eNewsletter - March 2012

BUSINESSCONNECTION

a publication ofthe O’FallonChamber of Commerce

to the new O’Fallon Chamber Business Connection. We’ve revamped and brought back this O’Fallon Chamber publication to keep our members informed on Chamber happenings and to highlight all of the great work that our members are doing! This is just one more way the O’Fallon Chamber continues to strengthen. Inside you’ll fi nd information on the monthly membership meeting, upcoming events and committees, new and renewing members, as well as our Member Mention and Member Spotlights which you’ll see each month. I invite you to read this monthly publication from cover to cover, after all, this is your organization!

Speaking of your organization, I am proud to announce the new Vision of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce. At last month’s Board of Directors retreat the Board not only had a lengthy

discussion on our Vision, ultimately approving the statement below, but spent the rest of the day scheduling out three years of action steps in order to make our vision a reality in 2015.

President/CEO

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.

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Please join us for our Monthly Membership Luncheon where Beth Hillestad will speak about Generational Differences in the Workplace. Don’t forget to register in advance and save $5!

Don’t miss the O’Fallon Chamber’s

General Membership LUNCHEON

Tuesday, March 27, 2012 | 11:30 am to 1:00 pm

@ the VFW Post 50778500 Veterans Memorial Pkwy. in O’Fallon

Sponsored by:Lawn & LandscapeSOLUTIONS

Wear your favorite World Champion St. Louis Cardinals gear, bring plenty of business cards as you network with other Chamber

members and more! Catch the season opener as the Eleven Time World Champion St. Louis Cardinals take on the Florida Marlins!

Call 636-462-8769 for tickets today! Tickets: $15.00 per person includes ballpark theme food, drink tickets,and

the networking event! $20.00 per person after March 24.

This event is proudly presented by the following Chambers of Commerce: Bowling Green, Foristell, Lake St. Louis/Dardenne

Prairie, Moscow Mills, O’Fallon, Warrenton, Wentzville and Troy.

Join us for a Join us for a

Joint Chamber “Cardinals”Joint Chamber “Cardinals”

Networking Event! Networking Event!April 4th, 2012 • Fort Grill at Woods Fort Country Club in Troy, MOApril 4th, 2012 • Fort Grill at Woods Fort Country Club in Troy, MO

Social Hour: 6:00 pm • Program: 6:45 pm - 8:00 pmSocial Hour: 6:00 pm • Program: 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm

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Giveaway!Giveaway!Giveaway!Giveaway!Giveaway!

Attend for an entry into the Escape Giveaway sponsored by Travel Leaders/Jan’s Travel & Cruise!

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1299 Bryan Road, O’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.

Offi cers:Cindy Elking, Chairman of the BoardAdam Hopper, 1st Vice ChairmanJeff Arneson , 2nd Vice ChairmanRuss Craven, TreasurerStacee Gilmore, SecretaryJulie Feast, Past-Chairman

Directors:Mark Crank, DirectorNina DeAngelo, DirectorHeather Deatz, DirectorTim DeGhelder, DirectorRon Epps, DirectorMichael Favazza, DirectorJonny Kruse, Gracie BarraAlissa Moore, DirectorBrian Richardson, DirectorDavid Schmidt, Director

Staff:Erin Williams, President/CEOSara Henderson, Communications DirectorSam Byers, Membership Services Director

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hank you to everyone who made the 16th Annual Art, Wine & Brew Gala such a smashing success! Over 300 people were able to sample cuisine from the best restaurants in O’Fallon, as

well as sampling brews from Krey Distributing including their newest lines of Purus vodka and Taste of Florida mixers. Major Brands distributing brought in wines from four of Missouri’s hottest wineries and some of their top selling liquors. Cedar Lake Farms was also on hand to sample and sell their tasty wines.

After our party-goers were fi lled to the brim with the delectable samples, My Friend Mike kept them on the dance fl oor upstairs for the remainder of the event. Not only were our attendees able to taste great food, sample from the best drinks available and dance the night away with a terrifi c band, they were also able to enjoy the artwork of some great local artists including a

caricature artist, who drew an estimated 100 caricature pictures of our guests. This spectacular event is held each year in order to promote our member restaurants 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.

