THE BUSINESS ADVANTAGE LETTER YOUR JANUARY NEWSLETTER
REMEMBER TO SHOP LOCAL DURING THIS NEW YEAR Purchasing from local businesses is more than just a transaction; it is an investment in the growth and success of our community. Small business owners, restaurants, and artisans are the heartbeat of our community, and supporting them contributes to improved infrastructure, more job opportunities, and a more vibrant community for all to enjoy.
WHO WE ARE BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chairman-Matt Morrison, Oread Rx Past Chairman – Alicia Edwards, Arrowhead West
The mission of the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce is to enhance the business climate and improve the quality of life in Dodge City and the surrounding area for our members. “Our Members are OUR Business!”
Secretary –John Bogner, Dodge City Days Chairman
Chris Ragland, United Wireless Arena managed by Venue Works
Josh Guthrie, Guthrie Floorcovering
OUR VISION Building a vibrant and prosperous community through business leadership, enrichment programs, and membership services.
Sarah Gunkel, Davis & McCann, P.A.
Brad Herter, Western State Bank
Michelle Salinas, RE/MAX Villa
Clinton Conant, Red Beard Coffee
Chris Robinson, Mariah Hills Golf Course
Silver Ruiz, Truck Center Companies
Mary Trent, Fee Insurance Group
Mario Rayo, Landmark National Bank
OPERATIONAL VALUES Educate – Business owners and managers to operate successful businesses that reinvest in our community. Facilitate – The leadership development for future leaders of our community. Advocate – For initiatives and issues that will improve our community. Celebrate – Our successes and heritage that promote a quality of life in our community. OUR GOALS Membership Services – Educate Chamber members and Dodge City community members about the Chamber’s mission, vision, values and purpose.
Brianna Wissman, Diamond Roofing
Dr. Tanya Williams, InnovateMed
Josh Yarnall,
Multicultural Business Engagement – Increase multicultural business owner and leader engagement in Chamber programs, events, volunteer opportunities and in civic roles throughout the community.
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EX OFFICIO MEMBERS
Dodge City Days – Define opportunities, revenue enhancements, and long-term priorities in support of the Dodge City Days Festival.
John Bogner, Dodge City Days Chairman
Dr. Fred Dierksen, Unified School District #443
J.D. Gilbert, Ford County
Joann Knight, Dodge City/Ford County Development Corporation
Legislative Committee – Identify business leaders that will drive positive dialogue on legislative issues impacting Dodge City with local, state, and federal officials. Operational Priorities – Collaborate with Dodge City/Ford County Economic Development Corporation in conducting community town halls to refresh the Dodge City/Ford County strategic plan.
Dr. Harold Nolte, Dodge City Community College
Megan Welsh, Dodge City Convention and Visitors Bureau
Nick Hernandez, City of Dodge City
CHAMBER STAFF Karla Lees, President/CEO klees@dodgechamber.com
Joni Wittman, Events Director jwittman@dodgechamber.com
Shawn Smith, Business & Media Director ssmith@dodgechamber.com
Workforce Development – Identify the workforce skills and needs desired by Dodge City businesses. OFFICE INFORMATION Monday – Friday, 9AM – 5PM Office (620) 227-3119 | (620) 227-2957 (FAX) 101 E. Wyatt Earp | PO Box 939 Dodge City, KS 67801 www.dodgechamber.com www.facebook.com/dcacc e-mail: info@dogechamber.com
Upcoming Events
RIBBON CUTTING & OPEN HOUSE - FORD COUNTY EMS 50TH ANNIVERSARY 10996 113 RD SATURDAY, JANUARY 6TH 1:00PM - 3:00PM
CHAMBER COFFEE - LOVE & BLOOM FLORAL BOUTIQUE 1509 W WYATT EARP BLVD SUITE 4 TUESDAY, JANUARY 9TH 9:00AM -10:00AM
Welcome New Members AVINA MEDIA
(913) 276-9862
MY STUDIO (MASSAGE YOGA STUDIO, LLC)
