The Experience a Newsletter for the Greater Burlington Partnership

October 2013 Vol. 93 No. 10 The Experience A Newsletter for the Greater Burlington Partnership

Greater Burlington Named Regional Sports Authority District p5

Partnering for the Future II p9

View The Experience at www.greaterburlington.com 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 Burlington, Iowa USA 52601 Phone: 319-752-6365 FAX: 319-752-6454 E-mail: [email protected] Website: www.greaterburlington.com Volume 93 No. 10 Leadership

Greater Burlington Leadership is excited to announce the 2013-2014 class. Greater Burlington News Leadership is a professional development series designed for individuals who want to Vote for Greater Burlington develop and strengthen their leadership skills within the community. The program gives both Website experienced and developing leaders a broader view of civic leadership responsibilities and Page 4 opportunities through direct contact with a wide spectrum of institutions and people who Named Sports Authority District shape the community in which we live and work. Page 5 Think Local - Buy Local - Be Local This Holiday Season Page 6 Downtown Welcomed Preserve Iowa Summit Page 7 Holidays are a Great Time Downtown Page 8 Partnering for the Future II Page 9 - 12 Benefits of Chamber Membership Page 13 L to R Front Row: Megan Bell, Great River Entertainment; Melissa Schwenker, Greater Burlington Partnership; Business Successes & New Michelle Gebhardt, Two Rivers Insurance and Investment Services; Sarah Schwartz, Alcohol & Drug Members Dependency Service of SE Iowa; Cassie Shill, Great River Health Systems; Beth Partain, Two Rivers Bank & Page 14 & 15 Trust and Gena Parsons, Danville Telecom Calendar of Events L to R Back Row: Jason Strandberg, Great Western Bank; Jeff Miller, Klingner and Associates, PC; Will Page 16 Stuekerjuergen, Refreshment Services Pepsi; Jill Ita, Employee Benefit Systems; Jeff Johnson, J & S Electronic Member Information Business Systems; Deborah Green, Big River Resources West Burlington, LLC.; Patty Moad, Farmers & Page 17 Merchants Bank & Trust; Adam Kerns, Two Rivers Insurance Services and Cyndi Parks, Two Rivers Bank & Trust Upcoming Partnership Events Page 18 October Sponsor: Iowa Workforce Development & KPI Concepts Partnership Calendar Page 19 Kay Sackville Breuer Sherri Krause Beth Nickel YP Offers Excitement to Members Vice President Finance Manager Convention & Visitors Bureau Page 20 319-208-0041 319-208-0044 Exec. Dir. 319-208-0045 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] Just A Thought Page 4 Belinda Colwell Becky Kuster Melissa Schwenker Administrative Assistant CVB Ass. & Welcome Center Membership Director Front Cover Photo: 319-208-0042 Coordinator 319-208-0052 319-208-0046 Dennis Fraise [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] 319-753-0690 [email protected] www.cdot3.com Steve Frevert Brenda Levitt David Toyer Downtown Partners, Inc. Econ. Development & Govt. Dir. of Economic Development SUBSCRIPTIONS: Price is $24, which is Exec. Dir. 319-208-0056 Affairs Coord. 319-208-0047 319-208-0053 included in annual events fees. Non-members: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] $3 per issue. Periodicals postage paid at Burlington, Iowa. POSTMASTER: The Experience is published monthly by the Greater Burlington Jason Hutcheson Sheila Newman Brenda Wischmeier Partnership. POSTMASTER send address changes President & CEO Program Director Director of Marketing to The Experience (USPS 001-692), 610 North 319-208-0043 319-208-0048 319-208-0040 Fourth Street, Suite 200, Burlington, Iowa 52601 [email protected] [email protected] [email protected]

page 2 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 Celebrate and Recognize Area Manufacturers October is Manufacturers Appreciation Month and the Greater Kent’s story is a testimony to the power of following your Burlington Partnership is geared up and ready to recognize area dreams. Many doors in Kent’s life have been closed, but it has manufacturers at the Manufacturers Appreciation Luncheon always been the next door that leads to something greater. Kent on Friday, October 4, with exhibits opening at 11:20 am at the is a firm believer in taking risks. He is a natural leader who PZAZZ! Convention & Event Center. strives to constantly excel and inspire others to do the same. His magical story will captivate and motivate audiences to think Nationally recognized coach Kent Stock about “How They Want To Be Remembered!” is the featured keynote speaker. Kent is the man who coached the Norway, IA Join us in thanking event sponsor PZAZZ! Entertainment baseball team during their now-famous Complex in helping make this event possible. final season. As depicted in the 2007 Area manufacturers make up 19% of the workforce and are a great film, “The Final Season,” the nationally part of our community. recognized Norway baseball team defied the odds and won Norway’s 20th Area manufacturers receive four free lunches, non manufacturers state title in what became the team’s and additional tickets are $20. Don’t miss out, send your RSVP final season before being merged with to Belinda Colwell, Administrative Assistant, by October 3 at a larger school district. [email protected] or 319-208-0042. On the Cover Featured on the cover is the Government Affairs committee of the federal elected officials and public school board members thanking Greater Burlington Partnership. them for their service to our community. This committee of hard working volunteers promotes The Partnership thanks this group of volunteers for all they do. communication and collaboration of the Des Moines County Featured on the cover (left to right): Chad Palmer, Energyficient business community and local, state and federal government Systems; Dr. Nathan Gause, Great River Orthopaedic Specialists; officials and agencies. Dr. Jerry Jochims, Great River Orthopaedic Specialists; Patty Jaeger, MidWestOne Bank; Mary Beaird, Southeast Iowa Regional Throughout the year they develop and coordinate the Partnership’s Airport Authority; J. Byers Wolf, Energyficient Systems and Tom legislative action plan and lead economic summits in Des Moines Greene, Heritage Park Pharmacy. Not Pictured: Jeff Burkhart, and Washington, D.C. The committee actively encourages Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust; Andrew Hoth, Hoth Law members to seek elected positions in local government. Forums Firm; Jerry Krause, MidWestOne Bank; Doug Martin, Dresser- are held during yearly elections including school, city, county Rand; Jerry Sherwood, Sherwood Company and Matt Shinn, Two and state elections. Eggs & Issues Breakfasts and Pasta & Politics Rivers Bank & Trust. Luncheons allow Chamber of Commerce members to meet public officials to discuss face to face the issues that affect businesses. A special thank you to the photographer, Dennis Fraise, cdot3 Also, an appreciation event is held in January for local, state, and for his time and talent.

