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BOARD OF DIRECTORSKITTY HARRISON, Past ChairJohnny Londoff ChevroletKERI MEYER, TreasurerVantage Credit UnionDR. ROBYN LAWRENCE, SecretaryGet Well Family ChiropracticJAIME JENKINS, PresidentGreater North County ChamberBRET BERIGANChristian HospitalANDRE BROOKSParamount BankSCOTT PALERMO, ChairmanA Skeetz ProductionBRIAN DOUGLASState Farm, Matt Brown AgencyDR. ELIZABETH PERKINSSt. Louis Community College-Florissant ValleyIN THIS ISSUEON THE COVERPage 1President's ReportPg. 4Chair's LetterPg. 5Pg. 6Pg. 7Pg. 8Pg. 9Fun in the Sun Scavenger HuntPg. 10MELISSA ADNEYOne Way RoofingLORENZO BOYDStifel, Nicolaus & Company Inc.MORGAN TEAGUETeague & AssociatesDR. GREG CLARKNorth County Christian SchoolBillboard ProgramAJ OVERKAMPServPro of Overalnd/Cool ValleyNew MembersPg. 12Chamber HappeningsQuarter RunWhat a great day for the Annual GNC Chamber Golf Tournament!WHITNEY BRASEL, Vice ChairSSM Health DePaul Hospital- St. LouisTOM FRIEDHOFFOld Town DonutsJON VOGTCatering to You Banquet CenterLeads Group InformationPg. 3School Supply DrivePg. 11RenewalsPg. 13July Women In NetworkingBowling for ScholarsPg. 16-1711th Annual Women’sEmpowerment SeminarPg. 18-19July EventsPg. 14Pg. 15July Off the ClockJuly Membership LuncheonPg. 20Save the Date-Nite of StarsPg. 21Ambassadors InformationPg. 22

Premier PartnerElite PartnerGold PartnerGreater 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 HardwareParamount BankSt. Louis Community College-Florissant ValleySERVPRO of Overland/Cool ValleyValley Industries

FUN IN THE SUN SCAVENGER HUNT!BE A PART OF OURBE A PART OF OURBe a destination for our Scavenger hunt! All you need to do is:*Provide an item or gift certificate from your business oranother local noco business with at least a $50 value and youare in! We will provide you with a “Flip Flop” with a qr code on itthat you can display in a window! YOu can place it in a windowso people can still scan the code after business hours!This kicks off the first week in June so call the GNC Chamberto become a destination!!*This is a great opportunity to offer a promotion & or discountto invite guests back to your place of business!

Summer Fun in St. Louis: Let's Make the Most of It!Summertime in St. Louis has arrived, and I couldn't be happier! Sunshine, warmth, and even thehumidity—bring it on! The sunshine makes my heart soar, and summer is the perfect time to letloose, relax, and recharge. Make sure to take some time off, unwind, and give your mind the vacationit deserves!"Fun in the Sun" Scavenger HuntGet ready for some excitement with the Greater North County Chamber's "Fun in the Sun"Scavenger Hunt! Running through August 1st, this adventure takes you to different businessesaround North County. Look for the giant Flip Flop in the windows, scan the QR code, and enter yourdetails along with the business name. Voilà, you're in the running to win a fantastic prize packageworth $1,000, full of gift cards and goodies! Don't just stop at one—visit all 20 participatingbusinesses for more chances to win. Plus, you can earn bonus entries by making a purchase andsending in your receipt! Keep an eye on our weekly video for clues on where to go next."Bowling for Scholars" TournamentReady to roll? Our Annual "Bowling for Scholars" Bowling Tournament is on the way! Join us onThursday, August 1st at Crest Bowl at 6 pm. Gather a team of 5 friends or family members, and forjust $200, you’ll get to enjoy three games of bowling, shoe rentals, a pizza, soft drinks, and a healthydose of friendly competition. This event sells out fast, so don't wait—register your team today!Women’s Empowerment SeminarEmpower yourself at the 11th Annual Women’s Empowerment Seminar on Friday, September 27th atThe May Center, SSM DePaul Hospital-St. Louis. Snag your "Early Bird" tickets now to save somecash! This transformative experience features keynote speaker St. Louis County CouncilwomanShalonda Webb, along with Kelly Spann from FortmanSpann Law and Jennifer Williams from JWIPartners Group. Plus, enjoy a panel of health professionals offering invaluable insights and practicaladvice to enhance your well-being. If you have a business, consider becoming a vendor to showcaseyour services.July Membership LuncheonDon't miss our July Membership Luncheon on Wednesday, July 17th at Ferguson Brewing Co. Ourguest speaker from the Bellefontaine Cemetery and Arboretum will share fascinating stories beyondthe realm of funerals—there's so much history to explore!Happy 4th of July!Celebrate Independence Day with your family and friends! Remember the significance of this dayand the freedoms we enjoy in this great nation. Enjoy the festivities, fireworks, and fun!Get ready for an unforgettable summer filled with sun, fun, and fantastic events in St. Louis!president reportJaime JenkinsPage 4Jaime

