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REPRESENTING 17,519 MEMBER EMPLOYEES
Award Winners Announced John Medved, Donna Sco , Walt Kowalski, Sally Misare, and Melanie Calhoun, were honored for their excep%onal community efforts April 24th at the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce annual banquet, held at the Denver Marrio South. The year’s celebra%on was indeed special as the Chamber celebrates sixty years of suppor%ng and promo%ng the Castle Rock business community and its residents.
Your Banquet goers were treated to dinner AND a movie at this year’s event. Mark and Sandy Michael of Chamber Versa%lity Crea%ve Group created featured films depic%ng each of the BPOY nominee’s favorite decade. Who knew these Promoting the business people were so talented and funny? View videos/event Community. Read more pg. 9 photos www.castlerock.org. Read more on pg 3.
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Highlights 2015-16 Chamber Board P. 3 Post Session Wrap up P. 4 Worksite Wellness P. 4 Monthly Calendars P.6,9 Young Professionals Social P.7 Business Training Calendar P.12 Complimentary Training Pkg P.18 Community Mobile App P. 22
Castle Rock Chamber Staff
2015—2016 Board of Directors Executive Committee
Pam Ridler President& CEO Pam@castlerock.org
Elyse McNulty, Chair Kaiser Permanente John Manka, Chair-Elect 1 Stop Tire & Auto
Melissa Mares Director of Communications MMares@castlerock.org
Aaron Fort, Treasurer-Elect Eakin s Fort Company P.C.
Alicia Early Membership Development Director Alicia@castlerock.org John Woodrick Event Manager John@castlerock.org
David Zwerenz, Treasurer-Elect Firstbank of Douglas County Mike Tafoya, Immediate Past Chair Portocol Business Strategies
Sue Turner Office Administrator Sue@castlerock.org
Carrie Buchan Program Manager: Directors Leadership Douglas County (LDC) & Young Entrepreneurs Aaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. Academy (YEA!) CLBuchan.co@gmail.com
Sonia Waugh Visitor Center Coordinator Sonia@castlerock.org
Judy Woodley CREG Program Manager Judy@castlerock.org
Todd Folkenberg Castle Rock Adventist Hospit al
Brooke Fox Colorado Agriculture Leadership Foundation (CALF) Jill Garber Arapahoe Community College Golden Goodwin gosocial Douglas County Bernie Greenberg Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C. Nadine Kirk RE/MAX Alliance Jackie Linderman Holiday Inn Express and Suites Whitney Medved Medved Autoplex Andrea Nyquist Outlets at Castle Rock Michelle Peck TMMC Property Management Linda Watson Sky Rid ge Medical Center Tom Waymire Castle Rock Bank Ex Officio Mayor Paul Donahue—Town of Castle Rock Frank Gray, President/CEO—Castle Rock EDC Sally Misare, Town Clerk— Town of Castle Rock Pam Ridler, President/CEO— Chamber
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Farewell for the Chairman Dear Friends and Members, Serving these past 6 years on the Castle Rock Chamber Board of Directors and this past year as Board Chairman has been a pleasure and an honor. Working with all of the directors and Pam Ridler, President and CEO, has been amazing. Their commitment to the community and the contribu%ons from this group has been a demonstra%on of the Chamber vision, values and mission. I will surely miss being in the center of mix with town and chamber issues as board chair. I plan to stay involved with chamber leadership through con%nued service. It is my personal commitment to the chamber members and leadership to provide insight and exper%se where I am able. The chamber will con%nue to be in good hands with the leadership of Pam Ridler and the incoming board chairman, Elyse McNulty. Elyse has served on the board for a few years and last year on the execu%ve commi ee. Her insight and perspec%ve will provide a high standard of leadership for our chamber of commerce. Best wishes, Elyse! Since this is not goodbye, I look forward to seeing all of you in the very near future. Best Regards, Mike Tafoya
The annual ‘passing of the gavel’ tradi%on in which Mike Tafoya, Portocol Business Strategies turned over his leadership role to incoming Chair, Elyse McNulty of Kaiser Permanente took place on April 24th. Other new officers included: Chair—Elect, John Manka of 1 Stop Tire & Auto; Treasurer, Aaron Fort of Eakins & Fort CPA; and Treasurer—Elect, David Zwerenz, Firstbank of Douglas County. Directors include: Aaron Barrick, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile P.C.; Todd Folkenberg, Castle Rock Adven%st Hospital; Brooke Fox, Colorado Agriculture Leadership Founda%on–CALF; Jill Garber, Arapahoe Community College; Golden Goodwin, goSocial Douglas County; Bernie Greenberg, Kokish & Goldmanis, PC; Nadine Kirk, RE/MAX Alliance; Jackie Linderman, Holiday Inn Express; Whitney Medved, Medved Autoplex, Andrea Nyquist, Outlets at Castle Rock; Michelle Peck, TMMC Property Management; Linda Watson, Sky Ridge Medical Center; and Tom Waymire, Castle Rock Bank. Ex-Officio include: Mayor Paul Dona hue, Town of Castle Rock; Frank Gray, Castle Rock EDC; Sally Misare, Town Clerk, and Pam Ridler, Chamber President. View more photos from the Chamber’s Annual Banquet at h ps://www.flickr.com/photos/castlerockchamber/sets/72157651815600758/ 3
Worksite Wellness For Your Business Kicks off May 20th The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce's Worksite Wellness Coali%on is partnering with Health Links Colorado to engage local employers in the process of developing basic employee wellness programs. Health Links Colorado is a non-profit organiza%on dedicated to improving the health of our state by reaching people where most spend the majority of their %me, at work. Castle Rock was chosen for this pilot project and will include technical assistance, resources, and recogni%on for par%cipa%ng employers. We Need Your Input! Please take this brief survey and share your input, we value your opinions. It will only take a few minutes. Thank You in advance for your par%cipa%on, we greatly appreciate it! h ps://www.surveymonkey.com/s/worksitewellness2 015 Read more about Worksite Wellness Benefits here. Or contact Sue@CastleRock.org.
Post Session Wrap-up
Are you interested in learning more about the Chamber's worksite wellness pilot project?
Attend this Free Information Session: Wednesday, May 20th 8:00 am to 9:00 am Castle Rock Chamber Please rsvp at: http://tinyurl.com/ntwrdc6 TOGETHER. MAPPING THE FUTURE.
