DIRECTOR’S
CORNER
Angie Bruna
Executive Director, Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce
¬¬After having it sit on my “to read” list for more months than I care to admit, I’ve recently embarked on reading the book Good to Great by Jim Collins. It’s been a great read thus far, and has sparked a fun conversation or two, beginning with the concept of the title alone. At my house one evening, I posed the question to my husband, and my ten and six-year-old boys, is there a difference between good and great, and is it a settlement to be good, not great? I thoroughly enjoyed the conversation that spurred from that question. Later, I started to think about connections on how this concept applies to our daily lives, in how we prepare for the day, in how we perform at our jobs, in all that we do. If we’re good, is that okay? Or is good a settlement for something that could be great? Another connection that struck me was a paragraph about people, and that “The old adage ‘People are your most important asset’ turns out to be wrong. People are not your most important asset. The right people are.” I found myself nodding in agreement. And I found myself smiling as I read this, as I couldn’t help but note the timeliness of reading this just days after Rick Haraldson, CEO of Beatrice Community Hospital & Health Center, and Jason Alexander, Superintendent of Beatrice Public Schools, had just shared their top ten reasons for choosing Beatrice with us at our Members Awards Luncheon. They went through a great list, and number one was… you guessed it… THE PEOPLE! The people in our community are hardworking, passionate, friendly, and dedicated to what they do – what we do. We have partnered together to accomplish many things in our businesses and organizations, including earning distinguished awards such as being named the 2018 Southeast Nebraska Community of the Year! What a prime example of stepping up to the challenge of not settling for good but striving to be great!
Board of Directors Executive Committee Karen Stohs - Chair
NE Dept of Labor 2nd term ends Dec. 2019
Jeff Davis - Chair Elect
Smith Schafer Davis Gaertig LLC 2nd term ends Dec. 2019
Jen Vrtiska - Treasurer
Midwest Livestock Systems, Inc. 1st term ends Dec. 2019
Patrick Ethridge - Secretary Beatrice Daily Sun 2nd term ends Dec. 2019 Jim Nelson - Past Chair Nelson, Clark & Timan, PC 2nd term ends Dec. 2018
Directors Joe Blackburn
Blackburn Technologies 1st term ends Dec. 2018
Alicia Buhr
Mosaic 2nd term ends Dec. 2018
Zachary Coffin
Harmon-Wright Mortuary & Crematory 1st term ends Dec. 2018
Erich Tiemann
R.L. Tiemann Construction 1st term ends Dec. 2018
Dr. Jacob May
Inline Healing 2nd term ends Dec. 2019
I end with presenting you with a challenge… don’t settle for good in your day to day lives, set your goals for greatness! ANGIE BRUNA
Executive Director, Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce
Heath Stewart
First National Bank 1st term ends Dec. 2019
Julie Feist
First State Bank Nebraska 1st term ends Dec. 2020
Ryan Norris
Carriage Motors 1st term ends Dec. 2020
Colleen Schoneweis
Colleen’s Catering 1st term ends Dec. 2020
Chamber Staff Angie Bruna
Executive Director
Nolan Fast
Member Services & Marketing Coordinator
Vickie Penner
Administrative Coordinator
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THE NEWS
Thank you to the Beatrice Area Chamber Members that renewed their membership! Beatrice Fire Protection, LLC Beatrice Humane Society Beatrice Rentals LLC Blackburn Technologies Blue Cross and Blue Shield NE Blue River Adult & Teen Challenge Brick and Mortar Realty, LLC Church of Christ Creative Surfaces, LLC Farmers Union Insurance Lillian L. Fritch First State Bank Nebraska The Flower Shop Foster Grandparent Program Gage County MAPS Coalition Garnett Investment Strategies Habitat for Humanity of Gage County Dawn Hill Jan’s Cleaners Johnny’s Welding Lincoln Airport Authority
Mary Kay Cosmetics-Ruth Wells Nebraska Machine & Tool, Inc. New York Life News Channel Nebraska North 77 Dairy Queen Grill & Chill O’Neill Insurance, Inc. Pony Express Vet Nebraska Precision Auto Tune, Inc. Premiere Bookkeeping, LLC Randstad Ratigan-Schottler Manufacturing Robertson Realty LLC Schnuelle, Pamela Schuller, Don Schuster’s Outdoor & R.V., Inc. Shoe Sensation #887 Southeast Community College St. John Lutheran Church The Steel Magnolia Underground Specialties Walmart Super Center WPD Wind Projects, Inc.
