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Derby Chamber of Commerce Newsletter June 30, 2010 |
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Customized Training Solutions, a division of Wichita Area Technical College, can solve your training needs. APICS Certifications, SHRM Preparatory Courses, Social Media, Six Sigma, Lean, Allied Health Training/CEU, Project Management, Supply Chain, Energy Auditor, and numerous other programs/certifications.
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Registered nurses (RNs) with a diploma or an associate degree in nursing may earn a Bachelor of Science degree in nursing through Southwestern College Professional Studies. This program builds on an RN's previous learning experience and is designed to position graduates for leadership roles in a variety of healthcare settings. Our program is offered completely online.
For more information,
call 316-684-5335.
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GOLD SPONSORS:
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New Members:
McDonald's Vacuum Center
Chuck Kerls
609 N. Baltimore
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 789-8484
B & B Health & Fitness
Kyle Boslaugh
1718 N. Nelson Dr.
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 768-9558
Derby Health & Rehabilitation, LLC
Lori Shryock
731 Klein Circle
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 719-2400
Derby Peanut Gallery
Now Open! Doug and Pat Conner
818 N. Baltimore
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 719-2926
Hospice Care of Kansas
Mark Davis
808 S. Hillside
Wichita, KS 67211
(316) 559-2049
Jury Eye Care
Dr. Ashley Blasi
1918 N. Rock Rd, Ste. 800
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 558-5400
KGPT 49-51
David Kerley
110 S. Main, Suite 300
Wichita, KS 67202
(316) 239-3149
Contact Change:
Southwestern College
Professional Studies
Brandon McNeal
2040 S. Rock Rd
Wichita, KS 67207
(316) 684-5335 Gage Chiropractic Center Pearl Sholts 1701 E Madison, Ste A Derby, KS 67037 (316) 788-3713
Bank of America Home Loans
Steve Farmer
100 N. Broadway, 3rd Floor
Wichita, KS 67202
(316) 261-4060
Hampton Inn
Larry Harp
1701 Cambridge
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 425-7900
H umana Inc.
Teri Bjostad
1313 N. Webb #230
Wichita, KS 67206
(316) 634-6024
KK Office Solutions
Anna Meyer 3910 N. Bridgepoint Circle
Wichita, KS 67219
(316) 944-5464
Sport Clips Haircuts
Roger Haynes-Robertson
1636 N. Rock Rd. Ste. 300
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-5588
Renewals:
Southwestern College
Professional Studies
Mary Johnson
2040 S. Rock Rd
Wichita, KS 67207
(316) 684-5335
Ysidro Dentistry
Carol Ysidro
900 E. Meadowlark
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-2118
Shirts Plus, Inc.
Cheryl Cardwell
703 N. Buckner
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-1550
Chart Marketing
Les Coker
116 N. Westfield
Wichita, KS 67212
(316) 721-9200
Goodwill Industries of Kansas, Inc.
Emily Compton
1247 Rainbow Dr.
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 789-8804
Hampton Inn
Larry Harp
1701 Cambridge
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 425-7900
ImageQuest, Inc.
Paul Morton
11021 E 26th St N
Wichita, KS 67226
(316) 686-3200
ING Independent Representative
Shawn Kuntz
PO Box 782643
Wichita, KS 67278
(316) 788-7884
Little Caesars Pizza
Chris Anderson
320 N. Rock Rd., Suite 100
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-5566
First Christian Church
Rick Wheeler
201 N. Derby
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-5503
Feist Property Management LLC
Todd Feist
13800 E. Harry
Wichita, KS 67230
(316) 733-7514
Gemstone Jewelers, Inc.
Patricia Schrag, GG, RJ, CIA
421 N Baltimore (K-15), Ste A
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 789-0078
St Andrew's Episcopal Church
Rev. Tom Wilson
1062 Chet Smith
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-2595
Wichita Canteen
John Dombo
9888 W York St
Wichita, KS 67215
(316) 524-2254
Buffalo Wild Wings
Bruce Porter
2100 N. Rock Rd., Ste. 100
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-9464
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 | Business Briefs |
Do you have a job to fill? WSU Career Services staff will help you fill part-time, full-time, temporary, occasional, one-time or seasonal jobs. Call 978-3435 for more information or visit their web site at http://careers.wichita.edu.
