January 19, 2018 ~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News
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Newsletter Sponsor ~ Defenders Gateway
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Mike Sommer Named
2017 Citizen of the Years
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Last month, the Chamber's Citizen of the Years Selection Committee, consisting of past board chairs and past Citizen of the Years Award recipients, met to select the recipients of the Chamber's 2017 Citizen of the Years and Lifetime Distinguished Service Awards.
Congratulations to the Chamber's 2017 Award Recipients
Citizen of the Years Award
Mike Sommer
Lifetime Distinguished Service Awards
Civic: Jerry Hollingsworth
Cultural: Richard Baum
Humanitarian: Denise Liebel
Chamber Champion
Keith McNames
The Chamber will recognized these individuals along with their Chamber Champion at their annual Year End Celebration on Friday, February 16, 2018, from 6pm to 10pm at Ameristar Casino Resort Spa.
Invitations will be mailed in early-January 2018.
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NETcinity Community App Launching Soon
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We are excited that NETcinity will soon be launched in St. Charles & St. Peters! Check out the video above then visit the Apple App or Google Play store and download the app. What a great way to get local information and offers from local businesses sent directly to your phone!
Click here
to find out how to get a beacon placed in your business.
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Download “MemberPlus” from your app store
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Available for Apple and Android
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- Register eventd
- Post a Hot Deal, Job, or Press Release
- Change your info
- Subscribe to newsletters
- Avoid registration lines by checking in when you arrive
- and More!!
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Tuesday, February 13
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SSM Health–Kisker Outpatient Center
1475 Kisker Road
St. Charles, MO 63304
*Appointments available from 7am-6:40pm
Thursday, February 15th
SSM Health – St. Charles Outpatient Center
711 Veterans Memorial Parkway
St. Charles, MO 63303
*Appointments available from7:30am-3pm
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Have You Had Your Yearly Mammogram??
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On Tuesday, February 13th and Thursday, February 15th special 3D mammography events will be held for GSTCCC members at two convenient SSM Health Breast Care locations within St. Charles, offering flexible times. The SSM Health Breast Care locations provide a relaxed and private environment as well as an on-site radiologist for immediate consultation (if needed). All you need to do is sign-up for a time slot, provide a phone number for registration and SSM will take care of the rest. Food will be provided at the breast care center and you will receive a special gift when you leave.
Remember...Early Detection Saves Lives!
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Many small businesses in our community continue to search for affordable health coverage options. That’s why the
Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce
is proud to partner with the Missouri Chamber of Commerce and Industry to create a new health program that offers potential savings to businesses with 50 or fewer eligible employees. This new program is called the Missouri Chamber Federation Benefit Plan. It uses an innovative structure that enables smaller employers to join together to share in the overall claims risk. This creates a larger self-funded pool providing greater stability and financial protection backed by Anthem’s stop loss coverage. This is called a multiple employer welfare arrangement, or MEWA.
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We encourage our members who have
50 or fewer eligible employees
to look into this new health coverage option. It is possible that many employers in our business community
could
find a cost savings by participating in the Missouri Chamber Federation Benefit Plan.
The first step to take is to visit
https://mochamber.com/mewa/
to learn more and follow the link to get a quick rate estimate. The website also includes a list of participating brokers your company can contact to begin the process of joining this new health care coverage option.
Members currently able to provide the coverage include J.W. Terrill and Crane Insurance Agency.
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New USPS Postage Rates Go Into Effect on January 21
The proposed new postage rates by the U.S. Postal Service (USPS) are going to be implemented on Sunday, January 21, 2018. The USPS filed a notice to increase the price of mail services with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) in October 2017,...
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smallbiztrends.com
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2018 Small Business of the Year Award
Every year since 1963, the President of the United...
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www.gstccc.com
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EDC Open House
If you're a a business owner, know a business owner or are thinking of starting a business, this is your opportunity! $500 check to anyone who signs a lease (no really, $500) Free business counseling Networking with over 25 businesses (because ...
