Little Apple Business Review - June 2014

A publication of the Manhattan Area Chamber of CommerceJune 2014, Volume 10, Issue 6, www.manhattan.org

Contact us:501 Poyntz Avenue

Manhattan, KS, 66502-6005785-776-8829 phone785-776-0679 fax

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A Great Gift Idea!For those special occasions Little Apple Dollars make theperfect gift and are a great way to keep your dollars local!

Spendable at over 100 area businesses, these checks areeasy to use and are spent exclusively with Manhattan AreaChamber of Commerce merchants adding to the local economy.

If you are a Chamber member and are not currently on thelist of accepting merchants and would like to be, please contact Kathy or Megan at the Chamber office at 785-776-8829.

• 14-19 Mercantile, LLC • 3C Carriage Service, LLC • Al Langton Insurance, Inc. • Alliance Property Management, Inc• Allure Surgical Arts • Alex's Affordable Eyeware • American Pest Management, Inc. • Bartlett & West, Inc. • Bear Computer Systems • Big Poppi Bicycle Co. • Black Car LLC • Blueville Nursery, Inc. • Body First• Borck Brothers Clothing • The Boutique • Box Lab • Boys & Girls Club of Manhattan • Brown's Shoe Fit Co. • The Buckle • Burger King • Campus Hairstyling • Candlewood Frame Shop • Carlos O'Kelly's • Carpet Cleanse • Carpet Plus • Cash Lumber & Hardware, Inc. • Chili's Grill & Bar • Claflin Books & Copies • Copeland Insurance Agency • Copies 4 Less, Inc. • Country Stampede • Cox Bros BBQ • Danenberg Jewelers • Dara's Fast Lane • Della Voce • Dry Clean City • Eastside Market • Endacott Lighting • Faith Furniture • Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que • Farmers Insurance - Morgan Agency • Flint Hills Christian School • G. Thomas Jewelers • Glass Impressions • Golf USA • Griffith Lumber

• Guest Haus Bed & Breakfast • Gymnastics Plus • Harry's • Hazel Hill Chocolate Traditions • Hobby Lobby • Holiday Inn at the Campus • Homecare and Hospice • Hy-Vee • Jon Murdock, Inc. • J Green Dog Studio • Kansas Kollection • Katalyst - Sign & Grafix • The Key Office • K-Scrubs • K-State Superstore • Little Apple Brewing Co. • Little Apple Toyota Honda • Little Caesars Pizza • Longhorn Steakhouse • M&S Plumbing, Inc. • Manhattan Appliance & Sleep Source • Manhattan Area Technical College • Manhattan Arts Center • Manhattan Carpet & Interiors • Manhattan Computer Hospital • Manhattan Country Club • Manhattan Running Co. • Manhattan Town Center Customer Service Center

• Max Bodyworks • Max Fitness East • Max Fitness West • Maximum Performance Physical Therapy & Fitness

• Mead Lumber Do It Center • Merle Norman • The Morning Star Bed & Breakfast • Mr. K's Cafe & Bar • Orscheln Farm & Home • Papa Murphy's Pizza • The Pathfinder • Pfeifley Jewelers • The Phone Connection Voice Networks

• Planet Beach • Positive Air, LLC

• Purple Swirl Frozen Yogurt • RadioShack-Manhattan • Ray's Apple Market • Redi Systems, Inc. • Rockhill Wellness Center • The Salvation Army • Scenic Valley Inn and the Wooden Nickel Event Center

• Shaw Family Chiropractic & Acupuncture

• Shear Dynamics Salon & Spa Above the Plaza

• Showcase Diamond Jewelers • Stewart Advisory Services • Strecker-Nelson Gallery

• Tallgrass Brewing Company • Tractor Supply Company • UFM Community Learning Center • Vista Drive-In • VonFeldt, Bauer & VonFeldt, CPAs • Wal-Mart • Waste Management • Weddle and Sons, Inc. Roofing & Construction

• Westside Market • Women's Health Group

Membership by the Years

Collectively, our members have 11,799 years* of experi-ence with the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce.

4 members >= 90 or more years5 members >= 80 or more years10 members >= 70 or more years14 members >= 60 or more years21 members >= 50 or more years38 members >= 40 or more years71 members >= 30 or more years225 members >= 20 or more years438 members >= 10 or more years571 members >= 5 or more years765 members >= 1 or more years45 members in their first year of membership

*Membership as of 5-13-14

Julia Satzler was presented the$500 Leadership ManhattanScholarship on May 7, 2014 atRiley County High School. Theaward was based on Julia’s out-standing leadership with herhigh school and communityrelated activities over the pastfour years.

The Leadership ManhattanScholarship was established bythe Greater ManhattanCommunity Foundation and issponsored by the LeadershipManhattan Class of 2005 and2006.

Congratulations, Julia!

It was a beautiful Mayevening to attend theBusiness After Hours host-ed by Action Pact Design.Chamber members enjoyednetworking with others andexploring the beautiful artwork and offices of ActionPact Design.

The featured door prize byAction Pact Design was awater color picture of aKansas scene painted by alocal art teacher, RalphFontenot. The lucky winnerwas Bud Gillispie.

Carol Connizzo withDanker Roofing received$50 in Little Apple Dollarsand Amber Klug withFour Points by Sheratonwon a year pass to BusinessAfter Hours.

Please join us forBusiness After Hours in

June!

Wednesday, June 11 5:30 – 7:00 pmRC McGraw’s

2317 Tuttle Creek Blvd.

Reservations can be madeonline at www.manhattan-chamber.org, by [email protected] orcall 776-8829.

Hosted by:

IT’S WILD &WOOLY ACTION-PACKED FAMILYENTERTAIN-MENT…the 39thAnnual Kaw ValleyPRCA Rodeo to beheld July 24, 25 & 26in Wells Arena inCiCo Park, in con-junction with the

Riley County Fair. Producedby area volunteers thisProRodeo event featurestop-notch cowboys andcowgirls competing in sevenaction-packed rodeo events.

