Little Apple Business Review - November 2013

November 2013, Volume 9, Issue 11, www.manhattan.org

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.

Health Care Reform Update Workshop Save the Date!

A publication of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce

Tuesday, December 3, 2013 11:00am – 12:30pm OR 1:30 – 3:00 pm Chamber boardroom, 501 Poyntz Ave.

Fee: Chamber members – FREE; General Admission - $20 Presented by James Gordon, CPA with Sink, Gordon & Associates LLP Public Accountants

To register for the workshop, contact the Chamber office by email at chamber@manhattan.org, call 785-776-8829 or contact Kathy Stevens.

Watch for more details about this exciting workshop!

Thursday, November 21 7:15 – 8:30am at the Manhattan Country Club

Start your day off with breakfast and some early morning networking. Coffee and networking will begin at 7:15am followed by a breakfast buffet and four speakers that will share information about local topics of interests to the community.

Speakers for the event will include: • Bill Clark, Director, Flint Hills Regional Council – A Convening Agency for Regionalism • Debbie Mercer, Dean of Education – Changes in the College of Sponsored by: Education • Ward Morgan, CEO, CivicPlus & Networks Plus – Changes to Downtown Manhattan • Peter Van Kuren, Director, Manhattan Regional Airport – Expansion & Changes to the airport Register online at www.manhattanchamber.org or by calling 776-8829.

The cost is $20 per member or $35 for non-members.

2014 Official Manhattan City Map Advertising Sales Campaign As our maps continue to move from our office to the hands of prospective Manhattan residents combined with the ever changing topography due to new streets and developments that are defining our continued growth, it is time for a new official map.

This publication includes the city of Manhattan, the lake area, the Timber Creek area, the airport, Kansas State University and Fort Riley. It is completely supported by advertising and is a great way to get your business in front of newcomers to Manhattan.

We find the map and online counterpart to be one of our most vital tools for marketing our area to new residents, businesses and area developers. With the NBAF announcement, the inquiries for relocation

information are expected to be higher than usual. In addition, these inquiries will be coming from a demographic of individuals and firms that you will want as your customers and clients.

As an advertiser you will have access to free design and layout of your ad, location of your business pinpointed on the map and triple your exposure with the online version. Map advertising prices start at $295.00 and include a designated number for your own distribution.

Tony Sandoval, from Community-Link, will be handling outside sales beginning November 4, 2013. If you would like an appointment to discuss and have help with your ad, please contact Dena Huff at 776-8829.

Important dates for 2014 Leadership Manhattan Program

Application Deadline:

November 5

Class Announcement:

December 6

Tuition Due: December 2

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Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review

The mission of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce is to foster a changing environment for business success that enhances the quality of life in our region. We market the region, advocate for business, and provide services to our members and customers.

Are you interested in being a member of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce? Give Kim a call at 776-8829 for more information.

This is a publication of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce – all advertising is the responsibility of The Manhattan Mercury. To place an ad or for more information, call David Van Ommen at 776-2200, or dvanommen@themercury.com.

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Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce 89th Annual Meeting and Banquet Friday, February 21, 2014 Manhattan Conference Center

As the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce's most popular event, the Annual Meeting and Banquet regularly attracts over 500 of the area's top business and community leaders.

The Annual Meeting serves to bring together the leadership and membership of the Manhattan Chamber to celebrate the accomplishments of the past year and launch new Chamber initiatives. At the dinner, we will also honor the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors, inaugurate the new Board Chairman and recognize many of our outstanding and dedicated committee members and volunteers for their time and efforts in support of our mission. The highlight of the evening will be the surprise announcements of the 2013 Volunteer of the Year and Lud Fiser Citizen of the Year.

Sponsoring this event will garner significant exposure for your business. Sponsorship opportunities are available at various levels. Contact Kathy Stevens at kathy@manhattan.org or 785-776-8829 for more information and to secure your sponsorship today.

Sponsorships are available at the following levels: • Platinum Sponsor - $3,500 (only one available) • Bronze Sponsor - $1,750 (three available) • Copper Hour Sponsor - $1,250 (four available) • Gold Level Table Sponsor - $825 (includes eight seats) • Silver Level Table Sponsor - $425 (includes four seats)

Tuesday, November 26th 7:45 – 9:00am Chamber Boardroom, 501 Poyntz Ave

Come Mingle with us!

The Morning Mingle is a fun and informal networking group open to all members of the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with fellow Chamber members, make new contacts, exchange business cards and create business partnerships.

