inside - Sikeston Regional Chamber
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inside - Sikeston Regional Chamber
Newsletter Sikeston Regional Chamber “Where Southern Hospitality Begins” VOLUME 4, ISSUE 2 what’s INSIDE: chamber member NeW YEAR 3 news flash 5 new members w w w . s i k e s t o n . n e t 7 spotlight: Michelle Reynolds CHAMBER BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND STAFF Susan Lawrence, Executive Director Morgan Hough, Assistant Director 215 N. New Madrid Sikeston, Missouri 63801 Ph: 573-471-2498 Fax: 573-471-2499 E: [email protected] 2015-2016 executive board President: Justin Taylor, Edward Jones Investments 1st Vice President: Mackenzie Scherer, Shelter Insurance 2nd vice President: Lisa Heuring, Missouri Delta Medical Center Secertary/Treasurer: Larry Eby, Vast Broadband At Large: Zach Fayette, First State Bank and Trust Past President: Mike McReynolds, Mike Rentals, Inc. 2015-2016 board members Other Voting Members: Beth Johnson, Mitchell Insurance Cindy Farrenburg, Slusher Inc. Jacob Priday, Monsanto Matt Tanner, First State Community Bank Mike Tomaszewski, Tetra Pak Laura Collins, Willow & Co. Ben Alcorn, esi.comm Brooke Buchanan, Personal Expressions Terry Williams, Southern Bank Don Hart, Hart Electric & Men of Falkoff’s Taylor Allen, Manpower Glen Cantrell, SEMO Electric Cooperative Mechelle Farmer, Ferguson Medical Group Brad Burdick, Nestle Purina Ex-Offico: Clyde Hawes, New Madrid Co. Commissioner Jon Douglass, City of Sikeston Ed Dust, Sikeston Economic Development Darren Chapman, Mayor of Miner Jamie Burger, Scott Co. Commissioner Pastor Rick Lovall, Ministerial Alliance Steve Borgsmiller, SEMO-Sikeston Travis Deere, Sikeston Jaycees Michelle Reynolds, Three Rivers College Tom Williams, Sikeston Public Schools 2 FEBRUARY 2015 www.sikeston.net BOARD MEMBER SPOTLIGHT chamber member Michelle Reynolds Three Rivers College spotlight: Michelle (Felter) Reynolds is Development Officer for Three Rivers College. While her office is in Sikeston, she works to help market the College and connect with potential donors in the eastern portion of the College’s 15-county service area. A 2003 graduate of Thomas W. Kelly High School in Benton, Michelle graduated magna cum laude Bachelor’s degree in journalism with an emphasis in news-editorial from the University of Missouri-Columbia in 2007. She worked in the newsroom at the Sikeston Standard Democrat until 2011, when she accepted the position of Development Officer with the College. Now that the College has moved into its new location at 1400 S. Main, Michelle is excited to continue to spread more information about what Three Rivers offers and bring on more partners to help the College accomplish its mission in the area. She loves showing off the new facility, which she believes chamber is a great asset to the Sikeston community. Monday-Friday Michelle is married to her hus8:30 AM- 4:30 PM band, Jimmy. The couple has a 3-year-old son, Cooper, and Sikeston Regional Chamber is another baby expected to arrive closed on all legal holidays. this summer. Feel free to con- Chamber boardroom is available tact her at any time via email at to members upon request and pending availability. [email protected] or calling 472-5223 ext. 5415. To book or check availability OFFICE HOURS 2015 Vision Sikeston Leadership Program Now Enrolling! Leadership Sikeston was a ground breaking community program established in 2009 by the Sikeston Area Chamber of Commerce and Sikeston Young Professionals. It was designed to develop and motivate a diverse group of up and coming leaders and young professionals by enhancing their potential for leadership roles in our community. In 2014, the program co-oped with the Executive Academy to introduce participants to the opportunities, realities, and challenges of the community. The end result is a network of leaders devoted to understanding and improving the quality of life in the area. Individuals who have a genuine interest in leadership, desire to learn, and want to become more involved are encouraged to participate in Vision Sikeston Leadership. The six, one day sessions are held the third Thursday of each month from 9am-5pm. Session layouts may vary but will consist of active panel discussions, educated speakers, exciting tours, and meaningful group interaction. Established community leaders and professionals from area organizations and industries will participate in class sessions with the goal to inspire and provoke new thoughts and ideas. In