The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries is pleased to announce that the 26th Annual Golf Tournament presented by Country Financial will be held at The Falls Golf Course in O’Fallon, MO. This annual event is open to the public. Everyone is encouraged to participate, from first-time golfers to weekend warriors; this is an opportunity to enjoy eighteen holes of golf and all of the extra tournament fun at a great price.
 
Date: Monday, September 10, 2018
Time: 8:30 am – Registration
          10:00 am – Shotgun Start
Location: The Falls Golf Club, 1170 Turtle Creek, O'Fallon, MO 63366
Cost: $125 per person or $500 for a foursome 
           
All golfers will receive an attendance gift, 18 holes of spectacular golf with cart and drinks on the course, lunch sponsored by Countryside Flooring America, and an awards steak dinner sponsored and catered by by The Brass Rail Steakhouse.
 
On course activities planned include the ever popular Cooler of Fun from Delmar Gardens & Garden Villas of O’Fallon plus many more activities. The planning committee works to ensure that all participants have fun with on the course games like “Closest to the Keg” “Stopwatch” and “Hole in One”. Cash prizes will be awarded to the top teams in A & B Flights. There will also be prizes awarded for Men's & Ladies: longest drive and closest to the pin.
 
Don’t miss this opportunity to play an amazing course. Call the Chamber office at 636-240-1818 or go online to www.OFallonChamber.org/Golf to register.
 
A big thank you to the 2018 sponsors: Country Financial, The Brass Rail Steakhouse, Counrtyside Flooring America, Extreme Electrical, CATCO, Edward Jones – Bob Engert, Marshall Ford, Component Bar Products, City of O’Fallon, Schaefer Auto Body, and FTL Finance.
 
Golf Tournament proceeds to benefit the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries: The O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries is committed to promoting the economic vitality of O’Fallon and the St. Charles County Region by engaging its members in networking and educational opportunities while advocating for pro-business public policy.

O’Fallon, MO - The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and Industries recently unveiled Grow O'Fallon, Missouri, which is its primary marketing program for talent retention and attraction.

The program includes a digital magazine, print magazine and significant exposure on Livability.com, a national website with information about more than 15,000 of America’s best places to live and visit. All of the high-quality, easy-to-share content promotes the community’s favorable business climate and enviable quality of place. Targeted print and global digital distribution aims to reach out-of-market talent to attract them to our career opportunities and quality-of-life amenities, as well as to retain talented local individuals.

The program includes many tools for business people and residents to learn about and share with others the many success stories of the community:

• Go to https://livability.com/mo/ofallon
• Click through and share articles to read about business success stories, school programs, must-dos around the community and more. Each article includes share tools for quick posts to social media.
• To read and share the digital version of the magazine , click on the magazine cover image. You can flip through online or download the book in .pdf format. You can also use share tools to quickly send a link by email or post to social media.
• To get a print magazine, contact the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce and Industries.

Livability Media publishes Grow O'Fallon, Missouri , which has support from and targeted distribution
through the O'Fallon Chamber of Commerce and Industries .

Position Opening
PRESIDENT & CEO
 
The O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries, the 2017 ACCE Category 1 Chamber of the Year, is currently accepting resumes for its next President & CEO.
 
EXPERIENCE: Interested parties should have at least 5 years’ experience in Senior Management, with preference to those with experience in Chamber Senior Management. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
 
TO APPLY: Please submit your resume and cover letter, including current salary, to ExecutiveSearch@OFallonChamber.org or by mail to OCCI Executive Search, 4101-C Mexico Road, St. Peters, MO 63376 before August 15, 2018.
 
POSITION: President/CEO

REPORTS TO: Chamber Chair of the Board, Executive Committee & Board of Directors
 
NATURE OF POSITION: Full-time. Exempt from overtime pay.
 