This unique networking opportunity shines the spotlight on each attendee individually, allowing them to introduce themselves and give a short “commercial” for their business. Don’t forget to bring business cards! You can place a stack on the business card buffet to share with other attendees.

Registration and networking starts at 7:45am with introductions beginning promptly at 8:00. Attendees will each have 30 seconds to address the group.

Admission is a buck and a business card (payable at the door). Reservations are required as seating is limited. You may register online at www.manhattanchamber.org, by emailing chamber@manhattan.org or call the Sponsored by: Chamber office at 785-776-8829.

Contact Kathy with questions and for sponsorship opportunities, 785.776.8829 or kathy@manhattan.org.

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Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review

Thank you to Commerce Bank, Scott Rice Office Works, and Sink, Gordon, & Associates for hosting over 250 Chamber members at an outstanding Business After Hours in October.

Door prize winners included: William Bahr with Arthur-Green Attorneys at Law, Samantha Ellison with Four Points by Sheraton and Tim McDonald with Flint Hills Christian School.

The Chamber gave away a one-year pass to Business After Hours to Amber Klug with Four Points by Sheraton and $50 in Little Apple Dollars to Tommy Lee.

Please join us for Business After Hours in November!

Wednesday, November 13 5:30 – 7:00 pm Hosted by Hy-Vee

Held at the Manhattan Conference Center 410 South 3rd Street

Reservations can be made online at www.manhattanchamber.org, by emailing chamber@manhattan.org or call 776-8829.

Hosted by:

At Hy-Vee we are proud to say we are employee owned. This means each store has its own role and say to what involvement it will have in the company. In Manhattan we employee over 350 employees with 70 of them being full-time positions. Hy-Vee is the only grocery store in Manhattan that has a full-time registered dietitian on staff. We also have one of the largest selections of all natural and gluten free items in town.

Hy-Vee is looking forward to making this Chamber event packed full of great holiday catering ideas and fun food stations from every department in our store. We are planning on having a prime rib carving station, seafood/sushi bar, cheese from around the world , all of your favorite bakery deserts and several local wines and beers to wash it all down with. We are giving away $1,000 in HyVee gift cards along with several other surprise gifts, so make sure to sign up early and bring a guest. Hy-Vee looks forward to seeing the Manhattan community at this special event so mark November 13th on your calendar!

Thank you to the following members of the Chamber Champions and Chamber Diplomats for volunteering to help with registration at the October Business After Hours: Christine Benne, Genae Denver with Manhattan Christian College, Dustin Taylor with Kansurance and Alice Wagner with Community First National Bank.

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Upcoming Chamber Events

To make a reservation for an upcoming event, please call the Chamber at 776-8829. Please join us as your time allows.

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Ribbon Cutting – Vanguard Home Designs LLC 4:30 pm 1115 Westport Drive, Suite D2

Manhattan Young Professionals - Build Habitat House 8:00 am Ribbon Cutting – Grace’s Asian Fusion Café 4:00 pm 1319 Anderson Avenue

Manhattan Young Professionals Music Trivia 5:30 pm 12th & Moro - Kite’s

Business After Hours 5:30 – 7:00 pm Host: Hy-Vee Location: Manhattan Conference Center Member Orientation: You Belong!

What’s Next?

7:45 – 9:30 am Chamber Boardroom Good Morning Manhattan 7:15 – 8:30 am Location: Manhattan Country Club Morning Mingle 7:45 – 9:00 am Chamber Boardroom

Ribbon Cutting - Manhattan Primary Care, LLC 11:30 am 1133 College Avenue, Building A, Suite 211

Healthcare Reform Update Workshop 11:00am - Noon or 1:30-2:30pm Chamber Boardroom Business After Hours 5:30 – 7:00 pm Host: Briggs Auto Leaders’ Retreat Overland Park Sheraton

89th Annual Meeting & Banquet

*All dates and times are subject to change.

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Thank you for Reinvesting

Since our September newsletter, these businesses have reinvested their investments in the Chamber.

The Board of Directors and staff thank these businesses for their continuing support of the Chamber.