Thank you to the committee whose hard work made both of those goals a reality. David Monahan, SealMaxx of Greater St. LouisNina DeAngelo, Reliance BankLilly Hunter, First National Bank of St. LouisRobyn Niedringhaus, Socket Telecom Doni Quinn, First National Bank of St. LouisBarb Sitton, The Christy Banquet Center

16TH ANNUAL ART, WINE16TH ANNUAL ART, WINE& BREW GALA OVERVIEW& BREW GALA OVERVIEW

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Restuarants:Bristol Seafood GrillKitaro Bistro of JapanLongHornMadison’s CaféQuintessential CateringRiver City CateringStefanina’s RestaurantSuper SmokersSusie G’s Specialty Cakes

Wine, Brew & Spirits:Krey DistributingCedar Lake CellarsMajor BrandsAugusta WineryMontelle WinerySt. James Winery

Artists:Absolute AbstractsDeignz by WendyHybrid Hollow ProductionLesley Held DesignsSusan Elson

Music:My Friend Mike


his new program of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce hopes to expose our members to

new thoughts and ideas from some of today’s top rated business and management books, while also fostering the open exchange of past experiences and opinions of our members so that we can learn from each other, and in turn, create a more successful business and workplace.

The fi rst book on our list is Linchpin: Are You Indispensable? , written by Seth Godin. “The only way to get what you’re worth is to stand out, to exert emotional labor, to be seen as indispensable, and to produce interactions that organizations and people care deeply about.”

In best sellers such as Purple Cow and Tribes, Seth Godin taught readers how to make remarkable products and spread powerful ideas. But this book is different. It’s about you - your choices, your future, and your potential to make a huge difference in whatever fi eld you choose.

There used to be two teams in every workplace: management and labor. Now there’s a third team, the linchpins. These people invent, lead (regardless of title), connect others, make things happen, and create order out of chaos. They fi gure out what to do when there’s no rule book. They delight and challenge their customers and peers. They love their work, pour their best selves into it, and turn each day into a kind of art.

As Godin writes, “Every day I meet people who have so much to give but have been bullied enough or frightened enough to hold it back. It’s time to stop complying with the system and draw your own map. You have brilliance in you, your contribution is essential, and the art you create is precious. Only you can do it, and you must.”

The Chairman’s Book Club will be hosting the discussion of this book on Monday, April 2nd at 9:00 a.m. at the Deer Run Library Branch, located on Main Street. To sign up for the group or to check out Linchpin contact Erin at the Chamber Offi ce, (636) 240-1818 or

[email protected]. Hard copies, e-reader copies and audio downloads are available.

Thank you to the Friends of the St. Charles City-County Library District for partnering with us for this program.

THERE IS STILL TIMETO BE A PART OF THE CHAIRMAN’S BOOK CLUB

APRIL 2ND DISCUSSIONLinchpin: Are You

Indispensable?by Seth Godin

JUNE 4TH DISCUSSIONStrengthsFinder 2.0

by Tom Rath

AUGUST 6TH DISCUSSIONThinking, Fast and Slowby Daniel Kahneman

OCTOBER 1ST DISCUSSIONStart with Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone

to Take Actionby Simon Sinek

DECEMBER 3RD DISCUSSIONMaking Ideas Happen:

Overcoming the Obstacles Between Vision and Reality

by Scott Belsky

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BUILDING BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS THROUGH LEADS GROUPS

W e’ve heard it before. “It’s not what you know, but who you know.” It’s catchy, a

bit cliché, but it’s true. So how do you get to know other people? How do you make acquaintances that develop into business relationships and may even result in friendships? The answer is networking! And partnering its members with networking opportunities is one of the goals of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce. In addition to the opportunities provided through our General Membership Luncheon (held monthly), our Business After Hours, and our Morning Schmooze events the Chamber also hosts two Leads Groups (with a third group in the works).

