July 2008, Volume 4, Issue 7, www.manhattan.org A publication of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Manhattan Area Businesses Receive State Honors

June is Kansas Business Appreciation Month, Shilling Construction ★ was recognized in THANK YOU area businesses for making the and the Kansas Department of Commerce the Manufacturing/Distribution category. The Manhattan area a great place to live and do (KDOC) honored outstanding businesses from Chamber of Commerce accepted on behalf of business. North Central Kansas on June 9th in Salina. Shilling Construc- KDOC is the state’s leading economic develop- tion. ment organization and is responsible for ensur- Contact us: ing economic opportunity for all Kansans. The Chamber of Commerce congrat- 501 Poyntz Avenue “We are thrilled to visit Salina and recognize ulates the nomi- Manhattan, KS the north central Kansas businesses that make nated businesses 66502-6005 this state strong,” said Commerce Secretary and thanks each of 785-776-8829 phone David Kerr. “By designating June as Business our area businesses 785-776-0679 fax Appreciation Month, we foster a year-long for their hard work, [email protected] appreciation for the crucial role our Kansas time and effort. www.manhattan.org businesses play in the state’s prosperity and Local businesses TDD Kansas Relay Center: quality of life.” add to the unique 800-766-3777 charm of our com- Secretary Kerr presented awards in each of munity. They cre- three separate categories: Service, Retail and ate jobs, drive eco- Manufacturing/Distribution. Four Manhattan- nomic growth and area businesses were recognized this year. provide the goods Harry’s and BG Consultants ★ were honored and services that (L to R) Award recipients and guests: Pat Cox, BG Consultants; Thaniel in the Service category; Waters True Value we often take for Monaco, BG Consultants; Steve Berland, BG Consultants; Scott Waters, was honored in the Retail Category; and granted. Waters True Value; Jim Waters, Waters True Value; Andrea Grier, Harry’s. Legislative Wrap-up The 2008 Legislative Session has support agreement and serving the pose of supporting a capital improve- come and gone and little activity of Manhattan Regional Airport if flights ment project relating to a National any magnitude transpired. This sum- during any quarter are filled to less Bio and Agro Defense Facility mer and fall all 165 (House/Senate) than 70 percent of capacity or as (NBAF). The bill requires the Kansas Good Morning Manhattan! Scheduled for Legislators all stand for re-election. determined in a formula for a load Bioscience Authority to approve any In a year when the legislature was all fac to r , pursuant to a support agreement. such capital improvement project, August 7 about coal-fired power plants and including infrastructure related energy policy…and not much else Payments up to $1,000,000 annu- improvements, such as electrical, Start your morning visiting with your friends and fellow Chamber happened at all, Manhattan faired ally are authorized from the new fund water and sewer and a central utility members at one of our favorite networking events, Good Morning Man- very well in the legislative outcome. in FY 2009 and FY 2010, but only plant, prior to the issuance of any hattan! This popular, sell-out event is held six times annually and Here are a couple of significant leg- after the Manhattan Area Chamber bonds by the Kansas Development offers a chance for members to learn about local topics of interest to islative items that were passed to of Co m m e r ce, Inc., first makes pay- Finance Authority. The Kansas Bio- the community. The morning begins with coffee and networking at further support economic develop- me n t s of $250,000 or more in each science Authority will receive the net 7:15am, a buffet breakfast at 7:30am and a program guaranteed to ment in Manhattan. fiscal year for air passenger support. proceeds from bond sales for making be finished by 8:30am. The bill authorizes transfers of up to expenditures in support of the capital Kansas Air Pas s e n g er Support Fun d $1,000,000 each fiscal year, to be improvement project. The next Good Morning Manhattan! is scheduled for August 7 at the House Sub. for SB359 authorizes certified by the Secretary of Trans- Manhattan Country Club. There will be five speakers who will speak the Secretary of Transportation to portation, from the Public Use Gen- The bill requires that debt service for five minutes each. participate for a period of two years eral Aviation Airport Development will be financed by the State General in an air passenger service support Fund for the purpose of capitalizing Fund or any other appropriate special RSVPs are required and can be made by calling 776-8829 or email- agreement with the Manhattan Area the North Central Kansas Air Passen- revenue fund or funds, subject to ing [email protected]. The cost is $15 per member or $30 Chamber of Commerce, Inc. The bill ger Service Support Fund. Transfers appropriation by the Legislature. The for non-members. appropriates funding from a new could take place only after support term for debt service is not to exceed fund, the North Central Kansas Air agreement requirements were met 20 years from the date of issuance. Be sure to bring your business cards for networking and the door Passenger Service Support Fund in each fiscal year. No debt service payments will be prize drawing. You’ll want to shake hands with everyone you see. the State Treasury, for the purpose of required prior to July 1, 2009. There is a secret member who will award $50 to the 15th person who making payments for air passenger National Bio and Agro Defense shakes his/her hand. service at the Manhattan regional Facility—Bond Authority for a Cap- Special thanks to airport. Payments from the new fund ital Improvement Project could be made by the Secretary of Senate Sub. for HB2001 authorizes Transportation to an airline that is a the issuance of up to a net of $105.0 party to an air passenger service million in revenue bonds for the pur- for sponsoring the event! Page 2 Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review July 2008

The mission of the Man h a ttan Area Cha m b er of Com m e r ce is to 2008-2009 Chamber Membership fos t er a changing envi ro n m e n t for business success that enhances the quality of life in our reg i o n . We market the re g i o n ,a dvocate for bu s i n e s s , and provide servi c es to our members and custom e r s . Directories Have Are you intere s t ed in being a member of the Man h a ttan Area Cha m b er of Com m e r ce? Giv e Kim a call at 776-8829 for more Arrived! in fo rm at i o n .

This is a publication of the Man h a ttan Area Cha m b er of Com m e r ce – Chamber staff members are currently hand all adver tising is the res po n s i b i l i t y of The Man h a ttan Merc u r y. delivering the new 2008-2009 Chamber To place an ad or for more inform at i o n , cont a c t Jemie Wataha at 77 6 - 2 2 0 0 , ext. 231 or classdisplay@ t h e m e rc u r y.co m . membership directory to each member busi- ness. The directory is designed to serve the membership with a convenient size, a spiral binding, and tabbing. The tabs indicate the alphabetical listings, the categorical listings and a who’s who listings.

