eNewsletter July2014

BusinessConneCtion

a publication ofthe O’FallonChamber of Commerce

july 2014

30th AnnuAl FireCrACker run wrAp up

hank you to everyone who made the 30th Annual Firecracker 10K, 5K and 1M Fun Run on Friday, July 4th a huge success! Over 2,000 runners, spectators and

volunteers made this the biggest year ever.

With unheard of July weather, (it was 65 degrees when the run started) all of our runners had a fantastic morning and were then treated to plentiful runners only area full of eats and drinks from local businesses.

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22nd AnnuAl o’FAllon ChAmBer GolF tournAment

he O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce that the 22nd Annual Golf Tournament will be held at The Falls Golf Course in O’Fallon, MO on Monday,

September 8, 2014. This annual event is open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to participate in this opportunity to enjoy eighteen holes of golf and all of the extra tournament fun at a great price.

10:30am Registration, 12:00am Start$100 per person or $400 for a foursome All golfers will receive a bag

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Chamber 101: Get to know your o’Fallon Chamber and how to take advantage of your membership. plus!...networking!

don’t forget to register for only $16!

General membership meeting Tuesday, July 2211:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.Elks lodgE1163 tom Ginnever, o’Fallon, mo 63366

rise & shine...to join us for the o’Fallon Chamber’s morning

schmooze, a Free monthly, networking event open to Chamber members. Arrive ready to network

with a pocket full of business cards and a 1 minute infomercial.

Thursday, July 177:30 - 9:00 a.m.

WingaTE by Wyndham32 research park Cir, weldon spring, mo 63304

Tuesday, July 84:30 to 6:30 p.m.

habiTaT for humaniTy rEsTorE186 mid rivers Center, st. peters, mo 63376

Stay for 5 minutes or 2 hours, whichever fits into your schedule best. our free monthly Business After

hours are a great way to build relationships with many of your fellow Chamber members. Average

attendance at these free events is around 60 Chamber members!

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2145 Bryan Valley Commercial DrO’Fallon, MO 63366Phone: 636-240-1818Email: [email protected]

Mission Statement:The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business.

Vision Statement:The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will be the catalyst for the prosperity of our community as a valued resource for businesses, organizations, and residents.

Officers:Jeff Arneson, JLJ Technology, Chair of the BoardMichael Favazza, Favazza & Associates, 1st Vice ChairMark Crank, Marcos Productions, 2nd Vice ChairBrenda Lowder, Thomas Realty, TreasurerStacee Gilmore, Promotions Pronto, SecretaryAdam Hopper, PNC Bank, Past Chair of the Board

Directors:Harold Bliggenstorfer, Missouri Baptist UniversityHeather Deatz, Community NewsCindy Elking, Quintessential CateringRon Epps, Citizens National BankKim Jimenez, Elm Dental CareCarla, Klaskin, MercyDan Luigs, Insurance StoreBrian Richardson, KFAV 99.9 FMJan Stanczak, Jan’s Travel & CruiseSheles Wallace, Billionaire ThoughtsJohn Weeks, Mass Financial Group

Staff:Erin Williams, President/CEOSara Henderson, Communications DirectorNina DeAngelo, Director of Member Engagement

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In May the Chamber hosted a new program, 12@12, a roundtable discussion between business owners,

Chamber Board Members, City Officials and O’Fallon Mayor Bill Hennessy. The purpose of the meeting is to have an open conversation about the accomplishments and struggles our business are having and learning more about how both the City and Chamber can assist.

Our first meeting’s conversation was centered on workforce development, particularly in manufacturing and other skilled trades. From that meeting we have been working on learning more about technical training opportunities, the Missouri Work Ready Communities program as well as other avenues available to our employers to find the employees they need to help their businesses succeed. Although we haven’t yet hosted our July 12@12, I’m anticipating another great discussion that will lead to more action steps in making our community the best place for businesses to succeed. If your company is facing

a particular struggle that you would like to share or for the Chamber to assist, please don’t wait for an invitation to 12@12; make a call to the Chamber office. If your company isn’t struggling, but rather having great accomplishments, make a call to the Chamber- we would love to share your great news!

Finally, I will simply put out a reminder as we get into the dog days of summer; on January 6th it was -10 degrees in O’Fallon with a wind chill of -33.

Enjoy your summer!Jeff Arneson2014 Chairman of the Board


he O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce will be hosting a free breakfast where the business community can

hear from their State Senator & State Representatives on important issues and challenges brought to the State of Missouri.

