DECEMBER 2012 FENTON FOCUS PRESENTED BY: FENTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE WWW.FENTONMOCHAMBER.COM ‘A NIGHT IN PARIS’ SAVE THE DATE……….....4 FENTON CHAMBER THANK YOUS…………….8 CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RIBBON CUTTING..6 … this year’s Community Awards recipients And this year‘s award winners are… Small Business of the Year BaumHouse design Mid-Size Business of the Year Drury Hotels Large Business of the Year Wal-Mart—Fenton Service to the Chamber Partners in Education, Rockwood School District Ambassador of the Year Russ Ahlheim, Ad Source One Volunteers of the Year Deb Bokamper, Decorating Den Interiors David Christoff & Joe Fischer Jr., Fischer & Christoff Chamber Spirit Award Z Total Body, Lisa Huseman & Jen McCook New Member of the Year Sherman Auto Sales Inc., Mark Sherman Board Member of the Year Scott Borlinghaus, Fabick CAT
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DECEMBER 2012
FENTON FOCUS PRESENTED BY: FENTON AREA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
WWW.FENTONMOCHAMBER.COM
‘A NIGHT IN PARIS’
SAVE THE DATE……….....4
FENTON CHAMBER THANK YOUS…………….8
CONGRATULATIONS ON
YOUR RIBBON CUTTING..6
… this year’s Community Awards recipients
And this year‘s award winners are…
Small Business of the Year BaumHouse design Mid-Size Business of the Year Drury Hotels Large Business of the Year Wal-Mart—Fenton Service to the Chamber Partners in Education, Rockwood School District Ambassador of the Year Russ Ahlheim, Ad Source One Volunteers of the Year Deb Bokamper, Decorating Den Interiors David Christoff & Joe Fischer Jr., Fischer & Christoff Chamber Spirit Award Z Total Body, Lisa Huseman & Jen McCook New Member of the Year Sherman Auto Sales Inc., Mark Sherman Board Member of the Year Scott Borlinghaus, Fabick CAT
2012 president’s corner...
Pinnacle Partnership SSM St. Clare Health Center Pinnacle Partnership St. Anthony’s Medical Center & Urgent Care
This is my final Fenton Focus Newsletter Article. I am amazed how fast this two- year term has gone by. I wanted to take a moment and extend a sincere ―Thank You‖ to the Fenton Chamber Membership for allowing me the opportunity to serve as President of the Chamber Board of Directors. The experience has been very rewarding both personally and professionally. There is no doubt that your Fenton Chamber organization has much positive energy. This energy comes from all of the individual talent that the Chamber has within its membership. It can be felt by the efforts of our volunteers, it can be seen in the eyes of our high school senior scholarship award recipients, it can be seen by our Business Fair attendees; the social energy is present at our Annual Dinner Auction or Golf Tournament, even at a Fridays in Fenton event or on a street corner during Old Newsboys Day. Let me recap just a few highlights from the past couple of years. Our Chamber Office moved to a new location onto the Maritz Campus which has proved to be very beneficial to the Chamber staff and to the Fenton community. Our very own Executive Director, Jeannie Braun, was awarded as one of the ―100 Professionals to Know to Succeed‖ by Small Business Monthly. We invested in Chamber Nation software, the engine driving our website and membership benefits. This vision and growth will continue. Your current Board of Directors is truly dynamic, visionary and has the talent and professionalism to continue our Chamber mission. It is a real honor and privilege to pass the President role to Mr. Greg Bresler. He shares the personal energy and passion that will serve our membership well. With Sincere Gratitude To Our Membership, All My Best, Dale E. Roethemeyer President—Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce Financial Advisor—Edward Jones
Connect Over Coffee Starting in January, we will begin hosting this quarterly event, specifically focused on giving you an opportunity for interactive member-to-member networking. We will be moving around to some unique businesses and places in the Fenton area. You will not want to miss out! Cost for the event will be $10.00 for members. (This quarterly program will replace the monthly Fridays in Fenton)
CHAMBER 101 Formerly named Member Focus, this seminar is designed for new members, new faces at existing Chamber businesses and prospective new members. During this event, you will learn about how to get the most out of your Chamber membership, including information about Chamber events, advertising opportunities, networking and volunteer opportunities with the Chamber!
Please note that the Annual Dinner Auction will NOT be held in February of 2013. Please MARK YOUR CALENDARS accordingly!
If you have asked the question - how can I improve my chances of having my business loan request approved? Here are a few strategies to help swing the request in your favor.
