At a recent Membership Luncheon, Diane Bade and Michele VanTuyl with UniQue Ideas ‘N More presented the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce with a brand new pair of Ribbon Cutting scissors on behalf of Diane, her late husband Harold, and the entire VanTuyl family. Diane mentioned that Harold was truly an advocate of business and the Chamber, thus it is only fitting that these scissors carry his name with them through the dedication placed on the scissors: “Harold Bade Longtime Chamber Member & Friend.”

The Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce is grateful for this gift and will cherish them, along with the memory of Harold Bade who passed away earlier this year. Thank you, Diane, Michele, and family.

The Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce presented 12 local high school seniors with scholarships at the annual Scholarship Luncheon on Wednesday, July 2nd at Andre’s West Banquet Center in Fenton, Missouri.
 
This year’s scholarship recipients include: from Rockwood Summit, Shawn Cole, Allison Gacioch, Mallory Greaves, Megan Jerger, Katie Repko, Emily Van de Riet and Hannah Weber; from Ursuline Academy, Abigail Adams and Morgan Diffley; from Lutheran South High School, Lauren Adler; and from St. Louis University High School, Marcus Ramspott and Joe Reichold.
 
Lauren Adler was awarded the 2014 Ginny Goede Scholarship, in honor of long-time Chamber member Ginny Goede of The Jewelry Connection, for her dedication to helping others as well as her passion for service and giving back to the community.
 
Members of the Fenton Chamber, along with the high school seniors and their families, were in attendance to honor the outstanding successes and accomplishments of these scholars from the 63026 zip code.
 
This event was sponsored by Edward Jones – Sean C. King. Awards were presented by Sean King and Ginny Goede as the honors and achievements of each scholar were announced to attendants. Missouri House Representative Mike Leara then awarded scholars with a special declaration certificate, recognizing their receipt of a Fenton Chamber Scholarship.

Amy is very excited to join the Fenton Area Chamber of Commerce, where she believes her desire for helping others can help the staff and members to be at their best.
In addition to welcoming Amy to the staff, current Communications Coordinator, Kelly O’Daniel, has recently received a new title as Director of Communications. Kelly is involved in all aspects of communications, including the monthly Fenton Focus newsletter, e-mail blasts, website management, press writing and advertising.

After 10 years with the Fenton Chamber, former Assistant Director, Lisa Rackley, has accepted the Executive Director position at the Affton Chamber of Commerce upon the retirement of current Director, Joan Edelson.