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Greater North County Chamber of CommerceApril 2025www.gnccstl.com42 0 W. W as hi ng to n St . | Fl or is sa nt , MO | 3 14 .8 31 .3 50 0 Message

IN THIS ISSUEON THE COVERPage 1President's ReportPg. 4Chair's LetterPg. 5Pg. 6Pg. 7Pg. 8Pg. 10New MembersBillboard ProgramChamber HappeningsApril EventsMusic Trivia through the years! Leads Group InformationPg. 3RenewalsPg. 11April Women In NetworkingPg. 13-14Pg. 16-19April Membership LuncheonPg. 20Pg. 21Ambassadors InformationLuncheon SponsorsCommemorative T-ShirtPg. 152025 Events CalendarPg. 12Pg. 9April Off the ClockCommunity Service Drive56th Annual Golf TournamentPg. 22Pg. 232025 BOARD OF DIRECTORS WHITNEY BRASEL, ChairSSM Health DePaul Hospital St. Louis BRIAN DOUGLAS, Vice ChairState Farm, Matt Brown Agency JON VOGT, TreasurerCatering to You TOM FRIEDHOFF, SecretaryOld Town Donuts SCOTT PALERMO, Past ChairA Skeetz Production JAIME JENKINS, PresidentGreater North County Chamber MELISSA ADNEYOne Way Roofing LASHONDA SESSIONChristian Hospital MIKE MOEHLENKAMPGary’s Automotive Service STEFANIE MITCHELLStifel, Nicolaus & Company, Inc. DR. GREG CLARKNorth County Christian School BETH CLUBFortmanSpann Law Firm MICAH MAYFIELDDelmar Mortgage MORGAN TEAGUETeague & Associates FELICIA MILLERMiller Agency & Associates DR. MATT MCCLELLANHazelwood School DistrictDR. ELIZABETH GASSEL-PERKINSSt. Louis Community College-FLO Valley

Premier PartnerElite PartnersGold PartnersGreater North County Chamber PartnersThese businesses have made an additional investment in the GNC Chamber, and their significantfinancial support helps provide enhanced services to the local community. Emerald PartnersAmerican Family Insurance-Paul ManganelliCity of FlorissantHandyman True Value HardwareMinuteman PressSt. Louis Community College-Florissant ValleySam’s ClubValley Industries

President ReportJaime JenkinsJaimePage 3 Hello Chamber Family!April is bursting with opportunities—and after the whirlwind of excitement we had in March, I can't wait to see whatthis month has in store! From ribbon cuttings and navigating stormy weather to a fantastic Speed NetworkingLuncheon and witnessing our amazing North County community come together to support neighbors in need—March was certainly one for the books. But if you missed out, don’t worry—we’ve got plenty more fun andexcitement coming your way in April! “Off the Clock” Wednesday, April 10th | Catering to You | 5–7 PM Join us for an evening of casual networking, laughter, and great conversations with fellow Chamber members. Younever know what fun surprises we might have in store—or what you’ll discover about a fellow GNC Chambermember! April “Scholarship Awards” Membership Luncheon Tuesday, April 16th | Catering to You Banquet Center This is hands-down one of my favorite events of the year! We’ll be celebrating and recognizing incredible high schoolseniors from our service area with $1,000 scholarships for their Merit and Perseverance. PLUS – For the first time ever, we’ll witness one lucky student receive a full tuition scholarship to MissouriValley College! Don’t miss this heartfelt and inspiring event. 11th Annual “Jam Thru the Decades” Music Trivia – SOLD OUT! We are officially at capacity for this exciting night! But don’t worry—there are still ways to be part of the action:Sponsor the event – A few spots are still availableVolunteer – Join the fun and help out behind the scenesDonate a raffle basket – The basket that collects the most raffle tickets wins a FREE MONTH on our digitalbillboard! Call the Chamber office at 314-831-3500 to get involved. Annual Golf Tournament – Sign Up Now! Friday, June 6th | $125 per golfer Teams are filling fast, so don’t delay—secure your spot today! Not a golfer? You can still be part of the action as a “Fore My Business” Hole Sponsor for just $200.Snazzy full-color signage on your hole2 guests to help promote your business More sponsorship opportunities are available at www.gnccstl.comLet’s make April a month of smiles, stories, and strong connections. I can’t wait to see you at all of these excitingevents!There’s always a reason to smile—let’s find plenty this month.