Thank you to our new members who have decided to invest in the the Beatrice Chamber, their business, and our community!
Zephyr Towers, LLC
Full Service Tower & General Contracting Company 400 Bell Street, Beatrice, NE 68310 (402) 230-3259 / (402) 230-3260 www.ZephyrTowers.com
The Victorian Inn
Hotel 1903 N 6th St, Beatrice, NE 68310 (402) 228-5955 www.VictorianInnHotels.com
Priority Printing
Full Service Printing 416 Court Street, Beatrice, NE 68310 (402) 228-2174 www.PriorityPrinting.online
The Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce advocates for our members, as well as collaborates with other organizations to strengthen, sustain, and grow our local culture and economy.
Current Membership: 369
Congratulations to this year’s 2018 Member Awards winners! Business Person/Young Professional of the Year Mark Simonson - Security First Bank Best New Image Taco John’s New Business of the Year This event was proudly sponsored by:
Thank you to everyone who came to this year’s Member Awards, we had a great time honoring some wonderful businesses in our community. We’d also like to thank Jason Alexander and Rick Haraldson for coming and talking to us about what brought them to Beatrice. We can’t wait to see you all at our next event!
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Vintage Venue Business of the Year Penner Insurance Agency Non-Profit of the Year Beatrice Community Hospital Foundation Employee Recognition Lindsay Wooton - Inline Healing Volunteer of the Year Greg Weaver - Napa Auto Parts PAGE 3
2018 Chamber Challenge members Q5 Control
Mike Sterling 402-806-3402 New York Life
Jon Palmquist 402-223-1930 Colleen’s catering
Colleen Schoneweis 402-239-3304 Justin’s Neighborhood Meats
Justin Scheele 402-230-3275 Ron Maschmeier
402-239-4156 John Bauer
402-223-3029 us bank
Jina Raber 402-228-4213 plaza ridge dental
Jason Roche DDS 402-223-4140 Beatrice Ford Lincoln
Advertising Opportunities... Are you ready to reserve your ad space in the 2019 Member Directory? 1500 copies are printed and distributed to Chamber members, visitors to our comunity, and new residents to the community when they sign up for utilities through the City. The Directory is also made available for the public to read and download online in a high quality digital format. Check out the insert in this newsletter for cost and specifications. Need help designing your ad? We can help with that too!
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Ray Hernandez 402-223-3547 Inline Healing
Dr. Jacob May 402-806-4317 homestead land co.
John Zarybnicky 402-228-2090 Rewound Power Motors Sales & Service
Rich & Glo Daubendiek 402-228-4356 Sonic Drive In
Dennis Lyons 402-230-1130 Whispering Winds Cottage, LLC.
Pam & Randy Kozeal 402-228-6354 blackburn Technologies
Joe Blackburn 402-228-8822
THE NEWS
Holiday Lighted Parade Saturday, December 1, 2018 6:00 PM REGISTRATION INFO: • Register by November 23, 2018 | $10.00 entry fee | Registrations received after November 23 will be accepted only if space allows. • Entry fee must accompany entry form. Only one description allowed per entry. Entry fees will not be refunded. • Parade Line-up position and number will be given at check-in the day of the parade. • Parade entries will be limited to approximately 30 • Entry position in the parade line-up will be determined by the order entries are received and at staff discretion. • Floats are required to be decoratively lighted. • Only ONE LIVE Santa will be used and will be on the last float of the parade, which will be the Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce float • Prizes will be given for three categories: Best use of Lights, Best Holiday Spirit, and Best Theme ASSEMBLY: • Check-in located at parking lot at 512 South 5th Street. Only one person needs to report to check-in from each entry. • Parade line-up is from 5:00—5:55 pm on Saturday, December 1, 2018. Line-up numbers and instructions will be given at check-in. PARADE RULES: • Please do not throw candy or other items from moving vehicle. Giveaways must be distributed by walkers alongside the parade entry. • People walking need to be able to walk at the pace of the parade to help prevent large gaps in the parade. • Children under age 12 must be part of a sponsored entry with adult supervision. • Height Restriction of 16’ maximum, due to power lines. • No water guns, balloons, or other water throwing devices will be allowed. • Only holiday music should be played. • Open flames on floats will not be allowed. • Horses are allowed, but must be bagged. • Judging will be completed at the end of Parade route in the BPS Administration Parking Lot.