Volunteers with diversebackgrounds help organizeevents and efforts support-ing the Flint HillsBreadbasket, the K-StateCancer Research Center, 4-H Clubs, K-State Rodeo,area children with specialneeds and military families.Rodeo families on therodeo circuit appreciate thehome-town hospitality herein Manhattan. Those activi-ties include a kids rodeoevent at the Mall andManhattan Public Library,food drive at the rodeo,Kaw Valley Special Rodeo,Tough Enough To Wear PinkNight.

The Kaw Valley Rodeo isproud to join the RileyCounty Fair Board, theManhattan Military RelationsCommittee and communitysponsors to host a MilitaryFamily Appreciation Night atthe fair and rodeo onThursday, July 24. ThisThursday night event kicksof great family fun for theRiley County Fair.

Dust off your boots andgrab your hat!! See you atthe rodeo!!

Hot Country B104.7 is yourtop rated country station inManhattan and surroundingareas. By offering a uniquemix of today’s hottest coun-try music and biggest coun-try stars, Hot CountryB104.7 maintains a uniqueformat that is enjoyable tolisteners and a proven suc-cess for advertisers. B104.7combines not only the bestcountry music but strives tomaintain community leader-ship through participation inmajor promotions, give-aways, and charity events.For the latest local commu-nity information, mixed withnews, sports, and thehottest country music, staytuned to Hot CountryB104.7, your station “First”for New Country!

Opened in 2000, RCMcGraw’s offers a variety ofnew and old country andred dirt bands. In July thislocation will host the annualKaw Valley Rodeo Steak Fryand the official rodeo danceeach night following therodeo. Home of the “bigburger”, lunch is servedfrom 11-2 Monday throughFriday and dinner is servedfrom 5-10 Wednesdaythrough Saturday. The BlueHills Room is an adjoiningrental facility that can hostweddings, business meetings,and private parties.

The mission of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce is tofoster a changing environment for business success that enhancesthe quality of life in our region. We market the region, advocate forbusiness, and provide services to our members and customers.

Are you interested in being a member of the Manhattan AreaChamber of Commerce? Give Kim a call at 776-8829 for moreinformation.

This is a publication of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce– all advertising is the responsibility of The Manhattan Mercury.To place an ad or for more information, call Samantha Fosha at776-2200, or [email protected].

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Upcoming Chamber Events

To make a reservation for an upcoming event,please call the Chamber at 776-8829. Please joinus as your time allows.

June 3 Brown Bag Lunch Series11:45am-1pmTopic: Making the Connection with LinkedInChamber Boardroom

June 11 Business After Hours5:30 – 7:00 pmHost: Kaw Valley Rodeo Association, B104.7 & R.C. McGraws

June 17 Member Orientation: You Belong! What’s Next?7:45 – 9:30 amChamber Boardroom

June 19 Young Professionals - Lunch & Learn11:30 amK-State Student Union

July 9 Business After Hours5:30 – 7:00 pmHost: K-State Student Union

July 16 Brown Bag Lunch Series11:45am-1pmTopic: Cyber Security Awareness

July 17 Good Morning Manhattan7:15 – 8:30 amManhattan Country Club

July 22 Mid-Day Mingle7:45 – 9:00 amChamber Boardroom

July 30 Coffee and Conversation: Member/ Guest Program11:45am - 1:00pmChamber Boardroom

*All dates and times are subject to change.

Prepay for Business After Hours and save $$$These laminated passports are great for businesses that regularly send representatives to BusinessAfter Hours. Monthly checks or expense reimbursements are eliminated. And, best of all, at $48 eachyou save up to $72 annually over the usual $5-10 donation.

Passports are not specific to one person, so multiple people may enter on one passport. An RSVP isstill requested. Interested? Please contact Kathy Stevens at [email protected] or call the Chamberoffice at 776-8829.

Wednesday, August 134:30 – 7:00pm

Four Points by Sheraton530 Richards Drive

The Business Showcase provides the perfect venue for all Chamber members – large or small -to highlight their products & services, build relationships with new & existing customers, andpromote events & memberships.

Don’t miss this excellent, affordable marketing opportunity designed for companies of all sizes.The earlier your reserve your table, the more we can promote your business. Only 50 exhibitspaces are available and have sold out the last few years so reserve your space today!

Register no later than Friday, June 13th to receive the early bird rate of $195. Contact Kathy Stevens to reserve your table at [email protected] or 776-8829.

Visit www.manhattanchamber.org for the complete Exhibitor Agreement form (under Events & Programs; Business Showcase).

Beverage Sponsors:

Thank you to the following members of the Chamber Champions and Chamber Diplomats for volunteering to help with registration at the May Business After Hours: Nathan Bergman withBartlett & West, Linda Jones with AFLAC, Craig Lauppe with Advanced Property Management

and Mike Mores with Scott Rice Office Works.

Thank you to the following members of the Chamber Champions and Chamber Diplomats for volunteering to help with registration at the May Good Morning Manhattan:

Genae Denver with Manhattan Christian College and Clint Sandmann with Stewart Advisory Services.

Since our May newsletter, these busi-nesses have reinvested their invest-ments in the Chamber. The Board ofDirectors and staff thank these busi-nesses for their continuing supportof the Chamber.

