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MAY 2013
FENTON FOCUS PRESENTED BY: FENTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WWW.FENTONMOCHAMBER.COM
CHAMBER AWARDS 20
SCHOLARSHIPS…………..7
CHECK OUT NEWEST FACC MEMBERS……….18
LAST CALL: BUSINESS &
COMMUNITY FAIR………11
2013 Business & Community Fair Wednesday, May 29th * 4:30-6:30PM * Rockwood Summit
Special Guest Article by Councilwoman
Colleen Wasinger inside on page 8
We Hope To See You There!
FREE ADMISSION!
LOCAL RESTAURANT FOOD SAMPLES
250+ INDIVIDUALS REPRESENTING
120 BUSINESSES & ORGANIZATIONS
NETWORK WITH LOCAL BUSINESSES
PROMOTE YOUR PRODUCTS/SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY
EXPAND YOUR PROFESSIONAL &
PERSONAL NETWORK
ACQUIRE NEW CLIENTS/CONTACTS
...SUPPORT THE FACC!
2013 president’s corner...
Pinnacle Partnership SSM St. Clare Health Center Pinnacle Partnership St. Anthony’s Medical Center & Urgent Care
Wow, another great attendance for our monthly luncheon and the networking style of the event created quite a buzz. The Chamber had the honor of our having new City of Fenton mayor, Mike Polizzi, in attendance. We are looking forward to continued growth and positive synergy with the City as we work as a cohesive group towards creating the best business community Fenton has to offer. I would like to thank our past mayor, Dennis Hancock, for all of his efforts in forming the relationship that the Fenton Chamber and the City of Fenton have today… he will be missed! Last year, the Fenton Chamber of Commerce worked closely with police, fire and city officials to help our members focus on disaster preparedness. In light of recent violent acts such as the Boston bombings and disasters such as the fertilizer plant explosion in Texas, I thought this would be a good time to bring this topic to the forefront of everyone‘s mind again. Have you made your plan of action if something should happen to disrupt your business? If there is violence in your workplace, what is your survival strategy? If there is a flood or fire in your building, how would you exit the building and ensure the quickest way to get back to business? The Fenton Chamber of Commerce has created a Business Assistance Database which has been shared with the Fenton Fire Protection District as well as the St. Louis County Police Department. This database is comprised of Fenton Chamber members and the resources that each can offer during time of need. The hope with this is that the database will become an integral part of each company‘s plan of action during an emergency. This database will be updated again next year, however in the meantime, please remember to contact the Chamber Office if your business needs assistance from fire, flood or any type of emergency. The database consists of available temporary office and warehouse space, volunteers, food/water, equipment and much more. It‘s finally here! After all of the preparation and much anticipation, the Business & Community Fair has finally arrived. Now is the time to make sure your ―Elevator speech‖ is fine-tuned. If you need to, refer back to the Fred Miller program we had at our membership luncheon in March. To make the event as effective as possible for your business, have your booth planned out and any give outs ready to go when you arrive to set up at the Fair. There a many events constantly happening and Fenton Chamber of Commerce definitely offers the tools for your business to succeed. Please keep your eyes out for all of the emails and updates sent out by the Chamber office staff. Thank you to all of our members for your support and remember, SHOP CHAMBER FIRST!! Sincerely, Greg Bresler President – Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce General Manager – Andre‘s Banquets and Catering
OFFICERS
PRESIDENT Greg Bresler - Andre’s Banquet Facilities & Catering
1st Vice President
Scott Borlinghaus - Fabick CAT
2nd Vice President Jim Berberich - Al’s Automotive & Tire
Secretary
Vance Scherrer - SERVPRO of Fenton/South Ballwin
Treasurer Lori St. Clair - On Target Bookkeeping Services, LLC
DIRECTORS
Larry Belgeri - Westside Personnel Services
Paul Carcagno - Fortune Insurance
Jodi Clinton - Commerce Bank
Ginny Goede - The Jewelry Connection
Michael Griffin - UniGroup
Bill Hoefer - SSM St. Clare Health Center
Rick Nadler - Grand Rental Station
Sarah Roesslein - Drury Hotels
Dale E. Roethemeyer - Edward Jones
Debbie Schirmer - Maritz
Immediate Past President
Dale E. Roethemeyer
St. Louis County Police Liaison Captain Jeff Bader
City of Fenton Liaison
Nikki Finkbiner
STAFF
Executive Director — Jeannie Braun
Assistant Director — Lisa Rackley
Communications Coordinator — Kelly O’Daniel
Administrative Assistant — Betty Rottler
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Congratulations On Your Ribbon Cutting
Welcome Our Newest Partner
Upcoming Calendar of Events
Welcome New Members!
