"Get Connected to the Region’s Best Business Network"
SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955
Ci1zen of the Year Aaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile P.C.
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Small Business Person of the Year Greg Boman The Emporium
REPRESENTING 26,062 MEMBER EMPLOYEES
Business Person of the Year DJ Tedesco Castle Rock Bank
Ping Lee Jung Volunteer of the Year Melanie Calhoun ReMax Alliance Calhoun Team
And the Winners are... Castle Rock Chamber Chairwoman Elyse McNulty, Kaiser Permanente passed the gavel to the 61st Chairman of the Board, John Manka, 1 Stop Tire & Auto at the 2016 Castle Rock Chamber’s 007 Casino Royale themed Annual Banquet on April 29th. Award winners were announced at this fes1ve event which featured many of Castle Rock and Douglas County’s leadership. The an1cipated awards for the evening, the Business Person of the Year brought the audience to their feet as DJ Tedesco, President of Castle Rock Bank accepted his award. Tedesco, in his unassuming style, acknowledged he was humbled to be among those who had won before him and his fellow nominees who in his words “were worthy of this award”. These Best of the Best nominees and winners were announced and showcased Registration Now Open, Pg. 7 Ar cle Con nues Pg. 5
Tee It Up Fore A Good Time at the Chamber’s Golf Tournament.
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MAY/JUNE 2016
Ambassador of the Year Joe Blakely Kaiser Permanente
In this Issue Chairwoman’s Farewell P. 2 Board of Directors Announced P. 4 Candidate Forum P. 7 104 Initiative P. 10 Networking Events P. 11 Let’s Golf P. 12 Business Trainings P. 13 Chamber Job Board P. 13 Creating a Sustainable Town P. 20
Farewell From Our Chairwoman Dear Castle Rock Chamber Members As I write this le:er, I feel the need to repeat what my predecessors opened their final le:ers with; the Chamber’s Mission: To support and promote member businesses, be a business voice in government se?ngs, and foster a livable community with posi1ve growth. Serving on the Chamber Board of Directors since 2012, with the last year serving as Chair of the Board, has been an amazing privilege and opportunity. The privilege is serving the Castle Rock Businesses and Community and the opportunity has been the wonderful people I have met and come to know.
Elyse McNulty 2015-2016 Board of Directors Chairwoman Kaiser Permanente
I look forward to the con1nued privilege of working with Pam Ridler and her excep1onal staff as the incoming Chairman, John Manka, leads us in to another fantas1c year. Without Pam and her Staff, none of the events, educa1onal and community services, commi:ees, etc. would exist. They certainly could con1nue on with different people, but they would not have the Team’s special brand, dedica1on and enthusiasm brought to each and everything they touch. Their standard of excellence is no1ced by all. I have go:en to know John Manka on the Board of Directors, and this past year on the Execu1ve Commi:ee, and I am so excited to see what he will bring to this role. His years of experience in the Castle Rock Community will con1nue to make him a shining star. Best wishes, John! I would like to extend a special thank you to the Chamber members serving 1relessly on the board, commi:ees, and task forces. My kudos goes out to our Ambassadors represen1ng our wonderful business community, as well as all those who volunteer and contribute in so many other ways. I look forward to seeing all of you at upcoming events. A sincere thank you to Pam, Alicia, John, Melissa, Sue, Judy, Sonia and Angela for always making me feel so supported. This past year has been one of the top highlights of my life. With all my best, Elyse McNulty
Registra on Now Open! Chamber’s Golf Extravaganza Monday, June 13th 2 PM Shotgun Start Plum Creek Golf Course
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TESTIMONIALS NEEDED! The Chamber is reques1ng member tes1monials to add to our website and printed publica1ons. Share a tes1monial and get FREE exposure for your business. It’s Fast & Easy! Tell us what you think about the Chamber! How are we doing, why you joined, what do you love about the Chamber...If selected, your tes1monial will be featured on our website and will include your headshot, member quote along with your business informa1on and your website link. Send tes1monials to Melissa Mares at Melissa@castlerock.org or call 303.688.4597 for more informa1on!
Castle Rock Chamber Staff
2016-17 Board of Directors
Pam Ridler President & CEO Pam@castlerock.org
Executive Committee John Manka, Chairman 1 Stop Tire & Auto
Melissa Mares Director of Communications Melissa@castlerock.org
Bernie Greenberg, Chair-Elect Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C.
Sue Turner Alicia Early Membership Development Director Office Administrator Sue@castlerock.org Alicia@castlerock.org John Woodrick Event Manager John@castlerock.org Sonia Waugh Visitor Center Coordinator Sonia@castlerock.org Angela Murray Membership Services Coordinator Angela@castlerock.org
Carrie Buchan Program Manager: Leadership Douglas County (LDC), Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) CLBuchan.co@gmail.com Judy Woodley Business Training Coordinator Judy@castlerock.org
David Zwerenz, Treasurer Firstbank of Douglas County Aaron Fort, Treasure-Elect Fort & Company CPA’s Elyse McNulty, Immediate Past Chairwoman Kaiser Permanente Directors Aaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. Todd Folkenberg Castle Rock Adventist Hospital Jill Garber Arapahoe Community College Brock Goodwin Mutual of Omaha Nadine Kirk RE/MAX Alliance– The Kirk Team Mark Michael Versatility Creative Group Andrea Nyquist Outlets at Castle Rock Michelle Peck TMMC Property Management
Support and promote member businesses
Igni ng Passion for Business Success and Community Prosperity
Be a ‘voice” to government Foster a livable community With posi ve growth
Accountability Innova on Respect Teamwork Rela onships Diversity
Julie Voorhees Keller Williams Action Realty Linda Watson-Kolstad Sky Ridge 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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Castle Rock Chamber Announces 2016-17 Board of Directors
Front Row: L-R
Back Row: L-R
Back Row Continue: L-R
Pam Ridler, President/CEO Chamber
Mark Michael Versatility Creative Group
Nadine Kirk RE/MAX Alliance
Julie Voorhees Keller Williams Action Realty
Linda Watson-Kolstad Sky Ridge Medical Center
Bernie Greenberg Kokish & Goldmanis, P.C.