Over 15 Years Arrow State Lines CoCo Bolos, Inc. CSL Plasma Dean Ali R. Malekzadeh, Ph.D Farrar Corporation Harry’s Jackie McClaskey Manhattan Regional Airport Merry Maids M & S Plumbing, Heating & Air Conditioning RC Auto Body Steven Graham Vista Drive In

10 to 14 Years Bamford Fire Sprinkler Co., Inc. Dry Clean City, Inc. INTRUST Bank J & C Imaging, Inc. Manhattan Advertising Agency, Inc. Plaza West Apartments, LLC

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Stonecreek Family Physicians The Manhattan Homestead The Morning Star Bed & Breakfast, LLC The UPS Store United Bank & Trust

5 to 9 Years Blue Hills Animal Hospital P.A. Criss Mayfield Emerald Property Management, LLC Housing & Credit Counseling, Inc. James Schottler KCLY Radio For Grownups Peoples Choice Mortgage/Peoples Exchange Bank LPO United Bank & Trust

1 to 4 Years Aspen Business Group, LLC Community Health Ministry Kansas Wheat Commission Kansurance Prairiewood Retreat & Preserve SportCllips Haircuts U.S. Senator Jerry Moran

14-19 Mercantile Susan Doughty, Shopkeeper 3039 Anderson Avenue Ph (785) 320-5017 https://www.facebook.com/?ref= tn_tnmn#!/1419Mercantile 14-19 Mercantile offers eclectic home accessories and gifts to customers wanting to create a personalized home environment. We cater to customers who look beyond the national home accessory and gift chain stores for those expressions of individual personality and style.

Customer Creed: 14-19 Mercantile will inform, inspire and show you, our customer, how to create an expression of yourself within your home. Through custom services, smart pricing and a sense of trust, it is our desire that you will look to us as your valued resource to achieve a personalized home environment. What is a Mercantile?? A Mercantile is what we called a general store back in the day.

Interior Landscapes, LLC Jennifer Miller, Interior Designer 515 SW Urish Road, Topeka Ph (785) 221-3222 Fx (816) 842-2129 We specialize in providing interior design and furnishings for commercial projects such as healthcare, education, government (State of Kansas included) as well as corporate accounts.

Kansas Express Inn Lulu Garza, Manager 1133 S Washington Street Ph (785) 238-1141 Fx (785) 238-4665

Kansas Express Inn conveniently located off of I-70 at exit 296 its recently under new management.

24 hour lobby service and continental breakfast. Nice friendly staff are there to help you with good low rates to match are guests budget.

Panera Bread Brian Cole, Director of Catering 315 Southwind Place Ph (785) 539-7500 Fx (785) 539-7522 www.paneracatering.com Everyone enjoys choices, especially when they're fresh, fun and spontaneous. At Panera Bread, there are plenty of tempting selections to captivate tantalize and energize your bread-lover's soul and we can cater and deliver to your office or event.

State Farm - Ron Lemon Agency Steve Lungren, Representative 1115 Westport, Suite A Ph (785) 537-1809 Fx (785) 537-1810 Home, Auto,Health, Life and Investments. 36 Years as an Agent and 8 years in State farm claims.

Service first, there when you need us.

Modern Business Interiors Jeannie Moore, Acct Executive 8820 Bond, Overland Park Ph (785) 633-3141 Fx (816) 817-1929 www.mbioffice.com Companies needing office furniture, efficient designs and want to work with someone that understands connectivity, collaboration and commitment will want to meet the MBI team. We set a higher standard for our products and service. We're not just selling furniture, but helping

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create solutions to achieve your results.

Veterinary Health Center at Kansas State University Dr. Roger B. Fingland, Director, Veterinary Health Center 1800 Denison Avenue Ph (785) 532-5708 Fx (785) 532-4309 www.vet.kstate.edu/depts/VHC/index.htm The Veterinary Health Center at Kansas State University (VHC) is a full service veterinary hospital providing routine, specialty and emergency care. The VHC is a committed group of clinicians, researchers, veterinary educators and students in a state-of-the-art facility providing expert care in a number of medical specialties including routine healthcare for pets in the local community. Our faculty and staff are committed to healing the patients of today and teaching the veterinarians of tomorrow.

UniFirst Corporation Ashley Moyer, Sales Manager 1309 NW Western, Topeka Ph (785) 233-1556 Fx (785) 234-2118 www.unifirst.com UniFirst, a leading supplier of uniforms, workwear and related products to businesses big and small since 1936, provides a wide range of apparel from traditional uniforms, industrial wear, specialty and protective clothing to corporate casual and executive attire. We also offer floorcare and restroom services products, including a range of mats, mops, soaps, air fresheners, and paper items.

Prepay for Business After Hours and save $$$

These laminated passports are great for businesses that regularly send representatives to Business After Hours. Monthly checks or expense reimbursements are eliminated. And, best of all, at $48 each you save up to $72 annually over the usual $5-10 donation.

Passports are not specific to one person, so multiple people may enter on one passport. An RSVP is still requested. Interested? Please contact Kathy Stevens at kathy@manhattan.org or call the Chamber office at 776-8829.