The Chamber Leads Groups have been referred to (in house) as “beginners BNI” (Business Network International©). They are similar to other groups in that they are composed of individuals from various industries, with only one industry representative per group, who commit to do business with those individuals in the group, refer others to their businesses, and pass along

contact information for potential clients or customers to each other. Some of the differences between the Chamber groups and others are that they meet the second and fourth weeks of the month instead of meeting weekly; members are allowed to miss up to two meetings per quarter, and agree two pass along two leads per quarter instead of one each week. Probably the biggest and most appealing difference is that the Chamber’s groups are just one of the numerous benefi ts of membership in the Chamber and do not include any additional fees or registration costs. The O’Fallon Chamber prides itself on the number of quality services it’s able to provide to its members without “nickel and diming” them at every turn.

If you’re not currently part of a networking group and would be interested in one of our three groups, we would love to talk with you more about the opportunities available and which group might be the best for you. Check out the information to the right about what industries are currently represented in which group.

Mondays at 12:00-1:00 pmWebster University in WingHavenFinancial Advisor, Restaurant, Automotive, Telecommunications, Photographer, Eye care, Dental Health, Security, Web Site Design, Mortgage, Employment Agency, Entertainment, Chiropractic, Promotional Items, Radio, Accounting & Tax Prep, Home Improvement, Personal Insurance, Payroll Services, Legal Services, Real Estate, Bank, Commercial Insurance, Heating & Cooling, Fitness

Thursdays at 8:00-9:00 amO’Fallon Chamber Offi ceBanking –Personal, Auto Repair, Realtor, Attorney, Heating/Cooling, Home Inspection, Computer , Hardware, Financial Services, Dentist, Printer/Promo Items, Banking -Mortgage/Commercial lending, Retail, Chiropractor

Wednesdays 12:00-1:00 pmLocation TBDInsurance, Chiropractic, Fitness, Advertising, Financial Services, Payroll Services, Mortgage


July 4, 2012July 4, 2012

hat better way to start your Fourth of July than enjoying Chick-fi l-a chicken sandwiches,

ice cream, popsicles, doughnuts, cookies, chips and salsa along with drinking beer and Monster energy drink? Of course, you fi rst had to wake up by 7am to run anywhere from one to six miles. But that’s exactly what eleven hundred people gathered at the T.R. Hughes Ball Park to do. And now that the sun’s rays have fi rmly implanted visions of summer in our heads, it’s time to start thinking about the 28th Annual Firecracker Run 5k/10k, 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. Our committee

has already started meeting to plan this year’s race and we are eagerly anticipating upwards of 1,300-1,500 participants. The Firecracker Run is the Chambers biggest event of the year and both participants and committee members have a lot of fun in the process. If you would like to help with the planning committee, it’s not too late to get involved! The committee’s next meeting will be Friday, March 23rd at 12 Noon at the Chamber offi ces at 1299 Bryan Road. In addition to the committee there are also numerous opportunities to publicize your

business through sponsorships which range in amount from $250 to $1,000. Sponsorship includes things like logos on race shirts, banners, logos on websites and promotional materials, and a booth at the event, as well as entries in the race itself. To fi nd out more information about the race go to www.ofallonchamber.org/fi recracker or call the Chamber offi ce at (636) 240-1818. Also, be sure to like our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/fi recrackerrun.

GEARING UP FOR THE 28TH ANNUAL FIRECRACKER RUN SET FOR JULY 4TH

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ark your calendar now for the 20th Annual O’Fallon Chamber Golf Tournament set for August 23, 2012. Join the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce for a day of networking and golf at the beautiful Whitmoor

Golf Course. All Chamber members, industry leaders and golfers are encouraged to attend. Interested in being a sponsor and promoting your business in this event? For more information on available sponsorships or golf reservations contact Erin at [email protected] or 636.240.1818.

20TH ANNUAL GOLF TOURNAMENT

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oin one of our Houses of Worship on Easter Sunday. Service times vary, contact details are below for more

information.

