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Our Town CONTENTS NORTHWEST CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

C asino Night Date is Announced N ew Chamber Office Under Construction C ongratulations to 2013 Executive Board and Board of Directors R ibbon Cuttings Still Going Strong

8 Chamber Royalty is Honored

by Brian Goldman

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MARYLAND HEIGHTS CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 10 10 11 12 12

MHCC Hosts Business Leaders of the Year Awards Ceremony Ranken Jordan Receives Help With Holiday Decorations Who Will be the 1st Annual Wreath War Winner?

MHCC Honors Business Leaders of the Year Team Central Ribbon Cutting

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12 NCI Celebrates a Year of Outstanding Accomplishments 13 Christian Hospital’s Ron McMullen Named North County’s Chairman of the Board of Directors for 2013 14 NCI Member Benefits

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GNCC Welcomes 14 New Members Auction Warriors Resale opens in Florissant Chamber Welcomes easyhome Starbucks Joins Greater North County Chamber GNCC Hosts 2012 Nite of Stars GNCC Accepting Scholarship Applications

Staff Writer DeAnna Massie Contributing Writer Jacqueline Hayes, MD, Family Medicine, SSM Medical Group – Cross Keys

5 North St. Louis County Offers Resources and Support for Small Business Owners

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15 The Medical Memo: Preparing for Your Well-Woman Exam

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North St. Louis County Offers Resources and Support for Small Business Owners

by DeAnna Massie Growing and maintaining a business of

which will be held on January 12 and

Weis said. “Some mentors put in 40 hours,

any size is a difficult undertaking, but as

February 9, covers fundamentals like:

but others put in 10 or less. It depends

many chamber of commerce members

how to write a professional business

on how much time you have to give. I

know

plan,

winning

got involved because I wanted to give

firsthand,

small

businesses

how

to

develop

sometimes face the biggest challenges.

marketing

importance

back and to focus on small businesses.

Deb Weis, marketing chair for St. Louis

of your company’s legal structure, use

That’s why most of our counselors

SCORE Chapter 21, said small businesses

of technology and what you need to

come to SCORE. Small business owners

are up against some tough obstacles.

know about licenses, insurance and

can really benefit from our counselors’

taxes. On January 26, a seminar titled

years of experience.”

“The kind of problems a small business might face depends on the type of business, but it’s a very competitive market place,” Weis said. “Growth is very important.”

Free Counseling, Business Scans and More with SCORE Since 1964, St. Louis SCORE has assisted approximately 100,000 small businesses.

About 2,000 start-ups and established companies sought help from SCORE advisors in the last fiscal year alone. The nonprofit, volunteer-run organization offers free counseling and mentoring,

strategy,

a

the

“Understanding Financial Statements” will educate small business owners on utilizing financial analysis to improve

Bank, Royal Banks of Missouri, Scottrade,

In addition to dozens of other resources,

Development

some of the tools available through

Charles County, The John Cook School

SCORE include a

Inc.,

veteran

professionals

from

all fields of business. Many are still working and understand the current

Center

Economic

(EDC)

of

St.

of Business at Saint Louis University, The U.S. Small Business Administration,

about tax policies and procedures, a

St. Louis Business Journal, and the St.

catalog of preferred area lenders and a

Louis and St. Charles County Women’s

list of marketing tips.

Journals. The main office for St. Louis

In 2013, SCORE will continue to offer free business scans.

and

provide

identify

in-depth

opportunities

recommendations performance,”

SCORE Chapter 21 is located in the SBA offices at 200 North Broadway, Suite 1500, in St. Louis. At present, the chapter

take a look at the entire business

include

Contact,

business planning

business owner should do without.

local business community. Counselors

Constant

links to vital information

workbook,

“A team of qualified counselors will

SCORE’s greatest contribution to the

Bank, BMO Harris Bank, Commerce

their businesses.

free workshops, and a list of tools no

Providing access to free counseling is

SCORE is sponsored by PNC Bank, U.S.

analysis and

for

Weis

to

make

improving

said.

“Larger

companies can afford this kind of analysis, but we want to make it available to small businesses for free.”

has branch offices in St. Charles, 5988 Mid Rivers Mall Drive, and a Kirkwood branch office at 333 South Kirkwood Road.

Call 314.539.6600 x 242. or visit stlscore.org for more information, to connect with a counselor, or to become a counselor yourself.

every aspect of starting and growing

Weis

a business, from identifying what to

consider counseling or a business scan.

Small Business Administration Connects Small Businesses to Federal Programs

“Any

The U.S. Small Business Administration

business climate. They offer help with

consider when determining viability to seeking out marketing venues the

encouraged

business

all

businesses

would

benefit

to

from

owner may have overlooked.

what we can offer,” she said. “Start-ups

Clients have total flexibility to seek help

create a business plan, but established

as frequently as they want.

companies can use help determining

have no idea where to begin, or how to

“We are here for them as long as they

something they have overlooked.”

In addition to connecting with small

relationships have continued for years.”

business owners who need assistance,

Clients

benefit

from

one-on-one

mentoring and group counseling, but

seeks

qualified

professionals

willing to serve as mentors.