Jill Garber Arapahoe Community College
David Zwerenz, Treasurer Firstbank of Douglas County
Not Pictured:
Elyse McNulty, Immediate Past Chair Kaiser Permanente
Mayor Paul Donahue Town of Castle Rock
Michelle Peck TMMC Property Management
Brock Goodwin Mutual of Omaha Tom Waymire Castle Rock Bank Aaron Fort, Treasure-Elect Fort & Company CPA’s Aaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. John Manka, Chairman 1 Stop Tire & Auto
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Todd Folkenberg Castle Rock Adventist Hospital Andrea Nyquist Outlets at Castle Rock Frank Gray, President/CEO Castle Rock EDC Sally Misare, Town Clerk Town of Castle Rock Photo Courtesy of:
And the Winners Are continued These Best of the Best nominees and winners were announced and showcased in a video presenta1on created courtesy of Versa1lity Crea1ve Group. The Ci1zen of the Year award went to Aaron Barrick, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile PC; Ping Lee Jung Volunteer of the Year award recipient, Melanie Calhoun, Re/Max Alliance-The Calhoun Team; Ambassador of the Year award was presented to Joe Blakely, Kaiser Permanente; Castle Rock Advocate was awarded to Police Chief Tony Lane, posthumously and accep1ng the award was Tony’s wife Lynn Lane and his children. A new award added this year was the Small Business of the Year which recognizes a business owner whose contribu1on to the community through their involvement in community projects, organiza1onal affilia1ons and business growth was given to Greg Boman—The Emporium. A table decora1ng contest for the coveted traveling trophy is a popular feature of the evening fun. The 007 theme allowed imagina1ons to flourish as table sponsors were featured. The winning table was awarded to Re/Max Alliance-The Calhoun Team. AOer the awards, the fun con1nued throughout the evening with auc1ons, gaming tables and dancing. View photos from the event at h:ps://www.flickr.com/photos/castlerockchamber/albums
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Chairmans Circle Sponsors
President’s Level
Execu1ve Level
Entrepreneur Level
Premier Level 212 Pizza Company
Colorado Chris an University
Al tude SEO
gopixel design studios
Plumbline Services, Inc.
GroovyTek
Pure Water Solu ons
Kaiser Permanente
Rangewood Orthodon cs
mywedding.com
Renewal By Andersen
Nytech Hea ng & Cooling
Smith & Willis Hea ng & Air Condi oning
ConneXion Spot Arapahoe Community College
Douglas County Libraries
Asarch Dermatology Center
Emporium, The Firstbank of Douglas County
Burger King Chuck & Don's Pet Food Supplies
Olinger-Dignity Memorial Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C.
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Tractor Supply Company One Clear Choice Garage Doors
Candidate Forum—June 3rd DCBA, founded by the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce is a coali1on of business organiza1ons with a mission to provide a single voice for the Douglas County business community. Key issues to DCBA members include transporta1on, water, business-friendly public policy, educa1on, tax policy and sustainable development. Join the Douglas County Business Alliance for Candidate Forum Featuring candidates for DCBA State Legisla ve Races and Douglas County Commissioners on June 3rd.
Please Join us for the
DCBA 2016 Candidate Forum Friday, June 3rd Time: 7:30 am—10 am PS Miller Library 100 S. Wilcox, Castle Rock RSVP: jvanderberg@capstonegroupllc.com
The Douglas County Business Alliance: Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, Castle Rock EDC, Highlands Ranch Chamber of Commerce, Lone Tree Chamber of Commerce, Northwest Douglas County EDC, Parker Chamber of Commerce and South Metro Denver Chamber of Commerce Learn more at: h:p://douglascountybusinessalliance.com/
Monday, June 13th 2 PM Shotgun Start Register at CastleRock.org DJ Tedesco Castle Rock Bank
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Calendar of Events— Monday 2nd YEA! Gradua1on (ConneXion Spot) @ 7:00 pm Tuesday 3rd Government Issues Commi:ee (Chamber) @7:30am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Wednesday 4th Leadership Douglas County Class (C.R. Fire Dep,) @7:30am5:00 pm Leads Referral (Castle Café) @11:30 am Thursday 5th Biz Builder Lunch & Learn-Know your Marketplace: Add Customers with Targeted Marke ng (Chamber) @ 11:00am- 1:00pm Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Ribbon Cu?ng (Sew Ciety) @ 4:00 pm Friday 6th Ribbon Cu?ng (Premier Financial Wealth Management) @ 3:30 pm Tuesday 10th Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @7:30 am Leads Plus! (Fowl Line) @11:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Castle Rock Economic Partnership (EDC) @ 3:00 pm Ribbon Cu?ng (Vista Vino Modern Grill) @ 4:00 pm Wednesday 11th Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) BOD Mtg (Developmental Pathways) @ 7:30 -9:00 am Ambassador Execu1ve Mee1ng (Chamber) @ 11:00 am Ambassador Mee1ng (Chamber) @ Noon
Wednesday 25th Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) BOD mee1ng (Developmental Pathways) @7:30am Business of the Month (Castle Rock Orthodon1cs) @ 9:00 am DCYP - The Art of Communica1on – Learning the techniques that apply in today’s business world - Mary Anne Li:ler (Chamber) @ 11:30am-1:00pm Thursday 26th Member Orienta1on (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Board of Directors mee1ng (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm eXcelerate Business Development mee1ng (Chamber) @ 1:15 pm Tuesday 31st Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm
Thursday 12th Business over Breakfast (ANB Bank) @ 7:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Ribbon Cu?ng (Bellco Credit Union) @ 4:00 pm Monday 16th Leadership Douglas County Alumni (LDCA) Board Mee1ng (Lone Tree Civic Center) @ 1:00 pm-3:00pm Tuesday 17th Government Issues Commi:ee (Chamber) @7:30am Third Tech Tuesday – Build your Authority Online (Chamber) @ 9:30am – 11:00am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Ribbon Cu?ng (Castle Rock Dental Health) @ 4:00 pm Wednesday 18th Leadership Douglas County (LDC) Steering Commi:ee (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Leads Referral (Castle Café) @11:30 am Business AOer Hours – C.R. Development Company (The Grange) @ 5:00 pm
*Events are subject to change, view online calendar for up to date list of events. h:p://business.castlerock.org/events
June 29th 11:30 AM to 1 PM Plum Creek Golf Club Topic: Recent Growth in Castle Rock
Thursday 19th Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm
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Tuesday 24th Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @7:30 am Leads Plus! (Fowl Line) @11:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Southern Colorado Business Partnership–(Colorado Springs) @ 2:00 pm
