Olathe Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire

State of the City Luncheon 1/2/1753 11:00 - 10/4/2019 13:00

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 10:54:09 GMT

Embassy Suites Hotel & Conference Center

10401 S. Ridgeview Road

Presented by the Olathe Chamber of Commerce

Address by Mayor Michael Copeland
Video Presentation
Celebration of what makes Olathe “Ever Better”

Spring Parade of Homes 4/27/2019 11:00 AM - 5/12/2019 6:00 PM

Fri, 16 Nov 2018 11:18:03 GMT

The Spring Parade of Homes offers something for everyone. Upgrade to a larger home, downsize to a smaller home, or realize your dream as a first-time buyer. Homes will be open from 11 a.m to 6 p.m with free admission. Parade guides will be available one week prior to the Parade outside the HBA at I-435 and Holmes or at any of the homes once the Parade starts. A mobile app will also be available.

GAME - Influential Leadership Series 5/2/2019 7:30 AM - 6/20/2019 10:00 AM

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 17:40:44 GMT

The GAME (Growth through Action, Measurement and Engagement) Influential Leadership Series, led by Abraham Gin, CEO of Gin Consulting and the Senior Consultant of GiANT Worldwide, begins on 5/2/19. The series is designed to help you: - Discover Your Leadership Voice - Align Your Team - Elevate Your Growth The series will be held in the Regnier Center at JCCC, from 7:30 am – 10:00 am on the following dates: 5/2/19: Discover Your Leadership Voice Increase confidence as you learn the behaviors and value of each of the 5 Voices and identify the foundational Voice you use 5/16/19: The Power of your Voice Ensure more honest conversation by celebrating the contribution of your Voice, and learn the negative impact your Voice can have on others 5/30/19: The Art of Collaboration Enjoy more robust decision making by getting the best from each person in your team by learning to leverage and trust the strengths of their Voices 6/6/19: Optimizing Team Performance Create team alignment and synergy by harnessing the contribution of all 5 Voices 6/20/19: Team Kryptonite Apply practical tools to avoid the five main reasons why your team will not achieve its potential If you own a business with sales in excess of $250,000 and have been in business for more than three years, apply now and join the GAME!

Chamber Coffee at McGilley & Frye 5/2/2019 9:00 AM - 5/2/2019 10:30 AM

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 13:34:39 GMT

With more than 100 attendees, the coffees are the largest weekly networking event in the Kansas City metro area. They are held on Thursdays at a different member business or organization each week.

Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.

Please note that if the Olathe School District is closed due to inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.

Guests are welcome!

Open House for Inclusion Connections 5/2/2019 11:00 AM - 5/2/2019 11:30 AM

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 10:39:41 GMT

Baker University Virtual Information Meeting | MSSM 5/2/2019 12:00 PM - 5/2/2019 1:00 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:10:32 GMT

Join us to learn more about our Master of Science in Sports Management program! RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

HELMET HEAD BIKE RODEO 5/5/2019 11:00 AM - 5/5/2019 2:00 PM

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 12:50:53 GMT

The Olathe Fire Department invites all area children to bring their bikes to the annual Olathe Helmet Head Bike Rodeo. Kids ages 15 and under will receive a free bike helmet, while supplies last. All parents must be accompanied by a child. While at the Rodeo, stop by Olathe Medical Center’s Family Fun Fest for free screenings, health information and, of course, lots of family fun activities. The festival will be held adjacent to the Bike Rodeo in the Olathe Health Cancer Center. For more information about the Rodeo, call the Olathe Fire Department at 913-971-7900. For more information about the Olathe Medical Center Family Fun Fest, visit olathehealth.org. Spanish and American Sign Language interpreters will be available, courtesy of Olathe Medical Center. Thanks to our premier sponsors: Atmos Energy, Olathe Fire Department, Olathe Medical Center, the Pilot Club of Shawnee Mission and Safe Kids Johnson County. Also thanks to: Med-Act and the Olathe Police Department.

OMC Family Fun Fest 5/5/2019 11:00 AM - 5/5/2019 2:00 PM

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 16:33:12 GMT

Join us at our annual Family Fun Fest! This FREE event includes activities for the entire family. Fitted bike helmets, face painting, health screenings and more!

OMC Family Fun Fest 5/5/2019 11:00 AM - 5/5/2019 2:00 PM

Thu, 14 Mar 2019 16:33:35 GMT

Join us at our annual Family Fun Fest! This FREE event includes activities for the entire family. Fitted bike helmets, face painting, health screenings and more!

