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Chamber introduces Young Entrepreneur Program to Community.
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) is a groundbreaking and exciting
year long class that transforms high school students into real, confident en-
trepreneurs. Throughout the class, students develop business ideas, write
business plans, conduct market research, pitch their plans to a panel of inves-
tors, and actually launch and run their own real, legal, fully formed companies and social movements. Complete with
dynamic guest speakers from the local business community and exciting behind-the-scenes trips to local companies,
the fun, projects-based YEA! approach empowers students to take charge of their futures in a profound way.
Founded in 2004 at the University of Rochester with support from the Kauffman Foundation, the Young Entrepre-
neurs Academy today serves hundreds of students in communities across America. In 2011, the United States Cham-
ber of Commerce and Campaign for Free Enterprise became a national sponsor and partner of the Academy to help
celebrate the spirit of enterprise among today’s youth and tomorrow’s future leaders. (Read more on page 9.)
this issue
Letter from the New Chairman P.2
DCBA Breakfast Rescheduled P.8
Young Entrepreneur Program P.9
Women of Influence Luncheon P.10
Upcoming Events P.16
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SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955 • REPRESENTING 12,305 MEMBER EMPLOYEES • JUNE 2012 VOLUME 14, NUMBER 6SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955 • REPRESENTING 12,305 MEMBER EMPLOYEES • JUNE 2012 VOLUME 14, NUMBER 6
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It is an honor to serve the Castle Rock community as the new chair of
the Chamber of Commerce. I look forward to working with Pam Ridler
and the exceptional staff at the Chamber, the committed Directors
and Ambassadors at the Chamber, and local business and community
leaders in fulfilling the purpose of the Chamber to support and pro-
mote business, foster a livable community with positive growth and
act as a “voice” to government.
It’s an exciting time to live and work in Castle Rock! Castle Rock has
long been recognized by leading publications as one of the best places
to live in the United States with its small-town charm, excellent
schools, outstanding recreational amenities for families and its proximity to everything Colorado.
Castle Rock is also quickly building an outstanding reputation for attracting and developing business
interests and was recently awarded Colorado’s Large Community of the Year by the Economic De-
velopment Council of Colorado (EDCC) for the second time in three years.
One of the challenges for Castle Rock will be to maintain the high standard of living and quality of
life for residents as the Town continues its growth past 50,000 residents. Residents have repeatedly
said that they want Castle Rock to be a self-sustaining community offering good jobs and amenities
for those that live here. Town Council has recently emphasized that it desires to draw more busi-
nesses to the area, not just to service more residences, but to provide middle-class paying jobs.
The Chamber can act as a catalyst in promoting and balancing our “sense of community” with the
best interests of business.
The keys to Castle Rock’s business success are the relationships and cooperative effort of its eco-
nomic partners including the Castle Rock Economic Partnership (CREP), the Town, Castle Rock Eco-
nomic Development Council, Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce and the Castle Rock Downtown
Alliance. This partnership, however, must stay true to its’ common mission of aggressively pursuing
business opportunities which are also in the best interest of the community.
Get involved! The Chamber offers outstanding programs to develop the relationships and knowl-
edge necessary for prosperous businesses such as the Castle Rock Economic Gardener’s Business
Boot Camp, Leadership Douglas County, Business After Hours, Business Over Breakfast, Leads
Groups, Castle Rock Stars Young Professionals, and higher education through Webster University.
The opportunities are endless.
In addition, the Chamber will continue to promote the community by sponsoring events such as the
Douglas County Fair Parade, Artfest, WineFest, Elephant Rock Ride, A Night at Gabriel’s, The Healthy
Lifestyle Expo, the Women of Influence, Young Entrepreneurs Academy and Starlighting.
Please take advantage of the opportunities that the Chamber offers to its membership. Join one of
the many programs or organizations within the Chamber, volunteer for one of the Chamber’s many
events or get involved with the Chamber’s economic partners and experience what Castle Rock is all
about.
On behalf of the Board, the Chamber’s staff and the members of the Castle Rock Chamber of Com-
merce, I thank you for your continuing commitment and devotion to this community.
2012-2013 Board of Directors
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Aaron Barrick, Aaron Barrick, Aaron Barrick, Aaron Barrick, Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile,PC
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Michael Likens, Michael Likens, Michael Likens, Michael Likens, gopixel design studios inc.