SCORE

“Originally,

comprehensive instruction, too. “How to

mainly

counselors

Start and Manage Your Own Business,”

professionals who are still working,”

but

now

in downtown St. Louis, is dedicated to assisting business owners with access contracts, business tools and more. The office provides financial assistance for new or existing businesses through guaranteed loans made by area lenders and free counseling through SCORE.

workshops and seminars can provide

retirees,

1953. The St. Louis District Office, located

to resources, loans, loan guarantees,

need us,” Weis said. “Some of our client

SCORE

(SBA) has served small businesses since

we

were have

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Northwest Chamber of Commerce northwestchamber.com 314.291.2131

Chamber Royalty is Honored by Brian Goldman

Left: Royalty honored at Family Night include (from left to right): Al Beinke, Bobby Burleson and Pat Watson. Top Right: T.R. and Lucy Carr and Kevin and Tina Hall with their daughter, Adianna at Family Night. Bottom Right: Pictured from right: Pat Hawn, Scott Palermo and friend with children.

Pat Watson from Airline Park joined the Northwest Chamber of Commerce in 1985. Who would have thought that she would have so many titles and be called so many things over the next 27 years? Some were official titles: chamber member, committee member, board member, and executive board member.

Some were adjectives: fun, generous, hard worker, and (my personal favorite) crazy old lady. The one that most people recognize is “Queen of the 50/50 Drawing.” Pat took over the 50/50 raffle at our monthly meetings a little more than 20 years ago.

Pat has missed very few meetings in all these years, and she has harassed people every month for more than 225 months to buy her raffle tickets. Knowing that the proceeds go back to the chamber and to the scholarship fund gives her the fuel she needs to be relentless and make sure that nobody gets by without buying. The fact that her personality is some kind of wonderful and she does it effortlessly and with a smile has earned her the “queen” title, and she wears it proudly.

Last year, Pat was given a Lifetime Achievement Award at our Annual

Meeting, and her only comment was “But I’m not dead yet!” This year we wanted to honor her and not have her complain about still being alive, so on December 7, 2012 the chamber held “Pat Watson Family Night” at Hazelwood Bowl. There were 126 people who came out to have a great time as we combined different kinds of crazy bowling games, food and drink specials, sang karaoke, and of course, held 50/50 drawings. The fact that we were able to raise more than $2000 for our scholarship fund while honoring our “queen” only made Pat Watson Night that much more special.

Casino Night Date is Announced The Northwest Chamber of Commerce wants you to mark your calendars, and tell all of your friends and family to do the same. the 2013 Casino Night will be Friday, March 1. This event has been going on for more than 20 years, and you definitely don’t want to miss it – the best casino night in town!

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New Chamber Office Under Construction

Congratulations to 2013 Executive Board and Board of Directors The Northwest Chamber of Commerce recently held its elections for new board directors and selection of new officers for 2013. We are proud to announce the following chamber members have been installed for terms beginning in 2013.

2013 EXECUTIVE BOARD Chairman of the Board – Steve Hewkin, Hewkin Auto Body

VC – Community Development – Dr. Mike

Northwest Chamber is very excited to announce the location of its new office. The NWCC has been located on the second floor of St. Johns Bank and Trust in Bridgeton for more than 15 years. The bank has been such a great host and landlord for the chamber, but they’ve outgrown the space and need more room. NWCC is heading six miles east on St. Charles Rock Road to the city of St. John Municipal Building. The new address will be 8944 St. Charles Rock Road, St. John, MO 63114.

One of the things NWCC is most excited about with the new space is the “drop-in” office. As the chamber has grown, new members have come from South County, West County, downtown, Chesterfield, St. Peters and other “non-northwest” areas. At the new location there will be a drop- in office with Wi-Fi available for chamber members whose offices may be too far away. There will be no cost to use the space; it is just another added service for Northwest County Chamber members. There will also be a 20’x25’ board room available if larger space is needed.

The St. John Police Department is on the first floor, the St. John Municipal Court is on the second floor, and the chamber will be on the third floor. Please come by and visit when you have a chance.

Ribbon Cuttings Still Going Strong The Northwest Chamber of Commerce ambassadors, board members, and members continue to come out in full force to support our members at ribbon cuttings for new businesses and special occasions.

Team Central Gymnastics Academy celebrates 20 years in business.

Fulton- Pattonville School District VC – Membership Services – Tammy Durbin, Kelly Services VC – Public Relations – Amy Smith, Favazza and Associates Secretary – Christine Cole – US Bank, Bellerive Branch Treasurer – Fletcher Wells II – St. Johns Bank & Trust Immediate Past-Chair – Jerry Hart - Valley Industries

2013 BOARD OF DIRECTORS Dr. Chris Kilbride – Ritenour School District T. R. Carr – Southern Illinois University Edwardsville

Mike Stein – ALRO Heating & Cooling Chief Terry Milam – City of St. John Chief Don Hood – City of Bridgeton Chief Tom Jackson – City of Ferguson Mayor James McGee – City of Vinita Park Barry Herring – CMIT Solutions Bob Baker – US Foods Kim Bakker – SSM DePaul Health Center Lori Bushman – Sprint Paul Rose – Charter Business Steve Krazl – US Bank, Bridgeton Branch Bob Aubuchon – City of Hazelwood Tony Lamantia – Republic Services Naomi Francis – Choices Catering Kevin Hall – Bommarito of Hazelwood Melanie Wiginton – T&L Tree Service Harry Lively – Simploy James Marcellino – Enterprise Rent A Car-Shared Services

Brian Goldman NWCC Executive Director Dr. Johar opens his new office, Mercy Clinic Women’s Health in Hazelwood.