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Directory Changes Rosalind Jennings is the new Scott and Sharyl Nunsen have Manager of Community Relations moved to Countrywide. They can at Kansas Gas Service ★. She be reached at (785) 539-1812. The membership and member can be reached at (785) 431- information changes every day. 4218 or [email protected]. Matt Machin’s Farm Bureau You can keep your directory up to Financial Services has moved to date by watching The Little Jim Wheeler is the new HR Man- 807 Barnhill Circle, Junction City, Apple® Business Review for new ager at Networks Plus ★. He can Kansas 66441. member listings and for changes be reached at (785) 587-4121 x that should be made to your 252 or [email protected]. Judy Kimball is the new Presi- directory. dent and DeeAnna Fugate is the Clark Ingram is the new HR new Vice President of the Manhat- Terri J. New is the new President Director at GTM Sportswear ★. tan Business and Professional of the Better Business Bureau He can be reached at Womens Organization. located in Topeka. She can be (800) 336-4486 x 1229 or reached at (785) 232-0454. [email protected].

The ★ denotes these businesses as Investors in Advantage Manhattan 2. New “Ray” of Light

Rais Keyes a.k.a. Ray, joined the Chamber as the new Membership Development Manager. She is an East Coast, West Coast gal who hap- pens to have a deep love and respect for the community. “America’s best kept secret” has been her home for a little over seven years. Ray has no immediate plans of leaving Manhattan, but is rather looking forward to serving the members of the Chamber and all businesses in the Manhattan area. July 2008 Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review Page 3

Hedstrom of U.S. Cellular, and tion are the keys to the success of this location a Manhattan tradi- Penny Nelson of Capitol Federal. a project. tion for many years to come.

Susan Stitt of Community First Although Kite’s Grille & Bar at Please Stop by National Bank ★ won a one-year Heritage Commons has only been Heritage Wine & Liquor pass to Business After Hours. open a little over a month, the Heritage Wine and Liquor The person whose name was Kite’s name is carrying on a tradi- opened its doors on 12/14/2007. drawn for $300 cash was not tion started in 1954. We pride Owners Scott and Justin present, so the cash will roll to ourselves on affordable prices Haverkamp graduated from and excellent food. This location Well over 200 members and $350 at the July Business After Kansas State University and Hours. features our brand new menu as always had a deep desire to open friends enjoyed an outstanding well as a variety of food, bever- Business After Hours in June at a business in Manhattan, Kansas. ages and entertainment specials. With the opening of Heritage R.C. McGraw’s. The event was You are invited to attend Founded in 1988 Schultz Con- Tuesdays feature tacos and at Commons this allowed them the co-hosted by the Kaw Valley Business After Hours struction is a family owned and night you can join us for Wii com- location to open their Liquor Rodeo Association and Hot Wednesday, July 9 operated corporation that builds petitions. Wednesday nights bring Store. Scott and Justin invite you Country B104.7. 5:30pm-7:00pm client relationships by providing in the local singers for karaoke. to visit the store and meet Man- the personal service and expert- Thursdays you can join us to ager Bruce Reid and their sales Those winning door prizes were The Schultz ise required to build new projects. watch the washers tournament associates with any questions you Dusty Weis of CitiFinancial, Julie Development at Because our company philosophy and enjoy our $2 liquor drinks on may have regarding your liquor Weigel of Special Touches, Katie Heritage Square puts the customer's interest first, the patio. You will find this needs. The store is open Mon- Maddy of Alltel, Keith Thomp- restaurant similar to our Aggieville East Highway 24 we do not provide unrealistic day-Thursday from 9:00 am till son of the Boy Scouts of America, expectations or budget figures to location, a favorite for K-State 10:00pm, and Friday-Saturday Michael Engler of Bartlett & simply land a contract. Our fans, both with life-size sports from 9:00 am till 11:00pm West Engineers, Pat Keefe of The Business After Hours team has extensive experience in photos and 30+ televisions. Our Daily Union, Diana Keefe, Terri sponsored by all facets of construction and con- Legends room is available for Eddy of the K-State Student Kite's Grill & Bar and struction management, we pride reservations or private parties so you can call us for your catering Union, Criss Mayfield, Bill Schultz Construction ★ ourselves on bringing a project in Schroeder of Emerald Property on time and on budget. We needs. Please join us in making Management, Siegrid Sloan of believe that efficient project man- Bartlett & West Engineers, James agement and good communica- Space Available Now in M2M – Member-2-Member Mailing Program

This is a cooperative bulk mail- • The mailing date will be Friday, Chamber. Therefore, the ing program designed to save August 15, 2008. Chamber reserves the right to Manhattan Area Chamber of reject any material it deems Commerce members a great deal • Participants’ materials must be inappropriate. of the expense of a direct mail received at the Chamber office program. The program is usually by Thursday, August 7, 2008 • The cost is $175 and is sold out one or more months • Participants’ materials must fit available to members only. ahead of the mailing. inside a 6” x 9” envelope and must weigh no more than an This is an excellent opportunity It works like this: The Chamber 8 1’2” x 11” paper. to promote your new products, receives each participating busi- services and menus. Participating ness’ promotional material, col- • The mailer is limited to the first businesses will save over $400 in lates and mails in distinctive red 12 participants. mailing costs alone and reach the envelopes to approximately 1800 perfect pool of prospective cus- representatives within the mem- • Materials must maintain the tomers. bership. quality consistent with the images and goals of the For more information, call 776-8829 or email [email protected].

Janet McPherson of Frontier Farm Credit was the winner of $100 in Little Apple® Dollars from the May M2M Member to Member mailing.