May 15, 2015 7:30am – 9:30am PACE Center (20000 Pikes Peak Ave. Parker, CO 80138)
Produc%on of the "Official" Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce map has begun and you are invited to place a display ad on the map. In the pursuit of providing a map of These Events Are Free & Open to the Public. the highest quality with up-to-date inforRSVP to jvanderburg@capstonegroupllc.com ma%on and accurate detail of the area, we Join us and learn more about what the DCBA and are pleased to inform you of our partnerthe Castle Rock Chamber are doing to promote a ship with Spring Hill Press, to produce the unified effort of certain Chambers of Commerce edi%on of our city street map. and Economic Development Councils to lead and influence state and federal policy, legislation, and For info on adver%sement opportuni%es regulation to create and/or enhance a positive please call Nita Hickman, Spring Hill Press business climate for the business community of 800-627-8141 Douglas County. www.douglascountybusinessalliance.com Business V oice New sletter ~ May/J une 2 015 ~
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President Level
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Arapahoe Comm unity College Asarch Dermatology Center Brookside Inn Cruise One-Calenda’s Vaca%ons Douglas County Libraries Firstbank of Douglas County Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. gopixel design studios, inc. Kaiser Pe rmanente Mywedding.com Nytech Olinger Dignity Memorial One Clear Choice Garage Doors Outlets at Castle Rock Plumbline Services, Inc. Renewal By Andersen Re%rement Investment Strategies Tractor Supply Co.
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Calendar of Events– May Friday 1st Ribbon CuVng/Grand Opening @Holiday Inn Express @4:30 pm Saturday 2nd Ribbon CuVng – Plum Creek Garden Market @11:00 am Tuesday 5th GIC (Chamber) @7:30 am Free Business Consulta%ons 10:00 am -12:00 pm Winefest Commi ee Mee%ng (Chamber) @1:00 pm Free Business Consulta%ons 2:00 – 4:00 pm Ribbon CuVng – Castle Rock Zip Line Tours @4:00 pm
Wednesday 20th Worksite Wellness Employer Engagement Event (Chamber) @8:00 Community Marke%ng Commi ee (Chamber) @9:30 Leads Referral Group (Castle Café) @11:30 Community Leadership (Chamber) @11:30 Business A;er Hours (Castle Rock Zip Line Tours) @5:00
Wednesday 6th Leads Referral (Castle Café) @11:30 am Thursday 7th Business over Breakfast (ANB Bank) @7:30 am Sunday 10th Mother’s Day – Take Good Care of Mom today!!
Monday 25th Memorial Day (Chamber Closed)
Monday 11th YEA! Gradua%on (Castle View Theatre) @6:30 pm Tuesday 12th Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @7:30 am Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) 10:00am12:00pm Leads Plus! (Fowl Line) @11:30 Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) 2:00pm-4:00pm CREP Mee%ng (EDC) @3:00 Ribbon CuVng – Burger King @4:00 pm ArXest Jury Selec%on (Library) @5:00-9:00 pm Wednesday 13th Ambassador Exec Commi ee (Chamber) @11:00 Ambassador Mee%ng (Chamber) @12:00
Tuesday 26th Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @7:30 Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) @10:00-12:00 Leads Plus! (Fowl Line) @11:30 Southern Colorado Business Partnership (Colorado Springs) @2:00 Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) @2:00-4:00 Ribbon CuVng– Ooey Gooey (Chamber) @4:00 pm Wednesday May 27th Business of the Month (Insurance Town & Country) @9:00 Thursday May 28th Member Orienta%on (Chamber) @7:30 Chamber Board of Directors Mee%ng (Chamber) @11:30 CREG (EDC) @1:15 DCYP (Plum Creek Golf Course) @5:30
Thursday 14th LDC Steering Commi ee (Chamber) @7:30 am Biz Builder Lunch ‘n Learn: Close More Sales (Chamber) @11:00am – 1:00 pm Ribbon CuVng – Plum Creek Golf Club @4:30 pm Friday 15th DCBA Legisla%ve Wrap-up (PACE Center) @7:30 -9:30 am
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*Events are subject to change, view online calendar for up to date list of events. www.CastleRock.org
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May Business Trainings The Science of Blissful Selling & Marketing Thursday, May 14, 2015 Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Castle Rock Chamber Speaker: Charles Oster VP of Local Enterprise mywedding.com
Third Tech Tuesday brought to you by Dr. Michelle Post
Are you ever concerned that you might not book enough sales or the right kind of sales? Do you ever worry about how to protect yourself from compe%tors who are selling the same types of products and services that you offer for a highly discounted rate? Are you ever concerned that you might not be up-todate with the most current market trends that will enable you to achieve the levels of success you have set out to accomplish? These are the fears of most savvy business owners in today's business climate. Learn how people are making buying decisions and how you can help them do it quicker without offering unnecessary discounts. Charles Oster shares rich and relevant research detailing how consumers make their buying decisions, presen%ng in a way that is fun and mo%va%ng. You will learn how to sell quicker and at higher rates than ever before in this energe%c, fast paced session. NOTE: Lunch is NOT provided, feel free to bring your own.
Benefits of Blogging Tuesday, May 19, 2015 Time: 900 am to 10:00 am Castle Rock Chamber Blogging is another way to stay in touch weekly or even daily with your customers. Blogging is a more casual and relaxed way to write and inform or entertain your customers and reach out for new ones. Learn how to produce bl ogs that are relevant to your audience and easily read. Stay connected with your clients and start blogging! What you will learn: • Top plaXorms for blogging • Top reasons to blog • Construc%ng a blog • Plus all the other ins and outs of blogging
Free To Chamber Members $10 pp for Non Members Register Now at www.CastleRock.org
Free To Chamber Members $25 pp for Non Members Register Now at www.CastleRock.org Beverage Sponsor
Storage Sponsor
The Pepsi Bo ling Company 3801 Brighton Boulevard Denver, CO 80216
Park Street/Jerry Street Storage 1500 N. Park Stree t Castle Rock, CO 303.688.2242
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Calendar of Events – June Tuesday 2nd GIC (Chamber) @7:30 am Wednesday 3rd Leads Referral (Castle Café) @11:30 am LDC Gradua%on (Highlands Ranch Mansion) @4:00 pm Saturday 20th Classic Rock Cruise In Downtown Car Show (Wilcox Street) @9:00 am
Thursday 4th DCCF (Castle Rock Bank in Castle Pines) @3:00 pm Saturday 6th
Sunday 21st Father’s Day – Enjoy %me with Dad!
