eNewsletter May 2013

Celebrating 60 Years

BUSINESS

a publication of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce

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SOLDIERS TO SHADOW RUN THE 29TH ANNUAL FIRECRACKER 5K RUN

LEMONADE DAY 2013 TO BE HELD SATURDAY, JUNE 15

he Firecracker Run committee is excited to announce that the Regional Support Command - Capital, 16th Sustainment Brigade Soldiers stationed in Kabul, Afghanistan will participate in a shadow run of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce’s 29th Annual Firecracker Run on July 4, 2013.

he first annual Lemonade Day in St. Charles County will be held Saturday, June 15th, as the community joins with 40 other cities across America and Canada in a fun-filled effort to promote small business and empower today’s youth to become tomorrow’s entrepreneurs.

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The 16th Sustainment Brigade Soldiers will run their own Firecracker Run on July 4, 2013 which will be O’Fallon’s July 3 because of the 9.5 hour time difference. The shadow run will provide an opportunity for over Continued on pg 7 100 soldiers to celebrate

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Started in 2007 in Houston, TX, this national program equips elementary and middle school students with the basic skills needed to become small business owners and successful leaders in their schools and communities.

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Don’t miss the O’Fallon Chamber’s

General Membership LUNCHEON Tuesday, May 28 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. @ Old Hickory Golf Club 1 Dye Dr, St. Peters, MO 63304 Join us for our May Networking luncheon to kick off Summer and personally meet up to 24 other Chamber members. Bring a lot of business cards, your 1 minute informercial and we’ll take care of the rest.

Don’t forget to register in advance and save $5! Call 636-240-1818 or email Sara@OFallonChamber.org

Sponsored by:

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O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce

Fiesta ! e ThemTuesday, May 14

4:30 to 6:30 p.m.

AUTOTECH AUTO CENTER

10 Elaine Dr | O’Fallon, MO 63366 Stay for 5 minutes or 2 hours, whichever fits into your schedule best. Our free monthly Business After Hours are a great way to build relationships with many of your fellow Chamber Members. Average attendance at these free events is around 60 Chamber Members!

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O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce

Rise & Shine...

to join us for the O’Fallon Chamber’s Morning Schmooze, a FREE monthly, networking event open to Chamber members. Arrive ready to network with a pocket full of business cards and a 1 minute infomercial.

Thursday, May 18 7:30 - 9:00 a.m.

Lifeworks Business Center

1001 Boardwalk Springs Pl, Ste 111 | O’Fallon, MO 63368

Mission Statement: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business.

Vision Statement: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will be the catalyst for the prosperity of our community as a valued resource for businesses, organizations, and residents.

Officers: Adam Hopper, PNC Bank, Chair of the Board Jeff Arneson, JLJ Technology, 1st Vice Chair Michael Favazza, Favazza & Associates, 2nd Vice Chair Ron Epps, F&M Bank and Trust, Treasurer Stacee Gilmore, Promotions Pronto, Secretary Cindy Elking, Quintessential Catering, Past-Chair Directors: Harold Bliggenstorfer, Missouri Baptist University Mark Crank, Marcos Productions Heather Deatz, Community News Tim DeGhelder, St. Charles City-County Library Julie Feast, Ameren Missouri Kim Michaels, Charter Business Brian Richardson, KFAV 99.9 FM Beth Simmons, Manpower Jan Stanczak, Jan’s Travel & Cruise Staff: Erin Williams, President/CEO Sara Henderson, Communications Director Sam Byers, Membership Services Director Nina DeAngelo, Member Engagement Director

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Shadow Run ...................................p cover Lemonade Days ..............................p cover Scholarship........................................... p 4 Ribbon Cuttings .................................... p 5 News from the Chairman ...................... p 5 Member Spotlight ................................. p 6 StormReady Recognition ...................... p 8 Calendar of Events ............................... p 9 New Members ..................................... p 10 Business License ................................. p 10 Member Anniversaries .........................p 11 Member Mentions ............................... p 12 Chamber Activities............................. p 14

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U.S. CHAMBER’S INSTITUTE PROGRAM AWARDS SAM’S CLUB® SCHOLARSHIP TO ERIN WILLIAMS OF O’FALLON, MISSOURI

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nstitute for Organization Management, the professional development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation, announced today that Erin Williams, President/CEO of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce has been awarded a Sam’s Club® Scholarship. Awarded to 20 firstyear attendees from across the country, the Sam’s Club scholarships recognize individuals that exhibit excellent nonprofit management practices in several areas, including involvement in professional industry organizations, community involvement and demonstrated leadership.