Baker University Graduate Virtual Information Meeting 5/6/2019 1:00 PM - 5/6/2019 2:00 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:11:00 GMT

Join us to learn more about our graduate degree programs. RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

Baker University MSN Virtual Information Meeting 5/7/2019 9:00 AM - 5/7/2019 10:00 AM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:10:27 GMT

Join us to learn more about our online Master of Science in Nursing program! RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

Small Business Week 5/7/2019 11:00 AM - 5/7/2019 3:00

Mon, 06 May 2019 15:37:56 GMT

Vendor Booths and local Small Business Booths set up in store. Specials all week for Small Business

Baker University Undergraduate Virtual Information Meeting 5/8/2019 12:00 PM - 5/8/2019 1:00 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:10:54 GMT

Join us to learn more about our undergraduate accelerated degree programs. RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

Chamber Coffee at the Heritage Center at Mahaffie 5/9/2019 9:00 AM - 5/9/2019 10:30 AM

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 13:35:18 GMT

Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.

Please note that if the Olathe School District is closed due to inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.

Guests are welcome!

Ribbon Cutting for Love at First Bite 5/9/2019 11:00 AM - 5/9/2019 11:30 AM

Wed, 03 Apr 2019 10:27:54 GMT

Baker University Overland Park Graduate Info Meeting 5/9/2019 5:30 PM - 5/9/2019 6:30 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 15:55:17 GMT

Join us to learn more about our graduate degree programs. The meeting will be held in room 100B. RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu

Food for Thought Film Series - Farmers for America 5/9/2019 6:00 PM - 5/9/2019 8:00 PM

Wed, 17 Apr 2019 10:10:31 GMT

WHO WILL FEED US? The average age of the U.S. farmer is 60. Half of America's farmland is going to change hands in the next 12 years. 20% of our food is imported. This is the story of young people who are stepping up. View the trailer here - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K--AyICRAuY Visit our webpage: olathe.kstate.edu/community/events/food_for_thought_film_series Questions: Contact Heather Woods at 913-307-7365 | hlwoods@ksu.edu All donations will go towards the graduate students of the M.S. in Horticulture with a Specialization in Urban Food Systems including programming, tours, community workshops and more! Sponsored by hen house market.

Leadership Olathe Graduation Dinner 5/9/2019 6:00 PM - 5/9/2019 9:00 PM

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 10:28:41 GMT

Join us as we recognize and celebrate the Leadership Olathe Class of 2019. The event is open to graduates, their families and friends, Leadership Olathe alumni, and Chamber members.

$50 for individuals, $500 for a table of eight.

The registration deadline May 3.

Olathe Chamber Golf Classic 5/10/2019 8:00 AM - 5/10/2019 3:00 PM

Fri, 11 Jan 2019 10:47:10 GMT

More than 140 golfers will tee it up in the Olathe Chamber Golf Classic this Friday, May 10 at Prairie Highlands Golf Course.

This year’s title sponsor is Gilmore Bell. The tournament sponsors are Garmin, Farmers Insurance and Pepsi Beverages Co. The breakfast sponsor is the Embassy Suites Olathe and J-Bar and the coffee sponsor is Scooters. The lunch sponsor is Salty Iguana, the courtesy cart sponsor is AdventHealth, the beverage cart sponsor is Farmers Insurance/Greg Mosley, the dessert sponsor is Love at First Bite, and the beverage sponsors are Pepsi Beverages Co. and Crawford Sales.

A huge thank you to this year’s hole sponsors, too. They are Atmos Energy, Bank of Blue Valley, Bank of the Prairie, Commerce Bank, CommunityAmerica Credit Union, Consolidated Communications, Fogel-Anderson Construction Co., GBA Architects + Engineers, Hamm Companies, Harmon Construction, Inc., JE Dunn Construction Co., John Deere Company, KVC Health Systems, Inc., MARKit Branding Solutions, McCarthy Building Companies, McCownGordon Construction, LLC, MidAmerica Nazarene University, Nabholz Construction, Olathe Ford Lincoln, Olathe Health, Olathe Public Schools, Opus Group, Pulse Design Group, Robert Brogden Buick GMC, Scott Rice Office Works, State Farm Insurance/Harlan Parker, Strickland Construction Company, Superior Bowen, Terracon Consultants, Inc., Turner Construction Company, and VanTrust Real Estate.

Monster Energy NASCAR Cup Series at Kansas Speedway 5/10/2019 6:00 PM - 5/11/2019

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 10:34:50 GMT

NASCAR returns to Kansas City this May! Give me a call at 913.328.3348 for a chamber discount on group or single race admissions. Don't miss the action packed weekend as cars race at 200+ mph and the chance to hoist the KANASAS 400 trophy!

