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Chamber staff
on Jun 21, 2016 / by admin
Josh Wallentine, Kali Babich, Wichita Internships

Communication interns make most of experience

By Josh WallentineKali Babich and I started our internships at Google earlier…oh wait. I always get the movie with Vince Vaughn and Owen Wilson mixed up with our internship at the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce that started earlier this ...
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Economic Development
on Jun 16, 2016 / by Gary Plummer
city of Wichita, Government Relations, Water

Wichita’s new program may serve as a model for other communities

Gary Plummer is the President & CEO of the Wichita Metro Chamber of CommerceCongratulations to the Wichita City Council for approving a new Voluntary Off-site Storm Water Quality Best Management Practice (BMP) Program at their June 10th meeting. ...
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Government Relations
on Jun 15, 2016 / by Angie Prather
elections, voting, Wichita Chamber Events

‘Check In’ to the political process

Zac Necci with the Wichita Thunder (pictured left) visits with Damon Young from Mahaney Roofing (pictured right) following Young's presentation at today's Sunrise Scrambler.It’s easy to become disillusioned and ‘check out’ of the ...
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Government Relations
on Jun 14, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Chamber PAC, Legislative Agenda

Active political engagement encouraged at Board of Advisors meeting

Damon Young, the 2016 Chairman of the Wichita Metro Chamber PAC, reminded attendees that their input and involvement are critical to the political process.Involvement is imperative for creating and maintaining a business friendly environment. ...
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Uncategorized
on Jun 13, 2016 / by Angie Prather
pride in place, Wichita Flag

No Cure for Flag Fever

The Wichita Flag made a number of appearances in this year's River Festival parade, including this float by Professional Engineering Consultants.It was 79 years ago tomorrow (National Flag Day) that our city's flag was officially adopted. Elements ...
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Chamber staff
on Jun 10, 2016 / by admin
Young Professionals of Wichita

Taking #ILoveWichita to another ‘level’

By Joshua WallentineFeeling inspired by the Post-It Wars on Canal Street, we decided to add some Wichita flare to the idea. Passerbyers can now see a large #ILoveWichita sign in the second-floor windows of the Chamber building. I cannot confirm nor ...
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Government Relations
on Jun 09, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall
Wichita Chamber Events

Advocating for Wichita Business

A recap of the Chamber’s recent Government Relations activitiesOne of the Chamber’s four focus areas is advocating for responsible regulations and policies. Providing opportunities for the Wichita business community to connect and form ...
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Government Relations
on Jun 02, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall
Jerry Moran, Wichita, Wichita Chamber Events

Chamber welcomes Senator Moran to Wichita

U.S. Senator Jerry Moran made a in stop in Wichita yesterday to address 115 Chamber members and Wichita business leaders at a luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Wichita. After warming up the crowd with a few jokes (“For those of you who I have ...
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Young Professionals of Wichita
on May 31, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Interns

Interns Choose Wichita

by Barry SchwanOwner, House of Schwan, Inc.2016 Chairman of the Board for the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce Barry Schwan 2016 Chamber ChairmanLyndsey Edwards has opted to stay in Wichita after completing her Bachelor of Arts in Communication at ...
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Chamber staff
on May 27, 2016 / by admin
Workforce, Young Professionals of Wichita

Finding a ‘forever home’ in Wichita

Madison Harris interned in our Communications Department during the spring 2016 semester. She graduated from Valley Center High School last month and plans to attend Butler Community College for Mass Communications in the fall. She will then attend ...
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Economic Development
on May 26, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Department of Commerce, Government Relations, Small Business, Wichita Chamber Events

Chambers cohost Kansas Commerce Secretary

Kansas Secretary of Commerce Antonio Soavo met Wichita City Council member Lavonta Williams during the Chamber reception held yesterday.Yesterday the Chamber cohosted an after-work reception with the Wichita Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for Kansas ...
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Economic Development
on May 24, 2016 / by Gary Plummer
Cargill

Cargill Strengthens Their Community Commitment

Cargill Vice President Brian Sikes announced at a news conference today that Cargill will remain in Wichita.The Chamber was honored to host today's news conference about Cargill's decision to continue to be a vital part of our business community. ...
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Chamber staff
on May 18, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Leadership programs, Leadership Wichita

Tyler Heffron covers the Leadership Wichita selection process

Nominations for the Chamber’s 2016 Leadership Wichita class are underway. This is the third post in a three-part series with answers to questions about the program. See Monday's blog post for answers to questions 1-3 by 1999 Leadership Wichita ...
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Leadership programs
on May 17, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Leadership Wichita, Wichita Chamber Events

Denise Sherman on the value of investing and participating in Leadership Wichita

Denise Sherman- MSOD, PHR is the Director of Organizational Partnerships with Southwestern College and a 2003 Leadership Wichita graduateNominations for the Chamber’s 2016 Leadership Wichita class are underway. This is the second post in a ...
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Chamber staff
on May 16, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Leadership programs, Leadership Wichita

