December 2015, Volume 11, Issue 12, www.manhattan.org
A publication of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce
Happy Holidays from the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce!
Contact us:
501 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS, 66502-6005 785-776-8829 phone 785-776-0679 fax chamber@manhattan.org www.manhattan.org TDD Kansas Relay Center: 800-766-3777 Connect with the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce through Social Media.
A Great Gift Idea!
For the holidays Little Apple Dollars make the perfect gift and are a great way to keep your dollars local!
Spendable at over 100 area businesses, these checks are easy to use and are spent exclusively with Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce merchants adding to the local economy.
If you are a Chamber member and are not currently on the list of accepting merchants and would like to be, please contact Laura at the Chamber office at 785-776-8829.
Resolve to be involved in 2016
Committee involvement offers members an excellent opportunity to take an active role in planning and implementing programs and strategies to achieve the Chamber's goals. While participating on committees, you’ll network with other members, increase the visibility of your company name and ultimately enhance the effectiveness of your Chamber membership. Keep in mind that your Chamber membership is a company-wide membership, so feel free to share the committee list with others in your company. Chamber Champions Public relations arm of the Chamber; attend ribbon
cuttings and ground breakings. Staff liaison: Kim Dahlsten, kim@manhattan.org, 785-776-8829
Diplomats Lead new member retention efforts to increase member involvement. Staff liaison: Kim Dahlsten, kim@manhattan.org, 785-776-8829 Manhattan Young Professionals Establish social and professional opportunities for professionals between the ages of 21-40. Staff liaison: Dena Huff, dena@manhattan.org, 785-776-8829
Member Services Develop new programs and services for the membership. Staff liaison: Laura Anderson, laura@manhattan.org, 785-776-8829
Military Relations Foster positive relations between Fort Riley personnel and the Manhattan business community. Staff liaison: Janet Nichols, janet@manhattan.org, 785-776-8829
Public Policy Monitor legislative and specific issues that affect the business community. Staff liaison: Lyle Butler, lyle@manhattan.org, 785-776-8829
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Travel with the Manhattan Chamber in May 2016
The Manhattan, Junction City and Salina Area Chambers of Commerce present Alpine Countries featuring Munich, Salzburg, and seven nights at one hotel in Innsbruck. Travel dates are May 10-18, 2016 $3,895* per person/double. $650 single supplement Final payment due Feb. 15, 2016 Inclusions: • Roundtrip airfare from Kansas City (KCI) • International air departure Taxes/fuel • 10 meals: 7 breakfast/3 dinner • Professional tour director • Motor coach transportation • Admissions per Itinerary • Comprehensive sightseeing • Baggage handled
This trip is open to Manhattan Chamber members, friends, family and general public. Travelers may live outside Manhattan and Riley County. All are welcome to join the trip. Contact Kim Dahlsten at kim@manhattan.org (785-776-8829) with questions or additional information.