Page 4Chair LetterWhitney BraselVice President of Operations, SSM Health DePaul HospitalDear Chamber Members,Spring is here — a season of growth, renewal, and as we recently witnessed, incredible generosity.Last month, our community was tested when damaging storms swept through North County. But true to our spirit, whatfollowed was not discouragement — it was action. On March 23, more than 60 volunteers came together in a powerful display ofunity for our North County Community Cleanup Drive, supporting neighbors impacted by the storms.This effort was a joint partnership between the Chamber, North County Inc. (NCI), and several local municipalities, and itbeautifully embodied what the Chamber is all about — bringing people together in service and solidarity.In addition to the cleanup effort, the Chamber and NCI also hosted a donation drive, collecting much-needed items for thoseimpacted — another incredible reflection of our community’s heart. And the impact didn’t go unnoticed: our collective effortswere featured multiple times in local news coverage, shining a light on the strength and compassion that defines North County.A heartfelt thank you to:• The VFW in Florissant for hosting and supporting us so generously• Catering To You and Old Town Florissant for providing lunch• Old Town Donuts for energizing our volunteers with breakfast• Helfer’s Bakery for the sweet cookie send-off• The many officials and leaders who rolled up their sleeves with us, including Mayor Tim Lowery, St. Louis Countycouncilwoman Shalonda Webb, Rebecca Zoll (NCI), and our very own Chamber President, Jaime Jenkins.Your partnership, presence, and passion made a lasting difference.This event was more than a cleanup — it was a statement. That North County comes together in times of need. That we take careof one another. And that this Chamber is not just a network — it’s a community rooted in purpose.As we look ahead, we hope you’ll join us for more opportunities to connect and celebrate:• Off the Clock – April 11• Scholarship Luncheon – April 17• Music Trivia Night – April 27 (SOLD OUT!)Together for a stronger North County,Whitney BraselChairwoman, Greater North County Chamber of Commerce

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Let's Welcome Our New members!Page 6SolutionsPro, LLC100 Rue Saint Francois St.Suite 214FLORISSANT, MO 63031(314) 222-0775ou have a vision for your company’s growth? Are you able to keep up with that vision? To stay competitive intoday’s fast-paced world, it’s crucial to plan for your future, to not only keep pace with – but to enhance – yourbusiness growth. Our payroll services include everything your business needs now and as you grow. We providecomprehensive, customized and personalized payroll services for each individual client. Our payroll service isdesigned to meet your specific needs.Sunrise Dispensary8411 N Lindbergh BlvdFlorissant, MO 63031(314) 353-9817With 5 dispensary locations in Missouri, simply put, we are about people. The people that visit our stores, the peoplewho are part of our company and the people in our communities.Our core values drive our teams to bring the best products at the right price backed with exceptional customer service.Our customers are a part of the Sunrise family and our teams treat them exactly that way.Dispensary staff is trained by a team of nurses specializing in medical cannabis to ensure we equip them with thehighest knowledge & continuing education in an ever-changing marketplace.Brightening the days of our customers, our employees, and our communities. Sunrise is dedicated to making the worlda better place, one person at a time.Nurses and Company Private Services1053 Cave Springs Road Ste 305St Peters, MO 63376(636) 336-3168At Nurses & Company, we understand how overwhelming the process of finding the right home care nurses foryour loved ones can be. One call to our friendly staff can help you understand and navigate the options available.Our advance care planning team is here to help, and we truly value the fact that we’ve served families in ourcommunities for decades.Call today for a free Independence at Home Consultation. Our team will walk you through exactly what it will taketo keep your Mom or Dad happy, healthy, and safe at home. This will help you decide how to take the right steps tokeep them home for as long as possible.