Chair LetterScott PalermoA Skeetz ProductionPage 5ScottHello Again,I was under the gun with this newsletter entry because Jaime is going on a well-deserved vacation and wants to get itassembled before she leaves. I was unsure of what to write about but, since we are going into July, I thought I would do amid-year review of sorts…I am so very pleased with the direction the chamber is headed! The staff has done a great job with Jaime settling in her newrole as President and Laura coming on to assist with marketing and development. We have been bringing in a good deal ofnew members. Over 40 business have joined our ranks in the first half of the year!Micah Mayfield and our Ambassador Team have really engaged these new members and the membership as a whole to becertain everyone is involved and getting all exposure that they can get from participation in events. I am sure that they aregoing to exceed their goal of 100 guests at a monthly luncheon before the end of the year!All of our networking groups are going strong. The smaller groups make it easier to connect and form stronger relationshipsthan in the larger luncheon and organization-wide events. If you are interested in checking out a Leads Team or (ladies) theWomen In Networking Group, please reach out to the staff, a board member or ambassador!Our Billboard program has been a huge hit and we have gotten many reports of how happy our members are to see theirnames in lights! The board schedule is close to full all the time but if you are interested in advertising to North Countytravelers, please contact us and we will do what we can to make that happen for you.Keep an eye out for our chamber flip-flops in our member businesses! Scan the QR and be entered to win the grand prizepackage worth over $1000! The contest runs through mid-August so if you want to be a Fun In the Sun destination, pleasecontact Jaime or Laura.We have hosted two great events with the Annual Music Trivia Night and Golf Tournaments. I attended both and thoughtthey were some of the bests we have had. I hope that everyone else in attendance had as good of a time as I did!If you want to have some real fun, you don’t want to miss our Annual Bowling for Scholars event on Thursday, August 1 at6:00PM. The event is held at Crest Bowl and it is our fundraiser for the scholarships that we award to North County areaHigh School Seniors in the Spring. Sign up now with your six-member team or contact the office if you would like toparticipate as a sponsor or volunteer for the evening. At this year’s event, you will have the opportunity to purchase a chance to Bowl for Dollars just like on the TV show of the60s and 70s. (You may need to look it up on YouTube.) With that in mind, if anyone know of where I can get a plaid suit jacket—obnoxiously colored the better—please let me know!We are looking forward to a great second half of 2024. Besides the upcoming Women’s Empowerment Seminar and ourAnnual Gala, we have a lot of other awesome things planned. We would love to have more members—so please tell othersabout us. And we would love to see more of our members at luncheons, groups and events—so please let me, a member of theboard, an ambassador or staff know if you are interested in getting involved and sharing in the success of the GNCC!Cheers to a fantastic and successful—rest of 2024!Keep it REAL,

Let's Welcome Our New members!Maryland Heights Fire Protection DistrictChief Steve Olshwanger2600 Schuetz 63043(314) 298-4400Our Mission: The Maryland Heights Fire Protection District protects life and property withthe highest level of prevention, preparedness and response to those in need.Our Vision: Our Vision of Excellence is achieved through continued dedication tocommunity service, professionalism, and devotion to duty. Through our highly motivatedteam of innovative members, we are committed to providing the highest quality ofemergency services.Our Values: Honor, Dedication Service, Respect.Visit MHFPD here!Page 7Banacom Instant SignsKevin Adney4061 N. St. Peters Parkway 63304(636) 928-8889Family owned and operated since 1986Signs, banners, vehicle lettering, magnets, business cards, engravingLearn more here!Designing Women StudiosKatrina JonesFerguson 63135(314) 303-6897Epic ImpressionsKim PowellSt. Louis 63136(314) 915-4453Advantage Travel Consultants LLCDonna Beck(636) 448-3288

Purchase your tickets for our quarterly 50/50 Raffle!Tickets are $25 each tickets will be sold thru march 20th Winner will be drawn at the August Membership luncheon*A portion of the Chamber’s proceeds will benefit a Non-Profit that the winner may choose! it’s back!GNC ChamberQuarterly 50/50tickets may be purchased online at:www.gnccstl.com in person at eventsor over the phone!

