COMMUNITY PROFILEThe Waynesville-St. Robert Chamber of Commerce, the2013 Missouri Chamber of the Year, is proud to present its2023 Community Profile and Membership Directory. Ourcommunity is comprised of two cities, Waynesville and St.Robert, and the surrounding rural areas. The combinedestimated population was approximately 52,000 at the end of2018; Fort Leonard Wood, which is contiguous to the cities,has a day time population of roughly 32,000. Fort LeonardWood is a Department of Defense installation. It is the homeof the Engineer, Military Police, and Chemical, Biological,Radiological, and Nuclear schools and provides training forall branches of the Armed Services. We are truly blessed tohave the best of both worlds--a rural lifestyle with the benefits of larger cities.Our Chamber is committed to advancing the commercial, industrial, agricultural, educational, civic,and community interests of the residents and businesses in the region. The Chamber is your partner inconnecting businesses, showcasing our community and developing our leaders.Waynesville and St. Robert are bisected by Interstate 44, which provides access to Fort Leonard Woodand the Waynesville/St. Robert Regional Airport. Commercial air travel is available with daily flights.Our community enjoys the benefit of one of the most exceptional school systems in the state. TheWaynesville R-VI school district operates six elementary schools (one in St. Robert, one in Waynesville,four on Fort Leonard Wood), one Sixth Grade Center, one middle school, and one high school, plus aCareer Center. The area also has a multitude of higher and continuing education opportunities.Take a moment to browse this book and note all our area has to offer, in both qualities of life andbusiness. This community is a great place to live, work, and raise a family.Rosalind Pride1MISSION STATEMENTThe mission statement of the Waynesville-St. Robert Area Chamber of Commerceis to be the motivating force in advocating, coordinating, leading and promotingexisting and future business development, economic diversity, and tourism. Weshall enhance the quality of life through programs, services, communitydevelopment, recognition, and pride.VISION STATEMENTTo use the diversity of our area creating a cohesive community working for thebetterment of all through programs, services, recognition, and pride.VALUES STATEMENTHonesty-Leadership-Collaboration-Innovation-FunPride-Supportive-Selflessness-Stability-Progressive
COMMITTEES & STAFFCecilla Murray, IOMNadine AlbrechtDebbie BechtExecutive DirectorOffice Manager Administrative AssistantWe invite you to be part of our exceptional membership! Complete the application in this publication,attend the events, and get to know our members! The benefits to you and your business will amaze you.The Chamber has very active committees that carry out the programs of work as set forth by the Boardof Directors. All members are invited to participate on one or more committees participation buildsrelationships and your business.Ambassadors ClubCHOICES Program PresentersGovernmental & Military Affairs Committee2
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