Legislators confirmed include

Representative Robert Cornejo, Representative Kurt Bahr, and Representative Chuck Gatschenberger.

The breakfast will be held on July 25, 2014 at Garden Villas of O’Fallon located at 7092 S Outer 364 in O’Fallon, MO 63368. Doors will open at 7:00 a.m., with the

program beginning at 7:30 a.m. This event is made possible through the generosity of Centurylink.

Reservations are required and can be made by contacting the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce at 636-240-1818, [email protected] or online at www.OFallonChamber.org.

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n general working hours are 6:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Saturday. Second shifts may occur but will not be very often during the winter months. All

work is weather dependent.

Route 94The Route 94 bridge girders have been set and crews will be pouring the driving surface in the coming weeks. Pipe work continues between Route 94 and Motherhead Road. Motherhead RoadThe bridge deck and the barrier walls are complete. Crews are continuing to grade the side of the roads and pipe work is starting in the area.

Gutermuth RoadBlasting of rock in the area is complete.

Crews are still working to remove the blasted rock, which is being used as foundation on other parts of the project.

Crooked CreekThe bridge decks are completed.

Dardenne CreekThe bridge supports are complete and girders for the new bridge will be set in the near future.

Tributary BCrews finished pouring the surface for the new bridge on June 25.

Route KGirders have been set for the new bridges at Route K. Crews will soon start to put rock foundation down on the ramps at Route K.

Bryan RoadConstruction on the bridge walls is completed and crews are working on the roundabout on the exit.

Hanley RoadCrews are finishing work seeding and mulching in the area.

Henke RoadCrews have started seeding in the area. Foundation work also continues.

Interstate 64Rock base is complete on the new ramps. Crews will start seeding and mulching in the are soon and guardrail has been installed along I-64 near the approach to the ramps.

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FireCrACker runConTinuEd from fronT PagE

our presenting sponsor Mercy and our sponsors and vendors for their kind support and time. A Health Expo was held following the race and was full of great vendors offering a variety of great information and goodies.

With an event this large we couldn’t have done it without all of our committee members and volunteers who showed up early and worked hard. We truly appreciate all of the help from The Crossing, City of O’Fallon, and the O’Fallon Police Department.

The Firecracker Run is held each year in order to promote our members as well as raise funds for the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce so that we can keep our membership

dues at a level that is affordable to all of our businesses. With such success the run exceeded the budgeted goal. We are already planning an even better 31st annual run!

Photos and more details will be posted at www.facebook.com/firecrackerrun.

Committee Members: David Chapin, Sarah Christian, Kacie Derby, Regina Dowling, Ron Epps, lisa Fegley, Emily Hadsall, Pat Hamel, Amy Hamlin, David Harrington, Terry Herring, Trish Hiduk, Chris Highfill , Jeremy Jacobs, Kim Jimenez, laura Matlock, Kim Michaels, Russ Miller, Dr. Aaron Mohr, Richard Oliver, Jim Ottomeyer, Aaron Patterson, Amos Reed, Brian Richardson, Jason Stiger, Christine Trotter, Don Weir, and Rick Wunderlich.

Other Sponsors: Anytime Fitness, Assisted living at the Meadowlands, Bryan Road Animal Hospital, Centurylink, Charter Business, Farmhouse Sandwiches, Firestone Complete Auto Care, Iverson Tomasino Goerss Eyecare, Jehling Hardware, Karpel Solutions, leader One Financial, Christian Brothers, Morning Star Church, O’Fallon Brewery, O’Fallon Modern Denistry, Pain Relief Associates, Poage Chevrolet, Quintessential, Regional Eyecare, River City Rascals, Spa WingHaven, SRC Autobody, SSM Physical Therapy, State Farm - Sandy Kessler, Thrivent Financial, Vogelsang Pest Management, Westinn Kennels, Wingate by Wyndam, yMCA, Craven & Associates, Promotions Pronto, Massage luxe, Healthy life Chiropractic & Wellness, Midwest Bank Centre, Two Blind Guys, Marcos Productions, Nigels Flooring.