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[email protected] • www.greaterburlington.com page 3 Vote for Greater Just a Burlington Website Thought The Greater Burlington Partnership has partnered with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, creating a one-stop advocacy Visitors Appreciate Community website that enables users to communicate with area officials For the most part, the peak visitor season has come to When I drive south of Division Street, I think about and receive action alerts and a close in the Greater Burlington area. Over the last few Cascade bridge. Visitors, however, think about the access information such as: months, families, business groups, group tours and small enormous parks with beautiful landscapes. When I delegations have all had an opportunity to spend time in visit Mosquito Park, I think about the failure of the Voters Resources: Enter your our community. government to reinvest in our locks and dams and allow address to access a list of your federal, state, and local officials It is always great to spend time with these visitors to gain for adequate flood control. Visitors, however, see the some insight into their thoughts. Here are some of the breathtaking bluff views. When I drive Jefferson Street, and the executive cabinet. From comments I personally heard this year: I see the sheet metal, plywood, and dark windows that I there, you are one click away from wish were full of life. Visitors see character, history, great information such as committee “This is once of the cleanest communities places to shop, and culture. involvement and local and federal I have ever been in.” When you live in a community, it is easy to get blinded by contact information. “Your architecture is amazing.” the challenges. Visitors see only what’s directly in front of them- and they like what they see. Take Action: Watch for action “You get to have these views each and every day?” alerts on hot topics in the In the last reportable year, the tourism industry in Des “You guys really have it going on.” legislature and what you can do to Moines County enjoyed the third-fastest rate of growth in help. “The downtown is so picturesque.” Iowa. We are getting more and more visitors every year, and that is a great thing on many levels. Latest News: Current news I provided a small group from Chile with a tour of our community several months ago, and I built about 15 Take some time this month to drive around the area. articles are pulled through Google minutes at Snake Alley into the agenda. Mutiny almost Don’t think about the problems, but instead, try putting News using key words from issue occurred because I should have scheduled an hour. on the lens of a visitor. What do you see? What are we statements affecting the area. In addition to driving down the crookedest street in doing really well? Then take a moment to post a reason America, they wanted to walk up the hill, take pictures by why you love our community on Facebook, Twitter, or Quick Poll: Views can participate the sign proving they were there, capture images of the the social media outlet of your choice. If we all loved the in a “quick poll” on an issue skyline, post Facebook pictures from the various heights Greater Burlington area as much as visitors did, think affecting our region. Results are of the attraction, etc. Yes- they wanted a full hour just at about the free publicity that would generate. posted on the site. Snake Alley. We live in a great place- let’s proclaim it to the world! Federal, State & Local Issues: The comments from outsiders are incredibly The Partnership’s positions can encouraging, and we learn so much from them. Jason Hutcheson, President & CEO be found under the Federal Issues Greater Burlington Partnership and State & Local Issues tabs. www.voteforgreaterburlington.com

