december 2011 business voice newsletter

Castle Rock Chamber Business Voice • CastleRock.org

SERVING THE BUSINESS COMMUNITY SINCE 1955 • REPRESENTING 15,235 MEMBER EMPLOYEES • DECEMBER 2011, VOLUME 8, NUMBER 12

"Get Connected to the Region's Best Business Network""Get Connected to the Region's Best Business Network""Get Connected to the Region's Best Business Network""Get Connected to the Region's Best Business Network"

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Happy HolidaysHappy HolidaysHappy Holidays

From the Chamber Board and Staff!

Budgeting Ideas to Market your Business in 2012 3 Shop the Chamber for Holiday Gifts 5 Healthy Living Expo is February 11 6 Women of Influence Luncheon is January 12 9 Ribbon Cuttings 13

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Call for your complimentary one-on-one consultation 303.688.4597


Come Travel with the Chamber in 2012Come Travel with the Chamber in 2012Come Travel with the Chamber in 2012Come Travel with the Chamber in 2012

Last month the Chamber ventured on a fabulous trip to Greece and Turkey where thirty-two friends and family members explored many exotic destina-tions. The Chamber board has just announced that our next venture will be to

explore the sunny Costa Del Sol region along Spain’s Mediterranean coastlineCosta Del Sol region along Spain’s Mediterranean coastlineCosta Del Sol region along Spain’s Mediterranean coastlineCosta Del Sol region along Spain’s Mediterranean coastline. This will be a 9-day journey leaving on November 6, 2012. More information will be available in the next couple of weeks, and will be promoted through

CastleRock.org. Please contact me with any questions regarding our next excursion.

Chamber creates a New Business Venture with The Healthy Living ExpoChamber creates a New Business Venture with The Healthy Living ExpoChamber creates a New Business Venture with The Healthy Living ExpoChamber creates a New Business Venture with The Healthy Living Expo A great deal of planning has gone into creating a new and exciting opportunity

for your business to gain exposure at one location on Saturday, February 11, 2012. Here’s your chance to participate in Colorado’s largest Expo focused on living, working and playing in Colorado. See page See page See page See page 6 6 6 6 of this publication for

more details about this exciting business opportunity.

Budgeting Ideas to Market your Business in 2012Budgeting Ideas to Market your Business in 2012Budgeting Ideas to Market your Business in 2012Budgeting Ideas to Market your Business in 2012 As the year is coming to an end, it is time to plan for 2012. As a business owner and/or manager

you are forced to be more creative and deliberate with your marketing efforts. As a reminder, your business has many options that are cost effective or even built into your investment with the Chamber. Outside of our daily referrals to people looking for reputable businesses, there are

opportunities for your business to reach new and current residents and other businesses throughout the year. Here are some tips to help your business get more exposure:

Spread your “word of mouth” about your business to other members!Spread your “word of mouth” about your business to other members!Spread your “word of mouth” about your business to other members!Spread your “word of mouth” about your business to other members! Check our calendar online www.castlerock.org for upcoming opportunities to network

throughout the year with other members who might be able to connect you to new clients or resources. Don’t forget to budget for the annual events like the Healthy Living Expo coming in February!

Discounts?Discounts?Discounts?Discounts? Many Chamber member businesses offer Member-to-Member and general discounts online for people to use. The coupon or discount is attached to your listing online for everyone to

access. And this service is FREE for ALL our members to use. More directed marketing to people looking for your business? More directed marketing to people looking for your business? More directed marketing to people looking for your business? More directed marketing to people looking for your business? Consider advertising in the Chamber online newsletter, The Business Voice, website or at a Chamber event. Each

is directed toward a specific audience and costs considerably less than some types of traditional marketing. Also, don’t disregard the use of social media in your marketing efforts. Check out the Chamber’s Facebook page www.FaceBook.com/castlerockchamber

Gain more recognition for your business.Gain more recognition for your business.Gain more recognition for your business.Gain more recognition for your business. If you place our investment sticker in the window of your business, it recognizes you as a proud member of the Castle Rock Chamber and the business community. Why not tout

that in your promotions? Members may use the Castle Rock Chamber logo on their website, business cards, stationery and advertising. The association with the Chamber will add credibility and shows your support of the area business community! For more ideas of how

your membership can benefit you, call Joanne Taylor, Membership Development Director at 303-688-4597 or [email protected]

CEO Focus

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CCCCHAIRHAIRHAIRHAIR---- ELECTLECTLECTLECT Aaron BarrickAaron BarrickAaron BarrickAaron Barrick Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C.