The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and the City of O’Fallon are excited to welcome these new businesses to the community and to help them celebrate with a with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony.

riBBon CuttinG CeremoniesWElComE To o’fallon!

upcoming ribbon Cuttings:garden Villas of o’fallonjuly 24 @ 11:30 a.m.

iverson-tomasino-Goerss eyecare Associates302 E Pitman, O’Fallon, MO 63366

Hut no 8331 Winding Woods Dr, O’Fallon, MO 63366

Hawk Ridge Family Chiropractic6251 Ronald Reagan Dr, lake St louis, MO 63367

Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices select3070 Winghaven Blvd, O’Fallon, MO 63368

Carries Boutique2311 Highway K, O’Fallon, MO 63366


eather Kemper-Hussey currently lives in Wentzville with her husband, Robert Hussey,

and their four children; Tori (18), Nick (12), John (8) and Isabella (1). After studying communications / public relations at the University of Missouri, Columbia, Heather went on to receive her Masters in writing from lindenwood University.

Heather has been in the public relations industry for almost 15 years, mostly working for nonprofits. In her career, she has worked with the media to help clients appear in TIME Magazine, The New york Times, several debuts on local television stations and, more recently, helped Pastor Mike Schreiner from Morning Star Church appear on MSNBC.

In 2009, Heather sought out a new church home; a place where they would be accepted, loved and where their children could grow in their faith. When they found Morning Star Church, they found their new church family. Three years ago, Morning Star hired Heather as a full-time employee.

As the Director of Communications for Morning Star Church, Heather

helps promote the organization within the congregation and the community. She oversees media relations, public relations, crisis communications and marketing.

Founded in 1999, Morning Star Church seeks to meet people right where they are and help them take their next step on their spiritual journey. Morning Star provides a wide variety of opportunities for spiritual and emotional growth, from support groups to classes, all of which are available to members as well as to the community. Every Thursday evening, even on holidays, Morning Star hosts Celebrate Recovery (mscwired.org/celebraterecovery). This group is for anyone wanting help with a hurt, habit or hang up – such as divorce, anxiety, food addiction, finances, anger, etc. They also offer DivorceCare, Marriage Mentors, MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers), Financial Peace classes, and so much more to help people take next steps in their lives.

Under the leadership of lead Pastor Mike Schreiner, Morning Star has grown from its initial attendance of 200 people to over 5,000 during 2014 Easter weekend. In 2010, Outreach Magazine named Morning

memBer spotliGhthEaThEr kEmPEr-hussEy

H Star Church as one of “The 100 Fastest Growing Churches in America.” Pastor Mike attributes their growth to the contemporary and relevant weekend messages, as well as their many outreach opportunities that reach out to the community.

Morning Star is well-known in the community for their annual Great Pumpkin Festival (Oct. 19, 2014) that is open to the community offering pumpkins, food, hayrides, petting zoo and more – for free! last year, over 4,000 people stepped on their campus to be loved on by the members of Morning Star Church.

Morning Star Church welcomes anyone wanting to find a church family. However, not a perfect family -- as they are a Christ-centered community of imperfect people connecting to other imperfect people to the perfect love of God.

Morning Star Church is located at 1600 Feise Road in Dardenne Prairie. Services are offered on Saturday at 4:30 p.m., and Sunday at 9:15 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. you can find more information at www.mscwired.org, www.facebook.com/mscwired, or by calling 636.561.5680.

1600 feise rd dardenne Prairie, mo 63368

www.mscwired.org636-561-5680


A Pro Home Inspection ServicesInspections2025 Zumbehl Rd Ste 259St. Charles MO 63303636-277-0044www.homeinspectionsaintcharlescounty.com

Bakery CaseBakery2956 Hwy K O’Fallon MO 63368636-294-4509www.BakeryCase.net

Christian Brothers AutomotiveAutomobile: Services, Body, & Repair8496 Mexico Rd St. Peters MO 63376636-980-1770www.cbac.com/store/st.-peters-mo-ofallon

CompuVault IncIT: Back Up/Recovery/Security515 S. lindbergh Frontenac MO 63131314-991-3858www.compuvaultstl.com

Core Concepts Chiropractic, LLCChiropractors107 Olympic Way St. Peters MO 63376636-244-5223www.coreconceptschiropractic.com

Courageous ChangeCareer Coach/Sales Training933 Gardenview Office Pkwy St louis MO 63141314-560-1088www.courageouschange.net

Emily Johns PhotographyPhotographers11 St. Dominic Dr O’Fallon MO 63366314-578-4292www.EmilyJohnsPhotography.com

Gateway Tutor DoctorEducational Services716 Pitman Hill Rd St. Charles MO 63304636-262-1879www.gatewaytutordoctor.com

Green Home RemodelingSiding & Exteriors112 Crystal Crossing Ct Wentzville MO 63385314-302-2625www.greenhomeremodeling.org

Lansberg MedicalMedical Equipment & Supplies6950 Clayborne Dr O’Fallon MO 63368636-677-3445www.lansbergmedical.com

My Child’s DentistDental Health2958 Hwy K O’Fallon MO 63368636-294-5437www.MyChildsDDS.com

O’Fallon Senior CenterSenior Services106 N Main St O’Fallon MO 63366636-272-4180www.agingmissouri.org

new memBersa VEry sPECial WElComE!