Good News & Thank Yous
Chamber Awards 20 Scholarships
LAST CALL: Business & Community Fair
Stanton Shoe Project A Success
The mission of the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce
is to promote, support & represent business for the betterment of
our members and the community.
Pinnacle Partnership Grand Rental Station
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Pinnacle Partnership Fabick CAT Prestige Partnership Drury Hotels Pinnacle Partnership Maritz
A Special Thank You… We would like to extend a huge thank you to Linda Branham with Mary Kay Cosmetics for her dedication and continued support of the Fenton Chamber! In last month‘s newsletter, we accidentally left off Linda‘s name on the list of volunteers at this year‘s Dinner Auction event and we would like to offer our sincere apologies for this error. Thank you, Linda, for all that you do to support the Chamber; you are appreciated! Pictured right: Steve Branham with Jim Branham Tree Service & Linda Branham at the event!
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Prestige Partnership Express Employment Professionals Prestige Partnership Jim Butler Chevrolet
Edward Jones-Matt Thomason 900 S. Highway Drive, Ste. 101
Fenton, MO 63026 Phone: 636-343-2267
www.edwardjones.com
Congratulations on your Ribbon Cutting!
Anytime Fitness 7 Dillon Plaza Drive
High Ridge, MO 63049 Phone: 636-326-4004
Contact: Mike Kaliban, Owner
For the full press release for these Ribbon Cuttings, go to www.fentonmochamber.com Also, more photos of these Ribbon Cuttings can be viewed on the Fenton Chamber Facebook page
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Pacesetter Partnership Olde Towne Fenton Business Association Prestige Partnership UniGroup
www.fentonmochamber.com
Fenton Community Charitable Association disbursed $20,000 to the local food pantries which was raised at their 12th annual gala on February 23rd. This is the second year that proceeds were for the benefit of the local food pantries. The F.C.C.A. has contributed more that $250,000.00 since it's formation to our local area. They accept donations at any time, just mail your contribution to FCCA-PO Box 1284, Fenton, MO 63026.
Bill Heimburger, owner of Graphics Factory, five-year Fenton Chamber member, passed away suddenly on Wednesday, May 1st. It was noted in his obituary that his greatest achievement was the starting and growing of a successful sign and graphics business. Bill was committed to serving his community and
found it next to impossible to go out without running into someone he knew. One of his favorite pastimes was boating with family and friends. Bill's broad smile and big heart filled every room he was in. He was an anchor to his family; he was a loyal friend to many and will be missed by all.
The full obituary for Bill Heimburger can be viewed at www.stltoday.com under the ‗News‘ section.
Our condolences are with his wife, Debbie, family, friends and staff at Graphics Factory.
*Article information taken from obituary on www.stltoday.com
Pictured below are (from left): Chris Pallozola-Circle of Concern; Mary Hettenhausen-Feed My People; City of Fenton Mayor Mike Polizzi-President FCCA; Christine Hancock, Ginny Goede-FCCA Secretary; Bill Hoefer, SSM St. Clare President; Bob Soest-St. Vincent DePaul Society and Russ Weil-FCCA treasurer.
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Pacesetter Partnership Fortune
FACC Golf Tournament ► 8.19.13
Pacesetter Partnership Clayton Corporation
Each year, the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce awards scholarships to graduating seniors who reside in the 63026 zip code and plan to attend a college, university, technical or trade school. Since 1989, the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce has distributed more than $220,000 in awards to 283 high school graduates.
