West County News

Letter From Lori

Ellisville, MO

03/04/2022 01:14 PM

This morning at our First Friday Coffee I couldn't help but to feel an overwhelming amount of appreciation & gratitude to the members making everyone feel welcomed, accepted, encouraged, supported and valued! In the nearly 15 years at the Chamber, I have witnessed so much kindness and grace given to our business community. There is a distinct connection that our members feel WELCOMED being in the room with leaders, entrepreneurs and business owners from around our community - it's an honor to see and I don't take it for granted.

As we look ahead, it is so encouraging to know the future of our Chamber is being led by an amazing group of members - the West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce is a MEMBERSHIP BASED ORGANIZATION with dedicated professionals promoting and enhancing their business, advancing our community and overall quality of life within our REGION!

We are a STRONG & SMART 500+ membership organization and GROWING! We are west St. Louis county and I am extremely proud of that!

I would love to take this moment and encourage you to get more involved within the West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce! Maybe that's joining a committee for one of our major events (we need the help), or being an Ambassador, or maybe it's just attending more of our monthly events (like the First Friday Coffee, GMM); whatever it is - it's never too late to get involved and you WILL ALWAYS be welcomed with open arms! And have FUN!! And create more relationships, friendships, business referrals...you get the idea.

Be the reason, and the MEMBER, someone feels welcomed, seen, heard, valued, loved and supported. You will be glad you did.

With Warmest Gratitude,

Lori A. Kelling

President/CEO

West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce

Reference

Lori Kelling

6362309900

lkelling@westcountychamber.com

http://15965 Manchester Road

What Our Members Say About Us

"The West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce truly lives up to the community model of business. We share a belief that we are all in this together to build up our community and help businesses flourish so they can provide great jobs...The opportunities to get involved are endless. At the West County Chamber, members like each other. Come join us!"

Bruce Sheridan, Organizational Compass Inc.

"The West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce is a great place to meet others! The goal of the Chamber is to help members promote their business and contribute to the community in a fun and friendly atmosphere!"

John Hoover, U.S. Bank Home Mortgage

"This is a great Chamber for making business connections and getting involved with the local communities. I have met many friends through my involvement with the West County Chamber of Commerce."

Robin Monks, Cetera Investors

"Joining the Chamber has helped advanced our business during good times and bad. Glad we made the commitment to join over ten years ago. There is no better place to develop your business than the West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce!!!"

Sandy Chestnas, Owner SERVPRO of Fenton/South Ballwin

"The Chamber and member businesses are a critical part of Ellisville’s success. An investment in The Chamber strengthens our entire region and is simply good business."

Mayor Mike Roemerman, City of Ellisville

"The West County Chamber of Commerce continually provides the Parkway School District with business and community connections that ultimately benefit our students and educators. They willingly share information about the school district with the larger community. Information from the West St. Louis Chamber assists Parkway in our future planning. We very much appreciate our partnership."

Keith Marty, Superintendent Parkway School District

"This is the most amazing chamber I have ever seen! Lori Kelling and Heather Zerweck are the dynamic duo 🙂 They bring so much energy and a truly amazing culture to the West County Chamber of Commerce. The connections I created have made such a positive impact on my business!!"

Jay Grosman, Owner/Founder iAutoAgent

"The West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce has helped me grow my business for the past four years. Through their various networking meetings and events I've made business connections and friendships I otherwise wouldn't have. Their website and Facebook page are also a great resources for keeping up with local information and events."

Courtney Ruder, Ruder Realty

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