Baker University MSN Virtual Information Meeting 5/13/2019 6:00 PM - 5/13/2019 7:00 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:10:22 GMT

Join us to learn more about our online Master of Science in Nursing program! RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

Business Lunch Series #2 - Bringing Out Your Best Through Life Lessons 5/14/2019 11:30 AM - 5/14/2019 1:00 PM

Tue, 08 Jan 2019 15:16:41 GMT

Mary offers advice from the smartest man she ever knew—her father. A butcher by trade, he was the greatest coach she ever encountered. Using real world examples and the power of storytelling, Mary shares what she learned from her father and her career in the people business.
This presentation will help you learn how to inspire and bring out the best in yourself and others by creating meaningful connections in your workplace, networks and personal life.

Professional Science Masters Webinar 5/14/2019 12:00 PM - 6/6/2019 12:30 PM

Tue, 14 May 2019 15:01:12 GMT

Join us for a webinar to meet our faculty, learn about our Professional Science Masters degree and certificate, and discover how K-State Olathe can help elevate your career potential through an education that is focused on professional development and real-world application.

Free screening of Ferris Bueller’s Day Off 5/14/2019 6:30 PM - 5/14/2019 9:00 PM

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 16:42:11 GMT

How could you possibly be expected to handle school on a day like this? Blow off some end-of- year steam and swing by the CoLab at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 14. Life moves pretty fast. If you don’t stop and look around once in a while, you could miss your chance to see this film for free. Shawn Smith, Director, Collaboration Center, will lead a post-movie discussion. Danke schoen! Celebrate and connect all year long! Stay tuned for more 50th Anniversary Film Series events.

Community Supported Employment Job Fair 5/15/2019 1:30 PM - 5/15/2019 2:30 PM

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 15:08:22 GMT

The Johnson County Community Supported Employment Program will be holding a job fair 1:30-2:30 p.m. on May 15, 2019 at the Johnson County Arts and Heritage Center, located at 8788 Metcalf Ave. in Overland Park. This is the perfect opportunity to showcase your business and find employees who are a perfect fit! If your business is interested in participating in the job fair, or if you are interested in attending as a jobseeker, please contact Aubree Casper at aubree.casper@jocogov.org or call 913-826-1575. The deadline for businesses to RSVP is May 1, 2019.

Chamber Coffee at Honda of Olathe 5/16/2019 9:00 AM - 5/16/2019 10:30 AM

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 13:36:00 GMT

Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.

Please note that if the Olathe School District is closed due to inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.

Guests are welcome!

Ribbon Cutting for Olathe South Dentistry 5/16/2019 4:30 PM - 5/16/2019 5:30 PM

Fri, 05 Apr 2019 15:50:04 GMT

Baker University Undergraduate Virtual Information Meeting 5/20/2019 5:30 PM - 5/20/2019 6:30 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:10:36 GMT

Join us to learn more about our undergraduate accelerated degree programs. RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

Olathe HR Roundtable - "Straight Outta Topeka: Legislative Update for HR" featuring Natalie Bright 5/21/2019 11:15 AM - 5/21/2019 1:00 PM

Fri, 07 Dec 2018 15:27:00 GMT

Note 5/21 location change to 3rd Floor of the Chamber office building: 18103 W. 106th Street, Suite 200

Thank you Hyland, LLC, for accommodating our last minute need and hosting our meeting this month!

This month, attendees will learn how your business and HR functions may be affected by current legislative issues and recent (and pending) decisions in Topeka.

We will welcome back Natalie Bright of Bright & Carpenter Consultants for a lively explanation and discussion. She'll share insight and knowledge about new legislation, current topics being addressed in Topeka and how they're likely to impact HR departments, business policies and employees. There's a lot to cover but some topics include:

Paid leave
Workforce development
Hiring initiatives
Discrimination
More!

What makes Olathe HR Roundtable meetings unique is the degree of topic-driven discussion. Therefore, come prepared to learn but also share. If you have questions or first-hand experience around the topic of the month, we encourage you to attend and participate!

Pre-registration is required as space is limited. There is no cost to attend if you “B.Y.O.Lunch” however please register and pre-pay for catered lunch, $12.

For better service, Tax Exempt Members should give lunch payments to Mary Barrios at (913) 764-1050 or mbarrios@olathe.org.

FAQ:

What is the HR Roundtable?

