https://olathe.orgNews related to Olathe Chamber of Commerce(c) 2026, Olathe Chamber of Commerce All Rights Reserved.5<p><b data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">Shaping the Future:&nbsp;</b>A Higher Education Conversation</p> <p>Join us for an engaging Business Lunch Series focused on the evolving landscape of higher education. This dynamic panel will dive into the challenges colleges and universities are facing today and highlight the innovative successes shaping the future of workforce development, student achievement and community partnerships. They&rsquo;ll also discuss opportunities, trends and the critical role education plays in building a stronger business community. The panel will feature Dr. Tony Miksa of Johnson County Community College, Dr. Jon North of MidAmerica Nazarene University and Dr. Ben Wolfe of Kansas State University-Olathe. Olathe Public School superintendent Dr. Brent Yeager will serve as the moderator.</p> <p><strong><em><span style="font-size:12pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="font-size:11.0pt"><span style="color:black">If you are purchasing tax exempt single admission tickets, please contact the Chamber office, 913.764.1050 to purchase. Thank you!</span></span></span></span></em></strong></p> https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10125Thu, 15 Jan 2026 17:15:21 GMT<p><strong>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.</strong></p> <p><strong>Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.</strong></p> <p><strong>Guests are welcome!</strong></p> https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10142Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:36:12 GMT<p><strong>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.</strong></p> <p><strong>Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.</strong></p> <p><strong>Guests are welcome!</strong></p> https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10141Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:34:15 GMT<p>Join business and community leaders for a day of golf, networking and philanthropy while supporting the Olathe Chamber of Commerce Foundation&#39;s mission to strengthen our community.</p> <p><img alt="Chamber Foundation Golf Fundraiser" src="https://member.olathe.org/External/WCPages/WCWebContent/webcontentpage.aspx?ContentId=8491" style="height:auto;display:block;" title="Chamber Foundation Golf Fundraiser" width="450" /></p> https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10269Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:23:39 GMT<p><strong>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.</strong></p> <p><strong>Networking begins at 9:00, with a half hour program at 9:30, followed by additional networking for those who want to continue.</strong></p> <p><strong>Guests are welcome!</strong></p> https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10140Mon, 02 Feb 2026 20:33:29 GMT<div class="elementor-element elementor-element-071a3a2 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child" data-element_type="container" data-id="071a3a2"> <div class="elementor-element elementor-element-5b4d4a8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor" data-element_type="widget" data-id="5b4d4a8" data-widget_type="text-editor.default"> <div class="elementor-widget-container"> <p><span style="font-size:16px;"><big><span style="line-height:15.0pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Calibri&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">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&rsquo;s the perfect chance to grab great food, browse local makers, listen to music, and take in the downtown experience!</span></span></span></span></big></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:16px;"><big><span style="line-height:15.0pt"><span style="font-family:&quot;Aptos&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="font-family:&quot;Calibri&quot;,sans-serif"><span style="color:black">Come see what&rsquo;s happening downtown, you won&rsquo;t want to miss it!</span></span></span></span></big></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size: 19px;">More information at:&nbsp;<a href="https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/">https://fourthfridays.olathe.org/</a></span></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p><span style="font-size:18px;"><a href="https://member.olathe.org/atlas/web-content/8461">Event Waiver</a>&nbsp;for vendors</span></p> </div> </div> </div> https://member.olathe.org/external/wcpages2/wcevents/eventdetail.aspx?EventID=10166Fri, 20 Feb 2026 18:22:55 GMT