Events
Annual Signature Events
The chamber has several premier signature events. Each one provides a unique value to chamber investors and the West County business community at large.
Fall Golf Classic
Monday, October 2, 2023
Join us on Monday, Oct. 2, 2023 at Aberdeen Golf Club for a great day of networking, amazing food, golfing and camaraderie.
Witches of West County
Saturday, October 21, 2023
Grab your ghoul friends for an evening packed with dancing, shopping, dining, drinking, and cackling! Warlocks are welcome this year!
Casino Night
Saturday, February 17, 2024
Don’t wait to get your tickets. This event will SELL OUT FAST!
Check back for more information later in 2023.
West County Senior Lifestyle Expo
Tuesday, June 11, 2024
Meet businesses in West County with services that will help you live your life on your terms. It’s your one-stop-shop for living a vibrant life.
Recurring Events
The chamber also has a number of recurring monthly events.
First Friday Coffee
What a great way to start your morning. Join us the first Friday of every month for coffee, juice, fantastic networking and great breakfast. One of our most popular and talked about events
Hosting a First Friday Coffee is a wonderful way to bring Chamber members into your place of business and showcase what you do. As host of the coffee you will be able to talk about your business and give tours of your building.
Interested? We fill our year up fast, but let us know you’re interested by contacting us at 636-230-9900 or emailing us at info@westcountychamber.com to sign up.
What the Chamber does:
- Sends out email reminders to Chamber membership, Ambassadors and Board Members to notify them of the Friday Coffee and takes reservations for the event
- Promotes the event in the Chamber Calendar available to all our Chamber members and the public
- Provides name tags and sign in sheet
- Attends the coffee and takes photos of the event
- Posts the photos on the Chamber Facebook page
What the Member Business does:
- Co-ordinates the month of the First Friday Coffee with the Chamber
- Provide table in the front for check-in and name badges
- Provide coffee (reg and decaf), juice and breakfast for all reserved guests. Your plan can be as simple or elaborate as you like, whatever fits your budget
- Adequate networking space and parking for up to 50 people
- Door Prizes (optional)
Visit our calendar for more information and to register.
General Membership Meeting Luncheon
Our General Membership Meetings are held at Epic Empowerment on the fourth THURSDAY of each month – see dates on our calendar (with the exception: November on the third Thursday and December will be the Third Wednesday because of the holidays.)
Open Networking is from 11:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. – All guests and new members are accompanied by one of our friendly ambassadors to introduce you and connect you with others in the room. We pride ourselves with being extremely welcoming, inviting and NOT cliquish! 12:00 p.m. to 1:00 p.m. is the program/speaker and another great opportunity to network and enjoy your lunch.
Each month we have a great speaker/program; check out our calendar to see what we have going on. You are welcomed to attend!
Call the Chamber today at 636.230.9900 to reserve your spot at our next General Membership Meeting.
Visit our calendar for more information and to register.
Government Affairs & Transportation Forum
GATF Mission: Monitors local, state and federal issues that may impact the business community and our cities. Develop and take appropriate positions on key issues that affect the Chamber’s membership and communities. The Government Affairs and Transportation Forums meets quarterly around the West County region. It brings valuable and positive updates from our 8 cities, 4 police departments, 3 school districts, 2 fire districts, 1 college, MoDot, and State Representatives to educate our members & keeps the West County Chamber informed within the community and beyond.
Visit our calendar for more information and to register.
Ribbon Cuttings
Ribbon Cuttings/Grand Openings are a great way to celebrate your business and create public awareness about your business. A ribbon cutting ceremony is also an opportunity to thank co-workers, friends, suppliers and other entities that have helped the company reach this point. A well organized event can permit senior managers to mingle and celebrate, rather than worry about details and snags.
What the Chamber does:
- Sends out email reminders to Chamber membership, Ambassadors and Board Members to notify them of your Ribbon Cutting
- Promotes the event in the Chamber Calendar available to all our Chamber members and the public
- Provides giant scissors and ribbon to cut
- Attends the Ribbon Cutting and takes photos of the event
- Posts the photos on the Chamber Facebook page
What the Member Business does:
- Coordinates date and time of the Ribbon Cutting with the Chamber. To avoid date and time conflicts, it’s best to set a date well in advance, four weeks is optimal.
- We encourage you to schedule your Ribbon Cutting at 11:30am on Thursdays or 4:30pm during the week for best attendance, but we will always be open to what is convenient to you.
- Hors d’oeuvres and beverages are usually served but it is your decision. Your plan can be as simple or elaborate as you like, whatever fits your budget.
To set up your ribbon cutting ceremony, contact Heather Zerweck at hzerweck@westcountychamber.com or call 636.230.9900.
Visit our calendar for more information and to register.
West County Leads Group
West County Leads is a NEW group designed exclusively for our Chamber Members to connect and grow their business in a smaller group setting. These leads group will allows members to get to know each other’s businesses more thoroughly. Members of these groups can then feel confident passing along referrals of their fellow group members to clients, friends, and family. Lead groups are open to all members of the West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce for free; however only one industry may be represented per group.
If you are interested in learning more about our West County Leads Groups or would like to join a group, contact the Chamber today at 636-230-9900 or lkelling@westcountychamber.com.
Visit our calendar for more information and to register.
What Our Members Say About Us
"The West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce truly lives up to the community model of business. We share a belief that we are all in this together to build up our community and help businesses flourish so they can provide great jobs...The opportunities to get involved are endless. At the West County Chamber, members like each other. Come join us!"
Bruce Sheridan, Organizational Compass Inc.
"The West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce is a great place to meet others! The goal of the Chamber is to help members promote their business and contribute to the community in a fun and friendly atmosphere!"
John Hoover, U.S. Bank Home Mortgage
"This is a great Chamber for making business connections and getting involved with the local communities. I have met many friends through my involvement with the West County Chamber of Commerce."
Robin Monks, Cetera Investors
"Joining the Chamber has helped advanced our business during good times and bad. Glad we made the commitment to join over ten years ago. There is no better place to develop your business than the West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce!!!"
Sandy Chestnas, Owner SERVPRO of Fenton/South Ballwin
"The Chamber and member businesses are a critical part of Ellisville’s success. An investment in The Chamber strengthens our entire region and is simply good business."
Mayor Mike Roemerman, City of Ellisville
"The West County Chamber of Commerce continually provides the Parkway School District with business and community connections that ultimately benefit our students and educators. They willingly share information about the school district with the larger community. Information from the West St. Louis Chamber assists Parkway in our future planning. We very much appreciate our partnership."
Keith Marty, Superintendent Parkway School District
"This is the most amazing chamber I have ever seen! Lori Kelling and Heather Zerweck are the dynamic duo 🙂 They bring so much energy and a truly amazing culture to the West County Chamber of Commerce. The connections I created have made such a positive impact on my business!!"
Jay Grosman, Owner/Founder iAutoAgent
"The West St. Louis County Chamber of Commerce has helped me grow my business for the past four years. Through their various networking meetings and events I've made business connections and friendships I otherwise wouldn't have. Their website and Facebook page are also a great resources for keeping up with local information and events."
Courtney Ruder, Ruder Realty