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Volume 13, Issue 11

A publication of the Manhattan

Convention &

A Time for Thanks Visitors Bureau

November is a month for giving thanks.

Thanks for the people who make up this great community. Thanks for success and growth. Thanks for a City Commission who strives to put the best interests of Manhattan at the forefront.

And of course- thanks for the men and women who have served, and continue to serve our country well.

Manhattan will honor those brave men and women who have served our country on November 11 with a parade and other ceremonies.

Start the day off at 7:00 a.m. with a biscuits and gravy breakfast at the American Legion located on McCall Road to fuel up for the 9:30 parade down Poyntz Avenue—in fact, this will be the first parade to happen in the renovated downtown. We’ve been

watching construction crews work all summer and they are nearly complete with the renovations.

New American flags will grace the light poles, and enjoy the new sidewalks, beautiful brick crosswalks, new stoplights at 4th and Poyntz and new businesses. The renovations will be complemented by new dining establishments and new retailers, including; recently opened Manzanita Art & Antiques, and soon to open dining at Bourbon & Baker, Hibachi Hut and Karnivore Bar and BBQ. Peek around so you know what you want to come visit as things open. Shops like 4 Cakes and Four Olives will soon be found just beyond Poytnz Avenue in the old Marshall Theatre.

Downtown Manhattan Inc. has been working hard to keep the downtown destination walkable, enjoyable and aesthetically pleasing. Gina Scroggs, executive director of Downtown Manhattan Inc states that while some of the smaller details such as irri-

gation to urns, and adding mulch to planters will still be in progress, 95% of the construction will be done in early November, and a majority of the new dining options will open by January 2014.

The Veteran’s Day Parade, begins at the Manhattan Town Center, then goes west down Poyntz Ave. and concludes at the City Park.

As a continued celebration for Veterans, an 11:00 a.m. post-parade ceremony will be held at the Wareham Opera House. At 6:00 p.m., a recognition honors banquet will be held at the American Legion.

There are many ways to say thanks to our Veterans, including the activities on November 11.

For more information, the exact parade route, and other questions, interested persons should visit flinthillsveteransday.com, or call 785-341-6394.

Feature Events Spotlight

Tis the Season for Shows

Manhattan offers plenty of great shows, from crafts to performances catch them all!

Wrap It Up: It’s an annual exhibition featuring Manhattan and regional artists at the Manhattan Arts Center. The event runs from November 2nd through December 24th from noon to 5 p.m. Mon-Fri, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sat and noon to 4 p.m. Sun. A wide range of items will be for sale, from masks and jewelry, watercolors and drawings, baskets and scarves, to pottery, tiles, wooden sculpture and more. Admission is free to look, and you just might find that perfect holiday gift you’ve been searching for!

Homemade for the Holidays: Only handcrafted items are allowed into this show! There are 55 booths and arts and crafts that exemplify the holiday season. Find them in Pottorf Hall from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. on November 30th.

Questions? Call 785-293-5712. There is no admission to this event, so there’s no good reason not to go!

Nov 11: Brian Regan

Buttons ‘n Bows: This large and in charge craft fair is November 9th. The event runs 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Manhattan Catholic Schools located at 306 S. Juliette. There is a $2 admission to the show, which also makes you eligible to win a handmade quilt. Vendors span three buildings for this show, which is jam packed with homemeade goodies. Call 785-565-5050 with questions.

McCain Performance Series Get tickets at k-state.edu/mccain, or visit the box office from 11:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. weekdays in the McCain Auditorium lobby.

Nov 6: Bach’s Own St. Thomas Boys Choir of Leipzig

Nov 6: Bach’s Own St. Thomas Boys Choir of Leipzig, 7:30 p.m. This performance is a tradition-rich choir that will perform at the First United Methodist Church.

Nov 8-10: The Wedding Singer, 7:30 pm Friday and Saturday, and 2:30 p.m. Sunday, features Kansas State University’s theatre and dance programs.

Nov 11: Brian Regan will crack you up all night long, starting at 7:30 p.m.

Nov 13: Beyond Glory, starring Stephen Lang shares the story of eight incredible men of valor. The show starts at 7:30 p.m.

Nov 15: Memphis tears up the stage beginning at 7:00 p.m.

Dec 1: The Sound of Christmas starring Elisabeth von Trapp with the Carolinian Brass helps guests celebrate the joyful sounds of the season, starting at 4:00 p.m.