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Calendar of Events – Wednesday 1st Leadership Douglas County (LDC) – Arts/Culture/Media Day & Gradua1on (PS Miller Millhouse) @ 7:30am–5:00pm Leads Referral (Castle Café) @11:30 am Thursday 2nd Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Ribbon Cu?ng (Goodwill) @ 12:00 n Friday 3rd Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) Candidate Forum (DC Library) @ 7:30 am-9:30am Saturday 4th Subaru EROCK Sunrise/Sunset Bike Race (Philip S. Miller Park)
Wednesday 22nd Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) Board Mee1ng (Developmental Pathways) @7:30am Business of the Month (TBD) @ 9:00am
Sunday 5th Subaru Elephant Rock Cycling Fest (Douglas County Fairgrounds)
Thursday 23rd Board of Directors mee1ng (Chamber) @11:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm eXcelerate Business Program mee1ng (Chamber) @ 1:15 pm
Tuesday 7th Government Issues Commi:ee (GIC) (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm
Tuesday 28th Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @7:30 am Leads Plus! (Fowl Line) @11:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm So.Colorado Business Partnership (Co.Springs) @ 2:00pm
Wednesday 8th Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) Board Mee1ng (Developmental Pathways) @7:30am Ambassador Exec. Mee1ng (Chamber) @ 11:00am Ambassador Mee1ng (Chamber) @12:00 pm
Wednesday 29th Horizon Luncheon Series–IREA (Plum Creek Golf) @11:30 am
Thursday 9th Biz Builder Lunch N Learn – How to Network (Chamber) @ 11:30 am-1:00pm Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm
Thursday 30th Member Orienta1on (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm
Monday 13th Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament (Plum Creek Golf Course) @ 2:00 pm shotgun start
*Events are subject to change, view online calendar for up to date list of events. h:p://business.castlerock.org/events
Tuesday 14th Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) Board Mee1ng (Developmental Pathways) @7:30am Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @7:30 am Leads Plus! (Fowl Line) @11:30 am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Castle Rock Economic Partnership-CREP (EDC) @ 3:00 pm Wednesday 15th Leadership Douglas County (LDC) Steering Commi:ee Mee1ng (Chamber) @7:30 am Community Leadership Mee1ng (Chamber) @11:30 am Leads Referral (Castle Café) @11:30 am Business AOer Hours (Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile PC) @ 5:00 pm Thursday 16th Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm Monday 20th Leadership Douglas County Alumni (LDCA) Board Mee1ng (Lone Tree Civic Ctr) @ 1:00pm
Chamber’s Golf Tournament June 13th Plum Creek Golf Course
Tuesday 21st Government Issues Commi:ee (GIC) (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Third Tech Tuesday – Using Linkedin for Lead Genera1on: Intermediate Users (Chamber) @ 9:30am-11:00am Free Business Consulta1ons (Chamber) @ 10-Noon & 2-4 pm
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Young Professionals Event—May 25th The Art of Communica on, Learning the Techniques that apply in today’s business world May 25, 2016 Time: 11:30 AM to 1 PM Castle Rock Chamber Register at: h:p://business.castlerock.org/events/details/the-art-of-communica1onlearning-the-techniques-that-apply-in-today-s-business-world-2630 Mary Ann, an accomplished Senior Execu1ve with an extensive background in business – large, small, global and domes1c – startup and mature, is the CEO of Peak To Peak Business Strategies, LLC . She is also part of the global Focal Point Coaching family.
Mary Ann LiHler President and CEO Business Coach with Focal Point Coaching, Consultant and Speaker
Her company specializes in Business Coaching with proven materials from Brian Tracy and her own experiences during her career. Clients enjoy 1:1 coaching, group coaching, seminars and workshops. VALUE FOR YOU • Increase in Sales and Profits • Improve Team Building and Produc1vity • Gain Effec1ve Communica1on Skills • Learn Proven Leadership Techniques • Gain Clarity as to Your Business Vision • Balance Your Time for You, Your Business and Your Family Whether you're an intern just star1ng 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 op1ons, contempla1ng 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 informa1on or ques1ons.
The 104 Initiative aims to strengthen our local economy, Get Involved The Castle Rock 104 Ini1a1ve was developed and launched to grow local start-up and stage II companies to drive primary employment in Castle Rock. Support for growth will be provided by establishing three ac1ve pillars centering on coworking, financial support, and innova1ve educa1on. Did You Know? ⇒ 2nd Stage Companies make up 10% of the total companies but account for 40% of new job growth. This is the second fastest growing industry in the state. ⇒ Colorado is the number one state for home based workers in the US (6.9%) vs the average (4.4%). ⇒ Home based workers make up 11% of Douglas County’s workforce with an average income of $74,000 and growing. ⇒ 60% of the home based workers are under 45 year old and younger people are choosing home based working alterna1ves.
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As Castle Rock con1nues to grow as a dis1nc1ve stand alone community it has become clear that crea1ng a diverse economic environment centered around local organic job growth is cri1cal to long term success by taking advantage of the community's compe11ve assets. Get Involved • Become a Mentor • Become an Investor • Become an Analyst • Become an Advocate Partners Include: Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, Castle Rock Economic Development, Connexion Spot and Rockies Venture Club. For more informa1on visit the104ini a ve.com.
Upcoming Chamber Engagement Events—Save The Dates!
over Thursday, May 12 7:30 AM to 9 AM
Wednesday, May 18 5 PM to 7 PM
Castle Rock Development Company
3851 Sol Danza Dr. Castle Rock, CO 80109
The Grange at The Meadows in Historic Castle Rock
3962 Meadows Boulevard Castle Rock, CO 80109 June’s Business AOer Hours
By aHending our networking events you will: 1. Increase Your Visibility 2. Expand Your Professional connec ons 3. Find Referrals 4. Create Strategic Partnerships 5. Socialize
Wednesday, June 15 5 PM to 7 PM
Business Over Breakfast Events Fees: Free to all members Guests/Non Members must RSVP to Alicia@castlerock.org. Business AOer Hour Event Fees : Community Connec1on: $10 per person Networking level: 1 Pass per person Free to Ascent Level Members/above
18 S. Wilcox St. #200 Castle Rock, CO 80104
Guests/Non Members must RSVP to Alicia@CastleRock.org.
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Save the Date—Chamber Golf Tournament Extravaganza It’s Time to….
Meet With One Of Our Business Counselors Today!