SUMMARY: The President & CEO is the chief executive officer and administrative officer for the Chamber. He/she is expected to provide visionary leadership for the O’Fallon Chamber of Commerce & Industries and is responsible to the Board of Directors for the full range of activities needed to ensure the Chamber’s success in meeting its objectives in business and community development, external relations, membership and member services, communications, workforce development programs, government affairs and special programs. He/she is responsible for strategic planning, interpretation of policy, organization structure, budget and finances, volunteer development and membership growth, the employment, development and supervision of staff and the maintenance of the Chamber’s headquarters.
 
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES: The President & CEO is responsible for the following essential functions:

• Strategic & Operational Planning – In conjunction with the Board of Directors, Strategic Planning Committee and staff, develops and implements a strategic, long-range plan to advance the Chamber’s mission and works with the Board on an annual basis to set the appropriate goals to advance that plan. Works with Chamber committees to identify issues and needs and develops plans to address them. Evaluates effectiveness and measures progress towards attainment.
• Board Relations – Builds and maintains strong relationships and communications with the Chair of the Board, Executive Committee and Board of Directors. Provides leadership necessary to garner maximum engagement of Board members. In conjunction with the Board Chair, plans and organizes Executive Committee and Board meetings.
• Community Relations – Builds and maintains strong relationships with community partners in order to promote the mission of the O’Fallon Chamber and its priorities. He/she should also maintain strong relationships with other Chamber professionals in St. Charles County, around Missouri, and nationally in order to learn and provide best practices.
• Policy Development, Implementation & Interpretation – Assists the Board in the development of policy, as needed, and is responsible for the execution of policies adopted by the Board. Responsible for the proper order of business as established in the Chamber’s bylaws.
• Organization Structure & Procedures – Continuously evaluates the Chamber’s organizational structure, policies and procedures to ensure their effectiveness in identifying and addressing Chamber and community needs and issues. Recommends changes in structure, procedures and policies as needed.
• Advocacy & Public Policy – Collaborates with the Board to identify and manage the Chamber’s relationships with and advocacy efforts before local, state and federal government bodies to achieve desired outcomes. Develops and communicates legislative and public affairs positions, as approved by the Board of Directors. Serves as the chief spokesperson on policy matters for the Chamber.
• Membership Relations, Development & Retention – Assists with recruiting and retaining new and existing members of the Chamber and is responsible for maintaining the membership at a level needed to ensure the income needed to support the annual program of action. Provides leadership in membership services to ensure there is a compelling value proposition for current and prospective members. With others, analyzes and interprets the needs of members and recommends revisions to increase membership value, engagement and financial support.
• Program & Services Development – Provides staff and committees with the tools, guidance and resources needed to develop new, creative, value-added programs, benefits and services for the membership. Reviews and evaluates program and benefit proposals to help ensure their effectiveness.
• Budget & Finances – Develops annual budget in conjunction with priorities determined by the Board of Directors. Manages revenues and expenses in accordance with established budget and ensures the preparation of accurate and timely financial statements.
• Staff Administration – Builds and maintains a staff consistent with program needs and financial resources. Is responsible for the employment of all staff members, the assignment of their responsibilities and duties, the supervision of their work and the establishment – within the framework of the approved budget – of the terms of their employment.
• Committee Responsibilities – Provides staff support, including the preparation of agendas, minutes and performance of duties specifically related to the following governing bodies and committees:
• Board of Directors
• Executive Committee
• Nominating Committee
• Finance Committee
• Manufacturing Day Committee
• Public Policy & Lunch and Legislators
• Other committees as assigned
• Other Duties as Assigned – Performs various other assignments as directed by the Board of Directors, Board Chair and other appropriate members that are congruent with the Chamber’s mission and bylaws.

 
POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

• The President & CEO must be a visionary leader and possess strong interpersonal skills, strong verbal and written communication skills, strong technology skills, financial management and analytical abilities, strong interpersonal and management skills and the ability to motivate volunteers and staff.
• 5 or more years’ experience in Senior Management is required with preference to those with experience in Chamber Senior Management. 
• Must possess a valid driver’s license.
• Availability for regular early morning and occasional evening meetings required. Some overnight travel is required.
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.