September 2020
IN THIS ISSUE 2 :: New Members & Happy Hour 3 :: Key to the 123 & Member News 4 :: Member Events 5 :: New Resident Mailing 5 :: Board Spotlight 8 :: Classified Ads 9 :: Fall BBQ 11 :: Member Discounts
SAVE THE DATE September 2 :: Wednesday Key to the 123 Seminar Zoom 8:00-9:00 am September 7 :: Monday Office Closed September 10 :: Thursday General Membership Meeting Royale Orleans Banquet Center 11:15 am-1:00 pm September 16 :: Wednesday Economic Development Meeting Zoom 9:00 am September 29 :: Tuesday Ambassador Committee Meeting Affton Chamber Office 10:00 am October 3 :: Saturday Fall BBQ Cotton’s Ace Hardware Parking Lot 10:30 am-5:30 pm October 8 :: Thursday General Membership Meeting
Powerful Yet Simple Steps to Stabilize and Grow as a Small Business Owner in Our New Covid World presented by Jeff Arthur, The Values Conversation
We will break down simple steps that we as business owners can do to stabilize and grow in our professional and personal life as we all face the changes of our world. Jeff Arthur in an Executive Coach and founder of The Values Conversation. A coaching and consulting company that specializes in facilitating values based growth for both businesses and individuals. Jeff is also a sought after keynote speaker and is seen as one of the nation’s preeminent authorities on leadership, team building and executive coaching. He has been identified by Small Business Monthly Magazine as one of the “Top 100 People to Know in Business in St. Louis,” and he is one of the former co-hosts of “The Smart Biz Show,” a nationally syndicated radio show. Jeff loves working with businesses to help team members thrive though a better understanding of their personal, team and overall organizational values. He works with Fortune 100 companies and CEO’s as well as owners and their teams of small to medium sized businesses. Organizations that engage with Jeff thrive and see dramatic improvements in productivity, revenue, turnover and internal morale. Most importantly, he is the husband of Dr. Tara Brooks of Affton Veterinary Clinic.
Thursday, September 10 11:15 am Registration - 11:50 am Lunch MEETING SPONSOR
Royale Orleans Banquet Center 2801 Telegraph, 63125 $15 members | $20 non-members
register at afftonchamber.com by Sept. 4 All St. Louis County guidelines for face coverings and social distancing will be followed.
MISSION STATEMENT The Affton Chamber of Commerce exists to support the business and general interests of the greater Affton area, and to provide opportunities to network, advertise, and educate its member businesses.
LINDCREST PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Chas McMillian 4551 Gravois (63116) 314.221.0590 We strive to make your rental experience outstanding. Most other leasing companies use call centers, external management & maintenance companies, and do not take after hour/weekend calls. All of our hand-picked tenants have our cell phone numbers and are able to talk to either myself or one of my dependable colleagues any day, any time. We also have in-house maintenance to keep all of our properties running in pristine condition.
PERMA-JACK CO.
Lexi Langenbach 4173 Hoffmeister Ave. (63125) 314.544.1957 Perma Jack Company introduced the first remedial steel pier stabilization system and revolutionized the foundation repair industry. The system was invented in 1974 and patented by George Langenbach, the founder of Perma Jack, and has remained a family owned business over the last 36 years. Perma Jack is a frictionless steel pier system used to stabilize the foundations and slabs of settling structures, such as residential home foundations including fireplaces and some porches, multi-family complexes, commercial and industrial buildings.
SCOTT CREDIT UNION
Laurie Maus 9100 Gravois Road (63123) 618.345.1000 www.scu.org Scott Credit Union is a not-for-profit financial cooperative that offers financial services, including checking and savings accounts, vehicle loans, mortgage loans, and more. When someone opens an account at a credit union, they become a member and an owner. We have 19 branches overall, and Affton is our 5th location in Missouri.
STL LED LLC
John Sternberg 10258 Manchester Road (63122) 314.397.2004 www.stlledlightin.com STL LED’s mission is to remove the barriers to transitioning to eco-friendly, money-saving LED technology for St. Louis-area commercial and industrial businesses. After working for over a decade in the commercial real estate and construction industry, their founder grew increasingly frustrated with lighting contractors. Their business model was built to offer a better lighting solution: one based on transparency, accessibility, and integrity. They are a fully-insured, bonded and OSHA-compliant LED lighting company headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri that caters to institutions and commercial and industrial businesses throughout St. Louis City, St. Louis County, St. Charles County, Jefferson County, Lincoln County, and the Metro East area.
As a member, YOU are our best salesperson because YOU know the value of membership!