NWCC - glad to be a part of Wingstop’s opening of newest location in Normandy.

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Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce mhcc.com 314.576.6603

MHCC Hosts Business Leaders of the Year Awards Ceremony

Ranken Jordan Receives Help Decorating for the Holidays

From left to right: Michael Trotter-Bunge North America, Kathleen Lovelace-Aflac, Laureen Tanner-Ranken Jordan, Mitch SteproIESI, Andy Arrick-Westport Plaza, Stan Moeckli-Electro Savings Credit Union, Roger Goessling- Zipp Express, Shawn LokkeWingate by Wyndham, Tony Lanzone-ONEWAY Construction, Rick Norblad-DHL Global Mail, Mark Giannotti-Venmar Systems, Ric Hoerz-Sandler Training, Brian Douglas-Chairman of the Board, Charles Page-Air Products, Tony Curlucci-Hollywood Casino & Hotel, Not pictured - Chief Tom O’Connor-Maryland Heights Police Department

The Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce hosted its Seventh Annual Business Leaders of the Year Award Ceremony on Wednesday, November 28 at Harrah’s Casino and Hotel. The event was held to recognize individuals who demonstrate an outstanding commitment to the community. The recognized recipients were nominated by fellow chamber members from within the community and presented to a committee that chose the recipients based on specific criteria. The award categories and recipients are as follows:

Business Leader of the Year Award - Ranken Jordan Pediatrics Specialty Hospital, Laureen Tanner

Business Investment Award - Hollywood Casino Corporate Commitment Award - ONEWAY Construction, Tony Lanzone Corporate Innovation Award - Products, Charles Page Public Service Award - Bunge North America, Michael Trotter Rookie of the Year - Aflac, Kathleen Lovelace Service Award - DHL Global Mail, Rick Nordblad Volunteer Leadership Award - Wingate by Wyndham, Shawn Lokke Not-for-Profit of the Year - Electro Saving Credit Union, Pat Pettey Small Business Leader of the Year - Venmar Systems, Inc. Mark Giannotti Corporate Partner of the Year - IESI, Mitch Stepro Civic Commitment - Westport Plaza, Andy Arrick Ambassador of the Year - Roger Goessling Special recognitions included Ric Hoerz, Sandler Training at the Rubicon Institute and Chief Tom O’Connor, Maryland Heights Police Department.

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It’s starting to look a lot like Christmas at Ranken Jordan Specialty Hospital.

ONEWAY Construction, UMB Bank, Amerinet and Bastian Robotics volunteered time to help Ranken Jordan Specialty Hospital decorate for the holidays. These members went above and beyond adding sparkle into the building.

Who will be the 1st Annual Wreath War Winner?

Twenty-five businesses competed in the first annual MHCC Christmas Wreath War ; 19 of the entries are pictured here. Not pictured are wreaths from Maryland Heights Convention & Visitors Bureau, Trianwreck Saloon, RBO Print Logistix, Adsell Companies, Juice Plus and Electro Savings Credit Union. The winner will be announced in the next edition of Our Town Magazine.

Kelly Services

Concentra Medical Center

Comfort Inn

Aflac

A Skeetz Production

Zipp Express

Crossroads Hospice

One Way

Janie’s Pet Grooming

Simploy

River City Flooring

Simploy 2

Extra Thyme

Nuts Neighborhood Bar & Grill

McDonalds

Pattonville

Brian Douglas MHCC Board Chairman

Wingate

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MHCC Honors Business Leaders of the Year Among the many honors MHCC bestowed on deserving nominees at this year’s Business Leader of the Year ceremony, the most prestigious was awarded to Laureen Tanner and her team at Ranken Jordan. Ranken Jordan is a Pediatric Specialty Hospital, and one of only a handful of hospitals in the United States that provide rehabilitation and subacute medical treatment for children regardless of the family’s ability to pay. Ranken Jordan is a private, not-for-profit, specialty pediatric rehabilitation hospital located in Maryland Heights.

Ranken Jordan has built a unique, free-standing 34-bed state-of-theart facility, which was financed on donations and private investments.

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Team Central Ribbon Cutting The Maryland Heights Chamber of Commerce and Team Central Gymnastic Academy hosted a 20-year anniversary ribbon cutting celebration on Thursday, November 15, 2012.

