Introducing a new face to the Chamber!
WELCOME KATIE SPARKS!! We are happy to welcome Katie Sparks to our office. Katie and her husband Mitchell recently moved to Indianola in August.
She will be the full-time Marketing/Membership Coordinator for the Chamber.
Katie recently graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in Leisure, Youth, and Human Services and a Tourism Certificate. She is very excited to start with us!
Vote Now for Our Indianola Businesses
Warren County Excellence in Business Ballot Open
Don't miss the Warren County Economic Development Impact Business Awards Event on Thursday, September 8, 2016, 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. It will be held in the Great Hall at Simpson College.
Enjoy hors d'oeuvres and show your support for our outstanding businesses! Attendance is free but reservations are required. RSVP by Wednesday, September 7, 2016 to rgocken@wcedc.com or 515-961-1067.
Scovel Taxidermy Ribbon Cutting September 27, 2016
Please join us for a ribbon cutting at Scovel Taxidermy on September 27, 2016 at 8:30 a.m.
9522 Pershing Street.
Calendar of Events
September 8 - Buxton Park Garden Party 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. New
September 8 - Warren County Economic Development Impact Business Awards Event
September 13 - Chamber Cafe - Windsor Manor 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. New
September 14 & 15 - 2016 Wayne Carse Athletic Benefit
September 16 - Bike Night - Cold Filter
September 20 - Ribbon Cutting at Fusion Fitness; 5:00 p.m.
September 22 - Google Workshop; Indianola Activity Center - 7:30 a.m.
September 24 - Think Indianola First Quarterly Shop Local Event
September 24-25 - Log Cabin Days Festival
September 27- Ribbon Cutting at Scovel Taxidermy, 9522 Pershing Street, at 8:30 a.m.
October 12- Chamber Cafe Business Development at The Village
November 26 - Think Indianola First Small Business Saturday
December 2 - Holiday Extravaganza
December 10 - Think Indianola First Shop Local Event
Expand - Expose - Grow Your Business
Membership Has It's Benefits
Starting in September, members will receive their regular bi-weekly What's Up Wednesday newsletter the 1st & 3rd Wednesdays of each month filled with your good news. On the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month, you will receive an Expand and Grow Your Business newsletter containing articles that can help you move your business or professional career to the next level!
We know it's hard to get out of your office or business, even for one hour! Take advantage of this tool and give yourself the knowledge you need to grow!
Kiwanis 50th Annual Pancake Day
September 10, 2016 Get your tickets now for the Kiwanis 50th Annual Pancake Day!
When: September 10, 2016
Time: 6:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Where: American Legion Hall, one block south of the square east of the Post Office
Cost: $6 for Adults; $3 for children 10 and under. 10 adult tickets $50
Tickets are available from Kiwanis members, Chumbley's Auto, Indianola Chamber of Commerce or at the door.
Plan to attend!
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Chamber Newsletter Production Schedule
Share Your Good News Utilize this powerful network to get your news out!
Please submit your articles, updates, or news by close of business the Friday before the What's Up Wednesday newsletter you want your news to be distributed based on the bi-weekly production schedule noted below. Submissions are due by 4 p.m.
Submissions Publish Date
September 16 September 21
September 20 October 5
October 14 October 19
Email your newsletter item to: katie@indianolachamber.com
Please type "NEWSLETTER" in the Subject line.
Images submitted MUST BE in .jpg format.
Share your news with a network of businesses and individuals who care!
Chamber of Commerce Mobile App
Discounted Movie Tickets for Indianola Fridley Theatre
Member2Member Program
Stop by the Chamber to pick up your discounted movie tickets! As a member, you can enjoy this benefit any time! Each ticket is $6.
Promote your Business in the Classifieds Area of the Chamber's Website
I-Clips Coupon and Classified Ads
Posting your ad is easy! Learn more about utilizing this resource by contacting the Chamber at
515-961-6269.
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Buy Your Tickets Today For The Buxton Park Garden Party
September 8th, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. Buxton Park Garden Party!
