June 2013, Volume 9, Issue 6, www.manhattan.org
Chamber Facts
A publication of 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
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Attendees are invited to bring their own lunch and the Chamber will provide soft drinks and water.
Topic: Retail Fraud & Security Wednesday, June 19, 2013 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Boardroom, 501 Poyntz Ave
Presented by Officer Matt Droge, Public Information Officer, Riley County Police Department. Items that will be covered: • Employee Safety • Property Safety • Asset Security • As well as Questions & Answers
Presenter will begin promptly at 11:45 am to cover material in the time allowed.
This seminar is being offered FREE of charge to Chamber members. There is a $20 fee for non-members. Reservations are required as space is limited to 46 attendees and can be made on online at www.manhattanchamber.org or by calling 776-8829. For questions or sponsorship information, please call Kathy or Kim at 776-8829.
10 Excuses for Not Being a Chamber Member Thinking about joining the Chamber, but not sure?
1. My business is too small. To expand your business, you must expand the community that does business with you. Local Chambers of Commerce work continuously to better local business climates. No business is too small to benefit from this activity because as the com-
munity grows, local business grows with it.
2. I’m too busy to attend Chamber meetings. Meetings are important, but so is your financial support. Numerous Chamber committees carry on important local projects and each needs an adequate budget.
If you are too busy to attend meetings right now, join so that your contribution will make it possible for the staff and regular committees to get the jobs done. 3. But I’m a doctor, lawyer, or other professional. Since when has a professional person
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