TTTTREA SURERREA SURERREA SURERREA SURER Pam JenkinsPam JenkinsPam JenkinsPam Jenkins Castle Rock Bank

TTTTREA SURERREA SURERREA SURERREA SURER---- EEEELECTLECTLECTLECT Wendy NelsonWendy NelsonWendy NelsonWendy Nelson B2B CFO

IIIIMM EDIATEMM EDIATEMM EDIATEMM EDIATE P P P PASTASTASTAST C C C CHAIRMANHAIRMANHAIRMANHAIRMAN Lisa FrizellLisa FrizellLisa FrizellLisa Frizell Office of Douglas County Assessor

DDDD IRECTORSIRECTORSIRECTORSIRECTORS Rand ClarkRand ClarkRand ClarkRand Clark Genesis Church/Random Productions

Jim DiazJim DiazJim DiazJim Diaz Community Media of Colorado

Nino DiMatteoNino DiMatteoNino DiMatteoNino DiMatteo FirstBank - Douglas County

Aaron FritzAaron FritzAaron FritzAaron Fritz Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus

Brock GoodwinBrock GoodwinBrock GoodwinBrock Goodwin Mutual of Omaha

Michael LikensMichael LikensMichael LikensMichael Likens gopixel design studios, inc.

Laurie LewisLaurie LewisLaurie LewisLaurie Lewis CoWest Insurance Group

Jim MundleJim MundleJim MundleJim Mundle Douglas County Living Magazine

Jim RileyJim RileyJim RileyJim Riley Castle Rock Development Company

Lo ri SwagerLo ri SwagerLo ri SwagerLo ri Swager Premier Pilates and Wellness

Mike TafoyaMike TafoyaMike TafoyaMike Tafoya Estrada Strategies

Jaye ThompsonJaye ThompsonJaye ThompsonJaye Thompson Colorado Community Bank

EEEEXXXX----OFFICIOOFFICIOOFFICIOOFFICIO Pam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCE President/CEO, Castle Rock Chamber

Mayor Paul DonahueMayor Paul DonahueMayor Paul DonahueMayor Paul Donahue Town of Castle Rock

Frank GrayFrank GrayFrank GrayFrank Gray President/CEO, Castle Rock EDC

Sally MisareSally MisareSally MisareSally Misare Town Clerk

CCCCHAMBERHAMBERHAMBERHAMBER STAFFSTAFFSTAFFSTAFF Pam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCE President/CEO [email protected]

Diane LeducDiane LeducDiane LeducDiane Leduc Director of Marketing [email protected]

Melissa MoroniMelissa MoroniMelissa MoroniMelissa Moroni Director of Programs [email protected]

Joanne TaylorJoanne TaylorJoanne TaylorJoanne Taylor Director of Membership [email protected]

Tammy C rattyTammy C rattyTammy C rattyTammy C ratty Office Administrator [email protected]

Melissa MaresMelissa MaresMelissa MaresMelissa Mares Communications Specialist [email protected]

Susan O’MalleySusan O’MalleySusan O’MalleySusan O’Malley Membership Account Executive [email protected]

2011~2012 BBBBOARDOARDOARDOARD OFOFOFOF D D D DIRECTORSIRECTORSIRECTORSIRECTORS

Pam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCEPam Ridler, CCE

President/CEOPresident/CEOPresident/CEOPresident/CEO Castle Rock ChamberCastle Rock ChamberCastle Rock ChamberCastle Rock Chamber

Mission:Mission:Mission: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

Values:Values:Values:Values: Accountability Accountability Accountability Accountability — to provide transparent and responsive leadership; acting as good stewards of funds, time and resources Innovation Innovation Innovation Innovation — to inspire new ideas, solutions and opportunities Integrity Integrity Integrity Integrity — to do things right and always do the right thing Respect Respect Respect Respect — to earn trust and to hold others in high esteem Team Work Team Work Team Work Team Work — to motivate and empower one another to do great things Relationships Relationships Relationships Relationships — to build enduring connections and partnerships founded upon honesty, gratitude and commitment

Your Chamber works to...Your Chamber works to...Your Chamber works to...Your Chamber works to...

• Strengthen our local economy

• Promote the community

• Take political action

• Create business relationships

• Represent business with government

Vision: Vision: Vision: Vision: Igniting passion for business success and community


The Town of Castle Rock dressed up in its finest to kick off the holiday season at Starlighting 2011 on November 19th. Area

businesses competed in a decorating contest with four categories: Best of Show, Best Small Town Theme, Most Creative and Best Use of Lights, which complimented the year’s theme, “Light Up the Season!”

The following businesses earned the coveted awards: Best of Show was awarded to Castle Country Assisted Living; Best

Small Town Theme, Find Your Stash; Most Creative, Gene’s Muffler and Auto Body and Best Use of Lights, Cherokee Ranch & Castle. All Chamber member businesses and those in the surrounding area were encouraged to participate by decorating the

outside of their businesses by Starlighting. “A business doesn’t necessarily need to be located in the downtown area to com-pete,” said Pam Ridler, President and CEO of the Castle Rock Chamber.

