BUSINESS REVIEW LITTLE APPLE
May 2019, Volume 15, Issue 5, www.manhattan.org
A publication of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce
Congratulations 2019 Leadership Manhattan graduates
The Leadership Manhattan class of 2019 and alumni gathered at the Bluemont Hotel for awards upon the class’ successful completion of the program. Among festivities at every graduation, the Lyle Butler Distinguished Service award is presented to recognize Leadership Manhattan alumni. Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce established the Distinguished Service Award to reward pinnacle community service and high qualities of leadership achievement. The name of the award was recently changed to the Lyle Butler Distinguished Leadership Award. 2019 winner Larie Schoap joins the long list of talented members and to earn the award. Schoap is vice president at ESB Financial. She has been in mortgage lending for more than 30 years. April’s graduation ceremony concluded an extensive seven session, four-month program for the 19 graduates of the 2019 class. Sessions ranged from state government to local government, community awareness, education and the Manhattan economy.
Polish your message for B2B Connection
A polished 90-second elevator pitch can do wonders to put your company on the map and in high regard among business peers. Get your 90-second presentation for Business 2 Business Connection ready for this can’t miss event, sponsored by Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce. On May 23, 11:30 a.m. at the Holiday Inn at the Campus, disseminate your business information to over 80 contacts in a single afternoon.
Mary Vanier presented the Distinguished Leadership Award to Larie Schoap.
Congratulations to the entire Leadership Manhattan Class of 2019!
Contributors to the forum rotate among eight-person tables, and each offers a 1½-minute delivery to increase business connections. Here’s an opportunity to backup that hand-delivered business card in a fast-moving setting, like speed dating for business-minded individuals. Sponsorships are still available; registration required.Visit the Chamber website (Manhattan.org) or call Jane Eyestone (785-776-8829). Holiday Inn (Campus) is located at 1641 Anderson Ave. Table sponsors: Twin Valley, Manhattan Area Technical College, WTC, Ascension Via Christi and Bluemont Hotel.