The ★ denotes these businesses as Investors in Advantage Manhattan 2. Page 4 Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review July 2008 1-4 Years ance companies founded in 1946. For AJ’s NY Pizzeria Toburen Home Inspection Services American Legion Pearce-Keller Post #17 your convenience, stop by or call and Adam Peyton 2625 Marque Hill Road The Women’s Health Group, PA visit with Jarred Anderes today. 301 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS 66502 Network Computer Solutions Manhattan, KS 66502 [email protected] Pheasant Hill Apartments Falley Painting Co., Inc (785) 587-0700 www.toburenhomeinspectionservice. Since our June newsl et te r , these Manhattan Business & Professional Mark Falley, President com businesses have ren e wed their inves t- Women’s Organization 2700 Tabor Valley Road Heritage Wine and Liquor Residential home inspection by Ameri- ments in the Chamber. The Board of Advanced Dental Arts Di re c to r s and staf f thank these busi- Manhattan, KS 66502 Bruce Reid, Manager can Society of Home Inspector Stan- ESB Financial (785) 539-7804 8200 South Point Drive, Suite 101 dards of Practice. Provide a written nesses for their continuing support of McAlister’s Deli the Chamber. Fax (785) 537-1787 Manhattan, KS 66502 report (NCR) at the completion of the Sunflower Publishing [email protected] [email protected] inspection. Check the operability of all 15 Yea r s and Over 2008 marked our 10th year in business. Heritage Wine and Liquor opened its items included with the home. Ch a rl s o n - Wilson Insurance Agen c y , Inc.★ My wife (Yvonne) and myself (Mark) both doors on 12-14-2007. Owners Scott and Family and Implant Dentistry ★ grew up in families of painters. I have Justin Haverkamp graduated from Heritage Builders S & N Design 26 years experience in painting, wall Kansas State University and always had 217 South 4th Street Manhattan Motors covering & special coatings. We do pri- a deep desire to open a business in Manhattan, KS 66502 Hibachi Hut/Texas Star marily commercial work with some new Manhattan. With the opening of Her- www.theheritagebuilders.com Charles Reagan residential / commercial and residen- itage Commons this allowed them the McKinzie Pest Control Shelter Insurance Companies— tial. Our past projects include schools, location to open their Liquor Store. Curtin Property Company Jarred Anderes nursing homes, banks, corps of engi- Scott and Justin invite you to visit the ★ First National Bank of Wamego Jarred Anderes, Agent neers, & KSU projects in Manhattan, store and meet Manager Bruce Reid and Economy Electric 2505 Anderson Avenue Suite 202 Salina, Topeka, and in other cities. their sales associates with any questions John Johannes (785) 537-1718 you may have regarding your liquor Bobby T’s Fax (785) 537-2061 Debbie Regester needs. ja n d e re s @ a ge n t . s h e l te ri n s u ra n c e . c o m 10-14 Years Debbie Regester, Deputy Register of The ★ denotes these businesses as www.shelterinsurance.com/jarredan- Deeds Investors in Advantage Manhattan 2. Candlewood Retail Liquor deres Kitchen Capers 110 Courthouse Plaza Shelter Insurance is the one of the Weisbender Contracting, Inc. Manhattan, KS 66502 Pfeifley Jewelers nation’s most respected regional insur- (785) 537-6340 PBC, Inc. ance companies whose success can be Fax (785) 537-6343 attributed to its uncompromising cus- [email protected] 5-9 Years tomer service and professional network www.rileycountyks.gov City of Ogden of agents. Shelter Insurance operates in Express Employment Professionals the heartland of the United States, with Purple Wave Auction our headquarters located in Columbia, Kansas Children’s Service League Missouri. It is a group of personal and Cold Stone Creamery commercial lines, family oriented insur- Manhattan’s Puttin’ On the Dog! Dog Days – July 24-26 Get some cool savings during the Westloop Merchant Associa- Dog Days of summer during the tion will kick off Dog Days with city-wide sales July 24-26. a Lions Club pancake feed on Thursday morning beginning at Towngate Crossing will be having 8:00am by the Little Apple markdowns center-wide. Come see Brewery. Free tickets for the Radio Shack, Westlink, and The breakfast can be obtained from Farm Liquor for lots of clearance any Westloop merchant. You’ll bargains! find specials throughout the center! Eastside & Westside Markets will offer a huge selection seasonal Hey Baby! will have sales merchandise at 75% or MORE off throughout the store. Save up to savings and bodacious deals in the original prices. Garden giftware, 75% on close out and summer end oldest shopping district in Kansas! Christmas ornaments, spring, sum- merchandise. Visit our sidewalk Don your 80’s Duds and come see mer and fall décor included. sale with super savings at our sale what makes Aggieville so totally Brands offered include Lang, Crazy tables and savings throughout the awesome! Mountain, Smores, Hanna’s Handi- store. Save Big on Close-out Mer- works, and many more! Final clear- chandise. Special store hours: Save up to 75% off on a limited ance of bedding plants! Stroll Thursday-Friday, 9:00am-8:00pm; number of great sale items at The The group had a great time competing in Palace. through our “U-pick” herb gardens! Saturday 9:00am-6:00pm; Sunday Aggieville Olympics in early June. Kids can enjoy free cold 12:00pm-5:00pm. watermelon slices while mom Dine at Harry's in historic Down- Upcoming Events: shops! Borck Brothers Menswear and town after your day of shopping! Enjoy our Dog Day's featured wine - Lady Borck Clothing will be on the Friday, July 18, 2008, 5:30 pm 2005 Chardonnay from Dog House Find mall-wide savings on men's Walk and in the Store with Savings Co-event with the Junction City Young and women's apparel, shoes, up to 50% on summer clothing and winery, California. Described by the winemaker as "a youthful, playful, Professionals at the Beach Museum of accessories, beauty products and sportswear. Thurs, Friday, Saturday Art for a behind the scenes tour. more at Dillard's, JC Penney, Sears 9:30 to 6:00 all three days. fruit-driven wine with refreshing aro- and over 70 specialty stores during mas of juicy lemon and sweet citrus blossom...." Harry's is open Mon- Thursday, August 21, 2008, 11:30 am the Dog Days Summer Sidewalk This year, Dog Days in Aggieville “Go Green” presented by Rachel Soash Sale at Manhattan Town Center. will be Truly Outrageous! Travel day-Friday for lunch and dinner and with the Sunset Zoo. back in time to 1984! Find radical on Saturday for dinner. www.harrysmanhattan.com July 2008 • Volume 8, Issue 7 A publication of the Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau Jay and Barbara Nelson, Advocates for the Arts “Starving artists simply give up,” Jay works as curator for the “Through friends,” Jay said when “You get tired doing anything for community and had a quilt group Barbara Nelson said in explaining gallery he and his wife have owned asked what first sparked his inter- 26 years,” he said. “It was time to that used their talents to raise the motivation she and her husband since the beginning of 2000. He est in the arts. “I saw the pleasure do something different.” money for educational projects and Jay Nelson share for running the works with the artists to select and satisfaction they got from paint- a library in the community. Barbara Strecker-Nelson Gallery in Manhat- works that will bring in buyers. ing and creating.” For Barbara, the love of art came also ran an arts fair in Olsburg for tan. “They need someone to speak Many of the visitors to the gallery through her work in Olsburg, their 10 years. It was an eye-opening up for them. Hopefully that is what are serious collectors, while others He star ted showing some of his wor ks residence for many years. She was time. we do.” are just learning about artists and at the gallery when Julie Strecker not a painter, but she and her what kind of wor ks the y can purchase. ran it. Then she started talking friend Pat Embers had created For eight and a half years the about selling it. That came about classes for adults in Olsburg. Bar- Continued on page 2 Nelsons have managed the gal l e r y – “Many who come are curious,” when Jay was ready for a change. bara taught quilt-making in the the oldest commercial gallery in Jay said. “We can help them take Kansas – as a way of “speaking the next step and become collec- up” for artists by providing a means tors.” for them to turn their work into a livelihood. For their efforts, Jay and Jay said his work comes from a Barbara received the 2008 Kansas passion for the arts. Jay and Bar- Governor’s Arts Award under the bara have it and they work to see category, Arts Advocates. The others catch it. award was presented in Topeka on Thursday, June 26. “It’s infectious,” Jay said of the effects of exhibiting great works Jay said the most satisfying part from local artists. of his job running the gallery was serving as a kind of agent for the Both Jay and Barbara have had a artists and providing art for collec- passion for the arts long before tors and art lovers. they purchased the gallery from their friend, Julie Strecker. During “We are the middle man,” he the 26 years Jay worked at Blueville said. “My job is like an editor. We Nursery, he put together collages get the artists and the collectors and painted in his spare time. and we put them together.” Stampede a huge suucess thanks to volunteers