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Wendy Nelson, Wendy Nelson, Wendy Nelson, Wendy Nelson, B2B CFO
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Nino DiMatteo, Nino DiMatteo, Nino DiMatteo, Nino DiMatteo, FirstBank - Douglas County
IIIIMMEDIATEMMEDIATEMMEDIATEMMEDIATE P P P PASTASTASTAST C C C CHAIRMANHAIRMANHAIRMANHAIRMAN
Linda Watson, Linda Watson, Linda Watson, Linda Watson, Sky Ridge Medical Center
DDDDIRECTORSIRECTORSIRECTORSIRECTORS
Rand Clark, Rand Clark, Rand Clark, Rand Clark, Genesis Church/Random Productions
John Cona, John Cona, John Cona, John Cona, ACME Brick
David FarnanDavid FarnanDavid FarnanDavid Farnan, Douglas County Libraries
Brooke Fox, Brooke Fox, Brooke Fox, Brooke Fox, Colorado Agricultural Leadership Foundation
Aaron Fritz, Aaron Fritz, Aaron Fritz, Aaron Fritz, Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus
Lisa Frizell, Lisa Frizell, Lisa Frizell, Lisa Frizell, Douglas County Assessors
Brock Goodwin, Brock Goodwin, Brock Goodwin, Brock Goodwin, Mutual of Omaha
Nadine Kirk, Nadine Kirk, Nadine Kirk, Nadine Kirk, RE/MAX Alliance
Elyse McNultyElyse McNultyElyse McNultyElyse McNulty, Kaiser Permanente
Mike Tafoya, Mike Tafoya, Mike Tafoya, Mike Tafoya, Estrada Strategies
Jaye Thompson, Jaye Thompson, Jaye Thompson, Jaye Thompson, Colorado Community Bank
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Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, President/CEO, Castle Rock Chamber
Mayor Paul Donahue, Mayor Paul Donahue, Mayor Paul Donahue, Mayor Paul Donahue, Town of Castle Rock
Frank Gray, Frank Gray, Frank Gray, Frank Gray, President/CEO, Castle Rock EDC
Sally Misare, Sally Misare, Sally Misare, Sally Misare, Town Clerk
CCCCHAMBERHAMBERHAMBERHAMBER STAFFSTAFFSTAFFSTAFF
Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, Pam Ridler, CCE, President/CEO
Melissa Moroni, Melissa Moroni, Melissa Moroni, Melissa Moroni, Vice President of Programs
Joanne Taylor, Joanne Taylor, Joanne Taylor, Joanne Taylor, Vice President of Membership
Tammy Cratty, Tammy Cratty, Tammy Cratty, Tammy Cratty, Office Administrator
Melissa Mares, Melissa Mares, Melissa Mares, Melissa Mares, Communications Specialist
Wendy Kreczowski, Wendy Kreczowski, Wendy Kreczowski, Wendy Kreczowski, Event Manager
Susan O’Malley, Susan O’Malley, Susan O’Malley, Susan O’Malley, Membership Account Executive
Marissa Ginger, Marissa Ginger, Marissa Ginger, Marissa Ginger, Receptionist
Aaron Barrick
Folkestad, Fazekas,
Barrick & Patoile P.C.
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Award Winners Announced at Annual Banquet
Castle Rock Chamber Chairman of the Board,
Aaron Barrick, announced the new officers
and directors for the 2012-2013 Chamber
Board of Directors and award winners at the
Chamber Annual Banquet on May 11th at
The Wildlife Experience.
This year’s banquet theme Old Hollywood
Glam, revisited the 1920’s & 30’s with cloth-
ing and décor reminiscent of the era. Guests
dressed up like good-time gals and guys of
the roaring 20’s and 30’s. Flappers and
gangster types alike enjoyed the speakeasy
and live auction. The Best of the Best nomi-
nees and winners were announced and
showcased in a video presentation (new this
year) created courtesy of Rand Clark, of Ran-
dom Productions. The Business Person of
the Year award recipient was Mike Golden,
MW Golden Constructors, Citizen of the Year
award went to Jim Folkestad, Folkestad,
Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile P.C., Ping Lee Jung
Volunteer of the Year award recipient, Susan
Thayer, Studio Fit finally broke her long time
“always a bridesmaid” streak, and the Am-
bassador of the Year award went to Ginny
Wainright, Send Out Cards. Sarah Jack, Best
Buy was the recipient of a new award this
Welcome to the New Board of Directors, Congratulations to all our
Award Nominees, Bravo to our Award Winners
Business Person of the Year-Mike Golden
Citizen of the Year-Jim Folkestad
Ambassador of the Year-Ginny Wainright,
Ping Lee Jung Volunteer of the Year-
Susan Thayer (Not pictured: Castle Rock
Star Young Professional-Sarah Jack)
year the Castle Rock Stars Young Profes-
sional of the year.
Our next chamber event, the Chamber’s
Annual Golf tournament will be on June 11th
at Perry Park Country Club. Although we are
nearly sold out, guest are able to pre-
purchase dinner tickets for the After Hours
Networking Event following the tournament.
No walkups will be allowed. Purchase tickets
at www.CastleRock.org. 2012-2013 Board of Directors
(Back row l to r) Aaron Barrick, Paul Donahue, Jaye Thompson, Rand Clark, Brock Goodwin,
Michael Likens, Aaron Fritz, Nino DiMatteo, David Farnan, John Cona, Mike Tafoya.
(Front Row l to r) Nadine Kirk, Linda Watson, Lisa Frizell, Wendy Nelson, Pam Ridler, Elyse
McNulty, Brooke Fox. (Not pictured: Frank Gray and Sally Misare)
The Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce is
pleased to announce its May recipient for
Business of the Month — Gabriel’s Res-
taurant and Tuscan Bar. They have been
proud members of the Castle Rock Cham-
ber of Commerce for more than 22
years!
Gabriel's Restaurant and Tuscan Bar has
been independently owned and operated
by Matthew and Jan Bundy since 1993,
which gives it a very personal touch,
though Matthew helped open Gabriel's in
1986 as the Manager at that time.
Gabriel's specializes in Northern Italian
four-course dining and is perfect for all
occasions; from a romantic first date to a
wedding celebration, holiday party and
any other special event that is looking for
a great place as their venue.
Five years ago Gabriel's added their Tus-
can Bar and now offers a wonderful Bis-
tro Menu in both the bar and on the
patio - no reservations needed for either.
During the warm season there is live mu-
sic on Fridays and Sundays on the patio.
If the weather decides to be “Colorado”
the band will play in the Milano Room
which then becomes an extension of the
Tuscan Bar. There's nothing quite like
sitting on the patio with a cold beer or
glass of wine, enjoying the music and
gazing up the Canyon. Matthew and Jan
love the work they do. Their motto is
"we get to go to work" and constantly
sing praise to their fabulous customers
and wonderful staff. On July 17th,
Gabriel’s will host one of three wine-
maker dinners preceding the 9th Annual
Castle Rock WineFest Grand Tasting on
July 21st.