Apostles’ Lutheran Church2600 Bates Rd. Dardenne Prairie, MO 63368636-926-9841

Celebration Church250 Birdie Hills Road Saint Peters, MO 63376636-970-6646

ChristChurch Anglican2112 Bryan Valley Commercial Dr. O’Fallon, MO 63366636-328-5776 Cornerstone United Methodist Church1151 Tom Ginnever O’Fallon, MO 63366636-379-5334 Element Church500 Mall Parkway Wentzville, MO 63385636-332-9010

Faith Chape967 Waterbury Falls Drive O’Fallon, MO 63368636-300-0700

First Baptist Church8750 Veterans Memorial Parkway O’Fallon, MO 63366636-272-4838

Morning Star Church1600 Feise Road O’Fallon, MO 63368636-561-5680

Peace Lutheran Church Winghaven9320 Phoenix Village Pkwy O’Fallon, MO 63368636-561-8282

Salvation Army1 William Booth Drive O’Fallon, MO 63366636-240-4969

SunRise United Methodist Church7116 Twin Chimneys Blvd. O’Fallon, MO 63368636-978-2727

Tree of Life Community Church1402 Tisbury Circle O’Fallon, MO 63366636-525-1569

CELEBATE EASTER

J Adult FlashlightEaster Egg Hunt

Friday, March 30, 20127:30 - 10 p.m.

Civic Park BandstandO’Fallon MO 63366

Register in advance only!Who says kids get to have all the fun! Here’s a Friday

night Easter Egg Hunt for the 21-and-older set. Meet at

the Bandstand and search the park for eggs hidden by the Easter Bunny. Bring

your own fl ashlight and Easter basket.Prizes will be awarded after all the eggs have been accounted for.

No admission at the gate. Tickets must be purchased in advance; the cost is $12

for residents and $15 for non-residents. Register by

March 1 to be guaranteed a T-shirt in your preferred size. Call 636-379-5606 for

more info.


BMG Fleet Installations & SignsPrinters/PublishersHarold George415 E. Wabash O’Fallon, MO 63366636-294-5750www.bmgfl eet.com

Brockman Consulting Inc.Insurance ServicesJeremy Brockman440 White Chapel Dr. O’Fallon, MO 63368573-355-4451

Celebration ChurchChurchMichael Lindner250 Birdie Hills Road Saint Peters, MO 63376636-970-6646 www.celebrationcares.org

Classy Nails & SpaNail SalonKenny Vu458 Highway P O’Fallon, MO 63366636-281-0810 www.classynails.com

Color Perfect “An Automotive Paint Hospital”Automotive Services, Body & RepairJim Shepard105 Elaine Drive O’Fallon, MO 63366636-922-9060

Dos Primos Mexican RestaurantRestaurantsMario Almanza Parra 624 North Main Street O’Fallon, MO 63366636-978-0130

Great Southern Bank and TravelBankRegina Dowling100 Christina Marie Dr

O’Fallon, MO 63368636-281-0286www.greatsouthernbank.com

Invest Financial Corporation @ First State BankFinancial ServicesBrandon Byrd300 Woodlawn Avenue O’Fallon, MO 63366636-627-8971www.fsbfi nancial.com/investments

JJ Twiggs Pizza & PubRestaurantsTeresa Gauvain1090 Tom Ginnever O’Fallon, MO 63366636-379-4446 www.jjtwigsstl.com

K-9 CreationsPet CareJulie Thompson617 N Main St O’Fallon, MO 63366636-272-5545www.k-9creationspetspa.com

Lombardo HomesConstruction, Repair & Home ImprovementMelissa Cervin2299 Technology Drive O’Fallon, MO 63368636-265-2710www.lombardohomesstlouis.com

ManpowerEmploment AgencyBeth Simmons8644 Mexico Road O’Fallon, MO 63366636-272-5485www.manpower.com

Padgett Business ServicesPayroll ServicesPaul Brack5988 Mid Rivers Mall Dr. St. Peters, MO 63304