Chamber Offers Free Business Counseling Free Business Counseling For All
Do you have questions about… • • • • • •
Starting a business? Developing your business plan? Marketing and sales planning? Accounting or tax advice? Securing financing? Managing your growth?
“There have been several times in growing my business that I needed someone to work through difficult issues with me — most intensively in the start-up phase of course. The counselor at the Chamber was so helpful and knowledgeable. I can’t believe this program is free and so easy to use.” Meet with an experienced business consultant, an expert on helping businesses grow and thrive.
~Greg Boman, The Emporium 2016 Small Business Person of the Year Business Voice Newsletter ~ May/June 2016
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Local and confidential! Schedule your appointment at www.castlerock.org.
Business Trainings, Grow Your Business Know your Marketplace: Add Customers with Targeted Marke ng Thursday, May 5, 2016 11 AM to 1 PM Castle Rock Chamber Register Now! Class led by: Patricia Van Eysden & Colbe Galston, Douglas County Library How focused are your marke1ng eorts? Come learn how to research new markets, discover your ideal customer and create targeted marke1ng lists using free Douglas County Library resources. This presenta1on is geared to marke1ng departments and small business owners. We will illustrate how to deďŹ ne a target market and use the library tools through several real-life examples.
During the last half hour, personalized service will be provided to a:endees. Register at h:p://business.castlerock.org/events/details/bizbuilder-lunch-learn-know-your-marketplace-addcustomers-with-targeted-marke1ng-2618
Networking Tips & Tricks Thursday, June 9, 2016 11 AM to 1 PM Castle Rock Chamber Register Now! 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! Please join us for an informal discussion about ge?ng 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 produc1ve, less stressful and maybe even fun. The facilitators, Brock Goodwin and John Manka, will organize the discussion around preparing for the networking event, working the event, and following up aOer the event. They will share some great concepts and 1ps. Read more and Register at h:p://business.castlerock.org/events/details/bizbuilder-lunch-learn-how-to-network-2628 13
Chamber Anniversaries—Congratulations! Company Name Medved Autoplex Castle Rock Waste Management Arapahoe/Douglas Works! Gabriel's Restaurant Village Inn Pancake House Gene's Muffler & Auto Service Autobahn Autobody, Inc. AreaNewsle:ers Castle Rental, Inc. PRO Plumbing Service Insurance Town and Country BreakThroughs, Inc. FirstBank of Douglas County Sky Cliff Center Brookside Inn BEST WESTERN PLUS Castle Rock Douglas Land Conservancy Faith Lutheran Church Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care Links at Plum Creek, The Stucy Realty Company Dumb Friends League- Buddy Center Numerical Control Consultants, Inc. Heard Financial Solu1ons Echo Ridge at Metzler Ranch Mutual of Omaha - Brock Goodwin RE/MAX Alliance - The Kirk Team Edward Kraemer & Sons, Inc. FASTFRAME of Greenwood Village Bruce L. Fosdick, CPA, PC Castle Rock Orthodon1cs Castle Rock Adven1st Health Campus San1ago's Mexican Restaurant Union - An American Bistro Castle Rock Bank at Castle Pines Pepsi Co. Plum Creek Community Church Liberty Mutual Insurance - Kent Underwood Peak View Dental, P.L.L.C. Castle Oaks Covenant Church Nixon and Company Salon & Bou1que Douglas County Community Founda1on CertaPro Painters of Castle Rock Denver Marrio: South at Park Meadows Founders Family Medical Center & Urgent Care Elements Therapeu1c Massage DCF Guns
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Company Name Number of Years Guaranty Bank & Trust Co. 5 RE/MAX Alliance - Calhoun Team 5 Perry Park Country Club 5 Remote Bookkeeper, LLC 5 Employer Essen1als, Inc. 4 World Pest Control, Inc of Colorado 4 Any1me Fitness 4 Lincoln Meadows Senior Living 4 Meadows Family Eye Care, The 3 Sbarra Construc1on West, Inc. 3 Cold Stone Creamery 3 Einstein Brothers Bagels 3 Mirage Dental Associates 3 Implant and Oral Surgery of Colorado 3 Lowe's Home Improvement 3 Renewal by Andersen 3 Meadows Orthodon1cs 3 3T Ranch LLC 2 Payroll Vault 2 Dairy Queen 2 Ward Alterna1ve Energy 2 Al1tude SEO 2 Castle Academy 2 Townsley & Associates, P.C. 2 NickLucey.com 2 Accrue Financial Services, LLC 2 Founders Parkway Vision Center 2 Modern Woodmen 2 Castle Rock Tutoring 2 Castle Rock Aikido 1 Don't Trash, Get Cash 1 Vunnam Technologies LLC 1 Burger King 1 Sandler Training 1 AdvoCare - Alicia & Clayton Hering 1 Enchanted GiOs 1 6224 Marke1ng 1 Congressman Ken Buck 1 LIV Sotheby's Interna1onal Realty— JoyFel Partners 1 Solterra at Castle Rock 1 Vista Vino Modern Grill 1 Keller Williams Ac1on Realty Julie Voorhees 1 SpotOn, Inc. 1 Peak View Behavioral Health 1 Firestone Complete Auto Care 1
Enhance Your Business Listing, Get Noticed Are You Taking Advantage of All Your Chamber Membership Has To Offer? Have you logged into your membership account lately? Recently the Chamber switched to a new Membership Management SoOware called Chamber Master. Thousands of other chambers use this robust system and we are very excited to bring this sophis1cated op1on to our members. All members now have the ability to post their own Press Releases as well as the op1on to post a HOT DEALS as part of our member 2 member discount program. And depending on your level, you may now have the ability to post and manage your own job lis1ngs. Please take a moment to login to your account to review your informa1on and to enhance your lis1ng. h:p://business.castlerock.org/login/ For more Informa1on please contact Sue Turner at the Chamber or email Sue@CastleRock.org.
NEED MORE ASSISTANCE??? ATTEND ONE OUR MEMBER ORIENTATION SESSIONS
May 26th & June 30th 7:30 am to 9 am Learn how to use your membership benefits! This is your opportunity to meet the Chamber staff, introduce your business, and familiarize yourself with the variety of benefits we offer and get connected! Register at h:p://business.castlerock.org/events
Join A Leads Group! *Certain Restrictions Apply
LEADS PLUS!