Let's Welcome Our New members!Page 63D Man Aerials1112 Teson RdHazelwood, MO 63042(314) 406-4949I have been doing Aerial Photography/Videography before drones were even a thing. I started with point and shootcameras mounted to a R/C helicopter. I've used a variety of equipment over the years. I currently use a DJI Air 3S anda DJI Mini 4 Pro for outdoor aerial photography/videography and a DJI Avata 2 for indoor fly-throughs.Penny Window9910 Halls Ferry Road,St. Louis, MO 63136(314) 867-4355Whether you need replacement windows, new doors, vinyl siding, or new gutters, our expert team is here to enhanceyour home’s exterior and boost curb appeal. We understand that your home is more than just a building—it reflectsyour values and lifestyle. We provide custom window and door solutions tailored to your needs. When you choosePenny Window, you choose a company with decades of experience, excellent craftsmanship, and a strongcommitment to customer satisfaction.Vermae Telehealth, LLC2176A N Waterford#1088Florissant, MO 63033(314) 639-9670Vermae Telehealth provides quality accessible healthcare services that embraces respect in a safe and all-inclusiveenvironment. To fulfill this mission, we are committed to listening to those we are privileged to serve, earn the trustand respect of patients, profession and community, exceed your expectations, and strive for continuousmprovement at all levels.

Many thanks for renewing in 2025! That's what we call a rock-star move!Member RenewalsPage 7ABIGAll Saints Apartments-Veronica PlaceAuto World Tire & AutoBen Weeks State FarmBoy Scouts of America- St. LouisCaring SolutionsCity Of Black JackCity of cool valleyDDI MediaDeer Valley home Health ServicesEdward Jones-Brendan ByersElevate St. LouisEstel Foods, IncFerguson & Katzman Photography, IncGMT Auto Sales, inc.Garden Villas NorthMann Meats Inc.Metro PawnMorgan Teague Real EstateParamount BankSeniors Helping SeniorsSt. Louis County Police Department (NorthCounty Precinct)The Excel Center Of FlorissantThe Florissant Valley Of Flowers FestivalTrends In TileVillage North Retirement Community

TuesdayApril 1st 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficeThursday April 3rd 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeTuesday April 8th 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficeTuesday April 8th 12pWomen In Networking LunchCatering To YouThursday April 10th 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeThursday April 10th 11apRibbon Cutting Autism & Behavioral SpectrumThursday April 10th 12pmLeads Group 2GNCC OfficeThursday April 10th 11apRibbon Cutting Community AmericaCredit Union 5pmThursday April 10th 5pOff The ClockCatering To YouApril 2025 CalendarTuesday April 15th 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficeWednesday April 16th 11aMembership LuncheonCatering to YouThursday April 17th 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeTuesday April 22nd 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficeThursday April 24th 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeThursdayApril 24th 11aRibbon Cutting Vermae TelehealthGNCC OfficeThursday April 24th 12pLeads Group 2GNCC OfficeTuesday April 29th 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficePlease joinus for someoftheseamazing events!!Page 8

Tuesday, April 8thNoonCatering to You BanquetCenter12775 New Halls Ferry Rd.Florissant (63033)GNCCSTL.comWomen InNetworking LunchPlease Register Online

Bring your business cards, enjoy someappetizers, drinks and greatconversations!Free for our GNC Members and Guests!