314-795-4312www.padgettbizcoach.com

Paric CorporationConstruction, Repair & Home ImprovementTodd Sweeney1001 Boardwalk Springs Pl. Ste. 220 O’Fallon, MO 63368636-561-9500www.paric.com

ReadyFUND$ Payroll CardPayroll ServicesMike Dougan1205 Pine Wood Pl Dr. O’Fallon, MO 63801314-740-6453www.readyfunds.net

Staybridge SuitesHotels & MotelsTim Krueger1155 Technology Drive O’Fallon, MO 63368636-300-0999staybridge.com/ofallonmo

Sun RentalParty Rental/Infl atablesMark Evans11710 St. Charles Rock Road Bridgeton, Mo 63044314-291-7219www.sunrentalinc.com

WingHaven® OrthodonticsDental HealthCheryl Held9979 WingHaven Blvd. Ste. 200 O’Fallon, MO 63368636-561-5550 www.winghavenortho.com

The Painted Pot STLArt StudioDonna Schreiter3766 Monticello Dr. St. Charles, MO 63304636-300-4515www.thepaintedpotstl.com

NEW MEMBERSA VERY SPECIAL WELCOMEA VERY SPECIAL WELCOME


Tuesday, March 20Board of Directors MeetingO’Fallon Chamber Offi ce12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Thursday, March 22Morning Leads GroupO’Fallon Chamber Offi ce8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Friday, March 23Firecracker Run Committee MeetingO’Fallon Chamber Offi ce12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Monday, March 26Afternoon Leads GroupWebster University in Winghaven12:00 PM - 01:00 PM

Tuesday, March 27General Membership LuncheonVFW Post 507711:30 AM - 01:00 PMGenerational Differences in the Workplace

Friday, March 30Ribbon CuttingO’Fallon Nutrition11:30 AM - 12:30 PM

CHAMBER CALENDAR MARCH 2012

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Giveaway!Giveaway!Giveaway!Giveaway!Giveaway!Now, there is an even better reason to attend O’Fallon

Chamber of Commerce events!You’ve always had the opportunity for

networking, building referrals and learning from your fellow members; now you could win the

vacation of a lifetime! The more you attend, the better your chance are of winning!

Throughout 2012 each time you attend a General Membership Meeting, Business After

Hours or Morning Schmooze, your name will be entered into a drawing. The winning

vacation recipient will be drawn at the Annual Awards luncheon held on

December 18th, 2012.

Want to escape now?Want to escape now?Want to escape now?Want to escape now?Want to escape now?Call Travel Leaders/Jan’s Travel & Cruise

for other great travel opportunities!

(636) 561-2626www.travelleaders-janstravel.com


The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and the City of O’Fallon celebrates news businesses with a Ribbon Cutting ceremony. Or, if you are an existing member and moved locations, changed ownership or remodeld let the business community know with a ribbon cutting. Contact Sara to learn more 636.240.1818.

RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIESWELCOME TO O’FALLON!WELCOME TO O’FALLON!

Amighetti’s Bakery & Cafe3002 Winghaven Blvd | O’Fallon, MO 63368

Ultimate Fitness Plus for Women821 West Terra Ln. | O’Fallon, MO 63366

Training Effect204 Sonderen | O’Fallon, MO 63366

K-9 Creations617 N Main St | O’Fallon, MO 63366

Manpower8644 Mexico Road | O’Fallon, MO 63366

Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings:Friday, March 30 @ 11:30 amO’Fallon NutritionThursday, April 12th @ 11:00 amTri County Fence & DeckFriday, April 13th @ 11:30 amAlliance Credit UnionWednesday, April 25th @ 3:30 pmSuzanne’s DollhousesThursday, April 26th @ 11:30 amParmida Home


Congratulations and thank you to the following companies who as of February 2012 have been O’Fallon Chamber members for...

