First BLS to feature small business resources
Join us for our first Business Lunch Series event of the year from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Wednesday, March 6 in the Flexbox Theater at the Downtown Olathe Library. You’ll hear from experts in the field of small business and entrepreneurism.
Our panelists will share experiences, best practices and some great resources for small businessmen and businesswomen who have the entrepreneurial bug or are looking to take the next step in their small business journey. Register today.
Thank you to our series sponsor Johnson County Community College and our quarterly sponsor FNBO.
Join us in two weeks for our first Chamber Social of the year
The first Olathe Chamber of Commerce Social of the year is just a couple of weeks away. Please join us for the Chamber Social from 3:30 – 5 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 29.
February’s Chamber Social will take place at the Main Event Entertainment, 11950 N. Kansas City Road. It will be a perfect setting for our new networking opportunity on what we’re hoping is a warm, early-spring evening.
Our weekly Chamber Coffee sponsors are Olathe Health and the University of Kansas Health System; Harlan Parker State Farm Insurance and Jason Parker State Farm Insurance; Truity Credit Union; and Xfinity.
HR Roundtables are back
The popular Olathe Chamber of Commerce HR Roundtable is back. The next meeting of HR professionals will take place from 11:30 a.m. – 1 p.m. on Feb. 22 at the Olathe Chamber office, 260 E. Santa Fe St.
At this session we’ll dive into new and incoming industry and organizations and the direct and even indirect effects on people operations, and the area’s workforce.
The HR Roundtable is for HR professionals and pre-registration is required, as space is limited. There’s no cost to attend and you’re welcome to bring your own lunch, however attendees can prepay for a catered lunch.
To learn more about this month’s topic or whether you might be the right fit for the HR Roundtable, please contact Sam Danneberg.
WHAT'S NEW
Our Fourth Friday events will be here before you know it
Fourth Fridays are back. The Olathe Chamber of Commerce’s Convention & Visitors Bureau will, once again, be hosting the awesome Friday night events this summer.
Please join us for any of the following dates, May 24, June 28 or Aug. 23, to connect with thousands of Olathe residents at what have become a summer staple. And don’t miss your chance to be a part of the events.
These free events offer live music, kids’ activities, food trucks, beer gardens, and so much more. Join us to highlight and promote your business. Offer marketing materials, promotions, sell products or services, offer samples, and much more.
Secure your spot now and give your business or organization some great visibility at the marquee events in downtown Olathe. Check here to secure your spot today. We can’t wait to see you this summer.
CHAMBER CONNECTION
The deadline to register for this year’s City of Olathe Civic Academy has been extended. The Olathe Civic Academy provides an opportunity for those who live and/or work in Olathe to learn more about their local government. The nine, evening sessions are led by representatives from City departments. There is no fee to participate and dinner is provided at each session. Check here to learn more about this awesome program. Register today.
AdventHealth Shawnee Mission named Alan Verrill, MD, its new president and CEO, effective Feb. 25. Dr. Verrill is transitioning to AdventHealth Shawnee Mission from his role as president and CEO of AdventHealth South Overland Park, which opened in 2017 with a 24/7 emergency department, imaging, laboratory and medical office building prior to opening as a full-service hospital in 2021.
Join Benton House for the grand opening of their new memory care expansion. The event will take place from 2 – 4 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 22 at Benton House, 15700 W. 151st St. There will be food and an opportunity to get more information about their wonderful facility. There will also be an Olathe Chamber Ribbon Cutting at 2:30 p.m.
The Olathe Public Schools Alumni Association is looking for nominations for its 2024 Wall of Honor and will accept nomination forms through the end of the month. This year’s honorees will be recognized at a dinner on Wednesday, Oct. 2. Nominees must have graduated from a district high school at least 20 years ago. Nominations are accepted on an ongoing basis. Get more information here.
The Friends of the Library Book Sale will be open at the Indian Creek Library from 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. on Friday, Feb. 16, from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 17 and from 1 – 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 18. Fill a sack for $6. Buy two sacks, get four free. Learn more here.
DID YOU KNOW
Want to get more involved with the Olathe Chamber of Commerce? Give us a call at 913-764-1050 or send us an email.
A LOOK AHEAD
NOTE: You can reach the Olathe community and beyond through the Chamber’s online calendar of events. Members can complete the online form and then submit their events online for approval by staff. If you have multiple day events, a form must be submitted for each day. Listings must meet the established criteria.
Feb. 15 – Olathe Chamber Coffee at Goodwill of Western Missouri & Eastern Kansas, 11934 S. Strang Line Road, co-hosted by Communities that Care, 9 a.m.
Feb. 16 – Olathe Chamber Ribbon Cutting at Open Minds Academy, 1750 E. Harold St., 11:30 a.m.
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