Cowley College is offering two classes in Kansas Lead Paint Regulations. Effective April 2010, a new EPA rule affects paid renovation contractors, maintenance workers in multi-family housing and painters and other specialty trades. The course will meet the regulations for training in Lead Safety for renovation, repair and painting. Contact the college at 620-441-5303 or
620-441-5267 for more information.
The fourth annual Summer Fest event is scheduled for Saturday, August 28 at High Park from 5:00-10:00 p.m. This event is organized by the Derby Community Coalition Promoting Healthy Choices and is sponsored in part by the City of Derby's A.C.E. Grant and community sponsorships and donations. Mailings for the event will be going out soon for sponsorship opportunities and booth reservations (booths are open from 5:00-8:00). Please contact Becky Robinson at 371-3652 or Brad Beets at 204-7338 for information.
To submit your business news, email Tara or call the Chamber office at 788-3421. |
| Downtown Wichita Community Outreach Meeting scheduled for Derby | |
Meetings are being held throughout the Wichita area to present the Downtown Wichita Draft Master Plan and get feedback on the plan's proposed vision concepts and action strategies.
A meeting will be held on Wednesday, July 14 at 7:00 pm at Derby City Hall, 611 Mulberry. This meeting will increase awareness of and gather feedback on the downtown vision.
The meeting is open to the public and everyone is encouraged to attend. |
| Young Professionals of Derby Update | |
Underwritten by: An Initiative of:
ARE YOU 21-39 YEARS OF AGE?
We want you as a part of the Young Professionals of Derby!
The Young Professionals of Derby (YPD) is a new group in 2010. The mission of YPD is to facilitate professional relationships, encourage
community involvement and inspire future leaders in the Derby area.
There are 4 Sub-Committees that are working to fulfill the mission of this group.
Networking- Sponsorship Available
Leadership- Sponsored by Emprise Bank
Mentoring- Sponsored by Emprise Bank
Community Involvement- Sponsored by Verus Bank
Get involved in any Sub-Committee to help plan future YPD events, or watch Facebook (search Young Professionals of Derby) to attend the upcoming events.
If you are a Derby Chamber Member, you can be a part of this group free of charge. Invite friends, employees or other co-workers you think might be interested.
Contact Tara by email or by phone; 316-788-3421 for more information on this group. |
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Consumption Junction |
Would you like to help plan the Chamber's largest event of the year? We are having the first Consumption Junction committee meeting on July 14th at 8:00 am at Coldwell Banker Plaza Real Estate (601 N. Baltimore). Please let us know if you are interested in serving on this committee so we can keep you updated on the meeting schedule.
Email Tara to join this committee. |
| New Teacher and Administrator Lunch
| | August 9, 2010 at 11:30 am
Derby High School Commons - 920 N. Rock Rd.
Sponsored by:
This event is the Derby Chamber's opportunity to showcase our member businesses as we welcome the teachers and administrators who will be new to USD 260 this coming school year.
Businesses can get involved by:
- Reserving a table to showcase your business (includes 1 lunch.)- $60
- Inserting items in the Welcome Bags for new teachers. - $35
- Attending the luncheon - $12 per person.
- Sponsorships to give your business additional exposure are still available. Contact the Chamber office for more information.
The catered luncheon will be provided by Artisan Catering. The public is invited to attend.
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| Ribbon Cuttings |
Ribbon Cutting - June 25, 2010
Brackeen Chiropractic Wellness and Rehab
320 N. Rock Rd, Ste 300
Ribbon Cutting - June 4, 2010
Subway K-15
402 N. Baltimore |
| Maximize Your Chamber Benefits | |
July 13, 2010 - Noon to 1:00
Chamber Office, 330 E. Madison
Limited to 6 people per session.
Open to Chamber members and potential members.
No cost to attend.
If you would like to maximize the benefits your membership offers, grab a lunch and drop by the Chamber office for a quick demonstration and question and answer session.
- Is your online directory listing attracting customers?
- Are you creating online coupons in your business listing?
- Would you like to meet more business peers?
- Have you viewed your business referral report to see how many customers you have gained through the Chamber?
The Chamber offers numerous business networking and marketing opportunities to bring more attention to your business. Drop by to see how your business can grow with your Chamber membership.
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| Web site Coupons |
 Look for the coupon link on the home page of www.derbychamber.com (lower left) and see the businesses who currently offer coupons on the Chamber's web site. Your business can add, edit or change a coupon in the members-only section. For more information or a demo, contact Rhonda at the Chamber office. |
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