October 1, 2021~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
Elite Members
Newsletter Sponsor
Lang Insurance

Interested in Serving on the Board of Directors??
Board Applications Due By October 1st ~ TODAY
Board of Directors Application

The Executive Committee (proceeding in accordance with Section 3.16) shall nominate, from the membership (including Entity Designees) of the Chamber, a slate of directors to replace the elected directors whose regular two-year terms are expiring...

Read more
www.gstccc.com
Although it’s just September, the Chamber is looking toward the new year. With that in mind, the Board of Directors is compiling a list of members, in good standing, from which a few will be chosen to serve on the Board of Directors.

Members are encouraged to consider nominees / themselves to serve on the board, and submit their completed application to President Scott Tate by Friday, October 1,2021. You can find the application to the right of this story.

A candidate for the Board will typically possess the following qualifications:
  1. A pattern of attending meetings and events held by the Chamber for at least one year prior to becoming a Board member;
  2. Hold a position of authority in his/her place of business;
  3. Be involved in other non-profit, service, civic, cultural or charitable organizations in St. Charles County; and
  4. Possess such other qualifications as the Executive Committee deems appropriate.

To view a list of the 2021 Board of Directors, click here to be directed to the Chambers About Us section of the website.

The Board provides guidance and oversight for all Chamber activities, policies, procedures, etc. Please consider nominating members you know will represent the Chamber to the best of their ability.
Click the image above to view our online directory of members
If your business offers online shopping or has an online catalog, please contact the Chamber
office so we can make sure you're promoted through our directory - Category: "Online Shopping Available"
News You May Have Missed
In Search Of...
Chamber Members to feature themselves with FREE Podcast on Local St. Charles!
 
Promote yourself and your business, products & services with a Podcast on Local St. Charles. We are teaming up with Chamber Member, Ken Tucker, from ChangeScape Web. Ken will interview you in a simple chat!


Safely Dispose Unused Prescription Drugs for Free at...

Do you have any expired or unneeded prescription medications in your home? You can safely dispose of them free of charge, no questions asked, at the National Rx Take Back Event.The event is from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 23, 2021, at...

Read more
www.gstccc.com
St. Louis Business Expo

Meet hundreds of business owners who attend specifically to find ways to run better businesses. Where else can you meet so many decision makers in one day? -Network with hundreds of potential new customers. -Demonstrate your product or service in ...

Read more
www.stlouisbusinessexpo.com
Women's Lacrosse Receives 2021 National Championship...

The Lindenwood women's lacrosse team received its 2021 National Championship rings this past Friday. The Lions celebrated the 2021 squad that finished with a record of 17-1 on its way to capturing the first-ever National Championship in program...

Read more
lindenwoodlions.com
State senator Dr. Bob Onder 'looking at' challenging...

Missouri Sen. Bob Onder said he's "looking at" challenging Steve Ehlmann next year for St. Charles County executive, a role long held by the incumbent. Onder, a Republican physician from Lake Saint Louis first sworn into the Senate in 2015, would ...

Read more
www.bizjournals.com
Here's where Hi-Pointe Drive-In will open its 4th location

The new location will feature creative burgers, sandwiches and shakes COTTLEVILLE, Mo. - St. Charles County foodies get excited! Something new is coming to the Cottleville Landing. Mike Johnson, co-owner of Hi-Pointe Drive-In, confirmed to 5 On...

Read more
www.ksdk.com
How a PEO creates a scalable HR infrastructure for...

Middle-market companies in growth mode ‒ especially those seeking to grow by acquisition or to grow and be acquired ‒ can face several challenges related to HR infrastructure. Hiring at scale, offering attractive benefits, maintaining the...

Read more
www.insperity.com
12 things to know about the No Surprises Act

CMS has so far unveiled part one and part two of the No Surprise Act, a bill that has some hospitals concerned about its rapidly approaching implementation date of Jan. 1, 2022, and that it doesn't do enough to address the reasons behind high...

Read more
www.beckershospitalreview.com
Proposed IRS rule requiring report of transactions above ...

(The Center Square) - Missouri Treasurer Scott Fitzpatrick is joining 22 state leaders opposed to requiring financial institutions to report all personal and business transactions over $600. The new requirement is part of the American Families...

Read more
www.thecentersquare.com
St. Louis Premium Outlets Career Fair

Please join active Job Seekers and Recruiters for a Career Fair on Thursday, October 14, 2021 at the St. Louis Premium Outlets, Center Court in Chesterfield. The Event goes from 8 am until noon, and again from 1 pm until 5 pm.

