On Thursday, December 19, 2024, we held our annual Holiday Membership Luncheon sponsored by The Party Inc. at Orlando's Event and Conference Center. Everyone came festively dressed and ready to celebrate. Members enjoyed taking pictures in the photo booth by The Party Inc and the balloon holiday Grinch display created by GB's Balloon Delights.

We began our meeting saying the Pledge of Allegiance and welcoming our City Officials and Members. Next we thanked The Party Inc. for sponsoring our luncheon and invited Dee Scaife to say a few words about the services they provide. Dr. Paul Hyland, 2024 Chamber Board President, then took a moment to thank those who helped support the Chamber this past year. He recognized our 2024 Board of Directors, Ambassadors, Committees, and Volunteers. 

Following lunch, Tom Lancia gave some Chamber announcements and thanked the Chamber Membership and Staff for making 2024 a year of growth and success.

Next, Dr. Paul Hyland with Committed to Health Chiropractic Center and our 2024 Chamber Board President presented David Peterson with the President's Gavel and introduced him as our 2025 Chamber Board President. David Peterson is Senior Product Advisor for Heartland Payroll. As David's first duty as president he gave Dr. Paul Hyland 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 Robert Hoffman from the City of Creve Coeur to install our 2025 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 check out these great pictures  taken by Jim Trotter with Trotter Art!