(620) 253-3024 504 N 2ND AVENUE
december Events
holiday Chamber coffee - red beard coffee: December 5th
chamber coffee - care to thrive: december 12th
december Events Chamber holiday posada: december 5th
december Events
ribbon cutting - Julie berries: december 16th
ribbon cutting - valley state bank: december 21st
Membership Renewals
Rebein Brothers Law Firm Koch Fertilizer, LLC Gravity Wellness Jolee Chris Coles Kerbs- Coldwell Banker Hancocks Cox Communications Kindsvater, Inc. Southwest Kansas Miracle-Ear, LLC. Dodge City Dental Care Ghumm's Auto Center of Dodge City JBT Investments, Inc. dba Overhead Door Co./A-1 Glass Co. Shelter Insurance/Micheal Mariche Wessel Iron & Supply, Inc. Broce Manufacturing Co, Inc PT Works Plaza Car Wash - Suds, Inc. Papa John's Pizza JC Penney Co. Wal-Mart Supercenter Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas Davis Electric Inc Western State Bank Edward Jones- Lloyd Davis B & B Theatres, Inc. dba Village 8 Theatres Waters Hardware Landmark National Bank Swaim Funeral Home Congressman Tracey Mann's Office Community Foundation of Southwest Kansas Ideatek
Erv's Body Shop Inc. Long's, Inc. Lewis Toyota of Dodge City General Pest Control Farmers Country Market Wil Fischer Distributing of Dodge City Luminous Neon, Inc. Ace Hardware - Pride Ag Resources IHOP BestWater of SWK MJE, LLC The Victory Electric Cooperative Assn, Inc O'Neil Distributing City of Dodge City CrossCountry Freight Solutions A & A Exterminating, Inc. Mr. G's Liquor New Chance, Inc. SouthWest KS Area Agency on Aging KanEquip, Inc Grand Mere Restaurant Group Wilson Trailer Sales of Kansas Dodge City Public Schools -- USD 443 T-Mobile Interstate Batteries of West Kansas Starr Computer Solutions, Inc. Dodge City Brewing Co., LLC Superior Home Improvements, LLC High Plains Farm Credit
MARCH MARCH
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Chamber Annual Meeting & Banquet Continuation of theWireless eventArena on & United Boot Hill Casino & Resort day one Conference Center
JULY 25 - AUGUST 4 Dodge CIty Days 2024
APRIL
Chamber Golf Tournament
2024
Mariah Hills Golf Course
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NOVEMBER Holiday Arts & Craft Show
1-3 2024
Civic Center
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January 2, 2024 Dodge City, KS
Roto-Mix, LLC Celebrates 40 Years in business! Roto-Mix is proud to announce our 40th anniversary milestone. Roto-Mix was founded in Dodge City, Kansas by Ben Neier and Bill Pullen in 1984. Since that time, ROTO-MIX has grown to include additional manufacturing facilities in Hoisington, Kansas and Sunnyside Washington as well as a retail location in Scott City, Kansas. The marketing arm has over 100 dealers providing local sales and service in the U.S. and sales in over 40 international markets. With an in-house engineering department the company’s leading edge developments specifically meet the ever-changing requirements of the beef and dairy cattle feeding industry along with the composting industry. ROTOMIX has successfully filed several patents related to the livestock mixing and feeding equipment. As important as our patents are, our most valuable commodity is our 100+ skilled and dedicated employees. Each and every one of them is committed to delivering a superior product to our dealers and end-users. ROTO-MIX has built its reputation as the leading manufacturer of livestock mixing and feeding equipment, compost mixing equipment and manure spreaders by continually setting standards for the industry. We would like to say “Thank You” to our loyal customers and employees to help us achieve this 40th anniversary milestone.
Roto-Mix, LLC 2205 East Wyatt Earp Blvd. Dodge City, KS 67801 Phone: (620) 225-1142 Fax: (620) 225-1142 www.rotomix.com
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