Congratulations from the Castle Rock
Chamber. Gabriel’s Restaurant and Tus-
can Bar is located at 5450 Manhart Street
(Hwy 67) in Sedalia. Call 303-688-2323 or
visit www.gabrielsdenver.com for more
information.
May Business of the Month Gabriel’s
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Chamber Members Celebrating Anniversaries
Thank You for your continuous commitment and dedication to your
chamber. We celebrate your business success!
I have worked in the community,
with my husband, in Real Estate for
10 years and have more recently
taught Kindergarten. While teaching,
I began as an Independent Distribu-
tor for Premier Designs Jewelry as a
fun part-time job to make extra
money and as a way to get out with
other women. My dad had a stroke
that left him unable to care for him-
self, so I now share in his care. As a
result, I now work my Premier De-
signs Jewelry business full time, as
this allows me to work around my
dad’s schedule. Once beginning Pre-
mier full time, I decided the best
thing to do was to get involved with
the community through the Cham-
ber. I joined the Chamber in June of
2011 and became an Ambassador in
February of 2012. Joining the Cham-
ber has broadened my friendships
and business connections greatly.
I have met so many wonderful peo-
ple who live and work in this beauti-
ful town and I am honored to serve
the residents. There are so many
dedicated Ambassadors here at the
Castle Rock Chamber, that the
award of Ambassador of the Month
was quite a shock. I am blessed to
have this recognition and thank the
Chamber for this opportunity.
When I’m not working as a Jewelry
Lady or Ambassador, family time is a
priority. When time allows, I enjoy
dancing, playing piano, hiking and
traveling.
Ambassador of the Month
Melanie Calhoun
Premier Designs Jewelry
Waste Management, 24 Years
Arapahoe/Douglas Works!, 23 Years
AreaNewsletters, 21 Years
Castle Rental, 21 Years
Douglas County Temporary Services, 20 Years
Insurance Town and Country, 20 Years
Yogi Bear's Park at Larkspur, 19 Years
Skyline Glass Inc., 18 Years
Brookside Inn, 15 Years
Douglas Land Conservancy, 14 Years
Faith Lutheran Church, 14 Years
Castle Rock Foot & Ankle Care, 14 Years
Ray Navarro, 12 Years
The Links at Plum Creek, 12 Years
Dumb Friends League- Buddy Center, 10 Years
Heard Financial Solutions, 10 Years
Numerical Control Consultants, Inc., 10 Years
Bruce L. Fosdick, CPA, PC, 9 Years
Castle Rock Orthodontics, 9 Years
Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus, 9 Years
Santiago's Mexican Restaurant, 8 Years
Pepsi Bottling Group, 7 Years
Plum Creek Community Church, 6 Years
Liberty Mutual Insurance, 6 Years
Peak View Dental, L.L.C., 6 Years
Castle Oaks Covenant Church, 6 Years
Visions Salon, 5 Years
Achieve Web Design, Inc., 4 Years
Integrative Wellness Group, 3 Years
Five Rings Financial, 2 Years
Random Productions, 2 Years
Elements Therapeutic Massage, 1 Year
Premier Designs, 1 Year
Prudential, 1 Year
Spencer Colorado Real Estate-Keller Williams
Real Estate, LLC, 1 Year
DCF Guns, 1 Year
Guaranty Bank & Trust Co., 1 Year
Re/Max Alliance - Tom Calhoun, 1 Year
Galiano Business Services Inc., 1 Year
Perry Park Country Club, 1 Year
Remote Bookkeeper, LLC, 1 Year
TQ Photography, 1 Year
mywedding.com
4700 Castleton Way
Castle Rock, CO 80109
Woody Pastorius
866-469-9333
Weddings
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Business Trainings
Tuesday, June 19th
10:oo am to 1pm
Castle Rock Chamber
420 Jerry Street
Most business own-
ers tell me that they
don’t have enough
time to do all the
things they need to
do every day. Simply, my belief is that eve-
ryone has enough time because everyone
has the same amount of time. So, it’s not
how much time you have, it’s what you do
with your time. Every top executive I’ve
spoken with in the past 30 years agrees with
my belief. Planning and managing time is
one the most impactful activities that leads
directly to individual and business success.
Join Mike Tafoya and his team and learn
h o w s u c c e s s f u l
individuals leverage
Outlook to do the
Highest and Best in their businesses.
Learn how successful professionals:
• Plan and manage their time
• Manage customer relationships to sell
and retain clients
• Manage and delegate tasks to get more
done
• Lead departmental activities through
Calendaring and scheduling
FREE to Members; $20 for Non Members
RSVP to [email protected] or call 303-
688-4597
Leveraging Outlook for your Highest Impact and Success –June 19th
Through the partnership of the
Chamber, Town of Castle Rock,
Douglas County Economic Garden-
ers, PS Miller Library and the Senior
Core of Retired Executives (SCORE),
we can help you keep your business
on course or successfully help you
launch a new venture by providing
consultations with industry experts.
Schedule your appointment for a
business consultation with an expert
regarding the following:
• Business start-ups
• Developing a business plan
• Marketing and sales activities
• Accounting and tax issues
• Securing financing
• Business organization
• Managing business growth
• Business Boot Camp
• Access to Local Expertise
• Database & GIS Research.