ENTRY NAME:____ ___________________________________________ DATE: ____________________________________ CONTACT PERSON: ___________________________________________EMAIL: __________________________________ BUSINESS/ORGANIZATION (If Different Than Entry Name) ____________________________________________________ ADDRESS: ____________________ City:_____________ State___ Zip:_____ PHONE: ____________________________ Estimated Length of Entry in Feet: _______ Number of Vehicles: ________ Will your Entry Have Music? ❑ YES ❑ NO By entering this event, I hereby for myself, my heirs, the group or company I am representing, and executors waive and release any and all rights and claims for damages against the Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce, the City of Beatrice, and all volunteers, staff, and sponsors for any injuries suffered by me or my group in connection with this event. I further certify I am in good physical condition to participate in this event.
ENTRY NAME:____ _________________________________________________________________ DATE: _________________________________
Return completed entry form along with entry fee by November 23, 2018 to: Beatrice Area Chamber of Commerce & Gage County Tourism
218 N 5th Street, Beatrice, NE 68310 | Ph:402.223.2338 | Fax 402.223.2339 | info@beatricechamber.com
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AMBASSADORS |GEANA BLYTHE, BEATRICE STATE DEVELOPMENTAL CENTER, CHAIR
In September the Chamber Ambassadors had the privilege of holding two ribbon cuttings. The first was at Jackson Hewitt Tax Services, which is located at 1818 Court Street, Suite Two in Beatrice. The second was at Collection Associate’s new location at 1901 Court Street in Beatrice. The Ambassadors had so much fun at both events, and are proud of what both companies are doing in our community!
2018 Legislative Forum
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with Nebraska Chamber of Commerce & Industry
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Tuesday, October 9th, 2018 11:30-1:00 Chamber of Commerce & Industry The Black Crow, 405 Court Street, Beatrice, NE
To help our members garner a better understanding of recent legislation and Nebraska’s economic climate, the State Chamber - in Coordination with the Beatrice Area Chamber is offering a Legislative Forum tour stop in Beatrice. This forum will provide a great opportunity for employers, employees, and community leaders to get a firsthand look at the legislative process, learn the issues, and meet their elected representatives. This year’s tour will also feature an update on Blueprint Nebraska.
Tuesday, October 9, 2018 11:30 - 1 p.m.
he Black Crow, 405 Court Street, Beatrice, NE 68310 Your local elected representatives have been invited to attend.
Both candidates for State Senate District 30 will have 5 minutes to speak.
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Your local elected representatives have been invited to attend. candidates for State Senate District 30 will have 5 minutes to speak.
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MESSAGE FROM THE HOMESTEAD Remembering Homestead National Monument of America Volunteer: Gerald C. “Jerry” Davison This month we remember Jerry Davison (1927-2016), an active community leader and a “Volunteer of the Year” award recipient at Homestead National Monument of America. Last month and this month (October 19 and 20), Homestead National Monument of America hosted free art classes for 5th to 12th grade students in honor of his work, which was made possible by the Jerry Davison Memorial Fund. Born in Crete, Nebraska, Jerry graduated Crete High School in 1945, and then served in the United States Coast Guard (1945-1946). Following service with the Coast Guard, Jerry attended Doane College and the University of Nebraska, and earned a degree from the University of Colorado School of Banking. Jerry married his wife, Joan, on November 23, 1952, and together they had two daughters, Annette and Diane. Jerry was an active community leader and worked in banking and architecture. In support of Homestead National Monument of America, he served on the board of the Friends of Homestead National Monument of America friends group, and as a very active volunteer. He began working closely with Homestead National Monument of America around the turn of the century, and he played a significant role in establishing the nationally-recognized volunteer program at the Monument. He personally recruited numerous volunteers for the park— many of whom still volunteer at the park today—and he acted as a volunteer group leader. Jerry was also a skilled photographer and artist in his own right, and his artwork was sold through the bookstores at Homestead National Monument of America. He credited part of his love for art, photography, and architecture to an art class he took as an elementary student himself. This is why he wanted his memorial fund to be used to host art workshops at the Monument. Jerry did a lot of outreach for Homestead National Monument of America—acting as a frequent advocate for the park wherever he went. He even helped to establish the Master Volunteer Ranger Group at Homestead National Monument of America, and joined the Homestead Volunteer Coordinator in San Francisco, California to present on this program at the Department of the Interior Partnership Conference. Jerry was recognized as Homestead National Monument of America’s “Volunteer of the Year” in 2002, becoming the park’s very first “Volunteer of the Year.” All told, he left an indelible mark on Homestead National Monument of America. His work not only helped the park immensely, he also greatly inspired the park’s rangers, staff, and volunteers. He remains fondly remembered and missed at the Monument. To learn more about Homestead National Monument of America, its mission, and upcoming programs, visit our website at www.nps.gov/home or give us a call at 402-223-3514.