page 4 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 Be a Marketing Ninja City Council Forums Chamber of Commerce members are encouraged to attend The dates have been set for the Burlington and West “Be a Marketing Ninja” each month to learn new marketing Burlington City Council Forums. Candidates running for tools and grow their businesses. These no cost mini sessions three open seats on the Burlington City Council will address are held over the noon hour in the Winegard Board Room. questions raised by representatives of the Government Affairs Bring your own lunch, listen, learn and share. Business Committee on October 29. The forum will be held in the owners, marketing staff, human resources and administrative council chamber at Burlington’s City Hall, 400 Washington, staff are encouraged to attend. Burlington at 6:30 pm. The forum will be broadcast live on channel 18 and rebroadcast on Friday, November 1 at 5:30 pm. This month’s “Be A Marketing Ninja” will be held on Tuesday, October 29 at 12 pm on “Linkedin” with Jeff Ebbing, The West Burlington City Council Forum will be held the Director of Marketing and Communications at Southeastern following day on Wednesday, October 30 at 6:30 pm. It will Community College. be held in West Burlington’s City Hall at 122 Broadway Street, RSVP by September 23 to Belinda Colwell, Administrative West Burlington. Candidates will be running for two available Assistant at [email protected] or 319-208-0042. seats on the West Burlington City Council. Mark your calendars for the November 19 “Be A Marketing You can view the forums at www.westburlington.org. It will be Ninja” on “Search Engine Optimization” with Robb Beltran, archived for future viewing on the same site. Both forums are Account Executive at Global Reach Internet Productions. open to the public. Greater Burlington Named Regional Sports Authority District The Greater Burlington Convention & Visitors Bureau and Thank you to the following sporting event partners for helping Greater Burlington Sports Commission were successful obtain this funding: in obtaining a $50,000 grant from the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) for FY14. The IDEA approves • Iowa State USBC Bowling Tournament up to ten Regional Sports Authority Districts each year. Each • Burlington Monster Match Soccer Tournament approved district receives a $50,000 state grant which can • Tournament of Champions be used to promote sporting events in the designated sports district. • Summer Soccer Showcase (Two Events) • Snake Alley Criterium A total of nine sporting events were approved by the Greater Burlington Sports Commission. Only Iowa Convention • A.S.A Men’s Class D State Softball Tournament &Visitors Bureaus with established Sports Commissions are (Burlington RecPlex) eligible to apply for the funding. • A.S.A. Girls’ 12U Class A/B State Softball (Burlington RecPlex) For more information, contact Beth Nickel, Executive Director of Convention & Visitors Bureau, at • NJCAA Division I Men’s Golf National Tournament [email protected] or 319-208-0045.

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The leaves are a bright array of vivid colors, and a cool breeze is in the air. The smell of a fire burning reminds you that autumn is here, and the holidays are just around the corner. Oh, the holidays, the hustle and bustle and the long list of things to do.

If that thought brings you back to reality, save yourself time and What Buying Local Does! money while supporting your friends and neighbors. Shop Greater Burlington this holiday season, then enjoy your extra time and play in Greater Burlington.

From the everyday groceries to that one of a kind gift, Greater Burlington has a wide variety of family-owned businesses and those name brand shopping attractions you have come to love. Then, enjoy the area attractions like the scenic river view or just have a relaxing dinner at one of the area restaurants.

When you keep your dollars local, you show support to your friends, family and neighbors. When you do, you are investing back into the community, helping it thrive.

Top Reasons to Think Local - Buy Local - Be Local

1. Buy Local - Support Yourself 7. Invest in the Community 2. Support Community Groups 8. Put Taxes to Good Use 3. Keep the Community Unique 9. Buy What You Want, Not What Someone 4. Reduce Environmental Impact Wants You to Buy 5. Create Jobs 10. Encourage Local Prosperity 6. Get Better Service www.sustainableconnections.org/thinklocal/why

Golf Classic Summer Street Animal Clinic reigned as the champion at the 14th Annual Chamber of Commerce Golf Classic held on Thursday, August 22. “The championship brought an end to a fun-filled day of socializing by Chamber of Commerce members and guests,” said Kay Sackville Breuer, Vice President.

The Chamber of Commerce also thanks the many sponsors who made this event possible. Their continued support helps offset major increases in annual membership dues. L to R: Dr. Heath Hillyard, Casey Bowen, Keith Larson and Dan Kies

page 6 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • (319) 752-6365 Downtown Welcomed Preserve Iowa Summit Downtown Burlington was at its best when hundreds of people attended the three-day Preserve Iowa Summit in August. Volunteers and Greater Burlington Partnership staff spent months planning the statewide conference, which included workshops, forums, and tours focused on historic preservation and downtown revitalization. Many hours were also spent decorating downtown windows and sprucing up the streetscape in advance of the Summit, which drew more than 325 attendees from Iowa and beyond to several downtown venues.

Along with educational sessions, conference goers were able to tour a number of historic districts and rehabilitation projects, including the Manufacturing & Wholesale Historic District, the Des Moines County Heritage Center, and the First United Methodist Church. In the evenings they were able to enjoy several social events, including a special dessert reception on the rooftop of a downtown condo. The response to the conference was overwhelmingly positive; we heard many compliments about our volunteers, our shops and restaurants, and our beautiful community.

Downtown Partners and the Greater Burlington Convention & Visitors Bureau greatly appreciate the support of area businesses, organizations and individuals in making the Preserve Iowa Summit a resounding success. The positive feelings from the Summit are creating even more interest in downtown development; stay tuned!

[email protected] • www.greaterburlington.com page 7 Holidays Are a Great Time Downtown!

Fall Wine Walk Trick or Treat pm Saturday, October 19, 5 - 8 Friday, October 25, 4 - 6pm

Underground Tour Holiday Open House Saturday, October 26, 9 pm am Sunday, November 10, 12 - 4

Lighted Holiday Parade Saturday, November 30, 5 PM Lighted Holiday Parade Living Windows pm Thursday, December 12, 6 - 8 Saturday, November 30, 5 pm Visit www.greaterburlington.com for all event details! page 8 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 PARTNERING for theFuture II MOVING FORWARD 2014 - 2018

FIVE YEARS OF ACHIEVEMENT The Greater Burlington Partnership is the identity for the overall organization that includes the Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development, Convention and Visitors Bureau and Downtown Partners, Inc. The shared vision is to ensure that Greater Burlington is a growing regional center of commerce, industry, education, health care, entertainment and culture that provides a great place to live and work.

