July 28, 2022~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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Festival of the Little Hills
Sip & Savor St. Charles County
Mark your calendar to attend the Premier tasting event in St. Charles County on September 1st at 370 Lakeside Park in St. Peters. Over 600 tickets were sold during our Early-Bird ticket sales day and we're well on our way to another great year and SELL-OUT Event!

Do you know a fantastic restaurant who has a great menu and wants new clients coming through their doors? This is the event for them! They'll be able to feature their "most popular menu item" in sample portions to 1,500 potential customers. Vendors will receive Social Media Marketing, mentions in press releases leading up to the event and posters to display at their restaurant which shows their participation.

We want to celebrate all the great restaurants in our area and you can help us! Simply print out the Vendor Application, have your favorite restaurant complete the form and return to Lori. Those who refer a restaurant who participates will receive a PAIR of tickets to Sip & Savor. Want tickets for all your friends to enjoy a night of Sippin' and Savoring? Get your 5 best hangouts to participate!! The Vendor Form is available in the blue button below!
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Feature Your Business
on Our Podcast
You're invited to promote your business through the Local St. Charles podcast. Done in conjunction with Ken Tucker and ChangeScape web, members of the Greater Saint Charles County Chamber of Commerce have the opportunity to share their successes, their stories, and their challenges. Podcasts are published on Apple, Spotify, through the Chamber's facebook page, in this very e-newsletter and through the Local St. Charles (news section) on the Chamber's website.

The format is a video Livestream through StreamYard and then turned into a podcast. You'll need to submit interview questions, a bio sheet and headshot to complete the booking process.

Click here to start the process and submit your name for a guest appearance.
City of St. Peters Offering Flood Debris Pickup for...

The City of St. Peters will be offering flood debris pickup for residents who encountered sewer backups, basement flooding, or first floor flooding due to the recent flood event that began on July 26, 2022. Twenty of these flood debris pickups...

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Residents and Businesses in the City of St. Charles with ...

Saint Charles, MO - As a property owner in the City of St. Charles contemplating clean up and repairs following recent historic flooding, the City Floodplain Administrator's office is reminding residents/business owners to obtain local permits...

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How successful would your business be if it could add one new client every day? Join us for this lively, two-hour interactive workshop designed to motivate employees to make positive changes that improve customer service and stimulate growth! Want a preview? Check out our interview with David Aaker by clicking the photo above!!
7 ways to encourage employees to take ownership of their ...

You've probably heard someone say, "One of my professional goals is taking ownership of a big project." But as a business leader, have you said, "I really want my employees to desire taking ownership of their work"? When you think if an ideal...

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Matt Heady Joins EDC as Assistant Vice President -...

The EDC of St. Charles County is pleased to welcome Matt Heady to the role of Assistant Vice President - Credit Analyst. Heady's background includes six years of healthcare financial management experience and three years as an insurance auditor....

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U.S. Economy Shrinks for a Second Quarter

The U.S. economy shrank for a second straight quarter, raising chances of a recession

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Fewer Americans applied for jobless benefits last week

WASHINGTON (AP) - Fewer Americans applied for jobless benefits last week, but the previous week's number was revised upward significantly, with claims breaching the 250,000 level in back-to-back weeks for the first time in more than eight months.

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Federal government small business contracting hits a...

The federal government awarded small businesses $154.2 billion in contracting dollars in fiscal 2021 - about $8 billion more than in 2020 - but fewer businesses got a slice of the pie. Overall, the federal government's annual small-business...

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ST. CHARLES COUNTY EXECUTIVE DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY ...

ST. CHARLES COUNTY, MO - St. Charles County Executive Steve Ehlmann has declared a State of Emergency in the county because of the torrential rain and flooding that hit the area this week. Flash flooding caused severe damage to homes and...

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Small Business Disaster Loan Program

LOAN PROGRAM PARAMETERS: 1. The Disaster Relief loan program, part of the MO Small Business Loan Program, intends to provide financial assistance and access to capital to businesses impacted by a natural disaster. This may include businesses...

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Greg Bardley, Owner and Practice Manager of Amari...

We speak with Greg about what Pedorthics are, what they do, and how they are different than a podiatrist.

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8 creative employee growth and development ideas

Employee development is an important part of creating a culture of continuous learning within your organization. Unfortunately, many small and midsize businesses don't have a big budget for the latest and greatest advances in employee...

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CLASS RECORDING: HOW TO DEVELOP AN ENTREPREURIAL MINDSET ...

Develop an Entrepreneurial Mindset: Watch this class recording with tips on how to develop your entrepreneurial mindset so you learn from setbacks and grow in your business journey. VIEW TOOL Learn more from GetSetUp

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5 Hacks for Resolving Still Chaotic Supply Chains

As the triple whammy of 40-year record inflation, hiring hurdles and supply chain bottlenecks continue to throttle commerce in America, smart businesses are getting creative. From rethinking fulfillment and materials handling systems to planning...

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Upcoming Events
August 2022 Biz Brew

BIZ BREW - Serving straight up business and spirited conversation. Engaging discussions with fellow chamber members and guests. Always remember to bring lots of your business cards to pass around.

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Lunch with Leaders August 2022

This luncheon is our format for connecting you with business & community leaders.Program: David K. Aaker, IOM, will be our Motivational Keynote speaker; "Leadership for Business Success" David is a Trainer & Author on Customer Service, Leadership ...

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