A Benefit for the Indianola Parks
Buy advance tickets at
Studio Fusco, or Indianola Parks and Recreation
Cost: $12.00/person for advance tickets
$15.00/person when purchased on the day of the event
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Mark Your Calendar for the Chamber's Morning Café!
Windsor Manor - September 13th, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Plan to attend the Chamber’s next Morning Café hosted by Windsor Manor. A brief presentation will be provided on “Dementia,” a growing trend that many of us will deal with at some point in our lives with aging parents, grandparents and symptoms attached to particular diseases. A definite tool to put in the chest for now or later in life.
When: September 13th, 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Where: Windsor Manor, 608 S. 15th Street
This is a great opportunity to expose your business to new contacts and others interested in growing personally and professionally!
The Garden Barn Autumn Open House September 22-25
Save the Date! Wayne Carse Athletic Benefit
September 14th & 15th Register Today!
2016 Wayne Carse Athletic Benefit
What: Dinner & Auction
When: September 14, 2016
Where: Kent campus Center
Time: Dinner and Live Auction at 6:30 p.m.
Cost: $30/person (includes social, dinner and 2 drink tickets)
What: Storm Golf Classic
When: September 15, 2016
Where: Echo Valley Country Club
Time: Shotgun start at 12:30 p.m. for 18 holes
Cost: Individual golfer: $125
Team of 4: $500
Register: https://commerce.cashnet.com/cashnetk/selfserve/BrowseCatalog.aspx?CNAME=ATHLETICS
Sponsorship opportunities available
More information
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RIBBON CUTTING - DON'T MISS IT
FUSION FITNESS
Join Molly Bean, Stephanie Becker, and loyal members as they celebrate FUSION FITNESS'S 11th year in business in their new location on the square.
RIBBON CUTTING
WHEN: September 20, 2016; 5 PM
WHERE: 107 W. Salem
To celebrate their new location, Fusion Fitness is offering Free Yoga on the square on Saturdays
9 a.m. to 10 a.m. during the month of September!
REGISTER TODAY FOR A FREE GOOGLE WORKSHOP
USE THIS POWERFUL TOOL TO GET YOUR BUSINESS ON THE MAP
Bring your laptop or electronic device for this hands-on training to help you set-up and create a strong business presence on Google. There is no cost to attend but reservations are required!
WHEN: September 22, 2016; 7:30-8:30 a.m.
WHERE: Indianola Activity Center, 2204 W. Second Ave.
Simpson Student Discount Program
Participation is Easy
Contact our office today to participate in the Simpson Discount Program! Introduce your business to over 1,500 students - potential customers - for the next 9 months!
Because the program is being deployed through the Chamber's mobile app, businesses can join and update an offer at any point in the year.
Don't miss out on an opportunity to find a new customer. Call us today to expose, connect and grow your business at 515-961-6269.
Get connected! Download the Chamber's free mobile app from your app store today!
Indianola Preschool T-shirt Fundraiser
Indianola Indians t-shirt apparel available for sale! Support Indianola Preschool and dress your whole family! Sizes (2/3T-3X).
Please contact Jenna Brown at Indianola Preschool to get your order in before September 16, 2016.
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Lead Well Series September 13, 2016
In partnership with The Carlson Group LLC, Your Clear Next Step brings you the exciting Lead Well Series beginning Sept. 13, designed to develop your role as a leader.
Facilitated by Gary Walljasper, who has more than 20 years of leadership consulting expertise, this class will help leaders and managers gain confidence in their role through increased self-awareness, understanding of their strengths and skills, learning how to build better relationships with staff and employees as well as taking on that ever-important role of setting expectations, and developing and growing your employees beyond just the typical employee who simply accomplishes minor tasks.
This five-part series, held Sept. 13 through Nov. 15, is a great way to grow your company’s leadership. Classes are held at The Studio, conveniently located in the heart of Indianola, south of the Indianola Square. If you’re not sure this is the class for you, the first two sessions of the series are available separately.
Visit the Your Clear Next Step website today for more information and to register at http://www.yourclearnextstep.com/class-list/leadership/.
Emily A. Roush Bobolz
Marketing and Administrative Associate
emily@yourclearnextstep.com
(515) 491-6508
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