LEADS REFERRAL
THE BREAKFAST CLUB
2nd & 4th Tuesdays
1st & 3rd Wednesdays
2nd & 4th Tuesdays
11:30 am to 1pm
11:30 am to 1pm
7:30 am to 9 am
Loca1on: The Fowl Line
Loca1on: Castle Cafe
Loca1on: Village Inn
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Welcome To Our New Members Castle Rock Dental Health Linda Ludin (303)663-9600 2 Oakwood Park Plaza, Suite 206 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Den st - General Visit their website: www.castlerockdentalhealth.com
Jenny Young - LMT Jenny Young (720) 300-1514 404 Jerry Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Massage - Therapeu c Visit their website:.www.jennyyounglmt.com
Castle Rock Farmer's Market John Woodrick (720) 272-5517 Castle Rock, CO Category: Agriculture and Food Products
Lisa Lisa Bou que Lisa Linkenheil (303) 660-4442 306 Wilcox Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Bou que Retail
Clockwork Networks, LLC Mike Wise (303)588-9019 Castle Rock, CO Category: Computer Services Visit their website: www.clockworknetworks.com
OnPurpose Enterprises Russ Minary (303) 664-1635 9800 Mount Pyramid Ct,Suite 400 Englewood, CO 80112 Category: Business - Coaching Consultants - Business Visit their website: www.onpurpose-ent.com
Costco Warehouse Angela Nenow 303-708-0012 8686 Park Meadows Center Drive Lone Tree, CO 80124 Category: Retail Visit their website: www.Costco.com
RHG Products Kelly Baud (303) 663-1779 599 Topeka Way, Suite 200 Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Manufacturing- Window Cleaning Visit their website: www.rhgproducts.com
Goodwill Industries of Denver Sue Beranek (303)650-7734 355 Barranca Drive Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Thri7 Store Visit their website: www.goodwilldenver.org
StrideMob Jeanie Brevoort (303)588-1452 Castle Rock, CO Category: Event Management Visit their website: www.stridemob.com
Hampton Inn Castle Rock Aimee Carlisle (303)660-9800 4830 Castleton Way Castle Rock, CO 80109 Category: Hotels Visit their website: www.castlerock.hamptoninn.com
Success Magnified LLC Tracy Herman (720)318-9719 Castle Rock, CO Category: Business - Coaching Visit their website: www.successmagnified.com
Healthy Prac ce Solu ons LLC Mark Taylor (720)635-0882 200 S. Wilcox Street, Suite 411 Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Medical Billing Business Voice Newsletter ~ May/June 2016
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Welcome To Our New Members The Post Ins tute Michelle Post (719) 651-5415 Monument, CO Category: Training & Consul ng Visit their website: www.thepos1ns1tute.org The Skin Company Maria Kane (720) 838 3175 314 Fourth Street Castle Rock, CO 80104 Category: Spa Visit their website: www.theskincompany.com Valen ne Brand Bobby Valen1ne (303)669-4165 Larkspur, CO Category: Photographers - Commercial Visit their website: www.facebook.com/ yvalen1neWay Out West CO Inc Suzanne Hickox (303)591-2782 Castle Rock, CO Category: Real Estate Visit their website: www.wayoutwestco.com Westerra Credit Union Anna Smith (303)321-4209 10169 S. Parker Rd. Parker, CO 80134 Category: Credit Unions Visit their website: www.westerracu.com WesMield Consul ng, LLC Jim Dudley (516) 673-5229 Castle Rock, CO Category: IT Visit their website: www.wes]ieldllc.net
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Business of the Month
The Castle Rock Chamber honors Pure water Solu ons, Inc. as our April Business of the Month recipient. They have been members of the chamber for more than eleven years.
The Castle Rock Chamber honors ScoH & Associates as our March Business of the Month recipient. They have been members of the chamber for more than seventeen years.
Pure Water Solu1ons, Inc. is a Colorado based firm serving commercial, industrial, medical, pharmaceu1cal, and government customers across the United States and abroad. We serve residen1al customers along the Front Range of Colorado. From our (FDA) GMP Registered facility in Castle Rock, we specialize in the design, sale, and service of water purifica1on systems as well as supplying components and supplies.
ScoH & Associates is a local media1on company owned and operated by Donna Sco:. Sco: & Associates opened in Castle Rock in 1997 offering media1on for divorce, child support, employment, and real estate disputes. Sco: & Associates has had contracts to mediate disputes for many companies and agencies, including the United States Postal Service, Transporta1on Security Administra1on, EEOC, the Office of Dispute Resolu1on, School Districts, the Be:er Business Bureau and many private families in conflict. Sco: & Associates has mediated for thousands of hours in over 5000 cases since beginning her prac1ce and enjoys working with people as they work through difficult situa1ons.
In August 2013, Pure Water Solu1ons established a second office in Albuquerque, NM. On March 1st of this year, we acquired a 30year old, water treatment business in Santa Fe. AOer merging our Albuquerque opera1ons with our new Santa Fe office, Pure Water Solu1ons will service the Greater New Mexico Area. Residen1al customers will be served in the Albuquerque / Santa Fe corridor.
Donna has over 20 years of experience in the Human Service field. Her background ranges from direct counseling and advocacy with clients and families in a residen1al program, to systems development and management of a variety of Federal social programs.
Founded in 1993, Pure Water Solu1ons has a talented team of professionals with many years’ experience in water treatment. Pure Water Solu1ons is registered with the Food and Drug Administra1on (FDA) as a 510(k) Class II Medical Device Manufacturer. We are cer1fied “Water Treatment Plant Operators” through the State of Colorado. In New Mexico, we are a licensed Plumbing Contractor with Journeyman Plumbers on staff. Our engineers and technicians are cer1fied through the Water Quality Associa1on (WQA) as “Water Treatment Specialists.” Memberships include the American Society of Plumbing Engineers, Water Quality Associa1on, Be:er Business Bureau, Colorado Water Quality Associa1on, Interna1onal Facili1es Management Associa1on, Castle Rock Economic Development Council, and the Chamber of Commerce.
Donna is a third genera1on na1ve of Colorado and enjoys being part of the Castle Rock and Douglas County Community. Her 17 years of involvement in the Chamber of Commerce has deepened her understanding of people and helped to expand the skills necessary to start and maintain her business. Call Donna at Sco: & Associates at 303-814-3212 for further informa1on. Congratula ons for being recognized as an outstanding business!
