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Steamboat Springs — Rob Brouillette, owner of the local Country Fence business, is converting his business to join the Guier Fence brand. Guier Fence is based in the Kansas City area and has three locations along with a startup franchise system. Brouillette’s business will be the first Guier Fence location in Colorado.

Brouillette grew up in Steamboat Springs and said joining Guier Fence will allow him to expand customer service and fencing design opportunities. He said last week that he’s working to close on a showroom location and currently is offering full-service fencing. He can be contacted at 970-819-6752.

Kelly Guier founded Guier Fence in 1979. Learn more at www.guierfence.com.

Networking events are being hosted this week

The Steamboat Springs Chamber Resort Association is hosting a speed networking event from 3 to 4 p.m. Wednesday at The Boathouse Pub on Yampa Street. The event allows local professionals to meet in a fun environment. The cost of $5 for Chamber members includes admission, food and drink. The cost is $15 for nonmembers.

On Thursday, the Chamber offers a social networking seminar at 9 a.m. at Bud Werner Memorial Library. Learn how to use websites such as YouTube, Twitter and Facebook to promote and boost your business. The cost is $5 for Chamber members and $15 for nonmembers.

Space is limited for events. Call 970-875-7000 or e-mail rsvp@steamboatchamber.com to reserve a spot.

Animal Healing opens doors on Oak Street

Animal Healing Center, providing medical, surgical and holistic care for pets, has opened at 344 Oak St. Dr. Craig Stanton and Dr. Andi Kohler are practicing at the clinic, which can be reached at 970-879-8933. Dr. Kohler is available for home visits.

Business association rates state legislators

The Colorado office of the National Federation of Independent Business, a nationwide association of small-business owners, gave Northwest Colorado’s state legislators high ratings last week for their action at the Capitol in Denver.

The federation awarded its Guardian of Small Business awards to legislators by giving them percentages based on votes on 10 bills during this year’s legislative session.

State Sen. Al White, R-Hayden, received an 80 percent pro-business rating from the federation. State Rep. Randy Baumgardner, R-Hot Sulphur Springs, received a 90 percent rating. A brief description of each bill and lawmakers’ votes is online at www.nfib.com/CO.