O’FALLON CHAMBER OF COMMERCEO’FALLON CHAMBER OF COMMERCEO’FALLON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

22nd ANNUAL

The Falls Golf Club 1170 Turtle Creek O'Fallon, MO 63366

MONDAY 12 NOON

For more information or to register visit

OFallonChamber.org/golf

TOURNAMENTTOURNAMENTTOURNAMENT

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monday,sEPTEmbEr 8, 2014

12:00 noon

falls golf Club1170 turtle Creek

o’Fallon, mo 63366

4 person scrambleincludes 18-holes of Golf

with Cart, lunch, 1 mulligan per player, Beverages on

the Course, and an Awards dinner.


July 8, 2014Business After HoursHabitat for Humanity St. Charles County186 Mid Rivers CenterSt. Peters, MO 633764:30 - 6:30 PM

Ambassador MeetingO’Fallon Chamber of Commerce2145 Bryan Valley Commercial DrO’Fallon, MO3:30 - 4:15 PM

July 9, 2014Masters of Business Leads GroupWebster University WingHaven Campus2299 Technology DrO’Fallon, MO 6336612:00 - 1:00 PM

July 10, 2014New Member BriefingO’Fallon Chamber Office2145 Bryan Valley Commercial DrO’Fallon, MO 633663:30 - 5:00 PM

Trivia Night Committee MeetingChamber Office2145 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr

O’Fallon, MO 633668:00 - 9:00 AM CST

July 11, 2014Leads 2 Success Leads GroupWebster University in Winghaven2299 Technology Dr, Ste 300O’Fallon, MO 6336812:00 - 1:30 PM

July 14, 2014O’Fallon Elite Leads GroupSummit Community Church927 E Terra lnO’Fallon, MO 6336612:00 - 1:15 PM

July 15, 2014O’Fallon Chamber Board of Directors MeetingO’Fallon Chamber of Commerce2145 Bryan Valley Commercial DrO’Fallon, MO 6336612:00 - 1:00 PM

July 17, 2014Tech/Comm MeetingSpencer Road library Branch427 Spencer RdSt. Peters, MO 6337612:00 - 1:00 PM

ChAmBer CAlendAr july 2014

Morning SchmoozeWingate by Wyndham32 Research Park CirWeldon Spring, MO 633047:30 - 9:00 AM

July 18, 2014Lunch n’ LegislatorsRendezvous Cafe217 South MainO’Fallon, MO 6336612:00 - 1:00 PM

July 21, 2014Golf Committee MeetingO’Fallon Chamber Office2145 Bryan Valley Commercial DriveO’Fallon, MO 6336612:00 - 1:00 PM

July 22, 2014General Membership LuncheonElks lodge1163 Tom GinneverO’Fallon, MO 6336611:30 AM - 1:00 PM

July 23, 2014Masters of Business Leads GroupWebster University WingHaven Campus2299 Technology Dr

O’Fallon, MO 6336612:00 - 1:00 PM

July 24, 2014O’Fallon Young Professionals Meeting12:00 - 1:00 PM

Ribbon CuttingGarden Villas of O’Fallon7092 South Outer 364O’Fallon, MO 6336811:30 AM - 12:30 PM

July 25, 2014Leads 2 Success Leads GroupWebster University in Winghaven2299 Technology Dr, Ste 300O’Fallon, MO 6336812:00 - 1:30 PM

July 28, 2014O’Fallon Elite Leads GroupSummit Community Church927 E Terra lnO’Fallon, MO 6336612:00 - 1:15 PM


17Would you like to join of the groups to build closer business relationships?Contact nina at 636-240-1818 or [email protected]

leads were passed during the month of JunE by the members our leads groups!