21 to 30 YearsBrown’s Shoe Fit Co.Gannon Real Estate and Auctions

15 to 20 YearsComplete Wedding & EventsCountry StampedeHittle Landscape ArchitectsLandmark Real Estate

10 to 14 YearsDave FiserRambler’s Steakhouse & SaloonScenic Valley Inn and the WoodenNickel Event Center

5 to 9 yearsHighland Ridge ApartmentsManhattan Dental, LLCPheasant Hill Apartments

1 to 4 yearsAccurate Inspection Services LLCBarton Community College @ Fort Riley

Capstone3DCOL Paul and Christine BenneColorado Plaza – Senior HousingDebbie Mercerdella VoceFrankfort Porta PottyKatalyst – Sign & GrafixLongHorn SteakhouseNavy Federal Credit UnionOlive Garden

Taco John's of Manhattan Kimberly Jager, GeneralManager 214 Leavenworth Street Ph (785) 675-1732Taco John's serves traditionalMexican food with a West-Mextwist. A fusion of bold and savoryAmerican flavors with south of theborder spice creates a signaturemenu starring our trademark PotatoOles. We have one of a kind menuitems made when you order. Youcan punch up the flavor with ourfresh salsa bar, nacho cheese, orother sides. Premium salads aremade fresh daily so you can alwaysenjoy delicious food made to order.

Dan Yunk1121 Wyndham Heights DrPh 785-539-6702

Never Better BakeryKathy Alvarez, Owner 8715 E US Hwy 24Ph (785) 320-5655Fx (785) 320-5655www.neverbetterbakery.comAll Occasion Bakery. Cakes,Cookies, Cupcakes, Brownies, Pies,Baked Donuts & more-deliciousitems baked from scratch the oldfashioned way using the finest ingre-dients including fresh local organicfarm eggs from Oats Organics, freshchurned butter and farm fresh but-termilk from Hildebrand FarmsDairy (local farm), bleach free flour,aluminum free baking powder, localhoney, real vanilla and real flavors.We don't use preservatives, artificialingredients, prepackaged or premix-es including icings. Local free deliv-

ery within 25 miles of Manhattanincluding Fort Riley and JunctionCity, Kansas. Shipping nationwide &worldwide to Soldiers.

Seaton Law Offices, LLPSummer Ott Dierks, Attorney 410 Humboldt Street Ph (785) 776-4788Fx (785) 776-2449www.seatonlaw.net A three-attorney firm with a diversepractice, including domestic, crimi-nal, estate planning, probate, work-ers compensation and educationlaw.

Wildcat2Go, LLC Scott and Amber, Owners500 Leavenworth Street, #1677Ph (785) 473-7201www.wildcat2go.com Hungry? We deliver many of yourlocal Manhattan favorites! Orderonline, on our easy-to-use mobilesite, or give us a ring at785.473.7201. View all your optionsat Wildcat2Go.com

Kansas Regenerative MedicineCenter Katelyn Farley, BusinessManager 4809 Vue Du Lac, Suite 101 Ph (785) 320-4700Fx (785) 320-4704www.kansasrmc.com Kansas Regenerative MedicineCenter is an advanced stand-alonestem cell therapy center offeringautologous adipose (fat) derivedstem cell treatments. Autologousstem cells from a person’s own fatare easy to harvest safely underlocal anesthesia and are abundant inquantities up to 2500 times thoseseen in bone marrow. We use thelatest surgical equipment, cell count-

er, and instruments such as ultra-sound to help pinpoint the deploy-ment of your stem cells.

Platinum & Company Lindsay Lowe, Co-owner April Jacobs, Co-owner1101 Moro Street, Suite 191 Ph (785) 539-7621www.platinumandcompany.comPlatinum & Company was foundedin the heart of Aggieville inManhattan, Kansas. Our reputationis based on our creative strengthsand exceptional customer service.Our team strives to provide a pro-fessional, warm, and energeticatmosphere. Whether you're look-ing for a dramatic change or a sim-ple clean up, our highly skilled pro-fessionals will tailor their moderntechniques to fit your style! We arededicated to providing our guestswith the latest and greatest prod-ucts, tools, and understanding oftheir own individual look. Don't for-get to visit the Blow Out Bar atPlatinum & Company!

Body First, LLC Doug Sellers, CEO 3615 Claflin Road Ph (785) 587-8300www.bodyfirst.comBody First offers fitness, recreation,and wellness opportunities for allages. From Massage Therapy toChiropractic Care to Tennis for allages to Personal Training; Body Firststrives to encourage health andwellness for all.

Rod Mikinski Photography, Inc. Rod Mikinski, Owner 438 Shelle Road Ph (785) 341-8727www.mikinskiphotography.com An award winning photojournalist

for over 25 years, Rod's workbridges the gap between photogra-phy and collectable art. He has mas-tered the art of creating unique andcaptivating images that cause peopleto stop and take notice. Specializingin commercial advertising, weddingand portrait, Rod travels the worldworking on projects that have gar-nered him numerous nominationson the international stage. Mostrecently, his work has been pub-lished in three books; The Miracle inManhattan, The World's GreatestBlack & White Photography and TheMasters Cup (International ColorAwards).

Allegro Creative Shannon Krueger, Owner 928 1890 Drive, AbilenePh (785) 479-1633www.allegrocreative.comWe create beautiful work that fitsyour budget. From concept to cre-ation, we'll help you make your bestfirst impression and keep impressingyour audience with each exposureto your brand. Services includegraphic design, photography, socialmedia consulting, event planning,copy writing and editing, websitedevelopment and digital marketing.

The Vape Bar MHK Antonio Saverino, Owner 312 Tuttle Creek Boulevard,Suite C Ph (785) 320-6520We specialize in the sale and educa-tion of E-cigarettes supplies. We arededicated to helping people quitsmoking and move to a muchhealthier alternative and then stopcompletely.

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Ways to GO GREEN AT WORK right now!Opt for online media rather than paper version, including magazines, newspapers, trade journals, and other publications.

Would you like to make new contacts andmeet other Chamber members?• New to Business After Hours?• New member to the Manhattan AreaChamber of Commerce?• Would you like to make new contacts andmeet other Chamber members?

If any or all of the above fit you, please letus know. We’d like to help!

How it works! At an upcoming BusinessAfter Hours event, and by your request, bepaired with a Chamber Concierge. As aconcierge, our volunteers will act as yourguide at the event including introductions toothers.