For addi1onal informa1on, please contact us below: Colorado Loca1on: 520-D Topeka Way Castle Rock, CO 80109 (303) 660-9093 Phone (303) 663-9779 Fax (877) 202-5871 www.purewatersolu1ons.us
New Mexico Loca1on: 4108 North Pole Loop Rio Rancho, New Mexico 87144 (505)504-4765 Phone (877) 202-5871 Toll Free www.purewatersolu1ons.us
Congratula ons for being recognized as an outstanding business!
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This new 11-bed ER is located on the north side of the campus in the Evergreen Medical OďŹƒce Building, adjacent to the Women’s Hospital.
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Volunteers Needed Are you looking for a great opportunity to give back to your community? Would you like to create new friendships, have fun and share your love for Castle Rock? Consider becoming a Visitor Center Diplomat (Volunteer) for the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center! Be a front line Diplomat and promote the many ameni1es & a:rac1ons available in our beau1ful community. As a Visitor Center Diplomat, you will staff our Visitor Center during the Summer Months. Saturday’s from May - August the Visitor Center will be open from 9:00 am – 1 pm. Du es include: • Staffing Front Desk, Gree1ng Visitors/Tourists • Answering Visitor ques1ons & also Phone Calls • Distribu1ng provided informa1onal literature • Selling GiOs and other available items for the Chamber & Visitor Center • Informing Visitors about our town & helping Castle Rock become the tourist des1na1on we all know it can be! If you are over the age of 18, or re1red, are looking for Volunteer opportuni1es or just need to fulfill community service hours (for college or High school only), please contact the Visitor Center Coordinator for more informa1on or to sign-up visit; www.castlerock.org/volunteer.htm Sonia Waugh, Visitor Center Coordinator 303-688-4597 or email Sonia@castlerock.org. The Joint...the chiroprac c place Nathan Cowan (720)532-8912 4991 Factory Shops Blvd, Suite 140 Castle Rock, CO Category: Chiropractors Visit their website: www.thejoint.com
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Outstanding Ambassadors The Castle Rock Chamber honors BeHy Graf as our March Ambassador of the Month.
The Castle Rock Chamber honors Melanie Calhoun as our April Ambassador of the Month.
Be:y Graf moved to Castle Rock eight years ago and loves it here! She grew up in small towns in Kansas and loves the fact that Castle Rock has that same small town feel. AOer living with Betty Graf her husband overseas for Reliv International nine years, Be:y was ready to se:le down and live a quieter life in Colorado. Be:y joined the chamber six years ago and is in her fiOh year as a Chamber Ambassador. She finds being an Ambassador a great fit since she loves mee1ng new people and developing rela1onships with business owners. Be:y has u1lized the many Chamber networking events such as the Leads referral groups to promote her business with great success. For Be:y, it’s a way for her to be “plugged” into the business community.
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.
Melanie Calhoun ReMax Alliance Calhoun Team
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 friendships and business connec1ons. I have met so many wonderful people who live and work in this beau1ful town and I am honored to serve the residents.
As a Chamber Ambassador, Be:y is a part of a professional group of people dedicated to helping others grow their businesses. To her, it’s what life is about - it’s about what she can do for others. Be:y is the head of her own marke1ng company through Reliv Interna1onal. Reliv is a 25 year old food science company, commi:ed to making a difference in people’s lives. We all want to have great health and feel amazing!! Through Reliv’s line of patented nutri1onal supplements that can become a reality! Reliv offers people hope for a be:er quality of life. It’s really Nutri1on Made Simple!! As a re1red nurse, this is another perfect fit for Be:y!
The Castle Rock Chamber has so many dedicated Ambassadors, that being awarded Ambassador of the Year is amazing. I am blessed to have this recogni1on and thank you to the Chamber for this opportunity! When I’m not assis1ng Tom with Real Estate or par1cipa1ng 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.
Be:y and her husband, Harlan, recently built their ranch and dream home and love having their three grandkids out to the ranch. Thank You Be:y for all you do for the Castle Rock Chamber!
Congratula ons from the Castle Rock Chamber. Thank You for your Outstanding Contribu ons!
Thank you Melanie, for all you do to support and promote the Castle Rock Chamber. We greatly appreciate and applaud your outstanding efforts!
Congratula ons from the Castle Rock Chamber. Thank You for your Outstanding Contribu ons!
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Ribbon Cuttings, Celebrate Your Success Let us help you celebrate! Have you opened a new business, expanded at your current loca1on, reloca1ng or celebrated a milestone anniversary? The Castle Rock Chamber can help you share the good news! Contact Alicia@castlerock.org for details.
100% Chiroprac c Castle Rock Dr. Rachelle Merchant (719) 352-6557 62 Founders Parkway, Suite C-2 Castle Rock , CO Category: Health and Wellness Visit their website: www.100percentchiroprac1c.com/ our-loca1ons/colorado-loca1ons/castle-rock-co/
Black Feather Apartment Homes Brenda Lawrence - Regional Property Manager 410 Black Feather Loop #1 Castle Rock, CO 80104 (303) 645-0522 Visit their website: www.liveatblackfeather.com
Waxing the City Allyson Ford (303) 648-4032 4991 Factory Shops Blvd, Suite 130 Castle Rock, CO Category: Beauty Salon & Spa Visit their website: www.waxingthecity.com Elements Therapeu c Massage Kris1n Adams (303) 663-0162 4991 Factory Shoppes Blvd, Suite 120 Castle Rock, CO Category: Massage Visit their website: www.elementsmassage.com/ castle-rock-promenade Mathnasium Mike Farina (303) 663-6305 4714 Milestone Lane, Unit D Castle Rock, CO Category: Educa on & Tutoring Visit their website: www.mathnasium.com/castlerock Business Voice Newsletter ~ May/June 2016
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Developing Leaders in Douglas County LEADERSHIP DOUGLAS COUNTY TAKES YOU BEHIND THE SCENES Do you think that you know, all there is to know, about Douglas County? Have you experienced behind-the-scenes tours at some our most protected community resources, with access to some of the most interes1ng people living and working in our county? At Leadership Douglas County (LDC), you have the chance to learn and network at a level you may not have thought possible. Take Wednesday, April 6, for example. 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, incarcera1on 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 morning panel discussion that included Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Chief Steve Johnson, Castle Rock Chief Jack Cauley, Parker Police Department’s Jim Tsurapas, and Lone Tree Police Chief Jeff Streeter. The class also toured the Sheriff’s Office, the jail and new expansion that includes a medical unit, as well as a tour of the morgue by Coroner Jill Romann. The County’s S.O.R.T. Team demonstrated a well-executed cell extrac1on of an uncoopera1ve “prisoner,” much to the awe of class members. Later in the day, exci1ng demonstra1ons were given by the K-9 Team and a sniper/officer rescue by the SWAT Team. A hands-on simula1on ac1vity, an1cipa1ng the ac1ons of poten1al criminal behavior, tested the reac1ons and reflexes of each par1cipant as they role-played a variety of situa1ons on a full-scale interac1ve video. Both challenging and fun, was the opportunity for each class member to receive one-on -one firearms training at the shoo1ng range located at the Law Enforcement Training Facility in Highlands Ranch. Some class members had never held or shot a gun before, so this was a new experience. 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 accep1ng applica1ons for the 2016-17 class that kicks off with an overnight retreat in September. The applica1on deadline is June 15th, 2016. Space is limited, so please apply now! For more informa1on on LDC or for an applica1on visit www.leadershipdouglascounty.org.