Team Central Gymnastic Academy is a 22,000 square foot, 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, unique to St Louis and one of the largest gymnastic centers in the USA. It offers weekly gymnastic classes, year-round 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. day camps, kids’ night out, birthday parties and more. MHCC members receive their child’s first class visit at no charge and half off on the first day of camp and yearly registration fee. Team Central Gymnastics offers local businesses year-round banner display opportunities viewed by more than 1000 families weekly. Go to teamcentral.org or call Lynn Watson at 314.291.0101.

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the

underserved.

assists

The

socially

disadvantaged

and

organization

St. Louis Small Business Week will take

from

economically

place May 6 – 10; it is widely recognized

and resources since it began in 2007.

individuals

Innovate

St.

Louis

assistance

through

as one of the largest and most productive

The organization has helped generate

the Minority Enterprise Development

in the country. For more information,

more than $50 million in annualized

Program,

visit sbwem.org.

revenues, more than $80 million in

and

Women’s

Business

Ownership Representatives are available to

advise

There

are

women also

business

loan

owners.

programs

for

veterans and businesses involved in international trade.

navigate

legislative

waters,

Entrepreneurs looking to start a small business in the information technology

The SBA also helps small business owners

Innovate St. Louis Specializes in I.T. Start-ups

the

complicated

with

information

and guidance about healthcare and healthcare reform, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), business structure and tax implications, and license and permit laws. Visit sba.gov to learn more.

field

have

resource

access in

to

Innovate

a

specialized St.

Louis.

Innovate St. Louis seeks to promote entrepreneurship in St. Louis through a variety of initiatives, including two mentoring programs, Innovate Venture Mentoring Service (IVMS) and the IT Entrepreneur

Network

(ITEN).

The

goal is to build a network of successful,

The SBA also sponsors Small Business

serial entrepreneurs willing to mentor

Week, a nationwide celebration and

innovative new ventures at no cost.

recognition of small business owners,

Innovate St. Louis also promotes local

small

and

entrepreneurs and success to the larger

government contractors. Small Business

public and helps to connect innovative

Week of Eastern Missouri, Inc. was

business start-ups with investors.

business

champions

established to assist with the planning of the event in the SBA’s St. Louis District.

More than 450 companies have benefited

investment and created more than 1,100 jobs. For more information on Innovate St. Louis, visit innovatestl. org. To learn more about the Innovate Venture

Mentoring

Service

visit

innovatevms.org.

From securing capital and developing a business plan to managing taxes and healthcare, small business owners have to wear several hats. Along with administrative

responsibilities,

small

business owners also oversee marketing, affect

growth

and

much

more.

Fortunately, in North St. Louis County, a number of resources are in place to help the entrepreneur. Whether taking the very steps with a start-up, or looking for ways to grow an established company, small business owners in North St. Louis have a broad network of resources and support. OT

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North County, Inc. Celebrates a Year of Outstanding Accomplishments It was a productive year for NCI, with significant accomplishments in the areas of economic development, healthcare, education, infrastructure, and marketing/events.

“This has been a remarkable year,” said President and CEO Rebecca Zoll.

“Through membership in North County Inc. companies, cities, civic and charitable organizations and area residents have the opportunity to participate in an organization that is working hard on behalf of the entire North St. Louis County to build a stronger, more sustainable community.”

Promoting economic development is one of NCI’s primary missions. In 2012, the organization launched a new Business Retention Program with assistance from Ameren Missouri, completed a year-long research project on the Business Climate of North County with the Public Policy Research Center, supported incentives to enhance the region’s international cargo and global competitiveness, and developed a North County Economic Profile that showcases the positive business climate and quality of life in the community. NCI also supported protecting proven, performancebased tax credits that leverage private investment and stimulate employment and economic growth for the region.

The infrastructure of North St. Louis County also continues to improve thanks to the efforts of NCI. The organization served as an advocate for equitable transportation and infrastructure funding and maintenance, served on the CAG for the Northwest Parkway Study

by St. Louis County, MoDOT’s Blanchette Bridge and I-270 Corridor Studies, and testified before the Blue Ribbon Citizens Committee on MO Transportation needs about local community concerns and funding needs.

NCI

also

continued

collaboration

on a “Great Streets” project with the Normandy, UMSL and East-West Gateway to complete the conceptual design and began working with MoDOT on engineering design for transportation improvements along the Natural Bridge Road corridor.

Education accomplishments for 2012 include the launch of the North County Education Excellence initiative to promote and highlight the positive achievements of our local schools, students and faculty. NCI also supported the local autonomy of school districts and legislation to improve the budgets for the University of Missouri-St. Louis and St. Louis Community College’s work-force development programs and opposed legislative efforts to impose new restrictions upon the authority of local districts. NCI also continued to participate in the St. Louis School/ Business Partnership.

NCI’s accomplishments in the area of healthcare include a variety of new and continued efforts. NCI began a communication initiative to increase awareness about positive growth and accomplishments occurring in the North County area among the staff at area hospitals, and encouraged use of local doctors and specialists through an online healthcare directory at NorthStLouisCounty.com. In an effort to increase access to care, NCI supported maintaining a safety net for those who cannot afford or are ineligible for health insurance, providing mental health parity, and adequately reimbursing providers. The organization supported continuation of legislation requiring Certificate of Need for new hospitals, marketed hospitals’ monthly community health events and hosted The Affordable Care Act Seminar for Small Business, focusing on what the new healthcare law means for small businesses.