Stampede crowd during Terry Clark. In This Issue Visitors Day at the Konza . . . . .2 Try a Manhattan Staycation . . . .3 Stephen Freed and Arlene Irvine work at the Alice Wagner works the Manhappenin’s ...... 4 CVB’s information booth. CVB’s information booth. Page 2 Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau Tourism Topics July 2008 Hello Pam! Visitors Day at the Konza Prairie One of the many jobs of the Man- The Konza Prairie Biological Sta- hattan Convention and Visitors tion is known worldwide as the pre- Bureau is to welcome visitors, pro- eminent center of grassland vide information, directions and sug- research. This 8,600-acre native gestions to make a memorable visit tallgrass prairie preserve is dedi- to The Little Apple®. The CVB is cated to a three-fold mission of pleased to announce Pam Teller as long-term ecological research, ed u - the CVB Service Coordinator, who in cation, and prairie conserva t i o n . this position is the first one to wel - come our visitor s. On Saturday, Sept. 27, the Konza will hold its bi-annual Visitors Day Pam is a native of Rapid City, South by opening its gates to all who wish Dakota. Pam served as the Assistant General Manager for the Central to learn more about the tallgrass States Fair and Black Hills Stock Show and Rodeo for five years. She cer- prairie, the Kansas Flint Hills, and tainly is no stranger to rolling up her sleeves and getting a job done! the wor k being done at the res e a r ch station. From 8 a.m. to 4 p.m., In her spare time, Pam enjoys the great outdoors in which she rides her visitors will have guided access to quarter horse, works cattle with her Australian Blue Heelers and appreci- the restricted areas of the Konza, ates the beautiful Flint Hills. giving them the chance to see the bison herd or walk the trail system . Visitors embark on a hayride at the Konza Pam’s responsibilities began with the CVB on June 9. She joined us just Prairie Biological Station during 2006 Visitors Day. in time to line up volunteers for Country Stampede. Thanks Pam! Be sure Visitors will also see live animal tion Center in the lower level of the Creek Road. To get to the station and stop in soon to welcome Pam to the CVB team, as well as see how displays and research exhibits at ranch house. headquarters, enter off McDowell you might become involved with the Convention and Visitors Bureau. the station headquarters, while Cr eek Road and driv e past the nature learning about tallgrass prairie con- The Friends of the Konza Prairie trail kiosk. The headquarters is servation and management. Konza will also be on hand to offer Konza lo c a t ed around the corner to the right. 2008 Discover Manhattan prairie researchers, docents, and Prairie t-shirts, hats, posters, mugs, staff will provide information about and other items for sale. The While most of the Konza is closed Video/Photo Contest Continues research being conducted at the Nature Conservancy will also host to visitors the rest of the year, a six- Konza, history of the site, Flint Hills Do you have a great shot of a cool place in an information booth and offer mile series of nature trails is open geology, tallgrass prairie flora and book sales. to the public year round from dawn Manhattan? Or maybe you have an itch to fauna, and other natural history. make a short video, just for fun. to dusk. The Konza Prairie Biological Sta- Other activities offered during Visi- The Manhattan Convention & Visitors tion is owned by the Nature Conser- For more information, contact tors Day include driving tours of the vancy and K-State University, and is Konza’s Environmental Educator Bureau wants to know about it for the 2008 bison enclosure, hay wagon rides, Discover Manhattan Video/Photo Contest. operated as a field research station Valerie Wright at (785) 587-0381, tours of the Hokanson Homestead by the K-State Division of Biology. or send an email to The CVB is looking for great shots to help pro- along Kings Creek, and guided mote Manhattan and videos to post on our YouTube page. By submitting The Konza is located six miles south [email protected]. hikes. Special activities for youth of Manhattan along McDowell your photo or video in this contest you will not only help show off Manhat- will be held at the Hulbert Educa- tan, you will also have a chance to win a $130 prize package. Jay and Barbara So now, Jay and Barbara have left change the exhibit on a regular To get an entry form and a copy of the rules of the contest, stop by our behind their own artistic pursuits in basis. The gallery is open to the office at 501 Poyntz Avenue in downtown Manhattan, or visit our Web site Nelson, Advocates favor of bringing art to the commu- public so even non-collectors can at www.Manhattancvb.org/contest. nity and at the same time helping visit just to enjoy the show and see for the Arts artists be able to pursue their own the talent Kansas arti s ts demonstr a t e. Continued from page 1 careers. They have seen the num- CVB Tourism Grants Available ber of artists who exhibit regularly For information on the current “It piqued my interest in the kind at the gallery grow to over 100. exhibit, visit the gallery’s Web site The Manhattan Convention and Visitors Bureau is accepting applications of things art brings to the commu- Many are local or from the region. at www.strecker- for the 2008 Tourism Marketing Grant Program. This program, sponsored nity and the struggle artists go nelsongallery.com. Then be sure by the CVB is designed to enhance marketing efforts of tourism-oriented through to stay being artists,” she The gallery, with an emphasis on to stop by the gallery, located attractions and events by leveraging money from the CVB with community said. Kansas themes such as the Flint upstairs at 406 1/2 Poyntz Avenue funds. Hills, attracts collectors from in downtown Manhattan. around the country. The Nelsons “The goal of our grant program is to increase tourism expenditures in the Manhattan area,” said Karen Hibbard, Director of the Manhattan Conven- A Spooky Mystery Conclave tion and Visitors Bureau. “We want to encourage new events that will The fifth-annual Great Manhattan Sandstrom, who writes the Choco- thrillers including the Lou Mason ® attract visitors to The Little Apple ” Mystery Conclave will certainly be holic Mysteries under the name series, such as the Edgar- the spookiest one yet. JoAnna Carl. An Oklahoma native, nominated The Last Witness and Grant applications will be accepted from organizations in the Manhattan Sandstrom worked for 25 years as the Shamus-nominated area actively involved in marketing Manhattan to leisure tourists outside This year, the conclave, which is reporter, editor, and columnist at Deadlocked. He is also a member the primary trade area. Minimum requests must be for $200 and the held as a “Celebration of Small The Lawton (OK) Constitution. She of the Board of Directors of the maximum award will not exceed $1,500 with a dollar-for-dollar match by Town Mysteries,” will take place also writes a mystery series set Mystery Writers of America. applicant required. The total grant pool for 2008 is $6,000. over Halloween weekend, Oct. 31 along the shores of Lake Michigan. to Nov. 2, at the Holiday Inn at the For more information on the con- Marketing Grant information and applications are available from the Con- Campus. Joel Goldman, from Kansas City, clave or to download a registration vention & Visitors Bureau office, located at 501 Poyntz Ave. or by calling will be the Toastmaster at this form, visit the event’s Web site at (785) 776-8829. Application deadline for the 2008 program is The guest-of-honor for this year’s year’s conclave. Goldman is a www.manhattanmysteries.com. September 1, 2008. conclave will be Eve K. retired lawyer and writes legal July 2008 Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau Tourism Topics Page 3 Try a Manhattan “Staycation” Steering Committee formed to The Little Apple® is the perfect enjoy a wide variety of music per- www.manhatancvb.org/hotels help plan for Discovery Center destination for your vacation this formers from rock to blues to coun- to find a list of available inns. summer! try to the oldies. Visit the Manhat- • Camp out – There are plenty of The City of Manhattan has formed a steering committee to serve the tan CVB Web site at www.manhat- camping opportunities around Tut- role of a planning team in the initial development of the Flint Hills Prairie There is no need to fret about how tancvb.org to check out the sched- tle Creek Reservoir. Even if you Discovery Center. high gas prices are threatening ule of