We offer a unique environment for human resources practitioners to explore related best practices, emerging trends, and workplace issues with their peers on a monthly basis.
Meeting registration opens two weeks prior to the event date and catered lunch registration ends the Friday before the meeting date. Complimentary Pepsi beverages are always available.
Payments for catered lunch are accepted online only. Cancelations must be received by 5 p.m. on the Friday prior to the event.
Space is limited to 30 people. A waiting list will be maintained as needed and individuals will be contacted if space becomes available.

Mission Statement:

The Olathe HR Roundtable offers human resource practitioners of member organizations a forum to discuss and share related best practices, emerging trends, and workplace issues. The main purpose of the roundtable is to create a unique environment where information can be shared in an open-exchange format that is collaborative, engaging, and valuable to represented organizations and the HR profession.

Who is it designed for?

The HR Roundtable was created as a networking and problem-solving opportunity for human resource practitioners who are directly involved in the personnel and hiring process of their organization (i.e. HR managers, recruiters, benefits specialits, payroll administrators, etc.). Small business owners and office managers often benefit from participating in these monthly meetings, as well.

Can vendors attend?

Due to limited space and because of the nature of the topics that are openly discussed by the HR practitioners, some attendance restrictions do apply. Thus it is crucial to the group’s success that attendance is restricted to "vendors" (identified as people who work in a "non-HR role") who provide uniquely human resources services and/or products.
Up to five seats will be reserved for vendors representing a relevant product or service may attend each meeting, with only one representative per business or organization each month.
Vendors are often seen as the “solutions experts” to the questions and concerns pertaining to the month's topic; therefore vendor input is welcome while “sales messages” are not. Vendors, along with all attendees, are encouraged to utilize the lunch and networking portion to meet others in the room.
To determine the appropriateness of vendors attending, Chamber staff will evaluate several factors, including their relevance to the employment situations that the HR practitioners face in their day-to-day jobs (i.e. vendors who provide payroll services, pre-employment testing, staffing assistance, training, benefits, etc.); training or unique qualifications directly relating to the topic of the month (i.e. college representative, benefits expert, employment law specialist, government agency, corporate consultant, etc.); and membership status.

Can non-members of the Olathe Chamber attend?

One representative of a non-member organization is welcome to attend one meeting a year.

Can vendors make presentations to the HR practitioners that attend?

Vendor-led discussions or presentations are at the sole discretion of the Olathe Chamber of Commerce staff.
This is a "no sales" environment in order to preserve the dialogue and integrity of the meetings.
Topics are organized and facilitated by Susan Wallace, Olathe Chamber, HR & Projects Manager. If you would like to submit a question or special request, we will respond ASAP or you may call the Olathe Chamber (913) 764-1050.
The HR Roundtable Corporate Sponsor of the Year is permitted to discuss their unique products and services for a brief designated portion of time each month.

Baker University Overland Park Undergraduate Info Meeting 5/21/2019 4:00 PM - 5/21/2019 5:00 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 15:55:12 GMT

Join us to learn more about our undergraduate accelerated degree programs. The meeting will be held in room 100B. RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu

K-State Olathe Master of Agribusiness Informational Webinar 5/22/2019 12:00 PM - 5/22/2019 12:30 PM

Tue, 19 Mar 2019 16:02:27 GMT

Join us online for a 30 minute Webinar about our Master of Agribusiness program. The Master of Agribusiness is a combination of a MBA and M.S. in agricultural economics. The program combines business, management and economic curriculum with a focus on working professionals in the animal health, companion animal and agribusiness industries.

Baker University Overland Park MBA Information Meeting 5/22/2019 6:00 PM - 5/22/2019 7:00 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 15:54:43 GMT

Join us to learn more about our MBA and specialized MBA programs. The meeting will be held in room 100B. RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu

Business Basics in a Day - How to Start a Business 5/23/2019 8:00 AM - 5/23/2019 4:00 PM

Wed, 22 May 2019 16:02:10 GMT

This day-long seminar will cover the basics of starting a small business, including determining whether your idea is feasible, creating a business plan, choosing a legal entity, forming financial projections, marketing, developing a web presence, and bookkeeping. Guest presenters will include an attorney, a commercial banker, and an accountant. Entrepreneurs will share their stories during a panel discussion with an opportunity for questions. This active learning module includes hands-on computer lab time. Box lunch is provided.

Chamber Coffee at the Furniture Mall of Kansas 5/23/2019 9:00 AM - 5/23/2019 10:30 AM

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 13:36:56 GMT

Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.

Please note that if the Olathe School District is closed due to inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.

Guests are welcome!