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Last year, NCI continued to promote North St. Louis County businesses and events. It promoted ExploreNorthStLouisCounty. com, a comprehensive attractions and recreations website and continued to operate NorthStLouisCounty.com, the most comprehensive regional resource website available for North County.

In addition to the website, NCI published a monthly eNewsletter, marketed more than 400 different local events, member accomplishments and endeavors, and connected community and business leaders with resources in the area.

Venus Martz, director of marketing and membership, said NCI saw tremendous success with marketing and special events.

“Our sold-out events are not only great for networking but they’ve also become some of the leading events to attend in North County,” she said.

NCI celebrated its 35th anniversary with an anniversary fundraiser, a soldout event that included an elegant five-course dinner with wine pairing and auction at Hendel’s Market Café and Piano Bar. NCI also hosted more than 300 guests at the sixth annual NCI Salutes 30 Leaders in their Thirties Recognition Reception, and honored several distinguished business, civic and community leaders for their contributions to the community at the 35th Annual Breakfast, attended by more than 550 guests. NCI also sponsored Ferguson’s Twilight Walk/Run and the Mayor’s Shamrock Ball by assisting with the marketing efforts of these events .

Finally, NCI hosted a North County Legislative Reception in partnership with the area’s three chambers of commerce. A comprehensive North County Legislative Agenda was developed and adopted by NCI and the chambers as part of this initiative.

Christian Hospital’s Ron McMullen named North County Inc.’s Chairman of the Board of Directors for 2013 The Board of Directors for North County Incorporated (NCI), a regional development association, has elected Ron McMullen as chair for 2013. This is a one-year term, beginning January 1, 2013. McMullen succeeds Sandy Weber, recently retired vice president/district director for US Bank, who served as North County Incorporated’s board of directors chairwoman in 2012.

William R. Ray, Jr. serves as special assistant to County Executive Charlie A. Dooley’s office for St. Louis County.

In his role, Ray has served on various boards and commissions representing the interest of St. Louis County and its residents. Currently, Ray is the liaison to MSD for the preliminary planning for the coming St. Louis County disparity study and supplier diversity program.

“Ron McMullen has been an active member of the NCI board of directors and the community. His diverse leadership skills will be an asset as the incoming board chair for North County Inc.,” Weber said.

Scott D. Schneider serves as the Waterford branch manager for US Bank in Florissant, Mo. Schneider is responsible for managing sales and operation of the branch with deposits exceeding $210 million. Schneider has established a successful track record in expanding new and old businesses though solid interaction with clients and prospects through community organizations and activities. He was the 2005 and 2007 Annual Pinnacle Winner. Schneider is a past board chair of the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce and the North County Leadership Directory Board for Christian Hospital.

Ron McMullen is the president of Christian Hospital. He has worked in the healthcare industry for more than 30 years and currently oversees Christian Hospital, Northwest HealthCare and Village North Retirement Center. He has served on North County Incorporated’s board of directors since 2007 and on the executive board as a director since 2010.

He has also served as the organization’s secretary (2011) and vice chair (2012).

“I’m looking forward to serving as the 2013 NCI board chair as we work together as advocates for North County,” McMullen said. “We’ll continue to connect our community and its municipal and business leaders as we work together toward positive growth and economic development to enhance the quality of life in this region.”

The NCI board of directors also named several new board members for 2013.

NCI’s incoming board members for 2013 are: Mayor Larry “Butch” Besmer, city of Woodson Terrace; William Ray, Jr, St. Louis County; Scott Schneider, US Bank; and Elizabeth Wade, Pulaski Bank.

Mayor Larry “Butch” Besmer was elected as mayor of the city of Woodson Terrace in April 2006. Prior to his role as mayor, he worked for the U.S. Post Office, serving as a shop steward and later, a member of the executive board of the APWU. He was elected as a city of Woodson Terrace Alderman for Ward 2 in 1995. During his time as alderman, he chaired the city’s finance committee and served on the Planning and Zoning Board.

Elizabeth J. Wade serves as branch manager for Pulaski Bank in Hazelwood, Mo. Wade is responsible for managing sales and operation of the branch. Wade facilitated the company-wide credit card sales increase and continues to oversee sales efforts. Wade serves on the board of directors for the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce, and volunteers for the Carney’s Kids Foundation, Soroptimist International of Greater St. Louis and TEAM Food Pantry.