addition, class members are highly encouraged to attend as many general membership luncheons as possible to maximize networking opportunities and to increase their community exposure. If you or a co-worker are interested in becoming part of the 2015 Vision Sikeston Leadership Program contact the Sikeston Regional Chamber at 573-4712498, today! FARMER’S RECOGNITION LUNCHEON It’s that wonderful time of year again, no not the holidays and quality time at home with your family. It’s our Annual Awards Banquet occasion and time with your other family - your business family, (the one you like!) Plans are well underway for our annual tribute to the biggest movers and shakers in our community. Time is running out to recommend the brightest stars in your organization, business, or favorite charity for an award. We are accepting nomination forms for: Chamber Member of the Year; Civic Group or Individual of the Year, Business and Small Business of the year; Citizen of the year; and our Lifetime Achievement Recipient. Occasionally we get asked how our winners are selected. After all nomination forms are received, a selection committee is then randomly chosen from the general membership, generally comprised of 5-7 diverse SRC members. The selection committee meets, reviews the proposed candidates for each category and individually ranks their choices based on the quality of the written nomination. Put your thinking cap on and your best foot forward for your nominee recommendation! We hope that you will join us Thursday, April 23rd for a fun night out, honoring your friends, colleagues and neighbors. Again, this year we invite you to our social hour before the awards presentations, so mark your calendars to come meet and mingle with various other Chamber members. We look forward to seeing you there! SIKESTON REGIONAL CHAMBER CORPORATE SPONSORS of the Chamber Boardroom, contact the Sikeston Regional Chamber. NEWSLETTER 3 LOCAL NEWS: CHAMBER MEMBER BUSINESSES MARK YOUR CALENDAR news flash upcoming february events Contact the Sikeston Regional Chamber office to promote your business’ next event. Give us a call 573-471-2498 or email us at [email protected]. Please visit our website for more information about any of the events on our calendar. monday pARENGO cOFFEE oPEN hOUSE LIBRARY BOARD MEETING monday HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD MEETING pARK BOARD MEETING tuesday DED MEETING bmu bOARD mEETING FEBRUARY 16 monday City and chamber offices closed for presidents’ day thursday cITY coUNCIL sTUDY sESSION saturday sIKESTON HIGH SCHOOL’S YE OLD MADrIGAL DINNER: MUSICAL FEAST thursday SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING FERUARY 2 FEBRUARY 9 FEBRUARY 10 FEBRUARY 19 FEBRUARY 21 FEBRUARY 23 friday FEBRUARY 24 thursday FEBRUARY 26 friday FEBRUARY 27 regular city council meeting LCRA MEETING TOURISM ADVISORY BOARD MEETING STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLEMENTATION COMMISSION MEETING YOUTH IN GOVERNMENT DAY OUTGOING AND INCOMING BOARD MEMBERS The following Board members terms ended December 31, 2014: At Large: Mike McReynolds Health care: Scott Nichols Below are the new Board members that will serve a three-year term: At Large: Brad Burdick, Nestle Purina Heath care: Mechelle Farmer, Ferguson Medical Group 4 FEBRUARY 2015 www.sikeston.net Has your business received an important achievement or do you have some new additions to your team? We want to know about it so that we can share the news with other Chamber members. Submit your News Flash items here. Adopt a Farm Family of America, Inc. presents: Adopt 25th Annual Conference on March 14th, 2015 9:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M., the conference will be held at the Clinton Building in Sikeston. Pre-Registration Fee is $15 which includes lunch, $20 at the door. Tickets are available at Paul’s Christian Book Store on Front Street in Sikeston or through Mary Myers via email, [email protected]. The conference program features Fighting to Keep Farm and Ranch Families on the Land! Susie McEntire in concert, LUC Boys Ranch from Lampe, Missouri, Ken Ortman, Administrator, Billie & Chandler “Residents”, Mark and Susie (McEntire) Eaton of Eaton Leadership Foundation and finally, a Breakout Session, “USDA Farm Bill.” The conference will also include books for purchase and book signing’s, along with material information! Join us for the Sikeston Public Schools Foundation 5K Run! Saturday, April 11, 2015 at 8 A.M. at the Sikeston High School