February 21, 2020 ~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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2020 Census
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Did you know that U.S. Census Bureau data helps communities respond to natural disasters and secure funding for hospitals and fire departments? Explore these stories to find out more.​

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Leap of Kindness
We all have an extra day in February so let's spend it doing something kind for someone else. Join us for Leap of Kindness Day on February 29 Click here to view a list of opportunities.  Be sure to contact the organization if you are interested in volunteering. If you are an organization that would like to add a volunteer opportunity to our list,  click here  to fill out our online form. Thanks.
Update Your Subscriptions
We all receive a lot of e-mails – some we want and some we don’t want. Over the past few years, the Chamber staff has tried to figure out a way to allow members to receive the Chamber news and information they wish to receive. We have finally come up with a way.

We have created several mailing lists based on the information we currently send out. You will not receive any more e-mails than you currently do, but now you can choose to unsubscribe from those that don’t interest you.

There are two ways to update which Committees / Interests e-mail lists you subscribe to.

Log into the member information center by going to http://www.GSTCCC.com. At the top righthand side of the page, click on “Member Login”. Once logged in, on the left, click on Personal > Groups / Interests. Once here you will see a list of the optional Committees and Mailing lists you can subscribe to. Just uncheck the ones you wish to unsubscribe from then click “Save Changes” at the bottom to update.

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Scroll to the bottom of one of our event invitations (usually sent for committees, Biz Brews, Morning Brews, Lunch With Leaders, etc.) and click on “”Click here”. Select “Update my preferences” and a list of Groups / Interests will appear. Uncheck any Committees or Mailing Lists you wish to be removed from then click “Submit” at the bottom to save the changes.

Thank you for your continued participation and support of the Chamber. We are excited to be able to bring you these options.
News You May Have Missed
I-70 Blanchette Bridge Schedule Announced

ST. CHARLES COUNTY- Motorists on Interstate 70 should expect possible delays during their commute beginning Monday, February 17 as crews start preparing for the eastbound I-70Blanchette Bridge rehabilitation project. During this construction...

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Missouri Chamber Foundation awarded $6 million to expand ...

The Missouri Chamber Foundation has been awarded $6 million to expand apprenticeships in support of our state's fast-growing technology industry. The grant comes from the U.S. Department of Labor. On Feb. 18 the department announced 28 grants...

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Lack Of Online Sales Tax Could Be Costing Missouri Up To ...

Missouri is one of the only states that did not update its tax law after the U.S. Supreme Court case South Dakota v. Wayfair Inc. This decision allowed states to charge a sales tax on purchases from out-of-state businesses, even if the businesses ...

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Play Street Museum and Yoga Six Featured on Fox2News today

A snapshot of your neighborhood on Fox 2 News In Your Neighborhood.

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Mission Taco Joint Interview with Alex Rosa

FOX 2 brings you a snapshot of St. Louis area neighborhoods on Fridays.

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Does the rest of the C-suite have confidence in marketing?

Marketers may have one view of their contribution to the business, but do analysts, CFOs and CEOs share the same opinion? A Deloitte report last year found a distinct lack of communication, collaboration, ownership and trust between CMOs and the...

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www.marketingweek.com
3 Ways To Make A New Hire Feel Included

Attracting and hiring top talent today is hard, but making new hires feel included from day one will ensure you retain them. (6 mins read) It's no secret that there's a war on talent, everywhere.

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EDC Business and Community Partners

Local businesses looking to increase their talent pipeline are invit... ed to participate in the 2nd Annual Regional Post-Secondary Career Fair involving school districts in the area on Thursday, March 5. Contact Katie Vargas at 636-851-6433 or...

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How To Deliver Workplace Perks That Employees Love -...

Employers that offer the right set of workplace perks can realize benefits to their business and their workforce. Take, for instance, an increasingly common and inexpensive option: flexible work schedules. Flexible work schedules reap benefits...

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Messaging Matters: How to Attract Your Ideal Customers

Michael Stelzner / / Want to attract more of your ideal customers? Do you know which words and phrases resonate most with your prospects? To explore how to come up with the right messages to attract your preferred customers, I interview Jeffrey...

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Regional agency nudges closer to studying Lambert's future

Wild asked the advisory committee, which consists mainly of aides to the elected officials, to review the list with their bosses and to submit possible changes by the end of the week. Scott Ogilvie, Krewson's representative on the committee,...