Recruit a new member & you can choose: lunch at a member meeting or business card newsletter ad Your name or business must be indicated as referring them on the application. The new member cannot have been a member during the past 2 years.
Join us from your home or office on Friday, September 18 at 4:00 pm for a fun, casual time to connect with other members! Watch your email for the Zoom details or email mandy@afftonchamber.com for the log in information.
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PARTNERS Diamond...J & J Construction & Remodeling Platinum...9 Mile Garden, Affton Plaza
Did you know…
Unlock your Membership! Wednesday, September 2 8:00 am -9:00 am Zoom Can’t make it? Contact us to set up a 1-on-1 in person or over Zoom! Learn how to make the most of your Affton Chamber membership by taking advantage of opportunities to network, market your business, use online tools, and more!
New Members, New Representatives, and Prospective Members Welcome
Complimentary Please RSVP at afftonchamber.com.
Nominations are needed for: Business Person of the Year Citizen of the Year Commercial New Construction Commercial Renovation Residential Renovation Nomination Form is included in this newsletter or can be submitted at afftonchamber.com. Deadline for nominations is November 13. Awards will be presented at Annual Awards & Dinner Auction Gala on February 6, 2021.
you can increase your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) by creating a Traffic Catcher Site (TCS) at www.afftonchamber.com!
Want to learn more?
Attend our Key to the 123 Seminar on September 4 or contact the Chamber office. “Your website features are very impressive!”
“I learned so much about the Chamber today!”
POST CLASSIFIED ADS & HELP WANTED Did you know that Affton Chamber members can post classified ads on our website? It is included in your membership! Visit the Classified Ads or Help Wanted pages at afftonchamber.com to submit yours.
If you have hired someone, received an award, or added to your family, send it to mandy@afftonchamber.com by the 15th of the month for publication in the next month’s newsletter.
Welcome to the new Executive Director of Feed My People, Karen Lanter! We look forward to meeting you soon.
PARTNERS Platinum...Dane Huxel-State Farm Agent, Great Southern Bank, Harster Heating & Air Conditioning
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SUBMIT YOUR EVENT TO OUR CALENDAR! If it is submitted by the 15th of the month, it will be published in the next month’s newsletter.
Did you know the Calendar is one of the most visited pages on our website? Need help posting? Contact mandy@afftonchamber.com.
Affton Community Center Flea Market Saturday, September 19 | 8:30 am-1:00 pm Affton Community Center (9801 Mackenzie Road) Here is your opportunity to clean out your clutter as a vendor or to collect a rare treasure as a buyer. Advance registration for vendors is required as limited space is available. Admission is free. $25/vendor table. For more information or to register call 314.615.8822.
Ladies of Oakland Annual Afternoon Tea Thursday, September 24 | 2:00-4:00 pm Oakland House (7801 Genesta) The program will feature a Victorian Fashion Show by Historic Costume Design. Cost $25 per person. Reservations are required and limited (Pam Danklef 314.842.0149).
Manna March Walk for Hunger September 18-20 Virtual Fundraiser Due to Covid-19 restrictions and with the safety and welfare of walkers, volunteers and staff, Manna March 2020 is Feed My People’s first-ever virtual fundraiser. All paid registrants will receive a Manna March T-Shirt and, appropriately new this year, a Feed My People face mask. Register by August 31 to ensure your shirt size and sufficient time to receive your SWAG in time for Manna March weekend, September 18-20. You are encouraged to “walk” anywhere and anytime during the weekend of Friday, September 19 through Sunday, September 20. For more information and to register, visit www.feed-my-people.org/special-events-info
HEATING & AIR CONDITIONING CO.
Family Owned & Operated since 1950 Residential & Commercial Sales & Service on All Major Brands Free Estimates on New Equipment Financing Available Maintenance Agreements 24 Hour Emergency Service
314-631-5300 636-464-7837
9900 Gravois Road, St. Louis, Mo. 63123
www.harsterheating.com
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PARTNERS Gold…Mercy Hospital South, Tammy Luechtefeld - State Farm Agent Silver…Affton Veterinary Clinic, Gapsch CARSTAR Collision Center
We asked our new board member to answer a few questions so we can get to know him better. Photo provided by Cindy’s Photo.
Restaurants | Churches | Financial Institutions Service-Based Businesses or any member trying to reach new customers:
ServPro
You provide 200 half-page inserts & $40 and we do the rest!
My wife Nicol and I love to visit Florida, Branson, and I have goals to visit DC, Grand Canyon on my bucket list. I enjoy golf, and play in a league on Wednesday evenings at Aberdeen.