Tammy Allen on what differentiates Leadership Wichita from other programs

Nominations for the Chamber’s 2016 Leadership Wichita class opened today. Three Leadership Wichita graduates are answering questions about the program this week on the Chamber’s blog. Tammy Allen, a 1999 Leadership Wichita graduate, is ...
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Young Professionals of Wichita
on May 03, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall
#ILoveWichita

Join the #ILoveWichita Movement

Promoting the community is one of the Chamber’s four focus areas, directly aligning with the #ILoveWichita movement. The campaign was inspired by our Young Professionals of Wichita (YPW) leadership and has been gaining momentum over the last ...
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Small Business
on Mar 31, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Angie Elliott, Small Business Awards, Wichita Chamber, Wichita Chamber Events

New Engage & Ignite Small Business Conference Scheduled for May 11

Leading-edge ideas and enlightening discussions about the fundamentals of running a small business are the topics of a new conference that has been added to our annual Small Business Awards event. The Engage & Ignite Small Business Conference ...
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Board of Directors
on Mar 30, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Chamber staff, communication

Broadening the Chamber’s reach in 2016

By Barry Schwan2016 Chamber ChairmanOwner, House of SchwanOne of the Chamber’s 2016 strategic priorities is to enhance our regional profile. Our new partnership with The Wichita Eagle is one way we are increasing our regional reach as we ...
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Uncategorized
on Mar 28, 2016 / by admin

Clark Bastian on the benefits of Leadership Wichita

Leadership Wichita is a Chamber program designed to inform and inspire highly active leaders in our community. It offers an immersive experience that identifies 30 local achievers and then provides them with the tools and connections they need to ...
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Membership
on Mar 22, 2016 / by admin

Strengthening and Diversifying Our Membership

A group of volunteers gathered at 7:30 a.m. this morning to discuss the importance of Chamber membership. Over the next two weeks these dedicated Chamber members will be asking their colleagues at other organizations to consider joining the Chamber. ...
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Young Professionals of Wichita
on Mar 17, 2016 / by admin

Kansas YP Summit coming to Wichita

Early-bird registration deadline extended to March 24What is there to like about the month of April? The blooming trees? Fresh flowers and sunny days? Famous Kansas thunderstorms?How about it being the month the Kansas YP Summit is held? This is the ...
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Wichita Chamber Events
on Mar 16, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall
Aaron Bushell

Recap: Change Your Perspective. Change Your Performance.

Aaron BushellAaron Bushell of Equity Bank kicked off our Wednesday morning by reminding Sunrise Scrambler attendees that anything is possible. Oftentimes the only thing standing in our way of accomplishing the “impossible” is us. He ...
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Small Business
on Mar 10, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall
Wichita Chamber Events

Introducing our 2016 Small Business of the Year finalists

We are pleased to announce the ten finalists for our 2016 Small Business of the Year award. This is the twelfth year for the Small Business Awards program, which is presented by the 2015 award recipients: Cornerstone Design and Development, Inc. and ...
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Uncategorized
on Feb 29, 2016 / by Angie Prather

Sitting on the sidelines isn’t optional

by Damon YoungVice President of Mahaney Roofing Company, Inc.Member of the Government Relations Committee for the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce and Chairman of the Chamber's Political Action CommitteeThe political process shares some ...
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Economic Development
on Feb 23, 2016 / by Angie Prather
Chairman's Lunch, James Chung, Wichita Chamber Events, Wichita Community Foundation

Taking Pride in Wichita

In case you missed it, Dan Powers, Office Managing Partner for Grant Thornton LLP, contributed this letter to the editor that ran in the Wichita Eagle last Sunday.There’s a great deal that makes me proud to be a Wichitan. ...
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Uncategorized
on Feb 19, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall

Videos from Chairman’s Lunch now available

Thank you to all who attended our Chairman's Lunch last week where representatives from the City, County and Chamber discussed how to move the needle on the four drivers of economic success that James Chung presented during the Wichita Community ...
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Wichita Chamber Events
on Feb 17, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall

Apps & tools to save time & money

A recap of the February 2016 Sunrise Scrambler Everyone knows that time is money, and saving more of both is a high priority. Our February Sunrise Scrambler featured a panel of members who shared their favorite apps and tools that make doing ...
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Leadership programs
on Feb 16, 2016 / by admin
Small Business, Small Business Administration

2016 SBA Emerging Leaders program kicks off this Friday

By Lyndsey EdwardsAre you a small business owner looking to grow your company in Kansas? The Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Emerging Leaders program can help you take your business to the next level.The Emerging Leaders Program is a ...
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Wichita Chamber Events
on Feb 15, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall

Honors Night award recipients announced

The Wichita Metro Chamber will recognize an outstanding individual, exemplary corporate citizens, exceptional commitments to the community, and striking architectural achievements at the 2016 Honors Night event on April 7. In addition to the ...
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Wichita Chamber Events
on Feb 05, 2016 / by Courtney Sendall
Honors Night, John Bardo, Marilyn Pauly

Marilyn Pauly: 2016 Uncommon Citizen

Marilyn Pauly, Vice Chairman of Commerce Bank, will be recognized as our 2016 Uncommon Citizen at the annual Honors Night celebration on Thursday, April 7.Established in 1974, the Uncommon Citizen is the Chamber’s most prestigious individual ...
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