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Newly renovated rental house in Historic St. Charles...

ST CHARLES, Mo. - Meet Matt and Audrey Gorski. They buy homes, flip them, and turn them into vacation rentals. It's not your average place to spend the night. All six of their vacation rentals are located within a half mile of each other in...

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St. Charles final liquor ordinance vote set for Tuesday

ST. CHARLES, Mo. The St. Charles City council could make a final vote on a controversial liquor law requiring restaurants and bars along North Main Street to have a portion of their revenue come from food and not alcohol. St.

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Four secrets to successful email marketing

Email marketing remains one of the most effective channels in marketing but in order to succeed it's vital to use best practices. Why are they a secret? With over 293 billion emails sent in 2019 alone, email marketing can seem like a daunting and ...

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Beth Ziesenis on Twitter

My favorite app of 2020: https://t.co/Mx2sxVys1K | Your Nerdy Best Friend https://t.co/KFcj3W2r3G

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How to Write Persuasive Instagram Ads, Captions, and Bios

Carmine Mastropierro / / Want more clicks and engagement on Instagram? Looking for tips on writing that converts? In this article, you'll find techniques for creating compelling Instagram ads, captions, and bios that deliver results. Instagram...

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House passes Narcotics Control Act

On Feb. 17, the Missouri House of Representatives voted to approve House Bill 1693, which would create a statewide prescription drug monitoring program. Missouri is the only state in the nation that lacks a statewide prescription drug monitoring...

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Want to offer support for caregivers of aging relatives? ...

Have you considered how your company can offer support for caregivers? As the nation's population ages, more employees are taking on the role of caregivers. And it's a trend that's only picking up steam.

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Missouri Tourism Commission names Stephen Foutes...

JEFFERSON CITY - The Missouri Tourism Commission named Stephen Foutes Director for the Missouri Division of Tourism today. "Tourism is a vital sector within Missouri's economy," Lt. Gov. Mike Kehoe said. "It fuels jobs in communities all across...

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Upcoming Chamber Events
Morning Brew - February 25, 2020

Networking Event - A perfect blend of friends and conversation! Stop by for a cuppa jo, a warm smile and new connections. You ll meet friendly chamber members from various industries. Bring your business cards to swap you ll leave with a...

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Lunch with Leaders March 2020

Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business community leaders. Program: Building business and community partnerships to provide learning opportunities for students. This meeting ...

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Biz Brew March 2020 - EDC & Chamber co-host

BIZ BREW - Serving straight up business and spirited conversation. Come and enjoy beverages, snacks and engaging discussions with fellow chamber members and guests. * *Always remember to bring lots of your business cards to pass around.

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Business Education Seminar - The Difference Between...

Thursday, April 16 2020 - free educational seminar offered by the Chamber and Purple Monkey Garage

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2019 Year In Review - Video Highlights
Member Visits
Thomson Printing
Do you have an event coming up that you need invitations or programs for? What about campaign signs, flyers or posters? Give Mike Thomson at Thomson Printing a call. They do a great job and get it done on time and can work within your budget. While you're there, make sure to say Hello to Arturo Latimer!
Ardent IT Solutions, LLC
Here is one of our newest members, Justin Klutenkamper. Justin and his business partner David Hunn, are the owners of
Ardent IT Solutions, LLC . Their company offers IT Consulting, Professional IT support and Managed IT Solutions to their clients. Ardent IT Solutions is not a huge company but what they do is provide excellent customer relations and satisfaction to their clients and make sure they offer what works best for them. Their office is located at 1600 Heritage Landing, Suite 208 in St. Peters. Give them a call at 314-925-2626. Oh, and by the way, they are proud partners with our very own St. Louis Cardinals.@Ardent IT Solutions
February Lunch with Leaders
Ribbon Cuttings / Groundbreakings
Yuppy Puppy & The Pet Doctor Celebrate Construction with ...

Jessica Cooke, Owner of the Yuppy Puppy and Dr. Marcy Hammerle, Owner of The Pet Doctor celebrated the future home of both businesses with a groundbreaking ceremony on Friday, February 14, 2020. Joining Jessica and Dr. Hammerle were family,...

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Sher the Experience Celebrates Grand Opening with Ribbon ...

Owner Sherry Polite celebrated the grand opening of Sher the Experience with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, February 20, 2020. Joining Sherry were family, friends, clients, board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber...

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