22 YearsCity of O’Fallon

16 YearsMid America Peterbilt

14 YearsLindenwood University - O’Fallon South Center

13 YearsHazelwood & Weber LLC

12 YearsMidwest BankCentreSusie G’s Specialty Cakes

11 YearsEdward Jones - Fitzpatrick, SaraState Farm Insurance - Kathy Kilo PetersonSuburban Service Automotive

10 YearsChevy’s Fresh MexSealMaxx of Greater St. Louis Inc

8 YearsReliance BankYuppy Puppy Pet Spa

7 YearsKrekeler Jewelers, Inc.M&I Bank A part of BMO Financial Group - Hwy K & Laura Hill

6 YearsMozingo MusicProgress West Healthcare Center BJC

5 YearsAfter Hours Pediatric Urgent CareH & R BlockKitaro Bistro of JapanRendezvous Cafe & Wine BarSt. Louis LifeWoodlawn Dental

4 YearsAssisted Living at the MeadowlandsLou Fusz Chrysler Jeep DodgePasta House Co.Show-Me’s Restaurant3 YearsAssured Title

McDonalds - O’Fallon NorthRufkahr and AssociatesT & S Homes LLCUS Cellular

2 YearsB&Z Logistics, Inc.Cindy’s Photo ImpressionsFirst Baptist Christian AcademyFirst Baptist ChurchGateway Business SolutionsJeremy’s Market and MeatsKrilogy FinancialMcDonald’s - CrusherMcDonald’s - Highway K & NMcDonald’s - O’Fallon MainMy Network One - O’FallonThin and Healthy’s Total Solution

1 YearAC TruckingCedar Lake CellarsFocus News & Impulse MagazineMercy OB-GYNJazzerciseThe Bag LadiesWoodbury Place

MEMBER ANNIVERSARIESTHANK YOU!THANK YOU!

ision St. Charles County Leadership will hold the graduation ceremony for the class of 2012 on Thursday, March 29, 2012,6pm-9pm at Old Hickory Golf Club. Alumni are invited to honor the 2012 Visionary of the year Raymond Castile

and induct the Class of 2012 into the alumni association. Payment must be received through PO Box 1104 St. Peters MO 63376 prior to Thursday 3/22/12 or via PayPal @www.visionleadership.org Class members include Anne Ritter, Brown Smith & Wallace; Ashley Goodrich, AABC; Sherry Gibson, Gibson Printing; Barbara James, Community Living Inc.; Nate Harms, Therapeutic Horsemanship; Karen Runge, Sts. Joachim and Ann Care Service; Mayor Pam Fogarty, City of Dardenne Prairie; Maria Bingaman; GS of Eastern Missouri; Tara Osseck, St. Lukes Hospital; Rochelle Schutte, Crider Health Center; Lenore Toser-Aldaz, City of O’Fallon; Mark Hollander, United Missouri Bank; Tony Matthews, Wentzville

VISION PROGRAM GRADUATES TOMORROW’S LEADERS

V Chamber of Commerce; Tricia Topalbejovic, Youth In Need; Doug Bolnick, St. Charles County Health Department; Kasey Steffens-Lucas, Performance Plus; Elizabeth Liebel, United Development; Shawn Riley, St. Louis Life; Susan Sams, Sams Carpet Cleaning; Kacky Garner, SSM Healthcare; Sarah Brenker, Edward Jones; Terry McCrum, St. Charles Chamber of Commerce; Lori Williams, USA Mortgage; Bobbie Garstang, Commerce Bank; Amie Bossi, Connections to Success; Michele Quillo, LSS Breeze Park; Laura Pirondi, St. Charles County Library District.

Vision St. Charles County Leadership is a non-profi t 501c3 organization. Vision’s mission is to educate community and business leaders by providing experiences that will increase awareness, develop leadership skills and motivate participants to be actively engaged in St. Charles County.