Read more
www.gstccc.com
Road closure begins tonight on Interstate 70 at Route 370

Drivers traveling on eastbound and westbound Interstate 70 at Route 370 in St. Charles County may experience delays as crews work on emergency pavement repairs that developed in the shifted lanes of the bridge rehabilitation work zone. Tonight,...

Read more
midriversnewsmagazine.com
SSM Health to offer drive-thru flu vaccine clinics

SSM Health is offering free, drive-thru flu vaccination clinics across the St. Louis region on Saturday, Oct. 9. In St. Louis County, clinics will be held from 1-5 p.m.. at SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles, Fourth & Jefferson streets...

Read more
midriversnewsmagazine.com
Cooper's Hawk Winery to open new location in St. Charles ...

Construction is starting immediately on the new 10,000-square-foot restaurant and winery ST. CHARLES COUNTY, Mo. - Cooper's Hawk Winery, an upscale national restaurant chain, will open its second St. Louis location next year in St. Charles...

Read more
www.ksdk.com
7 steps to handle employee attendance issues

Maybe you're the kind of business leader who prefers to create a work culture free from the corporate grind of time clocks, rules and rigid schedules. Or perhaps you don't want to be that person at your company, the one who knows exactly what...

Read more
www.insperity.com
The Simple Mindset Shift That Can Change How You Think...

Stay informed and join our daily newsletter now! 1 min read Wes Kao, co-founder of digital course platform Maven, has been a part of more than 150 launches, usually focused on her area of expertise - branding and messaging. Along the way, she...

Read more
www.entrepreneur.com
Your USPS Mail Might Be Slower Starting Today - Here's...

The U.S. Postal Service's controversial new service changes went into effect Friday, potentially slowing down as much as 30% of first class mail-here's how the changes might affect your mail delivery: The service changes, part of USPS's broader...

Read more
www.forbes.com
These Five Tactics Will Help You Outrank Your...

One of the best ways to beat your rivals is to look at what they're doing and improve on it. It's not always easy to figure out what your competitors are up to, though. Where do you begin your search? Is it the same process for old and new sites?

Read more
www.marketingprofs.com
Cave Springs Toastmaster's OPEN HOUSE

Cave Springs Toastmaster's Open House, Oct. 6th at 8 am, 2000 Salt River Road in St. Peters, MO 63376

Read more
www.gstccc.com
High Burden of Proof Established for COVID-19 Exposure,...

The Missouri House voted to pass Missouri Senate Bill 51, which establishes provisions related to COVID-19 exposure liability actions, COVID-19 medical liability actions, and COVID-19 products liability actions, in the final minutes of the 2021...

Read more
beyondthefineprint.com
Click the sign above to print
and display in your business.
Upcoming Events
Biz Brew October 2021

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.

Read more
www.gstccc.com
Lunch with Leaders October 2021

All guests are asked to wear a mask when attending functions at the St. Charles County Ambulance District. Program: World Trade Center St. Louis International T.I.P.s Join us as Susan Spitz, International Business...

Read more
www.gstccc.com
Santa's North Pole Dash
Our theme for this years' Santa's North Pole Dash is based off the family classic - The Polar Express. Participants will receive a themed shirt (shipped directly to their homes) and a collectable finishers medal at the finish line.

If you would like your runners shirt delivered prior to raceday, you MUST register prior to November 17th. Any registrations after this date will have their shirts shipped the week of December 6th.

Interested in taking part this year?? Click the button below to register today.
Recent Ribbon Cuttings
Camp Bow Wow Ribbon Cutting
Owner Daytheon Jeffries celebrated the grand opening of his new business, Camp Bow Wow with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, September 30, 2021.

Joining Daytheon were staff members, family friends, clients and board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce.

Camp Bow Wow is located at 1751 Scherer Parkway. Not only is Camp Bow Wow the first to open in the St. Louis area, but the St. Charles location joins more than 190 locations in 42 states and Canada as part of the nation’s largest, most trusted doggy day care and boarding franchise. Through the Bow Wow Buddies Foundation, Camp Bow Wow is proud to give back to its community through grants to individuals, shelters and rescue groups to help pay for necessary veterinary care.
If you’re looking for pup services which include all – inclusive care, all day play, socialization and overnight stays, please call Camp Bow Wow at 636-925-BARK (2275) or visit their website at campbowwow.com/st-charles