GNC Member RenewalsPage 8Many thanks for renewing in 2024! That's what we call a rock-star move!Archwell HealthBK Podiatry Centers, LLCDr. Wash WizardEVS NotaryFeel StateGSSTL CenterGuy McLesky Agency LLCKaren Mckay DBA Hair BendersMarygroveMers MO Goodwill IndustriesRight Handyman ServicesSpanish Lake Body Shop

Tuesday, July 2ndLeads Group 39:00 amSo Deity DinerWednesday, July 3rdBoard of Directors Meeting11:30 amGNC Chamber OfficeThursday, July 4thGNC Chamber Office ClosedTuesday, July 9thLeads Group 39:00 amSo Deity DinerTuesday, July 9thWomen In Networking LunchNoonCatering to You Banquet CenterThursday, July 11thLeads Group 17:30 amHelfer’s Pastries Thursday, July 11thAmbassador Meeting11 amGNC Chamber OfficeThursday, July 11thLeads Group 2NoonGNC Chamber OfficeThursday, July 11thJuly Off the Clock5 pm to 7 pmGNC Chamber Officce*Hosted by: Halina Conti, Ameriprise FinancialServices LLCFriday, July 12thLuncheon Registration DeadlineNoonJuly 2024 CalendarTuesday, July 16thLeads Group 39:00 amSo Deity DinerWednesday, July 17thJuly Membership Luncheon11 am to 1 pmFerguson Brewing CompanyThursday, July 18thLeads Group 17:30 amHelfer’s Pastries Tuesday, July 23rdLeads Group 39:00 amSo Deity DinerThursday, July 25thLeads Group 17:30 amHelfer’s Pastries Thursday July 25th Ambassador Meeting11 amGNC Chamber OfficeThursday, July 25thLeads Group 2NoonGNC Chamber OfficeThursday, July 25thMarketing Meeting1:15 pmGNC Chamber Office Tuesday, July 30thLeads Group 39:00 amSo Deity DinerJoin us this monthfor one ofthese events!!Page 9

GNC Chamber HappeningsPrepare to be wowed by our latest and greatest accomplishments!Page 10A massive congratulations to Alltru Credit Union on thegroundbreaking of their brand-new location in Florissant! Get ready to experience financial services like never before at3240 N. Hwy 67.Stay tuned for more updates and join us in celebrating thisfantastic milestone! #AlltruCreditUnion #NewBeginnings#FlorissantExpansionA Hole-in-One Day at the GNC Chamber GolfTournament! Thank you to everyone who joined us for anunforgettable day on the greens! From amazingswings to unforgettable moments, it was a blastfrom start to finish! Can't wait to see you all again next year for morefun and fantastic golf memories! #GNCTournament #GolfFun #UnforgettableDay A Huge Thank You to Sabarras George! We're over the moon with gratitude to Sabarras George, the Saint Louis Zoo WildCare Park Director, for being our stellar guest speakerat the June Luncheon! Sabarras had us all buzzing with excitement for 2027, when the new WildCare Park opens its gates! This isgoing to be a game-changer for North St. Louis County! Big shoutout to our fabulous Luncheon Sponsor, Garden Plaza at Florissant, and a massive thank you to Orlando's Event & ConferenceCenter for the scrumptious lunch! Not only did we get a sneak peek into the incredible future of the WildCare Park, but we also had the pleasure of welcoming someawesome new members to our community: Banacom Instant Signs and the North County Police Business Association! Here's to many more exciting events and a bright future ahead!

Tuesday, July 9thNoonCatering to You BanquetCenter12775 New Halls Ferry Rd.Florissant (63033)GNCCSTL.comWomen InNetworking LunchPlease Register Online

JULYOFF THECLOCKThursday, July 11th, 20245 pm to 7 pmGNC Chamber Office420 W. Washington St. 63031Hosted by:Halina Conti, CRPC, MBA Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC"Off the Clock Extravaganza: Where Networking Meets Fun! Grabyour business cards and get ready for a night of delicious drinks,mouthwatering food, and fantastic connections. Whether you stay for two minutes or two hours, you're guaranteedto leave with a smile on your face and a pocketful of new contacts. Join us and let's make some magic happen!"