Gage county
tourism update
Our next big tourism project is coming up! November 3rd is the Beatrice Nebraska Invitational Tournament. Gage County Tourism and Beatrice Hoops have teamed up to bring this season opening, one day basketball tournament to Beatrice and Gage County. Games will be played in Beatrice across various locations. We’re very excited to bring in out of town teams and their families and show them what we have to offer! We’re encouraging our local shops and restaurants to be ready for the influx of people out and about in the community in between games. We also like to make sure everyone knows, I have moved positions within the Chamber. I am now the Member Services and Marketing Cooridiator. The Tourism Coordinator position is currently open, so if you’re interested or know someone who might be, you can find that job information on the Beatrice Chamber web page under “Job Postings” which is located on the bottom of the page. Nolan Fast
Member Services and Marketing Coordinator
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Leadership Beatrice had Arts and Media Day last month. The class started the day by visiting the Beatrice Public Library and heard from Krista Wiedel from the Beatrice Area Arts Council. They also visited KWBE, The Beatrie Daily Sun, The Gage County Historical Society and Museum, and finished the day off at the Homestead National Monument of America. Over lunch, they had a lesson on proper dining etiquette at Vintage Venue. Government Affairs Committee Jeff Davis - Committee Chair
The Government Affairs Committee held legislative forums September 25th and October 2nd. Candidates from the following contested races were invited to attend: Beatrice Airport Authority Beatrice City Council, Ward 3 Informational Presentation for Ballot Initiative on Sales Tax Increase to Fund New Fire Hall Gage County Supervisors, District 1 School Board District 15 - Beatrice State Board of Education – Dist. 5 NE State Board of Regents – Dist. 5 Public Service Commissioner – Dist. 1 Nebraska State Legislature – Dist. 30 All Forums were recorded and shared on the Chamber Facebook page. Take a moment to view these, then be sure to vote on November 6th! PROUDLY SERV ING THE
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Our members are welcome to be a part of any committee they are interested in. Contact us to get involved!
Calendar of Events - October 2018
Date
Event/Meeting
Time
Location
OCT 1
Chamber Radio Show
8:30 AM
KWBE 1450 AM
OCT 2
Canidate Forums
7:00 PM
Administration Building
OCT 4
SCC Wow
4:00 PM
SCC - Kennedy Building
Trail of Treasures
All Day
Gage County
Harvest Festival
10 AM - 4 PM
Filley Stone Barn
OCT 8
Leadership Beatrice Planning Committee
12:00 PM
Carnegie Conference Room
OCT 9
Agribusiness Committee
7:30 AM
Country Cookin’ Cafe - 111 S 8th St, Beatrice, NE
OCT 9
Executive Committee
8:30 AM
Carnegie Conference Room
OCT 9
NE Chamber Legislative Forum
11:30 PM
The Black Crow - 405 Court St, Beatrice, NE
OCT 11 Government Affairs
8:30 AM
Carnegie Conference Room
OCT 11 Ambassadors
10:00 AM
Carnegie Conference Room
OCT 11 Ribbon Cutting
10:45 AM
The Victorian Inn - 1903 N 6th St, Beatrice, NE
OCT 16 Board of Directors
12 - 4 PM
Risky’s - 2317 N 6th St # 1, Beatrice, NE
All Day
The Rice Lodge, Odell, NE
10:00 AM
Carnegie Conference Room
OCT 25 Holiday Parade Committee
8:30 AM
Carnegie Conference Room
OCT 31 Halloween
All Day
OCT 31 Homestead Days Committee Meeting
8:30 AM
OCT 5-7 OCT 6
OCT Leadership Beatrice Retreat 18-19 OCT 25 Ambassadors
Carnegie Conference Room
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