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IN THIS ISSUEON THE COVERPage 1Valley of Flowers through the years! Pg. 4Chair's LetterPg. 7Pg. 8Pg. 10Pg. 6New MembersPg. 5 Billboard ProgramChamber HappeningsMay EventsLeads Group InformationPresident's ReportPg. 3RenewalsPg. 11May Women In NetworkingPg. 13Pg. 17May Membership LuncheonPg. 18-22Pg. 22Ambassadors InformationLuncheon SponsorsCommemorative T-ShirtPg. 14-152025 Events CalendarPg. 12Pg. 9May Off the ClockCommunity Service Drive56th Annual Golf TournamentPg. 23Pg. 242025 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 ValleyLegal SeminarPg. 25

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President ReportJaime JenkinsJaimePage 3If April showers bring May flowers—then it must be May, and what a beautiful month it's shaping up to be! April was a whirlwind ofexcitement here at the Greater North County Chamber. From ribbon cuttings and luncheons to packed networking events, we’rethrilled to welcome 8 new members, bringing us to a proud 454 strong!A huge shoutout to everyone who attended our SOLD OUT 11th Annual Music Trivia Night—it was an unforgettable evening! Wehad so much fun, we even ran over time (the best kind of problem to have).A special THANK YOU to Greg “Big Papa G” Horta for being our amazing emcee and keeping the crowd energized all night long!This event wouldn’t be possible without the incredible support of our sponsors: Our Presenting Sponsors: City of Florissant, One Way Roofing, Simmons Bank, and SSM Health DePaul Hospital-St. Louis; VIPParty Sponsors: Alliance Credit Union – Hazelwood Branch, Foundation Recovery Systems, and SteadyRain Inc.; Bar Sponsors:Family Home Furnishings and Feel State, and our VIP Food Sponsors: Morrison Travel & Cruise and Regions Bank! The stunningdécor was courtesy of our Balloon Sponsor, Bebe’s Balloon Biz. Thanks also to our Beverage Sponsors—ABIG Solutions, MillerAgency & Associates LLC, Grey Eagle Distributors, Heartland Coca-Cola, TEAM Food Pantry, and Valley Industries. Our LotteryTree & Raffle Sponsors were Guild Mortgage – Amanda Dempsey and Zips Car Wash.We also want to thank all of our Round Sponsors, including fantastic support from local businesses such as Catering to You EventVenue & Catering, Christian Hospital, Friends of Veterans Florissant, Freedom Title, Garden Plaza at Florissant, GoldkampHeating & Cooling, Old Town Donuts, One Way Roofing, Robinwood Automotive & Tire Service, Simmons Bank, SSM HealthDePaul Hospital-St. Louis, The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis, Xavian Roofing, and Zips Car Wash. Your partnership helps makethis event such a success year after year!Special thanks to our Board of Directors for donating the always-popular Wagon of Booze, to our volunteers who keep everythingrunning smoothly, and to our amazing Trivia Committee—Tom Friedhoff (Old Town Donuts), Melissa Adney (One Way Roofing),Scott Palermo (A Skeetz Production), Jon Vogt (Catering to You), and of course, the fabulous Laura Hermann!At our April Luncheon, we were honored to recognize our 2025 GNC Chamber Scholarship Recipients:Merit Recipients: Samantha Booth (Marquette Catholic High School), SnoRena Dethrow (University City High School), MasonGrove (Lutheran North High School), and Ludivine Renaud (STEAM Academy at McCluer South Berkeley)Perseverance Award: Makayla Smith (Hazelwood West High School) We are so proud of these students and excited for their future!Looking ahead—mark your calendars! May 8 – Off the Clock at American Family Insurance – Paul Manganelli’s Office May 21 – Membership Luncheon featuring Elliott Davis as our guest speaker June 6 – Annual Golf Tournament at Florissant Golf Club – Registration is now open! Don’t wait—we’re filling up fast!Sponsorships are available too! Community Corner Thank you to everyone who donated diapers for our 1st Quarter Drive—we collected over 6,000 diapers for Saint Louis CrisisNursery! For the 2nd Quarter, we’re collecting new or gently used books for kids (6th grade and under) benefiting the AssistanceLeague of St. Louis. Our goal is 1,000 books! Drop off at our office or host a drive—your business could win two months on ourdigital billboard! Keep an eye out for our Legal Seminar with Rick Dorsey later this month—valuable info you won’t want to miss.And as we dive into May, I leave you with this: Remember to smile... you never know whose day you might brighten!