The weather cooperated for the most part, turning chilly at sunset. More than 12,000 braved the cold to participate in the

Starlighting Ceremony hosted by Gary Shapiro of Channel 9. Town, County and business sponsors joined the public ceremony with a skit, poem, carols and well-wishes. The Jolly Old Elf himself made an appearance to the delight of thousands.

Due to the efforts of the Downtown Development Authority, a new downtown canopy of lights was unveiled after the lighting of the Star. This canopy replaces street lighting between Third and Fourth Streets on Wilcox and most certainly produces a

festive mood for holiday revelers and shoppers!

Title Sponsor Title Sponsor Title Sponsor Title Sponsor ~~~~ Castle Rock BankCastle Rock BankCastle Rock BankCastle Rock Bank

Major Sponsors Major Sponsors Major Sponsors Major Sponsors ~~~~ Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus • Plumbline Services, Inc.Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus • Plumbline Services, Inc.Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus • Plumbline Services, Inc.Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus • Plumbline Services, Inc.

Primrose Schools of Castle Rock and Lone Tree • FirstBank Primrose Schools of Castle Rock and Lone Tree • FirstBank Primrose Schools of Castle Rock and Lone Tree • FirstBank Primrose Schools of Castle Rock and Lone Tree • FirstBank ---- Douglas County Douglas County Douglas County Douglas County

The Lowry Allstate Insurance Agency • Local Allstate agents The Lowry Allstate Insurance Agency • Local Allstate agents The Lowry Allstate Insurance Agency • Local Allstate agents The Lowry Allstate Insurance Agency • Local Allstate agents ---- Dow, Ellis, Lopez, and MacDonald Dow, Ellis, Lopez, and MacDonald Dow, Ellis, Lopez, and MacDonald Dow, Ellis, Lopez, and MacDonald

Castle Home Care • Michael’s Auto BodyCastle Home Care • Michael’s Auto BodyCastle Home Care • Michael’s Auto BodyCastle Home Care • Michael’s Auto Body

Candle Sponsors Candle Sponsors Candle Sponsors Candle Sponsors ~ ~ ~ ~ Sky Ridge Medical Center Sky Ridge Medical Center Sky Ridge Medical Center Sky Ridge Medical Center • Plumbline Services Plumbline Services Plumbline Services Plumbline Services • Primrose Schools Primrose Schools Primrose Schools Primrose Schools

FirstBank FirstBank FirstBank FirstBank ---- Douglas County Douglas County Douglas County Douglas County • The Lowry Allstate Insurance Agency The Lowry Allstate Insurance Agency The Lowry Allstate Insurance Agency The Lowry Allstate Insurance Agency

Allstate Corporate Offices Allstate Corporate Offices Allstate Corporate Offices Allstate Corporate Offices • Sunset Stone Sunset Stone Sunset Stone Sunset Stone • Douglas Lumber & Building SupplyDouglas Lumber & Building SupplyDouglas Lumber & Building SupplyDouglas Lumber & Building Supply

Hot Chocolate Sponsors Hot Chocolate Sponsors Hot Chocolate Sponsors Hot Chocolate Sponsors ~ ~ ~ ~ Wells Fargo Bank Wells Fargo Bank Wells Fargo Bank Wells Fargo Bank • Patriot Enterprises, Inc. Patriot Enterprises, Inc. Patriot Enterprises, Inc. Patriot Enterprises, Inc. • gopixel design studios gopixel design studios gopixel design studios gopixel design studios

Air Academy Federal Credit Union Air Academy Federal Credit Union Air Academy Federal Credit Union Air Academy Federal Credit Union

Carriage Ride Sponsors Carriage Ride Sponsors Carriage Ride Sponsors Carriage Ride Sponsors ~ ~ ~ ~ gopixel design studios, inc. gopixel design studios, inc. gopixel design studios, inc. gopixel design studios, inc. • Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C. Folkestad, Fazekas, Barrick & Patoile, P.C.

Primrose Schools of Castle Rock and Lone TreePrimrose Schools of Castle Rock and Lone TreePrimrose Schools of Castle Rock and Lone TreePrimrose Schools of Castle Rock and Lone Tree

Media Sponsors Media Sponsors Media Sponsors Media Sponsors ~ ~ ~ ~ Community Media of Colorado • Impressions of Colorado magazineCommunity Media of Colorado • Impressions of Colorado magazineCommunity Media of Colorado • Impressions of Colorado magazineCommunity Media of Colorado • Impressions of Colorado magazine

Douglas County Living • Area Newsletters • Cindy Welch Design Douglas County Living • Area Newsletters • Cindy Welch Design Douglas County Living • Area Newsletters • Cindy Welch Design Douglas County Living • Area Newsletters • Cindy Welch Design

Light Up the Season!