Pavilion. Registration forms are available now. Please contact Lauren DeWitt, Director at [email protected] CHAMBER MEMBERSHIP EXCLUSIVES chamber member tips the avenue “The Sikeston-Miner area strives to uplift and promote our community at every possible avenue. We want our businesses, residents, and visitors to find precisely what they need; whether that be workforce or employment, retail service and products, housing, tourist attractions, or just a fun, friendly place to bring or raise your family, Sikeston has it all. We want you to be overwhelmed with a feeling of local spirit, engaged with our source of pride, and connected to the sense of community that keeps us grounded here or those coming back year after year.” Susie Lawrence, Executive Director of the Sikeston Regional Chamber, excerpt from the Avenue. Advertising spots are on sale now for The Avenue! Contact the Standard Democrat for more information. NEWSLETTER 5 MEMBERS SCISSORS AND SHOVELS The Sikeston Regional Chamber welcomes the opportunity to help you make your ribbon cutting and grand opening a special event. Contact Susan or Morgan to schedule your event at 573-471-2498 or send an email to: chamber@ sikeston.net. PREGNANCY RESOURCE CENTER farmers recognition luncheon W At the January Farmer’s Recognition Luncheon Thursday, individuals and farm families who have made a significant impact on the farming community were recognized. The SRC honored four award participants, Farm Family was given to the Hulshoff’s, Farm Female was presented to Vanessa McGairity, Agribusiness Service Award went to Don King of Don King Equipment, and finally Outstanding Young Farmer was given to Vest Baker. Deputy Director, Darryl Chatman of the Missouri Department of Agriculture spoke after the awards were presented highlighting what the department had planed for 2015. He mentioned the need for Missouri to “Beef Up” our beef industry mentioning that we are losing beef revenue to our bordering states. He mentioned the plans to help growth and production suitabilities in Missouri and finally the need for the development of leaders. The department hosts the Missouri Agribusiness Academy which gives 30 high school students representing 4-H and F.F.A clubs from across Missouri the opportunity to explore careers in agriculture throughout the 2015 year. For more information on this program visit, www.agriculture.mo.gov/. 6 FEBRUARY 2015 2014 Farmer’s Recognition Award Recipients: Farm Family: The Hulshoff’s Farm Female: Vanessa McGairity Agribusiness Service Award: Don King Equipment Sikeston Jaycee’s Outstanding Young Farmer: Vest Baker NE ME 555 Independence Cape Girardeau | 573-331-8965 New Member ADOPT A FARM FAMILY OF AMERICA 814 Auburn Drive Sikeston | 573-475-8444 New Member EW N 918 South Kingshighway Sikeston | 573-475-9230 New Member ER! B EM M R! E MB ER! B EM M W NE US PROBATION OFFICE 2015 ANNUAL AWARDS BANQUET NOMINATIONS The 2015 Annual Awards Banquet is in the works and nominations are beginning to circulate, so please review the attached forms for the business, small business, civic group/indivdual, SRC Member, Citizen of the Year, and Lifetime Achievement you think deserve nominations today! 2015 Annual Banquet Award Nomination Form LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD Deadline: March 3, 2015 at 4:00PM 2015 Annual Banquet Award Nomination Form CITIZEN OF THE YEAR Deadline: March 3, 2015 at 4:00PM Award Criteria – Person who has given of themselves unselfishly throughout their lifetime. Individual (male or female) 60 years or older with longtime achievement in professional life, as well as contributions in community service and has made a lasting impression on the community. Award Criteria - Individual (man or woman) who has made a lasting contribution to the community. Leadership ability. Works in the community. Demonstrates excellence in business, profession and/or a vocation. Active in community organizations. I WOULD LIKE TO NOMINATE: I WOULD LIKE TO NOMINATE: Individual: ___________________________________________________________________ Citizen: ______________________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________ Reasons for Nomination (attach additional information if required) ______________________ Reasons for Nomination (attach additional information if required) ______________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Name of nominator: _________________________________Phone:_____________________ Name of nominator: _________________________________Phone:_____________________ Please return completed form to the SRC Office For questions, call or email us at [email protected] Fax: 471-2499. Questions Call 471-2498 Please return completed form to the SRC Office For questions, call or email us at [email protected] Fax: 471-2499. Questions Call 471-2498 Winners are selected by a committee chosen randomly of the general membership. Winners are selected by a committee chosen randomly of the general membership. 