Friday, May 13
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Wednesday, May 18
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Tuesday, May 24
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The following businesses have recently become members of the Chamber.
If you see them around town or at a Chamber function, please take the time to welcome them.
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Strategic Financial Concepts
Jay Pitzer
Financial Advisor
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Strategic Financial Concepts
Robert Calhoun
Financial Advisor
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Kansans For Marshall
Roger Marhsall
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Rita's Italian Ice &
Frozen Custard
Jay & Jeff Miller
Owners
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Carlos O'Kelly's
Trina Quick
General Manager
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Reflection Living
Kristy Turner
Regional Manager
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Planet Fitness
Lindsay Del Rosario
General Manager
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Salt City Brewing
Company LLC
Steven Petermann
Owner
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Rusty Needle
Mike Klaers
Owner
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Mike Campbell
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Join the Greater Hutchinson Convention/Visitors Bureau in welcoming these visitors making an economic impact on our community:
Kansas Bar Association: Solo & Small Firm Conference
May 5-7
80 Visitors
Economic Impact: $14,000
Kansas Freestyle Greco/Roman Wrestling Tournament
May 6-8
300 Athletes plus families
Economic Impact: $187,500
USSSA The Valley Classic
May 7-8
225 Athletes plus families
Economic Impact: $112,500
NAIA Opening Round Regional Baseball Tournament
May 15-20
120 Athletes
Economic Impact: $70,000
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Nominate a Small Business for the Small Business Award!
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The Chamber Small Business Committee is seeking Small Business Award nominations from area small businesses.
If you know of a deserving small Chamber business, we encourage you to nominate them for this award. Requirements for consideration are Chamber membership, in business for at least three years, and employs 40 or fewer people.
Click here to nominate a business today!
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The Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce
is the catalyst for a prosperous business climate
that enhances the quality of life.
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New Economic Development
Strategic Plan
Many have had questions regarding the new strategic plan for economic development, so in order to reach out to as many people as possible the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce has been hosting a series of group discussion opportunities to facilitate more of that dialogue.
There is still one session remaining -
Friday, May 6th from Noon - 1:30 p.m.
If you are interested in attending the last session, please RSVP your attendance to Belinda at (620) 662-3391 or belindam@hutchchamber.com.
If you are unable to attend and are still interested in learning more, Jason Ball, Chamber President/CEO, would like to schedule a time to come visit with you. Call Judy O'Hara at (620) 662-3391 to schedule an appointment.
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Ribbon Cuttings Held by Ambassadors
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Ten Thousand Villages / Et Cetera Shop -
Expansion
and
The Tea Room -
New Addition
Rita's Italian Ice & Frozen Custard -
New Member
To view the ribbon cutting photos and for more information about these businesses
click here.
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Wednesday, May 18
7:00 - 8:00 a.m
Atrium Hotel & Conference Center
Sponsored by
Alcoa Aerospace Center
Featured Speaker Secretary Antonio Soave
Kansas Department of Commerce
Our featured speaker for May's membership breakfast will be Antonio Soave, Secretary of Commerce for the State of Kansas. New to the position, Secretary Soave will be speaking on his goals for the Kansas Department of Commerce and his plans for furthering business growth in the State of Kansas.
If you d
o not
have a Flash Pass,
cost for the breakfast is
$10 for members
and $15 for
non-members.
Click here
to make
reservations or call Belinda McClanahan at (620) 662-3391.
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Thursday, May 26
5:30 - 7:00 p.m.
Heartland Credit Union
4000 N. Monroe
Sponsored by
: Heartland Credit Union
Enjoy refreshments and conversation with fellow Chamber members as you learn more about Heartland Credit Union. Great food, beverages and prizes will be given at the event!
If you do not have a Flash Pass, cost for the Business After
Hours is $5 for members and $10 for non-members.
To register online
cli
ck h
ere or call Belinda McClanahan at (620) 662-3391.
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April Small Business Award Presented to IdeaTek Telcom LLC
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 The Chamber in partnership with
The Hutchinson N
ews
present the
Small Business Award each month to recognize the significant contribution small businesses make to our local economy and membership. During the April Membership Breakfast, the Small Business Award was presented to IdeaTek Telcom LLC. Jerrod Reimer, President & CEO and Daniel Friesen, Chief Innovation Officer accepted the award on behalf of the organization.
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Decluttering Your Work Space Using 6S
Presented by Scott Gardner,
Director of MAMTC - Salina
Friday, May 13
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
This session will be great for people looking to explore all areas of their operation for opportunities to "declutter" their work area. There are two main benefits of this effort: 1) improving the business process flow and 2) reducing total process time.
This can be applied in all areas of any organization from Manufacturing to Service Industries. This is an awesome opportunity to see how one of many fundamental Lean Six Sigma tools (6S) can benefit the bottom line of your organization and improve morale.
The cost of the class is $15 and includes a lunch buffet. To register,
please call Kay Shive at HCC (620) 665-3559 or ShiveK@hutchcc.edu. For more information, contact Marcy Kauffman at marcyk@hutchchamber.com.
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By Keith Hughes, CEO,
First National Bank of Hutchinson
This year, The First celebrates 140 years of serving Hutchinson, Reno County and Kansas.
The philosophy of First National Bank of Hutchinson has not changed since it was founded in 1876. Quality service, capital strength, community involvement and stability are just as important today as when the bank was founded.
The First is the leading community bank in our part of the state. We provide a welcome and needed contrast to multi-state banks, which have a broader focus and must spread resources across many regions; and to smaller institutions such as credit unions, which have a narrower focus and do not offer our depth of expertise and range of services.
The financial world is changing rapidly. The way we bank and interact with our money is also changing. The First is committed to growth by investing in tools and technology that will help all segments of consumers to interact in new and more efficient ways with us.
To read the full article including more tips,
click here
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Increasing Sales and Profits as a Destination Business
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Thursday, May 19
8:00-9:30 a.m.
Presented by
Jon Schallert,
Marketing Expert & Small Business Strategist
Learn how to turn your business into a uniquely positioned destination capable of pulling in customers from hundreds of miles away.
For more information on how to register click here to view the event flyer.
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 Congratulations and thank you to
Kitty Keazer for recruiting a new member to the Hutchinson/Reno County Chamber of Commerce. We are fortunate to have such a dynamic group of people who help welcome new members, celebrate grand openings, attend Chamber events, and recruit new members.
To find out more about this Elite Ambassador including her thoughts on being a Chamber Ambassador click here.
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Cinco de Mayo Party at Reflection Senior Living
Join the residents and staff at Reflection Senior Living, 2004 Fountainwood, for a day of Cinco de Mayo celebration beginning at 11:00 a.m. with Sombrero Cookies, followed by trivia, pin the tail on the donkey, and more. At 5:00 p.m. take swipes at the piƱata, and enjoy entertainment at 6:00 p.m. by Yazmin Vela. For more information contact Susan at (620) 314-8709.
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First Bank Kansas Open House
First Bank Kansas is having an Open House on Friday, May 20
th. They are serving grilled hot dogs, chips, and cookies from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. They will be showcasing their newly renovated location, holding drawings for door prizes and more! Stop by and see their "new look"!
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Have an exciting milestone to celebrate or a fundraiser or event coming up in the community? Send it to Chelsey at chelseyd@hutchchamber.com for inclusion in the Chamber Outlook. Listings are limited to one listing per Chamber member per quarter and must be under 100 words.
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