“The U.S. Chamber is proud to partner with Sam’s Club to provide these dedicated professionals the opportunity to attend Institute and educate them on how to better represent their members and expand their organizations’ influence,” said Raymond P. Towle, IOM, CAE, vice president of Institute for Organization Management at the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation. “We are pleased to help these talented individuals advance their careers and organizations, and we appreciate the commitment from Sam’s Club to the business community.”

Since its commencement in 1921, the Institute program has educated tens of thousands of association, chamber, and other nonprofit leaders on how to build stronger organizations, better serve their members, and become strong business advocates.

development program of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation.

It is the premier nonprofit professional development program for association and chamber professionals, fostering individual growth through interactive learning and networking opportunities.

Each of the Sam’s Club scholarship recipients will attend one of Institute’s five sites in 2013. At the completion of the four-year curriculum, each of the recipients will receive the IOM graduate recognition, signifying completion of 96 hours of course instruction in nonprofit management and their commitment to the industry. In addition, all credit hours earned through Institute may be applied toward the Certified Chamber Executive (CCE) or Certified Association Executive (CAE) industry certification.

The U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation (USCCF) is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit affiliate of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce dedicated to strengthening America’s longterm competitiveness by addressing developments that affect our nation, our economy, and the global business environment.

Institute for Organization Management is the professional

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leads were passed during the month of APRIL by the members our leads groups!

Would you like to join of the groups to build closer business relationships?

Contact Nina at 636-240-1818 or Nina@OFallonChamber.org

RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES WELCOME TO O’FALLON! The results are in! Thank you to each of you who took the time to complete the 2013 Membership Survey. This survey will help to guide our programs and services for the betterment of our organization. Before I get into the results, I would also like to thank all of our volunteers who participated in Operation Thank You and to those of you who took time out of your day to talk with our volunteers about how our organization can serve you better. We truly appreciate the feedback and understand that by serving our member businesses better we will achieve our vision of being the catalyst for prosperity. Although Operation Thank You has officially ended, and our Membership Survey has closed, know that you are always welcome to contact staff or Board members to discuss how the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce can continue to improve.

Now, onto the results. You told us that on a scale of 1-5 (5 being excellent) we are a 4.52; although that number is great and something we’re proud of, we will continue to strive towards a perfect 5! Members also told us the main features that they take advantage of are our networking opportunities, community exposure/involvement and referrals. The survey also told us to work on more informal networking opportunities as well as increased advertising opportunities to other members. These are all areas that the Board will be researching to expand and/or increase in order to serve you better.

Again, thank you for your participation, and I look forward to seeing you at our May 28 general membership meeting.

Adam Hopper 2013 Chairman of the Board

The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and the City of O’Fallon are excited to welcome these new businesses to the community and to help them celebrate with a with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony.

Find Your Piece Consignment Shop 58 Crossroads Plz | O’Fallon, MO 63368

Cupcake Amore 2443 Hwy K | O’Fallon, MO 63366

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings: May 17 @ 9:00 a.m.

Nails on K May 23 @ 3:30 p.m.

JLF Bookkeeping June 6 @ 3:30 p.m.

Computer Depot June 20 @ 4:00 p.m.

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MEMBER SPOTLIGHT

THOMAS REALTY GROUP - BRENDA LOWDER

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I have lived in O’Fallon since 1995, the same year I started my real estate career. We moved to O’Fallon along with my husband’s company Peterbilt of St. Louis. O’Fallon was a great place to raise our children Amy and Scott. I attribute part of their success as adults to the community they grew up in.

I hold my commercial brokerage

license with Thomas Realty Group LLC. They are a boutique firm, such as St Charles County. We can assist a client through the investment and procurement of a commercial project to the development, construction, management, exchange of investment to the leasing or relinquishing of the asset.

