﻿<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0"><channel><title>Olathe Chamber of Commerce Events Newswire</title><link>https://olathe.org</link><description>News related to Olathe Chamber of Commerce</description><copyright>(c) 2026, Olathe Chamber of Commerce All Rights Reserved.</copyright><ttl>5</ttl><item><title>Chamber Coffee at Evergreen Community of Johnson County 7/2/2026 9:00 AM - 7/2/2026 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;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.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests are welcome!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10172</link><pubDate>Fri, 27 Feb 2026 15:39:28 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>IRS Small Business Tax Workshop 7/8/2026 1:00 PM - 7/8/2026 5:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Learn the basics of complying with IRS regulations, including business use of the home, self employment tax, employee versus independent contractor, payroll taxes, and electronic filing (EFTPS). Also learn record-keeping requirements for business expenses, including vehicle use. Presented by an experienced CPA and tax accountant.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10245</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:48:06 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Chamber Coffee at the Olathe Police Department 7/9/2026 9:00 AM - 7/9/2026 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;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.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests are welcome!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10145</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:38:53 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Building Your Business Plan Using AI 7/10/2026 9:00 AM - 7/10/2026 12:00 Noon</title><description>&lt;p&gt;In Building Your Business Plan Using AI, you will learn how to create a strong business plan step by step with the help of AI. This course covers nine key sections of a business plan, including market research, financial projections, and operations strategy. For each section, you&amp;#39;ll receive AI-powered prompts to guide your thinking and improve your plan. By the end of the course, you&amp;#39;ll have a clear, well-structured business plan that sets you up for success.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10243</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:43:42 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Trademark &amp; Copyright Basics 7/14/2026 1:00 PM - 7/14/2026 4:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;For the small business owner wanting to learn how to protect their business name, logo, content and creative works. Focus is on protecting trademarks and copyrights while avoiding infringing upon the rights of others. The basics of the patent process will also be addressed. Taught by an attorney who provides practical and useful information.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10252</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:04:14 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Celebration at Caravel Autism Health 7/14/2026 4:00 PM - 7/14/2026 5:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Join us for the Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening Celebration at Caravel Autism Health&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10219</link><pubDate>Mon, 27 Apr 2026 17:09:56 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Chamber Coffee at Chick-fil-A Olathe 7/16/2026 9:00 AM - 7/16/2026 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;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.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests are welcome!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10105</link><pubDate>Wed, 07 Jan 2026 15:59:32 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>QuickBooks Fundamentals 7/21/2026 8:30 AM - 7/21/2026 12:30 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Learn how to set up your business using this popular online accounting program - the right way. In this beginning-level seminar, you will learn how to create your own chart of accounts; set up customers and vendors; generate invoices, receive payments and sales receipts; pay bills and write checks; track credit card purchases and balances; reconcile accounts and bank fees; track and pay sales taxes; and produce customized financial statements and reports that will help you manage your business. Facilitated by a Certified QuickBooks&amp;copy; Pro-Advisor.&lt;/p&gt;

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			&lt;td valign="top"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Days&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/td&gt;
			&lt;td valign="top"&gt;TuTh&amp;nbsp;&lt;/td&gt;
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			&lt;td valign="top"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Dates&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/td&gt;
			&lt;td valign="top"&gt;7/21/2026 - 7/23/2026 &amp;nbsp;&lt;/td&gt;
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			&lt;td valign="top"&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Times&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/td&gt;
			&lt;td valign="top"&gt;8:30 AM - 12:30 PM&amp;nbsp;&amp;nbsp;&lt;/td&gt;
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</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10253</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:04:16 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Know Your Numbers and Make More Money 7/22/2026 9:00 AM - 7/22/2026 12:00 Noon</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Learn to read and interpret basic financial reports, explore three fundamental ways to increase profitability, and identify key financial indicators. Gain a better understanding of how to use financial reports to operate a more profitable business.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10254</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 16:04:20 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Chamber Coffee at McGilley &amp; Frye Funeral Home 7/23/2026 9:00 AM - 7/23/2026 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;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.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests are welcome!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10144</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:38:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Fourth Fridays - July 2026 7/24/2026 6:00 PM - 7/24/2026 9:00 PM</title><description>&lt;div class="elementor-element elementor-element-071a3a2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child" data-element_type="container" data-id="071a3a2"&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:16px;"&gt;&lt;big&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:15.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:&amp;quot;Aptos&amp;quot;,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:&amp;quot;Calibri&amp;quot;,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;span style="color:black"&gt;Fourth Friday brings a burst of energy to Downtown Olathe each month. The streets come alive with live music, food trucks, drinks, local vendors, face painting and a fun, welcoming atmosphere that makes it easy to explore and enjoy the evening. It&amp;rsquo;s the perfect chance to grab great food, browse local makers, listen to music, and take in the downtown experience!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/big&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:16px;"&gt;&lt;big&gt;&lt;span style="line-height:15.0pt"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:&amp;quot;Aptos&amp;quot;,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;span style="font-family:&amp;quot;Calibri&amp;quot;,sans-serif"&gt;&lt;span style="color:black"&gt;Come see what&amp;rsquo;s happening downtown, you won&amp;rsquo;t want to miss it!&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/big&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-size: 19px;"&gt;More information at:&amp;nbsp;&lt;a href="https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/"&gt;https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