GolF tournAmentConTinuEd from CoVErfilled with great donations from O’Fallon Chamber members, 18 holes of spectacular golf with cart and drinks on the course, lunch catered and sponsored by Quintessential Catering, and an awards dinner sponsored by Charter Business. Each player will also receive a dry fit polo shirt with the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce logo on the front when registered in advance.

On course activities planned include the ever popular Cooler of Fun from Delmar Gardens & Garden Villas of O’Fallon plus many more activities. Cash prizes will be awarded for the top three teams in two flights following the tournament.

Don’t miss this opportunity to play an amazing course. Call the Chamber office at 636-240-1818 or go online to www.OFallonChamber.org/Golf to register.

2014 sponsors: Print & Web People, Charter Business, Delmar Gardens & Garden Villas of O’Fallon, Quintessential Catering, City of O’Fallon, Country Side Flooring America, Centurylink, and Vogelsang Pest Management.

Golf Tournament proceeds benefit the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce: The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce is committed to promoting economic vitality in O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region while providing members with networking opportunities, education, and advocacy in public policy decisions affecting business.

july lunCh ‘n’ leGislAtors

lease join us for an extremely informative and interesting lunch n’ legislators, featuring speaker Congressman Blaine luetkemeyer on Friday, July 18th.

Blaine represents the 13 counties that make up the 3rd Congressional District of Missouri. Blaine, a native of St. Elizabeth, Mo., has lived in the district with his family for four generations and he operates a 160-acre farm there. Along with his strong agriculture background, he was also a small businessman, having been in the banking and insurance business.

Building on his experience as a bank examiner, small businessman and community banker, Blaine serves as vice chairman of the House Small Business Committee where he also serves on the House Small Business Subcommittees on Health and Technology and Agriculture, Energy and Trade. Blaine also serves on the House Financial Services Committee where he also serves on the panel’s Subcommittee on Financial Institutions and Consumer Credit Committee and is vice chairman of the Housing and Insurance Subcommittee.

Friday, July 18th, NoonRendezvous Café & Wine BarRSVP by emailing [email protected]

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Congratulations and thank you to the following companies who as of May 2014 have been O’Fallon Chamber members for...

1 Year• Allergy and Asthma Consultants• DSH Group LLC• RP Contracting LLC

2 Years• Brinkley Elite Painting• Duke Partners• Healthy Life Chiropractic & Wellness• Insurance Store, Inc• Pac Van, Inc• Personal Care Products, Inc.• Spectrum Glass, Inc.

3 Years• Missouri Baptist University

4 Years• IQ Fast Print

5 Years• Swiss Air

6 Years • Rivers Plumbing Company, llC

8 Years• Midwest Agency

memBer AnniVersAriesThank you!

11 Years• Fritz’s Frozen Custard

13 Years• Creative Stitches

14 Years• Bob Evans Restaurant

18 Years• Falls Golf Club

19 Years• Commerce Bank - E Elm

21 Years• St. Charles County Executive Office

24 Years• Missouri Career Center of St. Charles

Keep up to date with events from your fellow members. Check out www.ofallonchamber.org for more member news and events.

memBer eVentsnEWs from our mEmbErs

July 10, 2014O’Fallon Rotary Club BreakfastHoly Cross lutheran Church7:30 - 9:00 AM

July 12, 2014River City Rascals Bobblehead NightRiver City Rascals Ball Park7:00 - 10:00 PM

WingHaven Summer Concert SeriesThe Boardwalk Amphitheatre6:00 - 10:00 PM

Grand Opening CelebrationO’Fallon Modern Dentistry11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

July 14, 2014Blood DriveSunrise United Methodist Church3:30 - 7:30 PM

July 15, 2014Travel Show Open HousePeoples Savings Bank9:00 AM - 3:30 PM

July 16, 2014Charge It Right SeminarO’Fallon Family yMCA6:30 - 8:00 PM


Generations in the WorkforceCommunity Commons at Spencer Road library9:00 - 11:00 AM

July 21, 2014Networking @ The RailThe Brass Rail4:30 - 06:30 PM


July 26, 2014Open House JamMozingo Music2:00 - 04:00 PM

WingHaven Summer Concert SeriesThe Boardwalk Amphitheatre6:00 - 10:00 PM

August 6, 2014WingHaven Merchants Monthly MeetingMidwest Bank Centre12:00 - 1:00 PM


Check out our members in action at this month’s O’Fallon Chamber events!

ChAmBer snApshotChEEsE!

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Business ConneCtion?Call sara @ 636-240-1818or [email protected]

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