Mid-County Jaycees

I am excited to be the President of the Mid County Jaycees in 2010, and I am ready to accept the challenge of carrying on the momentum created in 2009 head-on. I joined the Jaycees in the spring of 2008, and served as Vice-President of Individual Development in 2009. In 2010 as President, I hope to lead by example and continue the chapter tradition of meaningful projects, networking, fund raising, and individual development into 2010 and beyond.

Professionally, I work as an attorney with MurphyWasinger, L.C., a law firm in Brentwood, Missouri, where I specialize in litigation, real estate and finance. I currently lives in University City, and enjoy golfing, running, concerts and working with the Jaycees in my spare time.

My name is Nathan Barger, and this is my 6th term on the board of directors for the Mid County Jaycees. I first became a Jaycee in 2003 with the O'Fallon Jaycees. I joined Mid County in its charter year of 2004, taking my first board position as Treasurer in 2005. In 2006, I added Individual Development Vice President to my responsibilities. In 2007, I changed roles and became Management Vice President. In 2008 and 2009, I was the president of the organization helping to grow the chapter and move past tough times.

During the day I work as a structural engineer for CDG Engineers in the City of St. Louis, providing structural calculations and design drawings for various types of structures such as power plants, coal handling structures, bridges, and others as needed. I currently reside in Maplewood, a rocks throw from our communities. I look forward to a successful year helping the new board of directors, and I look forward to growing this chapter and raising money.

Michael Daming is an attorney with the law offices of Murphy Wasinger, LC, located in the Magna Place building in Brentwood. He specializes in all aspects of business, real estate and municipal law, and is licensed to practice throughout the states of Missouri and Illinois.

Mike graduated from Truman State University in 2000 (BA, Political Science; BA, English) and acquired his law degree from the University of Missouri-Columbia (JD, 2003).

Mike has lived in Brentwood since graduating from law school in 2003 and prides himself on his community service and involvement. In addition to currently serving as President of the Brentwood Chamber of Commerce, he is also currently serving on the Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission.

Mike currently serves as the Vice President for Community Development for the Mid-County Jaycees, having previously served as Treasurer.

I joined the Mid County Jaycees in April of 2009 in an attempt to become more involved in the community in which I work and live. In a relatively short period of time I have seen the chapter grow into something that I’m truly proud to be a part of. In my first year as a member I was able to participate in several projects and help the chapter achieve “growth status” by year end.

I work as a business banker for National City, Now a part of PNC. My role is to help small to medium sized business owners increase profitability and improve cash flow. The Jaycees has become the perfect outlet for me to interact with other young professionals while becoming involved in local activities to better the community around me. I currently reside in Rock Hill, Missouri with my wife and two dogs. I look forward to applying my eight years of professional experience to the Jaycees Management Vice President position.

I am excited to have been elected to the position of Membership Development Vice President. As Mid County Jaycees in the community that we live and serve, we have the ability and duty to offer our services and support back to this great community. I am surrounded by like minded professionals that value and understand what it means to give unselfishly to others, and our efforts give directly to the charities and non-profit organizations of the St. Louis area.

If you share the same vision of giving and charity you would find no better organization to join than the Mid County Jaycees. In addition to our philanthropic agenda we enjoy relaxed social and networking atmosphere.

As for my career, I assist people and businesses with their overall financial health as a licensed financial advisor with Edward Jones.

My name is Christopher Brown, and I recently joined the Mid County Jaycees chapter in the summer of 2009. I have accepted the role of Individual Development Vice President, and I'm very excited to bring our chapter members together in social situations that will contribute to our cause.

I am very proud to be an Eagle Scout and participate in philanthropic organizations as an adult. I am a member of Just Us Toastmasters involved in public speaking that has been an entertaining and enjoyable experience thus far. It is an honor to join the Mid County Jaycees with other new members and veterans who have built up the chapter.

During the day, I work in Creve Coeur specializing in financing for home buyers as well as restructuring current Home Loans to fit homeowner's financial plans. My exact title is Mortgage Professional; however I do meet many needs outside of home mortgages including personal credit analysis.

As a part of the Board of Directors for the Mid County Jaycees, I look forward to a big year of charitable and social events that will bring many dollars to our charities of choice.

My name is Jami Closser, and I have been elected Treasurer for my first term on the board of directors for the Mid County Jaycees. I joined the Mid County chapter is August 2009.

I work for Panera Bread as a fixed assets account in Richmond Heights. I am originally from Nebraska, but have lived in St. Louis for three years. I am looking forward to a successful year and am excited to help the chapter with fundraising projects.

My name is Kelly Ruby. I joined the Mid County Jaycees in April of 2009 when I also made a career change from teaching to insurance. Being a part of the Jaycees has allowed me to not only make some great new friends but also spend time in my community and network with other professionals.

Nothing gives me more pride than planning and participating in projects that let me contribute to the community in which I both work and live. I truly look forward to my time with the group and love to get to know a new member each time someone joins.