Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new Chamber member and business to Lawrence, Wani Coffee!
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Every month our Envoy group meets to network, discuss current intitiatives, and have fun!
What is an Envoy?!
1. Our Envoy committee represents The Chamber in the community.
2. Envoys support local businesses and non-profits and encourage others to do the same.
3. Envoy members attend ribbon cuttings, business after hours, and other Chamber events!
4. This group welcomes new Chamber members and serves as ambassadors for our organization to the business community and the Lawrence community as a whole.
5. Envoys get weekly emails including last minute reminders for events, upcoming event agendas, and more!
Who Can Join?!
Any employee of a Chamber member business can join the Envoy Committee! It?s a free benefit to members, with the option to purchase an Envoy name tag for a small fee.
Interested in joining? Contact Jared Martin at JMartin@LawrenceChamber.com today!
Special thanks to our 2024 Envoy Tri-Chairs Secily Rees at Envista Credit Union, Audra Fussell at Truity Credit Union and Todd Chapple at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas!
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Join us for the 2024 eXplore Lawrence Tourism Summit and annual hospitality awards! The event kicks off at 9 AM with registration and coffee, and we will hear from a variety of speakers throughout the day. Lunch is included in your registration. Please email ruth@explorelawrence.com if you have any dietary requirements.
The line-up includes:
Dr. Misty Heggeness, Associate Professor KU School of Public Affairs and Administration. The Taylor Swift Effect.
Nathan Hermiston, Senior Vice President of Convention Sales and Services, Visit KC. World Cup update
Bridget Jobe, Director of Kansas Tourism. Kansas Tourism Update
First Annual eXplore Lawrence Hospitality Awards!
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the opening of a new Senior Living Community and Chamber member, Cedarhurst of Lawrence!
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The Kansas Department of Commerce and the Office of Minority and Women Business Development will hold its annual MED Week Awards on September 6, 2024 in Hugoton at The Wild Sage Ranch.
Minority- and women-owned businesses from across the state will be recognized for their outstanding achievements.
Awards available to minority and women-owned businesses will be in the following categories: construction and manufacturing, young entrepreneur, minority advocate, corporation of the year, minority-owned business of the year, woman-owned business of the year, entrepreneur of the year, innovation, community impact, sustainability, lifetime achievement, innovation in family business, inclusive tourism, tourism partnership, community arts engagement, advancement of underrepresented voices and leadership in media advocacy.
About Minority Enterprise Development (MED) Week
MED Week has been celebrated nationally to recognize the more than 9.2 million minority business enterprises that support the U.S. economy and generate over $1.8 trillion in revenue. The Kansas Department of Commerce’s Office of Minority and Women Business Development holds this annual Awards program to recognize economic contributions of woman- and minority-owned businesses and communities around our state.
Awards are presented to minority and women-owned businesses in the following categories: construction, manufacturing, professional service, retail, service, supplier/distributor, young entrepreneur, business advocate and Corporation of the Year.
Today, minority- and woman-owned businesses have a major economic impact that translates into the creation and maintenance of jobs. These jobs not only sustain the individual worker, but contribute to the economic security of their families, the economic vitality of their communities and of the nation.
“Our theme, ‘Heritage to Legacy,’ embodies the journey of Kansas businesses, rooted in tradition and cultural identity, yet paving the way for a thriving and inclusive future,” Office of Minority and Women Business Development Taylor Overton said. “Throughout the evening, we will honor the resilience, innovation and contributions of minority- and women-owned businesses, acknowledging their role in shaping our economy and society.”
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Register for the 2024 LMH Health Penny Jones Open Golf Tournament
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Outdoors Unscripted launch party celebrating eco-adventure through the arts
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Enjoy coffee, breakfast, live music, and special guests at HeadQuarters Kansas third annual 988 Breakfast of Hope!
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Please join us for the 2025 Leadership Lawrence Class Announcement Reception!
Mix and mingle with the new class and other Leadership Lawrence alumni.
The class announcement and ceremony will take place approximately 6pm.
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The Chamber hosts Government & Community Affairs Luncheons the second Wednesday of each month open to any Chamber member and features speakers on a variety of topics, ranging from voting and elections to affordable housing and economic development.
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This monthly event spotlights new and existing members of The Chamber while also allowing time for networking with and introducing yourself to those in attendance.