Church in a Bowling Alley?O’Fallon Church Encouraging Families to Have Fun Together On Easter.“Kids, hurry up and get in the car! We’re going to be late for bowling and laser tag!’ Not exactly what you’d expect to hear as families rush out the door on Easter Sunday. But one O’Fallon church hopes to have something to say about that. “In a day when eating meals as a family has become a rare event in many homes, we want to provide a ready-made event for people.” says Pastor Sam Byers of Tree of Life Community Church. That’s why the new, non-denominational church will be holding it’s at 9:30am Easter service on Sunday April 8th at Brunswick Zone XL (located at 8070 Veterans Memorial Parkway in St. Peters). “Easter is about celebration. The Bible teaches that the only person to ever live a perfect life died and rose again defeating death, sin, and Satan and we believe that’s something worth celebrating. There are lots of ways to celebrate the kind of life that Jesus provides and we’re hoping some folks will do so by sticking around after our service to use free game cards, eat lunch together, and enjoy special rates on bowling and laser tag.” The community is invited to arrive early for coffee and doughnuts. Childcare will be provided for children ages six weeks through kindergarten. For more information check out the church’s website at www.treeofl ife.cc or on Facebook at www.facebook.com/TreeofLifeCC or (636) 525.1569.

Keep up to date with news, sales, events and more from your fellow members. Contact Sara at [email protected] to submit your information for future newsletters.

MEMBER MENTIONSNEWS FROM OUR MEMBERS

Recession Fitness...Financial & Wellness Fitnessto Maintain Balance and HealthLearn from the experts on Thursday, April 12th from 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM to

be held at St. Charles County Library Middendorf-Kredell Branch located at 2750 Hwy K in O’Fallon, MO 63368.How do you make sense of today’s economy & get yourself fi nancially fi t? presented by Chris Ferrara of MFS Investments & John Weeks of Mass Financial Group.When it comes to the housing market you can make sure infl ation doesn’taffect your pocketbook. A wide angle lens on real estate & if a home orapartment make the most sense presented by Lori Williams of USA Mortgage and Will Klein of Will Klein Group, Keller Williams Realty.Can you really make becoming sick and injured in the future disappear? Well…maybe not, but you can defi nitely decrease your chances presented by Dr. Brandon Jackson, Stay True Chiropractic.Two gas card giveaways. One entry for RSVPing, one entry when you sign in dnd one entry if you bring a guest.RSVP to either Lori Williams: [email protected], John Weeks: jweeks@fi nancialguide.com or Call: 636.474.6562 or 636.728.2482Will Klein: 636.233.8334.

1 Year Anniversary CelebrationCome join Sports and Family Chiropractic to celebrate our 1 year anniversary on Monday, April 2nd 2012! Any established patient will get a free adjustment and any new patients will get a free exam, consultation, and fi rst treatment if needed. No appointment necessary, just walk-in and get treated!Sports and Family Chiropractic is located at 2315 Technology Dr. , Suite 107 in O’Fallon, MO 63368. Visit u sonline at www.safchiro.com or call (636) 625-8894 for more information.

Fridays are FREE in March And $25 off inital payment with EFT registration. Buy online www.jazzercise.com or during regular business hours.Burn up to 600 calories in one fun and powerfully effective 60-minute total body workout. Every Jazzercise group fi tness class combines dance-based cardio with strength training and stretching to sculpt, tone and lengthen muscles for maximum fat burn. Choreographed to today’s hottest music, Jazzercise is a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga, and kickboxing. 38 Unlimited Classes Each Week!38 unlimited classes each week at one low monthly price. FREE childcare 9:30am Mon thru Sat and 5pm Mon thru Thurs. Jazzercise Fitness Center is located at 2378 Hwy K in O’Fallon. Contact them at 636.272.3434.

Health & Fitness PartyJust in time for summer! Are you ready to rock your swimsuit?? Come party with us on Friday, March 23, 2012 from 6:30pm until 9:30pm as we offi cially open the class side to the studio!There will be something for everyone!!Do you have a problem area, that you would like help with? Come with at least one question for our trainers to answer or demonstrate for you.Would you like to lose at least 10 pounds in the month of April? We will tell you how you can...in a healthy way. No fad diet...and you will eat real food. Everyone that signs up for the challenge in April, will receive 2 FREE PERSONAL TRAINING SESSIONS at Training Effect. We’ll also give away ONE MONTH ADMISSION TO BOOTCAMP CHALLENGE WITH BLONDINA!Training Effect is located at 204 Sonderen in O’Fallon. Call (636) 236-2769 or visit www.trainingeffectllc.com.