Victoria’s Block Party! (Jerry Street) @10 am – 2 pm
Monday 22nd
Sunday 7th Elephant Rock Ride (DC Fairgrounds/Events Center)
Chamber Golf Tournament (Red Hawk Ridge) @2:00 pm Shotgun Start
Tuesday 9th Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @7:30 am Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) @10 am-12 pm Leads Plus! (Fowl Line) @11:30 am Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) @2:00-4:00 pm CREP (EDC) @3:00 pm
Tuesday 23rd Breakfast Club Leads Group (Village Inn) @7:30 am Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) @10 am-12 pm Leads Plus! (Fowl Line) @11:30 am Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) @2:00-4:00 pm Southern Colo Business Partnership (Co Spgs) @3 pm
Thursday 11th LDC Steering Commi ee Mee%ng (Chamber) @7:30 am Business over Breakfast (H&M AutomoAve) @7:30 am Ribbon CuVng (Legacy Hospice, dba New Century Hospice) @4:00 pm
Wednesday 24th Business Reten%on & Expansion (EDC) @11:30 am Thursday 25th Chamber Board of Directors Mtg (Chamber) @11:30 am CREG Taskforce (EDC) @1:00 pm DCYP (TBD) @5:00 pm
Saturday 13th Ducky Derby (Fes%val Park) @11:00 am - 5:00 pm
*Events are subject to change, view online calendar for up to date list of events. www.CastleRock.org
Tuesday 16th GIC (Chamber) @7:30 am Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) @10 am-12 pm Third Tech Tuesday – Don’t Lose Your Mind - Get your Social Media Organized! (Chamber) @9:00 am Biz Builder Lunch ‘n Learn – How to Network (Chamber) @11:00 am Free Business Consulta%ons (Chamber) @2:00-4:00 pm
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Wednesday 17th Worksite Wellness Coali%on Mtg (Chamber) @8:30 am Community Marke%ng Mee%ng (Chamber) @9:30 am Community Leadership (Chamber) @11:30 am Leads Referral Group (Castle Café) @11:30 am Business A;er Hours (Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile) @5:00 pm
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June Business Trainings
How To Network Tuesday, June 16, 2015 Time: 11:00 am to 1:00 pm Castle Rock Chamber
Third Tech Tuesday brought to you by Dr. Michelle Post
Facilitators: John Manka and Brock Goodwin Love them or hate them, we all should be taking advantage of networking events. And all of us can be smarter and more strategic in how we make use of them!
Don’t Lose Your Mind, Get Your Social Media Organized Tuesday, June 16, 2015 Time: 9:00 am to 10:00 am Castle Rock Chamber
Please join us for an informal discussion about geVng the most out of a networking event. You will undoubtedly pick up some ideas you’ll want to try that will make your next experience more produc%ve, less stressful and maybe even fun. The facilitators will organize the discussion around preparing for the event, working the event and following up aZer the event.
Facebook, Twi er, Google+, Instagram, LinkedIn, YouTube and more! Without organiza%on, the social media world can become chao%c and difficult to manage. This course will show you how to use the social media outlets that are per%nent to your business and how they can work cohesively to effec%vely market your brand across all plaXorms.
Come to BAH on Wednesday June 17th at 5pm at Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick and Patoile P.C. with confidence and a spring in your step. Walk out a few hours later having created some new business connec%ons and opportuni%es! NOTE: Lunch is NOT provided, feel free to bring your own.
Free To Chamber Members $10 pp for Non Members Register Now at www.CastleRock.org
Free To Chamber Members $25 pp for Non Members Register Now at www.CastleRock.org
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Upcoming Engagement Events
Thursday, May 7th
Wednesday May 20th
7:30 am to 9 am
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm 3851 Sol Danza Dr, Castle Rock, CO 80109
1375 W Plum Creek Pkwy, Castle Rock, CO 80109
Business Over Breakfast Events Are FREE to all Chamber members. Guests/Non Members must have a guest pass. Register at www.CastleRock.org
Community Connec%on: $10 per person 1 Pass per person for Networking level Free to Ascent Level Members and above. Guests/Non Members must have a guest pass.
Thursday, June 11th
Wednesday, June 17th
7:30 am to 9 am
5:00 pm to 7:00 pm
Along with White Construction, Castle Rock EDC, and the McKillip Group
18 S. Wilcox St. Suite #200 Castle Rock, CO 80109
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Ambassador of the Month—Melanie Calhoun For the last seventeen years, I have worked as a Real Estate Assistant in the community alongside my husband, Tom Calhoun, who is a realtor with RE/MAX Alliance. I joined the Chamber in June of 2011 and became an Ambassador in February of 2012. Joining the Chamber has proven to be the best way to get involved in the community. By becoming a member of the Chamber, I have greatly broadened my friendshi ps and business connec%ons. I have met so many wonderful people who live and work in this beau%ful town and I am honored to serve the residents.
Melanie Calhoun RE/MAX Alliance-The Calhoun Team
Melanie Calhoun was just named the Ambassador of the Year (2014) at the Chamber’s Annual Banquet ceremony on April 24th.
The Castle Rock Chamber has so many dedicated Ambassadors, that being awarded Ambassador of the Year is amazing. I am blessed to have this recogni%on and thank you to the Chamber for this opportunity! When I’m not assis%ng Tom with Real Estate or par%cipa%ng as an Ambassador, %me with family and friends is a priority. When the opportunity arises, I enjoy dancing, playing piano, walking our 3 Chihuahuas, hiking and traveling.
Thank you Melanie, for all you do to support and promote the Castle Rock Chamber. We greatly appreciate and applaud your outstanding efforts! Ambassador Program Sponsored By:
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Business of the Month—Copperfalls
Chamber is Now Hiring! Pam Ridler, Chamber President/CEO proudly presents the Business of the Month award to Stefanie Palko as Staff and Chamber Ambassadors show their support.
The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce honors Copperfalls Spa and Salon as their February Business of the Month recipient. Copperfall has been a member of the Chamber and the Castle Rock Community for more than fiZeen years. When they opened 15 years ago, they were spa focused and remained so for 9 years. Copperfalls was blessed 6 years ago when space became available for expansion to a street level entrance into their 7 chair salon. The salon has changed the dynamic of our business while allowing them to protect the integrity of a true spa experience. More than half of their team has been with Copperfalls for five years and many of them for 10+ years. Copperfalls goal today is to con%nue to provide a five star experience from their team and the Guest that chooses Copperfalls as their place for beauty and wellness. Copperfalls was recently awarded for the 3rd %me in their tenure the dis%nc%on of being one of the Top 200 salons in North America. They won the award for growth, something they strive to do every year and are so thankful to be a part of community that inspires them to be the best. For more informa%on about Copperfalls Spa and Salon call them at (303) 814-2035 or visit their website at www.copperfalls.com. CongratulaAons from the Castle Rock Chamber for being recognized as an outstanding business!