This year‘s scholarship recipients include: Alexandra Adams from Rockwood Summit, Josh Allen from Fox Senior High School, Kelsey Battelle from Rockwood Summit, Courtney Battelle from Rockwood Summit, Kaelin Brueseke from Rockwood Summit, Sean Clancy from Rockwood Summit, Rachel Ess from Fox Senior High School, Clint Grobelny from Northwest High School, Valerie Iannazzo from Rockwood Summit, Austin Martin from Rockwood Summit, Brendan McClew from Rockwood Summit, Kelly Nuetzel from Rockwood Summit, Alina Povarich from Northwest High School, Jeffrey Roethemeyer from Rockwood Summit, Rebecca Schreiber from Northwest High School, Nicole Sparks from Rockwood Summit, Vidhan Srivastava from Lindbergh High School, Jaime Staengel from Rockwood Summit, Ralph Turner from Rockwood Summit and Alexandria Watson from Rockwood Summit.
Scholarship recipients will be recognized at a special banquet luncheon on Wednesday, July 10th at Anheuser Busch Conference Center–2 Soccer Park Road in Fenton. Members of the Fenton Chamber, along with the high school seniors and their families, are invited to join us for this annual luncheon to honor the outstanding achievements of these 20 scholars.
On behalf of the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, Membership and Staff, we extend a well-deserved congratulations to this year‘s scholarship recipients. For more information, contact the Chamber at 636-717-0200. Registration for the luncheon is available online at www.fentonmochamber.com.
Fenton Chamber Awards 20 Scholarships
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Pacesetter Partnership State Farm Insurance/Marty Wilder Agency Pacesetter Partnership Jefferson College
Dear Friends and Neighbors, Within the County Council‘s Third District, the following beautiful parks offer a variety of activities and amenities. Buder Ebsworth Laumeier Love Museum of Transportation Ohlendorf West Queeny Park Simpson Unger George Winter On April 2, 2013, Proposition P won approval in both St. Louis County and the City of St. Louis. This 3/16ths of a cent sales tax increase is expected to generate approx. $31 million a year to fund improvements to the Gateway Arch grounds, the region's Great Rivers Greenway trails, and for county and city parks. County voters passed the measure with 53 percent of the vote. Tom Ott, interim director of the county's Parks and Recreation Department, offers the following thoughts on our park system: The St. Louis County park system will be 63 years old this year. The Parks and Recreation Department was created when the County Charter was adopted in 1950. Today, the St. Louis County park system consists of 70 park sites, comprising 12,700 acres. One of the best aspects of our Parks Department is the diversity of recreational facilities and activities we offer to the residents of St. Louis County. We have 140 miles of trails, 77 picnic shelters, 134 picnic sites, 99 athletic fields, and much more. We also have some unique items like the Alpine Tower and Team Challenge Course at Greensfelder Park, a Radio Control Airplane field at Buder Park, Disc Golf Courses at four park locations and animals at Suson and Lone Elk. We offer over 400 programs each year with an emphasis on outdoor programming. For a listing of all our facilities, programs, and activities please check us out at http://www.stlouisco.com/ParksandRecreation. If you are looking for a fun activity for the family or just want to get some exercise and fresh air, then St. Louis County Parks has something to offer close to your home. Warm regards,
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Pacesetter Partnership Westside Personnel Services Pacesetter Partnership Edward Jones—Sean C. King
www.fentonmochamber.com
Welcome Our Newest Partnership Member!
Join the 38 Members who have said
‗YES‘ to Partnership!
AXIUS Financial
joined the Fenton Chamber just one year ago this month and recently
renewed their membership at the
Committed Member Level!
Partnership levels start at just $500 and can be customized
to fit any business needs!
Contact the Chamber Office to find out how you can get more
out of your membership by becoming a partner.
Partnership members can be found at the
bottom of each page in this newsletter! Contact the Chamber Office for Partnership Information!