No matter how long you've been a member, we invite you to grab a hosted coffee and hear from member businesses!
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new location for Chamber member, Harvesters!
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Join us for Chamber Chat, our monthly radio show featuring members of The Chamber and good news about the business community.
Tune in to KLWN on the third Monday of the month when host Tiffany Hall brings you a closer look at what's happening at The Chamber and EDC and how it benefits your business and our community.
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For over 40 years, the Taste of Lawrence has been held annually to honor our local educators and showcase some of our community's finest dining establishments.
Always a great time, the event is aptly named as those in attendance are truly offered a taste of the Lawrence community.
Help us celebrate over 40 years for Taste of Lawrence and the Lawrence Schools Foundation turning 40 years next year by wearing your FINEST 1980s outfits!
Ticket Prices*
$10 Teachers/Educators
$20 Noneducator
*Your ticket price includes an event brochure, map of the event, samples from over 30 food and beverage vendors, and live entertainment & games!
Tickets for Admission may be picked up at The Chamber Office (718 New Hampshire St) as early as Tuesday, September 10th. Please call prior to picking up your tickets as the staff may be out at an event.
Tickets for Admission may also be picked up onsite at the Registration/Will Call tent.
Vendor and Sponsor opportunities have closed.
Interested in becoming a vendor or sponsor? Contact Jared Martin at JMartin@LawrenceChamber.com to reserve your spot! (View all of the opportunities below!)
VENDOR BOOTH - FREE for Chamber members
- 2 tables and a tent (10'x10')
- Logo signage on front of tent
- Logo on event webpage and occasional marketing
DEAN'S LIST - $4000 (SOLD)
- Exclusive recognition in invitation and event marketing
- Dedicated booth in center of event space
- Full-page color ad in event program
- 25 tickets
HEAD OF CLASS - $2250
- Logo recognition on event marketing
- Half-page color ad in event program
- 15 tickets
HONOR ROLL - $1500
- Logo recognition on event marketing
- Quarter-page color ad in event program
- 10 tickets
HONORABLE MENTION - $500
- Name recognition on event marketing
- 4 Tickets
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Join us for drinks, appetizers, and the opportunity to engage with our staff to learn about our mission and how you can get involved.
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Join us for Stocktoberfest- Douglas County's ultimate Oktoberfest-themed beer festival fundraiser for Just Food!
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Join Ancestry.com founder Paul Allen at the Park for an insightful event that delves into the rapidly evolving world of AI technologies.
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new behavioral health building for Heartland Community Health Center!
Plenty of parking available. The building is just east of the current Heartland Community Health Center building and north of Mr. D's Car Wash.
From Heartland Community Health Center...
At Heartland, we recognize the pressing need for accessible mental health services. The demand for quality care has surged, affecting more than 4,000 patients in 2022 alone. Many, especially children, lacked ongoing psychiatric treatment, highlighting a crucial gap.
With our ?Building Bright Futures? initiative, we?re answering this call. Our expanded Psychiatry & Behavioral Health Services will introduce experienced professionals and a purpose-built facility. This space, designed for trauma-informed care, will address the community?s needs head-on.
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate Chamber member event rental company, Avery's Inflatables.
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Join us for an informational session about Resolution 7442, which proposes changes to City government through creation of a directly-elected Mayor, and the creation of six districts which would each elect a nonpartisan commissioner.
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Every month our Envoy group meets to network, discuss current intitiatives, and have fun!
What is an Envoy?!
1. Our Envoy committee represents The Chamber in the community.
2. Envoys support local businesses and non-profits and encourage others to do the same.
3. Envoy members attend ribbon cuttings, business after hours, and other Chamber events!
4. This group welcomes new Chamber members and serves as ambassadors for our organization to the business community and the Lawrence community as a whole.
5. Envoys get weekly emails including last minute reminders for events, upcoming event agendas, and more!
Who Can Join?!
Any employee of a Chamber member business can join the Envoy Committee! It?s a free benefit to members, with the option to purchase an Envoy name tag for a small fee.
Interested in joining? Contact Jared Martin at JMartin@LawrenceChamber.com today!
Special thanks to our 2024 Envoy Tri-Chairs Secily Rees at Envista Credit Union, Audra Fussell at Truity Credit Union and Todd Chapple at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Kansas!