2013 NORTH COUNTY INCORPORATED OFFICERS Chair – Hospital

Ron

McMullen,

Christian

Vice Chair – Chief Mike Gantner, Black Jack Fire Protection District Treasurer – Fletcher E. Wells II, St. John’s Bank & Trust Company

Kim Bakker, SSM Health Care – St. Louis Everet Ballard, St. Louis County-Fire Standard Commission Fire Academy Nathan Bennett, Hendel’s Cafe and Piano Bar Mayor Larry “Butch” Besmer, City of Woodson Terrace Milton Bischof, Trinity Catholic High School Brenda Bobo-Fisher, Individual/ Resident Marsha Bonds, Coldwell Banker Gundaker Daniel Boyle, The Boyle Law Firm, LLC T.R. Carr, Ph.D., Individual/Resident John Cary, Ed.D., Special School District Lillie Dumas, Commerce Bank Chief Michael Gantner, Black Jack Fire Protection District Dora Gianoulakis, Spanish Lake Community Association Brian Goldman, Northwest Chamber of Commerce Patty Gould, Pattonville School District Mayor Patrick Green, City of Normandy Kevin Hall, Bommarito of Hazelwood, Nissan, Honda, Volkswagen and Ford Jim Hessel, Individual/Resident Sean Hogan, SSM DePaul Health Center Christopher Kilbride, Ed.D., Ritenour School District Mayor James Knowles III, City of Ferguson Stanton Lawrence, Ed.D., Normandy School District Chief Terry Loehrer, Pattonville Fire Protection District Carolyn Marty, Greater North County Chamber of Commerce Mayor Norm McCourt, City of Black Jack Art McCoy, Ph.D., Ferguson-Florissant School District Karen McKay, Individual/Resident Ronald McMullen, Christian Hospital

Secretary – Judge Dan Boyle, The Boyle Law Firm, LLC

COMPLETE 2013 NORTH COUNTY INCORPORATED BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jack Agnew, Individual/Resident 13

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Rebecca Zoll NCI President & CEO Photo by Kent Miller Photography

Justin Naber, Fred Weber, Inc. Howard Nimmons, CPA/PPS,

CFP, Nimmons Wealth Management John O’Mara, Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 562 Shirley Paro, City of Bellefontaine Neighbors Marcia Pfeiffer, Ph.D., St. Louis Community College at Florissant Valley Karen Pierre, University of Missouri-St. Louis Terry Proffitt, Individual/Resident Carolyn Pryor, M.D., Serenity Women’s Healthcare, Inc. Bill Ray, St. Louis County David Reed, St. Louis Mills Mayor Matthew Robinson, City of Hazelwood Scott Schneider, US Bank Mayor Thomas Schneider, City of Florissant Rance Thomas, Ph.D., John Knox Presbyterian Church Grayling Tobias, Ed.D., Hazelwood School District Mark Tranel, Ph.D., Public Policy Research Center Elizabeth Wade, Pulaski Bank Timothy Wadman, SSM Rehabilitation Hospital Senator Gina Walsh, State of Missouri Sandra Weber, U.S. Bank Fletcher E. Wells II, St. Johns Bank & Trust Co. North County Incorporated is a regional development organization, which acts as a catalyst to define and advocate economic and community development for North St. Louis County. NCI was established in 1977.

NCI Member Benefits For 30 years, North County, Inc. has been the only organization to serve the entire North St. Louis County community. While all area residents benefit from the many programs and information NCI provides, members enjoy a long list of advantages. They have access to regional information and marketing, community and business development guidance. Members participate in networking opportunities with professionals and community leaders and collaborate to promote the benefits of doing business and living in North County.

They get recognition in area-wide publications and have a voice to support regional legislative efforts.

Lillie Dumas, vice president and branch manager, Commerce Bank, sees NCI membership as a way to impact not only her professional life, but her community.

“As a member of NCI, I feel that I am kept abreast of issues critical to the economy of North County, which is where I live and work, “ she said. “I am then able to insure that my actions contribute to the overall health and viability of North County.”

In addition to many other benefits, Kevin Hall, director of Corporate Partnerships & Program Sales, Bommarito of Hazelwood – Nissan, Honda & Volkswagen said, “[NCI] showcases businesses that are succeeding in a challenging market and educate the community about the value of partnering with these businesses. They have great firstclass events that recognize the leaders in our community who are shaping our world. Bottom line – we love NCI and proudly support its events and members alike.”

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NCI is always welcoming new members. for more information, visit northstlouiscounty.com or call 314.895.NCI1 (6241).

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Preparing for Your Well-Woman Exam

by J. Lindsay Reed, MD, Ob/Gyn When going for your well-woman exam, it is important to identify any health concerns. If you are trying to lose weight, inform your healthcare provider of your weight loss goals. It is important to ask your physician about the components of your well-woman exam so you will know what to expect. The wellwoman exam is a great opportunity to discuss any plans you may have or anticipated changes in your healthcare.

If you are planning a pregnancy you should convey this information to your physician so that she can offer preconception counseling to optimize your health before you conceive Knowing your personal medical/ surgical history is vital to the wellwoman exam. Keep a written record of the dates of your prior surgeries or the reasons for your hospitalizations and bring this information to your doctor appointments. It is pertinent to bring a list of your medications to your wellwoman exam so that your physician can review the list, discuss side effects and monitor for drug interactions. Be prepared to answer detailed questions

about your family history. If necessary, interview family members prior to your appointment.

