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Economic Development
on May 27, 2014 / by admin
Chamber of Commerce, Economic development, Jobs, Phyllis Robertson, Startup Weekend Wichita, Wichita Metro Chamber

Should Wichita support startup companies?

By Phyllis RobertsonThe answer is an absolute and unequivocal yes! Entrepreneurism is a critical catalyst for the economy. Studies show that startups account for about 70% of job creation globally, and in some markets, that figure grows as high as ...
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Wichita Chamber Events
on May 22, 2014 / by admin
Chamber of Commerce, Customer Service, Jamie Haenggi, Protection 1, Sunrise Scrambler, Wichita Metro Chamber

Building a Culture that Delivers World-Class Service

Jamie HaenggiA recap of the May Sunrise ScramblerChamber member Protection 1 embraces a two-word mission statement: To Grow. The company’s 2,500 employees at 75 branches clearly understand how to accomplish that mission.During today’s ...
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Economic Development
on May 19, 2014 / by admin
Chamber of Commerce, Gary Schmitt, Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition, GWEDC, War for Jobs, Wichita Metro Chamber

Is Wichita Satisfied?

Gary Schmitt(reprint of guest editorial published in the Wichita Eagle May 18, 2014 by Gary Schmitt, chairman of the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition.) Wichita’s economic recovery has been painfully slow. We’ve worked hard ...
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Economic Development
on May 16, 2014 / by admin
Chamber of Commerce, Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition, GWEDC, Jobs, Wayne Chambers, Wichita, Wichita Metro Chamber

We’re seeking your input on jobs plan

Wayne Chambers(reprint of guest editorial published in the Wichita Business Journal May 16, 2014)Wichita and surrounding communities lost one in ten jobs during the recent recession. This does not include the full impact of Boeing leaving and the ...
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on May 14, 2014 / by admin
2014 Ballet Wichita 5k Art Run, 2014 Wichita Heart Walk, City of Wichita Dog Parks, Fido 5K

Walk/run in June for the puppies, the hearts, and the arts!

Saturday, June 7 – Fido 5K and Puppy ParadeCome run with your dog! This is a RunWichita race to benefit the City of Wichita Dog Parks. There will be a 5k followed by a 1/2 mile fun run/walk with prizes for biggest, smallest, best dressed, etc. ...
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on May 13, 2014 / by admin
Chamber of Commerce, Jobs, National Small Business Week, Wichita, Wichita Metro Chamber

National Small Business Week: May 12-16

Each year since 1963, the U.S. President has issued a proclamation announcing National Small Business Week, which recognizes the contributions of America’s entrepreneurs and small business owners. This year, that week falls on May 12-16.Small ...
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Economic Development
on May 07, 2014 / by admin
Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition, GWEDC, Jobs, Wichita Metro Chamber

Jobs Fund Proposal initiates needed community discussion

Several City Council members expressed their appreciation yesterday for the work that has been done to prepare the Jobs Fund Plan titled, Will Wichita Accelerate Competition for Primary Jobs? Time for a Community Discussion. The Plan was presented ...
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on May 07, 2014 / by admin

Chamber announces 10th Annual Small Business of the Year recipients

Icon Structures Inc. and Balco, Inc. are the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce’s 2014 Small Businesses of the Year, marking the 10th year for the award program. The Chamber made the announcement today at a luncheon at the Hyatt Regency Hotel. ...
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Economic Development
on May 06, 2014 / by Gary Plummer
Chamber of Commerce, Gary Plummer, Gary Schmitt, Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition, GWEDC, Jobs, Wichita, Wichita Metro Chamber

Will Wichita Accelerate Competition for Primary Jobs?

Gary SchmittGary Schmitt, Chairman of the Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition (GWEDC), will present a Jobs Fund Plan to members of the Wichita City Council during a workshop held later this morning. The workshop takes place following the ...
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