When reviewing loan applications, bankers usually look for answers to two questions: Will your business likely be around for the term of the loan; and, will it generate enough cash to pay off the debt? Make sure your application includes a business plan, focused on your current performance. Be realistic about future performance and be prepared to defend your forecasts.
Before you ask for a loan, make sure you know the true value of your collateral. Your real estate holdings may not be worth what they once were. Equipment value also depreciates. If this is the case, it may be necessary to include your personal residence or other real estate to shore up your collateral.
Be sure to monitor your credit scores. In small business, there is a strong connection between personal and business finances. Your personal financials and assets, after all, are usually the business‘ financials and assets, too. Your banker will consider both when making a loan decision.
Lastly, ask for your banker‘s advice. You‘re more likely to hear ―yes‖ if you‘ve taken the time to build trust with the bank. Remember, bankers want their clients to succeed. The more they know about you, the better they can support you in your efforts.
Strategies for Business Loan Approvals Article written by: Jodi Clinton, Commerce Bank, Fenton Banking Center Manager
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Prestige Partnership Jim Butler Chevrolet
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Pacesetter Partnership Olde Towne Fenton Business Association
Congratulations on your Ribbon Cutting!
Sherman Auto Sales, Inc. celebrated the Grand Opening of its new location in Fenton at 519B Rudder Road (behind JML Audio or St. Louis) with a Ribbon Cutting celebration, accompanied by staff and members of the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce. This 66-year old company has been family owned and operated since its conception in 1946. Previously located in the City of St. Louis, owner Mark Sherman saw a unique opportunity to move to the Fenton area where there would be more room to show off his vintage treasures and to increase visibility within the community. One step into this facility brings back memories of a bygone era. Practically everything in the showroom is priced to sell so please stop by today and see what kind of trinkets and treasures Sherman Auto Sales has to offer! Don‘t miss out on all that Sherman Auto Sales has brought to the Fenton community. Store hours are Mon. thru Wed. & Fri. 10am-6pm and Sat. 10am-5pm. For more information, contact owner Mark Sherman at 636-326-1616 or visit the company website at www.shermanautosalesinc.com.
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Pacesetter Partnership Greensfelder, Hemker & Gale, PC Pacesetter Partnership Fortune
Audrey Ratcliffe Store Manager
Ho! Ho! Ho-liday Bazaar A Success!
Creative Memories - Terri Cissi
Elevation Church
Elite Cuisine, LLC
Fischer & Christoff
Kristy Carder Enterprises
Mercy Clinic Urgent Care
On Target Bookkeeping Services
Park Lane Jewelry - Julie Krapf
SAMMY J Balloon Creations
Sherman Auto Sales, Inc.
Stiern Laser, Inc.
Sunnyhill, Inc.
Take Shape For Life - Sharon Hartweck
UniQue Ideas ‘N More
Thank you to this year’s holiday bazaar participants!
Thank you, Dale E. Roethemeyer of Edward Jones for his service to the Chamber as President over the past two years. We have enjoyed the liveliness that you bring to each event and we look forward to seeing you at future Chamber events!
Thank you, Marty Wilder of State Farm Insurance/Marty Wilder Agency who will be stepping down from his Board position after this year. We have truly appreciated your service and dedication to the Chamber through your role on the Board of Directors.
The Fenton Chamber Thanks You!
Thank you to Camille Smallwood of The Studio Corner—14 Fenton Plaza—for transforming the Chamber‘s joint-effort advertising section in the St. Louis Post Dispatch into a work of art! She presented the Fenton Chamber with this unique piece to display in the office!
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Pacesetter Partnership Westside Personnel Services Pacesetter Partnership Jefferson College
www.fentonmochamber.com
Rockwood Students Honor Veterans
On November 9th, Rockwood Summit High School hosted its 6th Annual Veterans Day Luncheon, presented by the DECA students. It was truly a sight to be seen as students stood, clapping out of appreciation and respect for the honored veterans as they filed into the building. Over 78 veterans were recognized at the event. The guest speaker in attendance was Joseph J. Frank, a native of Sunset Hills, who received many decorations during his time in the service. The program concluded with a gathering for lunch where Rockwood Summit students were able to meet and greet those veterans at the event. What an incredible program to honor those who both served and sacrificed so much for our freedom today.
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Pacesetter Partnership Anthem Blue Cross & Blue Shield Pacesetter Partnership Edward Jones—Sean C. King
Help Celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Fenton Historical Society with this unique wall calendar featuring original photos!
