The Chamber hosted a seminar from Microsoft Community Connections
on June 20th from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Chamber
office. "Doing More in Less Time" was a seminar
focusing on boosting everyday productivity within your business.
The next Microsoft Community Connections "Find and Mange
Customers" seminar will be on August 29th.
Leadership Pulaski County
All Applications
Must Be Postmarked by July 9th
The Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce
is now accepting applications for the Leadership Pulaski County
Class of 2013. Leadership Pulaski County is a community based
leadership program designed to identify, educate, and develop
leaders. The goal of Leadership Pulaski County is to identify
community leaders, expand the leadership potential of participants
by increasing their knowledge of Pulaski County, as well as
connect current and potential leaders by improving communication.
Sessions will introduce participants to the different aspects
of leadership within Pulaski County as well as develop an
awareness of the importance of leadership to the community's
growth and development. Participants will be provided the
opportunity to network with individuals that represent many
different aspects of the community including business, government,
military, and volunteer organizations. Leadership Pulaski
County is designed to develop, inspire, and motivate the leaders
of Pulaski County.
Leadership Pulaski County program participants
are selected from applications submitted to the selection
committee based on merits through a highly competitive admissions
process. Participants are expected to have established careers,
demonstrate talent and leadership qualities, and participate
in community activities. All participants must also demonstrate
a personal commitment to serving the community, show potential
for a significant role in the community in the future, and
a willingness to commit the time and energy necessary to complete
the program. The sponsoring organization or business must
also fully support participation in Leadership Pulaski County.
Individuals from all aspects of Pulaski County
are eligible to apply. The number of participants for each
class is limited. All applications must be postmarked by
July 9, 2012 to be considered for the 2012-2013 class.
Applications are available online at
www.LeadershipPulaskiCounty.org or at the Chamber office.
For more information visit the web site or contact the Waynesville-St.
Robert Chamber of Commerce at 573-336-5121 or email info@wsrchamber.com.
Membership Social
Click the image below to view this year's Membership Social
Invitation.
Click link below to fill out
your Sponsorship form for this year!
Looking for Employees? Then plan to attend. The Waynesville-St.
Robert Chamber of Commerce presents the 8th Annual Operation
Workforce Job Fair. Operation Workforce is a workforce recruitment
program promoting the connection between employees seeking
part-time/full-time positions with employers providing those
employment opportunities. Interviewing booths will be available
for on-site employee/employer interviews.
This event will take place Thursday, August 23, 2012 at the
St. Robert Community Center from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. with
set up from 9:00 a.m to 10:00 a.m.
If you would like to have a booth print out your form here
and send it to the Chamber office at 137 St. Robert Blvd.
Ste. B, St. Robert, MO 65584. For more information, please
contact the Chamber office at (573) 336-5121 or e-mail info@wsrchamber.com
Bridging
Members Program
The Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce
is excited to announce a new membership benefit aimed at bridging
our members and supporting our local community.
Beginning in April of 2011 Chamber members are encouraged
to report to us when they visit another member's establishment.
At the end of the month the member with the most visits will
have the opportunity to have a video posted to our web site...FREE!
This only works if you're honest about who you're doing business
with and remember EVERY VISIT COUNTS! Just follow this link,
bookmark the page, and remember to let us know about your
visits! For more information about this program call the Chamber
office at 573-336-5121.
Phelps County Regional Medical Center (PCRMC)
is a multi-community hospital located in Rolla in South
Central Missouri. PCRMC is comprised of highly skilled physicians,
professionals and employees who strive to provide the most
innovative and superior healthcare in the nation. PCRMC
is proud to offer world-class care to its patients, while
maintaining the compassionate atmosphere associated with
a rural community.
PCRMC is committed to bringing you, the patient,
world-class healthcare close to home by providing compassionate,
competent and convenient care. Our dedicated team of professionals
including the PCRMC Medical Group and the PCRMC Bond Clinic
offer an array of comprehensive medical services utilizing
the latest technology.
Let PCRMC be your first stop on your path
to health
-Cardiac Catheterization Lab
-Cardiac Rehabilitation
-Comprehensive Breast Center
-The Delbert Day Cancer Institute
-Emergency Department
-Home Health & Hospice
-Laboratory
-Physical, Occupational & Speech Therapies
-Psychiatric Services
-Medical Imaging (X-ray, MRI, CT,
-PET/CT, Nuclear Medicine, Bone Density)
-Rehabilitation Unit
-Skilled Nursing Facility
-Sleep Center
-Surgical Services (Orthopedics, Urology, OB/GYN, ENT)
To learn more about what PCRMC has to offer,
please visit pcrmc.com
or call 573-364-9000.