How long have you been in the O’Fallon area?I am originally from Alton, IL. I joined the Army and left home at 18 years old. I traveled a little bit in my 9 years of service. I moved back to this area from Texas in July of 2005, so almost 7 years now.

Tell us about your family?I am married to a wonderful man who is also my best friend. We have four children, an 18 year old girl, a 12 year old boy, a 22 month old baby girl, and we are due again with another boy in May of this year. Yes I know, quite the age gap there. I suppose I will never have to worry about “empty nest syndrome”!

What is your educational background?I have a Bachelor’s of Science in Criminal Justice Administration. I started this degree when I was in the service and fi nished it once I completed my time in the service. Total time invested was just over three years. I received this degree through a lot of hard work and discipline at the University of Phoenix.

Tell us about your organization?Reliance Bank has been in the St Louis Metro area since 1999. We started as a small one branch organization on Manchester Road in Des Peres. Over the course of about 10 years we expanded to a 20 branch network. We are a St Louis Community Bank.

Reliance Bank is a full service bank offering all of the products of a large bank but with the small community bank atmosphere and feel. We take pride in knowing our customers by name and we answer our phones when you call our branches. We don’t believe in “touchpad run around”. We have 3 branches in St Charles County, 13 branches in St Louis County, and 4 branches just to the east in Illinois. All Reliance Bank branches are the same when it comes to customer service. I’m sure you hear other banks talking up how great their customer service is, but you really have to visit one of our locations to experience it for yourself! So the next time you are looking for a small business line of credit, a mortgage on your home, fee free accounts, or just some good old fashioned banking advice stop on by to see what Reliance Bank has to offer.

What is the mission/vision of your organization?To offer all of the banking products of the bigger banks at competitive prices and maintain that friendly hometown community bank atmosphere while delivering superior customer service as we serve our communities with top notch service and products.

How has that mission changed over the years that you have been in business?

Our mission has not changed over the years. Superior customer service, top notch products and satisfaction have been our goal since day one and we’ve consistently delivered such since we opened our doors back in 1999.

What do you do to get to know your clients best? We get to know our customers on a more personal level. We are interested in you as a person and not just a customer. We get to know your business, your family, friends, and pets! We listen to you and put you into products that will best fi t you, your business and your family’s fi nancial needs. We currently offer a “Business of the Month” recognition table where we pick one of our business customers to bring in wares and literature to advertise their business right inside our lobby! If you would like to display your business in our lobby, stop by and see me so we can talk about it!

What are you most looking forward to in the next 5 years for the company?I’m most looking forward to getting Reliance Bank’s name out there into the community. I want every person to know that if you are looking for the small town banking feel with the convenience of big bank products, Reliance Bank is your answer. We’re not just “another” bank, we’re THE bank! Once you come in and meet our staff you won’t want to bank anywhere else!

MEMBER SPOTLIGHTNINA DEANGELO

2455 Highway K | O’Fallon, MO 63368(636) 978-1710

www.reliancebankstl.com

New members are welcomed at the February General Membership Meeting held and Brunswick Zone St. Peters.

CHAMBER ACTIVITIES

New members are welcomed at the January General Membership Meeting held and Morning Star Church.

The 2012 O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors are sworn in at the January GMM.

The Falls Golf Club hosted the February 14th Business After Hours where some of our couples came out for an evening of romance and networking.

Erin announced the Escape with Jan’s Travel & Cruise Giveaway!

Everyone voted on logos designed by members for the 28th annual Firecracker Run. Promotions Pronto won!

Speed networking at the February General Membership Meeting.

Julie swears in our new Chairman of the Board, Cindy Elking.

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