$4.00 each OR 7 for $25.00! Local postage, $2.00 each; Out of state, $3.50 each
To purchase, call (636) 326-0808.
Fenton Historical Society 2013 Calendars On Sale Now!!!
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Pacesetter Partnership Edward Jones — Dale E. Roethemeyer Partner Club Paymaster Business Services
Plan ahead for the new year and mark the following dates on your calendars.
Sean Hamlin
JANUARY 9th - Luncheon at AB Soccer Park—11:00am 15th - New Resident Mailing Due ($50) 24th - Connect Over Coffee at The HIVE—7:30am
FEBRUARY 1st - Chamber Nation Training—1:00pm 6th - Luncheon at Andre‘s West—11:00am 13th - Jefferson City Trip ($50) 21st - Business After Hours at Que Pasa!—4:30pm
APRIL 3rd - Membership Luncheon—11:00am 5th - ‗A Night in Paris‘ Dinner Auction—6:00pm 15th - New Resident Mailing Due ($50) 25th - Connect Over Coffee—7:30am
MAY 3rd - Chamber Nation Training—1:00pm 8th - Membership Luncheon—11:00am 29th - Business & Community Fair—3:30pm
JUNE 5th - Membership Luncheon—11:00am 13th - CHAMBER 101—8:00am
JULY 10th - Membership Luncheon—11:00am 15th - New Resident Mailing Due ($50) 25th - Connect Over Coffee—7:30am
AUGUST 2nd - Chamber Nation Training—1:00pm 7th - Membership Luncheon—11:00am 19th - FACC Golf Tournament 22nd - Business After Hours—TBD
SEPTEMBER 4th - Membership Luncheon—11:00am 12th - CHAMBER 101—8:00am
OCTOBER 2nd - Membership Luncheon—11:00am 15th - New Resident Mailing Due ($50) 24th - Connect Over Coffee—7:30am
NOVEMBER 1st - Chamber Nation Training—1:00pm 6th - Membership Luncheon—11:00am 21st - Business After Hours—TBD
The new year is full of changes at the Chamber! You will notice that the monthly Fridays in Fenton event has been changed to a quarterly Connect Over Coffee breakfast networking event and the Member Focus
event has been changed to CHAMBER 101! Please note that the above dates are subject to change.
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FENTON CHAMBER OFFICE CLOSED FOR HOLIDAYS Monday, December 24th thru Wednesday, December 26th; Also closed Monday, December 31st & Tuesday, January 1st; 1400 South Highway Drive; Fenton, MO. If you have questions, please contact us by phone at 636-717-0200 or visit the Chamber website at www.fentonmochamber.com.
NEW YEAR‘S EVE PARTY AT ANDRE‘S WEST & SOUTH Monday, December 31st; 8:00pm-1:00am; Two Convenient area Locations… Andre‘s West—211 S. Old Highway 141 in Fenton OR Andre‘s South—4254 Telegraph Rd in St. Louis. Cost is $39.95 per person ($44.96 AFTER December 15th) Price includes: deluxe buffet dinner, 5-hr. open bar, champagne toast at midnight, professional DJ, appetizer centerpieces at each table, FREE photo booth and much much more! This event sell‘s out every year so don‘t miss it!!! For more information or to register for this event, please contact Andre‘s at 314-894-2622.
NEW YEAR‘S DAY OPEN HOUSE AT RIVERCHASE Tuesday, January 1st; 1:00pm-4:00pm; 990 Horan Drive; Fenton, MO. Join us for a FREE day at RiverChase on New Year‘s Day! Jump in the indoor pool and take a plunge down our two-story waterslide. Take a free instructional Zumba class in or out of the water. Kids can show their basketball skills with a contest in the gym. Lots to do with some great membership and program specials! Free refreshments and giveaways! You won‘t want to miss this annual event. For more information, call 636-343-0067.
ALL ABOUT AGING—FREE SENIOR RESOURCE FAIR AT ST. PAUL‘S PARISH-FENTON, MO Wednesday, January 2nd; 9:00am-12:00am; 15 Forest Knoll Drive; Fenton, MO. St. Paul‘s Parish and Memory Care Home Solutions presents this resource fair which will feature over 30 vendors, including Claim - Medicare and insurance information, Mid-East Area Agency on Aging; Elder and Disability attorney, Walgreens will be offering flu shots. This event will provide important information for caregivers, senior citizens and disabled citizens. For more info, contact Memory Care Home Solutions, 314-645-6247.
