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, and numerous other programs and certifications.
View the Customized Training Tab or contact Michelle Ruder at 316-253-2910 or mruder@watc.edu |
| Chamber Champion of the Quarter |
 Lisa MolingAmerican Family Insurance
Lisa Moling attended 12 events, recruited 2 new members and accomplished Champion On Call duties.
Call her at 788-1526 to congratulate her for her award of Champion of the Quarter! |
| Ambassador of the Quarter | |
Rebecca Kay
Mary Kay Cosmetics
Rebecca Kay attended 11 events in the 2nd Quarter.
Call her at 993-1301 to congratulate her for her award of Ambassador of the Quarter! |
| New Members | |
Barkers Bath and Boutique
Melody Bevier
126 E. Madison
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-8869
Auto Masters Collision & Service Center
Darcie Oursler
910 Nelson Dr
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-5722 |
| Contact Changes |
Atwoods Ranch and Home
David Adams
333 Red Powell Dr
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 789-1800
Bank of the West
Tommy Ahlf
300 N Rock Rd
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-9800
McDonald's Vacuum Center
Samantha McDonald
609 N. Baltimore
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 789-8484
(Please mark your records! Last week's Enewsletter reflected incorrect inforamtion for Samantha McDonald.)
Smashburger
Robert Nelson
1220 N. Rock Rd
Derby, KS 67037
(316) 788-4260
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| BUSINESS BRIEFS | |
McConnell Air Show this weekend!
The public is invited to attend the 2010 Open House at McConnell Air Force Base on Sept. 25 and 26. The Thunderbirds, the premier aerial demonstration team of the U.S. Air Force, will perform as the signature act for Team McConnell. The Open House offers the public an up-close look at military and civilian aerial demonstrations and static-displays from across the U.S.
Gates will open at 10 a.m. The event is free of charge and open to the public. The City of Derby will have a tent at the Open House, so stop by to grab some shade!
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Office suites available for lease. 330 E. Madison inside the Valley State Bank Building. Single or multiple offices include paid utilities and ample parking. For more information, contact Ginny Wilkes at 788-3701.
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Fashion Bug is OPEN!
Fashion Bug in Derby was closed temporarily after a car crashed through the front of the store. No one was injured, but the front of the store was damaged and is currently under repair. The store is OPEN for business while the construction is being completed. Fashion Bug is located at 1906 Johnson Drive, just south of Wal-mart. |
| SHOWCASE YOUR BUSINESS AT
CONSUMPTION JUNCTION | |
 Join us for the Biggest Event in Town October 21, 2010.
TICKETS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE ONLINE!
Businesses can donate an item (or items) to Consumption Junction, the Chamber's annual auction and food fest, which will showcase your business at this community event! All businesses that donate will receive publicity on the Chamber web site, in the event program and in the Derby Informer. Fill out the commitment form here to donate!
For more information, contact the Chamber at 788-3421.
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| GOOD MORNING, DERBY!! CHAMBER BREAKFAST | |
October 7, 2010 7:00 am
Powerhouse - 302 N. Georgie
$10 to attend
Sponsored by:
Emily Compton, President/CEO of Goodwill Industries, Inc., will provide an overview of the many social service programs that Goodwill Industries supports in our community. Ms. Compton will also give an update on the success of the local Goodwill store which is celebrating their one year anniversary in Derby.
Reservations required. RSVP before 5:00 pm October 5, 2010. Cancellations after October 5th will be invoiced as guarantees have already been made on your behalf. |
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Going Green! | | |
Order your lights today in time for holiday lighting delivery! Call John Stulsatz at 788-5416 to order.
The Derby Chamber of Commerce is encouraging business owners and managers to decorate their buildings, windows and store fronts with green L.E.D. lights this holiday season.
Why green L.E.D. lights? The "Going Green" holiday theme will promote Derby's business community AND energy conservation. L.E.D. lights are more brilliant and durable than traditional lights and use 1/10 the electricity. New marketing opportunities can be created in the future to bring attention to shopping in Derby. Green lights will encourage people to keep the "green" in Derby by shopping locally. Plan now to be one of the first businesses to "Go Green." John Stuhlsatz, TenderCare Lawn and Landscape (788-5416), will provide bids for installing the lights or lights can be ordered from TenderCare at a competitive price to install yourself. A limited supply of green lights will also be available at Derby Wal-Mart, Lowes and Dillons. Help spread the word! Work with neighboring businesses in your shopping center to create a "Going Green" plan. If you don't own your building, encourage the owner/property manager to get involved and help light up the business community. If you can't trim the building, trim something! A little bit of green here and there will still add to the overall "green" landscape. More information
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| CONSUMPTION JUNCTION SPONSORSHIPS | |
Consumption Junction
October 21, 2010
Doors open at 6:00 pm
Mattox Arena
Consumption Junction is the Chamber's biggest event of the year. Over 400 people come out to bid on 200 silent and live auction items while sampling menu items from 13 Derby restaurants. It's an evening of great food, great fun and great deals!