Whether it’s leasing, purchasing or selling, my strength is helping

NOTES FROM THE KITCHEN...

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a client understand a real estate transaction on a financial level.

Using my knowledge along with their non-tangible needs, I can assure my client has met their real estate goals which best fit their business plan.

A constant study of the economy, the financing industry and the real estate market is making for some exciting times.

Jeremy’s Baby Back Ribs 1 Rack of Baby Back Ribs- skinned 1 Stick of Margarine or Butter Your choice of seasoning- we prefer Fat Pat’s Rib Rub (sold at Jeremy’s Market) Foil Jeremy’s BBQ Sauce- Original or Kansas City Style Rub down the rack of ribs with your choice of seasoning, place it in a foil wrap with a stick of butter or margarine on top. Let it cook on the grill or in the oven at 350* for 1 hour. If you are cooking on the grill, unwrap after 1 hour and place on the grill plates for a few minutes on each side to get that crispy texture.

Then cover with your choice of BBQ sauce and enjoy!

SHADOWRUN

CONTINUED FROM COVER PAGE Independence Day while stationed half way around the world.

Participants will have fun as well as challenge themselves while at Camp Phoenix in Afghanistan.

“Soldiers, Sailors, Marines and Airmen enjoy the shadow runs because they are great for morale, and they allow for us to be normal and not have to wear a service issued PT uniform for the run.” Maj Eric Peterson said when asked why they enjoyed shadow runs. “I would like to thank the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce for allowing us to participate in this great event.”

The run committee will be providing each runner with a free registration that includes a bib, t-shirt, goodie bag and award medals; plus there will be booth set up at the O’Fallon Firecracker Run where residents and runners can personally thank these brave soldiers. Maj. Eric Peterson who will be leading the race in Kabul said he will be sending photos of their race, a banner signed by all the soldiers and an American flag flown in combat.

our soldiers’ Independence Day celebration. I hope that we are able to give them a feeling of home, while reminding our residents here of the men and women who fight and protect us every day. Again, I can’t express how thrilled we are to be working with Maj Peterson and the SPARTANS!” said Erin Williams, President/CEO of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce.

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The 29th Annual Firecracker Run presented by Mercy will be held on July 4, 2013 at 7:00 a.m. at the T.R. Hughes Ballpark in O’Fallon, MO. More information can be found at www.FirecrackerRun.net or www. facebook.com/FirecrackerRun. Firecracker Run proceeds benefit the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education, and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business.

“We are so proud to be a part of

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O’FALLON RECEIVES STORMREADY RECOGNITION

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The City of O’Fallon was recently recognized as a StormReady community by the National Weather Service, which sponsors the program. To be recognized as StormReady, communities must demonstrate severe weather readiness and meet communication and other guidelines established by the National Weather Service in partnership with federal, state and local emergency management programs.

“We can be proud of O’Fallon’s designation as a StormReady community,” said Police Officer Andy Stowers. “As we saw this month, with spring storms following on the heels of severe winter weather, it’s important to know when major storms are coming and be prepared to deal with them.”

StormReady is a voluntary “grassroots” program and there is no cost to apply. Sponsored by NOAA’s National Weather Service, StormReady puts the focus on improving communication and severe weather preparedness in communities. It also helps

community leaders and emergency managers strengthen local hazard mitigation and refine emergency response plans.

To earn the designation, communities must: • Establish a 24-hour Warning Point and Emergency Operations Center • Establish multiple ways to receive severe weather warnings and forecasts and alert the public • Create a system that monitors local weather conditions • Promote public readiness through community seminars, severe weather spotter training and by conducting emergency exercises • Incorporate severe weather threats into the community’s hazard mitigation and emergency response plans The StormReady program benefits communities by: • Improving the timeliness and effectiveness of hazardous weather warnings for the public • Providing clear, detailed recommendations which will help communities establish and improve effective hazardous weather operations

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• Supporting hazardous weather mitigation programs that have achieved a desired performance level • Providing an incentive to communities which, once they are recognized, can identify themselves as being StormReady • Helping ensure that the community is prepared for other civil emergencies.

For more information about StormReady, visit www.stormready. noaa.gov/publications.htm.