New Resident Mailing is sent quarterly to new homeowners in 63123 welcoming them to our area. Drop off 200 half-page* inserts & $40 by 1 pm on Thursday, October 15.
Wayne Gretzky: “You will miss 100% of the shots not taken, so take the shots!”
*Have so much to tell new Affton residents that you need a full sheet? Simply double the price ($80) and fold the sheets (in half or tri-fold)!
See above.
I enjoy helping other businesses grow and enjoy the social aspect of the chamber. Being on the board helps you understand what is going on in the community.
My goal is to help our chamber grow in membership and educate the businesses on how we all play a role in growing healthy schools and businesses in our community.
State Representative Bob Burns for providing a replacement flag (that flew over the Missouri State Capitol) for the First Responder Memorial Flagpole in front of the Chamber office.
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PARTNERS Bronze...Affton Christian Food Pantry, Cindy’s Photo, Commerce Bank, Syberg’s: An Eating & Drinking Company
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Masters Sponsor:
PGA Sponsors:
2020 Golf Committee
Alex Knebel, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties—Chair Marty Carr, DECA Realty—Co-Chair Dane Huxel, State Farm Gerard Schmidt, ServPro Rich Whited, PenTech Computer Services
SCORECARD SPONSOR
J & J Construction& Remodeling
GOLF BALL SPONSOR
Woodard Cleaning & Restoration
HOLE IN ONE SPONSOR Bommarito Chevy South
SPECIALITY SPONSORS
Closest to the Pin Great Southern Bank Longest Drive (Men) Fran Ann Engraving Longest Drive (Ladies) SSM Health-Physical Therapy 6
BEVERAGE SPONSOR ABInBev
LUNCH SPONSORS
Hillsboro Title Company J & J Construction & Remodeling Sharpshooter Pit & Grill
HOT DOG SPONSOR St. Louis Altenheim BEVERAGE CART SPONSORS
Affton Plaza Affton Veterinary Clinic Gapsch Carstar Collision Center
BEVERAGE TENT SPONSORS
Commerce Bank Delmar Gardens/Garden Villas South Dane Huxel-State Farm Maverick SoftWash Merx Flooring
PARTNERS Diamond...J & J Construction & Remodeling Platinum...9 Mile Garden, Affton Plaza
Congratulations to our winners….
Closest to the Pin Brad Sherman,
Orlando’s Event Center Longest Drive—Men Joel Eply, Woodard Cleaning & Restoration Longest Drive—Women Angela Bernstein, McKelvey Homes Flight A—First Place
McKelvey Homes
Flight B—First Place
BerkshireHathawayHomeServicesSelectProperties
Flight A—Second Place Woodard Cleaning & Restoration
Cooler of Fun Winner Tom Lange, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properti es Sponsored by Delmar Gardens/Garden Villas South
Flight B—Second Place Affton Plaza
Thank you to everyone who contributed to this year’s event…. 9 Mile Garden AB-INBEV Affton Fire Protection District Affton Plaza Affton Veterinary Clinic Alex Knebel-Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties Andre’s Banquet Centers Bartolino’s South Beth & Ryan Daniels Cindy’s Photo Commerce Bank Crawford-Butz Insurance Agency Crestside Heating & Cooling DECA Reality Delmar Gardens/Garden Villas South Dill, Bamvakais & O’Keefe, PC Edward Jones-Dan Roper First Missouri Credit Union Fran Ann Engraving
Lost & Found Did you lose a club cover at the tournament? Contact the office if it’s yours.
Friends of the Chamber Gapsch’s Carstar Collision Center Gateway Tree Care Great Southern Bank Harster Heating & Air Conditioning Hillsboro Title Company Hulsey Roofing Company J&J Construction & Remodeling Kevin & Patti Ortyl Maverick SoftWash MB Insurance Consulting dba MBHealth McKelvey Homes Merx Flooring Orlando’s Event Center Pasta House St. Louis Altenheim Safeguard Forms & Systems Inc. Sam’s Club #8205 ServPro Sharpshooter Pit & Grill
SSM Health-Physical Therapy State Farm Insurance-Dane Huxel State Farm Insurance-Tammy Luechtefeld Syberg’s-An Eating & Drink Co. Tapawingo National Golf Club The Housing Partnership The UPS Store-Grasso Plaza Woodard Cleaning & Restoration
Thanks to Cindy Tiefenbrunn of Cindy’s Photo for capturing great event photo’s...you can view them at https://cindysphoto.shootproof.com/ gallery/12677990
Event Volunteers
Mike Detrick, Great Southern Bank Lisa Graf, Crestside Heating & Cooling Kami Kimes, Hillsboro Title Company Nancy Luechtefeld, Unique Journeys Yvonne Merlotti, Affton Plaza Charles Montgomery, 24-7 Animal & Pest Control Angie Muegge, Sharpshooter Pit & Grill Chris Rackley, Bommarito Chevy South Rob Smith, Gapsch Carstar Collision Center Cindy Tiefenbrunn, Cindy’s Photo Dick Walkenbach, Insurance Concepts Amanda Willis, eXp Realty
PARTNERS Platinum...Dane Huxel-State Farm Agent, Great Southern Bank, Harster Heating & Air Conditioning
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POST CLASSIFIED ADS & HELP WANTED Did you know that Affton Chamber members can post classified ads on our website? It is included in your membership! Visit the Classified Ads or Help Wanted pages at afftonchamber.com to submit yours.