Membership Investment RepresentaAve The Membership Investment RepresentaAve will build and maintain posiAve relaAonships with current and potenAal members and will focus on selling Chamber memberships to prospecAve non-member businesses by communicaAng the benefits and value of the Chamber. By providing detailed informaAon on various programs offered through the Chamber which assist our members businesses in their growth process. With this goal in mind, the Membership Investment RepresentaAve will support the Chamber’s mission with the goal of increasing the total number of members within the organizaAon. View more details and to apply visit www.castlerock.org/jobs.htm or email your resume to Sue@castlerock.org.
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Chamber Anniversaries Business Number of Medved Autoplex Castle Rock Gabriel's Restaurant Village Inn Pancake House Gene's Muffler & Auto Service Autobahn Autobody, Inc. PRO Plumbing Service BreakThroughs, Inc. FirstBank of Douglas County BEST WESTERN PLUS Castle Rock ITC Compounding & Natural Wellness Pharmacy Stucy Realty Company Echo Ridge at Metzler Ranch Mutual of Omaha - Brock Goodwin RE/MAX Alliance - The Kirk Team Edward Kraemer & Sons, Inc. FASTFRAME of Greenwood Village Union- An American Bistro Castle Rock Bank at Castle Pines Douglas County Community Foundation CertaPro Painters
Business
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Waste Management 27 Arapahoe/Douglas Works! 26 AreaNewsletters 24 Castle Rental, Inc. 24 Insurance Town and Country 23 Brookside Inn 18 Sky Cliff Center 18 Douglas Land Conservancy 17 Faith Lutheran Church 17 Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care 17 Links at Plum Creek, The 15 Dumb Friends League-Buddy Center 13 Heard Financial Solutions 13 Numerical Control Consultants, Inc. 13 Bruce L. Fosdick, CPA, PC 12 Castle Rock Orthodontics 12 Castle Rock Adventist Hospital 12 Santiago's Mexican Restaurant 11 Pepsi Bottling Group 10 Plum Creek Community Church 9 Liberty Mutual Insurance-Kent Underwood 9 Peak View Dental, L.L.C. 9 Castle Oaks Covenant Church 9 Visions Salon 8
Years 27 25 25 25 24 23 18 18 17 15 14 12 12 12 12 12 10 10 6 6
Business Number of Years Denver Marriott South at Park Meadows 4 Founders Family Medical Center & Urgent Care 4 Kiwanis Club of Castle Rock 3 303 Technologies, Inc. 3 Employer Essentials, Inc. 3 Central Autos 2 Meadows Family Eye Care, The 2 Siena at the Courtyard 2 Sbarra Construction West, Inc. 2 Cold Stone Creamery 2 3T Ranch LLC 1 IntegraTek Consulting 1 Elevation Payroll Services 1 Lead to More 1 A Wild Thyme Catering and Events 1 Dairy Queen 1 Ward Alternative Energy 1 Sean Hakes Consulting, LLC 1
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Business
Number of Years
Generation Chiropractic-
6 Elements Therapeutic Massage 4 DCF Guns 4 Guaranty Bank & Trust Co. 4 Re/Max Alliance-Tom Calhoun 4 Perry Park Country Club 4 Remote Bookkeeper, LLC 4 Anytime Fitness 3 World Pest Control, Inc of Colo rado 3 Lincoln Meadows Senior Living 3 Home Instead Senior Care 3 Einstein Brothers Bagels 2 Implant and Oral Surgery of Colorado 2 Mirage Dental Associates 2 Courtesy Bootcamp 2 Lowe's Home Improvement 2 Meadows Orthodontics 2 Renewal by Andersen 2 Dr. Niki Katzenmeier, DC
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Business
Number of Years
Esprit Woman Care 1 Golden Flame Hot Wings 1 Castle Pines Connection 1 Accrue Financial Services, LLC 1 Castle Academy 1 NickLucey.com 1 Townsley & Associates, P.C. 1 The Manasi Project 1 Mutual of Omaha-Steven White 1 Creative Business Finance 1 Founders ParkwayVision Center 1 Ooey Gooey 1 Top Realty Group 1 Castle Rock Tutoring 1 Haute Hare Salon 1 Johnelle's LLC 1 Lilla Rose Independent Consultant 1 Modern Woodmen 1 Nextage Pikes Peak Properties 1
Business of the Month—Boyd Chiropractic
Pam Ridler, Chamber President/CEO proudly presents the Business of the Month award to Dr. David Boyd as Staff and Chamber Ambassadors show their support.
The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce honors Boyd Chiroprac%c Center as our March Business of the Month recipient. For more than thirty one years, Boyd Chiroprac%c Center has been a member of the Castle Rock Chamber. Dr. David Boyd served on the Chamber board of directors from 1995-1997. Dr. Boyd opened his office in Castle Rock in 1983, providing quality chiroprac%c Healthcare in Castle Rock, Douglas County and the surrounding area. He treats all types of pa%ents and families including automobile accident injuries, chronic condi%ons and other difficult cases. Dr. Boyd has completed a 100-hour postgraduate course in radiology of the spine. He completed 75 course hours in extremity care and is a Cer%fied Chiroprac%c Extremity Prac%%oner (CCEP). Other treatments offered in his office are Cervical and Lumbar Spinal decompression for pa%ents suffering with herniated or disc related condi%ons and can be a great op%on pa%ents that are looking to avoid spinal injec%ons or surgery. Outside the office he is Parker Boy Scout Troop 16’s Advancement Chairman, Assistant Scoutmaster and Member of the Board of Directors. He received an Outstanding Scouter Award in 2013. Dr. Boyd was recently honored again by Pioneer Trails District at their awards Dinner on 3/19/2015 when he received BSA’s District Award of Merit for 2014. He serves as Adviser for the Spirit Eagle Chapter of the Pioneer Trails District’s Honor Scouts in the Order of the Arrow, which is the Na%onal Honor Society of BSA. Dr. Boyd, daughter Sydney, and son Jonathan have been happy to have made their home in Castle Rock since first moving to Colorado in 1983. For more informa%on about Boyd Chiroprac%c Center call (303) 688-2000 or visit www.boydchiroprac%c.com. CongratulaAons from the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce for being recognized as an outstanding business!
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Member to Member Discount Program As part of your investment with the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, you are eligible to participate in this program! You may offer savings or items of value that represent your business and take advantage of those offers from fellow members. This is part of the Chamber’s ongoing efforts to help our members save. By participating in this program, you are furthering the goal of strengthening our local economy. Contact Alicia at 303-688-4597 to participate.
