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August 23 - 8am, Chamber Ribbon Cutting for Daylight Donuts, LLC at their new location @ 112 E. 17th St, Ottawa KS
August 27 - 6-8pm, OU Business Fusion Expo @ 125 S Walnut St, Ottawa KS
August 29 - 8am, Eggs & Issues speaker Rex Buchanan discussing "Water in Kansas: Reflections on the Past and Present" sponsored and hosted by AdventHealth Ottawa @ 1301 S Main St, Ottawa, KS (Registration is required by 8/23, tickets are $12 and includes breakfast)
August 30 - 8am, Chamber Coffee for Vision Care Direct - Vision Plans for Chamber Members at Corner Market @ 401 S Main St, Ottawa KS
September 5 - 5:30pm, Small Business Seminar Series with the SBDC @ 705 W 15th St, Ottawa KS (ORC)
September 6 - 8am, Chamber Coffee for Hope House celebrating their 34th Anniversary and Satisfying the Loan @ 205 W 17th St, Ottawa KS
September 13 - 8am, Chamber Coffee for Goppert State Service Bank to introduce Justin Beckman, New Branch Manager and Loan Officer @1250 E Logan St, Ottawa KS
September 17 - 8am, Chamber Coffee for Westminster Presbyterian Church to meet the new Pastor Darron Story @ 401 W 13th St, Ottawa KS
September 20 - 8am, Chamber Coffee for Neosho County Community College to meet the new Director of the Ottawa Campus, Clint Renfrow @ 900 E Logan St, Ottawa KS
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Join us for 2024 Eggs and Issues
Water in Kansas: Reflections on the Past and the Present
Get your ticket now while supply lasts, limited seating is available. $12 per person and breakfast will be included with each ticket purchased. Big thank you to AdventHealth Ottawa for hosting and being the food sponsor for this event. Deadline to register is 8/23/24.
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The Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce and the KU Small Business Development Center (SBDC) proudly present quarterly seminars for small businesses. These trainings will give participants practical knowledge on how to work smarter?not harder while running a business. This session is titled Retention Matters: Strategies for Building a Loyal and Motivated Workforce and other Benefit Strategies.
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Attention Local Business - Sign up by September 9th for our 19th Annual Ladies Night Out |
The Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce and our Events and Promotions Committee are extremely excited to open registration for one of the most anticipated events each year in downtown Ottawa, the 19th Annual Ladies Night Out. We had a blast last year, thank you for helping us make it happen! This event is made possible through all the participating businesses and look forward to recreating a great environment for ladies to spend time in our commercial district once more, on September 27.
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PRE-ORDER DATE EXTENDED UNTIL AUGUST 22ND!! GET YOURS TODAY! |
The 2024 Fusion Business Expo, hosted by Ottawa University and the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce, is inviting businesses to participate on Tuesday, August 27th from 6-8 pm. Don't miss this opportunity to feature your business and services offered to the new and returning students from OU. The event will be held at Legacy Square at 1st and Walnut Streets in downtown Ottawa. More information at the button below.
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Sutton's Jewelry Inc is having their Never Better sale. |
On behalf of Onward Ottawa and all those who donated to the Legacy Square project, we would like to invite you (and your staff if appropriate) to the 5-Year Anniversary Celebration of Legacy Square. Join us on September 6 from 5-7pm at the corner of 1st and Walnut Street and enjoy BBQ and a selection of alcoholic and nonalcoholic refreshments as we recognize the achievements and contributions that made this space a reality. This event will honor the dedication and generosity of our donors and their organizations. Help us celebrate the investment, victories, and enduring legacy of this remarkable project!
This event is free to attend, we hope you will be able to join us. To ensure an accurate headcount, please make sure that anyone planning on participating RSVPs at the link below. |
Ottawa Memorial Auditorium Presents Andy Gross Live Saturday, September 7th - 7pm
Tickets $30 Children - $35 Adults - $50 VIP Plus Fees and Sales Tax |
Is your organization facing big challenges that you are struggling to make progress on? If so, Kansas Leadership Center could be the partner you need to embrace change, tackle daunting problems and seize opportunities for progress.
