Businesses (like in life) that tend to be the most successful, are those that make personal connections! Check out this article that shares tips for small businesses on the power of connecting to your customers.

Coffeyville Municipal Light & Power (CMLP) has again earned a Reliable Public  Power Provider (RP3)

® designation from the American Public Power Association for providing reliable and safe electric service. 

Read the full announcement.

The city of Coffeyville is still waiting on more information as to the potential weather impact on electric customers. Read the city's statement here.

Many pharmacies & clinics are reporting an abundant number of vaccines available. All MG residents who want the vaccine are encouraged to reach out to find about access.

One of the indicators in seeing the potential for an employee is the style of their feedback response. Here are a few red flags to watch for.

Applications and class information will be out very soon. This is a great time to sponsor an employee or another great emerging leader in our community to attend Leadership Coffeyville.

For more information, contact Candi at cwestbrook@coffeyville.com

It has been a packed schedule for the Senate & House in Topeka as they wrap up the first session.

Any concerns we can share with our local legislators impacting your business? Or want a list of some of the bills in the pipeline, email Candi!

For an in-depth look at current legislation impacting your business, check out the always informative Kelly Kansan newsletter.

As many consumers continue to show record numbers shopping online, many Kansas Businesses have started offering online sales as an additional component to their business. The Kansas Chamber Retail Committee has compiled a list of Kansas retail online stores to help support local business. We need Coffeyville represented. To get your business on the list, click here to complete your company registration.

Did you know the Coffeyville Chamber also has a list on our website of member businesses who offer curbside or online ordering? Check it out here and if you are not listed, make sure to let us know. Email Candi.

We have a wealth of experience & wisdom from our members and even retired business owners. Each week we hope to share a few thoughts from them.

This week we share a little 'Pete's Philosophy' from long time business owner Pete Walterschied.

How many businesses do you drive past during the day that you’ve never visited? You have nothing against visiting them, you just didn’t have a purpose. I am a firm believer that all it takes is ONE time. If you get a customer to come inside for whatever reason, it becomes much easier for him/her to visit a second time, and a third, and before you know it—you have a loyal customer. So have a blow-out sale, give stuff away, have a party, or whatever it takes to get that person in your door. Have a grand opening. Because getting that person through the door, to break their normal routine, is what makes it more likely for them to visit again. Remember, it only takes ONE time.

Many of you may remember Kenneth Jones, long-time employee of First National Bank here in town. I marveled at how he made it a point to know every customer by name as soon as they walked in the door. Everyone likes the sound of their own name. I tried hard to live up to that standard. Being friendly is one thing, but being able to combine that with the person’s name speaks volumes. If you are a business that deals with names (such as mine as a pharmacist) applying this task is a must. Encourage all your employees to do the same. I was proud that when a customer entered my store, if I didn’t remember their name, an employee close by certainly did. The rewards of this no-cost business practice are astounding.

We are seeking more member wisdom to share each week. Become a contributor & get your business recognized. Contact Candi for details.

The Chamber receives hundreds of calls each month about our local businesses. And of course we always refer our members first!

In addition, our website is a continuous referral opportunity for your business. Our members get online hits to their listing almost daily. Want to know how many hits your business profile has received? Contact Candi for your personal report.

Did you know daydreaming is a sign of intelligence? I feel like I should be a genius as much as my mind dreams up thoughts and ideas. However, too much (especially the negative chatter) holds us back.

Stuck in rut? Check out this article how to quiet your mind and recharge as a business owner, leader and THE fantastic person that you are!