8039 Watson Road
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Pacesetter Partnership Edward Jones-Dale E. Roethemeyer Partner Club Vogel Heating & Cooling
We depend on a dedicated group of volunteers to ensure the success of the
Business & Community Fair on 5/29!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR THE FOLLOWING:
EVENT SETUP (9:00am-3:00pm) DURING EVENT TASKS (3:00pm-6:00pm)
CLEAN-UP (6:00pm-7:30pm)
We mainly need volunteers for the morning. Any time that you can give, if even just for an hour
or two, we would greatly appreciate it. Please contact the Chamber Office at (636) 717-0200.
Without logging in, you can… Register for upcoming events Access online Member Directory Submit a Community Event Submit a Press Release Email the Chamber Office
When logged in, you can… Build Traffic Catcher Site (TCS) page Submit a coupon for website/app Register for upcoming events Pay membership dues Update your company contact info
Need help? Call (636) 717-0200.
WE NEED YOUR HELP!
What can you do on the Chamber Website?
www.fentonmochamber.com
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Partner Club Coughlin, Donovan, Niehaus & Scherle, P.C. Partner Club American Eagle Credit Union
Alliance Credit Union American Eagle Credit Union Andre's West Banquets & Catering Bark Park at Unger Dog Park Bethesda Health Group Bi-State Landscape Supply, Inc. Body Balance Chiropractic Brain And Body Power Breakthrough Pain Relief Clinic Brown Mackie College-St. Louis Chiropractic Wellness Center Circle Of Concern Citizens for McCaherty Coldwell Banker Gundaker-Mike Travaglini Consumers First Insurance Agency Culver's of Fenton Current News Magazine Delmar Gardens of Meramec Valley Eagle Bank and Trust Envision Eye Specialists Estep Law Firm, The Fabick CAT Feed My People Fenton Family Dentistry Fenton Fire Protection District Fenton-High Ridge.Patch.com
Fischer & Christoff Fit Gym Fortune Grand Rental Station The Grounds Guys of Fenton Hope Animal Hospital Jefferson College Jilly's Café and Steakhouse Jim Butler Chevrolet Krispy Kreme Kyvon Inc. Liberty Mutual Insurance Company Magical Journey Travel Martin-Jetco Heating and Air Conditioning Mary Kay Cosmetics-Linda Branham McAlister's Deli McManus Construction, Inc. Menchie's Frozen Yogurt Mercy Clinic Women‘s Health-Fenton Midwest Eye Associates Neighbors Credit Union Olde Towne Fenton Veterinary Hospital On Target Bookkeeping Services, LLC Organization in Bloom-Terry Capehart Our Savior Lutheran School PC Tech
PNC Bank Premier Care Orthopedics & Sports Medicine PRORehab, P.C. Radiant Research, Inc. Red Robin Gourmet Burgers RiverChase of Fenton Rockwood Schools SAMMY J Balloon Creations SERVPRO of Fenton/South Ballwin SSM St. Clare Health Center St. Anthony's Medical Center St. Louis County Library-Meramec Valley St. Louis County Police Department St. Luke's Urgent Care Center Stiern Laser, Inc. The Studio Corner Travelers Lane UniQue Ideas 'N More Viviano's Festa Italiano Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Westside Personnel Services X-Stream Power Wash & Paint Xtreme Krav Maga & Fitness Z Total Body, LLC
LAST CALL: Business & Community Fair!
The following is a list of participants who have signed up as of Friday, May 10th. They will be featured in a special tab of the
May 22nd edition of The Current News Magazine…
Don’t see your name? Register your booth today…You won‘t want to miss it!
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AMAZING TASTE TO BENEFIT CIRCLE OF CONCERN Sunday, May 19th; 1:00pm-5:00pm; Wildwood Town Center-183 Plaza Drive; Wildwood MO 63040. Celebrate spring and help needy families in west St. Louis County at Amazing Taste, a fundraising event to benefit Circle Of Concern. Sample unique beer, wine and spirits from more than 80 vendors. A bbq lunch is included along with live music! There also will be a mixologist competition and silent auction. This outdoor event will take place rain or shine. (You must be 21 years old or older to attend.) Tickets are available for $40 at the door. For more information, call Chelsey at 636-861-2623.