OLDE TOWNE FENTON TRIVIA NIGHT AT ANDRE‘S WEST Friday, January 25th; 7:00pm-11:00pm; 211 S. Old Highway 141; Fenton, MO. Join us for this exciting fundraising event! Dinner, Open Bar, Trivia, Auction Items, Raffles and Prizes! Cost is $25 per person…tables of 10. Tickets must be pre-purchased. Proceeds benefit the Olde Towne Fenton Business Association. For more info or to purchase tickets, contact Don Pfitzinger at 636-349-3344.
Local Community Events
Partner Club U.S. Cellular Partner Club Coughlin, Donovan, Niehaus & Scherle, P.C.
Share your upcoming events with the Fenton Chamber! Contact us at (636) 717-0200 or simply
Partner Club SERVPRO of Fenton/South Ballwin Committed Member Extra Space Storage
2013 Executive Board… Meet the President!
Please join us in welcoming your incoming Fenton Chamber President, Greg Bresler with Andre‘s Banquet Facilities & Catering. Greg has served on the Board of Directors since January 2011 and Andre‘s has been a member of the Chamber since 2001. Greg‘s wife, Megan Bresler, is also a member of the Fenton Chamber with Carrollton Bank. Greg and Megan live in St. Louis county. Greg‘s presidential term will begin next month. Welcome!
Vance Scherrer - SERVPRO of Fenton/South Ballwin Marty Wilder - State Farm Insurance
A special thank you to Viviano’s Festa Italiano for
providing a delicious hot breakfast to all of the Old Newsboys Day Volunteers! We appreciate the support!
WE RAISED APPROX.
$2700 FOR LOCAL AREA
CHILDREN’S CHARITIES!
Thank You !
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Good News
Committed Member SAMMY J Balloon Creations Committed Member Schmersahl Treloar & Company CPA’s
Do you have business tips to share with
the fellow Chamber
members?
Contact us today by calling
(636) 717-0200 Thanks!
Our Condolences... The Fenton Chamber offers the sincerest of condolences to the family of Greg and Megan Bresler for the passing of Greg‘s
grandmother last month.
U.S. News & World Report named Maryville University of St. Louis as the top
over-performing college in the nation!
Anytime Fitness located at 1177 Gravois Road will be moving to a new, larger location with
even more amenities in the early part of 2013!
Chris Pallozola (left) has been appointed to the position of Community Relations Director/Acting Executive Director for Circle of Concern after joining the organization in September.
RKAI has announced the retirement of Architect and
Founder, Donald J. Rataj. Kurtis R. Krueger will take
over the management role.
Congratulations to Glenna Ard of Coldwell Banker Gundaker as she will be retiring this month! We have thoroughly enjoyed your company at Chamber events and we hope that you will keep in touch!
Thank you to Delmar Gardens of Meramec Valley for a wonderful Light Up the Valley event last month! Thank you to everyone who donated to the Give Joy With A Toy drive at the December Luncheon! Thank you to everyone who supported Stanton Elementary in their shoe drive. Thank you to the Ambassadors who were in attendance at the December Luncheon. We appreciate everything you do! Thank you to Maritz for their hospitality at this month‘s membership luncheon. A special thank you to Jim Davis of World Pay for providing wonderfully festive holiday music at the Awards Luncheon, courtesy of 5 Star Sound! Thank you to everyone who donated a door prize at the December Awards Luncheon: Lauren Scherer of Lutheran Senior Services at Meramec Bluffs, Lisa Huseman & Jen McCook of Z Total Body, Bob Stiern of Stiern Laser Inc., Julie Krapf with Park Lane Jewelry, Jan Muschler with Mercy Clinic Urgent Care, Lori St. Clair of On Target Bookkeeping Services, Thad James of SAMMY J Balloon Creations, Mark Sherman of Sherman Auto Sales, Michele Van Tuyl of UniQue Ideas ‘N More, Kristy Carder of Kristy Carder Enterprises, Terri Cissi with Creative Memories, Sharon Hartweck of Take Shape For Life, Joe Fischer Jr. of Fischer & Christoff and Cheryl Jaycox with The HIVE @ 44.
Committed Member Juice Plus - Sherry Amen Committed Member Carrollton Bank
December 5th—December Awards Luncheon at Maritz
Just a friendly reminder…
Greg Bresler (left) & Dale E. Roethemeyer (middle) presented Marty Wilder (right) with a plaque in recognition of his service to the Board of Directors as he will be stepping down from his position.