Nov 13: Beyond Glory

Kansas Tourism

Kansas has a big story. It’s our job as destination marketers to tell it. The Manhattan Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) staff is heading into November with a slew of ideas and inspiration after attending the annual tourism conference held in October in Topeka.

The Kansas Tourism Conference, held jointly with the Travel Industry Association of Kansas’ and KS Wildlife Parks & Tourism encourages attractions, hotels, B&B’s, Convention and Visitors Bureaus and all who interact with tourism to attend. This year’s speakers covered topics like “Seven Deadly Sins for Tourism Marketing,” “Research on a Shoestring Budget,” and breakouts on Agritourism, Group Tours, “From the Land of Kansas” features and more.

Of course- it’s now basketball season! Catch the Wildcats at Bramlage Coliseum all month long.

Visit our website for calendar information. www.visitmanhattanks.org

Attendees enjoyed learning about Topeka touring the renovated Kansas State Capitol Building and Topeka’s NOTO (North Topeka) Arts District.

Next October this conference will be hosted by Manhattan. Plans are now underway to showcase our attractions and redevelopment.

Speaking of awards, the Manhattan CVB received the award for Best in Marketing; In-House Visitor Guide. The Manhattan Visitors Guide is an important marketing tool for the CVB.

Additionally, Manhattan CVB Director, Karen Hibbard, will serve as the 2014 TIAK President.

Stay tuned to Tourism Topics each month as we share the local impacts of travel and tourism on the Manhattan community.

According to the IHS Global Insight Report: • Kansas received 32 million visitors, generating tourism expenditures of $8 billion.

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The average spend per visitor was $236 per trip

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Every 217 visitors created a new job in Kansas.

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In terms of jobs, the travel and tourism industry was the third largest employer in the state, employing 148,228 Kansans - and paying $2.5 billion in wages and salaries.

Travel and tourism was responsible for 4.4% of the total Kansas GSP; yet tourism activity provided 14.4% of all state and local tax receipts.

Travel and tourism provided $917 in tax relief to each Kansas household.

State and local tax receipts equaled $32 per visitor.

When or why did visitors see this giant fish tank last month in Manhattan? Hint: Kansas Wildlife, Parks and Tourism set this tank up when it compliments a convention, or event in your area.

Submit answers until Nov 30th to autumn@manhattan.org for a chance to win two McCain Performance Series tickets to The Brian Setzer Orchestra on December 11, at 7:00 p.m.

Festival of Lights

Be a part of Manhattan’s next exciting tradition! The Blue Earth Plaza will be the kickoff for the downtown festival of lights for the first time on Fri., Nov. 29. A 50-foot tall holiday tree will be among the largest in all of Kansas. Holiday lights and other lit trees will surround the 50-foot main event throughout the rest of Blue Earth Plaza. The official ceremonies will start about 7 p.m.., and interested persons should utilize the adjacent free parking garage attached to the Manhattan Conference Center. Enjoy all of downtown and the spirit of the season, including other upcoming events like the Mayor's Spirit of Christmas Holiday Lighted Parade in December, holiday carriage rides, holiday lights trolley tour, and concerts. To keep up to date on holiday activities be sure to check out our website www.visitmanhattanks.org.

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2/13/2013 - 12/31/2013 Generations of Success: K-State History in Special Collections Hale Library, 5th floor 8:00 AM-5:00 PM 785-532-6011

9/21/2013 - 1/5/2014 Through Artists' Eyes Flint Hills Discovery Center 785-587-2726

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Unearthing Kansas Landscapes Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community 6:30-8:00 PM 785-539-8763 6 McCain Performance Series: Bach's Own St. Thomas Boys Choir of Leipzig First United Methodist Church 7:30 PM 785-532-6428 7 Meet the Music Beach Museum of Art, K-State 5:30-6:30 PM 785-532-7718 7-10 K-State Theatre & Dance: The Wedding Singer McCain Auditorium, K-State Thurs.-Sat. 7:30 PM; Sun. 2:30 PM 785-532-6428 7 Riley County Fish & Game Association Membership Meeting Green Valley Community Center 7:30-9:00 PM 785-539-0384 8-11 A Few Good Men Manhattan Arts Center Fri. & Sat. 7:30 PM; Sun. 2:00 PM 785-537-4420 8 K-State Womens Basketball v.

Tennessee State Bramlage Coliseum TBA 800-221-2287 8 K-State Mens Basketball v.

