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March 4, 2022~ Chamber, Local & Regional Business News

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You're invited to promote your business through the Local St. Charles podcast. Done in conjunction with Ken Tucker and ChangeScape web, members of the Greater Saint Charles County Chamber of Commerce have the opportunity to share their successes, their stories, and their challenges. Podcasts are published on Apple, Spotify, through the Chamber's facebook page, in this very e-newsletter and through the Local St. Charles (news section) on the Chamber's website. The format is a video Livestream through StreamYard and then turned into a podcast. You'll need to submit interview questions, a bio sheet and headshot to complete the booking process. Click here to start the process and submit your name for a guest appearance.

News You May Have Missed

Cave Springs Toastmasters is Having an OPEN HOUSE ST. PETERS, Mo., Mar 1, 2022-The Cave Springs Toastmasters Club, invites residents and businesses to its open house to meet members and watch speakers give short 5-7-minute speeches. "Cave Springs Toastmasters provides a supportive and positive... Read more www.gstccc.com US added 678,000 jobs in February in sign of economic health WASHINGTON (AP) - U.S. employers added a robust 678,000 jobs in February, another gain that underscored the economy's solid health as the omicron wave fades and more Americans venture out to spend at restaurants, shops and hotels despite surging... Read more www.stltoday.com Francis Howell student acts to create Youth Advisory... Three students will represent the Francis Howell District on the new St. Charles Mayor's Youth Advisory Task Force, a collaboration between area schools and the city of St. Charles. Brianna Ammons and Manisha Muthukaruppan both attend Francis... Read more www.midriversnewsmagazine.com Community Development St. Charles County and the City of O'Fallon recently were notified they will receive HOME-ARP (American Rescue Plan) funds in the amount of $1,467,362 and $338,000 respectively to assist individuals or households who are homeless, at risk of... Read more sccmo.org A year before the soccer team's inaugural season, CITY... If you're captivated by Ted Lasso, who is not real, then allow us to introduce you to the newly minted St. Louis CITY head coach, Bradley Carnell, who is very real-and will be instrumental in executing the team's style of play, as well as player... Read more www.stlmag.com Get Loud. Get Proud. Get Into It. We encourage you to find a way — big or small —to join the festivities and contribute to the spirit of unity that’s shaping a new future for St. Louis. Read more thestl.com 7 professional networking alternatives to LinkedIn -... It's crucial to build your relationships with industry colleagues. Consider these helpful platforms and opportunities. Most people who engage in professional networking use LinkedIn to build connections or find new opportunities, possibly because ... Read more www.ragan.com

Local High School Students to be Honored at St. Charles... Nineteen local high school students will be honored on Friday, March 4, at the Thirteenth Annual St. Charles County STEM Awards Breakfast. Hosted by the EDC of St. Charles County, this event honors St. Charles County high school students who have ... Read more www.gstccc.com Opinion: To raise the next unicorn, our state should... Last fall, St. Louis-based agtech firm Benson Hill rang the opening bell at the New York Stock Exchange and announced a $2 billion deal that took the company public, making it the latest company with Missouri ties to achieve the rare "unicorn"... Read more themissouritimes.com Missouri Capitol Chat - Missouri Chamber of Commerce and ... Join the Missouri Chamber Governmental Affairs team for a regular look under the dome with a focus on business-relevant legislation. Listen below, or search for Missouri Capitol Chat on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts or Spotify! The team Kara... Read more mochamber.com Interchange improvements at Route 94, Route 364, &... ST. CHARLES COUNTY - Drivers traveling eastbound on Route 94 from Muegge Road to Zumbehl Road/Friedens Road should be aware of shifted and narrowed lanes starting Monday, March 7, weather permitting. Crews will install barrier wall and temporary... Read more www.modot.org Fed's Bullard says U.S. economy is humming, unlikely to... ST. LOUIS - The head of the St. Louis Federal Reserve said Wednesday that the war in Ukraine will have a more direct impact on the European economy than on the U.S. and may even lead to an increased production of U.S. oil and gas. Read more www.stltoday.com SBA Hosting 2022 Women's Business Summit Later in March The US Small Business Administration (SBA) is to host its 2022 Women's Business Summit on March 28 - 30. The summit is in honor of Women's History Month. It will comprise of a number of "Ask an Expert" workshops, virtual panels, and fireside... Read more smallbiztrends.com 3 Early Warning Signs Your Marketing Plan Needs a Tune-up Marketing plans don't last forever, particularly in these fast-changing times. Beware the signs that your plan needs to spend some time in the shop. Businesses invest a significant amount of time and money in creating comprehensive marketing... Read more www.inc.com

Upcoming Events

Biz Brew March 2022 BIZ BREW - Serving straight up business and spirited conversation. Come and enjoy engaging discussions with fellow chamber members and guests. Have a laugh with us at the Funny Bone in the Streets of St. Charles! Read more www.gstccc.com

Lunch with Leaders March 2022 Networking & Celebrating the 10 year Anniversary of the two Chambers Merging: St. Peters & St. Charles! We will also be unveiling our new branding! This meeting is sponsored by: Marco Limited to the first 150 who registered. No walk-ins, please! Read more www.gstccc.com

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Happy Anniversary On March 1, 1978, Thomson Printing, Creative & Graphics became a member of the Greater St. Charles County Chamber of Commerce. Through that time, they've worked with the Chamber on creating everything from event invitations, business cards and envelopes and even printing our membership directory. Your involvement with the Chamber has been invaluable. We appreciate your continued support. Happy Chamber Anniversary!

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