For ques1ons, please contact inCarrie Buchan at fo@leadershipdouglascounty.com or call 720.440.3726. LDC is possible through the support of our generous partners. Patron Sponsors: Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce, BreakThroughs, Inc., the City of Lone Tree, Douglas County Government and Town of Parker; and Program Sponsors: Black Hills Energy, Charles Schwab, Douglas County Libraries, South Metro Fire and Rescue Authority, Town of Castle Rock, IREA and Kaiser Permanente.
Leadership Douglas County Graduation Ceremony June 1st PS Miller Millhouse
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Congratulations to the Class of 2016
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Investor Panel Update MIDDLE AND HIGH SCHOOL CEOs RECEIVE FUNDING FROM LOCAL INVESTORS On, April 4, eight middle and high school student entrepreneurs took to the stage to present their business plans before a panel of local leaders of industry and a public audience. Represen1ng businesses from the Castle Rock Chamber’s 2015-2016 Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!), each student had just five minutes to pitch their plan during the program’s annual YEA! Investor Panel Pitch Presenta1ons. Based on the appeal and merit of the students’ plans and presenta1ons, representa1ves from area organiza1ons determined the amount to allocate to each business, awarding more than $5,000 in funding and in-kind services! Par1cipa1ng investors selected an overall winner: SAFEscents™, an organic, non-toxic fly repellant, the first product of 12 Star Equine Essen1als™, headed by seventh grader and CEO Karley Winder. Karley received $1000 for her startup. She will go on to compete in the Saunders Scholars Semi-Finals in Rochester, New York, in May. Other funded students included: • Cameron Robbins (grade 12), Uncle Dave’s Apparel (shorts) - $1500. Cameron was the 1st runner up. • Kylie Phelps (grade 9), Spar-BOW-kle (handcraOed hair bows) - $500 • Caleb Rydland (grade 7), Full Carbon (exo1c car blog) $100 + 3 years of web hos1ng, blog coaching, SEO/SEM • consul1ng • Brooke Jacobsen (grade 11), Brooke’s Bumper to Bumper Course (auto maintenance course for 15-18 year olds) • $500 + introduc1on to na1onal automo1ve network. • Henna Patel (grade 7), Henna’s Custom Nails (custom/ ar1s1c ar1ficial nails) - $250 • Nicole Nageli (grade 7), N3 Cartoons (“Kate the Cat” comic book) - $500 and SEO/SEM consul1ng • Maya Patel (grade 11), Henna for the Soul (non-profit/henna treatments for sick children or elderly) $250
The Investor Panel was comprised of five prominent local business people, including Investor Level Sponsors Woody Pastorius of mywedding.com, and David Chapa of ConneXion Spot. Bob Pasicznyuk (Douglas County Libraries), Doug Bartolf (Bartolf Wealth Advisors) and Linda Watson Kolstad (Sky Ridge Medical Center) also sat on the panel. Other program sponsors this year included: Castle Rock Bank, IREA and the Town of Castle Rock. The public can meet the young CEOs and learn more about their businesses by visi1ng the YEA! Trade Show on Saturday, April 30, from 9am-Noon at the Miller Ac1vity Center (MAC), 1375 W. Plum Creek Parkway, Castle Rock, CO 80109. For more informa1on about YEA! please call 720.440.3726 or visit www.YEADC.com.
Thank You to Our Sponsors!
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Town & County News Discovering the dream at Philip S. Miller Park; new ameni es open to the public May 14 Celebra1ng the community and providing opportuni1es for families to spend 1me together was a priority for Castle Rock’s historic Miller family. Now, aOer years of work, we’re discovering that dream with new gathering loca1ons at Philip S. Miller Park. Join the grand opening celebra1on as we welcome these new ameni1es. The Amphitheater, Millhouse events center and Plaza will officially open with a celebra1on Saturday, May 14. Mark your calendars to join the Town for family friendly fun as we explore the new features opening at the park. The fes1vi1es begin at 10 a.m. and will con1nue through 6 p.m. Par1cipate in free ac1vi1es all day including an inflatable bouncy house and obstacle course, craOs, trackless train rides, indoor photo booth, archery, a kid’s dance party, and giant outdoor yard games. There will also be food trucks and beverage sales available. Learn more about the ac1vi1es planned for the day at CRgov.com/DiscoverPSM. The day’s schedule will be: 10-11 a.m. Kids yoga and drawing ac1vi1es 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Bump Soccer 10 a.m.-4 p.m. STEM ac1vi1es 11:15 a.m. Program and ribbon cu?ng noon-1:30 p.m. Autographs with Disney’s Princess Elsa from Frozen noon-6 p.m. Live music at the new Amphitheater Josh Blackburn – Rock (noon-2 p.m.) Over the Castle – Rock (2:30-4 p.m.) The Steve Thomas Band – 80’s cover band (4:30-6 p.m.)