performances at the Larry don’t have any camping equipment your plans for a summer trip. You Norvell Band Shell in Manhattan’s or an RV, you can rent a cabin at The committee initially will work with the newly hired consultants, don’t need to drive very far to find City Park. the River Pond State Park just E. Verner Johnson and Associates, Inc., as they work with the city to some fun this summer. You can • Learn your history – Want to below Tuttle Creek Dam. develop conceptual plans for the discovery center. stay right here and enjoy some of know more about why Manhattan is • Wade out at Pillsbury – Travel the following activities for your own called Manhattan or how the com- out Deep Creek Road to Pillsbury Invited members of the committee were chosen for their technical expert- Manhattan “Staycation!” munity came to be? Maybe you Crossing to wade along the lime- ise in various aspects of the project. Among the members are Karen • Spend a day at Sunset Zoo – have heard about the Hartford stone shelf that created this historic Hibbard, director of the Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau and vice Did you know Manhattan’s Sunset steamboat, but you are not sure crossing. This site includes a president of the Manhattan Chamber of Commerce. Zoo is accredited by the Association what it’s all about, then visit the nature trail. of Zoos and Aquariums? If you Riley County Historical Museum. • Visit City Park – Do you know Joining her on the committee are Ted Cable, K-State Department of haven’t been to the zoo recently, The Goodnow House next to the how many varieties of roses are Horticulture, Forestry, and Recreation Resources; Cheryl Collins, Riley you will be pleasantly surprised by museum is a state historical site, growing in the City Park’s rose gar- County Historical Museum; Valerie Wright, Konza Prairie Biological the great variety in wildlife on dis- so stop by and find out what makes den? While there, stop by the Pio- Station; Lorne Render, K-State Beach Museum of Art; Scott Shoemaker, play and how much you can see Isaac Goodnow so important. neer Log Cabin to see what 19th- Sunset Zoo; Jim Sherow, City Commission; and Bruce Snead, City during your visit. • Discover Manhattan’s Linear century life was like. Commission. • Cre a t e your own “Art s - D ay ” – Trail – The Manhattan Department • Fore! – Manhattan’s public golf Manhattan has three great art gal- of Parks and Recreation maintains courses include Colbert Hills, Stagg leries, so take a day and visit all a linear trail that nearly encircles Hill, and Wildcat Creek. Advertise in CVB Visitors Guide three. The Strecker-Nelson Gallery the community. See a new side of • Take a day trip – If you do have in downtown Manhattan is the old- The Little Apple® by starting in the a desire to get away for awhile, try The 2008 Manhattan Convention & Visitors Guide took on a new, more est commercial art gallery in Northeast Community Park and a day trip to one of Manhattan’s streamlined look. The 2008 award-winning guide to visiting The Little Kansas. The Manhattan Arts Center hiking south of town and all the way neighboring communities. There Apple® is more portable and more convenient, while providing all the infor- at 1520 Poyntz Avenue has two to Anneberg Park in the west part are plenty of nearby stops worth a mation visitors require for a great stay in Manhattan. galleries with a brand new exhibit of town. trip, including the Oz Museum and every couple of months. The Mari- • Dine out – Manhattan is known Old Dutch Mill in Wamego, antique The new-look guide has proved to be more popular than ever, with more anna Kistler Beach Museum of Art for its wide selection of restaurants. stores in Paxico, the Oregon Trail copies distributed more widely than ever before. Local attractions that on the K-State campus has five gal- Try dining at an establishment you Nature Park, the Eisenhower stock the guide report on its great popularity and repeatedly ask to be leries, including a regular exhibit of have never been to. Museum in Abilene, the Hays restocked. some of the university’s permanent • Stroll through the gardens House in Council Grove, the Pony collection and a schedule of tempo- and see some insects – The K- Express Station in Marysville, the This coming August, the staff of the Manhattan Convention & Visitors rary exhibits on a variety of topics. State Gardens have grown in recent U.S. Calvary Museum and Custer Bureau will begin work on the 2009 edition of the visitors guide. While • Hike the trails at the Konza – years. If you haven’t been there in House at Fort Riley, the Tallgrass reworking the text and checking the information, staff will also undertake The Konza Prairie Biological Sta- awhile, stop by the old Dairy Barns Prairie Preserve near Strong City, its annual campaign to sell ad space in the guide. Manhattan businesses tion, located six miles south of along Denison Avenue and take a the Kansas Landscape Arboretum and attractions are encouraged to consider purchasing ad space in the Manhattan just off McDowell Creek stroll through the gardens. While in Wakefield, and the historic guide as an effec t i v e and economical way to rea c h visitor s to the community. Road, has three different trail loops, you are there, stop by the K-State county court house in Cottonwood varying in length from two to six Insect Zoo and learn something Falls. When visitors come to Manhattan, they look for places to shop, where to miles, open from dawn to dusk new about bugs. dine, and where to spend the night. They also want information on what every day. From the scenic vistas • Go fishing – From Tuttle Creek For more information on these there is to see and do in town. Frequently, these new guides end up in the atop the Kansas Flint Hills to the Reservoir to River Pond State Park activities and attractions, stop by hands of new or prospective residents to Manhattan, so businesses and gallery forest along King’s Creek, to Rocky Ford, Manhattan has the Manhattan Convention & Visi- associations of all kinds can reach their target audience by advertising in you will get connected with nature. plenty of spots to fish. tors Bureau at 501 Poyntz Avenue, the Manhattan CVB Visitors Guide. • Attend Arts in the Park – Man- • Spend the night in a bed and visit our Web site at www.manhat- hattan’s free community perform- breakfast – Manhattan enjoys tan c v b . o r g, or call (785) 776- 8 8 2 9 . If you are interested in learning more about advertising opportunities in ance series is the perfect way to several bed and breakfast inns You don’t have to leave town for a the guide, be sure to call the CVB staff at (785) 776-8829. spend a summer evening. You will around town. Visit great vacation! Theatre at the MAC The Manhattan Arts Center is a chilling myster y – fol l o ws in Novem b e r . musical, “I Love You, You’re Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau Steering Committee great place to catch a theatrical In December, the MAC will pro- Perfect, Now Change.” This Barbara Nelson, Chairman - Strecker-Nelson Gallery performance. Recently, the MAC duce its new holiday performance comedy travels the wild road of announced its 2008-2009 theatre for adults, “The Santaland Diaries” coupledom. Dave Lewis, Ex-Officio - All Star Midwest Entertainment season will be bigger than ever, by Davis Sedaris. This play tells Curt Loupe, Ex-Officio - Manhattan Parks & Recreation with an added holiday production the tale of being an elf at Macy’s. For more information on the Nancy Bartell - Holiday Inn at the Campus for adults. performances, or to purchase Lynda Spire, Ex-Officio - KSU Conference Office In Spring, “Doubt,” a Pulitzer tickets, visit the Manhattan Arts Jennifer Fritchen - Clarion The new season begins with “Five Prize-winning play by John Patrick Center box office at 1520 Poyntz Women Wearing the Same Dress” Shanley, wraps its characters in Avenue, call (785) 537-4420, or Bernie Haney - Kansas State Athletics by Alan Ball. This production suspicion and moral uncertainty. visit the MAC’s Web site at Brad Everett - Fairfield Inn shows what happens when brides- www.manhattanarts.org. Teresa Morris - Hampton Inn maids open up and let go. Agatha The season will wrap up with the Diana Nickel - Scenic Valley Inn Christie’s “The Mousetrap” – a Joe DiPietro and Jimmy Roberts John Pence - KSU Housing & Dining Visit the CVB’s The Mission of the Manhattan website for a Convention & Visitors Bureau is current listing to expand the local of local events - area economy through increased ww w. m a n h a t ta n c v b . o r g visitor spending.