The Partnership’s most recent initiative,Partnering for the Future, which began in the fall of 2008, provided significant benefits to Burlington, West Burlington and the surrounding area. Despite the worst economy since the Great Depression, investors committed $1.5 million over five years through Partnering for the Future for business recruitment and retention, workforce development and worker recruitment, downtown revitalization and tourism.

The Partnership has an impressive track record of success over the last five years as a result ofPartnering for the Future. While the current campaign runs through the end of 2013, here are the results to date:

• 24 New Projects • 800 New Primary Jobs Created • 543 Primary Jobs Retained • $107 Million + in Capital Investment Realized • More than $414 Million in Tourism Expenditures • 23 New Residential Units in Downtown Burlington and Dozens More in the Pipeline

With these outstanding accomplishments, the Greater Burlington area was recently ranked 30th in the nation by Site Selection magazine in its annual rankings of micropolitan statistical areas. Micropolitans are geographic centers with an urban population of between 10,000 and 50,000 residents. There are 576 micropolitans throughout the United States and more than a dozen in Iowa. Greater Burlington was ranked #1 in Iowa and the surrounding states.

The Greater Burlington area is primed to achieve even greater heights in this competitive global economy. The success of the past five years is only the beginning. MAINTAINING MOMENTUM Despite the Partnership’s recent success, there are many challenges facing the Greater Burlington area and Des Moines County. Like many communities throughout the country, Burlington area businesses are having a difficult time identifying, hiring and retaining skilled workers. Now is the time to fund the next five-year plan with a focus on strengthening workforce development and worker attraction, business expansion and attraction, capital investment and community enhancement.

In January 2013, Convergent Nonprofit Solutions LLC conducted a feasibility study for a new, five-year, draft economic growth program for the Greater Burlington Partnership. The plan was tested and refined through interviews with area business and community leaders. After receiving positive feedback from the community, Matt Shinn, the Partnership launched Partnering for the Future II. Campaign Co-Chair Two Rivers Bank & Trust VISION FOR THE FUTURE

With input received from four boards of directors, nearly five dozen business leaders, and our outstanding team members, the plan represents a bold vision for the future.

Aggressive Goals. New jobs. The attraction of capital. Property redevelopment. Population growth. Leadership development. Community marketing. Available workforce. All of these elements and more are contained in the plan linked to aggressive goals and performance measures. Small thinking often yields insignificant results while big thinking leads to powerful outcomes. This plan is aggressive, yet achievable.

Competitive Positioning. Economic development is not for the faint of heart. The competition in Iowa and across the nation is intense. Other communities will raise more money, but the team at the Partnership is second to none. They are true professionals in their given fields and have been trained to leverage every dollar for maximum results.

Accountability. $1.75 million is a sign of strong support for the community. As stewards of these resources, accountability is paramount. The Burlington Area Development Foundation has an independent board of trustees, and its sole purpose is to monitor the utilization of Partnering for the Future II funds and ensure adequate progress toward the goals. The Partnership is a four-star accredited organization by the US Chamber and is audited annually in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles.

Defining the Future. When you look around the community, you can see the results of bold leadership. Our community has endured its share of difficult times, yet there is every reason to be optimistic about the future. In 20 years, the next batch of leaders will evaluate the work we did today. Let’s give them something to talk about. Together, we can change the fate of our community.

Steve Delaney, Campaign Co-Chair The Hawk Eye CAMPAIGN LEADERSHIP TEAM

TITANIUM DIVISION PLATINUM DIVISION GOLD DIVISION

C.L. Walsh K.C. Fleming Mike Shinn Jim Leiting Tyler Cook Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust Great River Health Systems MidWestOne Bank Big River Resources Snyder’s - Lance

SILVER DIVISION HONORARY

Gary Schmeiser Jerry Courtney Mark Richardson C.E. Walsh Jerry Krause Sterzing Food Company Northwestern Mutual Great River Heath Systems Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust MidWestOne Bank VISION FOR THE FUTURE MOVING FORWARD CAMPAIGN GOAL $1,750,000

For complete details about the individual goals, log on to www.greaterburlington.com/ about_future.cfm

GOLD DIVISION To determine the true economic value of Partnering for the Future II over the next five years, the Partnership used an independent study to outline the plan’s benefits. Below represents the analysis of ROI:

750 PRIMARY JOBS would create an additional 460 SECONDARY JOBS. Average primary job is expected to pay $15.00 AN HOUR. Expected to generate $32,293,134 in total payroll earnings annually. Should result in $2,790,406 in new annual JOB deposits for area banks. GROWTH Projected New Consumer Expenditures: $17,850,450 INVESTOR HONOR ROLL 2014-2018