―RESTORING TRUST IN THE WORKPLACE…‖ SEMINAR PRESENTED BY JACK SMALLEY, SPHR AT MARTIZ Tuesday, May 21st; 7:30am-11:30am; Maritz Conference Center; 1400 South Highway Drive; Fenton MO 63099. Event sponsored by Express Employment Professionals. Restoring trust in our workplace begins with each of us. As leaders, we must understand, accept, and take ownership of how every daily decision we make impacts others. In today‘s highly competitive business environment, remaining No. 1 has become the new standard and can only be achieved by developing a culture of trust with your employees and external customers. There is no charge to attend this event ($200 value). To RSVP or for more information, call (314) 968-2700.
FREE BINGO (FOR SENIORS 55+) AT DELMAR GARDENS Tuesday, May 21st; 2:30pm-3:30pm; 1 Arbor Terrace; Fenton MO. Free Bingo for Seniors 55 and over. Every 3rd Tuesday of each month. Delicious snacks and drinks. Seating is limited so please RSVP! Call 636-343-0016 for more information or to RSVP.
―WOMEN AUTO KNOW‖ EVENT PRESENTED BY MUNGENAST ST. LOUIS HONDA Thursday, May 23rd; 6:30pm-8:30pm; 5939 South Lindbergh Blvd; St. Louis MO 63123. This complimentary event will be focused on automotive safety and related topics, courtesy of your friends at Mungenast St. Louis Honda. Within our female friendly atmosphere, you will gain knowledge and resources in order to feel more empowered regarding vehicle, maintenance and safety issues. Please RSVP if you plan to attend by calling Shan at 314-894-1330.
MEMORIAL DAY CEREMONY AT HEROES MEMORIAL Monday, May 27th; 10:00am-11:00am; Heroes Memorial at Fenton City Park; 1215 Larkin Williams Road; Fenton, MO. Join us for this annual Memorial Day honorarium for the Military Men and Women who sacrificed so much for our Freedom. For more information regarding this event, contact the City of Fenton at 636-343-2080.
CELEBRATE FENTON! BUSINESS & COMMUNITY FAIR AT ROCKWOOD SUMMIT HIGH SCHOOL Wednesday, May 29th; 4:30pm-6:30pm; 1780 Hawkins Rd; Fenton. This event is FREE and FUN FOR ALL AGES! Enjoy over 120 local businesses, food samplings, health screenings, fitness demos, face painting, balloon entertainment by SAMMY J Balloon Creations, chiropractic massages, health screenings, participation from local schools, and special appearances from: St. Louis Cardinals Rally Squirrel, Ronald McDonald, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Red of Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and more! Jim Butler Chevrolet will have a car display; St. Louis County Police and Fenton Fire Protection District will have their Emergency Response Vehicles on display. Lots to see and do! Call (636) 717-0200 for more information.
Local Community Events
Partner Club SERVPRO of Fenton/South Ballwin Partner Club Martin-Jetco Heating & Air Conditioning
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Committed Member Midwest BankCentre Committed Member Schmersahl Treloar & Company CPA’s
I had the privilege of attending Leadership Day at Stanton Elementary last month. Over 300 educators from across the Midwest came in to view how Stanton effectively incorporates Leadership Habits into the curriculum.
During the presentation we had the opportunity to hear from Haley Bosek, the 4th grader who was inspired to make a difference in the lives of children in other countries. Haley was exposed to the fact that, in Africa, the children suffer from terrible diseases and have high mortality rates due to not having clean water.
She was inspired to make a difference and proposed a Leadership Project to the school counselor, Cathy Westbury. Haley then found local business owner, George the Shoeman, and learned about his Water Project. Cathy helped Haley put together a team and set a goal of collecting 5,000 pairs of shoes which would provide a water purification system that can clean 10,000 gallons of water per day and water purification training for two people.