Ribbon Cuttings, Celebrate Your Success Sears Hometown Store Contact: Sco Mace (303) 663-5977 18403 Longs Way Parker, CO 80134 Category: Retail Ribbon CuVng: 3/3/2015
Metlife Auto & Home Contact: Carrie Waterbury (303) 660-0252 840 Kinner St, Ste C Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Insurance Consultants www.carrie.metlife.com Ribbon CuVng: 3/10/2015
Canyon Fitness Contact: Jamie Smith (720) 600-9801 158 Caprice Court, Ste. B Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Gym (Main), Crossfit, Fitness Studio www.canyon-fitness.com Ribbon CuVng: 4/7/2015
Origami Owl Custom Jewelry Contact: Lynlee Scileppi (303) 915-7278 Castle Rock, CO Category: Jewelry – Bridal & Custom www.designyourlove.origamiowl.com Ribbon cuVng: 4/30/2015
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Chamber to offer members a free package of training valued at $2,500.
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Ribbon Cuttings, Celebrate Your Success EnVitality Wellness Center Contact: Dr. Jacqueline Berens (303) 668-2103 4760 Castleton Way Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Chiropractors www.envitalitywellness.com Ribbon CuVng: 4/14/2015
Rocky Mountain Hormone & Weight Loss Clinic Contact: Tangi Terry (720) 476-3366 6950 E. Belleview Ave, Suite 102 Greenwood Village, CO 80111 Category: Hormone & Weight Loss Therapy www.rockymountainweightlossclinic.com Ribbon CuVng: 4/21/2015 Simply Organized Castle Rock Contact: Lindsay Sherrill (303) 910-5344 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Professional Organizer www.simplyorganizedcastlerock.com Ribbon CuVng: 4/28/2015
Back in Love Consignments Contact: Anne e Pederson (303) 663-6384 611 Wilcox Street Suite C Castle Rock, CO, 80104 Category: Consignment Store Ribbon CuVng: 4/30/2015
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Welcome To Our New Members American Cancer Society Contact: Stacy Reavis (719) 630-4967 1445 N. Union Blvd. Colorado Springs, CO 80909 Category: Non-profit, Health & Wellness www.relayforlife.org/castlerockco
Holiday Inn Express and Suites Contact: Jackie Linderman (303) 688-0888 610 Genoa Way Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Hotels www.holidayinnexpress.com
Canyon Fitness Contact: Jamie Smith (720) 600-9801 158 Caprice Court, Ste. B Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Gym (Main), Crossfit, Fitness Studio www.canyon-fitness.com
Johnston ConstrucAon Contact: Ma hew Johnston (720) 480-2062 Castle Rock, CO Category: Construc)on www.johnstonbuilds.com Light Bulb Division Contact: Max Brooks (303) 835-9190 10200 E Girard Ave Suite B-233 Denver, CO 80231 Category: Online Marke)ng (Main), Marke)ng, Web Developer www.lightbulbdivision.com
Cat Specialist Contact: Jennifer Lavallee (303) 663-2287 612 Atchison Way Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Veterinarians (Main), Pet Boarding www.catspecialist.com Complete Business Systems Contact: Herbert Margz (303) 467-9080 5195 Marshall Street Arvada, CO 80002 Category: Business Services www.completebusinessystems.com
MetLife Auto & Home Contact: Carrie Waterbury (303) 660-0252 840 Kinner St, Ste C Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Insurance, Insurance – Consultant www.carrie.metlife.com
Dancing Dawgz Contact: Steve Evans (720) 351-3515 610 Jerry Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Food Truck www.DancingDawgzBBQ.com
Plum Creek Golf Club Contact: Mike Benne (303) 660-2200 331 Players Club Dr. Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Banquet Facili)es, Golf Courses, Recrea)onal Ac)vi)es www.golfplumcreek.com
Developmental Pathways Contact: Melanie Worley (303) 360-6600 325 Inverness Drive South Englewood, CO 80112 Category: Human Services, Non-Profit www.developmentalpathways.org
RMG - Rocky Mountain Group Contact: Patricia Parish (719) 203-3359 19375 Beacon Lite Rd Monument, CO 80132 Category: Development - Land (Main), Engineering www.rmg-engineers.com
Front Range HVAC, LLC Contact: Jeremy Adams (303) 942 1372 Castle Rock, CO 80108 Category: Contractors - HVAC, Hea)ng & Air Condi)oning www.frontrangehvac.com
Robert Michael Gems & Jewelry, LLC Contact: Robert Michael Berry (303) 638-5000 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Jewelry - Fine (Main) www.robertmichaelgems.com
Golf Club at Bear Dance, The Contact: Mike Benne (303) 681-4653 6630 Bear Dance Dr. Larkspur, CO 80118 Category: Golf Courses (Main), Weddings www.beardancegolf.com
Seven Stones at ChaLield Contact: Steve Hawley (303) 717-7117 1551 Wild Rose Court Golden, CO 80403 Category: Special Events (Main), Human Services www.discoversevenstones.com
Hide In Plain Sight Contact: Joe Roos (720) 288-3016 Highlands Ranch, CO Category: Non-profit Business V oice New sletter ~ May/J une 2 015 ~
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Business of the Month—Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C.
Pam Ridler, Chamber President/CEO proudly presents the Business of the Month award to John Kokish as Staff and Chamber Ambassadors show their support.
The Castle Rock Chamber honors Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C. as our April Business of the Month recipient. They have been members for more than eighteen years. Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C. is a Castle Rock based law firm comprised of five highly experienced a orneys all of whom specialize in certain areas of the law. Essen%ally, the firm prac%ces in the areas of family law, estate planning, real estate and business with some overlap in the misdemeanor criminal field. Rebecca Goldmanis and Dawn Rodgers specialize in family law areas and work in the fields of divorce, child custody and support, maintenance/ alimony, property division and domes%c violence. Both Ms. Goldmanis and Ms. Rodgers are former deputy district a orneys experienced in the domes%c violence arena. Ms. Rodgers also handles misdemeanor issues. Bernard Greenberg and Wendy Monteith focus on estate planning, i.e., wills, trusts, probate ma ers and elder law. Both are well versed in these areas, Mr. Greenberg having 35 years of specializa%on in those areas. Ms. Monteith also handles much of the firm’s civil li%ga%on prac%ce. John Kokish, who moved his prac%ce from Denver to Castle Rock 36 years ago, handles real estate and business issues. Real estate includes purchase and sale of property, easement issues, HOA disputes, zoning ma ers and landlord/tenant. The business area includes crea%on of limited liability companies, sub-chapter S and other en%ty forma%ons as well as purchase and sale of businesses and partnership disputes.
