kicks off with an overnight retreat in September. The applica*on deadline is June 20th, 2017.

Space is limited. APPLY EARLY. For more informa#on on LDC, or for an applica#on, visit www.leadershipdoulglascounty.org For ques#ons, contact Carrie Buchaninfo@leadershipdouglascounty.com or call 720.440.3726.

To visit one of the remaining 201617 monthly classes (April 5, May 3, June 1), please contact Carrie at 720.440.3726.

• Expand each par cipant’s scope of awareness regarding cri cal issues, systems and opportuni es within Douglas County • Increase the leadership effec veness of each par cipant • Offer an experience that is interac ve, promotes dialogue, team-building and trust • Create connec ons with influen al community leaders who are shaping our region’s future

Established by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce in 1999, Leadership Douglas County is a nonprofit, nonpar#san, program designed to broaden par#cipant knowledge of the community while enhancing leadership skills, to increase the strength and effec#veness of our community leaders.

LDC gratefully acknowledges these major sponsors: Patron Sponsors—BreakThroughs, Inc., Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, City of Lone Tree, Town of Parker.

Leadership Sponsor – Douglas County Government.

Program Sponsors—Charles Schwab & Co., Douglas County Libraries, South Metro Fire Rescue Authority, Town of Castle Rock.

Our thanks to the many other organiza ons and individuals who help to make each monthly session possible.

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Our Vision Igni#ng Passion for Business Success and Community Prosperity

Our Mission Support and promote member businesses • Be a “voiceâ€? for business to government • Foster a livable community with posi#ve growth •

Upcoming Events— Douglas County Young Professionals—March 21, 2017 Meet at Maddie’s Biergarten, 5 pm to 7 pm. The DCYP Program is for Young Professionals, Ages 21-40. Contact John@castlerock.org for more informa#on or ques#ons.

Horizon Luncheon Series—March 29, 2017 Plum Creek Golf Club, 11:30 am to 1 pm. Stay up to date on the latest community & business hot topics, statewide topics an more! Guest Speaker: Dave Corliss, Town Manager.

WEBSITE DIRECTORY HITS: Jan/Feb— Page Hits: 17,156 Search Hits: 38,286

Chamber’s Annual Banquet—April 21, 2017 Installa#on of new oďŹƒcers and Board of Directors of the Chamber of Commerce. Also the presenta#on of the annual Business(person), Ci#zen, Ambassador, Volunteer of the Year and Philip S. Miller awards.

Women of Inuence Luncheon April 26, 2017 Gabrielle's Restaurant, 11:30 am to 1 pm. Each quarterly luncheon will address a par#cular

Elephant Rock June 4, 2017 The Subaru Elephant Rock Cycling Fes#val is the unoďŹƒcial start to the Colorado cycling season and is held at the Douglas County Fairgrounds.

Castle Rock WineFest—July 15, 2017 More than 180 varie#es of Colorado wine will be showcased by Colorado’s superb winemakers who are rebuilding a tradi#on of excellence. New Loca*on: Bu erďŹ eld Park in the Meadows. www.CastleRockWineFest.com

Douglas County Fair and Rodeo Parade—July 29, 2017 The parade exempliďŹ es old-fashioned, hometown charm with approximately 85 entries consis#ng of 4-H projects, marching bands, stagecoaches, horses, rodeo queens and dance troupes from all over Colorado.

420 Jerry Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 303.688.4597 ph info@castlerock.org www.CastleRock.org www.VisitCastleRock.org

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