Northern Colorado Bramlage Coliseum TBA 800-221-2287 8 John Denver Tribute Band Wareham Opera House 7:00-10:00 PM 785-537-8646 9 K-State Volleyball v. West Virginia Ahearn Field House, K-State TBA 800-221-2287 9 33rd Annual Buttons 'n Bows Craft Fair Manhattan Catholic Schools 8:30 AM-4:30 PM 785-565-5050 9 Double Road Race Manhattan Downtown Manhattan 7:30 AM 785-320-6363 10 John McCutcheon Manhattan Arts Center 7:00 PM 785-537-4420

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Charlotte Bramlage Coliseum TBA 800-221-2287 Unearthing Kansas Landscapes Meadowlark Hills Retirement Community 6:30-8:00 PM 785-539-8763 McCain Performance Series: Brian Regan McCain Auditorium, K-State 7:30 PM 785-532-6428

Preschoolers in the Flint Hills: Toys from the Past Flint Hills Discovery Center 1:00-2:00 PM 785-587-2726 13 K-State Mens Basketball v. Oral Roberts Bramlage Coliseum TBA 800-221-2287 13 Love and Theft Wareham Opera House 6:00-10:00 PM 785-537-8646 13 McCain Performance Series: Beyond Glory, starring Stephen Lang McCain Auditorium, K-State 7:30 PM 785-532-6428 13 Digital Photography Early Release Workshop Beach Museum of Art, K-State 3:00-4:30 PM 785-532-7718 14 Visual Inquiry: 2013 Kansas State University Department of Art Faculty Exhibition Opening Reception Beach Museum of Art, K-State 5:00-7:00 PM 785-532-7718 15 Randy Rogers Band Wareham Opera House 7:00-11:00 PM 785-537-8646 15 McCain Performance Series: Memphis McCain Auditorium, K-State 7:00 PM 785-532-6428 15-17 A Few Good Men Manhattan Arts Center Fri. & Sat. 7:30 PM; Sun. 2:00 PM 785-537-4420 16 Studio Painting Demonstration with Cally Krallman Flint Hills Discovery Center 10:00 AM-2:00 PM 785-587-2726 16 K-State Football v. TCU Bill Snyder Family Stadium TBA 800-221-2287 17 K-State Mens Basketball v. Long Beach State Bramlage Coliseum TBA 800-221-2287

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Footsteps in the Flint Hills: Winter Birds Flint Hills Discovery Center 1:00-3:00 PM 785-587-2726 K-State Womens Basketball v.

Wichita State Bramlage Coliseum TBA 800-221-2287 K-State Volleyball v. Baylor Ahearn Field House, K-State 7:00 PM 800-221-2287 Gold Orchestra 25th Anniversary Concert McCain Auditorium, K-State 7:30 PM 785-532-3804 Nora Jane Struthers and the Party Line Manhattan Arts Center 7:30 PM 785-537-4420 K-State Football v. Oklahoma Bill Snyder Family Stadium TBA 800-221-2287 Santa's Arrival Manhattan Town Center 11:00 AM 785-539-3500

K-State Volleyball v. Iowa State Ahearn Field House, K-State TBA 800-221-2287

Festival of Trees: Ladies Holiday Preview & Fashion Show K-State Alumni Center 1:00-5:00 PM 785-776-7787 K-State Mens Basketball v.

Central Arkansas Bramlage Coliseum TBA 800-221-2287 Family Holiday Workshop Beach Museum of Art, K-State 1:30-3:00 PM 785-532-7718 McCain Performance Series: The Sound of Christmas starring Elisabeth von Trapp with the Carolian Brass McCain Auditorium, K-State 4:00 PM 785-532-6428

Upcoming Conferences, Sports and Special Events in The Little Apple ÂŽ

November.............................Anticipated Attendance Numbers Conferences/Meetings/Reunions 8 Kansas Veterinary Medical Association Conference ................200 13 Westar Energy Leadership Summit .............................................300 25 Kansas Pest Control Associaition...................................................25 Master's Technician Training Series 29 Spearville High School Reunion ......................................................50

Manhattan CVB Steering Committee

Chuck Scott, Chairman Brad Everett, Hotel Jennifer Fritchen, Hotel Kelly Loub, Restaurant Dave Lewis, Ex-Officio Miranda Lies, Hotel Teresa Morris, Hotel

Julie Powell, Hotel Wayne Rouse, Entertainment Evan Tuttle, Attraction Todd Holmberg, K-State Bernie Haney, Ex-Officio Lynda Spire, Ex-Officio

Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau 501 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS 66502 (785) 776-8829 • (785) 776-0679 fax

Vision Statement: Destination Manhattan!

Mission Statement:

To expand the local area economy by attracting visitors.