Baker University MSN Virtual Information Meeting 5/23/2019 1:00 PM - 5/23/2019 2:00 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:10:18 GMT

Join us to learn more about our online Master of Science in Nursing program! RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

Baker University Graduate Virtual Information Meeting 5/23/2019 5:30 PM - 5/23/2019 6:30 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:10:56 GMT

Join us to learn more about our graduate degree programs. RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

Fourth Fridays 5/24/2019 5:00 PM - 5/24/2019 8:30 PM

Mon, 20 May 2019 10:22:22 GMT

With safety being the #1 priority, Fourth Fridays on May 24 has been cancelled due to the threat of inclement weather.

Mark your calendar! On every Fourth Friday from May to July, more than 1,500 residents and visitors fill downtown Olathe. With food trucks, music, local shops, restaurants, and great activities for everyone, Downtown Olathe is the place for you to celebrate the end of your week on Fourth Fridays!

Courtesy of the Olathe Convention and Visitors Bureau.

Visit the Facebook event page here: https://www.facebook.com/events/397631777485385/

"So, what do you do?" - Your 10 Second Commercial 5/29/2019 11:30 AM - 5/29/2019 1:00 PM

Thu, 25 Apr 2019 17:34:19 GMT

When meeting people for the first time, why do we struggle with explaining what we do in 10 seconds or less? In this highly interactive session, facilitated by Dan Stalp, president of Sandler Training, participants will: •Build intrigue when someone asks, “What do you do?” •Be more clear about the types of people/companies who qualify as good candidates for your business; and •Learn how to set strong verbal agreements with those who qualify for follow-up after meeting someone. Generously sponsored by Arvest Bank and hosted by the Kansas SBDC at JCCC, this workshop is the first of a 4-part Small Business Growth Lunch & Learn series. The series will be an opportunity for small business owners and resource partners to network, share best practices, and learn from industry experts. Each session will feature a presenter on a different small business topic. *Lunch will be provided *Participants do not need to attend all 4 sessions.

Chamber Coffee at Bank of the Prairie 5/30/2019 9:00 AM - 5/30/2019 10:30 AM

Thu, 20 Dec 2018 13:37:23 GMT

Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.

Please note that if the Olathe School District is closed due to inclement weather, the event will be cancelled.

Guests are welcome!

Baker University Overland Park Undergraduate Info Meeting 5/30/2019 12:00 PM - 5/30/2019 1:00 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 15:55:08 GMT

Join us to learn more about our undergraduate accelerated degree programs. The meeting will be held in room 100B. RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu

Baker University MSN Virtual Information Meeting 5/30/2019 5:30 PM - 5/30/2019 6:30 PM

Fri, 26 Apr 2019 16:09:46 GMT

Join us to learn more about our online Master of Science in Nursing program! RSVP at business.programs@bakerU.edu for the link!

A Flea in Her Ear 5/31/2019 8:00 PM - 5/31/2019 10:00 PM

Mon, 06 May 2019 17:33:04 GMT

May 31 – June 16, 2019 – Fridays and Saturdays at 8 pm | Sundays at 2 pm Georges Feydeau’s farce adapted by David Ives Directed by David Martin As Raymonde suspects her suddenly uninterested husband is having an affair, she cooks up a trap to catch him in the act. Hilarity ensues as everything inevitably goes horribly wrong triggering laughs galore. Touted as the “greatest of French farces”, this dazzling comedy, and winner of the 2006 Jefferson Award for best adaptation, David Ives’ version of Georges Feydeau’s masterpiece achieves levels of glorious ridiculousness only an absurdist of Ives’ caliber can bring. “…a hilarious evening of classic comedy.” — Chicago Critic *OPENING NIGHT, May 31, 2019: Guests will be treated to a post-show celebration with the cast and crew! CAST Victor Chandebise/Poche – Peter Leondedis Raymonde Chandebise – Lauren Hambleton Romain Tournel – Brent Custer Don Carlos Homenides De Histangua – Dan Heinz Lucienne Homeindes De Histangua – Meghann Deveroux Camille Chandebise – Griffin Leander Dr. Finache -–Scott Shaw Ferallion – Doug Ford Olympia – Tracy Fox Eugenie – Jeannie Blau Etienne – Patrick Peterson Antoinette – Amanda Bass Rugby – Aaron Roose Baptiste – Wes King CREATIVE TEAM Director – David Martin Stage Manager – D.K. Evenson Costume Designer – Sarah Jeter Properties Designer – Valerie Martin Lighting Designer – Chuck Cline Sound Designer – David Martin Set Designer – Bill Wright PLAN YOUR VISIT TO OCTA Tickets may be purchased with credit card, check, or cash. Free parking is available in the OCTA lot and on the street. Concessions are available for cash or credit donation and may be taken into the theater.