What to do next? To participate in this freemember service, contact Kim Dahlsten [email protected] or 785-776-8829 nolater than Monday, February 10th.

Watch for members with light green rib-bons at the next Business After Hours –they’re here for you!

Are you a current member and would liketo be a Chamber Concierge at an upcomingBusiness After Hours? Contact KimDahlsten at 785-776-8829.

Chamber Concierge Service

Kicker Country Stampede is June 26-29. This annu-al event has consistently drawn Country Music’shottest stars to the Stampede stage – entertainingfans and kicking off summer – Manhattan style!Stampede has made history this year by officiallyselling out of camping for the first time in the 19-year history of the festival. Festival organizers arecurrently surveying the grounds, in anticipation ofadditional campsites becoming available. To beplaced on the waiting list for camping, please signup here.

"What a milestone! We want to thank the fans fortheir continued support throughout the years!" saidWayne Rouse, general manager of Kicker CountryStampede. "For the first time, the demand for campinghas exceeded the supply! However, we want as manyfans to have the opportunity to experience Stampedeas possible, so we are looking into ways to accommo-date even more folks in future years."

The last day to purchase four-day tickets for $145or VIP tickets for $565 and reserved seating for$280 is Wednesday, June 25. Also, EZ Pay is avail-able to split your purchase into two equal monthlypayments for a limited time. For more informationon tickets or for any of your Kicker CountryStampede needs visit www.countrystampede.comor call 800-795-8091.

Party Pit PassesKicker Country Stampede is giving ticket holders aonce-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see their favoritecountry stars, including Luke Bryan, Eric Church,Chris Young, Easton Corbin, Randy Houser andmore, up close and personal with the newly-addedParty Pit. The Party Pit is located directly in frontof the main stage, putting fans steps away fromtheir favorite artists during their performances.

CMT is the exclusive national television partnerwith Kicker Country Stampede. Check out the

live coverage on CMT, CMT.com and CMT radio.

Stampede fans enjoy Stampede on the festvalgrounds, campsites as well as Manhattan hotelsduring this four-day festival. During 2013, CountryStampede welcomed approximately 170, 000 atten-dees yielding an estimated economic impact onManhattan of $10.2 million.

The Manhattan Convention and Visitors Bureau isa proud sponsor of Country Stampede. During thefestival the CVB runs the Information booth onthe festival grounds, welcoming visitors, providingManhattan information and gathering valuabledemographic information.

Congratulations Kicker Country Stampede onyears of success in bringing visitors to The LittleApple®!

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Kicker Country Stampede Turns 19

June is bursting all over at the Sunset ZooSummer is here and activity is bursting at Sunset Zoo. June 7th is the annual crowd favorite, Wine in the Wild, host-ed by the Friends of Sunset Zoo. Tickets are required. This after-hours fundraiser offers unique wine and food pair-ings throughout the park. Guests will enjoy live music and live animal encounters all evening long. This year’s eventwill unveil Phase II of the John Woodward Memorial Gibbons Exhibit featuring beautiful outdoor space and an upperviewing plaza. Is your calendar too full to make this event? Brew at the Zoo, another great fundraiser for SunsetZoo, is August 22.

Get wild with Dad when you celebrate Father’s Day at Sunset Zoo on Sunday, June 15th from 9:30 – 5. Dads get infree with a paid child’s admission. Make a great memory together as you learn about hundreds of animals aroundthe world and the different ways conservation efforts are being made to help many of these species. Keep in mindthat Sunset Zoo is the perfect place to have a picnic with Dad!

Saturday, June 21st, Mercy Regional Health Care will raise awareness about the benefits of exercising with the annual5K Wild Run at Sunset Zoo. To register for this fun, fit event, contact Amber at [email protected],785-587-5469.

Arts in the Park ... the tradition continuesOne of Manhattan’s many traditions is relaxing on a summer evening in beautiful CityPark, enjoying the talent on the stage at Arts in the Park. This free summer concertseries began in May, kicking off summer entertainment on Friday evenings throughAugust 15th. Friday, June 6th the delightful Wailin’ Jennys will take the stage. ThisCanadian music group is often featured on the American Public Media program aswell as A Prairie Home Companion.

Friday, June 13, The Big Time Grain Company, Country Western Rock group will per-form and Friday, June 27, the 1st Infantry Division Band takes the stage. These Friday,June performances all begin at 8:00 p.m. in the Larry Norvell Band Shell in City Park.Seating is available, or bring bring your own comfy lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy agreat summer evening.

The Manhattan Municipal Band concerts are held on Wednesdays: June 10, 17, 24, andJuly 1 beginning at 7:30.

For a complete listing of the Arts in the Park Schedule go to www.ci.manhattan.ks.us

Look who’s coming to the Flint HillsDiscovery Center! It’s summer, the perfect time to invite friends, visitors and family to get out andexplore! Your exploration of the Flint Hills begins at the Flint Hills Discovery Center! The Flint Hills Discovery Center explores the geology, biology, andcultural history of the Flint Hills in a fun and fascinating way. Guaranteed to entertain and educate visitors of every age, the multi-media experience, inter-active exhibits, outdoor terrace and temporary exhibits call you to explore time and time again.

Beginning June 14 and running through September 14, the Ice Age Imperials Exhibition will provide a rare opportunity for visitors to “touch” the Ice Age.Millions of years ago mastodon’s roamed this region. With this new temporary exhibit at the Flint Hills Discovery Center you will be able to interact withreal fossils from these ancient animals such as the saber-toothed cat, woolly mammoth, giant sloth, dire wolf, and giant beaver. You won’t believe seeing theteeth from the huge Ice Age bear making the ice age come alive to you like never before.

Did you ever wonder how glaciers formed and moved? Did you know that during the Ice Age, ice covered this place we call home? Graphic displays, 3-DMastodon puzzle, a History of the Earth timeline complete with fossils from more than one million to 500 million years ago will help you understand theIce Age.