Call 303-688-4597 or sign up online:
www.CastleRockEG.com
How Does Your Business
Thrive? Michael House
Estrada Strategies
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Business Over Breakfast
June 14 H&M Transmission &
Automotive/H &M Collision & Auto
Body (500 2nd Street)
July 12 Douglas County Libraries
100 S. Wilcox Street
Oct.TBD JM Kitchen & Bath
1375 Caprice Drive
Nov. 8 Wells Fargo Bank
445 S. Perry Street
Dec. 11 Castle Rock Adventist
2350 Meadows Lane
Free to Networking members/above
$10 for Community Connection
$20 for non members.
BOB’s are 7:30 am—9am
Business After Hours—5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
One pass for Networking level, Free to Ascent level and above.
$10 for Community Connection GUEST MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS.
Business After Hours
Upcoming Networking Events
June 20 Sky Ridge Medical Center (10101 Ridgegate Parkway Lone Tree)
July 18 TBA
Aug. 15 Patriot Enterprises (701 Park Street)
Sept. 19 gopixel design studios, inc. (420 Jerry Street)
Oct. 17 TBA
Nov. 21 TBA
Dec. 5 TBA
Thank You...Castle Rock Development &
Oakwood Homes for hosting May’s
Business After Hours.
Quick Look!
June Business After Hours-June 20th
Sky Ridge Medical Center
10101 Ridgegate Pkwy
5pm to 7pm
June Business Over Breakfast-June 14th
H&M Transmission & Automotive/
H&M Collision & Auto Body
500 2nd Street
7:30am to 9am
Stephanie Sims and Jim Riley,
Castle Rock Development Company
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June Chamber Calendar of Events
Friday 1st Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8 am
Sunday 3rd Elephant Rock Ride (DC Fairgrounds)
Monday 4th YEA! Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 3 pm
Tuesday 5th WOI Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 3 pm
Wednesday 6th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Leadership Douglas County (Cherokee Castle) @ 9 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Mexican Grill) @ 11:30 am Leadership Douglas County Graduation (Cherokee Castle) @ 4 pm
Thursday 7th Castle Rock Stars Membership Meeting (Chamber) @ 8am Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
Monday 11th Chamber Golf Tournament (Perry Park) @ Noon Shotgun Start
Tuesday 12th DCBA Legislative Breakfast (Sky Ridge) @ 7:30 am Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am
Wednesday 13th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Ambassadors Exec Meeting (Chamber) @ 10:30 am Ambassadors Meeting (Chamber) @ 12 pm ArtFest Committee Meeting (Chamber) @ 3 pm
Thursday 14th Business over Breakfast (H&M Transmission) @ 7:30 am Douglas County Economic Gardening (Highlands Ranch Chamber) @ 3 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
Friday 15th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8 am
Chairman’s
Circle
THANK YOU FOR YOUR
GENEROUS SUPPORT!
PRESIDENT’S LEVEL
Castle Rock Bank
Sky Ridge Medical Center
EXECUTIVE LEVEL
Black Hills Energy
Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus
Douglas County Living Magazine
Intermountain Rural Electric Association
Pinnacol Assurance
ENTREPRENEUR LEVEL
Castle Rock Development Company
FirstBank-Douglas County
Patriot Enterprises
Wells Fargo Bank
PREMIER LEVEL
Anthem Blue Cross/Blue Shield
Bonaventure of Castle Rock
Bubbles Liquor World
CoWest Insurance Group
Douglas County Libraries
Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile PC
gopixel design studios, inc.
Kaiser Permanente
Key Bank
Random Productions
Plumbline Services Inc.
Webster University
Tuesday 19th Government Issues Committee Meet-ing (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Business Training-Leverage Outlook for Highest and Best (Chamber) @ 10 am
Wednesday 20th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Wednesday 20th Leadership Douglas County Steering Meeting (Chamber) @ 7:30 am Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am Leads Referral (Mesquite Mexican Grill) @ 11:30 am Business After Hours (Sky Ridge Medical Center) @ 5 pm
Thursday 21st Castle Rock Stars Monthly Lunch (TBD) @ 11:30 am Ribbon Cutting (Postal Annex) @ 12 pm Douglas County Community Founda-tion Board Meeting (TBD) 3:30 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
Monday 25th Castle Rock Economic Gardening Meeting (Chamber) @ 11:30 am
Tuesday 26th The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Castle Rock Hospitality Tourism (Chamber) @ 8:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am
Wednesday 27th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Business of the Month (Land Title) @ 9 am
Thursday 28th Board of Directors (Chamber) @ 11:30 am So Co Business Partnership Board (Colorado Springs) @ 2 pm Webster University MBA Class (Chamber) @ 5:30 pm
Friday 29th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8 am
TRAFFIC
ALERT!
PHONE CALLS 917
WALK-INS 1224
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May’s Topic: Fire and Emergency Services
Thank You to Our
Patron Sponsors:
Leadership Douglas County would
like to acknowledge their Patron
Sponsors: The City of Lone Tree and
Douglas County Government and also
their Program Sponsors: Black Hills
Energy, BreakThroughs, Inc., Chero-
kee Ranch and Castle Foundation,
Douglas County Libraries, FirstBank of
Douglas County, Highlands Ranch
Metro District, South Metro Fire and
Rescue Authority, Town of Castle
Rock, Wells Fargo Bank, and the
Chambers of Commerce of Castle
Rock, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch,
Lone Tree and Parker.
With the end of the 2012 Colorado Legislative Session,
the Douglas County Business Alliance is planning its Wrap
Up Breakfast. Join our elected representatives, Speaker
McNulty, Representatives Murray and Holbert, Senators
Harvey and Scheffel for a conversation regarding the
2012 Legislative Session - Success and Failures on
Tuesday, June 12th from 7:30am to 9am at the Sky Ridge Medical
Center - Auditorium.