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Page 4Chair LetterWhitney BraselVice President of Operations, SSM Health DePaul HospitalDear Chamber Members, As Chair of the Greater North County Chamber of Commerce, I am absolutely beaming with pride as I reflect on the energy, excellence, andunity that define our community. North County is not just a place—it’s a powerhouse of people, passion, and purpose. And this May, we’recelebrating all of that and more. Let’s start with a thunderous round of applause for our Music Trivia Night on April 26—it was the best one yet, and we have the numbers toprove it! Thanks to the extraordinary leadership of Felicia Miller, Tom Friedhoff, and Melissa Adney, and the behind-the-scenes brilliance ofJaime Jenkins and Laura Herman, we exceeded our fundraising goal and brought in a phenomenal $12,884. That’s not just a win—it’s astatement about what we can achieve when we come together. And let’s not forget the highlight of the night—Felicia Miller and Brandy Pendleton’s dance performance! Their moves lit up the room andreminded us all that business leaders can have serious rhythm. Thank you both for bringing the fun and showing us how to lead with joy! A heartfelt thank you to everyone who joined us for Off the Clock at Paul Manganelli’s American Family Insurance office on May 8. Theenergy, the connections, and the hospitality were absolutely top-notch. It was a fantastic evening of networking and community spirit—a truecelebration of what makes North County so special. Thank you, Paul, for hosting such a memorable event! This month, we’re thrilled to host a Legal Seminar with Rick Dorsey on Thursday, May 29 at 9:00 AM at the Chamber Office. Rick is acornerstone of legal wisdom in our region, and this seminar is a golden opportunity to learn from one of the best. Whether you're a smallbusiness owner or a nonprofit leader, this session will empower you with the tools to protect and grow your organization. Let’s pack the houseand show Rick the appreciation he deserves!✂ We’ve got a full calendar of events this month, and every one of them is a chance to connect, celebrate, and support our fellow members:May 14 at 12 PM – Ribbon Cutting at SSM Health Physical Therapy, Bridgeton May 15 at 11 AM – Ribbon Cutting at ServPro Team Chestnas, FentonMay 21 from 11 AM–1 PM – Membership Luncheon at The Atrium at Christian Hospital, featuring guest speaker Mr. Elliott DavisMay 27 at 10:30 AM – Ribbon Cutting at The St. Louis Hinder Club – US Handball Center, HazelwoodMay 30 at 12 PM – Ribbon Cutting at The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis, Florissant Get ready for one of our most beloved traditions—the Annual Golf Tournament at Florissant Golf Club on June 6! 10:00 AM Shotgun Star $125 per golfer | $500 per team Includes lunch, dinner, drinks, games, and more Only 13 team spots left—register now at gnccstl.com While we support our local businesses year-round, May is Small Business Month, and it’s time to go all in. Let’s shop local, dine local, andrefer local. Every dollar spent here stays here—fueling jobs, dreams, and the future of North County.To each of you: thank you for being the heartbeat of this Chamber. Your commitment, your energy, and your belief in our mission are whatmake North County not just a community—but a force. Together, for a stronger North County.Whitney BraselChair, Greater North County Chamber of Commerce