•Film: Eight Legged Freaks, 2 pm, Manhattan Public Arts in the Park: 1st Arts in the Park: Clearview Library Infantry Division Rock (Classic Rock), 8 pm, Larry Band, 8 pm, Larry Norvell Band Shell, Man- •Arts in the Park: The Norvell Band Shell, Man- hattan City Park Benders (Oldies), 8 pm, hattan City Park Larry Norvell Band Shell, Manhattan City Park •Film: Them, 2 pm, Manhattan Public Library Youth Musical: “The •Kaw Valley Junior Rodeo, Pajama Game”, 8 pm, 12 pm, Manhattan Town Nichols Theater Center •Youth Musical: “The Pajama Game”, 8 pm, Nichols Theater •Arts in the Park: Shevy Smith, 8 pm, Manhattan City Park •Riley County Fair Parade, 6 pm, Manhattan Towncenter to •July 25-27 - Riley County City Park Film: The Bee Movie, Idol Contes t, 4-9 pm, CiCo Par k 2 pm, Manhattan Public •Arts in the Park: Dan Rhoads Band (Blues), 8 pm, Larry Norvell Band Shell, Manhattan City Park •July 26 - Annual K-State Library •July 24-28 - Riley County Fair, CiCo Park Gardens Iris Sale, 8 am-12 •July 24-26 - Dog Days, Regular Business Hours, Aggieville pm, K-State Gardens •July 24-26 - Kaw Valley Rodeo, 8 pm, CiCo Park •July 26 - Arts in the Park: •July 24-27 - Summer Sidewalk Sales, 10 am-9 pm, Scratch Track, 8 pm, Manhat- Manhattan Town Center tan City Park Ongoing events: •Through July 12 - Watercolor Studio: Wonderful World of Color, Manhattan Arts Center •Through July 13 - Exhibit: More than Words – Illustrated Arts in the Park: 1st Letters from the Smithsonian’s Archives of American Art, Infantry Division Band, Beach Museum of Art, K-State 8 pm, Larry Norvell Band •Through Aug 3 - Alphabet Soup: Work by Stephen Johnson, Shell, Manhattan City Jim Munce, Tony Fitzpatrick, Beach Museum of Art, K-State Park •Through Aug 16 - Exhibit: Summer Celebrations, Strecker- Nelson Gallery