Starlighting 2011

Best of Show - Castle Country Assisted Living

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Free to Networking members and above, $10 for Community Connection members $20 for non-members. Breakfasts are held Thursday mornings 7:30 to 9:00 a.m. unless indicated.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

January 16

Speed Raceway February 16

Imagine Center For the Visual & Performing Arts

March 17 Folkestad, Fazekas,

Barrick & Patoile, P.C., Castle Rock EDC, White Construction Group

McKilip & DiCiesare, CPAs April 8

Showcase After Hours May 18

Castle Rock Development Company The Grange in The

Meadows

June 15

Sky Ridge Medical Center July 13

Crystal Valley Ranch August 17

Patriot Enterprises September 14

gopixel design studios, inc. at the Chamber

October 19 Cherokee Ranch & Castle Flying Horse Catering

November 16 Wells Fargo Bank

December 7 Tana Dolce

Business Over Business Over Business Over Business Over

Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast Breakfast

One pass for Networking level, free for Ascent level and above $10 for Community Connection

All events are 5-7:00 p.m. GUESTS MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS

THANK YOU...

January 13 Primrose School - Castle Rock

April 14 FirstBank - Douglas County

May 13 Vi llage Inn

June 30 H&M Transmission & Automotive H&M Collision & Auto Body

July 28 Woodlands Academy

August 25 Castle Rock Adventist Health Campus

September 1 Wholistic Healing Center of Castle Rock

October 13 JM Kitchen & Bath

Location: 310 N. WilcoxLocation: 310 N. WilcoxLocation: 310 N. WilcoxLocation: 310 N. Wilcox

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS DECEMBER 7, 2011

5:00—7:00 PM

One pass for Networking level, free for Ascent level and above $10 for Community Connection

GUESTS MUST HAVE ADMITTANCE PASS

to the Wells Fargo Bank

team for a great November Business After Hours at 445 S. Perry Street.

Thank you to Kate Blair (second from left) and Jeff

Hamblin (center) for their sponsorship.


December Chamber Calendar

Thursday 1st

Castle Rock Stars Membership Meeting (Chamber) @ 8:00 am Friday 2nd

Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am Ambassadors Retreat (Sapphire Point Club House) @ 10:00 am

Tuesday 6th Free Business Consultation (Chamber) GIC Government Issues Committee (Chamber) @ 7:30 am

Healthy Living Expo Meeting (Chamber) @ 9:30 am Wednesday 7th

Leadership Douglas County (Lone Tree) @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Leads Referral (El Parral) @ 11:30 am

VIP Luncheon (The Grange) 11:30 – 1:00 pm Business After Hours (Tana Dolce) @ 5:00 – 7:00 pm

Thursday 8th Webster University – New Student Orientation (Chamber) @ 6:00 – 7:00 pm

Tuesday 13th Free Business Consultation (Chamber)

The Breakfast Club Leads (Village Inn) @ 7:30 am Leads Plus (The Fowl Line) @ 11:30 am Business Boot Camp (Chamber) @ 5:00 pm

Wednesday 14th Free Business Consultation (Chamber)

Leadership Steering (Chamber) 7:30 - 9:00 am Thursday 15th

Castle Rock Stars Lunch (Black-eyed Pea) @11:30 am Chamber Office Closed @ 3:00 pm

Friday 16th Castle Rock Economic Partners (EDC) @ 8:00 am

Tuesday 20th Free Business Consultation (Chamber)

Wednesday 21st Free Business Consultation (Chamber) Community Leadership (Chamber) @ 11:30 am

Leads Referral (El Parral) @ 11:30 am Monday 26th

Chamber Office Closed Tuesday 27th

Free Business Consultation (Chamber)

PRESIDENT’S LEVEL CASTLE ROCK BANK

COMMUNITY MEDIA OF COLORADO 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

BLACK-EYED PEA BONAVENTURE - CASTLE ROCK BUBBLES LIQUOR WORLD

CASTLE HOME CARE COWEST INSURANCE GROUP FOLKESTAD, FAZEKAS, BARRICK & PATOILE, P.C.

GOPIXEL DESIGN STUDIOS, INC. KAISER PERMANENTE KEY BANK

LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE MICHAEL’S AUTO BODY AND GLASS PLUMBLINE SERVICES, INC.

WEBSTER UNIVERSITY

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THE PEPSI BOTTLING COMPANY

3801 BRIGHTON BOULEVARD DENVER 80216

PARK STREET/JERRY STREET STORAGE

1500 N. PARK STREET CASTLE ROCK

303.688.2242

Carpet Connection

Rick Cheever (720) 421-5193 Castle Rock, CO

carpet-connect.com Carpet, Flooring

Castle Rock Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery Tricia Winfree (303) 663-7890

718 Maleta Ln. Suite 201 Castle Rock, CO 80108 castlerockoms.com

Dentists - Oral & Maxillofac ial Surgeons Children's Hair Studio

Isaac Turja (720) 733-2887 218 Wilcox St.