Attend a virtual informational webinar to learn more about the grants and application process, and get answers to any questions you have. Register here to attend a one-hour session on August 21 at 1:30 p.m., August 30 at noon or September 4 at 3 p.m. |
Franklin County Optimist Club 50 Year Banquet
Thursday, October 3 at 5:30 p.m. Ottawa University Schendel Conference Center/Hasty Room |
Join Franklin County Area Business Professionals for an Economic Outlook Luncheon Business and Community Leaders will discuss economic issues that will impact local businesses and communities, including economic conditions, economic drivers for the state and regional economies, and general expectations over the coming months. Topics will include labor demand, costs, wages, manufacturing, real estate, and in-depth analysis of the local economy.
Ottawa University Wednesday, October 16, 2024
8:00 - 10:00 am
1001 S. Cedar St, Ottawa, KS, 66067 |
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Are you a friendly and enthusiastic person interested in helping the Red Cross save lives? If you have a little free time and are a true “people person,” we have a great volunteer position for you.
Volunteer Blood Donor Ambassadors ensure blood donors have a pleasant and fulfilling experience, from the moment they arrive to when they leave.
With plenty of flexible volunteer opportunities, you can sign up to help with blood drives that fit your schedule. Visit redcross.org/volunteer or text/call 785-250-6231. |
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Franklin County Cancer Foundation |
Volunteer hours: 10:00am-2:00pm weekdays (usually different volunteers daily). 215 S Main St, Ottawa KS
Duties: Meet with patients who have active cancer and live in Franklin County as well as assist with their needs for payment of household expenses, groceries, medical equipment, and supplies. Contact: Gary Jordan 785-242-5566
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We’re hiring a beer/bartender! Must be 21+ to apply. Love of craft beer or bartending experience preferred but not required. Must be available Saturdays and some Fridays. Email or message Facebook with resume. |
Ottawa University, Ottawa, KS: is seeking qualified applicants for the following positions below. Position detail and Application for Employment are available at www.ottawa.edu/careers. EOE. |
Full-time with Benefits (updated starting pay rate)
Performs interior and exterior building cleaning maintenance within assigned areas. Requires effective communication and service focused skills. |
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This position is responsible for assisting the Director of Production with scheduling the Production Superintendents, Building Crews and Sub-Contract crews through daily contact with the QSI Subcontractors. Keeping the contractors schedule and on the job 5 days per week is the priority. Schedule all open job repairs to be done timely. |
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Westminster Presbyterian Church Job Openings |
Part-Time Youth Director! |
Westminster Presbyterian Church is looking for someone to join our team as a youth director. The Youth Director will provide leadership to the middle and senior high school youth, encourage a deepening love for God, and foster growth in the Christian faith. The Youth Director will promote fellowship and a sense of community among the youth and the church fellowship. |
Finance Manager (Formerly Church Treasurer)
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Westminster Presbyterian Church (WPC) is seeking an individual for a part-time position to serve as our Finance Manager. This is a hybrid position which would allow this person to work from home and would require 10-15 hours per week. Salary is commensurate with experience. |
Westminster Presbyterian Church (PCUSA) is seeking an energetic and innovative individual to serve as our Music Director. This dynamic individual would need to skills to implement a more “blended” musical worship experience due to a very diverse demographic in our congregation. This is a part-time position at approximately 5-10 per week. Salary is commensurate with experience. This individual would report directly to the Pastor and work with the church’s Worship Committee.
Send resume letter by email to Pastor Darron Story darronstory@wespresottawa.org
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Click the button for more information. Applications can be submitted online or by sending an email with their resume directly to Scott Gander
J.Scott.Gander@mwarep.org 620-223-3000 |
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SERC Physical Therapy in Ottawa is hiring a Physical Therapist |
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| Full-time Receptionist & Tax Preparers |
Full-time Receptionist wanted to work in a busy tax office. This seasonal position (January to April), provides flexibility, freedom and extra earnings. Successful candidates will wow clients as the frontline face of the office. Email Marcia Mitchell at marcia.mitchell@hrblock.com.