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Faith Furniture hosted a ribbon cutting on June 12, 2008 for the Grand opening of the Flexsteel Signature Gallery. Flexsteel joins Lane Furniture, Broyhill Furni- ture, and Sealy Mattress company in gallery settings at Faith Furniture. Faith Furniture has been offering fine furniture in the Manhattan area since 1952. A welcome & ribbon cutting ceremony was held on June 19 for the new Now in their 3rd generation, the Faith family is committed to giving their customers FIRESTONE COMPLETE AUTO CARE™ at 1000 Hostetler Drive at McCall quality furniture at a great price with personalized service. Road on Thursday, June 19th. This latest Manhattan location joins a family of nearly 1,500 stores across the country.

ESB Financial celebrated their new bank building at 224 East Poyntz Avenue with a Ribbon Cutting on June 16, 2008. David Urban, President-Manhattan, presided at the event and recognized the local businesses involved in the project, Tim Clark Architec- ture and Cheney Construction, Inc.

ESB Financial’s Manhattan banking team, Jamie Tiemeyer, Troy Pfeifer, Tanner Sulli- van, Brenda Kaufman and Jessica Fowler and ESB Financial board member, Dolly Anderson were introduced.

ESB Financial is a financial center that offers “Effective Solutions for Banking” by pro- viding financial solutions including banking, investments, trust and mortgage services. All decisions are made locally and they take pride in their prompt turn-around time and exceptional customer service. Page 10 Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review July 2008

ensure that people con- nect to the right people in conversation. There is a brief (10-15 minutes) presentation by an entre- preneur, investor, busi- “Alchemy neither composes nor ness person or a researcher with mixes: it increases and activates a “story” and seeking partners. Fort Bliss Job Fair that which already exists.” More networking after the pres- Franz Hartmann entation allows ideas to flow Myranda Kimble, Workforce Development Coordinator and Bevin while creating business possibili- Landrum, Military Relations Manager traveled to El Paso, Texas the For centuries, alchemists have ties. “LastTuesdays seeks to end of May to attend the Fort Bliss Job Fair and to learn about the ini- tried to change lead into its shiny bring the right players together tiatives that have taken place there as they’ve dealt with growth similar neighbor on the periodic table, to facilitate business and wealth event website at to that of Fort Riley’s. The Job Fair featured over 100 companies and gold. At K-State, alchemy is creation opportunities,” said http://www.lasttuesdays.net nearly 1000 soldiers and spouses. At the event, over 40 promising con- occurring on the last Tuesday of Dr. Vincent Amanor-Boadu, to sign up. tacts were made. Since the event, requested information has been sent every month. The ingredients LastTuesdays’ founder and a and follow-ups have been made with the contacts. are the scientists, researchers, K-State agribusiness professor. As Dr. Amanor-Boadu says, business people, students and “When entrepreneurs, researchers potential investors who meet LastTuesdays occurs at the and investors connect in the monthly to network, discuss K-State Alumni Center from 5:30 right way, magic happens.” ideas and learn of innovative ini- to 7:00 p.m. on the last Tuesday tiatives in the community. of every month except Decem- Contact Information: ber. Appetizers are served and John Addessi The program, LastTuesdays, there is a cash bar for refresh- Business Consultant begins with an opportunity for Washburn University / Kansas Sm a l l ments. LastTuesdays is open to Business Development Center networking. Color dots on the all interested in business devel- Ma n h a t t an Chamber of Commerce name tags (investors have green opment and wealth creation. 501 Poyntz Manhattan, KS 66502 dots, of course; researchers have [email protected] red, entrepreneurs have yellow Please contact Jen Augustine PH: (785) 587-9917 and business people have blue.) at 785-532-3358 or visit the FAX: (785) 776-0679 Successful Talent Management The four strategies for Success- emphasis on the importance of will falter, new jobs demand new Bevin and Myranda are ready to tell job seekers about the ful Talent Management: 1) Mak- knowledge, skills, and abilities a skill sets. “Another critical strategy great opportunities in the Manhattan area. ing informed hiring decisions, 2) growing emphasis is starting to in succession planning is making Ensuring the right fit, 3) Inspiring be placed on characteristics such sure new leaders add value as performance, and 4) Selecting as personality and motivations. quickly as possible.” Jim McCoy the best leaders. So, how do you ensure a good senior vice president of consulting person/job fit? There are two services at Veritude asserts that, 1) Making informed hiring ways: one, assess the personality “our research shows that it takes a decisions: traits that the person brings to the leader roughly 18 months to become The first question is: “Are you table, and second, better define fully productive in a new role.” hiring people who will succeed in the capabilities needed for the your company?” says Becky job. A part of that includes going The article finishes up by stat- Sterling, practice leader, talent past the job description and ask- ing, “Ultimately, talent manage- manager, Kenexa. The article fur- ing, what are the key success fac- ment goes straight to the heart of ther states that, “one strategy tors for this role? an organization—developing the companies are using: determine 3) Inspiring performance: people who manage the projects, who your star performers are, The article affirms that “while complete action items and move then assess them to better under- compensation always ranks high the company towards its goals. stand the mix of skills, knowle d ge , as a motivator, so does something Because of this, talent manage- abilities and traits that enable suc- less tangible: a feeling of being ment can deliver tangible busi- A job seeker signs up to get more information on ce s s . ” One strategy companies valued.” As Dr. Gary Schmidt ness results.” McCoy affirms, Manhattan at the Fort Bliss Job Fair. are using: determine who your president of Saville Consulting “When we get out and talk to star performers are, and then believes, “talent management business-line leaders, they don’t assess them to better understan d begins with talent measurement.” use the term ‘talent management. the mix of skills, knowle d ge , abili- 4) Selecting the Best Leaders: They just want three things: (1) to ties and traits that enable their As stated, “the million dollar figure out what people they need success. Companies should hold question is: will a high-performing working where, (2) to hire the focus groups with top performers employee be successful at the best people for the jobs they need to begin building the profile of a next level, one that requires a dif- to fill and (3) to retain and develop successful candidate as well as to ferent skill set? The answer can’t those people to become the new ensure the company is asking the be found in a 360-degree review leadership of the organization. By right questions as it interviews or in past performance.” As helping them do this, we can potential hires. Employers should Schmidt said, “This is where make a significant impact on the consider how the candidate will fit assessment tools can help by giv- organization’s performance.” See, into the company’s culture. ing you insight into the future.” it’s just that simple 2) Ensuring the right fit: When taking a new position, it’s While there’s always been an not unlikely that a star performer July 2008 Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review Page 11 By Bevin Landrum, Military Update Military Relations Manager Business Barometer MRC Hears First May 2007 May 2008 BUILDING PERMITS - source: City of Manhattan Hand Report Total Issued 28 33 $ Amount $9,414,535 $8,391,872 from Iraq Permit Fees $51,201 $40,326