Flint Hills Discovery Center – the perfect place to begin your summer adventure! For more information on the Flint Hills Discovery Center activities goto: www.flinthillsdiscovery.org

Look who’s Meeting in ManhattanJune 5-7 Manhattan welcomes the Kansas Lions to TheLittle Apple®. Over 300 Lions will attend the StateConvention, headquartering at the Four Points by Sheraton.Special Guest for the State Convention will be theInternational President Barry Palmer and his wife Ann, visiting Manhattan all the way from Australia!

One of the many highlights of the Lions State Conventionwill be the performance of the Kansas Lions Band, made upof approxiamently 200 plus students from across the stateof Kansas on Saturday June 7th, 9:30 a.m. at Manhattan CityAuditorium.

Manhattan is also pleased to welcome the NationalWalnut Council to The Little Apple®. This is the first timefor this national group, which encompasses 12 states tomeet in Manhattan. The National Walnut Council will be utilizing the Four Points by Sheraton hotel during their stay.Maintaining a regional focus, the group will enjoy tours ofAbilene, KS visiting the Walnet Grove and dinner at theBrookville Hotel. Manhattan tours will include the KSWheat Commission, KSU Gardens, and the Flint HillsDiscovery Center during this annual conference.

The Walnut Council is a science based organization thatencourages research, discussion, and application of knowl-edge about growing hardwood trees. This international asso-ciation represents nearly 900 woodland owners, foresters,forest scientists, and wood-producing industry representa-tives. They promote sustainable forest management, conser-vation, reforestation, and utilization of American black wal-nut (Juglans nigra) and other fine hardwoods.Manhattan welcomes the over 200 attendees to theNational Walnut Council Meeting!

All Roads lead to ManhattanNothing says America quite like that of a great road trip.Manhattan will be hosting many car clubs this year as theytravel through The Little Apple®, as well as working withfuture car groups mapping their trips for 2015.

Good Guys, features model cars from 1972 and older.Their journey begins in Pleaston, CA and ends in Ft. Worth,TX with stops in Nebraska and Kansas. Over 100 partici-pants will stop in Manhattan, to enjoy the Flint HillsDiscovery Center and then journey south of Manhattan onHwy 177 along the National Scenic Flint Hills Byway thisSeptember.

Plans are underway to host the Oakland PontiacWorldwide Car Club in June 2015, currently with 45Pontiac car buffs participating. Rolling into Manhattan in thefall of 2015 will be the Contemporary HistoricalVehicle Association as they travel along on the VictoryHighway Tour (following old Highway 40) with over 80 par-ticipates enjoying the ride.

National River Trails CelebrationSummer means water fun. Looking for a new way to enjoy the water? Did you know that theKansas River (fondly referred to as The Kaw river) is one of the world’s longest prairie rivers,offering the outdoor enthusiast scenic and recreational opportunities?

Enjoy the river by celebrating National River Trails Day on Saturday, June 14th. No need toworry if you don’t have a boat or kayak. Tuttle Creek State Park has rentals available at $20for the day. Rise and shine as folks will gather at 9 a.m. at the boat ramp at Highway 24 –launching at 10 a.m. St. George is the take out site. It’s a great way to spend a sunny summerday! Pack your own lunch to eat along the riverbank. Give aways will be bottled water andsunscreen. Plan to enjoy this four hour float trip on Saturday, June 14th. For more informationand to register please call Tuttle Creek State Park at 785-539-7941.

Bike Across Kansas Breaks in The Little Apple®

Biking across Kansas (BAK) is an annual, eight-day, bicycle tour across the state of Kansas. Thisyear, BAK’s route begins in the Southwest corner of Kansas at Elkart with bike wheels point-ed to the Northeast Corner of Kansas at Highland. Total trip is 547 miles.

Mark your calendar for Wednesday, June 11, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. as BAK participants will beriding into Manhattan, specifically the Blue Earth Plaza, right outside the doors of the FlintHills Discovery Center, for a water stop. We encourage you to come welcome the riders toThe Little Apple®, as they rest and prepare for the rest of their biking day. Their overnightdestination is Wamego on Day 5, of a 85 mile day. The Manhattan CVB is pumped to have ourvery own, Marcia Rozell, Tourism Sales Manager, participating in BAK for the second year in arow. Don’t you agree – she has the perfect way to get out of the office?!

BAK promotes health and wellnessthrough bicycling, as participants enjoy thehistory and beauty of the Kansas land-scape, and the warm hospitality of theKansas towns and people. For more infor-mation on this great summertime tradi-tion, 40 years strong, go to www.BAK.org.And yes, BAK happens rain or shine!

Karen Hibbard, [email protected]

Christy Chase, ConventionSales Manager

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Marcia Rozell, Tourism SalesManager

[email protected]

Kendra Dekat, AdministrativeAssistant/ Service [email protected]

Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau Staff

June 2014Through July 12MAC Watercolor Studio ExhibitManhattan Arts Center785-537-4420

Through July 21MAC Oils Studio ExhibitManhattan Arts Center785-537-4420

Through September 14Ice Age Imperials ExhibitionFlint Hills Discovery Center785-587-2726

3 Preschoolers in the Flint Hills (ages 4-5): Herbs of the WorldFlint Hills Discovery Center1:00-2:00 PM785-587-2726

3 Manhattan Municipal Band ConcertLarry Norvell Band Shell, City Park7:30-8:30 PM785-532-3816

6 Arts in the Park: The Wailin' JennysLarry Norvell Band Shell, City Park8:00 PM785-587-2757

6-8 Singing in the RainColumbian Theatre, Museum & ArtCenter, WamegoFri. & Sat. 7:30 PM; Sun. 2:00 PM785-456-2029

7 9th Annual Autism Spectrum Disorders WorkshopK-State Student Union8:30 AM-3:45 PM785-313-3821