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Governor Greitens Outlines Principles for Tax Reform
Today, Governor Eric Greitens announced the principles for his plan for state tax reform. "For too long, our tax system has benefited special interests. Our tax plan puts working families first. We're simplifying the tax code so small shops can...
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governor.mo.gov
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The Most Livable Small Cities in the U.S. - SmartAsset
Big cities can be challenging places to live. But if you are trying to leave a big city it can be difficult to find a smaller city worthy of moving to. Big cities tend to get the most attention when it comes to cost of living, quality of life and ...
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smartasset.com
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Eigel, Koenig tag team tax reform in Senate Ways and...
JEFFERSON CITY, Mo. - The junior senators from the St. Louis region, Sen. Andrew Koenig and Sen. Bill Eigel, have taken a large task upon themselves in their mission to reform the state's tax code, and their fellow senators on the Senate's Ways...
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themissouritimes.com
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Library board hires new director
The St. Charles City-County Library District Board of Trustees recently announced it has selected a new library director, according to a press release. On Dec. 21, the board voted unanimously to offer the position of St. Charles City-County...
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www.stltoday.com
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BCI Featured in Manufacturing Today Magazine
Boone Center, Inc. (BCI), a for-purpose contract...
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www.gstccc.com
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GCL-Poly subsidiary GCL Technology Research Center LLC...
A unit of the Chinese company that bought SunEdison's solar materials business for $150 million has acquired six acres in St. Charles County for $3.9 million. GCL Technology Research Center LLC, an affiliate of GCL-Poly Energy Holdings Ltd.,...
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www.bizjournals.com
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Confirmed: Senate approves Rob Dixon, Anna Hui as...
The Missouri Senate has confirmed Rob Dixon and Anna Hui as directors of two departments that are critical to the future of the state's economy. Dixon will serve as director of the Missouri Department of Economic Development and Hui is now the...
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mochamber.com
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American businesses can't find workers
The job market is so hot that employers are struggling to handle the consequences. A Federal Reserve survey released Wednesday found labor shortages all over the country. And more businesses said they had no choice but to pay more to attract and...
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money.cnn.com
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Apple announces second campus, promises to bring 20,000 jobs
On the heels of the frenzied competition between cities for Amazon's HQ2, Apple announced earlier today that it will also be building a second headquarters somewhere in the U.S.-setting off similar excitement among cities and local leaders.
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www.curbed.com
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8 social awareness tactics that will make you a better...
You've probably heard about the importance of emotional intelligence (EQ). But, are you developing the skills that are essential for increasing your EQ? Social awareness is key. According to the book Emotional Intelligence 2.0, while...
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www.insperity.com
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Use Handwritten Notes to Build Business Relationships
Marie Leslie One of the things I love most about Christmastime is that good things appear in my mailbox. In addition to the usual assortment of bills and ads, I get letters and Christmas cards from friends, family and associates all around the world.
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www.marieleslie.com
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January 23, 2018 - Gingham's Homestyle Restaurant
January 23, 2018 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...
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Lunch with Leaders February 2018
February 6, 2018 Previously known as our General Membership Meeting, this luncheon is our format for connecting you with business & community leaders. Program: Dan Mehan, from the Missouri Chamber, will talk about the Upcoming Legislative...
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www.gstccc.com
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Biz Brew - February 2018 - Third Wheel Brewing
February 21, 2018 Join us at Third Wheel Brewing for our February Biz Brew gathering - Serving Straight Up Business and Spirited Conversation. Come & Network with your fellow peers.
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www.gstccc.com
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Regional Day at the Capitol
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Scott Tate and Wendy Rackovan were invited to join the St. Louis Regional Chamber of Commerce at St. Louis Regional Day at the Capitol on Wednesday, January 17th. Lunch at the Governor's Mansion included guest speakers Drew Erdmann, Chief Operating Officer with the State of Missouri and Joel Walters, Director of the Department of Revenue. Following a brief tour of the Mansion, the delegation visited lawmakers at the Capitol including Senator Nasheed, Rep. Marsha Haefner and Sen. Jill Schupp.
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