Castle Rock, CO 80104 chscastlerock.com Salons - Children

Essence Health & Fitness Laura Hancock

(303) 350-8389 1057 A Park St. Castle Rock, CO 80109

castlerockfitness.com Fitness Studio, Personal Training

Estate Sale, The Larry Blanc (303) 688-1207

807 Wilcox St. Suite B Castle Rock, CO 80104 Consignment Store

NavPoint Real Estate Group Matt Call

(720) 420-7530 734 N. Wilcox Suite 207 Castle Rock, CO 80104

navpointre.com Real Estate - Commercial, Real Estate - Comm'l & Investment

Struna Plumbing & Heating, Inc.

Louie Struna (303) 660-1124 Castle Rock, CO

strunaplumbing.com Plumbing - Contractors, Plumbing & Heating

UPS Store - Front Street , The

Todd Hunter (303) 688-5999 4833 S. Front St. Unit B

Castle Rock, CO 80104 theupsstore.com/4337.htm Packaging Service


Business Number of YearsBusiness Number of YearsBusiness Number of YearsBusiness Number of Years

FirstBank of Douglas County 44 Years

D & L Constructors, Inc. 37 Years

Steele Tires, Inc. 35 Years

Black Hills Energy 25 Years

Acme Brick 25 Years

Arapahoe/Douglas Mental Health Network 25 Years

Double D Auto Repair, Inc. 25 Years

Party Time Rental, Inc. 18 Years

Wells Fargo Bank 15 Years

Douglas County Government 14 Years

NAPA Auto Parts 14 Years

Seeley, Darold 14 Years

Theatre of Dreams Arts and Event Center 9 Years

Black-eyed Pea 7 Years

State Farm Insurance - David Topolnicki 7 Years

Allstate - Ellis Insurance Agency 6 Years

Alexandra Entertainment Connection 4 Years

Barnes Plumbing and Heating, Inc 3 Years

Castle Rock Phone Company 3 Years

E Company, Inc. Property Tax Reduction Services, The 3 Years

Red Stag Productions 3 Years

Business Communication Support, LLC 2 Years

Castle Springs Land Co., LLC 2 Years

Candis Kloverstrom 1 Year

Diversity, LLC. 1 Year

For Rent By Owner, Inc. 1 Year

Healthier Side Of Life, The 1 Year

Innovative Pain Medicine Center of Colorado 1 Year

RHG Products Co. 1 Year

Susan O'Malley 1 Year

ANNIVERSARIES Celebrate ChamberCelebrate ChamberCelebrate ChamberCelebrate Chamber

Thanks to the Douglas County Parks department, the Plaza

for the Douglas County Veterans Monument was finished by Veterans Day 2011 and will be ready to receive the 14’ bronze statue by Veterans Day 2012.

Though we are making great headway in fund raising by reaching more than $35,000 toward our goal of $120,000, the Douglas County

Veterans Monument Foundation (DCVMF) needs the help of our citi-zens to bring to reality this tribute for military men and women who have passed, veterans living, and those currently serving our country.

Monetary gifts for specific items for the monument, e.g., f lag poles, flags, branch of service seals, etc. are possible as well. All gifts are

tax deductible as the DCVMF is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization.

Visit dcvmf.org for more details

Give to Those Who Gave to US!


Promoting Our Members MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

Patriot Award Certif icate of Appreciation Presented to Patriot Award Certif icate of Appreciation Presented to Patriot Award Certif icate of Appreciation Presented to Patriot Award Certif icate of Appreciation Presented to

Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C .Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C .Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C .Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C . On October 13, 2011, several representatives from the Em-

ployers Support of the Guard and Reserve (“ESGR”) presented the law firm of Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile, P.C. with Patriot Award Certif icates of Appreciation. The awards were

accepted by the directors in the law firm: Jim Folkestad, Ernie Fazekas and Mark Patoile.

ESGR awards this prestigious national honor on behalf of the Department of Defense. According to Major General (Retired) Don Marrow, “The Patriot Award was created by ESGR to

publicly recognize employers who provide outstanding patriotic support and cooperation to their employees who have answered the nation’s call to serve.” Established in 1972,

the ESGR promotes cooperation and understanding between reserve component members and their civilian employers and assists in the resolution of conflicts arising from employee’s

military commitment. More than 1.3 million members of the National Guard and Reserve are currently serving their country and state on the war on terror, homeland defense missions

and humanitarian relief efforts. There are currently about 15,000 members of the Reserve component in Colorado. These reserve members represent over 50% of the total U.S.

military. The law firm was nominated by its managing director, Aaron

Barrick (second from right). Colonel Barrick is the State Judge Advocate for Colorado and the Senior Legal Advisor and

General Counsel to

the Adjutant General for Colorado. In this capacity, he oversees

all legal personnel in the state militia and is responsible for all

matters of state and federal law impact-ing the National

Guard and its more than 4,500 military members and their

families.

