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8/1/2024 | Attention all golfers signed up to participate in the upcoming 35th Annual FACC Golf Tournament (and anyone else interested in golf... or happy hour): we're having a pre-golf tournament happy hour event at Gimme Golf Club's South House located in Fenton's industrial park area off Rudder Road. Enjoy refreshments while challenging fellow golfers and attendees to a round of golf - - or skill game - - on one of three simulators at the facility. We'll have light appetizers and refreshments, plus a few golf instructors and fitness instructors to lend advice and tips for anyone interested in upping their game. This event is open to anyone; all are welcome and encouraged to attend! more info... |
8/4/2024 | Join us for an exciting event celebrating the fastest-growing sport—PICKLEBALL! Bring your family and friends for a day of fun and competition. Secure your spot in the $10 Dink Skills Competition now. Sign up your social or competitive pickleball team—only 29 spots remaining! Each team member will receive an indoor pickleball, a cooling towel, and a sporty headband. VIP teams will also receive a pickleball paddle. Don't miss out! RSVP: https://www.classy.org/.../sunnyhill-pickleball.../e578681 Sponsored by: Championship Courts: Heffernan Insurance Brokers & O'Fallon Buick GMC Dink Competition Court: Reign Energy Drink & Enterprise Bank & Trust Crosscourt Sponsors: Shock City Studio, Hatched Consulting and Washington University of Medicine, DEI more info... |
8/7/2024 | Speaker: Chis Montgomery, Throttlenet Inc. more info... |
8/8/2024 | Join us for an empowering afternoon dedicated to financial literacy and securing your financial future.
Who should attend: Young adults eager to take control of their finances, whether you’re just starting out or looking to deepen your financial knowledge. However, all are welcome. What to expect: Insightful presentations by financial experts from Simmons Bank Practical tips on budgeting and saving Strategies for managing debt and building credit Interactive Q&A Why attend: Gain essential financial skills that will last a lifetime Network with like-minded individuals Access resources and tools to help you achieve your financial goals more info... |
8/12/2024 | Join us for a fun-filled day out at Tapawingo for the Fenton Chamber's most popular fundraiser; this event sells out each year with over 40 teams! Four-person teams play 18 holes in a scramble format at Tapawingo National Golf Club in Sunset Hills which provides three unique and challenging courses with well-maintained grounds and beautiful scenery. Proceeds from the tournament go towards facilitating new Chamber programs and growing the FACC Scholarship Fund. To date, the Fenton Chamber has awarded over $360,000 to area high school graduates. Here's what you can look forward to: Four-Person Scramble: Work together as a team with the scramble format in which each player tees off on every hole and the team chooses the best shot. This is a great way to have fun, be competitive, and maybe even shave some strokes off your score! Challenge Yourself at Tapawingo: Test your skills on the beautiful Tapawingo National Golf Club course. With its stunning scenery and well-maintained greens, this course offers a challenge for golfers of all abilities. More Than Just Golf: Enjoy a day of camaraderie and friendly competition. Mingle with fellow golfers, enjoy refreshments and on-course contests and beverage stations, then celebrate your achievements at the post-tournament gathering. more info... |
8/14/2024 | *** GREAT FOR NEW MEMBERS, NEW CONTACTS OF EXISTING MEMBER BUSINESSES, AND ANYONE INTERESTED IN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE MEMBERSHIP *** Join us for a one-hour information session at which we will highlight: who we are, what we do, benefits of membership - some you may know, some you may not - and ways to maximize your investment by utilizing opportunities offered by the Chamber to grow business and cultivate new relationships. Led by Kelly and Bridget, the Fenton Chamber staff will provide a comprehensive overview of all membership areas, including promotion avenues, exclusive opportunities for members, recurring events, community involvement, professional development and more.
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8/21/2024 | Topic: Mastermind on Social Media Join us for an engaging Mastermind discussion on social media... we'll survey attendees and talk about successes/win on socials and trouble areas that exist for businesses. We'll also share how to perform a social media audit on your business and the importance of doing so. Learn how to refine your strategy, boost engagement, and achieve better results through a comprehensive audit. This session will cover essential tools and best practices, providing actionable insights to enhance your online presence. "According to Porch Group Media, 54% of social media users research products on social media. 71% of consumers are more likely to buy products and services based on social media referrals, and 27% prefer to discover new products on social media over other channels." more info... |
8/27/2024 | Business Neighborhood: High Ridge Let's Get Together... In Your Neighborhood! Meeting members & supporting businesses... one neighborhood at a time! The Fenton Chamber is committed to meeting members where they are. Through the "In Your Neighborhood" program, we make it EASIER for our members to connect with Fenton Chamber staff and fellow members, as well as meeting fellow business owners near them that they may not meet at other events. With each of these IYN events, we select/target a "neighborhood" location by choosing a meeting place for breakfast/lunch/after hours. All are welcome to each IYN event, but we do make an effort to personally invite members (event non-members) within close distance of that location to attend. No event fee; attendees pay their own way more info... |
8/28/2024 | Get Creative with Canva: Eight-Part Educational Series Thanks to Canva, you no longer need to be a graphic designer to create quality images/visuals for your nonprofit, small business, etc.! You can easily (yes, we do mean that!) create professional visuals to help promote your business/organization, get noticed with eye-catching graphics, and expand your creativity/design skills all while using the Canva platform. This series will be conducted by FACC Director of Marketing & Communications, Kelly, and will take place in person at the Fenton Chamber office. What is Canva? Canva is a graphic design platform used to create social media graphics, presentations, posters, documents, and other visual content. The app includes an extensive database of design templates, royalty-free images, and graphics for its users. The platform is free to use, however there is increased functionality through affordable subscriptions such as Canva Pro and Canva for Enterprise. more info... |
8/29/2024 | We invite Chamber members and those in the community to join us at the one of our newest members D-BAT Fenton for a ribbon cutting and "Connect Over Coffee" event! D-BAT is a premier baseball and softball training facility that recently opened its doors in Fenton, offering state of the art technology, batting cages, pro shop, professional instructors, rentals and more. Enjoy coffee and light refreshments while connecting with fellow Chamber members and guests in attendance. Hear from ownership and staff as they share information about the services they offer, tour the facility, meet and connect with attendees, and celebrate D-BAT Fenton as a new member of the business community! Stop by on your way into work, stay for as long as your schedule permits. Help our host adequately prepare by submitting your RSVP for this event. more info... |