7 Downtown Manhattan Weenie Dog Races & Paws on PoyntzDowntown Manhattan8:00 AM-1:00 PM785-537-9683

7 Feast of the Fields7280 Zeandale Rd5:30 PM-Dusk785-456-9201

7 Friends of Sunset Zoo's Wine in the WildSunset Zoo6:00 PM VIP Reception; 7:00 PM General Admission785-587-2730

7 BirdHouse Music: The Special ConsensusManhattan Arts Center7:30-9:30 PM785-537-4420

8 Manhattan Area Garden TourK-State Gardens1:00-5:00 PM785-537-6350

9-13 LASC CommunityDevelopment Soccer CampAnneberg Park6:00-8:00 PM785-341-3753

10 Preschoolers in the Flint Hills (ages 4-5): All AboardFlint Hills Discovery Center1:00-2:00 PM785-587-2726

10Manhattan Municipal Band ConcertLarry Norvell Band Shell, City Park7:30-8:30 PM785-532-3816

12 K-State Music Camp ConcertAll Faiths Chapel Auditorium, K-State6:30-8:30 PM785-532-3816

13 Arts in the Park: The Big Time Grain CompanyLarry Norvell Band Shell, City Park8:00 PM785-587-2757

13-15 Singing in the RainColumbian Theatre, Museum & ArtCenter, WamegoFri. & Sat. 7:30 PM; Sun. 2:00 PM785-456-2029

15 Father's DaySunset Zoo9:30 AM-5:00 PM785-587-2730

17 Preschoolers in the Flint Hills (ages 4-5): Round Them UpFlint Hills Discovery Center1:00-2:00 PM785-587-2726

17 Manhattan Municipal Band ConcertLarry Norvell Band Shell, City Park7:30-8:30 PM785-532-3816

19 Inaugural Homecare & Hospice Charity Golf TournamentColbert Hills Golf Course2:00 AM-7:00 PM785-537-0688

19 Go See It! Lecture Series: Flint Hills GeocachingFlint Hills Discovery Center7:00 PM785-587-2726

20-21 Manhattan Experimental Theater WorkshopManhattan Arts Center7:30-9:30 PM785-537-4420

21 Footsteps in the Flint Hills(ages 6-8): Mammoths and MoreFlint Hills Discovery Center10:00 AM-12:00 PM785-587-2726

23-24 Auditions: The Rocky Horror ShowManhattan Arts Center7:00-9:00 PM785-537-4420

24 Preschoolers in the Flint Hills (ages 4-5): Ice Age FossilsFlint Hills Discovery Center1:00-2:00 PM785-587-2726

24Manhattan Municipal Band ConcertLarry Norvell Band Shell, City Park7:30-8:30 PM785-532-3816

26-29 Kicker Country Stampede - Country Music FestivalTuttle Creek State Park800-795-8091

27 Back Porch Blues BandBlack Jack Hills Recreation Area, St. George8:00 PM785-494-2707

27 Arts in the Park: 1st Infantry Division BandLarry Norvell Band Shell, City Park8:00 PM785-587-2757

28 Third Annual MAC Dance AttackManhattan Arts Center7:30-9:30 PM785-537-4420

30 Adventure Camp (Grades K-2): Epoch AnimalsFlint Hills Discovery CenterHalf-Day or Full-Day785-587-2726

Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau501 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS 66502(785) 776-8829 • (785) 776-0679 fax

June Anticipated Attendance Numbers

Conferences/Meetings/Reunions

1 American Legion Boys State ......................................................1,000

5 Kansas Lions Annual State Convention ......................................300

7 Pilot Club International Austism Workshop ..............................200

8 National Walnut Council Meeting................................................200

10 Kansas County Treasurer's Association Annual Conference..125

10 Kansas Foundation for Agriculture in the Classroom

Connecting Your Classroom to Kansas Agriculture

18 Kansas Society of Professional Engineers Annual Conference150

18 Farmers Bank and Trust Bank Group Tour...................................50

20 Kansas Association of Airports Workshop ................................100

21 Omaha Council of Garden Clubs Group Tour of Gardens ...100

Sporting Events

7 Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department .........................300

USSSA Girl's Fastpitch - 10U, 12U, 14U, 16U, 18U

11 Bike Across Kansas Annual Bike Ride..........................................900

14 Manhattan Parks and Recreation Department1 .........................50

ASA girls fastpitch softball tournament

26 Pastime Baseball Tournaments ......................................................100

Special Events

3 4-H Discovery Days ........................................................................700

20 Juneteenth ..........................................................................................200

Upcoming Conferences, Sports and Special Events in The Little Apple®

Kelly Loub, Chair, DiningKara Cox, HotelEvan Grier, DiningBernie Haney, Youth/SportsTodd Holmberg, Entertainment/KSUGregg Joyal, HotelMeredith McKee, HotelTerry Olson, RetailWayne Rouse, Entertainment

Evan Tuttle, AttractionJeff Wolfe, Meeting Planner/ KSU

Ex-Officio MembersEddie Estes, City of ManhattanLyle Butler, Chamber PresidentKaren McCulloh, City Commissioner

Manhattan CVB Steering Committee


NEW! Coffee & Conversation: Member/Guest Program

Interested in becoming a member, but would like to know more?Join us for a Coffee & Conversation: Member / Guest Program. Coffee & Conversation:Member/Guest will be a new program in the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce calendar of events for 2014.

This program was created, designed and critiqued by members and non-members for areabusiness men and women. Attendees are provided the opportunity to learn about theManhattan Area Chamber of Commerce and its membership while sharing what makes theirbusiness/organization special and unique. Take the opportunity to: • Network with other business professionals from the community – members & guests• Learn about the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce• Share about your business or organization

Reservations are required for the program. It is limited to 8 members and 8 guests toattend and free to all.