Manhattan Convention & Visitors Bureau Staff Karen Hibbard, Director karen@manhattan.org

Christy Chase, Convention Sales Manager christy@manhattan.org

Marcia Rozell, Tourism Sales Manager marcia@manhattan.org

Autumn Shoemaker, Marketing Coordinator autumn@manhattan.org

Kendra Dekat, Administrative Assistant/ Service Coordinator kendra@manhattan.org

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Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce Little Apple® Business Review

Get Social with the Manhattan Chamber!

Does your business or organization have a presence on Twitter, FaceBook, YouTube or LinkedIn you would like to share with our membership and the general public?

If you answered YES, let us know! As a member, your information will then be accessible through the Chamber’s Online Business Directory – found at www.manhattanchamber.org - to thousands who search our website monthly for products and services.

Social media marketing is not just a trendy word, it is fast becoming and in some cases

Military Update

by Janet Nichols

October started off with a bang at our Military Relations Committee (MRC) Luncheon as Lt Col Sean Monteiro, Commander of the 10 ASOS of the US Air Force, illustrated what the Air Force does on Fort Riley with a video of air support training missions featuring several large and small explosions. Lt Col Monteiro further explained the importance of the interaction of 10th ASOS both on Fort Riley and in the Manhattan community by detailing the integration and involvement of the Air Force in both communities.

On October 5th the MRC Liaison participated in Senator Moran’s Service

already is a viable acquisition channel for most businesses.

The concepts surrounding social media are clear. People connect. They connect with friends and family. They connect with people who share their interests. They connect without borders, boundaries, or logistic-issues associated with connecting in real life.

On the tail end of the spectrum, people use social media to connect with businesses.

Social Media Statistics.

• 21% of small businesses plan to increase spending on social media advertising this year. (eMarketer) • 92% of small businesses Academy Selection Board, meeting and interviewing over 20 potential Midshipmen aspiring to attend the United States Naval Academy.

MRC continued participating in K-State’s Season of Service by attending a lecture by Gen (Ret) Richard B. Myers, Former Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff, and K-State Alumnus, presenting "A National Perspective on the Transitioning and Reintegration of Our Military and Families," at the K-State Union Little Theater and viewing “LIONESS” a Documentary Film Screening and Discussion on Women and War at the Wareham.

Our monthly Yellow Ribbon Social for the spouses of deployed soldiers keeps growing, this month we doubled our number and enjoyed a delicious dinner at Longhorn Steakhouse.

say that social media is an effective marketing technology tool. They are evenly split on the effectiveness of social media for attracting new customers vs. engaging existing customers. (e-Strategy Trends) • Facebook = mobile. More than half of all Facebook members have used the social network via a smartphone, and 33% use a phone as their primary means of Facebook access. (State of Search) • 67% of b2c marketers have generated leads through Facebook. (War of Words: Myth-Busting Social Media, SEO & MRC continues its relationship with the G7 Effects (community planning and involvement office) working group attending the twice monthly meetings to get the latest updates on what events Fort Riley can and cannot participate in during the partial government shut down.

Despite the shutdown, MRC planned and attended the Annual Meeting of the Association of the United States Army with a contingent of Chamber and City and County Commissioners from both Manhattan and Junction City.

Our November MRC Luncheon features Mike Van Campen, President of Kansas Honor Flight, on Wednesday, November 6 at Four Points by Sheraton discussing Honor Flight’s mission and relating stories from past Honor Flights.

Content Marketing) • LinkedIn rules for business owners. Asked which social media tool had the greatest potential to help their firms, 41% of small business owners chose LinkedIn. More CEOs chose LinkedIn than chose Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Google+ and Pinterest combined.

(Marketing Charts) • 80% of LinkedIn users are at least 30 years old.

(Relevanza) • 50% of Twitter users are more likely to purchase from brands they follow.

(War of Words: MythBusting Social Media, SEO & Content Marketing) What’s as American as football? A parade of course!

This year’s Veteran’s Day Parade will be on Monday, November 11th at 9:30 on Poyntz Avenue, come wear your red, white and blue, wave your flags and salute

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• Nearly 40% of top executives say they check Twitter regularly.

(WordPress Hosting SEO) • 25% of all internet searches last year were made on mobile devices. And 25% of all U.S. internet users are mobile only (includes tablets). (imFORZA) • More than three-quarters (77%) of mobile users use their smartphones and tablets for searching and social networking. (imFORZA) Get started today by sending the full https: URL links for FaceBook, Twitter, YouTube and/or LinkedIn to Kim Dahlsten or Kathy Stevens.