Colonel Barrick has served more than 20 years in the active

duty Air Force and the Colorado National Guard and enjoys the cooperation, respect and accommodations of his employer when called to assist with military contingencies.

“Being recognized for the Patriot Award is a great honor”, said Ernie Fazekas. “I am very grateful for our military men and

women and am proud that we can support Aaron and the Colo-rado National Guard in their call to duty.” Folkestad Fazekas Barrick & Patoile is a regional full-service

law firm strategically located between Denver and Colorado Springs, in Castle Rock, Colorado. Founded in 1972, it is one of the most established and largest law firms in Douglas

County and the surrounding region. The firm and its attorneys hold the highest rating of AV-Preeminent Lawyer by the attor-ney rating system of Martindale Hubbell. To learn more about

the law firm and the Patriot Award, please refer to the firm’s website at www.ffcolorado.com.

Bonaventure Senior Living To Bonaventure Senior Living To Bonaventure Senior Living To Bonaventure Senior Living To

Open in Castle Rock!Open in Castle Rock!Open in Castle Rock!Open in Castle Rock! A Groundbreaking Ceremony

was held Thursday, October 27, at the site for the new Bonaven-ture Senior Living

Facility, located at 1855 Low Meadow Blvd., Castle Rock. Scheduled to open in the Fall of

2012, the community will in-clude independent retirement communities, assisted living

and memory care facilities. Following the groundbreaking, a ceremony and reception was held at The New Hope Pres-

byterian Church, where Bonaventure princ ipals were on hand to answer questions, display layout plans, and dis-cuss the range of services Bonavenure offers. For more

information, call Shelley Savoie at (303)681-3752. Douglas/Elbert Task Force Encourages You to AdoptDouglas/Elbert Task Force Encourages You to AdoptDouglas/Elbert Task Force Encourages You to AdoptDouglas/Elbert Task Force Encourages You to Adopt ----AAAA----Family Family Family Family

for the Holidaysfor the Holidaysfor the Holidaysfor the Holidays Christmas morning can be especially sad for children when

parents are unable to buy them a gift. The Douglas/Elbert Task Force “Santa’s Sharing” program helps by organizing sponsors for families in Douglas and Elbert counties. Individuals, businesses

and groups willing to share the joy of the holidays are urged to “adopt” a local family going through difficult times. These families are a part of our community, our neighbors and friends so we hope

you will help us help them. Last year 186 families were adopted, the need is even greater

this year. There are several sponsor opportunities. For informa-tion and an application to sponsor a family, go to http://www.detaskforce.org/santassharing.htm or call the Task Force

at 303-688-1114. The Douglas/Elbert Task Force is a non-profit organization that

supports local families in crisis by providing emergency assistance to those in need with rent, utilities, food, clothing and household items.

St. Jude’s Dream Home Fundraiser Sells OutSt. Jude’s Dream Home Fundraiser Sells OutSt. Jude’s Dream Home Fundraiser Sells OutSt. Jude’s Dream Home Fundraiser Sells Out Kudos to the Community for Success in First Year Campaign

It is official, thanks to local support throughout the whole campaign from such entities as Castle Rock Development

Company, the Town of Castle Rock and Castle Rock Chamber, the St. Jude campaign to raise money for its research hospital sold out of tickets, raising $1.1 million for the kids of St. Jude!

This is truly an amazing feat considering this is the first year for the campaign in this area.

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is internationally recognized for its pioneering research and treatment of children with cancer and other life-threatening diseases. It is the only comprehensive

cancer center devoted solely to children, and no family ever pays St. Jude for care. For more information, go to stjude.org and follow St. Jude on facebook.com/stjude and twitter.com/stjude.

(continued on page 17)

Chamber Chair, Linda Watson, Sky Ridge Medical Center and Castle Rock Mayor, Paul Donahue, joi n Bonaventure executives at the groundbreaking in October.

Pictured from left, Ernie Fazekas, Jim Folkestad, Aaron Barrick and Marc Patoile.


In the News TOWN & COUNTY

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Feedback from the CommunityThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Feedback from the CommunityThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Feedback from the CommunityThe Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Seeks Feedback from the Community The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office continues to search for more and better ways to provide law enforcement services to the resi-

dents of Douglas County. To do so, they need feedback from the community on such topics as how residents view the overall per-formance of the sheriff ’s office; citizens perceptions of the attitudes and behavior as well as the competence of deputies; and your feelings of safety and security in the community. The sheriff’s office has developed an on-line survey that will help them deter-

mine the community’s perception of their performance. The survey also provides an opportunity for citizens to make commenda-tions and suggestions for improving law enforcement in unincorporated Douglas County. Please take a few minutes and com-plete the short survey that can be accessed at http://www.zoomerang.com/Survey/WEB22DU4XTL2NZ

Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Announces 2012 Safety Volunteer Program Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Announces 2012 Safety Volunteer Program Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Announces 2012 Safety Volunteer Program Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Announces 2012 Safety Volunteer Program

The Douglas County Sheriff’s Office is pleased to announce the dates for the 7th Community Safety Volunteer Academy March 13 – May 17, 2012. The CSV Academy will be held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6pm-10pm and four Saturdays from 8am-5pm.