CURRENT LISTINGS Did you know over 2,000 people follow us on Facebook?
We want to get your message to them! Contact us and we'll visit to take a video or picture to share. Let us (& all our followers) know how you're doing business now. You can include specials, features, and/or modifications.
SOCIAL SPOTLIGHT
This is another benefit of membership!
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SALES ASSISTANT AND OFFICE MANAGER Part Time - 20 to 30 hours per week. Flexible hours and days. $17 per hour. Professional sales assistant and Office manager. Contact: Michael Butz MB Insurance Consulting (MBhealth) 9700 Mackenzie, Suite 101 St. Louis, MO 63123 (314) 544-5400 Fax: (314) 696-8299 mbutz@mbhealth.com PROFESSIONAL OFFICE SPACE for rent Second floor professional office space anywhere from 900 sq ft to 3000 sq ft. We have "cluster OR shared space" possible if only a "desk and wifi and phone" needed. Contact: Fred Middlekauff 9700 Mackenzie, Suite 120 St Louis, MO 63123 (314) 954-7987 fred.middlekauff@crawfordbutz.com
PARTNERS Gold…Mercy Hospital South, Tammy Luechtefeld - State Farm Agent Silver…Affton Veterinary Clinic, Gapsch CARSTAR Collision Center
AFFTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
BBQ SATURDAY, OCTOBER 3rd 10:30AM - 5:30PM
TICKET SPONSOR:
(or until food runs out) at Schnucks Parking Lot 10070 Gravois Road at Valcour CARRYOUT ONLY
DINNERS: $10.00 INCLUDES (2) SIDES PORK STEAKS | HALF CHICKEN 1/3 SLAB RIBS | (2) BRATWURSTS Sandwiches Also Available: Hamburgers, Brats & Hot Dogs
Volunteers Needed Two-Hour Shifts | Wear Your Company Attire | Network with Other Workers Contact the Chamber office to sign-up!
PARTNERS Bronze...Affton Christian Food Pantry, Cindy’s Photo, Commerce Bank, Syberg’s: An Eating & Drinking Company
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August Membership Meeting
Sponsored by:
August 13, 2020
Thanks...
Orlando’s Event Center for the delicious lunch. Meeting Sponsor: MB Insurance Consulting dba MB Health Greeters Alex Knebel, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties and Charlie Merx, Merx Flooring. Speaker: Michael Butz, MB Insurance Consulting dba MB Health Photos provided by Cindy’s Photo
New Member Kevin Dean
Executive Construction Services
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New Member Walter Sawicki
Gardenville Masonic Temple
New Member Rev. Bob Poley
Grace Union Church
New Member Anne Gerding
Safeguard Forms & Systems
PARTNERS Diamond...J & J Construction & Remodeling Platinum...9 Mile Garden, Affton Plaza
The 50/50 amount of $19 was won by Charlie Merx, Merx Flooring.
Shop Chamber Members! See more offers and details at afftonchamber.com
Alex Knebel, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Select Properties won a prize donated by MB Insurance Consulting dba MB Health.
Ad Source One—10% discount.
Want to see your name mentioned here? Attend a meeting, buy 50/50 tickets & win OR donate an item for the 50/50 drawing.
Crown Optical—10% off all eyeglasses, contact lenses, sunglasses & accessories. Not valid with insurance or other discount plans.
Add your offer to this list by emailing mandy@afftonchamber.com
The E & A CFO Group—One month free payroll or other accounting service with 1 year commitment. Call for free quote. F2 Garage Door Solutions—Free safety inspection for garage door and garage door opener! Fran Ann Engraving—10% off purchase from store. John G’Sell DDS—10% discount off services. Gateway Alarm, Inc.—Receive 3 months free monitoring with a new system. Gateway Tree Care—10% off services. Insite Advice—Free Extended Internet Marketing Analysis ($300 value) MB Health—$50 discount on Business Consultations
CHAMBER BENEFIT PLAN
Precision Garage Door of St. Louis—Free tube and tune-up with any repair service. St. Louis Bone and Joint Center—FREE Consultation/Exam and Report of Findings.
