September 27, 2021
If you missed the Women in Leadership program last week, you can view the recording at the link below. The event was sponsored by:
The recording was made possible thanks to support from:
Donner Park Shelter House
739 22nd Street
Friday, October 1
8:00 am
Meet dozens of chamber members seeking to expand their professional network of customers and suppliers. You will develop new professional relationships, and ultimately increase your influence in the marketplace!

Sponsored by:
Business Networking
After Hours @ Propeller
Thursday, October 7
5:00 pm
4760 Ray Boll Blvd.
Connect with members of the Chamber community while getting a sneak peak at the future community innovation center, Propeller, located on the Columbus Airpark Campus.

Propeller will feature machining and woodworking shops, robotics, electronics and programs to help start and accelerate new business ventures. 

Dress for the outdoors as we'll keep the garage doors open for airflow. 

Food and drinks will be available for purchase from Chick-fil-A and Hog Molly.
Fiesta Latina
Saturday, October 2
12:00-10:00 pm

Ethnic Expo 2021 is a series of events celebrating cultures that come together to create a vibrant, welcoming community.

This month, will feature Fiesta Latina – in partnership with the Community Education Coalition and Su Casa.

The series is sponsored by First Financial and hosted by the City of Columbus. To learn more, click here.
Indiana Business
Outlook Panel for 2022
November 8
11:30 am
The Commons
Learn from esteemed members of the Indiana University faculty as they predict the 2022 economic forecast. 

Since 1972, experts from the Indiana Business Research Center (IBRC), a part of the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University, compile, analyze, and interpret international, U.S., Indiana, and local economic data and prepare predictions for the coming year.
Velocities seeks a candidate for an Director of Corporate Innovation + Entrepreneurship, to be based in Columbus.The primary purpose of the Director of Corporate Innovation is to create companies in the Velocities region. The secondary purpose is to support the startup ecosystem through events, mentorship, coaching, and other activities for entrepreneurs. Read here about the exciting opportunity!
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings
Thursday, September 30 at 4:30 pm

Tuesday, October 5 at 4:30 pm
Think Local. Buy Local. Eat Local. Support Local.

An Indiana tradition since 1916, featuring men's classic and formal wear including Cutter & Buck sportswear, Hart-Schaffner-Marx suits, Ballin slacks, Enro shirts, Johnston Murphy Shoes, and quality accessories. It is located in the heart of downtown Columbus.


Spirit Filled Catering specializes in authentic Cajun cuisine. It is owned and operated, by Executive Chef, Francell Wade. He works along side Cabrina Williams. Together these two New Orleans natives work hard to bring love, joy and flavor to Columbus.  They have a heart for the people.
BCPL is the community crossroads- connecting people, ideas, information, and experiences to empower everyone on their journey of lifelong learning. The Cleo Rogers Memorial Library is the flagship library. The system also includes a branch in Hope, and a bookmobile that serves the county. 
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