January came and they were 1,100 pairs of shoes short of their goal. In the spirit of the 7 Habits, we asked the community to come together to help reach the goal. Stanton ended up with 5,184 pairs of shoes! Haley was so excited to tell the room full of 350 adults about the project. When I spoke with Haley, I asked her to tell me how she was able to reach her goal. She was quick to point out that it took a team of people and she would not have been able to reach the goal on her own (Habit 6, Synergize, at its finest!). Haley said she used all 7 Habits in the project, especially Habit 1: Be Proactive and Habit 5: Seek First to Understand.
Thank you to all of the Fenton Chamber members who donated to Stanton’s efforts!
Did You Know? Shoe donations can be dropped by the Chamber Office for Shoeman Water Projects!
Stanton Elementary Shoe Project A Success!
Article written by: Jodi Clinton, Commerce Bank, Fenton Banking Center Manager
Haley Bosek (middle), 4th grader at Stanton Elementary and Project Creator, with Jodi Clinton of Commerce Bank (left) and George the Shoeman of Shoeman Water Projects (right).
For more information about Shoeman Water Projects, visit them on the web
at www.shoemanwater.org
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Committed Member SAMMY J Balloon Creations Committed Member Extra Space Storage
We are very proud to announce that Lisa Rackley, Assistant Director of the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce, became the proud Grandma of twin baby boys, Emory & A.J. early this month at SSM St. Clare Health Center. Congratulations to Lisa and to her daughter, Amanda on the birth of the twins!
The Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce has created a Business Assistance Database which has been shared with the Fenton Fire Protection District as well as the St. Louis County Police Department. This database is comprised of Fenton Chamber members and the resources that each can offer during a time of need. The hope with this is that the database will become an integral part of each company‘s action plan during an emergency. This database will be updated again next year, however in the meantime, please remember to contact the Chamber office if your business needs assistance from Fire, Flood or any type of emergency. The database consists of available temporary office and warehouse space, volunteers, food/water, equipment and much more! For more information regarding this database, contact the Chamber Office at 636-717-0200. All Chamber members will be contacted when the
times comes to update the database.
REMINDER: Emergency Preparedness
Congratulations, Lisa!
Thank You !
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Good News Thank you to everyone who attended the Ribbon Cuttings of Edward Jones-Matt Thomason & Anytime Fitness! Thank you to Team Activities for Special Kids for hosting last month‘s Connect Over Coffee event and thank you to all of the Chamber members and guests in attendance! Thank you to everyone who attended the Chamber Nation training class at the Chamber Office! Thank you to recent enewsletter sponsors: National Laser & Inkjet Cartridge Service and Construction Appliance by AUTCOhome! Thank you to On Target Bookkeeping Services, LLC for sponsoring the May Membership Luncheon! Thank you to all of the guests who attended our special ―Bring A (Potential) Member‖ membership luncheon. Thank you to everyone who donated a door prize at the May Membership Luncheon: Bark Park at Unger Dog Park, Kristy Carder Enterprises LLC, The Private Bank-Diane Quitmeyer, Take Shape For Life-Sharon Hartweck, Circle of Concern, American Eagle Credit Union, Prism Touch Massage, Westside Personnel Services, Jilly’s Café & Steakhouse, Bi-State Landscape Supply Inc., Mary Kay Cosmetics-Linda Branham, The Studio Corner, Body by Vi-Jeannie Wilson, UniQue Ideas ‘N More, The HIVE @ 44, and Z Total Body, LLC Thank you to everyone who attended the Ribbon Cutting of one of our newest Chamber members, Fit Gym !
Committed Member Carrollton Bank Committed Member On Target Bookkeeping Services, LLC
Congratulations to Jim Butler Chevrolet—759 Gravois Bluffs Boulevard in Fenton, ranked No. 1 in Chevrolet retail sales for first quarter in the St. Louis area, selling 474 new Chevrolet cars, trucks and SUVs in the quarter.
Grant Masonry & Contracting Company has been named the 2012 Safety Award Winner by the American Subcontractors Association – Midwest Council. Wow, what an achievement… Congratulations!