TESTIMONIALS NEEDED! The Chamber is reques%ng member tes%monials to add to our website. Tell us what you think about the Chamber! How are we doing, what do you love about the Chamber? If selected, your tes%monial will be featured on our website and will include your headshot, member quote along with your business informa%on with your website link. Send tes%monials to Alicia Early by email at Alicia@castlerock.org or call 303.688.4597 with ques%ons!
Thank You to Our Caterer of the Month
The firm has consistently received an AV ra%ng from Mar%ndaleHubbell, a peer review system that rates a orneys based on evalua%ons by fellow a orneys and judges. While Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C. believes se lement is the most efficient and civilized way of resolving disputes, its a orneys will, if necessary, take aggressive ac%on in court. The a orneys are supported by a highly experienced staff including Brenda Younger who works in family law with Ms. Goldmanis and Ms. Rodgers, Sharon NordentoZ who works in all the other fields with John Kokish, Bernard Greenberg and Wendy Monteith and Sue Antaky who manages the office. The firm’s a orneys are ac%vely involved in community affairs and have received numerous awards for their par%cipa%on. Most of the firm’s clients come from Douglas, Elbert and Arapahoe coun%es and the south Denver metropolitan area. For more informa%on about Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C. call (303) 688-3535 or visit their website at: www.kga ys.com. CongratulaAons from the Castle Rock Chamber for being recognized as an outstanding business! 21
Rory's Custom Catering Owner/Chef: Jeff Holland Phone: 720-612-2918 Email: jeff@roryscatering.com www.RorysCatering.com
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Chamber Programs Overview Affinity Programs Are You Taking Advantage of our Money Saving Programs? Office Depot Program: Members save approximately 15% to 25% annually on their office supplies! To receive your Na%onal Program Office Depot card, please call the Chamber at 303-6884597 or email Sonia@CastleRock.org. Comcast Business Class: Chamber members can save on internet Service and Voice service! For more info, contact Comcast Business Class at 303-7208090. Visit www.castlerock.org/ affinityprogram.htm or contact Alicia@castlerock.org for more informa%on.
Ambassador Program The Ambassadors are an all-volunteer organiza%on comprised of approximately 20 Chamber member firms who serve as the public rela%ons and reten%on arm of the Chamber. The Ambassadors provide understanding and confidence in the Castle Rock Chamber among our businesses. As highly visible and pres%gious volunteers, the Ambassadors serve as the Chamber’s primary liaison to Castle Rock Chamber members and play an essen%al role in membership reten%on, recruitment, anniversary calls, ribbon cuVngs, conveying member needs and/or concerns to Chamber Staff and garnering support for the Chamber. ~Melanie Calhoun – Chairperson, www.castlerock.org/ambassadors.htm or contact Alicia@castlerock.org.
Business After Hours & Business Over Breakfast To assist our members in developing business rela%onships the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce offers many networking events throughout the year. There are monthly Business AZer Hours, Business Over Breakfast and Member Orienta%ons. Visit: www.castlerock.org/bah.htm or contact Alicia@castlerock.org for more informa%on.
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Castle Rock Economic Gardeners (CREG) To provide small business owners with the resources used by best-in-class firms, thereby enhancing their compe%%veness in the local, state and global marketplace. CREG is a group of dedicated business leaders who act as mentors and offer li le to no cost business intelligence to both start-ups and established businesses in Castle Rock. ~Mike Tafoya, Portocol Business Strategies –Chairman, www.CastleRockEG.com or contact Judy@castlerock.org for more informa%on.
Community Marketing Committee To promote Castle Rock ameni%es to residents and visitors and to create a network of support, collabora%on and partnerships amount the Castle Rock hospitality, recrea%on, entertainment and des%na%on service provider. Contact Melissa @MMares@castlerock.org For more informa%on.
Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) Is a united effort of the Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Lone Tree, Parker and Highlands Ranch Chambers of Commerce, South Metro Denver Chamber, along with the Northwest Douglas and Castle Rock Economic Development Councils, to form a legisla%ve coali%on to lead and influence regional, state and federal policy, legisla%on and regula%ons. The primary focus of the DCBA is to create a posi%ve business climate for the future of Douglas County businesses. ~Frank Gray, EDC Chairman ~Pam Ridle r, Pam@castlerock.org or www.douglascountybusinessalliance.com/
Douglas County Young Professionals The Douglas County Young Professionals group is intended for young professionals aged 21 - 40, who live or work in the Castle Rock community. DCYP offers great networking opportuni%es to help build your business prac%ce, gain las%ng friendships, and have fun at the same %me! Our Mission is to build a network 24
of young professionals who support each other and provide a voice in the community, with an emphasis on social ac%vi%es and community involvement. ~Golden Goodwin, goSocial Douglas County -Chairman, www.castlerock.org/dcyp.htm or contact: John@castlerock.org.
Government Issues Committee (GIC) To be a proac%ve voice and advocate for the business community regarding governmental issues; promo%ng economic interests which contribute to the quality of life of Castle Rock; and facilitates communica%on between local government and the business community. ~DJ Tedesco, Castle Rock Bank Chairman, or Pam@CastleRock.org for more informa%on.
Leadership Douglas County (LDC) Leadership Douglas County (LDC) provides the opportunity for par%cipants to broaden their knowledge of the community while enhancing their leadership skills. The program brings diverse people together to learn from each other, creates an expecta%on of servant leadership, and builds in real opportuni%es to teach knowledge and skills. Contact Carrie Buchan at info@leadershipdouglascounty.com for more informa%on or www.LeadershipDouglasCounty.com
Networking/Leads Groups The Castle Rock Chambers Leads Groups are organiza%ons of business professionals that have the desire to improve their income by forming rela%onships with other Chamber members for the purpose of exchanging direct client referrals and leads. www.castlerock.org/ networking.htm.
Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) Funded students included:
MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS REC EIVE FUNDING FROM INVESTORS •
Douglas County Young Entrepreneurs are Awarded Funding to Launch Startups
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On, Tuesday, March 31, student entrepreneurs took to the stage to present their business plans before a panel of local leaders of industry and a public audience. The students were dressed as young professionals, ar%culated the vision for their enterprises and really wowed the crowd!
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Nine students in grades 7 through 12, represen%ng businesses from the Douglas County Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!), each had six minutes to pitch their business plans to prominent local members of the business community during the program’s annual YEA! Investor Panel Event (think Shark Tank meets The Appren%ce meets American Idol!). Based on the appeal and merit of the students’ plans and presenta%ons, representa%ves from local companies determined the amount of funds to allocate to each business, awarding more than $7,000 in funding and prizes!