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Let's Welcome Our New members!Page 6First Bank1281 Graham RoadFlorissant, MO 63031(314) 837-8888Our 100-plus year history of independent family ownership allows us to relentlessly focus on our clients’ long-termgoals and objectives, as opposed to only focusing on our short-term gains. We commit to providing comprehensivesolutions, delivered by locally empowered colleagues who have a passion to exceed client expectations. The growthand prosperity of both our clients and of First Bank will translate directly to the quality of life within thecommunities we serve. Ultimately, our success is measured by building lifelong relationships, one client and onecommunity at a time!Associated Bank10044 W. Florissant Ave.Florissant, MO 63136(314) 558-7785Associated Bank is a leading Midwest banking franchise,* offering a full range of financial products and servicesfrom nearly 200 locations.We are proud to serve individuals, businesses, corporate and commercial clients throughout Wisconsin, Illinois andMinnesota. Headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, the company also operates loan production offices in Indiana,Michigan, Missouri, New York, Ohio and Texas.EMC Pharma, LLC11551 Adie RdMaryland Heights, MO 63043(314) 739-6815EMC Pharma, LLC. is a pharmaceutical manufacturing and distribution company focused on sales, marketing, anddistribution of pharmaceuticals within a full spectrum of therapeutic areas and dosage forms.We leverage our global network of developers and manufacturing partners to create an expanding portfolio ofpharmaceutical products commercialized for the US market.B. E. Scaife Plumbing Company Inc.9453 Lackland RoadSt Louis, MO 63114(314) 429-5200We are committed to providing our customers with well-trained, experienced staff capable of performing the mostcomplicated projects under tight time constraints with little to no interruption to your home or business. We feel ourwork is above the industry standard and our 100 percent customer satisfaction rating is due solely to our friendly,reliable and extremely professional staff. City of Pasadena Hills3915 Roland BlvdPasadena Hills, MO 63121(314) 382-4453Pasadena Hills is one of few municipalities in the St. Louis region where diversity and inclusion are a reality of dailylife. Our residents live and play together, our kids grow up together, we consider ourselves part of the fabric of thiscommunity.

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Let's Welcome Our New members!Page 7Robbs Painting & DrywallFlorissant , MO 63033(314) 309-9941We specialize in drywall hanging/finishing and painting. We’re a residential/commercial contractor.My Life In A Bag Foundation320 Brookes Dr. Ste. 105STE. 105Hazelwood, MO 63042(833) 909-2020My Life in a Bag Foundation empowers youth residing in foster care and residential group homes by providingluggage and essentials, pooled from community resources, to enhance self-worth and resilience for a dignifiedfuture. My Life in a Bag Foundation is dedicated to empowering youth through mentorship and leadershipdevelopment to instill confidence and foster personal growth, guiding them toward becoming responsible andmature young adults. Our vision encompasses nurturing a new era marked by faith, hope, and resilience,emphasizing the importance of collaboration with families and communities.Premier Institute of Oral & Facial Surgery2855 N Hwy 67Florissant, MO 63033(314) 627-1953The surgical staff at Premier Institute Of Oral And Facial Surgery are experienced, certified oral and maxillofacialsurgical assistants, who assist in the administration of IV sedation and surgery. We also have a trained registered nurse(RN) to assist in surgery. All staff are informed administrative personnel, well versed in health and insurance policies,and are CPR certified.The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis203 Dunn RoadFlorissant, MO 63031(314) 336-2555The Orthopedic Center of St. Louis is a team of highly accredited physicians dedicated to the comprehensivemanagement of injuries and illnesses. Our physicians specialize in addressing a broad spectrum of conditionsincluding sprains, strains, fractures, hyperextensions, tendonitis, bursitis, and arthritis. We are committed to deliveringexpert care across the domains of bones, joints, ligaments, tendons, muscles, and nerves; ensuring and prioritizingoptimal outcomes for our patients.Girls Of All Trades929 N Spring Ste V112St. Louis, MO 63108(314) 827-8539At Girls of All Trades, our team of experienced professionals has over 15 years of experience in the constructionindustry. We are dedicated to providing high-quality services and ensuring customer satisfaction. We offer a range ofservices to our clients, including roofing, carpentry, siding, painting, house cleaning, and junk removal. Our team ofskilled tradesmen has the expertise to handle any maintenance or repair job. We offer flexible scheduling and prioritizecustomer satisfaction. Our pricing is competitive and fair. We provide quality workmanship until you are satisfied.