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&lt;p&gt;&lt;span style="font-size:18px;"&gt;&lt;a href="https://member.olathe.org/atlas/web-content/8461"&gt;Event Waiver&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;for vendors&lt;/span&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
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</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10165</link><pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:22:38 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Building a Neurodiversity Affirming Workplace: Creating Spaces Where ALL Minds Thrive 7/28/2026 7:30 AM - 7/28/2026 9:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Building a Neurodiversity Affirming Workplace&amp;nbsp;will guide participants in understanding neurodiversity and the value it brings to organizations. We will examine common barriers faced by both employers and neurodivergent individuals, from hiring practices to everyday communication and expectations. Participants will hear a firsthand account from a neurodivergent individual sharing his employment experience, offering valuable lived perspective. The session will also explore practical strategies and provide actionable steps to foster more inclusive, accessible, and supportive workplace environments.&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Learn more and register: &lt;a href="http://jccc.edu/breakfast"&gt;jccc.edu/breakfast&lt;/a&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10270</link><pubDate>Tue, 09 Jun 2026 10:51:19 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Accessing Capital 101 7/28/2026 9:00 AM - 7/28/2026 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Learn the fundamentals of banking and what it takes to get your company a business loan. Whether you are a first-time borrower or experienced borrower you are guaranteed to learn something new.&lt;br /&gt;
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This course includes the following topics:&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull; determining the feasibility of your loan&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull; how banks analyze loan requests&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull; choosing the right bank and lender&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull; what the banks will not tell you&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull; pricing strategies&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull; available loan programs&lt;br /&gt;
&amp;bull; and much more!&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10242</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:43:25 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>IRS Small Business Tax Workshop 7/30/2026 1:00 PM - 7/30/2026 5:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;Learn the basics of complying with IRS regulations, including business use of the home, self employment tax, employee versus independent contractor, payroll taxes, and electronic filing (EFTPS). Also learn record-keeping requirements for business expenses, including vehicle use. Presented by an experienced CPA and tax accountant.&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10244</link><pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 15:48:00 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Chamber Coffee at the Olathe Community Center - Venues at 061 7/30/2026 9:00 AM - 7/30/2026 10:30 AM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;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.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;&lt;strong&gt;Guests are welcome!&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10143</link><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:37:05 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>Hearts on Hope for Safehome 7/30/2026 6:00 PM - 7/30/2026 9:00 PM</title><description>&lt;p&gt;&lt;a fr-original-style="" href="https://safehome-ks.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;&lt;strong fr-original-style=""&gt;Safehome&amp;rsquo;s&lt;/strong&gt;&lt;/a&gt;&amp;nbsp;signature fundraising event! Join us for THE Cocktail Hour of the Summer! We&amp;rsquo;re bringing all of the Palm Springs vibes to KC for one night only! All proceeds support survivors of domestic abuse, their children &amp;amp; pets.&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Guests will enjoy: Exclusive drawings and amazing silent auction, Live music, Bottomless drinks, Delicious appetizers and so much more!&amp;nbsp;&lt;/p&gt;

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	&lt;li&gt;More info&amp;nbsp;&lt;a fr-original-style="" href="https://safehome-ks.org/mec-events/hoh/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"&gt;here&lt;/a&gt;.&lt;/li&gt;
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&lt;p&gt;Please reach out for sponsorship opportunities &amp;amp; to donate silent auction items! See you in Palm Springs!&lt;/p&gt;
</description><link>https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10152</link><pubDate>Mon, 09 Feb 2026 11:10:25 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>