The
Membership Social if fast approaching on July 12th, be sure
to get your R.s.v.p. in now for this night of networking.
We will also say farewell to Board members Ronda Cortesini
and Lindall Mostajo and welcome Tracy McCord and Carey Heitman
to the Board. Be sure to attend this fun social!
In other news, the Chamber has been hard at
work on the Leadership Pulaski County program along with
many new initiatives we will be announcing in the new future.
The annual membership invoices have been sent
out and are due by August 1st. The Chamber has seen a tremendous
growth this year and would like to thank everyone for their
continued support. If you have not had the opportunity to
get involved in a committee, attend an event or network
with other members please make it a goal to do so in the
next year. It will be a valuable experience for you and
your business. This is your Chamber so get involved and
make a difference. We included the sponsorship form to help
you prepare your budget for the coming year. If you send
your form back in with your membership dues you will not
receive a call from the staff on sponsorships! Be sure to
also return your update form with any changes to your listing.
This helps us keep your listing on our web site up to date.
We are preparing for the Regional Job Fair
on August 23rd and if you would like a "free"
booth send us your registration form. This is an opportunity
to collect resumes or even interview candidates. We are
also preparing for Community Pride Night at this year's
homecoming football game of the Waynesville Tigers on September
28th.
I hope everyone has a safe and exciting 4th
of July. If you have any questions or concerns please give
me a call at 573-336-5121.
The
Pulaski County Tourism Bureau is working on the 2013 Visitors
Guide so please check your free listing on our website and
let us know of any changes. If you have new projects slated
for 2013, please let us know this as well. For those that
are unaware, the listings are complimentary to tourism related
businesses. If you would like to highlight your business over
and above the free listing you have an opportunity to purchase
advertising. Please contact Karen at karenh@pulaskicountyusa.com
to schedule an appointment. These guides are distributed,
to potential visitors looking for a great getaway in Pulaski
County, via Visitors Centers, tradeshows, and mailed to inquiries
received from our statewide and national marketing campaigns.
The Bureau developed a kiosk landing page that partners may
use on computers used by the public. This landing page gives
immediate access to tourism activities and businesses as well
as weather and MODOT road concerns. They can even send a e-postcard
to their family and friends! For those that are mobile they
may scan the QR Code which instantly connects them to the
Bureau's web information for easy access to partner phone
numbers and instant mapping. This is free to use, simply set
your landing page to www.pulaskicountyusa.com/kioskp.htm.
Each month the Bureau staff puts together an e-newsletter.
This newsletter keeps the business community apprised of area
happenings and tips about tourism: from events, local and
state-wide attractions, visiting groups, upcoming educational
opportunities and great information on marketing tools that
you can use to increase your exposure. If you are interested
in receiving the newsletter please email cassiel@pulaskicountyusa.com.
Youtube continues to rise in popularity; this online video
library gives global access to your businesses. More and more
people decide on a destination after viewing a video. When
viewing you can imagine yourself there and you want to experience
and have as much fun as everyone else! Log onto Youtube.com
and search for PulaskiCountyUSA and subscribe to our channel.
If you don't see your Pulaski County video listed, please
let us know and we will be happy to add it to our library.
July brings us music, horse shows, car shows and Old Settler's
Day. So get away from the house and have some fun! For details
visit PulaskiCountyUSA.com
and click on the Calendar link.
Jul 1, Red, White& Blue Country Festival- Dixon, Family
and Friends for Salvation Army-St Robert
Jul 4th Fort Leonard Wood Stars & Stripes 5K/10K Run,
golf tournament, car show, soldier show, fireworks. Fort Leonard
Wood museums will also be open!
7th Independence Day Celebration-Richland, COPS Investigate
Historic Talbot House-Waynesville, Cruise In at Crossroads-Richland
12th July Jamboree-RIchland
13th Woofstock-St Robert
14th Special Civil War in Pulaski County event at the Pulaski
County Courthouse Museum-Waynesville
21st Richland Saddle Club Fun Show
27th Dixon Saddle Club annual horse show, and opening day
of the 3-day Gospel Bluegrass Festival-Dixon
28th Old Settlers Day and YMCA Duck Race-Waynesville
Wishing you all a wonderful and safe summer!
