On Thursday, December 21, 2023, we had our annual Holiday Membership Luncheon sponsored by The Party Inc. at Orlando's Event and Conference Center. Everyone came festively dressed in holiday attire. As people gathered we enjoyed Holiday music and a Photo Booth. Click Here to see pictures from the photo booth.

We began our meeting saying the Pledge of Allegiance and welcoming our City Officials and Guests. Next we thanked The Party Inc. for sponsoring our luncheon and invited Dee Scaife to say a few words about the services they provide. Mo Riad, 2023 Chamber Board President, then took a moment to thank those who helped support the Chamber this past year. He recognized our 2023 Board of Directors, Ambassadors, Committees, Volunteers, and McCarty Photography. Next, we introduced two new members and presented them their plaques:

• Maurya Cockrell with A Right Place for Seniors
• Julia Lewis with Love Your Life Consulting

Following lunch, Tom Lancia gave some Chamber announcements and thanked the Chamber Membership and Staff for making 2023 a year of growth and success.

Next, Mo Riad with Mathnasium and our 2023 Chamber Board President presented Dr. Paul Hyland with the President's Gavel and introduced him as our 2024 Chamber Board President. As Dr. Paul Hyland's first duty as president he gave Mo a clock in appreciation for his year of leadership as President of the Board. The clock reads, "In recognition of your outstanding leadership, dedication to serving the members of the Chamber of Commerce & Commitment to promoting a strong and vibrant business community."

In addition to recognizing our new president, we invited Mayor Pro Tem Missy Waldman from the City of Olivette to install our 2024 Board of Directors. During the installment the Board of Directors raised their right hand and committed to their role in serving the mission of the Creve Coeur-Olivette Chamber and the duties and responsibilities of serving on the Board of Directors.

After the installation we all enjoyed our Holiday Gift Exchange. Then we invited our three finalist to come forward for our "Most Festively Dressed" contest.  The winner was Becky Ringkamp-Wells with GB's Balloon Delights.

Finally, you don't want to miss out on all the great pictures taken by Mike McCarty from McCarty Photography and Jim Trotter with Trotter Art. CLICK HERE TO SEE THE PICTURES FROM THE HOLIDAY LUNCHEON.