2014 Coffee & Conversation: Member/Guest Program dates:• Wednesday, January 29th • Thursday, April 17th • Wednesday, July 30th • Tuesday, October 21st

Interested in becoming a member and attending an upcoming Coffee & Conversation program? Please contact Kim Dahlsten, Membership Development Manager, 776-8829 or [email protected] for more information and available dates.

What is the Chamber?The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit, voluntary organization of citizens working together to support the business development of Manhattan and make it a better place to work and live. Since incorporation in 1925, the Chamber and its manyvolunteers have invested their time and money to work together and accomplish objectivesthat are impossible to do alone.

More options for YOUR health!• Chiropractic • Acupuncture • Massage Therapy • Nutrition • Reiki

Dr. Kristine SpringerCasey Ebert

Dr. Amy Penrod-FilbyTiffany YoungAimee Phlegar

785-587-0300 • 305 Ft. Riley Blvd • Manhattan, KS

Topic: Cyber Security Awareness

Wednesday, July 16, 201411:30 am - 1:00 pm

Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Boardroom501 Poyntz Ave

Presented by Ben Eckart, Trusted NetworkingSolutions

Ben will highlight the importance of empowering citizens, businesses, government, and schools to improve their cybersecurity preparedness. In this digital age, we are all connected:the actions of one can impact many. Thus, it is essential thateach of us understands our important role in securing cyber-space. Many aspects of our lives rely on the Internet and computers, including communications, transportation, govern-ment, finance, medicine and education. This workshop will consist of a short presentation with opportunities to ask questions and have some general or more specific discussionon the topic.

Attendees are invited to bring their own lunch and theChamber will provide soft drinks and water.

Presenter will begin promptly at 11:45 am to cover material in the time allowed.

This seminar is being offered FREE of charge to Chambermembers. There is a $20 fee for non-members.

Reservations are required as space is limited to 46 attendeesand can be made on online atwww.manhattanchamber.org or by calling 776-8829.

For questions or sponsorship information, please call Kathy at 776-8829.

Manhattan Young ProfessionalsDrew Switzer, WIBW Weather presented to the Manhattan Young Professionals on severeweather in Kansas on May 22. Tips about safety were shared as well as facts and figures ofwhich KS counties have the highest number of tornadoes.

On June 19 the Manhattan Young Professionals will hear from Dan Oblinger with theNational Screening Bureau on "The Art of Negotiation." Hostage negotiators use good listen-ing skills to influence the behavior of total strangers who are in extreme crisis. Listening wellpays dividends in professional and personal relationships. Learn the secrets to unlocking thepower of active listening from a trained and experienced hostage negotiator!

Sponsors of this event:

Valuing Your Business –Discounted Cash FlowModel

One of the most challenginghurdles in many businesstransitions is determining astarting point for valuing thebusiness. If you’re trying tomaximize the value of yourbusiness (although this is notalways the goal), valuing it asa going concern versus acollection of its assets is key.

The Discounted Cash FlowModel is one techniqueoften used. We’ll look intoIncome Multiple Modelsnext month.

Using the Discounted CashFlow Model, value equals aBenefit Stream divided byRisk (discount rate). TheBenefit Stream is the cur-rent value of future cashflows. Risk may be in the 6-10% range for a stable,established business andover 30% for a service busi-ness with a heavy relianceon a single owner. Factorsthat help increase theBenefit Stream whiledecreasing Risk include:• Showing a history of growth (revenue and profits)

• Key employee and owner-ship stability

• Ease of transfer between current owner(s) and future owner(s)

• Contractually obligated sales

• Differentiation

Issues often arise when riskfactors like these are pres-ent:• Lack of 100% ownership• Messy contracts, leases and business relationships

• Over-reliance on single owner or lack of employeestability

• Wild swings in revenues and profits

• Difficult business to find new owner(s) or finance

If you are considering sellingor transitioning your busi-ness, consulting with a certi-fied/accredited business val-uation expert to learnmore.

Daryn Soldan501 Poyntz AvenueManhattan, KS [email protected]/sbdc


Business BarometerApril 2013 April 2014

BUILDING PERMITS - source: City of Manhattan

Total Issued 37 32

Residential $4,219,544 $3,362,357

Non-Residential $163,641 $489,896

Permit Fees Paid $28,793 $24,695

RETAIL SALES (Manhattan) - source: City of Manhattan

Retail Sales $77,956,000 $80,674,700

Sales Tax Collections $779,560 $806,747

MANHATTAN AIR PASSENGER TRAFFIC - MHK airport

Enplanement 4,930 4,800

Deplanement 5,016 4,855

Local insurance agencymakes top 10

Charlson-Wilson InsuranceAgency Inc. of Manhattan hasbeen named one of the top10 growth agencies for Auto-Owners Insurance in thestate of Missouri and Kansasin 2013.

The agency was recognized ata luncheon meeting inColumbia, Mo., and at areception with all regionalassociates, where the agencyand other recipients werepresented with a plaque.

The Charlson-WilsonInsurance Agency has repre-sented Auto-Owners since2011. This is its third timereceiving this honor.

Houtz of Golf USA winsnational award

Golf club fitting pioneer, PingGolf Co. has named BradHoutz to its top 100 NationalFitters of the Year for 2013.

The award salutes those whohave demonstrated the high-est commitment to customfitting and the promotion ofits benefits to golfers of allabilities.

Houtz has also been namedPING Regional Fitter of theyear for 2013 – the third timeto win this designation – pre-viously also winning in 2012and 2005.

Houtz has owned and operat-ed Golf USA Manhattan inSeth Child Commons since1988.

Noteworthy NewsNoteworthy NewsOne of the commonthemes of retail and smallservice business owners isthe desire to see local gov-ernment entities spend taxdollars locally. The smallbusinesses of Manhattangenerate sales tax, pay prop-erty taxes and provide jobopportunities. Some of thelargest purchaser of goodsand services in theManhattan area are theschool districts, county gov-ernments and city govern-ments. Jason Hilgers,Deputy City Manager, Cityof Manhattan was our guestto discuss the purchasingpolicy and practices of theCity of Manhattan.