TITANIUM INVESTORS ($100,000 +) GOLD INVESTORS ($25,000 + $49,999) Doran & Ward Printing Company Alliant Energy Alfagomma America, Inc. Edward Jones/Jon Hart Case New Holland Brockway Mechanical & Roofing Company Farmers Savings Bank Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust City of West Burlington Graystone Construction, Inc. Great River Health Systems COBO International Great Western Bank Two Rivers Bank & Trust Danville Telecom Hawkeye Pedershaab Winegard Foundation Frank Millard & Company Huffman’s Farm & Home General Electric Company Ideal Ready Mix Company PLATINUMMOVING INVESTORS ($50,000 + $99,999) Pritchard BroadcastingFORWARD Corporation IH Mississippi Valley Credit Union Big River Resources West Burlington, LLC S.G. Construction Jerry & Patricia Courtney Borghi USA, Inc. Snyder’s-Lance, Incorporated Klingner and Associates, PC Des Moines County Board of Supervisors Sterzing Food Company KPI Concepts, Inc. Dresser-Rand TriOak Foods Lunning Chapel, Inc. Great River Entertainment U.S. Bank Mann’s McDonalds, L.C. MidWest Bank One Valley Distribution Corporation Myers Construction, Inc. Standard of Beaverdale Northeast Missouri Electric Power The Hawk Eye SILVER DIVISION (Up to $25,000) Cooperative, Inc. Two Rivers Insurance Services 3E Electrical Engineering and Equipment Co. 2014 American EyeCare- and Freedom2018 LASIK Pierson Farms Ann M. Menke, CPA, P.C. Preferred Products Corporation Thank you for investing in Becker’s Jewelers & Gemologists Pritchard Broadcasting Corporation our community. Thank you Brad Randolph, D.D.S. Rheinschmidt’s Flooring, LLC for making it a place where Billups Tire & Service Centers River Ridge Dental Care people want to work, live and Bruner, Cooper & Zuck, Inc. Roderick Kellogg, MD play. Thank you for making an Burlington Trailways Shottenkirk Superstore investment in the future of your Carl A. Nelson & Company Southeastern Community College business. Thank you for making Century 21 Deb Fowler/Jon Salvador State Farm – John Korschgen an investment in the Partnering CenturyLink Summer Street Animal Clinic Children’s Dental Center of SE Iowa The Sherwood Company for the Future II campaign. Cleveland Dermatology Titan Broadcasting Matt Shinn, Campaign Co-Chair CPA Associates, P.C. TD&T Financial Group, P.C. Two Rivers Bank & Trust Deery Brothers, Inc. Vincent and Nina Cullen Foundation Investors as of 09/19/13 There is still time to participate in this community effort. Use this form to become an investor in the area’s economic vitality. PLEDGE FORM Firm Name: ______Name: ______Title: ______Billing Contact: ______Address: ______City: ______State: ______Zip: ______Phone: ______Email: ______Signature: ______Date: ______

Our pledge to support the Partnering with the Future II five-year initiative will be$ ______Billed: Annually ______Semi-Annually ______Quarterly ______First Payment Starting ______

Please make checks payable to: The Burlington/West Burlington Area Foundation Please mail checks to: The Burlington/West Burlington Area Foundation 610 N. 4th Street, Suite Burlington, IA 52601 Take Advantage of Your Remaining 2013 Chamber of Commerce Benefits

Manufacturers Luncheon This is your opportunity to recognize and show appreciation to area manufacturers. MOVING FORWARD October 4 - PZAZZ! Convention & Event Center

Quarterly Coffee It’s your time to shine! Share your opportunities and learn what’s new at the Greater Burlington Partnership. 2014 - 2018 October 23 - Winegard Conference Room at the Greater Burlington Partnership Be A Marketing Ninja Opportunity to attend each month and learn new marketing tools to grow your business. October 29 - Linkedin at the Greater Burlington Partnership November 21- Search Engine Optimization at the Greater Burlington Partnership

Business After Hours This is your opportunity to meet new people and network your business. October 24 - Hosted by: Two Rivers Bank & Trust November 21- Hosted by: SunnyBrook Assisted Living December 9 - Hosted by: Holiday Showcase

These opportunities are at no cost to you and your employees. We encourage you to contact us and find out more information and get involved!

Marketing Opportunities for Your Business The Experience Newsletter Friday Facts The premier communication piece of the Greater A weekly update featuring “What’s New” in and Burlington Partnership, The Experience newsletter around Greater Burlington, that is emailed to more is printed monthly and distributed to 1,700 than 1,100 business people each Friday. businesses with page 13 dedicated to Members. Community Calendar Business Successes An online community calendar for members to have Celebrate your business successes with the the opportunity to submit their event, celebration Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors with a or open house. The online community calendar Ribbon Cutting. receives more than 1,500 hits every month.

[email protected] • www.greaterburlington.com page 13 BUSINESS SUCCESSES

Stories Cafe Taco Johns Michael Grimm, Manager, Clients and Ambassadors celebrated their Bill Corrick, Owner, staff and Ambassadors celebrated their Ground Grand Opening on September 4. Located at 210 Court St, Burlington. Breaking on September 12. Located at 130 Roosevelt Ave, Burlington.

Quarterly Coffee Member Meeting

It’s your time to shine! A new benefit of membership, the Quarterly Coffee Member Meeting will offer your business the spotlight. Members can promote a new employee, awards and honors, expansions and moves, events and new Chamber of Commerce memberships. The Quarterly Coffee Member Meeting is open to all members and their employees. To be placed on the agenda for October 23, contact Melissa Schwenker, Membership Director at [email protected] or 319-208-0046. The Quarterly Coffee Member Meeting will be at 8:30am at the Greater Burlington Partnership. This is a great way to meet other members and stay up to date with what is happening at the Greater Burlington Partnership.