For information on O’Fallon’s emergency management programs or to create a disaster prepardness plan for your company please visit www.ofallon.mo.us/PD/emergencymanagement. Or contact Officer Stowers at astowers@ofallon.mo.us or 636-379-3816.

CHAMBER CALENDAR MAY 2013 May 8, 2013 Masters of Business Leads Group Webster University 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

May 13, 2013 O’Fallon Elite Leads Group IQ Fast Print 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

May 16, 2013 Tech/Comm Meeting Spencer Road Library Branch 12:00 - 0:00 p.m.

May 8, 2013 Open House Visiting Angels 4:30 - 06:30 p.m.

May 14, 2013 Business After Hours Autotech Auto Center 4:30 - 6:30 p.m.

May 21, 2013 Board of Directors Meeting O’Fallon Chamber Office 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

May 9, 2013 Golf Committee O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

May 15, 2013 Trivia Committee O’Fallon Chamber Office 8:30 - 9:30 a.m.

May 10, 2013 Inaugural Vision Golf Tournament Warrenton Golf Course 12:00 - 6:30 p.m.

May 16, 2013 Morning Schmooze LifeWorks Business Center at WingHaven 7:30 AM - 9:00 a.m.

May 22, 2013 Route 364 Phase 3 Groundbreaking Ceremony 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Masters of Business Leads Group Webster University 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

May 27, 2013 Memorial Day Office Closed May 28, 2013 General Membership Luncheon Old Hickory Golf Club 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

May 20, 2013 Firecracker Committee Summit Church 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.

June 6, 2013 New Member Briefing O’Fallon Chamber Office 3:30 - 5:00 p.m.

May 23, 2013 Ribbon Cutting JLF Bookkeeping Services 3:30 - 04:30 p.m.

For only $100 you can send an Email Annoucment to every O’Fallon Chamber member!

Contact Sara@OFallonChamber.org for more info.

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NEW MEMBERS

A VERY SPECIAL WELCOME! Basset Construction Construction, Repair and Home Improvement Aaron Patterson 101 Clark Street St Charles, MO 63301 636-236-2769 bassetconstruction.com Cappucino’s Restaurant Restaurants Wendy Meyerson 1365 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63366 636-980-2326 www.cappuccinosrestaurant.net Carpenter Bus, LLC Bus Sales Jeff Milster 2418 Hwy K O’Fallon, MO 63368 314-973-4700 www.carpenterbus.com Darnell-Group LLC Construction, Repair and Home Improvement Brian Darnell 5 Forest Oak Ct O Fallon, MO 63366 636-928-4002 www.darnell-group.com

Gibson Printing, Inc Printers/Publishers Sherry Gibson 5903 Suemandy Rd St. Peters, MO 63376 636-970-6316 www.gibsonprinting.com IESI MO Corp Waste Management Trish Albers 196 NW Industrial Ct Bridgeton, MO 63044 636-321-2100 Jim Pepper State & Local Officials 636-352-7101 Mister Fix It Home Improvement Billy Dawson 1000 Mid Rivers Mall Dr St. Peters, MO 63376 314-609-5158 www.callmisterfixit.com

Percentage Contracting Construction, Repair and Home Improvement Garrett Fravell P.O. Box 39 O’Fallon, MO 63366 314-799-9449 www.saintcharlesmocontractor.com SurfacePros Hard Surface Cleaning & Restoration Inc. Cleaning Services: Carpet & Floor Dawan Byrd 2977 Hwy K, Ste 102 O’Fallon, MO 63366 314-599-0599 www.surfaceprosstl.com The Sparrow’s Nest Maternity Home Non-Profit Organization Carissa Figgins 6209 Mid Rivers Mall Dr #119 St. Peters, MO 63376 636-336-2534 www.TheSparrowsNestMaternityHome

O’FALLON BUSINESS LICENSE

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t’s renewal time! The O’Fallon Business License renewal forms have been mailed. Be sure to have your renewal applications and fee of $15 turned in

by June 30th to avoid a late fee. Our City is proud of our local businesses. Together, the products, jobs, services and, in the case of retail, the sales taxes collected, all drive our economy, and help keep O’Fallon an attractive, vibrant community. For that reason, the City’s renewal fees are modest. They are also investments that offer a good return on safety, business recognition, and a host of Economic Development Department strategies.