Tickets go on sale for summer Celebra on Concert Series Dancing under the stars, listening to music with friends and family, enjoying food and drinks with your toes in the grass – for many people that’s a recipe for a perfect summer night. Well make that dream a reality by joining the Town for the Celebra1on Concert Series at the new Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park. On select Saturdays May through September, experience the new Amphitheater at Philip S. Miller Park. Enjoy live music from na1onally known bands, along with craO beer and cocktails under the stars. Think a more in1mate version of Red Rocks Amphitheater. These 1cketed music events are sure to become a signature part of summers in Castle Rock. Tickets are on sale now! Head to CRgov.com/PSMConcerts for details. But, don’t wait. These concerts are expected to sell out. The concert series will include: • Shooter Jennings – May 21 • The Fab Four – June 11 • The Colorado Symphony – June 30 • The Marshall Tucker Band – Aug. 27 • Starship featuring Mickey Thomas – Sept. 24 The concert series is part of Town Council’s goal to keep our community character alive. The Celebra1on Concert Series is part of the Town’s first full year of ramped up community fes1vals, concerts and ac1vi1es. The priority is to con1nue to bring family friendly events to the Downtown area and Philip S. Miller Park. Check out www.CRgov.com/PSMConcerts for more details, or find the event posts on the Town’s Facebook page (/ CRgov). Want to get involved in Town events? We’re looking for sponsors! Be among the first to present these exci1ng events to our community. Plus, join the events staff or become a volunteer. Email specialevents@CRgov.com for more informa1on. Business Voice Newsletter ~ May/June 2016
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Members in the News Race the MAC May 4 , 11, 18, 25 @ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Portocol’s Business Growth Networking Event May 5 @ 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM Downtown AQer 5 May 6 @ 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM Castle Rock Chorale goes Caribbbean May 6 @ 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM Spring Up the Creek! May 7 @ 9:00 AM The Chelsea Hutchison Founda on (“CHF”) 7th Annual Spring Gala Fly Me to the Moon May 7 @ 5:30 PM Open House – Con nuing the Conversa on about Growth in Castle Rock May 11 @ 6:00 PM – 8:30 PM Essence’s Wellness Wednesday May 11 @ 6:30 PM Castle Rock Historical Society & Museum’s Monthly Presenta on Program May 12 all-day Business Over Breakfast – ANB Bank May 12 @ 7:30 AM – 9:00 AM Castle Rock Historic Trolley Tour May 14 Business AQer Hours – Castle Rock Development Company May 18 @ 5:00 PM – May 18 @ 7:00 PM
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Theatre of Dreams Presents POP HAYDN – MAGIC and COMEDY SHOW May 20, 21 @ 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM Chemical Round-up May 21 @ 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM DCF Gun’s Free Family Self Defense Seminar May 21 @ 12:15 PM – 1:15 PM 1st Annual Victoria’s Tea – Benefi ng the Castle Rock Historical Society & Museum May 21 @ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM Celebra on Concert Series May 21 @ 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM Tri-the-Rock Youth Triathlon May 22 @ 6:30 AM – 2:00 PM Overdrive Raceway – Summer Race Camps May 30 – Jul 29 all-day Man vs Elk Banquet Jun 3 @ 5:00 PM
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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 Na1onal Program Office Depot card, please call the Chamber at 303-6884597 or email Angela@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 informa1on.
Ambassador Program The Ambassadors are an all-volunteer organiza1on comprised of approximately 20 Chamber member firms who serve as the public rela1ons and reten1on arm of the Chamber. The Ambassadors provide understanding and confidence in the Castle Rock Chamber among our businesses. As highly visible and pres1gious volunteers, the Ambassadors serve as the Chamber’s primary liaison to Castle Rock Chamber members and play an essen1al role in membership reten1on, recruitment, anniversary calls, ribbon cu?ngs, conveying member needs and/or concerns to Chamber Staff and garnering support for the Chamber. ~Patrick Brannan – Chairperson, www.castlerock.org/ambassadors.htm or contact Alicia@castlerock.org.
Business After Hours & Business Over Breakfast To assist our members in developing business rela1onships the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce offers many networking events throughout the year. There are monthly Business AOer Hours, Business Over Breakfast and Member Orienta1ons. Visit: www.castlerock.org/bah.htm or contact Alicia@castlerock.org for more informa1on.
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eXcelerate Business Development Program To provide small business owners with the resources used by best-in-class firms, thereby enhancing their compe11veness in the local, state and global marketplace. Dedicated business consultants who act as mentors and offer no cost business intelligence to both start-ups and established businesses in Castle Rock. ~Jill Garber, Arapahoe Community College, or contact Judy@castlerock.org for more informa1on.
Douglas County Business Alliance (DCBA) Is a united effort of the Castle Rock, Lone Tree, Parker, Highlands Ranch, South Metro Denver Chambers, along with the Northwest Douglas and Castle Rock Economic Development Councils, to form a legisla1ve coali1on to lead and influence regional, state and federal policy, legisla1on and regula1ons. The primary focus of the DCBA is to create a posi1ve business climate for the future of Douglas County businesses. ~Amy Sherman, NWDEDC, Chairman ~Pam Ridler, Pam@castlerock.org or www.douglascountybusinessalliance.com/
Douglas County Young Professionals The Douglas County YP’s group is intended for young professionals aged 21 - 40, who live or work in the Douglas County community. DCYP offers great networking opportuni1es to help build your business prac1ce, gain las1ng friendships, and have fun at the same 1me! Our Mission is to build a network of young professionals who support each other and provide a voice in the community, with an emphasis on social ac1vi1es and community involvement. ~John Woodrick, John@castlerock.org.
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Government Issues Committee (GIC) To be a proac1ve voice and advocate for the business community regarding governmental issues; promo1ng economic interests which contribute to the quality of life of Castle Rock and facilitates communica1on between local government and the business community. ~DJ Tedesco, Castle Rock Bank Chairman, or Pam@CastleRock.org for more informa1on.
Leadership Douglas County (LDC) Leadership Douglas County (LDC) provides the opportunity for par1cipants 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 expecta1on of servant leadership, and builds in real opportuni1es to teach knowledge and skills. Contact Carrie Buchan at info@leadershipdouglascounty.com for more informa1on or www.LeadershipDouglasCounty.com
Networking/Leads Groups The Castle Rock Chambers Leads Groups are organiza1ons of business professionals that have the desire to improve their income by forming rela1onships with other Chamber members for the purpose of exchanging direct client referrals and leads. www.castlerock.org/ networking.htm or contact Sue@castlerock.org.
Upcoming Castle Rock Chamber Signature Events Monday, June 13, 2016 Chamber's Golf Extravaganza
Saturday, July 16, 2016 Castle Rock WineFest
Plum Creek Golf Club 2 PM Shotgun Start
The Grange in the Meadows 2 PM to 8 PM Tickets: CastleRockWineFest.com
Saturday, June 25, 2016 Victoria's Block Party Castle Rock Chamber 10 AM to 1 PM
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