Loralee Mondl of the Picture Rockwood Facilitating Team shared valuable information about the newest program at Rockwood School District.
Fenton Chamber Tear-Off Maps are Available for Pick-Up at the Chamber Office! We encourage you to display these in your place of business to show off what the Fenton community has to offer!
Community Guides should be arriving to your mailboxes! The Chamber Office has extra copies if you would like to display them at your location!
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Upcoming Calendar of Chamber Events
Monday, Dec. 24th; Tuesday, Dec. 25th & Wed., December 26th—Office Closed All Day for Christmas Holiday
Monday, December 31st & January 1st—Office Closed All Day for New Year’s Holiday
Wednesday, January 9th —Membership Luncheon at AB Soccer Park—11:00am-1:00pm; 1 Soccer Park Drive; Fenton MO. Join us for this monthly membership event. Luncheon Sponsor: SERVPRO. A program representative from Ameren will be our guest speaker, helping members learn more about the Ameren Missouri Energy Efficiency Program beginning January 2nd, including (but certainly not limited to) how to apply for cash incentives for implementation of energy efficiency measures. In the meantime, if you have questions about the Ameren Missouri Business Energy Efficiency Program visit www.actonenergy.com or call 1-866-941-7299. Luncheon cost is $18 for members; $20 for non-member guests. Please RSVP for this event by Friday, January 4th online or call 636-717-0200.
Thursday, January 24th —Connect Over Coffee (formerly Fridays in Fenton), The HIVE@44—7:30am-8:30am; 1710 Fenpark Drive; Fenton, MO. Start your day off right and join us for refreshments and a light breakfast at this quarterly event, specifically focused on giving you an opportunity for interactive member-to-member networking! We will be moving around to some unique businesses and places. You won‘t want to miss it! Join the staff at The HIVE @44 where owner Cheryl will show off her beautiful space and all that she has to offer you as Chamber members and the Fenton community. Please RSVP for this event by Tuesday, January 22nd online at www.fentonmochamber.com or call 636-717-0200.
Committed Member On Target Bookkeeping Services, LLC Committed Member McManus Construction Inc.
Check out the flyer in this newsletter for information regarding the...
Jefferson City Trip Wednesday, February 13th
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New Members Welcome Our Newest Members! Please join us in welcoming our newest Chamber
members by patronizing their businesses. Their Chamber membership reflects their integrity as a responsible business owner and demonstrates their commitment to the community.
AREI, LLC 7026 US Highway 61/67, Ste. D
Barnhart, MO 63012 Phone: 636-464-7663
Doug Pratt, Dir. of Training & Mktg. www.arei.us
Construction Appliance by AUTCOhome
1694 Larkin Williams Road Fenton, MO 63026
Phone: 636-349-4946 Art Stumpf, Sales
Eagle Bank and Trust 3944 Vogel Road
Arnold, MO 63010 Phone: 636-575-3017
Molly McKay, Asst. Vice President www.eaglebankandtrust.com
Organic Growth Services 1710 Fenpark Drive Fenton, MO 63026
Phone: 314-282-7250 Derek Puleo, President
www.organicgrowthservices.com
The Maune Company 7711 Bonhomme Avenue, Ste. 310
St. Louis, MO 63105 Phone: 314-862-1777
James Newman www.maune.com
World Pay House Springs, MO 63051
Phone: 636-212-3384 Jim Davis, Account Executive
www.worldpay.us
Committed Member Mary Kay Cosmetics-Linda Branham Committed Member The Grounds Guys of Fenton
Thank Your For Referring A New Member!
Faye Whobrey - LegalShied/Identity Theft referred Jim Davis with World Pay
Thad James - SAMMY J Balloon Creations referred Derek Puleo - Organic Growth Services
Pictured (left to right): Dale Roethemeyer-FACC President/Edward Jones, Jeannie Braun-FACC Ex. Director, Nathan Maurer & Mayor Bill Nolan-Nolan Office Interiors, Jim Davis–World Pay, Julie Krapf-Park Lane Jewelry, Kristie Gabel & Chef Doug McKee-Elite Cuisine, Derek Puleo-Organic Growth Services, Hilda Orosco-Insperity, Lori St. Clair-On Target Bookkeeping Services, LLC
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Renewing Members for November
Al‘s Automotive & Tire ● American Family Insurance-Loren Stuckmeyer
American Legion Post 400-Fenton Memorial ● Anthem College