2015 Annual Banquet Award Nomination Form 2015 Annual Banquet Award Nomination Form BUSINESS OF THE YEAR SMALL BUSINESS OF THE YEAR Deadline: March 3, 2015 at 4:00PM Deadline: March 3, 2015 at 4:00PM Award Criteria – Company in business for more than five years with typically less than 20 employees. Has staying power. Proven history and growth. Adaptability to the changing business scene. Shows excellence in management and employee relations. Demonstrates exceptional community service and customer satisfaction. Financial soundness and profitability. I WOULD LIKE TO NOMINATE: Business:____________________________________________________________________ Address:_____________________________________________________________________ Reasons for Nomination (attach additional information if required) ______________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Name of nominator: _________________________________Phone:_____________________ Award Criteria – Major employer in the community. Has staying power. Proven history and growth. Shows adaptability to the changing business scene. Shows excellence in management and employee relations. Demonstrates exceptional community service and customer satisfaction. Shows financial soundness and profitability. I WOULD LIKE TO NOMINATE: Business: ____________________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________ Reasons for Nomination (attach additional information if required) ______________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Name of nominator: _________________________________Phone:_____________________ Please return completed form to the SRC Office For questions, call or email us at [email protected] Fax: 471-2499. Questions Call 471-2498 Please return completed form to the SRC Office For questions, call or email us at [email protected] Fax: 471-2499. Questions Call 471-2498 Winners are selected by a committee chosen randomly of the general membership. Winners are selected by a committee chosen randomly of the general membership. 2015 Annual Banquet Award Nomination Form 2015 Annual Banquet Award Nomination Form Deadline: March 3, 2015 at 4:00PM Deadline: March 3, 2015 at 4:00PM SRC MEMBER OF THE YEAR CIVIC GROUP OR INDIVIDUAL OF THE YEAR Award Criteria – Clubs/Non-profit groups and/or Individual (man or woman) making significant contributions to the community. Promotes the quality of life in the community. Donates his/her or the group’s time to help a cause, event or goodwill concern, has made a lasting contribution to the community, shows leadership ability, volunteers in the community, and is active in community organizations. Award Criteria – Chamber member in good standing. Has been an integral part of the Chamber. Gives time and energy in Chamber service. Shows leadership and support of the Chamber. Contributes to the community’s growth. I WOULD LIKE TO NOMINATE: I WOULD LIKE TO NOMINATE: Organization/Person:___________________________________________________________ Individual: ___________________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________ Address: ____________________________________________________________________ Reasons for Nomination (attach additional information if required) ______________________ Reasons for Nomination (attach additional information if required) ______________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________ Name of nominator: _________________________________Phone:_____________________ Name of nominator: _________________________________Phone:_____________________ Please return completed form to the SRC Office For questions, call or email us at [email protected] Fax: 471-2499. Questions Call 471-2498 Please return completed form to the SRC Office For questions, call or email us at [email protected] Fax: 471-2499. Questions Call 471-2498 Winners are selected by a committee chosen randomly of the general membership. Winners are selected by a committee chosen randomly of the general membership.
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