"Strengthening Community Relationships that
Drive Local Businesses"

The Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce held their Annual Membership Meeting in conjunction with the August Luncheon on August 21st at Waypoint United Methodist Church in Waynesville. The luncheon was sponsored by the Pulaski County Weekly and lunch was catered by Route 66 Taco and Wing Company.

During the meeting Chamber President, Rosalind Pride, Director at the Freewomen's Center, recognized this year's board members; Brett Reith, Pastor at Waypoint United Methodist Church, as Board Vice-President, Marianne Ward with the Waynesville R-VI School District as Board Treasurer, Jake Meizler with The Maries County Bank, C.D. Storie with Storie Family Farms, Tracy O'Quinn with O'Quinn Marketing, Kelly Brownfield with the USO of Missouri, Carrie Williamson with Smith & Turley, Michelle Beckley with Fort Wood Hotels, and Deborah Decker with the Pulaski County Health Center. The Chamber Ambassadors were also recognized for all their hard work.

Rosalind then revealed this year's theme, "Strengthening Community Relationships that Drive Local Businesses."

The following awards were presented at the meeting; The 2024 Rookie of the Year award went to HFL Networking and Consulting. The 2024 Chamber Supporter of the Year award was presented to Delphi Brands/Hermit's Delight. Chantel Higdon was recognized as our Refer and Earn winner, referring two new members to the Chamber. Russ Dixon was recognized with the Ambassador and Goodwill Spirit Award. Cecilia Murray, Executive Director of the Chamber, was also recognized with her 20 years of service pin, in which she will celebrate September 8th.
Lastly, the Chamber recognized our top ten contributors for their support during the 2023-2024 Chamber year. The Top 10 Contributors are determined by sponsorships and/or donations made to Chamber events. They are Amazon Hub; City of St. Robert; City of Waynesville; Delphi Brands/Hermit's Delight; Laclede Electric Cooperative; Phelps Health; Pulaski County Health Center; Security Bank of Pulaski County; Waynesville R-VI School District; Waypoint United Methodist Church.

The Waynesville - St. Robert Chamber of Commerce is a voluntary organization of citizens who are investing their time and money in a community development program, working together to improve the economic, civic, and cultural wellbeing of the area. The Chamber is committed to advancing the commercial, industrial, agricultural, educational, civic, and community interests of the residents and businesses in the cities of Waynesville and St. Robert and the surrounding area.

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