According to the American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), a pelvic exam should be performed beginning at age 21. In addition to the pelvic exam, a clinical breast exam (CBE) is often performed during the wellwoman exam, but the frequency of this component may be altered by age. The American Cancer Society, the National Comprehensive Cancer Network and ACOG continue to recommend CBE every 1-3 years for women aged 20-39.

ACOG recommends that women have a CBE and screening mammogram every year starting at age 40.

Please review current recommendations regarding pap tests. (Some physicians maintain that an annual test is recommended while others advise one less often.) Pap smear tests should begin at age 21 regardless of the woman’s sexual activity status. Women should have pap smears every 3 years from ages 21-29 if the results are negative.

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Women ages 30-65 should have two tests performed: a pap smear and a high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) test.

The combination is often referred to as “co-tesing.”

Women who have had a hysterectomy with removal of the cervix (also known as total hysterectomy) without a history of abnormal pap smears (CIN 2 or higher) no longer need pap smears.

Pap smears are not needed after age 65 if women have not had abnormal pap smears (CIN 2 or higher).

For more information, visit www. acog.org to learn more about well woman exams and www.cancer.org to search for information about cervical cancer prevention as well as breast cancer screening.

Dr. Reed is a member of SSM Medical Group Ob/Gyn – Serenity. Her primary office is located at 493 St. Francois in Florissant, MO 63031 and her secondary office is located in downtown St. Louis at 916 Olive Street. To make an appointment, please call 314.972.9888. OT

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Auction Warriors Resale opens in Florissant

Greater North County Chamber Welcomes 14 New Members

Michael

Martin,

owner

of

Auction

Warriors Resale, cuts the ribbon at the grand opening of his store at No. 2 Mullanphy Gardens Shopping Center in Florissant. On hand for the event

The Greater North County Chamber,

were Florissant Mayor Tom Schneider,

which serves the cities of Florissant,

Greater North County Chamber board

Hazelwood,

Ferguson,

Black

members, staff and ambassadors as well

Jack,

as family and friends.

Jennings, Bellefontaine Neighbors and Spanish Lake, and surrounding areas

Debbie Wright photo

of unincorporated St. Louis County,

Chamber Welcomes easyhome

recently welcomed 14 new members.

They are: Metro Apartments @ 70, Lackland Plaza Apartments, Glenfield Apartments, Fairway Management Inc., Charbonier Manor Apartments, Ashley Furniture,

Auction

Warriors

The Greater North County Chamber welcomes new member easyhome Lease to Own, 8033 W. Florissant in Jennings, with a ribbon cutting ceremony on November 30. Shown in photo holding

Resale,

membership plaque and cutting the

easyhome Lease to Own, Popportunities,

ribbon are owners Duane & Angela

FirstLight HomeCare, Starbucks Coffee,

Perkins. Joining in the festivities were

Hoods Discount Home Center, World Martial Arts Academy and Vintage Essentials Antique Shop.

members,

including

Ingram,

president

and

CEO

of easyhome Ltd; Steve Green, vice president

Franchising;

Ladd

Welch,

networking

opportunities at monthly membership

Jennings

Councilwoman

Yolanda

Austin; chamber staff and ambassadors; and family and employees.

luncheons, business after hours, and

Starbucks Joins Greater North County Chamber

leads groups, local representation to government, a listing in the chamber’s print directory, a listing on the chamber

The chamber welcomed newest member

website and referrals.

For

more

Greater Commerce,

information North call

Debbie Wright photo

director of Franchise Sales & Operations;

The chamber offers many benefits to its

David

Starbuck’s Coffee, 1261 Graham Road in

on

the

Chamber

of

Pictured, from left to right, are Max

visit

Behrens, store manager; Carolyn Marty,

314.831.3500

or

Florissant, with a plaque presentation.

chamber president; and Julie Berthold,

greaternorthcountychamber.com.

chamber board chairwoman.

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Greater North County Chamber Hosts 2012 Nite of Stars More than 200 guests enjoyed the

Management,

festivities at the Greater North County

member since 1996. He currently serves

and Zykan Family Partnership; Copper

Chamber of Commerce 2012 Nite of

as the board secretary and is involved

Sponsors: AT&T Communications, Inc.,

Stars on December 7 at the Paul Detrick

in

Click Heating & Cooling, Kwik Kopy

Atrium on the campus of Christian

organizations including the Florissant

Printing,

Hospital.

Rotary Club and Old Town Partners.

Community,

He will be honored at the chamber’s

School, and Valley Industries. Special

Annual Installation Dinner in April

Sponsors

2013.

Barczykowski), Lutheran Senior Services

The holiday gala included food, drinks, dancing and live and silent auctions.

Kent

Miller

Photography

snapped

numerous

has

been

civic

and

a

chamber

charitable

holiday photos of the guests and Big

The evening was a huge success, thanks

Papa G Entertainment provided the

in part to the more than 100 businesses,

music.

organizations

Mary Otto was the winner of the $2,500 cash

drawing.

Other

winners

were

Sydney Reddick, Dick Cerame, Dan Boyle, Monique Zykan and Grace Zykan.