COL Rick Gibbs, former Com- RETAIL SALES (Manhattan) - source: City of Manhattan mander of the 4th Brigade, 1st Retail Sales $74,418,700 $77,160,400 Infantry Division, spoke at the June Sales Tax Collections $744,187 $771,604 4 Military Relations Committee luncheon held at American Legion LABOR - source: Kansas Labor Market Information Services Post #17. He told those in atten- Manhattan dance about the harsh realities of Civilian Work Force 27,249 27,566 the unit’s arrival in one of the most Employed 26,383 26,669 dangerous areas of Iraq and how Unemployed 866 897 they overcame many hurdles during Rate 3.2% 3.3% their tour. His estimates track a L-R: Jenny Duran, McAlister’s Deli; Debbie Freeman, Fort Riley Red Riley County greater than 98% drop in the num- Cross Station Manager: Bill Shea, Fort Riley-Central Kansas Chapter of Civilian Work Force 35,059 35,468 ber of monthly attacks from when AUSA; Aubrey Carrera and Sean Speakman, both of McAlister’s Deli. Employed 33,910 34,278 the 4th Brigade arrived until their Unemployed 1,149 1,190 return home in April 2008. He contributes this to the professionalism, training and determination of his Rate 3.3% 3.4% troops, as well as the change in defense policy in the area. “I believe the surge was the right answer,” he said. “History will tell us mass is the way to win.”

As part of the luncheon, McAlister’s Deli presented a total of $2600 to two military organizations. The money represents the Memorial Day tip proceeds from participating employees. Jenny Duran presented a check for $1300 to the Fort Riley Red Cross for their Mother’s Outreach Program which provides layettes to new babies born to families of E4 Soldiers and below. In addition, Aubrey Carrera presented a check for $1300 to the Victory Park Memorial Fund administered by AUSA. The funds will be used to purchase memo- rial bricks for the 1 ID Victory Park. Soldiers in the Division who are killed in action during Operation Iraqi Freedom and Operation Endowing Freedom are honored in this memorial space for their ultimate sacrifice. Thank you to McAlister’s for their outstanding contribution to Fort Riley. They are truly community partners. “Yee Haw!”: It’s Time for the Rodeo

The Military Relations Committee is coordinating with the Kaw Valley Rodeo and Riley County Fair Board for Military Family Appreciation Night at the Rodeo on July 24. McAlister’s Deli and Pepsi of Manhattan are sponsoring a free Picnic in the Park before the rodeo and Best Buy and Dick Edwards Ford are providing free tickets for Soldiers and their families to attend this fun summer event. The picnic at CiCo Park will begin at 6 pm and the rodeo starts at 8 pm. Families will also be able to enjoy the County Fair venue and rides. Tickets are required and can be reserved in advance by calling 785-776-8829 ext. 228. Post to Invite Greater Fort Riley Area to Participate in Army Community Covenant Signing

Mark your calendars now for August 20, 2008 at 11 am for the Army Community Covenant Signing Cere- mony on Fort Riley at the new Division Headquarters. The Secretary of the Army, Gov. Sebelius and other Kansas officials will be on hand to witness this historic event. Unveiled at recent signings around the coun- try, the ACC concept is designed to commemorate the commitment between the Army and its commu- nity partners to sponsor initiatives which support those who serve by building strong ties to the area. This is an inclusive event and any- one interested in attending will be welcome. Please call 785-776-8829 for more info. Page 12 Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review July 2008 Going Green Survey What Do Our Members Think? 1556 survey invites were sent; 179 responses were received. Businesses across the United States are becoming more eco-friendly to the planet. The fol l o wing surveys wwre given to our membership this past month. The responses are as fol l o ws: The list of the top ten "greenest" companies includes Ericcson, Kingfisher, Phillips Energy Costs Survey and Sanyo. We would like to hear from you about "going green." 1639 survey invites were sent; 169 responses were received. The prices of gasoline, diesel and other energy resources have been rising rapidly. We would like to know your opinions on how this increase in costs is affecting your business and your customers.

These surveys are not scientific and reflect the opinions of only those Internet users who have chosen to participate. The results cannot be assumed to represent the opinions of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce members in general, its Board of Directors, nor the membership as a whole. The results are disclosed to respondents and are studied by Chamber staff and Chamber committees for infor- mational purposes only. No personal information is collected and all respondents remain anonymous. High-Performance Leadership: From Control to Empowerment As of press time, only eight Speaker: Cindy Kulp, Owner of ance of the five roles, understand how to lead from “the spaces remain in the CompetitivEdge Business balcony,” and learn how to use a set of diagnostic ques- rem a i n i n g two leadership Solutions tions. seminars planned by the Manhattan Area Chamber Includes: Refreshments and Materials Res e r vations can be made by calling 776-8829 or emailing of Commerce in July. Fee: $39 per Wednesday cha m b e r @ m a n h a t ta n . o rg . Reserve your space today to get a valuable education In Practices of Empowering Leaders, you will learn in leadership studies! that empowering leaders have a driving passion to realize their vision, they build and sustain trust with their followers, they unleash the commitment and Dates: Wednesday, July 16 (Practices motivation of their followers, are social and organiza- of Empowering Leaders) tional architects and act from positive beliefs about Wednesday, July 30 (The Five people and situations. Leadership Roles) Time: 8:30am-10:30am In the Five Leadership Roles, you will examine the Location: Chamber Boardroom three core elements of team effectiveness, learn the five roles of leadership, discover the appropriate bal-