April Membership Luncheon Wednesday April 16th, 2025 from 11am-1pm Catering to You12775 New Halls Ferry Road, Florissant, MO 63033 2025 North County Scholarship PresentationsPresented by St. Louis Community College FLO Valley & YWCA Metro St. Louis Early Education Program FeaturingThe Oasis InstituteNon-Profit of the month

G O L FT O U R N A M E N T2 0 2 5PRESENTED BY:ONE WAY ROOFING SSM HEALTH DEPAUL HOSPITAL-ST. LOUIS5 6 T H A N N U A LJUNE 6TH2025REGISTER NOW$125 per golfer$500 Per TeamAll Golfers receive:*Lunch & Dinner*Beer, Soda, Water & Snacks*Entry to the Putting Contest*Games, Booze & More at every Hole!Florissant Golf Clubwww.gnccstl.com10 AM SHOTGUN START

2025 Sponsorship LevelsPresented by:VIP Business Package: $1,000*Valued at over $1400!!-Foursome-"Fore" My Business Hole Sponsor with a Cart-Two Guests to sit at a Hole to Promote your Business (includes lunch & dinner)-FULL YEAR of Advertising in the E-Action Newsletter: Full Page, Color Ad-Recognition in Program & Website-Recognition in Press Releases-Team Skins & MulligansValet & Golf Cart Sponsor: $600-Signage in each golf cart-"Fore" My Business Hole Sponsorship w/ a golf cart-2 Guests to sit at a Hole to Promote Your Business-Recognition in Program & WebsiteLunch & Dinner Sponsor: $400-Signage at the Tournament-Signage at the Lunch & Dinner Tables-Recognition in Program & WebsitePutting Contest Sponsor: $300-Signage ion Putting Green-Recognition in Program & Website-Recognition in Press ReleasesBeverage Cart Sponsor: $450-Signage on the Beverage Cart-Signage in the Clubhouse at the Bar-Recognition in Program & Website-Recognition in Press Releases"Fore" My Business Hole Sponsor: $200-Full Color Logo Signage on your Hole-2 Guests to Sit at the Hole & Promote Your Business-2 Lunches & Dinners -Recognition in Program & Website"Par" Hole Sponsor: $100-Full Color Logo Signage on a Hole-Recognition in Program*Register online for a Sponsorship, Email Jaime Jenkins at Jaime@gnccstl.com or call the GNC Office(314) 831-3500

Grab the spotlight as a 2025 Luncheon Sponsor!For just $200, you get 5 minutes to shine at thepodium to share what makes your businessspecial, and place your promotional materials ateach seat. Oh, and it comes with 2 lunches, ofcourse! But don’t wait—spaces are limited! Ready to take your spot? Click here to check out the Partnership Packages!Page 15

Page 16GNC Chamber HappeningsPrepare to be wowed by our latest and greatest accomplishments!We had the pleasure oftouring the AssistanceLeague’s headquartersand Fantastic Findsresale shop. TheAssistance League doesso much good inour community, wecan’t even begin to tellyou! Be on the lookoutfor a book drive,coming soon! Our March Women in Networking lunch atCatering To You was filled with self care tips fromDr. Robyn Steyer Lawrence of Get Well FamilyHealth and Chiropractic! Beth Club of TrueEstate Planning and FortmanSpann Law firm wasour big winner from our social media mysteryquestions and she won $100 in gift card prizes tosome yummy local businesses!

Page 17GNC Chamber HappeningsPrepare to be wowed by our latest and greatest accomplishments!A big welcome toSunrise Dispensary! Their GrandOpening celebrationwas this March Check them out at8411 N. Lindbergh inFlorissant!Lucky for us Johnny Londoff Chevrolet knows how tohost an Off the Clock! Kona Ice of University Citymade a surprise visit at March Off the Clock!

Page 18GNC Chamber HappeningsPrepare to be wowed by our latest and greatest accomplishments!Over 60 incrediblevolunteers cametogether to helpour neighborsclean up after thedevastatingtornado on 3/14.THANK YOU! Your generosityand heart made areal difference!