• Safety: Annual license renewals keep your business

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information current with the O’Fallon Police Department and local emergency services, so that first responders can easily reach your business in an emergency.

• Security and Communication: O’Fallon’s free Business Watch program for ALL businesses helps stop vandalism, theft, fraud, and other criminal activities, and promotes a crime-alert business network.

• Business Promotion: Licensed businesses are listed on the City of O’Fallon’s searchable online map and directory on our website www.ofallon.mo.us. In addition, businesses can have the opportunity to be featured on the “Keep it in the O” television show on the government access channel.

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MEMBER ANNIVERSARIES THANK YOU!

Congratulations and thank you to the following companies who as of April 2013 have been O’Fallon Chamber members for...

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Now, there is an even better reason to attend O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce events!

You’ve always had the opportunity for networking, building referrals and learning from your fellow members; now you could mwin the vacation of a lifetime!

Throughout 2013 each time you attend a General Membership Meeting, Business After Hours or Morning Schmooze (35 chances), your name will be entered into a drawing.

The winning vacation recipient will be drawn at the Annual Awards luncheon held on December 17, 2013.

The more you attend, the better your chance are of winning!

1 Year AR Bystrom Contracting Changescape Web Firestone Complete Auto Care Gold’s Gym - O’Fallon Healthy Life Chiropractic & Wellness LOOK! Shops O’Fallon Community Athletic Club WingHaven® Orthodontics 2 Years American Plumbing Solutions Digital Security Corporation Llywelyn’s Pub O’Fallon Family Eyecare The Gun Shop (New Melle) 3 Years Family Therapy Solutions Reroof America Contractors, LLC 5 Years Aqua Systems Travel Leaders/Jan’s Travel and Cruise

10 Years Commerce Bank - Hwy K Pulaski Bank 12 Years Creative Stitches Edward Jones Iverson-Tomasino-Goerss Eyecare Associates Planet Tool & Engineering 13 Years Westinn Kennels, Inc. 14 Years River City Rascals Baseball 15 Years WalMart 17 Years Emerald View Turf Farm St. Johns Bank & Trust 18 Years Kohrs Truck & Auto Repair, Inc. 20 Years St. Charles County Executive Office

6 Years Heartland Bank - Hwy K Kitaro Bistro of Japan

23 Years Michael K Brown, DDS

8 Years Autotech Auto Center

25 Years Meier & Dougherty, LLC

9 Years Yuppy Puppy Pet Spa Call Travel Leaders/Jan’s Travel & Cruise for other great travel opportunities!

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MEMBER MENTIONS NEWS FROM OUR MEMBERS

Keep up to date with news, sales, events and more from your fellow members. Contact Sara at sara@ofallonchamber.org to submit your information for future newsletters. Check out www.ofallonchamber.org for more member news and events.

O’Fallon Rotary’s Annual Three Cheers for Charity Event On Monday, May 13th between 5 PM to 8 PM, join the O’Fallon Rotary Club for fun, food, music, and prizes at McGurk’s Public House 108 Main Street O’Fallon, Mo. This is the O’Fallon Rotary’s Annual Three Cheers for Charity Event.

For a donation of only $10, you can enjoy heavy appetizers, soft drinks, and attendance prizes. There will be a 50 – 50 raffle and a cash bar available. All profits will go to charities and local causes.

Tickets can be purchased at the event or you can call or email – Darryl.Sandweg@pbtc.net; phone 636-980-1777.

St. Louis Life Trivia Night The residents of St. Louis Life and their families cordially invite you to the St. Louis Life’s 2nd Annual Trivia Night 2013 on May 18, 2013 from 6:00 to 10:00 p.m. Fun for people of all ages, the night includes door prizes, drinks, popcorn, and friendly competition. Proceeds will be used to support St. Louis Life’s resident summer trip. Cost: $25 Per Person or $200 for a table. Refreshments: Tables are encouraged to bring snacks. Beer, wine, soda and popcorn will be provided. Register at www.stlouislife.org by May 6, 2013.