The training consists of over 100 hours of field and classroom instruction and graduates contribute a minimum of 16 hours of volunteer time each month. Graduation is set for May 17, 2012.

The Community Safety Volunteer Program began in April, 2006 and has since graduated 35 Douglas County

citizens who are involved in supporting the work of law enforcement profession-als in the Douglas County Sheriff ’s Office.

A CSV since 2007, Bill Wilson states “It provides me and others a real opportu-nity to give back to our community and

hopefully contribute to providing a safe environment for the families of Douglas County.”

The Community Safety Volunteer program is community policing in its

most basic form – a structured way for citizens to participate in helping provide for the safety and security of

their own community. CSVs support the major activities of the Douglas County Sheriff ’s Office – Patrol, Investigations,

Detentions, Civil, and Community Resources – activities where their unique expertise and or life experience are of benefit.

CSV Larry Walters, graduate of the 2010 CSV Academy, says, “The camaraderie enjoyed among the group of people from widely varying backgrounds is fun. The quality and attitude of its members, the good leadership and the appreciation shown by the

Sheriff 's Office are some of the reasons I enjoy being a CSV. This is a most satisfying way to serve the citizens of Douglas County.” If you are interested in becoming a part of this outstanding group of individuals and contributing your time and your unique life

experience and expertise in support of law enforcement in Douglas County, visit the DCSO website at dcsheriff.net and click on the Community Safety Volunteer link for personal requirements and additional information. Interested individuals should submit a completed application as soon as possible since the background investigation may take 2-3 months to complete.

If you have questions or require further information, please contact CSV Coordinator Walt Wohlgemuth at 303-814-7063 opt. 1 or send an e-mail to [email protected] .

2012 Community Safety Volunteer Academy


The Ambassador Program is sponsored

this month by:

The First United Methodist ChurchThe First United Methodist ChurchThe First United Methodist ChurchThe First United Methodist Church

Rev. Rob White 1200 South St. 303.688.3047

Churches

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Renee Magee 1335 Park St. 303.814.1501

Screen Printing

AAAAMBASSADORSMBASSADORSMBASSADORSMBASSADORS PAGEPAGEPAGEPAGE AMBASSADOR OF THE MONTH

Heather BrowningHeather BrowningHeather BrowningHeather Browning

Colonial Benefit GroupColonial Benefit GroupColonial Benefit GroupColonial Benefit Group

Heather Browning happened onto Castle Rock during a family

vacation in 2007 from California, decided to set roots here in Colorado. Castle Rock is the perfect family place. It is community based, with an old fashioned feel of civic respon-

sibility, neighborhood involvement, with outstanding schools, and those are just a few of the reasons that Heather decided to make Castle Rock her home.

Heather joined the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce and has contributed greatly in a very short time with anniversary

calls, Business After Hours, grand openings and ribbon cuttings, the Colorado Art Fest and the new business expo in February 2012.

Her business, Colonial Benefit Group, was founded in 2000 in California and continues to thrive and become an experi-

enced, creative, independent insurance brokerage, and benefit consulting firm. Its services include all aspects of business insurance with added expertise in human resources.

They provide their clients with a steadfast commitment to proactive communication and excellent customer service. Now, living in Colorado, it is the perfect spot to open another

agency. Heather is excited to partner with the Castle Rock Chamber

of Commerce. “Our goal is to work to further its mission, support local business, and promote a high quality of life in the community.”

Heather is the very proud mother of two children, Josh 10, and Kaylee 5, whose activities keep her busy indeed. She

has a Bachelor’s Degree from California State University in Business Management and Marketing, and is licensed in several states. She has a background teaching dance,

aerobics, and is a certif ied spinning instructor. Heather has been a tireless worker for the Susan B. Komen Breast Cancer Association and Santa Claus, Inc., a charitable association

who provide clothes and toys for needy families at Christmas. Heather is proud to be an Ambassador for the Chamber of

Commerce and looks forward to participating in activities which build business relationships and that further create the wonderful neighborhood communities in Castle Rock.


Chamber Ambassador PageChamber Ambassador PageChamber Ambassador PageChamber Ambassador Page

Arapahoe Community CollegeArapahoe Community CollegeArapahoe Community CollegeArapahoe Community College----Castle Rock CampusCastle Rock CampusCastle Rock CampusCastle Rock Campus

Jill Garber

4700 Castleton Way

303.734.4822

Colleges, Facility Rental

The Ambassador Program is sponsored

this month by:

Douglas County Veterans Monument FoundationDouglas County Veterans Monument FoundationDouglas County Veterans Monument FoundationDouglas County Veterans Monument Foundation

Todd DeVoe

4400 Castleton Ct.

303.704.2797

Fundraising


Few things are more critical to business success than an

effective, systematized sales process. The second session of the Chamber’s 2011-2012 Business Boot Camp, held on the evening of November 8, was devoted to sales and marketing.