Please RSVP by June 11th to [email protected].
Legislative Wrap Up
Breakfast Rescheduled
Speakers:
Chief Dan Qualman, South Metro Fire Rescue
Authority
Chief Art Morales, Castle Rock Fire and Rescue
Department
Matt Retmer, Castle Rock Fire and Rescue De-
partment
Steering Committee Planners: Vicky Starkey
and Robert McMahon – Leadership Douglas
County Class of 2011.
The Leadership Douglas County class received
an overview of Fire and Emergency Manage-
ment Services in Douglas County during May’s
session held on May 2nd, 2012. The day high-
lighted the South Metro Fire Rescue Authority
and the Castle Rock Fire and Rescue agencies,
with presentations from the leadership of each
organization as well as eye-opening hands on
activities that gave the class a new appreciation
for what our firemen and medics do every day.
Chief Qualman provided an overview of the
services offered to Douglas County by the
SMFRA, including the special services they
offer. Chief Morales also provided an overview
of the Castle Rock Fire and Rescue Depart-
ment. A leadership skill segment is taught on
each class, and for May’s session, Chief Morales
presented “On the Court vs. in the Stands”,
which examines the difference between team
members who commit to moving their team
forward versus those members who watch the
game from the safety of the bleachers or
“stands”.
In response to the 2001 September 11th attacks,
the United States has created specialized agencies
to coordinate efforts to prevent, protect against,
respond to, recover from, and prosecute acts of
terrorism. The Colorado Information Analysis
Center (CIAC) is a multi agency fusion center
created to help prevent terrorism incidents in
Colorado. It is designed to link all stakeholders in
Colorado, from local and federal law enforcement
officers, to bankers and school teachers. It em-
phasizes detection, prevention, and information-
driven response to protect the citi-
zens and critical infrastructure of
Colorado. Terrorism cannot be com-
pletely eliminated. However,
through efficient use of resources,
the likelihood and impact of terror-
ist actions can be reduced. Matt
Retmer gave an overview of CIAC
and how our Douglas County agen-
cies interact with it.
“I am impressed with the South
Metro Fire Resource Authority and
the Castle Rock Fire and Rescue
Departments, their level of integrity, and sense of
leadership from top to bottom.”, Kay Dry, CH2M
HILL.
Leadership Douglas County
Is Currently Accepting
Applications for 2012-13
class
The next Leadership Class, “Art and
Culture” occurs on the same day as the
graduation of the class of 2012, which
is on June 6th. Leadership Douglas
County is currently accepting applica-
tions for the 2012-13 class. The applica-
tion deadline is June 15th, 2012. For
more information on Leadership Doug-
las County or for an application, please
call Melissa Moroni at (303) 688-4597
or email [email protected]
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Young Entrepreneurs Academy (YEA!) C o n t i n u e d f r o m f r o n t c o v e r .
The Young Entrepreneurs Academy is not
only a wonderful tool to teach students
about business, but also a great way to
build confident leaders with values. An
excellent instrument to unify the business
and educational communities, YEA! contin-
ues to expand across the country to fulfill
their mission of teaching more students
how to make a job, not just take a job.
By bringing the Young Entrepreneurs Acad-
emy to our community, the Castle Rock
Chamber will:
• Connect local business and community
leaders with students to build real
small businesses in our area while pro-
moting the spirit of enterprise.
• Promote job creation, economic devel-
opment, and growth among youth.
• Strengthen relationships between
your business and educational com-
munities.
• Create opportunities for Chamber
members to actively participate in the
program.
• Introduce the YEA! National Scholar-
ship Competition to students in Castle
Rock.
• Generate new revenue and positive
net profits for our Chamber through
the program.
YEA! strengthens the community and the
community strengthens YEA!. Students are
able to network with and develop relation-
ships with local business leaders, create jobs,
and launch businesses in their own back-
yard. Students see that they can make a
difference within the communities in which
they live. The enthusiasm and success of the
students are empowering for the entire
community!
Get Involved!
Sponsorships Available
There are several different levels of
sponsorships available. Choose the
one that best fits your company.
Platinum-$5,000
Gold-$2,000
Silver-$1,000
Bronze-$500
Contact Susan O’Malley at 303-688-
4597 or email [email protected].
For More information about the
program or to volunteer, please con-
tact Melissa Moroni at 303-688-4597
or email [email protected].
Do You have a High
School student who would
like to apply? Contact
Melissa Moroni at
303-688-4597 or email her at
an application.
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Be Inspired Over Lunch, July 19th Share the challenges, dreams and accomplishments of high profile
women in business, government, science and the arts.
Thursday, July 19th Time: 11:30 am to 1:00 pm
Augustine Grill 519 Wilcox Street
$30 for Members $40 for Non-Members
Register at www.CastleRock.org
Castle Rock Chamber proudly welcomes, Frances Owens guest speaker
for this quarter’s luncheon. Frances W. Owens became First Lady of Colo-
rado on January 12, 1999. A native of Colorado, she spent much of her
childhood in Texas, but returned to Colorado to receive a degree in Art History from the Univer-
sity of Colorado at Denver. As first lady, Frances volunteered her time to many charitable or-
ganizations, some of which include Anchor Center for the Blind, Developmental Pathways, Re-
cording for the Blind and Dyslexic, The Children’s Hospital, the Colorado Historical Society, The
Colorado Autism Society, Habitat for Humanity, and Volunteers of America. She chaired the
Colorado Commemorative Quarter Advisory Commission for Colorado’s quarter which was re-
leased in 2006. Ms. Owens oversaw the privately funded project of renovating and restoring the
Governor’s Executive Residence which was originally constructed in 1908; as well as extensive
renovations of the Carriage House and lower gardens.