Tax Preparers wanted. If you enjoy problem-solving, working with numbers and with people, we want you to join our team. First year tax professionals have a desire to embark on a customer-centric career by first learning the specifics of tax preparation and gaining the skills to prepare accurate tax returns. Email marcia.mitchell@hrblock.com.
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The Bug Guys
We are hiring!! Looking for career-minded individuals who are not afraid of bugs! Pest Control Technicians needed. Experience preferred, but not needed. Will train. Must be 18yrs of age, clean driving record, drug-free. Call 785-242-2844 for more information or to obtain an application. |
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| Mac Fasteners, Inc., Ottawa, KS |
Looking for two thread roll machine operators, one cold header machine operator, and one shipping/warehouse clerk. Mac Fasteners offers competitive pay and benefits for their employees. On the job training provided. Apply online below or in person at Mac Fasteners, 1110 Enterprise St., Ottawa, Kansas. |
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| Apply in person @ 208 S. Main in Ottawa. |
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JOIN OUR CHAMBER TODAY! WHAT IS THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE? A non-profit organization, comprised of more than 300 businesses, organizations, professionals and individuals. A voice for businesses and the citizens of the Ottawa/Franklin County area in internal affairs as well as external affairs. Promotes civic, commercial, industrial, agricultural and professional development. An Ambassador for our community for economic development at the state and regional levels.
A sounding board for entrepreneurial ideas and a referral source within the network. HOW IS THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FINANCED?
The Chamber is funded from a variety of sources. One, being voluntary member investments based on a fee schedule, another being performing contract services for the city and county, and finally through industry grants and donations throughout the year. Additional non-dues income is realized by a program of marketing tools offered to Chamber members at various times throughout the year as well as committee activities and other sponsorships. Investments are tax deductible and recognized by the IRS as a legitimate business expense, not as a charitable contribution.
OBJECTIVES OF THE CHAMBER
To coordinate the efforts of commerce, industry and professionals in maintaining and strengthening a sound and healthy business climate in the Ottawa/Franklin County area.
To sponsor aggressive programs of work and stimulate activities, which will provide for full development and employment of our human and economic resources.
To provide creative business leadership and effective coordination of all interested parties in solving community problems and in initiating constructive community action. To create broad understanding and appreciation of the great opportunities in the Ottawa/Franklin County area and To promote the advantages and assets of our community, within the area, in the state and in the nation. HOW IS THE CHAMBER WORKING FOR YOU? Working directly with the City of Ottawa and Franklin County on all fronts of economic development, as well as issues that better the quality of life for all citizens of the community.
Working with the public and private school system and colleges of the area to provide greater opportunities for career and job skills development. Working with recreation services for the community and other agencies for all ages in the community. Working to provide opportunities to connect national, state and local political offices. Being a conduit for information flow between state and regional organizations and local industry.
Being a facilitator for positive discussion of the issues which affect our community. Promoting Ottawa area accommodations and attractions to our business and recreational visitors.
Promoting the Ottawa area as a great place to live and raise a family. Our Mission The mission of the Ottawa Area Chamber of Commerce is to promote growth and economic vitality of its membership, to provide leadership for the advancement of the business climate and advocacy towards improving the overall quality of life in the region. |
If you have any questions regarding Chamber events or have news or events you'd like to promote, contact us at (785) 242-1000 or email us at events@ottawakansas.org. Be sure to follow the Chamber on
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Have a great day! |
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Sherri Lund Office Manager sherri@ottawakansas.org |
| Ryland Miller
President/CEO ryland@ottawakansas.org |
| Jenna Kelsey Membership Director jenna@ottawakansas.org |
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