Looking for health insurance options for 2020? There’s Strength in Numbers! We are proud to offer a medical plan that lets small businesses join together for more plan options and lower rates. Say hello to the Chamber Benefit Plan. A multiple employer welfare arrangement (MEWA) designed for small businesses who are members of a qualified Chamber of Commerce, like ours. Powered by the Missouri Chamber Federation and administered by Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, the Chamber Benefit Plan is available to small group employers in Missouri who have 2 to 50 eligible employees. To find out if you qualify, contact one of our members that are Chamber Benefit Plan Certified Brokers: MB Health 314.544.5400 Sonus Benefits 314.677.2550
DO YOU HAVE THIS CARD? It can save you money!
Just present this card when you check out to save on office supplies and printing. Need one? Contact the Chamber office.
PARTNERS Platinum...Dane Huxel-State Farm Agent, Great Southern Bank, Harster Heating & Air Conditioning
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AFFTON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE www.afftonchamber.com 9815 Mackenzie Road Affton, MO 63123-5424
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TIME-DATED MATERIAL
2020 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Officers President
Carrie Carrigan
President-Elect
Marty Carr
Vice-President
Cindy Tiefenbrunn
Secretary
Lois Mans
Treasurer
Dane Huxel
Great Southern Bank
JULY 2020 • New Members: Hillsboro Title Company, Paske Pest Control & Wildlife Solutions, Perma-Jack Co., RJ Contracting, Safeguard Forms & Systems Inc. • Held July General Membership Meeting
• Ribbon Cutting at 9 Mile Garden • Held Virtual Happy Hour • Prepared New Resident Mailing to 200 residents. • Monthly Board of Directors Meeting • Committee Meetings: Ambassadors, Golf Tournament, Economic Development
• Member Communication: 5 E-Blasts (8 members participated) and 1 E-News • Website: 1,328 page views (629 unique visits); top visited pages: History of Affton, Golf Tournament, Member Directory; 5,324 impressions of banner ads on website & member’s area with 87 click-thrus
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Deca Realty Co. Inc. Cindy’s Photo
Farmers Insurance Agency State Farm Insurance Directors Michael Bamvakais Jake Baretich Dr. Tara Brooks Alex Knebel Yvonne Merlotti Charlie Merx Gerard Schmidt Rob Smith Rich Whited
Affton Plaza Merx Flooring ServPro Gapsch CARSTAR Collision Center PenTech Computer Services
Ex-Officio Chief Nick Fahs Capt. Melissa Webb
Affton Fire Protection District St. Louis County Police-Affton
Lisa Rackley Mandy Montgomery
Dill, Bamvakais & O’Keefe, PC J & J Construction & Remodeling Affton Veterinary Clinic
Executive Director Office Assistant
Annual Awards Nomination Form Please check one. You may duplicate this form to nominate in more than one category. Deadline is November 13, 2020.
Form must be completed in its entirety to be a valid nomination _______ I want to nominate an individual for Business Person of the Year. Recognition of a successful business leader in the Affton community; someone who has demonstrated ethical business practices, distinguished herself/himself with their dedicated & energetic leadership. This person has given her/his services to enhance the quality of business life & embodies community leadership through the combination of business, civic, & community activities. Cannot nominate individuals that have received this award in the past. _______ I want to nominate an individual for Citizen of the Year. Recognition of an individual who has made substantial volunteer contributions with dedicated service in the interest of the Affton community. Cannot nominate individuals that have received this award in the past. _______ I want to nominate a business for Commercial New Construction. New construction of commercial project in 63123 & is completed during 2020; must include photos and be current member of the Affton Chamber of Commerce. _______ I want to nominate a business for Commercial Renovation. Renovation project in 63123 & is completed during 2020; must include photos and be current member of the Affton Chamber of Commerce. _______ I want to nominate an individual for Residential Renovation. Renovation project in 63123 & is completed during 2020, must include photos.
Nominee’s Name ___________________________________________________________ Street Address______________________________________________________________ City, State, Zip ________________________________ Phone: _______________________ Please tell us why the nominee deserves this award. List any accomplishments, awards, or honors the nominee has received. This section will be used to determine who receives this award. Please attach additional pages if necessary.
_______________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ Nomination submitted by:
Phone:
Submit Online: afftonchamber.com | Mail: 9815 Mackenzie Road, Affton, MO 63123|Scan & Email: Lisa@afftonchamber.com