Ms. Owens began her career campaigning and working for former U.S. Senator Bill Armstrong in
the late 1970’s as well as working for the Colorado Council on Economic Education. Currently,
she serves as Executive VP for Galloway Group, which focuses on forging mutually beneficial
partnerships between for-profit and not-for-profit organizations.
The Women of Influence Luncheon Series: Lead; Motivate & Educate.
Sponsorship Opportunities
Now Available
Contact Susan O’Malley at 303-688-
4597 or email her at
[email protected] to learn more
about sponsoring this program or
one of the many other programs the
Castle Rock Chamber offers it’s
members and our community.
SAVE THE DATE: The next Women
of Influence luncheon will be on
October 11, 2012. Guest Speaker:
Julie Schrocklc. Location: TBD.
Program is Sponsored by:
Thank You to Bonaventure of Castle
Rock for sponsoring the Mentoring
Program.
We greatly appreciate the generous
support of these sponsors. They
help make this program possible.
Frances Owens
VP Galloway Group
Restaurant of the Month Beverage Sponsor Storage Sponsor
Applebee’s Restaurant
390 Allen street
Castle Rock, 80108
303-814-0230
The Pepsi Bottling Company
3801 Brighton Boulevard
Denver 80216
Park Street/Jerry Street Storage
1500 N. Park Street
Castle Rock 80104
303.688.2242
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Kiwanis Club of Castle Rock
Robin Scurto
(303) 688-7029
P.O. Box 222
Castle Rock, CO 80104
www.kiwanisatcastlerock.org
Organizations
Northwestern Mutual Financial Network
Anant Mehta
(303) 908-9611
10257 S. Lauren Ct.
Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
www.nmfn.com/anantmehta
Financial Services
Oakwood Homes
Kristen White
(303) 486-8500
4908 Tower Rd.
Denver, CO 80249
www.oakwoodhomesco.com
Real Estate - Residential
Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc
Jim Jansen
(303) 246-4999
5600 S. Quebec St. Suite 325 C
Greenwood Village, CO 80111
www.tfa.transamerica.com
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Big Dog Insurance
Debbie Walker
(303) 663-1166
www.bigdogins.com
Insurance
Blue Rock Enterprises
Ken Rost
(720) 389-9410
815 S. Perry St. Suite 110
Castle Rock, CO 80104
www.bluerockone.com
Consulting - Safety & Preparedness,
Fire Extinguishers, Fire Safety
Brakes Plus
Cody Korfhage
(720) 258-8423
4455 Barranca Ln.
Castle Rock, CO 80104
www.brakesplus.com
Automobile Repairs & Service
Castle Rock Modern Dentistry
Maria Clark
(303) 660-6883
36 E. Allen St.
Castle Rock, CO 80104
www.castlerockmoderndentistry.com
Dentists
Harbor Landscape Company
Christy Comstock
(303) 339-0126
www.HarborLandscapeCo.com
Landscapers - Residential, Lawn Care
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edge and award current Chamber mem-edge and award current Chamber mem-edge and award current Chamber mem-edge and award current Chamber mem-
bers for Stewardship of the Chamber in the bers for Stewardship of the Chamber in the bers for Stewardship of the Chamber in the bers for Stewardship of the Chamber in the
Castle Rock Community. Castle Rock Community. Castle Rock Community. Castle Rock Community.
Steward Recognition: Steward Recognition: Steward Recognition: Steward Recognition: Your name and the
referred
new Cham-
ber mem-
ber will be
spotlighted
in the
Business
Voice in a
section
called
STEWARDSHIP RECOGNITION.
Award for Steward: Award for Steward: Award for Steward: Award for Steward: Begins today by refer-
ring others to become Chamber Members!
It’s easy. To complete your referral go to
http://www.castlerock./org/pdf/
MemberReferralCard2012.pdf.
To be eligible for the Annual Stewardship
Award a business must have referred and
confirmed a minimum of three new mem-
bers sales. The winner will be a business
with the most confirmed new members.
This award will be given at the end of the
Chamber’s fiscal year with photo and arti-
cle in the Business Voice.
Credit can be applied to membership, Credit can be applied to membership, Credit can be applied to membership, Credit can be applied to membership,
event tickets, event tickets, event tickets, event tickets,
advertising, advertising, advertising, advertising,
etc. etc. etc. etc.
FOR MORE
INFORMATION
CONTACT
JOANNE TAYLOR
OR SUSAN O’MALLEY AT THE CASTLE ROCK
CHAMBER. EMAIL [email protected]
OR [email protected] OR CALL THE
CHAMBER AT 303-688-4597.
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On Saturday, July 21st, Noon to 6pm, wine lovers will have an opportunity to participate in a
Grand Tasting of Colorado wines at one convenient location The Grange in the Meadows™ at 3692 Meadows Blvd. Castle Rock
WineFest, an outdoor wine tasting event, will offer more than two dozen wineries and over 160 varieties of Colorado wine. This
event draws wine aficionados for its tastings, wine seminars, cooking demon-
strations, food and entertainment. Grand Tasting Tickets cost $27 prior to July
19th, $37 after. First 1,700 WineFest Attendees will receive a free wine bottle
tote and wine glass. Back by popular demand is the VIP Lounge sponsored by
MyWedding.com. Tickets are available for $100. VIP accommodations include
valet parking, indoor facility, live
entertainment, hors d’oeuvres
buffet, and private tastings/
pairings with wines. As part of
the WineFest celebration, Wine-
maker Dinners will be held July
16th, 17th, and 18th. Dinners feature select wine pairings with signature cuisine at
local area restaurants. For tickets and details about the Castle Rock WineFest, enter-
t ai nmen t sc hed ule , m en u, pr i ce s , l oca t i on s an d di rec t i on s , V i si t
www.CastleRockWineFest.com or call the
Castle Rock Chamber at 303-688-4597.
