Monday, January 20, 2020 I serving the tri-state region
Your 2020 Investor Packet includes your 2020 window cling and 2020 plaque photo. Please take a look through your mailing and make sure you are getting the most out of your Chamber membership

  1. Replace your 2019 photo and display the 2020 edition in a visible and prominent location in your business.
  2. Remove last year's window cling and attach the 2020 cling to your primary entrance. If you need additional clings for multiple entrances, please let us know.
RIBBON CUTTINGS, OPEN HOUSES
& PRESS CONFERENCES
Wed Jan 22 - Ribbon Cutting at 10:00 AM for Siouxland Federal Credit Union, 4709 Southern Hills Dr. They are celebrating the grand opening of their new location in Morningside.
CHAMBER EVENTS
RETAIL ROUNDTABLE
Tuesday, January 21, 2020
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM
Siouxland Chamber Office
101 Pierce St.

This month's topic is "Google Reviews - What Businesses Need to Know". John Engel with University of Iowa John Pappajohn Entrepreneurial Center will be presenting.

Wednesday, January 22, 2020
12:00 Noon to 1:00 PM
Siouxland Chamber Office
101 Pierce St.

"3 Ways an IT Partner Can Add Rocket Fuel to Your Small Business Growth"
presented by Thompson Innovation

One of the best decisions your business can make in 2020 is choosing an IT partner to help you grow your small business. Stop by for lunch, courtesy of Thompson Innovation, and learn how and
why to do it.

GOVERNMENT RELATIONS MEETING
Friday, January 24, 2020
7:00 AM to 8:00 AM
Siouxland Chamber Office
101 Pierce St.

Matt Everson and Jake Braunger with the National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) will be our featured guests. NFIB is the voice of small business--a member-driven organization advocating for America's small and independent business owners in Washington, D.C., and
all 50 state capitals.
Wednesday, January 29, 2020
11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
Siouxland Chamber Office
101 Pierce St.

"How Has Technology Changed the Business World"

Join us for a panel discussion featuring Charese Yanney, Guarantee Roofing & Siding; Renee Beaulieu, Thompson Electric;
and Bridget Breen, KTIV.

RSVP is required to attend - seating is limited. Please RSVP to Heidi Reinking or register online.

A $10 lunch option is available
and payable at the meeting.
Friday, January 31, 2020
9:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Siouxland Chamber Office
101 Pierce St.

In today's changing business environment, many entrepreneurs are writing their own playbooks. How do you operate a company from your home, balance work and family, and encourage your clients on their health journey? Join us for Entrepreneur Hour as Jeff and Erin Bahrenfuss tell us why their company, Strive Health + Wellness, is located in Siouxland and how being entrepreneurs has changed their lives.

COMMUNITY EVENTS
Thur Jan 30 - Lila Mae's House 1st Annual Rhythm & Wine, at M's on 4th, 1021 4th St. from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM. The evening includes live music, wine and a silent auction - ticket price includes complimentary wine glass, one wine flight and heavy hors d'oeuvres. Get your tickets here.

Fri Feb 7 - 16th Annual Empty Bowls Hunger Awareness benefiting the Food Bank of Siouxland, at the Sioux City Convention Center, 5:00 PM - silent auction, music by Shevelia, Koated Kernels popcorn bar; 6:00 PM soup dinner followed by live auction. Find out more and get your tickets here.
NEW INVESTOR(S)
Jason Guthmiller & Ryan Gage, Co-Owners
Sioux City, IA 51103
JANUARY CHAMBER
ANNIVERSARIES
The following businesses and organizations are observing milestone anniversaries as Siouxland Chamber of Commerce investors.

120 Years
Thorpe & Company Jewellers

100 Years
Klinger Companies *

*Please note Klinger Companies was included by mistake in the
50-year member category in the previous publication.

70 Years
Diocese of Sioux City

50 Years
Arthur J Gallagher Risk Management Services
CF Industries Nitrogen
Echo Electric Supply
Engleson Abstract
GELITA USA
Gerkin Windows & Doors
Heidman Law Firm
Kalins Indoor Comfort
KCAU-TV
Klass Law Firm
Knoepfler Chevrolet
KTIV-TV
L&L Distributing
Miller Brothers Furniture
Novelty Machine & Supply
Pecaut Investment Management
Pioneer-Wooldridge Insurance
Purina Animal Nutrition
Rosenthal Foods Corporation
Siouxland Urology Associates
Sunrise Retirement Community
Tegra Corporation
Tri-State Dental Lab
Wells Enterprises
Western IA Tech Community College
Williams & Company CPA
XPO Logistics

35 Years
Junior League of Sioux City
McClintock Insurance

30 Years
Sneaky's

25 Years
1st Financial Bank USA
Metro Electric

20 Years
BankFirst
Siouxland District Health Dept.

15 Years
Contanda LLC
Frances Building
Sioux City Growth Organization

10 Years
Tri-State Specialists - Plastic Surgery

5 Years
Buchheit Law
CD Norvell
Century 21 Pro-Link/Jason Geary
Wells Enterprises - Sioux City Office

1 Year
Bridgeport Corporation
BeYou Cosmetics & Skincare
Child Care Resource & Referral of NW Iowa
Freebird Bridal
Linda Sue Manor
Marto Brewing
McDonald's Restaurants of Siouxland - Lewis Blvd.
S. Jans Contracting
The Pride Group
Thrive Fitness
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