Lindsay Winkler of Bi-State Landscape Supply, Inc. and her husband welcomed home a baby boy back in October 2012. He measured 20‖ long & weighed 7lbs, 8oz. Today he‘s a happy, healthy six-month old... Congratulations on your bundle of joy, Lindsay!
Our Condolences…
*** our sincerest apologies if we missed anyone ***
Please keep Fenton Chamber staff member, Betty Rottler, and her family in your thoughts with the recent pass-
ing of her father, Welton L. Grass.
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April 25th—Connect Over Coffee at T.A.S.K.
Committed Member McManus Construction Inc.
May 8th—Membership Luncheon at Andre’s West
Committed Member The Grounds Guys of Fenton
Sponsored by:
Thank you to everyone who attended!
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Upcoming Calendar of Chamber Events
Wednesday, May 29th—Celebrate Fenton! Business & Community Fair at Rockwood Summit—3:30pm-4:30pm Business to Business Networking, 4:30pm-6:30pm Open to the Public; 1780 Hawkins Road; Fenton MO. This event is FREE and FUN FOR ALL AGES! Enjoy over 120 local businesses, local restaurant food samplings, health screenings, fitness demos, face painting, balloon entertainment by SAMMY J Balloon Creations, chiropractic massages, health screenings, participation from local schools, and special appearances from: St. Louis Cardinals Rally Squirrel, Ronald McDonald, Clifford the Big Red Dog, Red of Red Robin Gourmet Burgers and more! Jim Butler Chevrolet will have a car display; St. Louis County Police and Fenton Fire Protection District will have their Emergency Response Vehicles on display. Lots to see and do! Call (636) 717-0200 for more information. BOOTHS STILL AVAILABE… SPACE IS VERY LIMITED!
Wednesday, June 5th—Membership Luncheon at RiverChase of Fenton—11:00am-1:00pm; 990 Horan Drive, Fenton MO. Sponsored by: Bethesda Health Group. Join us for this monthly luncheon event where we will welcome a fantastic guest speaker in New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author, Bill Donius. His topic: "How to Think Differently about Your Business by Applying Neuroscientific Breakthroughs". Lunch will be catered by: Jilly's Cafe and Steakhouse. Cost: $18 members; $20 guests. Please RSVP by Friday, May 31st online at www.fentonmochamber.com or by calling the Chamber Office at 636-717-0200.
Thursday, June 13th—Chamber 101 at the Chamber Office—8:00am-9:00am; 1400 South Highway Drive, Suite 99, Fenton MO. Are you a new member of the Fenton Chamber? Are you a new contact for an existing member of the Chamber? Or maybe you just want to learn about opportunities with the Chamber and how you can get more involved in our programs. Join us for this exciting quarterly event! It is complimentary to attend; we just ask that you please RSVP online at www.fentonmochamber.com or call 636-717-0200.
Wednesday, July 10th*—Scholarship Luncheon at AB Soccer Park—11:00am-1:00pm; 2 Soccer Park Road; Fenton MO.
Monday, July 15th—New Resident Mailing Flyers Due to Chamber Office—All Day; 1400 S. Highway Dr, Ste. 99, Fenton MO
* Please note: luncheon date moved to second Wednesday of the month due to Fourth of July holiday *
Committed Member Mary Kay Cosmetics-Linda Branham
ONLINE PAYMENT IS AVAILABLE FOR ALL EVENTS!
BUSINESS & COMMUNITY FAIR • WEDNESDAY, MAY 29TH • ROCKWOOD SUMMIT HIGH SCHOOL ~ 3:30-4:30PM BUSINESS TO BUSINESS NETWORKING • 4:30-6:30PM OPEN TO THE PUBLIC ~
Committed Member Rataj-Krueger Architects, Inc.
Sean Hamlin
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New Members Welcome Our Newest Members! Please join us in welcoming our newest Chamber mem-
bers by patronizing their businesses. Their Chamber membership reflects their integrity as a responsible busi-ness owner and demonstrates their commitment to the community.