Enjoy A Beautiful State of Vine at the
9th Annual Castle Rock WineFest
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This page is submitted by
Castle Rock Stars member
Tracy Quintana.
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GCRAG will be hosting a wine tasting June
3rd from 2-4pm with Executive sommelier,
Gordon Dickinson. All proceeds will go to-
ward the Guild goal of obtaining a visual arts
center in downtown Castle Rock. Classes
and workshops covering a wide range of
artistic endeavors continue, with specialty
classes developed for teens beginning in July
and continuing throughout the summer.
More details at http://www.gcrag.com.
16th Annual Rotary Ducky Derby and Street
F e s t i v a l “ G r e a t F a m i l y F u n ”
The Rotary Clubs of Castle Rock and Castle
Pines present the 16th Annual Rotary Ducky
Derby and Street Festival on Saturday June
9th. This event, held on Second and Perry
Streets in downtown Castle Rock, is a won-
derful day for adults, families and especially
f o r k i d s . M o r e d e t a i l s a t :
http://www.rotaryclubofcastlerock.org/
AboutTheDuckyDerby.cfm
On Saturday, June 16th the Vintage Car Club
and the Downtown Merchants Association
will be holding a car show that everyone is
invited to come and enjoy. There will be
many different styles of cars on display and
this year it will not only be vintage cars but
military vehicles as well. This event will last
from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be held on
the corner of Fourth Street and Wilcox
Street. If there are people who love cars, this
event is highly recommended!
Keep kids engaged and entertained this
s u m m e r a t R o c k R e c C a m p
Help your child discover a universe of fun
this summer by enrolling him or her in the
Castle Rock Recreation Center’s Rock Rec
Camp school-age day camps. The camps are
for children entering first through sixth
grades next school year and will run from
June 4 through Ju ly 27.Reg is ter at
www.CRgov.com/rockrec
Town & County News & Events
C o n s t r u c t i o n f i r m s e l e c t e d f o r N o r t h M e a d o w s E x t e n s i o n
The firm that will head up construction of the North Meadows Extension between The
Meadows and U.S. Highway 85 and Interstate 25 has been selected. Town Council on
unanimously approved a $175,000 agreement with Edward Kraemer & Sons Inc. for
construction management/general contractor services for the project. This construc-
tion approach brings the contractor in during the design phase of a project in order to
effectively attain goals. The final design of the project is expected to be complete by
January 2013. Construction is anticipated to start in spring or summer 2013 and to be
completed in fall or winter 2015. Read more here: http://www.crgov.com/
Water customer service representatives set to move to new location
In an effort to increase efficiency and improve customer service, the Town’s water
billing customer service representatives are moving from Town Hall to the Utilities
Department main office, 175 Kellogg Court. The move will be completed June 1. Wa-
ter customers still can drop off their payments at Town Hall, 100 N. Wilcox St., both at
the finance counter and the outside drop box. Additionally, a new billing drop box will
be installed at the Kellogg Court location by June 1. Questions? Call the Billing and
Collections Division, 303-660-1373 or visit http://www.crgov.com/index.aspx?nid=68
O u t d o o r S e a s o n a l I c e R i n k S p o n s o r s h i p O p p o r t u n i t i e s
The Downtown Merchants Association, Downtown Development Authority and other
community organizations have partnered to bring Rink at the Rock, a seasonal ice skat-
ing venue, to downtown starting November 2012. Months of research has been con-
ducted to identify the best ways of creating an enjoyable winter tradition for the com-
munity – and connecting the sponsors who make this amenity possible with those rink
visitors. Rink at the Rock delivers an un-precedent value to supporters at any of the
levels offered. Commit to being a part of the annual tradition by supporting Rink at the
Rock’s inaugural year today! For more information on sponsorship opportunities
please contact [email protected].
Our Vision:
Igniting passion for business
success and community prosperity.
Mission: To support, encourage and promote member businesses in the community
To be a “voice” for businesses to local and regional government
To foster a livable, vital community where quality of life and positive growth are both possible
Your Chamber works to…
• Strengthen our local economy
• Promote the community
• Take political action
• Create business relationships
• Represent business with government
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Aloha Fund Donates $8,500 to Colorado
Agricultural Leadership Foundation (CALF)
The two charitable organizations came to-
gether for the first time at the Healthy Living
Expo in February 2012. CALF and the Trust
arranged a follow-up meeting and tour of
the facilities and programs at CALF's Lowell
Ranch on Plum Creek. As a result, Aloha
Trust determined that CALF is an underuti-
lized, hidden "treasure" in Douglas County
that deserves greater attention and commu-
nity involvement. Aloha Trust was pleased to
donate $8,500 to support CALF's mission of
"connecting people to agriculture" and com-
mitment to develop youth leadership skills
through agricultural activities. "We are
thrilled by this generous donation," said
Brooke Fox, CALF President/CEO. "These
funds will go a long way to help CALF expand
the awareness and reach of our programs
aimed at connecting people with agricul-
ture." Read more at http://www.thecalf.org/
news.html
S U M M E R F R E E L U N C H P R O G R A M
During the school year many children in the
Castle Rock area receive free or reduced
lunches but when summer arrives some of
these children struggle to have a nutritious
lunch. This is where the Summer Free Lunch
Program that is administered by the State of
Colorado Education Department comes to
the rescue. The program will begin June 4th
and run through July 13th from 11:30 to
12:30 Mondays through Fridays. The focus
will be on summer fun for all children with a
variety of activities in addition to the
lunches. Children ages 2 to 18 will be served
and the lunches will be prepared by the
Douglas County School Food Service. The
park is located at the corner of Gilbert and
South Streets.Volunteers are needed to
serve the lunch and help with organization
of the activities. For more information call
Susan Meeker at 303-257-2442.