Page 19GNC Chamber HappeningsPrepare to be wowed by our latest and greatest accomplishments!Speed networking was a blast at our March Luncheonhosted by A Savvy Employment Solutions, at the fabulous HGEvents, featuring North County Incorporated, RegionalDevelopment Association as our nonprofit of the month!Green Haven Adult DayProgram!! Now open at 695 Graham Rd inFlorissant — and trust us, thefun is non-stop!Whether it’s crafts, games,music, or outings, Green Havenis the place to be for adultswho need a little extra careduring the day — all whilehaving a great time!

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Hey, you social butterfly! Do you love minglingwith new faces and expanding your network? Areyou passionate about helping others and eager tohelp our Chamber thrive? Well then, listen up! I'mon the hunt for some awesome folks to join ourteam of Ambassadors!Our Ambassadors are a talented bunch of businesswizards who lend a hand at Chamber events, guidenew members to all the Chamber's amazingopportunities, and introduce themselves to freshfaces. We're a lively and friendly group ofvolunteers who are always on the lookout for morelike-minded individuals to join our ranks!We meet twice a month on the 2nd & 4th Thursdaysfrom 11-12 noon at the Chamber office. Bring yourlunch along and come as a guest to see if we're yourkind of people.If you're keen to join our tribe, reach out to JaimeJenkins at the Chamber office and let's get thisparty started! We can't wait to learn more aboutyou and your biz!GNC AmbassadorsJoin the party as a GNC Chamber Ambassador! Become our welcome wagon for newmembers!Page 21

Leads Group UpdatesPeek at our Leads Groups! These tight-knit communities are theperfect spot to nurture business relationships and snag some sweetreferrals!Leads Group 1Thursdays at 7:30 am, GNC Chamber is where it's at!Leads Group 2Pop into the GNC Chamber Office every 2nd and 4th Thursday at noon!Leads Group 3We converse every Tuesday at 8:30 am at the GNC Chamber Office!Hold on to your hats, folks! The North County Chamber of Commerce just welcomed their newest leads group, Leads Group 3. This dynamicteam is packed with the best of the best, from in-home healthcare and insurance to real estate, mortgages, and financial services. They're allabout building lasting professional relationships that boost leads, business, and support.So, if you're on the lookout for a group of pros to join forces with, look no further! The Leads Group 3 crew meets every Tuesday at 8:30 amsharp at the GNCC officeReady to dive into a world of opportunity? Reach out to Paul Manganelli - American Family Insurance at 314-972-6000 or via email at:pmangane@amfam.com to join the fun!If you've swung by a GNCC luncheon, you've probably bumped into one of our friendlymembers. We're a crew of savvy business folk who put building relationships at theforefront of our "networking" strategy. Our top priority is to connect our clients, pals,and fam with the services they need, and our chamber and leads group relationships giveus the power to make it happen.At each meeting, we shine a spotlight on one of our members to give them extra time toshare their expertise and swap ideas with the group.Leads 2 gets together on the 2nd and 4th Thursday from Noon to 1pm at the Chamberoffice. Bring your lunch and join us for some quality networking.If you have any questions or want to check if your group is represented, give BrianDouglas a holler at (314)599-0377 or brian.douglas.j009@statefarm.com.Page 22Rise and shine, early birds! Every Thursday, Leads Group I gathers at the GreaterNorth County Chamber Office in Florissant from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. The networkingkicks off at 7:30 sharp, where members get to know each other over some coffee andbreakfast. At 7:45, the fun begins with an "inspirational moment," followed bymembers sharing updates on their business and exchanging leads.This fantastic group is looking for new members in HVAC, electric, plumbing, andbanking. If you're interested, come on down and join the meeting as a guest. To joinas a full member, your business must be a Greater North County Chamber memberand not compete with an existing member. It's the perfect opportunity to jump-startyour morning with other business owners while picking up game-changing strategiesfor your business. For more info, hit up Teri Reiter, secretary for the group, atteri@freedom-title.com or give Teri a call at (314) 495-9800.

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