America’s finest on this beautiful and patriotic fall morning.

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nomic benefits include increased tax revenue that supports local services and the potential to add jobs as local businesses grow.

September 2012 September 2013

BUILDING PERMITS - source: City of Manhattan

Total Issued Residential

Non-Residential

Permit Fees Paid

35

33

$5,959,428

$2,706,085

$37,354

$28,559

$1,211,296

$2,307,198

RETAIL SALES (Manhattan) - source: City of Manhattan

Retail Sales

Sales Tax Collections

$73,633,500 $736,335

$82,703,700 $827,037

MANHATTAN AIR PASSENGER TRAFFIC - MHK airport Enplanement

Deplanement

4,863

4,989

5,223

5,312

Keeping it Local

With the holiday season fast approaching, it is a great time to reflect on the benefits of spending dollars in locally owned businesses.

Several recent studies have shown that nearly twice the amount of money remains in the local economy from a purchase at a locally owned business versus the alternative. Additional eco-

However, the benefits of purchasing locally go much deeper than just economic statistics. Many area businesses are at critical growth stages where establishing a strong presence, building customer bases and hiring employees are key to their long-term viability. Our support of these businesses facilitates their growth and also demonstrates to other entrepreneurs that this is a great area to start and build a business. This additional entrepreneurial activity will strengthen our neighborhoods and commercial developments, leading to community growth as well.

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We should be careful not to forget about non-retail businesses. Service providers - both consumer and business-to-business play a major role in our area’s economy. As a business owner, take a moment to think about who provides the daily, weekly and monthly services that are vital to your operations.

So whether you’re purchasing gifts or getting your business’s carpets cleaned, think local this holiday season and contribute to the vitality of our locally owned business community.

Daryn Soldan 501 Poyntz Avenue Manhattan, KS 66502 785-587-9917 daryn@washburnsbdc.org www.washburn.edu/sbdc

NEW for 2014! Coffee & Conversation Member/Guest Program Coffee & Conversation: Member/Guest will be a new program in the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce calendar of events for 2014.

This program was created, designed and critiqued by members and non-members for area business men and women. Attendees are provided the opportunity to learn about the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce and its membership while sharing what makes their business/organization special and unique.

Take the opportunity to: • Network with other business professionals from the community – members & guests

• Learn about the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce • Share about your business or organization The program is limited to 8 members and 8 guests to attend and is free to all.

2014 Coffee & Conversation: Member/ Guest Program dates: • Wednesday, January 29th • Thursday, April 17th • Wednesday, July 30th • Tuesday, October 21st Interested in becoming a member and would like to know more? Please contact Kim Dahlsten, Membership Development Manager, 776-8829 or kim@manhattan.org for more information and available dates.

What is the Chamber?

The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit, voluntary organization of citizens working together to support the business development of Manhattan and make it a better place to work and live. Since incorporation in 1925, the Chamber and its many volunteers have invested their time and money to work together and accomplish objectives that are impossible to do alone

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Nine out of 10 Chamber members are small to mid-size enterprises.

So, serving small business members isn’t a ‘program’ here, it’s what we do every day.

The Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce exists to provide opportunities for businesses to succeed while maintaining a sense of community.

If you would like more information about joining the Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce, please call us today!

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Member Orientation: You Belong! What's Next?

Now that you belong, it's time to learn more about the value the Chamber has to offer you and your business.

new members and new employees of existing members looking to obtain a better understanding of the Manhattan Chamber and the many benefits associated with membership.

What: Member Orientation: You Belong! What's Next?

When: Friday, November 15th

Time: 7:45 am – Doors Open & Coffee Time 8:00-9:30 am - Program

Where:Chamber Boardroom

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas 311 Houston Street, Suite D (785) 539-4861 www.bcbsks.com

Who Should Attend: The program is designed for

As an attendee you will have the opportunity to:

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Meet and interact with Membership Division staff Share information about your business with attendees Find out how to begin utilizing your Chamber membership; building on the reasons why you joined

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RSVP online or by email to kim@manhattan.org.

This members-only program is limited to 24 and free to attend.

The ball is in your court, your chamber membership can be one of your greatest assets, but you only get out what you put in. Stay involved, do not ever give up and use your chamber to help you win.

We look forward to having you join us on November 15th.

Save the Date!

Leaders’ Retreat • January 17-18, 2014 • Sheraton Overland Park Hotel at the Convention Center Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce 89th Annual Meeting and Banquet Friday, February 21, 2014 • Manhattan Conference Center

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