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page 14 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 NEW MEMBERS Brandy Swartz Photography and B Gallery Paparazzi Accessories 417 1/2 Jefferson St, Burlington, 815-878-5482, www.photographybybrandy.com 909 Summer Street, Burlington, 319-759-8305, Brandy Swartz , Owner and Photographer, [email protected] www.paparazziaccessories.com/14897 Brandy Swartz Photography and B Gallery is an eclectic storefront home to Dana Hinnenkamp, Independent Consultant, vibrant photography, art amp; handmade jewelry. Brandy Swartz offers fresh, [email protected] unique photography services, while also filling the walls with creative art from Fashion. Fun. Five bucks. Come see what the Paparazzi party is all about. We talented local artists. carry bracelets, necklaces, fashion rings, headbands, hair clips and glamour for the little diva’s. Caring Connections 606 Spring St, Burlington, 319-208-1957, www.caringconnectionsnow.com Pink Box Confections Candice Ives, Administrative Director/CFO, [email protected] 404 East Harlan, Mount Pleasant, 319-385-3437, www.pinkboxconfections.net Caring Connections is a family owned and operated home care business Pam Johnson, Owner/Baker, [email protected] serving Burlington and surrounding areas. We offer a variety of care options Baking from scratch with fresh ingredients, Pink Box offers a wide variety of that can be tailored to your individual wants and needs. Your health may both sweet and savory baked goods. Displayed locally at the Gallery Gift shop change but your quality of life shouldn’t. That is why our care attendants with delivery of fresh baked goods to the Burlington area three times a week. are not only trained to provide superior service, they do it with compassion. Allow us to become an extension of your family and care for you in the Precision Repair comfort of your own home. Whether you need personal assistance, meal 1701 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington, 319-752-4361 preparation, or someone to provide companionship, we are here for you! Randy Crowner, Owner, [email protected] Call us today for a free in-home assessment and let us connect with you! Providing services for all your automotive needs. Fur-Feathers & More Stories Cafe 2825 Mount Pleasant St, Burlington, 319-754-2158, www.fur-feathersandmore.com 210 Court Street, Burlington, 319-753-1647, Lisa Bolander, Owner, [email protected] Michael Grim, General Manager, [email protected] We have Hermit Crabs, Birds, Hedgehogs, Ant Farms, Chinchillas, Cages, Bird Toys, Stories Cafe is in association with Hope Haven and our clients work at the Waters, Air Purifiers, Himalayan Salt Lamps, Bath Salts, Lucky Bamboo, Water Gels Cafe. We can make about anything you can find at Star Bucks or Dairy Queen and Sugar Gliders. “We are a lot more than just a Pet Store.” in addition to Deli Sandwiches and Chicken Salad Sandwich. Hofmann Homes, LLC. Sperry, 319-985-2260 Dustin Hofmann, Owner, [email protected] REFER A NEW MEMBER At Hofmann Homes we want to take the stress out of building your dream With more than 710 members, the Greater Burlington Partnership home. We build spec homes and new construction designed specifically to fit your needs. is a strong organization working to make Greater Burlington a better place to do business and call home. Open Road Driving School If you are aware of a business that is currently not a member of Burlington, 319-671-2800, www.openroaddriving.com Jenny Turner, Owner, jenny@openroaddriving. the Chamber of Commerce and could benefit by being a member, Southeast Iowa’s premier driving school featuring the latest technology contact Melissa Schwenker, Member Director at including hybrid synergy as well as manual transmission education. Sign up [email protected] or 319-208-0046. online or call today! Recognizing 7 Year Members New this year is recognizing 7 year Chamber of Commerce members with testimonial videos. Check out these videos by visiting the Greater Burlington Partnership YouTube page to view the following videos: • Hawkeye Pedershaab • Life Solutions Behavorial Health Services • Burlington Noon Lions Club • Kim Anne Photography • Riverview Business Center • Southeast Iowa Regional Planning Commission • Sperry Union Store

[email protected] • www.greaterburlington.com page 15 To Submit Calendar Information October Calendar of Events www.greaterburlington.com/events_submission.cfm