During

the

event,

the

chamber

announced the selection of Howard Nimmons

as

its

2013

Business

Person

of

Outstanding the

Year.

individuals

that

at

Incarnate

St.

Catherine Trinity

included

Hidden

Word

Lake,

Academy

Retirement

Catholic Curves

High

(Bonnie

Nimmons

Wealth

Management, and White Auto Body.

A special thanks goes to the Nite of

donated items for the live and silent

Stars

auctions and to the 2012 Nite of Stars

Berthold with Berthold Carpet Cleaning,

sponsors.

Elaine Weaver with Emerson Family

Sponsors for the gala included Platinum Sponsor:

Christian

Hospital;

Gold

Sponsor: SSM DePaul Health Center; Silver Sponsors: Delmar Gardens North/ Garden Villas North, Handyman True Value Hardware, and US Bank; Bronze

Committee—Chairwoman

Julie

YMCA, Ricky Hopkins with A-List Realtors, Keetra Thompson with Life is a Party, Elizabeth Wade with Pulaski Bank, Colleen Simon with Crystal Creek Health & Rehabilitation Center, and Jon Vogt with Catering To You—for their hard work in creating a fun evening.

Debbie Wright photo

Nimmons, owner of Nimmons Wealth

and

Sponsors:

Eileen Dyall (far right), owner of Curves—Ferguson, and her family kick off the holiday season at the 2012 Nite of Stars.

Dick Cerame and Sydney Reddick both won $250 at the 2012 Nite of Stars.

Guests enjoy dancing to the music provided by chamber member Greg Horta of Big Papa G Entertainment.

Greater North County Chamber Accepting Scholarship Applications The Greater North County Chamber of

education expenses including college

County

Commerce is now accepting applications

or university tuition, room and board,

420 W. Washington in Florissant, MO

for the 2013 scholarship program. The

books, fees, or for expenses associated

63031. Mark the envelope, Attention:

Greater North County Chamber of

with a trade or technical school program.

Scholarship Fund. For more information,

Commerce Scholarship is intended to recognize graduating seniors who will seek a degree in a business-related field, who have shown a commitment to building a better community, and have demonstrated a record of community service in the area. Scholarships will be awarded to graduating seniors who reside in North St. Louis County and may be used for post-high school continuing

To apply, candidates must complete the application form, which includes

visit

Chamber

verify the student’s grade point average.

Application forms can be found at greaternorthcountychamber.com. applications

by

noon

on

February 15, 2013 to the Greater North

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Commerce

at

greaternorthcountychamber.com

or call 314.831.9682.

the signature of a school official to

Submit

of

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Calendar of Events JAN. 3

NWCC Networking Happy Hour, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday

JAN. 3

MHCC Breakfast Club Networking, 7:30 – 9 a.m., Electro Savings Credit Union

JAN. 8

NWCC Tuesday Morning Coffee & Networking, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Holiday Inn St. Louis Airport Hotel

JAN. 9

MHCC Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Spazio’s

JAN. 10 NWCC Networking Happy Hour , 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday JAN. 14 MHCC McDonald’s Ribbon Cutting, 10 a.m., 25 Westport Plaza JAN. 15 NWCC Lunch Networking, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Syberg’s Restaurant JAN. 17 MHCC Breakfast Club Networking, 7:30 – 9 a.m., Wingate by Wyndham JAN. 17 NWCC Networking Happy Hour, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday JAN. 22 NWCC Tuesday Morning Coffee & Networking, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Holiday Inn St. Louis Airport Hotel

JAN. 24 NWCC Networking Happy Hour, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday JAN. 31 NWCC Networking Happy Hour, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday FEB. 5

NWCC Lunch Networking, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Syberg’s Restaurant

FEB. 7

NWCC Networking Happy Hour, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday

FEB. 7 MHCC Breakfast Club Networking, 7:30 – 9 a.m., Electro Savings Credit Union FEB. 12 NWCC Tuesday Morning Coffee & Networking, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Holiday Inn St. Louis Airport Hotel

FEB. 13 MHCC Luncheon, 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m., Spazio’s FEB. 14 NWCC Networking Happy Hour, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday FEB. 19 NWCC Lunch Networking, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m., Syberg’s Restaurant FEB. 21 NWCC Networking Happy Hour, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday FEB. 21 MHCC Breakfast Club Networking, 7:30 – 9 a.m., Wingate by Wyndham FEB. 22 GNCC Last Friday Coffee, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Chamber Office, 420 W. Washington FEB. 26 NWCC Tuesday Morning Coffee & Networking, 7:30 - 8:30 a.m., Holiday Inn St. Louis Airport Hotel

FEB. 28 NWCC Networking Happy Hour, 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Rooks Gameday

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• Pelvic and obstetrical ultrasounds performed in our office by a certified ultrasound technician including 3D. • ISCD certified bone density testing and osteoporosis counseling.

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• Family planning including birth control pills, patches and ring, in-office procedures IUDs (Mirena and Paraguard), Implanon, outpatient procedure including tubal ligation.

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