NON-PROFIT OF THE MONTH: AVENUES COUNSELING‘Digging a Little Deeper JULY MEMBERSHIP LUNCHEONWEDNESDAY, JULY 17TH, 202411 AM TO 1 PMFERGUSON BREWING COMPANYSpecial guest speaker:Dan Fuller-Cemetery ChroniclerBellefontaine Cemetery &ArboretumRegister online at www.gnccstl.com or bycalling the office at (314) 831-3500

BOWLINGfor Scholars!THURSDAY*3 GAMES*SHOE RENTAL*PIZZA & SODA*ATTENDANCEPRIZESTEAMOF SIXENTRYAUG 1ST06:00 PMINCLUDES:$200Register online at: www.gnccstl.comor by calling the office (314) 831-3500CRESTBOWL2024

Sponsorshipsjoin us forour 2024 annual bowling for scholars!STRIKE SPONSOR: $375*TEAM OF SIX BOWLERS*SIGNAGE*PROMO ITEMS IN GOODIE BAGS*PIZZA & DRINK SPONSORSHIP*LANE SPONSORSHIP*LISTING IN PROGRAM*LISTED ON GNC CHAMBER WEBSITEPIZZA & DRINK SPONSOR $150*SIGNAGE AT THE BAR/CONCESSIONS*LISTING IN PROGRAM*LISTED ON GNC CHAMBER WEBSITELANE SPONSOR: $125*SIGNAGE*LISTING IN PROGRAM

MORE INFORMATIONShalonda WebbSt, Louis CountyCouncilwoman Keynote SpeakerKelly SpannFortmanSpann LawEstate PlanningJennifer WilliamsJWI PartnersKnowing Who You AreGuest SpeakersWWW.GNCCSTL.COMJoin us for a transformative experience where you'll gain invaluable insights and practicaladvice to enhance your well-being and empower your life!Health Panel: Focus on Mental Health, Heart Health, & Breast Health

REGISTER ONLINEWWW.GNCCSTL.COMS E P T E M B E R 2 7 , 2 0 2 4Early Bird Seminar Tickets thru Aug. 31st, 2024:GNC Chamber Members: $40Non-Members: $50Event Sponsor: $1, 000Includes:Vendor TableFour TicketsPromo Materials in Guest GoodieBagsDigital Billboard Event Signage Signage at the EventInclusion in the ProgramFlower Bar Sponsor: $500Includes:Two Tickets to the SeminarVendor TableSignage at the Flower BarPromo Materials in Guest GoodieBagsInclusion in the ProgramLunch Sponsor: $300Includes:One Ticket to the SeminarSignage at the Lunch TablePromo Materials in Guest Goodie BagsInclusion in the ProgramDessert Sponsor: $150Includes:Signage at the Dessert TableInclusion in the ProgramTicket Pricing Includes Lunch & Dessert!GNC Chamber Members: $125Non-Members: $300Includes:One Table to market your businessOne TicketListed on the Vendor Card & inside programVendor Tables available!Sponsorships available:

2024Nite of Stars GalaFriday, December 6thOrlando’s Event & Conference Center

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'm on the hunt for some awesome folks to joinour team of Ambassadors!Our Ambassadors are a talented bunch ofbusiness wizards who lend a hand at Chamberevents, guide new members to all the Chamber'samazing opportunities, and introducethemselves to fresh faces. We're a lively andfriendly group of volunteers who are always onthe lookout for more like-minded individuals tojoin our ranks!We meet twice a month on the 2nd & 4thThursdays from 11-12 noon at the Chamber office.Bring your lunch along and come as a guest tosee if we're your kind 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 20