Instructor Mike Tafoya, CEO Coach at Estrada Strategies-DTC,

walked the class through the differences between marketing, advertising

and branding. While the terms often are used interchangeably, in reality each is a unique, critical task in support of the sales process. With those elements in place, the sales process itself is a continuous loop, with defined steps and techniques that turn prospects into clients.

At the close of the session, participants identified two principal

takeaways: 1) business owners could not afford to skip steps in the sales process and 2) sales and marketing activities should not be undertaken randomly but must be integrated into a system.

This is the first in a series of Business Boot Camp training highlights by Brian Leugs, President of Business Communications Support,

Boot Camp Mentor and Castl e Rock Chamber Member.

Keep abreas t of training information being imparted each month by Boot Camp ins tructor, Mike Tafoya, of Estrada Strategies .

This is a Castl e Rock Chamber-sponsored program for local businesses.

If you have an i nteres t in r eceiving more information about

Business Boot Camp, contact Pam Ridler at 303-688-4597 or

email pam@cas tlerock.org or visit CastleRockEG.org

Congratulations! Business of the MonthBusiness of the MonthBusiness of the MonthBusiness of the Month


Castle Rock Chamber Board of Directors

invites you...

A Night At Gabriel’sA Night At Gabriel’sA Night At Gabriel’sA Night At Gabriel’s

Wednesday Evening, January 25, 2012 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

$45 for Chamber members $55 for non members

Cash Bar

Enjoy an evening of dining elegance with Chamber

friends at the five-star restaurant, Gabriel’s Sedalia, Colorado

GabrielsDenver.com

RSVP to the Castle Rock Chamber...

with payment byWednesday, January 18 Make checks payable to

Castle Rock Chamber 420 Jerry Street

Castle Rock, Colorado 80104

Credit card payments, call 303-688-4597 CastleRock.org

Seating is LimitedSeating is LimitedSeating is LimitedSeating is Limited

Sponsored by: Patriot Enterprises, Inc.

Castle Rock Bank Intermountain Rural Electric Association

Sky Ridge Medical Center


Front Range Theatre Company Front Range Theatre Company Front Range Theatre Company Front Range Theatre Company

presents:presents:presents:presents: The Miracle on 34th Street

Join six-year-old Susan and her family as they discover the Christmas Spirit in this

classic holiday production, and Last Stop Till Christmas-- a short

one act play that proves Christmas wishes do come true!

A holiday double feature for the entire family!

Dates: December 16 at 7:00pm December 17 at 3:00 and 7:00pm

December 18 at 3:00 and 7:00pm Location:

The Grange in The Meadows For more information or to purchase tickets, visit

frontrangetheatre.org or call 1.866.879.7373

Outback Steakhouse Offers Gift Card Special Outback Steakhouse Offers Gift Card Special Outback Steakhouse Offers Gift Card Special Outback Steakhouse Offers Gift Card Special

to Chamber Membersto Chamber Membersto Chamber Membersto Chamber Members The Castle Rock Outback Steakhouse

would like to thank the Castle Rock Chamber of Commerce and its’ members for their continued support and patronage.

This Holiday season, consider using the Castle Rock Outback Steakhouse for

your holiday luncheons. We’ll provide you an experience tailored to fit your needs.

For scheduling or questions, please contact Judy Schmidt at 303-814-0099.

And don’t forget to get your Gift Cards! Our gift

cards are valid at over 800 locations nation-wide, and for every

$100 worth of gift cards purchased, you receive a $20 bonus card with

our compliments!

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Promoting Our Members MEMBERS IN THE NEWS

DCBA invites you to the Pre-Session Legislative Kick-off with the

Douglas County Delegation

Hosted by Sky Ridge Medical Center

When: January 4, 2012

Time: 7:30-9:30 am

Where: Sky Ridge Medical Center, Lone Tree

Admission: Free of charge—a continental breakfast will be served

The Douglas County Business Alliance is a partnership between Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, The Douglas County Business Alliance is a partnership between Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, The Douglas County Business Alliance is a partnership between Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch, The Douglas County Business Alliance is a partnership between Castle Rock, Castle Pines, Highlands Ranch,

Lone Tree and Parker Chamber of Commerce’s and Castle Rock EDC and Southeast Business Partnership.Lone Tree and Parker Chamber of Commerce’s and Castle Rock EDC and Southeast Business Partnership.Lone Tree and Parker Chamber of Commerce’s and Castle Rock EDC and Southeast Business Partnership.Lone Tree and Parker Chamber of Commerce’s and Castle Rock EDC and Southeast Business Partnership.

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