Beth Wiles
Executive Director
Pulaski County Tourism Bureau
137 St. Robert Blvd. Suite A
St. Robert, MO 65584
(877) 858-8687 Toll-free
(573) 336-6355 Ext. 104
(573) 336-2985 Fax bethw@pulaskicountyusa.com VisitPulaskiCounty.org
As
you read this article the year 2012 is half over. The years
seem to go by faster and faster every year!
The questions about the economy getting better depends on
who you talk to.
As I looked at the latest unemployed numbers Pulaski County
for the May reporting period was 7.9 %. The State of Missouri
reported statewide an average of 7 %., the United States above
8%. Yes, the price at the gas pump has been decreasing. However,
on the TV last night it was reported that South Carolina gas
prices were $2.69. I noticed in Saint Robert today the price
for gas was $3.20.
I would guess folks in the advertising industry are doing
very well in this election year. Have you noticed any political
signs in your neighborhood?
The rest of the year 2012 the TV, Radio, and Newsprint will
saturate our daily living with negative ads about how bad
people are or will be if elected for a certain position. Absentee
voting for the August election is now open. If you can't vote
on election day consider voting absentee.
As I write this article the Supreme Court has just handed
down a decision on Obama Care. Their decision will effect
business decisions on how to proceed with health care issues.
Health care costs are a major expense and influence the bottom
line of everyone. The decision was a political line vote 5
to 4 in favor, and will have a barring on the campaign speeches
we hear the next few months.
The next 6 months of 2012 the Pulaski County Growth Alliance
will continue our efforts to foster new business statups.
The Entreprenuer Club will continue to meet monthly. If you
are not on the E-Club mailing list and would like to be contact
me. The Pulaski County Growth Alliance will also be working
to build a speculative building as a marketing tool to attract
new business.
If you need demographic information check our web site www.pulaskicountymo.com
or call us at 573-336-2123.
I have been married to a Marine for 17 years. We have been
stationed on the East and West Coasts, ventured to Okinawa
Japan and are now in the Heartland of the Midwest. Our family
is proud to live in a welcoming, patriotic
community that welcomes us with open arms. We have two amazing
teenagers that are starting the upcoming school year as a
Senior and
Sophomore at Waynesville High School. We are involved in supporting
the soccer and tennis programs as well as the Young Marines
Program on
Fort Leonard Wood.
I have a Bachelors Degree in Leadership from Bellevue University.
I have been a volunteer leader for the United States Marine
Corps for 17 years. I have worked as a Family Readiness Officer
in Okinawa Japan and served as the Vice President of the Enlisted
Spouses Club.
It is with great honor and respect that I serve our seniors,
veterans, and their families at the Life Care Center of Waynesville
as the Admissions and Marketing Director. I have been an active
member of our Chamber for 2 years and am now a PROUD NEW AMBASSADOR
serving our community. "I look forward to continuing
to grow, learn, and develop as a Community Leader."
Another busy month of activity for the Mayor
and City Council in Waynesville. Along with the work has
come several honors for me this month. I was fortunate to
be asked to give a tour to the Cherokee Nation Commemorative
Bike Ride on June 15. The "Remember the Removal"
bikers cycled into Laughlin Park, the site of an encampment
on the infamous Trail of Tears. It was wonderful to speak
to this group of young people who have dedicated themselves
to remembering the heartache and death that was associated
with the forced removal of the Indian tribes to the Oklahoma
Territory. It was an honor for them to stop in Waynesville,
now an official site on the National Historic Trail.
I was also honored to take part in the Military
Appreciation Day at Hammons Field, sponsored by the Mid-Missouri
Credit Union and the Springfield Cardinals. Gen. Mark Yenter
and I were asked to throw out ceremonial first pitches (a
"Bucket List" item, for me). The highlight of
the evening was the swearing in of several new Army recruits.
It was an impressive ceremony, one that I was able to share
with my family, including my six year old grandson, Paul
Xavior, who went on the field with me. Happy 237th birthday
to the U. S. Army and thanks again MMCU for including me
and my family in this special day.