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ThursdayMay 1st 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeFriday May 2nd 3pRibbon Cutting The Creative Spot ByA Red CircleTuesday May 6th 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficeThursday May 8th 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeThursday May 8th 12pLeads Group 2GNCC OfficeThursday May 8th 5pOff the Clock American Family Insurance-Paul Manganelli OfficeTuesday May 13th 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficeTuesday May 13th 12pWomen In NetworkingCatering To YouThursday May 15th 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeMay 2025 CalendarThursday May 15th 11aRibbon Cutting ServProTuesday May 20th 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficeWednesday May 21st 11aMembership LuncheonThe Atrium Paul F. Detrick Building Thursday May 22nd 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeTuesday May 27nd 8:30aLeads Group 3GNCC OfficeTuesday May 27nd 10:30aRibbon Cutting The US NationalHandball CenterThursday May 29th 7:30aLeads Group 1GNCC OfficeThursday May 29th 9aLegal SeminarGNCC OfficeFriday May 30th 12pRibbon Cutting The OrthopedicCenter of St. LouisPlease joinus for someoftheseamazing events!!Page 10

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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

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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 24

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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 25Rise 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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2 0 2 5E 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 R1/14-Women In NetworkingCatering to You Noon1/15 - January LuncheonCatering to You 11-1pm 1/09 - Off the Clock 1212 EventSpace 5-7pm2/13 - Off the Clock So Deity Diner 5-7pm2/11-Women In Networking Cateringto You Noon2/19- February Luncheon Orlando’sBanquet & Conference Center 11-1pm3/11-Women In NetworkingCatering to You Noon3/13 - Off the Clock JohnnyLondoff Chevrolet 5 -7pm3/19 - March Luncheon HGEvents 11-1pm 4/08-Women In NetworkingCatering to You Noon4/10 - Off the Clock Catering to You 5-7pm4/16- April Luncheon Catering toYou 11-1pm 4/26 - 11th Annual Music Trivia 6pm 5/8 -Off the Clock American FamilyInsurance Paul Manganelli 5-7pm5/13-Women In Networking Catering toYou 12pm5/21- May Luncheon The Atrium 11-1pm6/06- 56th Annual GNC GolfTournament6/10-Women In NetworkingCatering to You Noon6/18- June Luncheon Glen EchoCountry Club 11-1pm7/08-Women In NetworkingCatering to You Noon7/10 - Off the Clock GardenPlaza 5-7pm7/16- July Luncheon Orlando’sBanquet & Conference Center11-1pm7/31-Annual GNC ScholarshipBowling Tournament8/14 - Off the ClockFortmanSpann 5-7pm8/20 - August LuncheonCatering to You 11-1pm8/12-Women In NetworkingCatering to You Noon9/09-Women In Networking @Catering to You Noon9/11 - Off the Clock DelmarGardens 5-7pm9/17- September LuncheonOrlando’s Banquet & ConferenceCenter 11-1pm (NoCo Treasures)9/26-Annual GNC Women’sEmpowerment Seminar10/07-Women In NetworkingCatering to You Noon10/09 - Off the Clock Helfer’sPastries 5-7pm10/15 - October LuncheonFerguson Brewing Co. 11-1 pm11/11-Women In Networking @Catering to You Noon11/13 - Off the Clock GNCChamber 5-7pm11/19- November Luncheon Orlando’sBanquet & Conference Center 11-1pm 12/05- Nite of Stars Gala12/09-Women In NetworkingCatering to You Noon12/17 - December LuncheonCatering to You 11-1pm6/12-Off the Clock XavianRoofing 5-7pm GNCC Office1/23 - Ribbon Cutting CaringTransitions GNCC Office 11am4/10 - Ribbon Cutting AB Spectrum11am2/07-JWI Partners Lunch & Learn 11am2/10-Ribbon Cutting CelebrationCommerce Bank 11am2/11-Ribbon Cutting CelebrationCatering to You Old Town 11am3/28 - Ribbon Cutting GreenHaven Adult Day Program 11am4/10 - Ribbon Cutting CommunityAmerica Credit Union 5pm5/2 - Ribbon Cutting The Creative Spot ARed Circle 3pm5/15 - Ribbon Cutting ServPro 11am6/3-Ribbon Cutting Premier Institute ofOral & Facial Surgery5/30 - Ribbon Cutting The OrthopedicCenter of St. Louis 12pm8/7 - 2025 Bowling For ScholarsTournament Crest Bowl 6pm5/29 -Free Legal Seminar GNCC Office 9am

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