Barat Academy 17815 Wild Horse Creek Rd Chesterfield, MO 63005

“Run Like a Mother” Mother’s Day 5K Training Effect Studio Mother’s Day 5k and 1 mile fun run/walk Portion of the proceeds will benefit a mother in need. Sponsorship/vendor opportunities are available. Call or email for details. Like us on facebook for flyer info and all current updates on the event. Fun for the entire family!! Sponsorship levels vary in price. Call or email for details.

May 12, 2013 - 8:00-11:00 a.m.

Training Effect Studio 204 Sonderen O’Fallon, MO 63366 You can register for the event at https://register.bazumedia.com/reg/ form?eventID=3235 Rhythm & Ribs Bring your friends and meet new ones at the best ‘block party’ around!

Savor tasty ribs and cold drinks while enjoying live music, food, friends, fun … and all for a great cause, education. Friday, May 10, 2013 St. Charles Community College Campus $5 gets you in the door or Eats & Drinks Packages for $25 or $50.

Rhythm 6 p.m. SCW Jazz Ensemble 7 p.m. A Rhythm Revue Aurea Clark Matt Wynn Clockwork 8:30 p.m. http://www.stchas.edu/ rhythmandribs/

Visiting Angels Westplex Ownership Change, Lamartinas Announce Retirement We are pleased to announce that we have finally made the difficult decision that it is time to retire. As a result, we will be transitioning out of the Visiting Angels office over the next couple of months. Making this change in our lives possible, are the new Visiting Angels owners– Joe and Amy Deters of Wildwood, MO. Joe and Amy will be an excellent addition to the management team that you’ve come to know over the years. They bring a high degree of passion and experience to the table and we believe they are the perfect candidates to nurture the legacy that we have been building over the past four years.

While a change of this nature may create feelings of uncertainty, we will make every effort to create a smooth transition. Most aspects of our office routine will remain the same under the new owners. Our office staff – Jen, Michelle, Donna, Lana and Natalie will continue in their office roles and you, like our other caregivers, will continue with your current clients and schedule.

In fact, most aspects of Visiting Angels will continue in the same way as in the past.

We will be working with Joe and Amy over the next several weeks to transition the office seamlessly and continue the excellent services provided by Visiting Angels.

Thank you for your ongoing contributions to Visiting Angels. Please call me if you have any questions.

Sincerely, Mark & Gerri Lamartina

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LEMONADE DAY

CONTINUES FROM COVER PAGE Lemonade Day 2013 St. Charles County is being organized by the civic group Partners for Progress (PfP) in cooperation with the Economic Development Center (EDC), Charter Communications, Lindenwood University, and surrounding area Chambers of Commerce.

“We want to help local youth learn how to take their dreams and turn them into a working business plan using the same principles required to start any big company,” said Greg Prestemon, PfP president. “As we inspire kids to work hard and make a profit, they are also taught to spend some, save some, and share some by giving back to their community,” he added.

For this inaugural year of the local program, the goal is to have 250 lemonade stands operating in St. Charles County on June 15th. Event organizers estimate 200,000 youngsters across America and Canada will be participating in the 2013 program.

An informational event for interested youngsters and their parents will be held in May 11, 2013. For more information about Lemonade Day 2013 St. Charles County, please click here or call Curtis Stuesse at 636.441.6880 x 257.

Interested in Advertising in the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce

BUSINESS CONNECTION? Call Brian @ 636-219-9653 or email brian@kfav.com

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CHAMBER ACTIVITIES

New members are welcomed at the April General Membership Meeting held at the Elks Lodge!

Jan’s Travel set a Jamaican mood at their Business After Hours.

A perfect spring day for some networking at the Business After Hours.

Even at 7:30 in the morning these guys are all smiles!

Senator Tom Dempsey gives an update at the monthly Lunch and Legislators meeting.

Members are treated to yummy cupcakes at Cupcake Amore’s ribbon cutting.

Over 130 O’Fallon Chamber members attended the April General Membership Meeting at the O’Fallon Elks Lodge! Lets make it 150 at the May lunch.

Angels on Duty celebrate their 10 year anniversary. Congratulations!

Thank you to Garden Villas of O’Fallon for hosting a great Morning Schmooze!