1 - 14th Annual Regional Manufacturers Golf Outing 16 - 18 - Masquerade $5 Jewelry Fair Spirit Hollow - 12:30 pm Great River Health Systems Mercy Plaza 319-208-5384 [email protected] 3 - Gallery Hop 17 - YP 505 Social Downtown - 5 - 8 pm Martini’s - 5:05 pm 319-754-8069 www.greaterburlingtonyp.com 3 - Will Wolper, SLIAC Commissioner 19 - Downtown Wine Walk IIowa Wesleyan College Chapel Auditorium - 11 am Downtown Burlington- 5 - 8 pm 319-385-6339 www.greaterburlington.com 3 - 6 - Oliver: the Musical 19 - Neil Jacobs Players Workshop - Multiple Times Burlington Capitol Theater - 7:30 pm 319-752-6623 www.burlingtoncapitoltheater.com 4 - Manufacturers Appreciation Luncheon 19 - Fall Classic Concert PZAZZ! Event Center - 11:30 am Memorial Auditorium - 7:30 pm www.greaterburlington.com www.seiso.us 5 - Oktoberfest 19 - 20 - Southeast Iowa Artists’ Studio Tour Port of Burlington - 3 pm Southeast Iowa - 9 am - 4 pm www.burlingtonoktoberfest.webs.com www.iowastudiotour.org 7, 17, 21 & 31 - Queen of the Mississippi Dockings 20 - Southeast Iowa Symphony Orchestra Port of Burlington - 8 am Iowa Wesleyan College Chapel Auditorium - 7:30 pm www.greaterburlington.com 319-385-6339 7 - YP Lunch & Learn 24 - Joshua Kane’s Borders of the Mind PZAZZ! Event Center - 12 pm Burlington Capitol Theater - 7 pm www.greaterburlingtonyp.com www.burlingtoncapitoltheater.com 9 - Andreas Klein, Pianist 24 - Business After Hours Iowa Wesleyan College Chapel Auditorium - 7 pm Two Rivers Bank & Trust - 5 pm 319-385-6339 www.greaterburlington.com 10 - American Queen Docking 24 - A New Perspective to Solve World Problems Iowa Wesleyan College Science Hall Auditorium - 11 am Port of Burlington - 8 am 319-385-6339 www.greaterburlington.com 25 - Downtown Trick or Treat 12 - 5th Annual Creepy Crawl 5K Downtown Burlington - 5 pm Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust - 8:30 am www.greaterburlington.com 319-572-0546 26 - Underground Downtown Tour 12 - Walk to End Alzheimer’s, Southeast Iowa Downtown Burlington - 9 am Crapo Park - 9 am www.greaterburlington.com www.alz.org/greateriowa 12 - Trivia Night Multiple Dates: Burlington Public Library - 6:30 pm Farmers Market Thursdays Port of Burlington 5 - 7 pm www.burlington.lib.ia.us Burlington Public Library - www.burlington.lib.ia.us 13 - Jim Witter Capitol Theater - 3 pm Complete event details, visit www.greaterburlington.com. www.burlingtoncapitoltheater.com Chamber Bucks Chamber Bucks work just like a check!

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B Gallery is very excited to announce the artists for the October/ The Alzheimer’s Association’s Southeast Iowa Walk to End n November Gallery Hops. October will feature the artwork of local Alzheimer’s is a united movement to reclaim the future for Burlington children. Come support the young creative minds of the kids millions and raises awareness and funds to fight Alzheimer’s who created their very own masterpieces! disease and dementia. This year’s walk will take place on o i November will feature local, newly-inspired photographer Branden Touch. Saturday, October 12 at Crapo Park Band Shell in Burlington. The theme will be “The best camera is the one that is with you.” It promises Participants will join in a two to three mile walk and will learn to be an incredible display of impressive photography all taken with a more about Alzheimer’s disease, advocacy opportunities, at camera phone. Its a must see for aspiring photographers. clinical trial enrollment, and support programs and services B Gallery is located at 417 1/2 Jefferson St. To learn more about B Gallery of the Alzheimer’s Association. Funds raised will support free visit www.photographybybrandy.com. community services and research for treatments and a cure. Each walker will also join in a meaningful tribute ceremony to

honor those affected by Alzheimer’s and dementia. rm Iowa Supreme Court Visit The end of Alzheimer’s disease starts here. Start or join a team On Tuesday, November 5, the Iowa Supreme Court will hear two today at alz.org/greateriowa or 800-272-3900. arguments, one civil and one criminal, here in Des Moines County. The event will be held at Edward Stone Middle School, beginning at 7 New Construction Home for Sale fo pm. A reception to meet and greet the Justices will be held in the school Hofman Homes has a new construction home for sale at auditorium, following the arguments.

2207 S. 4th Street in Burlington. This home features an open n A decision of the Supreme Court sets a binding legal precedent that lower house plan, four bedrooms, two full baths, spacious walk in courts must follow. closets, main floor laundry and 8’ x 20’ screened in patio for $249,000. Approximately 40 days until closing. As the “court of last resort” in Iowa, all other state courts in Iowa must adhere to its opinions. The Supreme Court has supervisory control over If you are looking for a new home or know of someone who is, I the judicial branch and over all judicial officers and court employees. contact Mark Miller at 319-759-4365 and schedule a viewing. r It is an honor to be host city to highest court in the state. Mark your Using Your Benefits of Membership

calendar and don’t miss this rare opportunity! e The Experience Newsletter is a great opportunity for Chamber of Commerce members to promote their business at no cost. 5th Annual Creepy Crawl 5K Chamber of Commerce members can promote an event by The 5th Annual Creepy Crawl 5K is Saturday, October 12 at 8:30 am and submitting the event to the online calendar at is a fundraiser for schools in Burlington, West Burlington and Mediapolis. www.greaterburlington.com. mb The 5K run/walk takes place throughout downtown Burlington and Chamber of Commerce members can also take advantage of North Hill. The race helps to generate funds needed by schools and special this page by sending your information to Brenda Wischmeier, interest school groups in Des Moines Co. Organized by Farmers & Director of Marketing at [email protected].