Visit the Chamber's Web site for a list of participating restaurants and the growing list of donated items. You won't want to miss out on the fun! Live Auction Sponsored by:
Silent Auction Sponsored by: 
Sections Sponsored by:
PrePaid Legal Services, Inc. - Lisa Eaglin
Geotechnical Services Inc.
Derby Informer
Miller Electric
Ticket Sponsor:
CL!X Portrait Studios of Derby
Program Sponsor:
Sport Clips
Beverage Sponsor:
MADROCKS Sports Bar T-shirt Sponsor:
Mark It ADvantange
There are many opportunities to get involved in this event:
Contact Tara for more information on this event. |
| RIBBON CUTTINGS | |
Welcome our Newest Members!
Members are invited and encouraged to attend Ribbon Cutting ceremonies. If you would like to be added to the E-Mail reminder list, please let us know!
September 17, 2010
Diggin' Inn
1021 N. K15 Highway
Derby, KS 67037
September 10, 2010
Spencer, Wernli Financial Consultants, Inc.
1033 N. Buckner, Suite 200
(Inside Verus Bank)
Derby, KS 67037
Upcoming Ribbon Cuttings:
CANCELLED - September 24, 2010 - 1:15 pm
Auto Masters Collision and Service Center
910 Nelson Dr
Derby, KS 67037
This event will be rescheduled. Watch upcoming newsletters for information on the rescheduled event!
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| YOUNG PROFESSIONALS OF DERBY | |
Join us at our next event:
Charles Hubbard Environmental Lab Clean-Up October 2nd from 9:00 am to 4:00pm (Come and Go) Behind Derby Hills Elementary School RSVP to TaraThe Community Involvement Series is sponsored by: 
For a list of other upcoming events check out the YPD Web Page. For more information on YPD, E-mail Tara. |
| CONSUMPTION JUNCTION FOOD FEST | |
Don't miss out on the fun!
Buy your tickets today for Consumption Junction.
This year's Consumption Junction event will showcase the culinary specialties of 13 Derby restaurants and caterers. On October 21, get the real taste of Derby by attending Consumption Junction. Menu sampling beings at 6:00 pm.
The featured restaurants and caterers for this event will be:
Applebee's
Artisan Catering
Buffalo Wild Wings
Blackberry Lane Cookie Co.
Dillon's Marketplace
Freddy's Frozen Custard and Steakburgers
Jayleen Catering and Culinary Arts
MADROCKS Sports Bar
Sig's Gourmet Butcher Shop
Subway
Talliano's
Village Inn
Wal-Mart Supercenter |
| Candidate Forum | | |
October 5, 2010
Derby City Hall Council Chambers
611 Mulberry
Sponsored by:
Sedgwick County Commission 4th District Candidates:
Gwen Welshimer Jim Skelton
House of Representatives 82nd District Candidates:
Jim Howell E.L. Lee Kinch
The Derby Chamber of Commerce is hosting a Candidate Forum for Sedgwick County Commission District 4 and House of Representatives 82nd District.
The forum will be conducted in two parts with Jim Skelton and incumbent Gwen Welshimer, candidates for Sedgwick County Commission District 4, starting at 6:30 pm. The forum for House of Representatives District 82 candidates Jim Howell and E.L. Lee Kinch will begin at 7:30. Between the two forums, candidates will be available to discuss issues one-one-one with the public.
The forum will be broadcast live on Derby Cable Channel 7 on October 5, then rebroadcast on Mondays at 4:00 pm, Wednesdays at 7:00 pm and Saturdays at 10:00 am through November 1. Questions for the candidates will be solicited from the general public. The deadline for submission is Friday, September 24. Please e-mail your questions or use this question form. If you have any questions about the forum, please contact the Chamber office at 788-3421. |
| MAXIMIZE YOUR CHAMBER BENEFITS - ROUND TABLE | |
October 12, 2010 12:00 noon
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.
Contact Rhonda for more information. |
| WEB SITE COUPONS | |  Look for the coupon link on
the home page of www.derbychamber.com
(lower left) and see the businesses that 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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