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, Helfer's Pastries & Deli is where it's at!Leads Group 2Pop into the GNC Chamber Office every 2nd and 4th Thursday at noon!Leads Group 3We savor sugary delights while we gather every Tuesday at 9 am for a powwow at So DeityDinerHold on to your hats, folks! The North County Chamber of Commerce just welcomed their newest leads group, Leads Group 3.This dynamic team is packed with the best of the best, from in-home healthcare and insurance to real estate, mortgages, andfinancial services. They're all about 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 everyTuesday at 9:00 am sharp at So Deity DinerReady to dive into a world of opportunity? Reach out to Paul Manganelli - American Family Insurance at 314-972-6000 or viaemail at: pmangane@amfam.com to join the fun!If you've swung by a GNCC luncheon, you've probably bumped into one of our friendly members. We're a crew of savvybusiness folk who put building relationships at the forefront of our "networking" strategy. Our top priority is to connect ourclients, pals, and fam with the services they need, and our chamber and leads group relationships give us the power to makeit happen.At each meeting, we shine a spotlight on one of our members to give them extra time to share their expertise and swap ideaswith the group.Leads 2 gets together on the 2nd and 4th Thursday from Noon to 1pm at the Chamber office. Bring your lunch and join us forsome quality networking.If you have any questions or want to check if your group is represented, give Brian Douglas a holler at (314)599-0377 orbrian.douglas.j009@statefarm.com.Page 21Rise and shine, early birds! Every Thursday, Leads Group I gathers at Helfer'sPastries and Deli, 380 St. Ferdinand in Florissant from 7:30 - 8:30 a.m. Thenetworking kicks off at 7:30 sharp, where members get to know each otherover some coffee and breakfast. At 7:45, the fun begins with an "inspirationalmoment," followed by members sharing updates on their business andexchanging leads.This fantastic group is looking for new members in HVAC, electric, plumbing,and banking. If you're interested, come on down and join the meeting as aguest. To join as a full member, your business must be a Greater NorthCounty Chamber member and not compete with an existing member. It's theperfect opportunity to jump-start your morning with a super breakfast fromHelfer's while picking up game-changing strategies for your business. Formore info, hit up Teri Reiter, secretary for the group, at teri@freedom-title.com or give Teri a call at (314) 495-9800.

Welcome to the GNC Chamber!

Thank you for renewing!

2 0 2 4E V E N T SJ A N U A R YA P R I LJ U L YO C T O B E RF E B R U A R YM A YA U G U S TN O V E M B E RM A R C HJ U N ES E P T E M B E RD E C E M B E R1/9-Women In Networking @Ferguson Brewing Co. Noon1/17 - January Luncheon @Orlando’s Event & ConferenceCenter 11 am to 1 pm 1/25 - New Member Meet & Greet@ GNC Chamber Office 9 am1/11 - Off the Clock @MissouriBetter Living Services 5 pm to 7 pm2/8 - Off the Clock @ TBD2/13-Women In Networking @Ferguson Brewing Co. Noon2/21- February Luncheon@Ferguson Brewing Co. 11 am to1 pm3/12-Women In Networking @Ferguson Brewing Co. Noon3/14 - Off the Clock @ JohnnyLondoff Chevrolet 5 pm to 7 pm3/20 - March Luncheon @Orlando’s Event & ConferenceCenter 11 am to 1 pm 4/9-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon4/11 - Off the Clock @ Get WellFamily Chiropractic 5 pm to 7 pm4/17- April Luncheon @ Cateringto You 11 am to 1 pm 4/27 - Annual Music Trivia 5/9 -Off the Clock @AmericanFamily Insurance Paul Manganelli5 pm to 7 pm5/14-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon5/15- May Luncheon @ Glen EchoCountry Club 11 am to 1 pm6/7- Annual GNC Golf Tournament6/11-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon6/19- June Luncheon @ Orlando’sEvent & Conference Center 11 amto 1 pm7/9-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon7/11 - Off the Clock @ GNCChamber 5 pm to 7 pm7/17- July Luncheon @FergusonBrewing Co. 11 am to 1 pm8/1-Annual GNC ScholarshipBowling Tournament8/8 - Off the Clock @ JACCK Studio5 pm to 7 pm8/21 - August Luncheon @Catering to You 11 am to 1 pm8/13-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon9/10-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon9/12 - Off the Clock @Dooley’sFlorist & Gifts 5 pm to 7 pm9/18- September Luncheon @Orlando’s Event & Conference Ctr.11 am to 1 pm (NoCo Treasures)9/27-Annual GNC Women’sEmpowerment Seminar10/8-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon10/10 - Off the Clock @ Helfer’sPastries 5 pm to 7 pm10/16 - October Luncheon @Catering to You 11 am to 1 pm11/12-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon11/14 - Off the Clock @ GNCChamber 5 pm to 7 pm11/20- November Luncheon @Orlando’s Event & Conference Ctr.11 am to 1 pm 12/6- Nite of Stars Gala12/10-Women In Networking @Catering to You @ Noon12/18 - December Luncheon @Catering to You 11 am to 1 pm4/18- Estate Planning Seminar@GNC Chamber - Noon5/23- Legal Seminar @ GNCChamber - 9 am