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new Chamber member, Sleep Outfitters!
Stick around following the ribbon cutting as they raffle away a bed to one lucky attendee!
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new Chamber member and business, STATSdraft!
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Join The Chamber on Wednesday, October 9th at The Lied Center of Kansas in the Pavillion space for a County Commission Candidate Forum!
Registration includes light breakfast and coffee.
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The Chamber welcomes you to our Empowerment Expo! Our mission: create an inclusive space for business owners and leaders to learn, connect, and build together a powerful business community strengthened by the invaluable connections and knowledge gained.
This event will be comprised of two breakout sessions, a panel discussion during hosted lunch, and an afternoon of networking with fellow attendees and our event partners (see below). Whether you're a small business owner, developer, leader, or young professional, the Empowerment Expo promises opportunities for growth and collaboration.
The Chamber is committed to inclusivity and accessibility for all with items including but not limited to live English to Spanish translations, captioning for those who are deaf or hard of hearing, bilingual translators, and a Spanish-speaking breakout room.
Sponsorships are now available at 4 different price points!
Interested in being a sponsor? Contact Jared Martin at JMartin@LawrenceChamber.com to find out more!
Tickets will go on sale soon at 2 different levels:
1. Full Day (includes coffee, breakout sessions, lunch, panel discussion, and afternoon networking with bar and light snacks).
2. Lunch and Networking only (includes lunch, panel discussion, and afternoon networking with bar and light snacks).
A huge thank you to our current event partners:
Douglas County
Elevate
Heartland Black Chamber
Haskell Indian Nations University
Kansas Department of Commerce
KU Small Business Development Center
Mid-America LGBT Chamber of Commerce
NetWork Kansas
The Hispanic Chamber of Greater Kansas City
The Toolbox
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Dan Cary & Associates Open House celebration
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new Chamber member, Blade and Timber!
Stick around following the ribbon cutting to enjoy the axe throwing and new Sinker's Lounge - an indoor mini golf course!
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new Chamber member and business, Modern Skin
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Join us for an informal coffee with District Attorney candidates Dakota Loomis and Mike Warner. Brief remarks will be followed by informal conversations, open-house style in the Chamber offices.
Coffee will be served.
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Join us for this great monthly event to network and enjoy an evening with other Chamber members and the public while learning more about COUNTRY Financial!
Thank you to COUNTRY Financial for sponsoring the October Business After Hours!
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Fashion Show, benefitting Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters serving Douglas County.
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The 40th Annual Late Night in the Phog is set for Friday, Oct. 18, at 6:30 p.m. CT, inside historic Allen Fieldhouse, which is celebrating its 70th season in 2024-25 and will debut the second phase of significant building upgrades that totaled more than $50 million. As detailed here, Allen Fieldhouse renovations are nearing completion, and fans will notice new audio and videoboards within the venue. Patrons will also experience new amenities throughout the building on every level, including elevated concessions options from new concessions partner, Oakview Group.
Grammy Award winning, producer, DJ and rapper Lil Jon will now headline the event. The five-time Grammy nominee has amassed eight number one singles on Billboard's Rhythmic chart and several Billboard Hot 100 hit singles, including ''Turn Down for What,'' which earned platinum status by the Recording Industry Association of America and passed the milestone of one billion views on YouTube. His hit single, ''Yeah!'' won the Grammy for Best Rap/Sung Performance in 2005.
Student gates will open at 5:15 p.m., while gates for the general public will open at 5:30 p.m. For broadcast purposes, the women's scrimmage will begin at approximately 7:00 p.m., while the men will start at 7:55 p.m.
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Join us for Chamber Chat, our monthly radio show featuring members of The Chamber and good news about the business community.
Tune in to KLWN on the third Monday of the month when host Tiffany Hall brings you a closer look at what's happening at The Chamber and EDC and how it benefits your business and our community.
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Categories: Member Appreciation & Recognition, Public & Community
local coffee networking group for entrepreneurs
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a new location for the Douglas County Treasurer's Office!
This new location will open on Monday, Oct. 28. This new location means the previous satellite office at 2000 W 31st. will be closing.
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Halloween, trick or treat, NCCC, Neosho County Community College
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Join us for a ribbon cutting to celebrate a newly remodeled and second location for Chamber member, Taco John's!
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