The headline grabbingspending of the city oftenrelates to larger purchasesmade through the bidprocess. While many of theitems purchased via bid are

of interest to small business,the focus of the SmallBusiness Council discussionwas on goods or servicescosting $20,000 or less thatdo not require bidding. Anypurchase between $5,000and $20,000 requires atleast 3 quotes and theappropriate administrativeapproval. Purchases lessthan $5,000 are at the dis-cretion of the department.The current practice of thecity is to find the lowestprice and to spread pur-chases around.

An outcome of the discus-sion is the need to educatecity staff what goods andservices are provided byour locally owned smallbusinesses. It was alsonoted by members of thecouncil that our local busi-nesses need to view the cityas a customer and provide

quality goods and servicesthat earn repeat business.The Small Business Councilthanks Jason for his timeand willingness to engage inopen discussion. The nextSmall Business Councilmeeting is June 11th at7:15am in the Chamberboard room.

If you have any questionsregarding the Small BusinessCouncil, please contactPatrick Lee at N ZoneSportswear (776-3234 ext.201 or 341-9177) or TrentArmbrust at the Chamber(776-8829). The SmallBusiness Council meetingsare open to all Chambermembers.

Small Business Council Update


IN ONE WORD, what does the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commercemean to you?

Attending an event, seminar or committee meeting with the Manhattan Chamber in 2014? You may be next to sharewhat the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce means to you.

What would your one word be?

Are you a retiree* butstill want to beinvolved and active?Consider joining the Chamber!

As a member of the Manhattan AreaChamber of Commerce, you will bepart of an organization – and a com-munity – that’s known for fellowship,history, hospitality and fun. You’ll con-nect with a wide variety of interest-ing and talented people, includingmany of Manhattan’s key decision-makers. You’ll be able to get involvedin committees and events that letyou contribute your time and talent.

Would you like to learn more?Contact Kim Dahlsten, MembershipDevelopment Manager, (785) 776-8829.* Retired individuals are defined as having no cur-rent business affiliation.

May was filled with great military events,including these:• Our Military Relations Committee Luncheon was standing room only for LTC Sean Ryan’s light hearted and informative presentation on Army Public Affairs.

• COL Frank Muth was promoted to Brigadier General in the Victory Park next to First Infantry Division Headquarters.

• Twenty seven fine young Americans were commissioned to the rank of Second Lieutenant by Former Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and Distinguished Alum of Kansas State University General Richard Myers as park of K-State’s

CALFEX 2010 (Photo courtesy of Fort Riley Public Affairs)

June MRC Luncheon: For the first time ever, Manhattan MRC is joining Junction City MilitaryAffairs Council (JC MAC) for a combined event. Fort Riley has invited the MRC and JC MACto a Combined Arms Live Fire Exercise (CALFEX) on Wednesday, June 11th. After theCALFEX, there will be lunch at Riley’s Conference Center featuring guest speaker LTG(r)Michael Dodson and the awarding of the 2014 Fort Riley Distinguished Troopers. Seating isEXTREMELY limited for the CALFEX portion of the event!!! Please contact Janet if you areinterested in attending.

MRC also participated in two more ceremonies, the Fort Riley Volunteer of the Year Dinnerand the Induction Ceremony of three First Brigade Non Commissioned Officers to theSergeant Audie Murphy Club. Congratulations to all these outstanding Fort Riley soldiers and families!

Military Update

Our new MRC banner and logo made its debut atMay’s USO No Doh Dinner cosponsored with Brigg’s

Auto. Over 300 soldiers and families enjoyed a delicious spaghetti dinner!

Premier Chiropractic & Wellness324C Southwind Place

(785) 320-5300www.premierchiroks.com

McCownGordon Construction227 Blue Earth Place, Suite 205

(785) 789-3100www.mccowngordon.com

Prestige Realty & Associates8831 Quail Lane, Suite 101

(785) 706-1831www.prestigerealtyhome.com

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Now that you belong, it's time to learn moreabout the value the Chamber has to offer youand your business.

What: Member Orientation: You Belong!What's Next?

When: Tuesday, June 17, 2014

Time: 7:45 am – Doors Open & CoffeeTime: 8:00-9:30 am - Program

Where: Chamber Boardroom

Who Should Attend: The program isdesigned for new members and new employ-ees of existing members looking to obtain abetter understanding of the ManhattanChamber and the many benefits associatedwith membership.

As an attendee

you will have the opportunity to:• Meet and interact with Membership Division staff

• Share information about your business withattendees

• Find out how to begin utilizing your Chamber membership; building on the reasons why you joined

This members-only program is limited to 24 and free to attend. RSVP online or byemail to [email protected].

The ball is in your court, your chamber mem-bership can be one of your greatest assets,but you only get out what you put in. Stayinvolved, do not ever give up and use yourchamber to help you win.

We look forward to having you join us on June 17th.

The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce presents the Wall Street Journal Business Bestseller

Hug Your CustomersBy Jack Mitchell

CEO, Mitchells/Richards/Marshs/Wilkes Bashford

Wednesday, September 24Hilton Garden Inn &

Manhattan Conference Center9:30-11:00 am or 1:00-2:30 pm

(sessions are identical)

Member Exclusive Registration of $30 thru July 14, 2014.

Want to learn more? Please visit Claflin Books & Copies, Manhattan Public Library orVarney’s Book Store and get your copy today.

For program details contact the Chamber office at 785-776-8829 or by email to KimDahlsten, [email protected] or Kathy Stevens, [email protected].

Hug Your Customers Fall Seminar!

Sponsored by:

Member Orientation: You Belong! What's Next?

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Documents

Little Apple Business Review - June 2014