We also attended several functions saying
a goodbye to Col. Chuck Williams, Garrison Commander of
Ft. Leonard Wood. God speed to you, Col.! We will be welcoming
the new Garrison Commander, Col. Robin Pfeffer, in the days
to come.
The Bagby family, owners of B & B Cinema,
announced last week their plans to build a new state of
the art cinema facility in the West Waynesville area. The
building will sit on the north lot, off G. W. Lane Street,
near the Waynesville High School. Plans are for a 12 screen
facility, with one Grand Screen, which is comparable to
an IMAX screen, as well as stadium seating in all screens
and the Marquee Suites, which will offer drinks, dinner
and a movie. The Marquee Suites will be separated from the
other screens and will be strictly regulated. The City is
thrilled to continue the relationship we have with the Bagby
family. They built a 4 screen cinema in 1990 and changed
the face of West Waynesville. Plans are to begin the project
as quickly as possible and to be finished in 2013.
Two very successful festivals have taken place
in downtown Waynesville recently, Summer Jam and the Rt.
66 Freedom Fest, with the Cave State Cruiser's the 22 and
23 of June and Old Settler's Day, planned for July 28th.
I would like to take time to thank all the volunteers and
our City staff, who make these events possible. Many groups
take the lead and you are appreciated greatly by our citizens.
The Mayor has proclaimed June 22nd, Chamber
Ambassador Day for the City of Waynesville. We thank all
these volunteers for their giving hearts and the time and
effort that is given to support our community and the Chamber
activities.
Please remember to SHOP LOCAL! Support your
friends and neighbors.
From the Roubidoux,
Mayor of Waynesville
Luge Hardman
Chamber Office Closed - July 4th in celebration
of Independence Day. Have a safe and happy holiday!
Chamber Luncheon - July 11th at 11:45 a.m. at Aussie
Jack's. Our sponsor will be Phelps County Regional Medical
Center. Please contact the Chamber Office to RSVP before
9:00 a.m. Tuesday, July 10th. Seating is limited make
your reservations today!
Chamber Membership Social - July 12th at 6:00 p.m.
at the Hampton Inn in St. Robert. Show your business pride
by dressing up to represent your business. The Chamber is
made up of a diverse group of local businesses that make
this community a great place to live, shop, and explore!
Come out to meet your fellow Chamber members and show off
your business. There will be prizes for the most creative
business representation. Sponsoring this event is Citizens
Mortgage Company with Celebrations Catering providing heavy
hors d'oeuvres. This annual membership social is a night
of networking, fun and entertainment. The cost is $15.00
per person. Please call the Chamber office at 573-336-5121
or email chamber@wsrchamber.com
no later than 9:00 a.m. July 5th to make your reservations.
Committee of Fifty Luncheon - July 27th at 12:00
p.m. at the Hampton Inn in St. Robert. Please R.s.v.p. by
calling 573-336-5121 or send an email to info@wsrchamber.com
by July 26th.
Fort Leonard Wood Command Orientation
33 packets were handed out in June.
Newcomer Materials are due to the Chamber Office by the
2nd Wednesday of each month. Newcomer Spotlight Businesses
are selected randomly. You must be taking advantage of this
benefit to be considered. If you are not currently participating
in this FREE program, you should be!
Advertise as little or as often as you wish in the Waynesville-St.
Robert Chamber "VOICE" Newsletter. Our
Newsletter comes out once a month, and will include a hyperlink!
Banner Ad; Top of the Page Exclusive
$300 (for six months)
$500 (for twelve months)
Side Bar Banner Ad
$200 (for six months)
$350 (for twelve months)
Bridging
Members Program
The
Membership Social if fast approaching on July 12th, be sure
to get your R.s.v.p. in now for this night of networking.
We will also say farewell to Board members Ronda Cortesini
and Lindall Mostajo and welcome Tracy McCord and Carey Heitman
to the Board. Be sure to attend this fun social!
The
Pulaski County Tourism Bureau is working on the 2013 Visitors
Guide so please check your free listing on our website and
let us know of any changes. If you have new projects slated
for 2013, please let us know this as well. For those that
are unaware, the listings are complimentary to tourism related
businesses. If you would like to highlight your business over
and above the free listing you have an opportunity to purchase
advertising. Please contact Karen at 
As
you read this article the year 2012 is half over. The years
seem to go by faster and faster every year!
NOTES
FROM THE ROUBIDOUX
