September 24, 2021~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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Board Applications Due By October 1st (next Friday)
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...

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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"
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COUNTY REGIONAL EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT TO ACTIVATE SIRENS...

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Upcoming Events
Morning Brew - September 2021

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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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.

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Lunch with Leaders October 2021

Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business community leaders. Program: World Trade Center St. Louis International T.I.P.s Join us as Susan Spitz, International Business...

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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.
Sponsorships Still Available
Call 636-946-0633 for more details
Recent Ribbon Cuttings
Wineology

Owner Lori Cheatham celebrated the grand opening of her new business, Wineology with a ribbon cutting on Thursday, September 23, 2021.

Joining Lori was her husband, children, mom and several staff members. Also on hand were City of St. Charles Economic Development Director Mike Klinghammer, representatives from several Missouri Wineries and Distilleries who were offering samples and board members and ambassadors with the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce.

Wineology is located at 3767 New Town Blvd in St. Charles. Did you know that the state of Missouri bottles nearly 1 million gallons of wine annually? It's true! The State of Missouri was designated an award-winning wine-growing region before Napa, California even pinged on most wine-lovers' radar. At Wineology, they strive to honor the state's long and distinguished wine-making history by offering locally and regionally bottled wines, beers, spirits and featuring locally-made products on their food menus.

For more information on Wineology, their products and menu, please visit https://www.visitwineology.com/ or call 636-757-3048