O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce Newest Members

Education Committee

Committee Chair - Dr. Nancy Gibson, District 90 Superintendent

The purpose of this committee is to foster a collaborative education effort. Members are superintendents from area public and private schools. Projects have included a high school business scholarship, production of a local schools video, a common school calendar, a restaurant guide contest with the OTHS Marketing class, the Annual Awards Banquet video with the OTHS Audio Visual Department and sponsoring the annual "Ask the Schools" breakfast.

The 2009 annual "Ask the Schools" breakfast, sponsored by the O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce Education Committee, was held October 14. Superintendents and administrators from area schools spoke about new programs at their schools.

Missed the meeting? The hand-outs are available here . . .

Military Affairs Committee

Committee Chair - Ray Holden, RE/MAX Preferred

This committee works to build close ties with active duty and retired military and civilian residents of O'Fallon and Scott Air Force Base. Projects include the Scott AFB Honor Guard Member of Quarter awards program and the Annual Awards Program, the HOST Family program, projects with the OTHS AFJROTC and the annual "Salute to "Scott" picnic.

Member Services Committee

Committee Chair - Jessica Lotz, Family Physicians of O'Fallon

This committee works to promote new and continued membership. It helps members get the most from their membership Projects include the Health Fair, Business Expo, the annual Awards Banquet, and sponsorship opportunities. It also includes the Golf Tournament Committee and the Ambassadors committee.

Golf Tournament Committee

Committee Co-Chairs - Doug Distler, First Bank and Mike Morrill, State Farm Insurance

Plans the Chamber's highly successful annual Golf Tournament.

Ambassadors

Committee Chair - Ed True, City of O'Fallon Alderman

Ambassadors are the face of the Chamber in the community. They welcome new members and attend and assist with events throughout the year.

Economic Development Committee

Committee Chair - Chris Mendola, Christone Enterprises

This committees works toward a healthy economic climate for the community. Projects include the Business Enhancement Awards program.