It is happening in Coffeyville and all across the nation. Businesses are understaffed and can't find help. While we can't force people to go back to work, there are a few strategies you can use to combat common hiring problems.

I am a firm believer on helping them focus on what it is about the job that makes it attractive/different. Do you have special benefits? Flexibility in your hours? Family friendly? Sign on bonus or pay increases first year? A back to work bonus might be the special nudge needed. What else makes it a great work environment? Read this article on 3 more strategies.

The Chamber is also in touch with our local legislators about this challenge. If we hear any updates from the state, we will let you know!

CDC & FDA release a joint statement that the Johnson & Johnson Vaccine has been paused for usage at this time. Further review and information will be coming shortly. Moderna and Pfizer doses are still widely available in the county.

Cantrell’s Fine Jewelry was featured as a model of best business marketing practices at Main Street America’s Main Street Now 2021 conference. Congratulations! Read the full press release.

Know someone new in business or interested in starting a business? Invite them to our New Business Seminar. Check out the details here.

A new update coming will target groups and individuals that may spread harmful content or misinformation. They will be limiting the reach of these groups and even removing members. Learn more about the FB update.

If you have strategic goals, having an actionable plan is key! Check out these tips on how to create an effective marketing strategy.

April is Records & Information Management Month. The new American Rescue Plan includes changes to the tax credits related to FFCRA, extended unemployment benefits, and much more. Make sure you are keeping good records with these changes. Read more here.

USD 445 is doing something a little extra for Teacher Appreciation Week (May 5th) and they need donations from local businesses to show support for our teachers. If your business is willing to donate an item, contact Hailie at the district office. Your business name will be posted on social media as a thank you for donating to the staff and school.

Help Needed from local businesses! This event will expose our students to a real life interview experience.  Your role will be to ask the scripted questions and complete a brief evaluation on their performance. Email Samantha at RMS for more details or to sign up.

Thank you to Derailed Commodity for sponsoring a small business Chamber membership! Supporting our small business development supports a thriving community.

We have more businesses in need and Small Business Week is coming up! Would your business like to sponsor a small business? Contact Candi for details on this program.

$20 Chamber Members; $40 Non Members

Download the application today!

Check out this great message on how to work smarter, save time and still provide value to your customers and clients. Reuse, recycle, rejuvenate!

We want to leverage your marketing! New members receive a free ad in the Coffeyville Journal. Current members get a major discount on advertising on our electronic sign (some even free!) as well advertising on the Chamber website & events during the year.

"All you have to do, if you want everything in life from everybody else, is first pay attention; listen to them; show them respect; give them meaning, satisfaction, and fulfillment. Convey to them that they matter to you. And show you love them. But you have to go first. And what are you going to get back? Mirrored reciprocation."

You have to go first - with your customers, your employees, your community!