Citizens for McCaherty Fenton, MO 63026
Phone: 314-537-5341 Contact: Ray Brockman
in support of Representative John McCaherty
Fit Gym of Fenton
1177 Gravois Road Fenton, MO 63026
Phone: 314-685-8838 Contact: Rhonda James www.fitgymfenton.com
Little Chicken Design
& Communications 3624A Bowen Street St. Louis, MO 63116
Phone: 314-435-3072 Contact: Stephanie Haenchen www.littlechickendesign.com
Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt 98 Gravois Bluffs Circle Dr, Ste. A
Fenton, MO 63026 Phone: 636-326-6311
Contact: Steffanie Campbell www.menchies.com
Responsive Respiratory
261 Wolfner Drive Fenton, MO 63026
Phone: 636-600-4030 Contact: Tom Bannon www.respond02.com
Committed Member Z Total Body, LLC
New Member Referrals!
Dale E. Roethemeyer of Edward Jones referred Stephanie Haenchen of Little Chicken Design & Communications
Committed Member Nolan Office Interiors
...here‘s how the program works...
Refer a new member to the Fenton Chamber and receive your choice of ONE of the following rewards:
(1) Paid Luncheon
Business Card Ad in the Fenton Focus Newsletter
50% off a 1/4 page ad in Fenton Focus Newsletter
In order to count as a referral, the new member must have your name written on the application so be sure that you
make those good connections and leave them with your business card!
Pictured (left to right): Greg Bresler-Andre‘s Banquet Facilities & Catering, FACC President; Melissa Bresler & John Vogel-Vogel Heating and Cooling; Bob Koehler-Syndicated Solar, Inc.; Pat Lane-Travelers Lane; Debbie & Steve Dudley-Legal Shield; Brad Spelbring-Toolbelt Trainers; Stephanie Haenchen-Little Chicken Design & Communications; Lori St. Clair-On Target Bookkeeping Services, Membership Chair; Jeannie Braun-FACC Exec. Director
Thank you to all of the New Members in
attendance at the May Membership Luncheon!
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Renewing Members for April
Calloway Insurance Company • Consumers First Insurance Agency Dairy Queen-Orange Julius • Dave Mungenast St. Louis Honda/Motorsports
Elevation Church • Erb Equipment Company, Inc. • Fenton-High Ridge Patch.com Graphics Factory • Heartland Industries, Inc. • IESI/Progressive Waste • Kyvon, Inc.
The Little Gym of Fenton • PNC Bank • Our Savior Lutheran School • PNC Bank Robert D. Arb, Attorney • Spencer Auto Glass • St. Louis County Library-Meramec Valley
St. Louis Post Dispatch • Stiern Laser, Inc. • The Studio Corner • The Tan Company
PARTNERSHIP RENEWALS
Thank you, SAMMY J Balloon Creations!
Volunteers Needed for this year’s Golf Tournament! Monday, August 19th at Tapawingo National Golf Club
Committed Member Axius Financial Committed Member Construction Appliance by AUTCOhome
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PAID Fenton MO
Permit No. 119
FENTONFOCUS
Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce
1400 South Highway Drive, Suite 99
Fenton MO 63099
(636) 717-0200
(636) 717-0214 Fax
www.fentonmochamber.com
Membership Luncheon
RiverChase of Fenton 990 Horan Drive
Fenton, MO 63026
Wednesday, June 5th 11:00am—1:00pm
Guest speaker: New York Times and Wall Street Journal best-selling author, Bill Donius. His
book “Thought Revolution” will be on sale at the luncheon!
CHAMBER 101
Thursday, June 13th 8:00am-9:00am
Fenton Chamber Office 1400 S. Highway Drive, Suite 99
Fenton, MO 63099
Are you a new member of the Fenton Chamber? Are you a new contact for an existing member of the Chamber? Or maybe you just want to learn
about opportunities with the Chamber and how you can get more involved in our programs.
Join us for this exciting quarterly event!
This event is complimentary.
Please RSVP by Tuesday, June 11th online or contact the Chamber Office.
Cost: $18 members; $20 guests
Please RSVP by Friday, May 31st online or contact the Chamber Office.