Merchants Bank & Trust. To sign up call 319-572-0546 or 319-768-6116. This is a great way to take advantage of membership benefits! Me To Submit Member Information Send to Brenda Wischmeier, Director of Marketing, [email protected]

OFFICERS DIRECTORS Chamber Board of Directors Chamber Board of Directors Dave Beach, Hy-Vee Food Store Jim Kammerer, Great River Health Systems Chairperson Sonya Belger, Styltique Brian Messer, Farmers Savings Bank Bryan Bross, Klingner & Associates Eric Benne, Swanson, Engler, Gordon, Benne & Clark L.L.L.P Mary Beth Sanchez, J & S Electric Business Systems, Inc. Deb Brinkley, Happy Joe’s Gary Schmeiser, Sterzings Food Company Past Chairperson Lea Burke, Burke Installed Don Sheedy, Peaches Cafe & Steakhouse Mike Dick, CPA Associates, P.C. Jim Carter, Retired, Dresser Rand Judy Stevens, Re/Max Real Estate Specialists Chair-Elect Joe Cochran, CPA Associates, P.C. Theresa Thielen, Thielen Funeral Home Jeff Burkhart, Farmers & Merchants Bank & Trust Massimo Eritale, Alfagomma America Marvin Thomson, Two Rivers Investment Services Tim Fencl, Danville Telecom Joyce Vance, Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois Treasurer Deb Fowler, Century 21 Property Professionals Byers Wolf, Energyficient Systems L.J. Pritchard, Titan Broadcasting Dr. Heath Hillyard, Summer Street Animal Clinic Kathy Wunderlich, George’s Lawn Mower, Inc. Laura Hubbard, CNH

Vision – A growing regional center of commerce, industry, education, health care, entertainment and culture which provides a great place to live and work. Mission – The Chamber of Commerce is a business association that exists to serve as a catalyst for economic growth and community development in Greater Burlington, Iowa.

[email protected] • www.greaterburlington.com page 17 Upcoming Business After Hours Dates

November 21 Hosted by: SunnyBrook Assisted Living

December 9 Hosted by: Business After Hours Holiday Showcase Two Rivers Bank & Trust Business After Hours October 24, 5 - 7 pm 5 - 7 pm

Join us with your co-workers to build your network at Two Rivers Bank & Trust Business After Hours and grow your business! 222 Main Street Follow us on Facebook for reminders and photos! Burlington, IA Brought to you by the Greater Burlington Partnership www.tworiversbank.com

Lunch & Learn October 8, 12 - 1 pm at PZAZZ! Event Center Professional Development is a tool every Young Professional can use. Featured speakers offer tools you can use in your career and leadership roles in the community. Free to YP members, $15 to nonmembers. RSVP at [email protected] or 319-208-0041 by October 4. No-shows or cancellations after October 4 will be charged $15. 505 Social October 17, 5:05 pm at Martini’s 505 Socials are always relaxed evenings filled with plenty of networking and fun. Thursdays, 5 –7 pm Stop by at your convenience and stay for as long or as little as you would like. Port of Burlington 2013 Presenting Sponsor Farmers Market is supported by www.midwestonebank.com Great Western Bank of Iowa. Are you a young professional looking to get involved, Membership is open for ages 21-42. www.greaterburlington.com www.greaterburlingtonyp.com page 18 RiverPark Place • 610 North 4th Street, Suite 200 • Burlington, Iowa 52601 • 319-752-6365 (J) Johnson Conference Room (W) Winegard Board Room October 2013 (A) Alliant Energy Executive Conference Room MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 1 2 3 4 7:30 am (J) 12 pm (J) 5 pm (Port of Burlington) 11:30 am (PZAZZ! Event Executive Committee YP Leadership Council Farmers Market Center) Manufacturers Appreciation 12:30 pm (Spirit Hollow) Luncheon Manufacturers Golf Outing 4 pm (Martini’s) TRC Victory Party

7 8 9 10 11 1 pm (J) 12 pm (PZAZZ! Event Center) 8:30 am 7:30 am (A) Farmers Market Committee YP Lunch & Learn Greater Burlington Leadership Government Affairs 12 pm (DPI Business Development 8 am (J) Committee) Ambassadors Art Center 301 Jefferson 5 pm (Port of Burlington) Farmers Market 14 15 16 17 18 7:30 am (W) 5 pm (Port of Burlington) 5 pm (Downtown) Board of Directors Farmers Market Downtown Wine Walk 12 pm (J) 5:05 pm (Martini’s) 12 @ 12 YP 505 Social 4 pm (J) Future Workforce Committee 21 22 23 24 25 4 pm (A) 7:30 am (A) 5 pm (Two Rivers) 5 pm (Downtown) Foundation Meeting Entrepreneurship Committee Business After Hours Trick or Treat 8:30 am (W) 5 pm (Port of Burlington) Quarterly Coffee Farmers Market

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[email protected] • www.greaterburlington.com page 19 RiverPark Place 610 N. Fourth St., Suite 200 Burlington, Iowa 52601 TELEPHONE 319-752-6365 FAX 319-752-6454 E-MAIL [email protected] WEB SITE www.greaterburlington.com Young Professionals Offers Excitement to Members 211... is the number of members in Greater Burlington Young a food drive to benefit a local food pantry. In addition to these Professionals (YP) who are active in the community, their workplace projects, Greater Burlington YP sells fun spirited Burlington theme and their home. Many Young Professionals are balancing busy t-shirts and uses the profits for a scholarship to Southeastern and budding careers, children, school activities and community Community College. involvement every day. YP is open to those ages 21 - 42 who want to get involved and YP was formed in 2005 and is a committee of the Chamber of enhance their network. Annual membership is $55. For more Commerce, a division of the Greater Burlington Partnership. information or to join, contact Kay Sackville Breuer, Vice President, YP offers members opportunities to network and learn about at [email protected] or 319-208-0041. professional development through their Lunch and Learn series. They have also promoted a number of service projects for members to get involved with including the After School Program and Junior Achievement. Annually, YP members are asked to participate in 5 Reasons to Shop Local

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