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Catalin Varela, $1100, The Smile in You—magazine to build self-esteem for teen girls Noah Crowley, $450, Sir Box-A-Lot—e-commerce marketplace for subscrip%on box services Elly Evans, $250, Perfect Pet Products –a recordable, water resistant pet tag Sharada Ramesh, $550, Timeless Impressions –Decora%ve alphabet %les for home décor. Sousheel Vunnam, $500, Scrimmage –sports meet-up app Mike Ezell, $950, Knockout Mesh – specially formulated wax lacrosse mesh for Colorado climate Brenden Coney, $1400, ElevaAon CreaAons – handcraZed wooden cuVng boards, wine and kitchen accessories. Sanskaar Saxena, $600, Don't Trash Get Cash –re-seller of smart phones Nadja Brown, $1100, Future ScienAst Academy – science camps for 7-12 graders
The Investor Panel was comprised of prominent local business people, including Investor Level sponsor Woody Pastorius of mywedding.com, along with Trudi Eisenhour (ConneXion Spot) and Sco Mace (Sears Hometown Store of Parker) who represented a number of Castle Rock Chamber YEA! business sponsors: Pepsi Beverage Company, Arapahoe Community College, Bartolf Wealth Management, Castle Rock Bank, Douglas County Libraries, IREA, Sky Ridge Medical Center, Douglas County School District, Castle View High School, NyTech, Town of Castle Rock and Sam’s Club.
The par%cipa%ng investors also selected one business group as the overall winner of the evening: The Smile in You, with CEO Catalin Varela leading this self-esteem publica%on for girls. Varela will advance to the Young Entrepreneurs Academy Western Regional Saunders Scholars compe%%on in Phoenix, Arizona in May, where she will compete with other local winners for sponsorship dollars in college scholarships, a fasttrack applica%on pass to apply to be on ABC’s Shark Tank, and an all-expenses paid trip to a end America’s Small Business Summit in Washington, DC courtesy of the United States Chamber of Commerce.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
Pictured: (L-R) Nadja Brown, Catalin Varela, Sousheel Vunnam Photo cre dit: Kris%n Varela -Schild
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a groundbreaking and exciAng year long class that transforms middle and 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. Founded in 2004 at the University of Rochester with support from the Kauffman FoundaAon, and brought to the State of Colorado in 2012 by the Castle Rock Chamber and a grant from the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, the Young Entrepreneurs Academy today serves thousands of students in communiAes across America. For more informaAon about the Young Entrepreneurs Academy, please call 720.440.3726 or visit www.YEADC.com 25
Developing Leaders in Douglas County—Class Topic Law Enforcement “Best day yet!” Jeff Holwell, Class of 2015, City of Lone Tree On Wednesday, April 1, the Leadership Douglas County class met at the Douglas County Sheriff’s office in Castle Rock to get a first-hand look at public safety, incarcera%on and end of life issues. This was a day that exposed the class to a variety of topics and, for some, many “firsts” to be experienced. The day began with a panel and discussion with Douglas County Sheriff Tony Spurlock, Castle Rock Chief Jack Cauley, Parker Police Department’s Jim Tsurapas, and Lone Tree Police Chief Jeff Streeter. These leaders recognized the unusual, but posi%ve collabora%ons among law enforcement agencies in Douglas County. They addressed ques%ons related to the efficiencies that they experience through shared manpower, equipment and the cost benefits to all of the towns and ci%es during a %me of increasing regional growth. The morning segment included tours of the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, the jail and new expansion that includes a medical unit, and a presenta%on by Coroner Jill Romann, with a tour of the morgue. The County’s S.O.R.T. Team demonstrated a well-executed cell extrac%on of an uncoopera%ve “prisoner,” much to the awe of class members, who had posi%oned themselves in the cell for a be er view of the demonstra%on. Later in the day, exci%ng demonstra%ons were given by the K-9 Team and a sniper/officer rescue by the SWAT Team. A hands-on simula%on ac%vity, an%cipa%ng the ac%ons of poten%al criminal behavior, tested the reac%ons and reflexes of each par%cipant as they role-played a variety of situa%ons on a full-scale interac%ve video. Both challenging and fun, was the opportunity for each class member to receive one-on-one firearms training at the shoo%ng range located at the Law Enforcement Training Facility in Highlands Ranch. Some had never held or shot a gun before, so this was a new experience. The next Leadership Class is “Fire and Emergency Services Day on Wednesday, May 6, with ac%vi%es in Castle Rock and Lone Tree. If you would like to a end a class day, prior to applying to the 2015-16 program, please let us know! Leadership Douglas County is currently accep%ng applica%ons for the 2015-16 Class. The applica%on deadline is June 15th, 2015. Space is limited, so please apply now! For more informa%on on LDC or for an applica%on visit www.leadershipdoulglascounty.org. For ques%ons, please contact Carrie Buchan at info@leadershipdouglascounty.com or call 720.440.3726. Thank You To Our Generous Sponsors!
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Town & County News Boots, Chaps and Cowboy Hats Saturday, May 9—at Wiens Ranch. Join us for an evening with a live band, dancing, Dickey's BBQ, live and silent auc%on, mechanical bull rides. Read more at h p:// www.crgov.com/Calendar.aspx? EID=3402&day=30&month=5&year= 2015&calType=0 DC Proud DC Strong 5K and FesAval on May 9th - The second annual DC Proud DC Strong 5k and Fes%val will be held on May 9th at Douglas County High School from 8am-11am. Proceeds from the event registra%on will go to suicide preven%on awareness and educa%on in Douglas County. Please join us in an event to strengthen our community and bring awareness to suicide preven%on. All proceeds will go to suicide educa%on and preven%on services in Douglas County. Read more at h p://visitcastlerock.org/event/dcproud-dc-strong-5k-fes%val/? instance_id=1742 Denver Broncos Salute to Fans Tour on May 15th - Denver Broncos players, cheerleaders, Miles and Thunder will be in Downtown Castle Rock as part of their Salute to Fans Tour 2015. The John Saunders Band will be playing from 4:30 – 7:00 pm **LINE STARTS FORMING AT 4:30 PM, BRONCOS ARRIVE PROMPTLY AT 5:00 PM, BRONCOS DEPART PROMPTLY AT 6:30 PM** Face pain%ng, food trucks and community fun, Free to the community. View updates at h ps:// www.facebook.com/ events/1424027791236019/
Annual youth triathlon set for May 17—Is your kid a triathlete in the making? Have them pull on their swimsuits, dust off their bikes and lace up their sneakers. It’s %me for the Town’s annual Tri the Rock. The annual event will be Sunday, May 17, at Bu erfield Crossing Park and Pool, 3952 W. Bu erfield Crossing Drive. Read more at: h p:// www.crgov.com/civicalerts.aspx? AID=915 Memorial Weekend Band Concert Sunday, May 24—Free concert featuring patrio%c music and flag presenta%on by the American Legion at Bandstand at Philip S. Miller Library. Read more at h p:// www.crgov.com/Calendar.aspx? EID=3284&day=30&month=5&year= 2015&calType=0 Greater Castle Rock Art Guild Meet the ArAsts Gallery FundraiserFriday, May 29—The Guild is having a 'Meet the Ar%sts' recep%on where we will be auc%oning works by local ar%sts to help raise money for Art On the Edge Gallery. Read more: h p://gcrag.com/ Duck Derby & Street FesAval on June 13th - Race starts at 3:00 pm. For more info. visit: www.CRDuckyDerby.com. “Family Fun For Everyone” One of the best known and highly rated special events in Castle Rock as determined recently by a survey conducted for the Town Council. The biggest annual fund raiser for local Castle Rock Rotary Clubs. Proceeds support local Castle Rock chari%es such as the Douglas Elbert Task Force, Women’s Crisis Center and Wellspring.