Are You Taking Advantage?
Members In the News
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Kaiser Permanente Castle Rock Offices have
been selected as a kiosk site for New Weigh
and Win Program. GET PAID TO ACHIEVE A
HEALTHY WEIGHT. What is Weigh and Win?
Weigh and Win is a free community program
that helps people incorporate healthy eating
and active living habits in to their daily life-
style. The program is FREE to all Colorado
adults age 18 and over. Participants who
have weight improvement earn quarterly
cash incentives, and there are opportunities
for all participants to win monthly prizes. -
More info at http://www.weighandwin.com
Bubbles Liquor World is proud to announce
the “Potters with Wine for Scholarships”.
The event will be held at the Cherokee
Ranch and Castle in Sedalia on June 21st,
2012 at 6:30pm. Join us as we sample over
40 different wines and beers from around
the world. Knowledgeable wine staff will be
pouring some of your favorite wines from
producers such as: Alamos, Edna Valley,
Stag’s Leap, Benzinger, New Age and many,
many more. In addition, there will be a si-
lent auction of fantastic ceramic art, hors
d’oeuvres, and live music. The art pieces
have been graciously donated by talented,
well know artists in Colorado and the sur-
rounding region. Tours of the famous Chero-
kee Ranch and Castle will also be available.
Tickets are $35 per person and may be
p u r c h a s e d a t : h t t p : / /
www.mckinnellscholarships.org/mckinnell-
endowment-fund.html
The Dumb Friends League Harmony Equine
Center will hold an open house on Saturday,
June 16. Visitors are welcome between 10
a.m. and 3 p.m. for refreshments and tours.
Rehabilitated horses will be available for
adoption. The center is at 5540 E. State
Highway 86, Franktown, Colo. 80116. Find
out more at www.ddfl.org/equine.
Pinnacol Assurance/CoWest Insurance
Group-Workers Comp Group Dividend
By combining the premiums of Castle Rock
Chamber
members, a
larger
premium base is established allowing
Pinnacol Assurance to reduce costs and
return dividends
to members
based on loss
histories.
Contact Pam
Ridler for more information at
Office Depot Program! Members save
approximately
15% to 25%
annually on their
office supplies!
To receive your National Program Office
Depot card, please call Susan O’Malley at
303-688-4597 or email
Comcast Business Class is available to
Members!
Whatever the
size of your
company, it needs to respond quickly to
the needs of customers, communicate
reliably with suppliers, and find smarter
ways to increase employee productivity.
Chamber members can save on internet
Service and Voice service! For more
information, contact Mark Pendergast of
Comcast Business Class at 303-720-8090
or email
For More Information about these
programs visit www.CastleRock.org
and click on the Affinity Programs
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Did You Know?
As part of your membership with the
Castle Rock Chamber, all members
are eligible to contribute to our
Business Voice Newsletter in the
“Members in the News” section.
Submit all press releases or company
announcements to
[email protected] by the 15th
of the Month to be included in the
following month’s issue. Take
advantage of this opportunity to
reach fellow chamber members.
*Some Restrictions apply.
Are you taking advantage of the
Member to Member Discount
Program? Visit the Members Only
section to sign up and view
discounts at www.CastleRock.org.
Colorado Artfest at Castle Rock-September 8th & 9th
Come prepared to stroll, taste and enjoy a Beautiful State of Vine in Historic Castle Rock. Over
two dozen wineries will be presented. At the Grange in the Meadows Noon to 6pm. Purchase
tickets to winemaker dinners and Grand Tasting at www.CastlerRockWinefest.com
Castle Rock Winefest-Saturday, July 21st
Enjoy a day of networking with others at Perry Park Country Club. Noon Shotgun Start.
Title Sponsor: Bubbles Liquor World. More details at www.CastleRock.org
Chamber’s Annual Golf Tournament-Monday, June 11th
Upcoming Summer Events
Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce 420 Jerry Street
Castle Rock, Colorado 80104
303.688.4597 ph
303.688.2688 fax
www.CastleRock.org
www.VisitCastleRock.org
www.CastleRockEG.com
Celebrate the charm of an old-fashioned Fair Parade in downtown Castle Rock. Parade Starts
at 9am on the south end of Town, followed by the traditional BBQ to benefit he Douglas
County High School Huskies at the Castle Rock Fire Department at 300 N. Perry Street.
Register at https://castlerockchamber.webconnex.com/2012_Fair_Parade
Douglas County Fair Parade-Saturday, August 11th
There is something for everyone at the 23rd annual Colorado Artfest at Castle Rock – the
weekend of September 8th and 9th. Approximately 25,000 participants will delight in the ar-
tistic impressions of more than 180 artists from across the country. Continual live main stage
entertainment, featuring popular musicians, will provide a complimentary backdrop to this
year’s program. More Event Details at http://www.ColoradoArtfest.com
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