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ConAnued business growth anAcipated—for Colorado in upcoming quarters, says CU-Boulder report With an increase in business filings in Colorado through the first quarter of 2015 -- including new and renewing en%%es and trade names -- employment in the state is expected to keep growing during the second and third quarters of the year, according to a University of Colorado Boulder report released today by Colorado Secretary of State Wayne Williams. The quarterly indicators report, prepared by CU-Boulder’s Business Research Division at the Leeds School of Business, uses data from the secretary of state’s central business registry. Read more at h p:// www.colorado.edu/leeds/centers/ business-research-division 2015 Downtown Events Series Saturday, June 6, 2015 – Starlight Movie Friday, July 3, 2015 – Starlight Movie (not a Saturday due to July 4th) Friday, June 19, 2015 – Car Show Registra%on Concert Saturday, June 20, 2015 – Classic Rock Cruise In Car Show Saturday, June 27, 2015 – Classic/ Black and White Movie Night (Date Night Movie) Wednesdays, July 8, 15, 22, 29, 2015 – Splash in the Park View printable calendar at www.DowntownCastleRock.com
Town & County News Kentucky Derby Fundraiser Party at Cherokee Castle & Ranch on May 2nd—What be er way to watch the First Jewel of The Triple Crown Than at The Castle? Cherokee Castle & Ranch is hos%ng the premier Kentucky Derby fundraising party in the Greater Denver area, Saturday, May 2 from 1:00 pm to 5:00 pm. Read more h p:// visitcastlerock.org/event/kentuckyderby-fundraiser-party-cherokeecastle-ranch/?instance_id=1739 Comedy for Canines on May 2nd— The Chelsea Hutchison Founda%on’s (CHF) annual gala at The Island Event Center is located in Denver, Colorado. Again this year, our theme is Comedy for Canines. The evening will include dinner, cash bar, silent and live auc%ons, great friends and some of the funniest comedy available. Funds raised at this event will provide grants for seizure-response dogs and lifesaving movement monitors for those in need. CHF is officed in Lone Tree, CO and is a member of the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, Douglas County Gives and Douglas County Dames. Read more: h p:// visitcastlerock.org/event/comedycanines/?instance_id=1741 Business Success Program Launch Party on May 7th from 4:30 pm 6:30pm. At the Fox & Hound in Lone Tree. Come join Portocol Business Strategies for the launch of their new Business Success Program, which we designed specifically for businesses in the early stages of development. There is a marked difference between businesses that succeed and those that simply get by. Portocol provides the roa d map to help businesses great and small reach their full poten%al and achieve great results. Join 100 Denver-area business professionals, from companies at all stages of development, and learn what a difference a road map for success could mean for your business. h ps:// www.facebook.com/ events/1547445208834549/ Business V oice New sletter ~ May/J une 2 015 ~
Ooey Gooey’s Humphrey will be Making a Special Appearance on Saturday May 2nd—Rise and Shine 5k for Officer Adsit. Sponsor a nd dona%on to the Adsit Family. And on Saturday May 9th—DC Strong 5k for Suicide PrevenAon. Sponsor and dona%on of sales. Stop by and enjoy one of their tasty treats and help support our community. Bike To (the) Castle Day. It’s on Friday, May 15 from 6:00pm to 10:00pm. The price is $20 and includes a viewing of the film Rise From Ashes (h?p:// licenses.tugg.com/products/risingfrom-ashes). Snacks and beverages will be served. More info at: h ps://cherokeeranch.org/ You are invited to join the Portocol Business family of clients and associates for a fun a;ernoon of golf. Friday (a;ernoon), May 22 Noon Tee Times—Plum Creek Golf Club. Portocol Business Strategies’ Golf Ou)ngs • Designed for fun & networking • Likeminded local business owners • The Portocol family of clients and associates • Let’s make these events successful • Invite other business owners and business associates The more the merrier. We look forward to some great %mes on the course and in the clubhouse. Register online at www.GolfSquid.com 11:00 am Check-in.
Victoria’s Block Party - June 6, 2015 @ 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Come Celebrate Victoria’s House and the History Behind it! www.CastleRock.org. The Subaru Elephant Rock Cycling FesAval is the unofficial start to the Colorado cycling season on Sunday June 7, 2015. The Subaru Elephant Rock start, finish, expo and party will once again take place at the Events Center at the Douglas County Fair Grounds just a half-mile south east of downtown Castle Rock. The following %mes are recommended start %mes for each course. Remember this is NOT a race, but rather just a great day for a ride. h p:// www.elephantrockride.com/ Be Sure to Stop by the Chamber’s Beer Booth and Say Hello!
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Did You Know?
Upcoming Signature Events Victoria’s Block Party—Saturday, June 6, 2015 Jerry Street in Downtown Castle Rock www.CastleRock.org
As part of your membership with the Castle Rock Chamber, all members are eligible to contribute to our Business Voice Newsle er in the “Members in the News sec%on. Submit all press releases or company announcements to the newsle er Editor, Melissa Mares via email to mmares@castlerock.org by the 15th of the month. Take advantage of this opportunity to reach fellow chamber members. *Some Restric)ons apply.
Chamber Golf Tournament—Monday, June 22, 2015 Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course www.CastleRock.org
CHAMBER’S ONLINE MEMBERS DIRECTORY STATISTICS MAR—APRIL TOTAL VIEWS 14,198
Castle Rock WineFest—Saturday, July 18, 2015 The Grange in the Meadows www.CastleRockWineFest.com
TRAFFIC COUNTS FEB 15—APRIL 30 PHONE CALLS 1442 WALK INS 2219
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