The Partnership is pleased to recognize and celebrate its members who have reached membership milestones in September! We thank each of our members for their loyalty and support – we’re glad you’re here! 30 Years Kansas Commercial Real Estate Services Inc 15 Years Premier One Primerica Valeo Behavioral Health Care 10 Years Hampton Inn – Topeka 5 Years Jamie Hornbaker Agency- State Farm Insurance 1 Year Fuzzy’s Tacos Legacy Motor Co, Inc The Osborne Company For a full list of Greater Topeka Partnership Members visit our directory! To see August Anniversaries, click here.
Continue ReadingAcquire Quality of Place Funding through JEDO
Searching for funding for your quality of place project? The funding you need for your next QOP project may be more accessible than you think. Joint Economic Development Organization (JEDO) has adopted a resolution to award funds for qualified quality of place projects in Topeka & Shawnee County. Download the resolution here. All prospective applicants may send a one-page overview addressing all criteria in the resolution to mhowey@gotopeka.com. From there, a panel will review the applications. Applicants who measure up to the panel’s specifications will be invited to present their idea to the selection committee on October 26 for further review. The deadline for applications is October 22; these may be… Read More
Continue ReadingScience & Tech Fest: Enrichment and Enjoyment Await!
Is your child nuts for science, technology, engineering and mathematics? Then you don’t want to miss out on Topeka’s Science & Tech Festival, where enjoyment and enrichment awaits! Journey downtown on Saturday, October 13 with the kiddos to experience hands-on learning while having fun! A few special elements of this year’s Science & Tech Festival include children historical reenactors and new tech for all to enjoy. Meet Kansan Innovators from Across History! Ever wanted to meet Amelia Earhart? This is your chance! Students from Shawnee Heights Elementary be entertaining the crowd with historical reenactments; each one personifying individuals from Kansas who made significant contributions to various fields of science. New… Read More
Continue ReadingHow Derrick Hodam Shifted 3% by Putting Client Experience First
TSC3, or Topeka & Shawnee County 3%, encourages businesses to support each other by purchasing supplies and services locally. There are real benefits for businesses to support other local businesses and there are many experienced and highly skilled people right here in Topeka that help create a better quality of life for Topekans, North East Kansas and across the country. Derrick Hodam with Farm Bureau Financial Services is one of those businesses and has already started shifting his spending locally while giving his clients a unique #TopCity experience. How did you approach the idea and process of shifting 3% of your purchasing decisions to buy local? My story may be… Read More
Continue ReadingLearn, Grow, Lead with Leadership Greater Topeka
A Message from an LGT Alumna It was a former supervisor who first approached me about Leadership Greater Topeka. She said she’d like to nominate me and asked if I would be interested. Honestly? My first thought was “no.” I was too busy. I couldn’t spare the time out of the office. I had a hundred other commitments and couldn’t justify adding another. Besides, I’m from Topeka. What more could there possibly be to learn? I promised her I would think about it. So I learned what I could about the program and I spoke to a couple alumni. I thought it was odd that they were all convinced they… Read More
Continue ReadingKanView Glass
In 2013 father/son duo Jerry and Josh Gibbs combined their 40-plus-years of experience in the glass industry to establish KanView Glass: A full-service glass company that offers service to both residential and commercial customers. Jerry and Josh are dedicated to providing quality service in addition to superior glass products. Need a window repaired or shower door installed? Call KanView Glass! Services include storm window repair, custom glass, insulated windows, patio doors, shower enclosures, heavy shower doors, mirrors. Have a glass-related emergency? Don’t worry. KanView Glass also provides 24/7 emergency service. Have questions or need a quote? Contact Josh and Jerry today!
Continue ReadingGTP Business Expo: Bigger and Better than Ever
As the name of this blog indicates, the biggest networking event of the year is back and better than ever! Formally the Topeka Chamber of Commerce Business Expo, the Greater Topeka Partnership Business Expo will take place October 23, 2018 at the Ramada Topeka Downtown. The Business Expo is the perfect place to showcase your business and engage with a captive audience about your offerings. Both Greater Topeka Partnership members and non-members are welcome to have booths at the event. What GTP events do I need to attend in September? Join us prior to the Expo for lunch and a keynote presentation. Lunch is open to exhibitors and GTP members,… Read More
Continue ReadingUniversity Flowers
Steve Gleason’s eyes light up as he recalls his past floral recreations, each one a personal story. Since 1991, Cliff Wright and Steve, co-owners of University Flowers, have made flowers their livelihood and passion. As University Flowers is owner operated, it’s not unusual for Steve and Cliff to put in over 12 hours at the flower shop. They always hard at work providing consultations, floral design and delivery. The duo also offer customers a wide collection of antiques, including decor, vases and variety of other glass wares and collectables. Specializing in more traditional style arrangements, Steve and Cliff relate that some of their best work is their personalized funeral arrangements.… Read More
Continue ReadingExpedition Chattanooga Travel Guide
Thank you for your interest in Expedition Chattanooga! We anticipate an outstanding stay. The Greater Topeka Partnership has planned a full schedule of networking, learning and exploring for attendees to enjoy. But when it comes to travel, the “getting there” can be the hardest part. The GTP would like to help you plan your trip to make getting from point A to point B as seamless as possible. So, before you book that flight to Chattanooga, be sure to explore the following options. TOPEKA TRAVEL AGENTS Travel agents can provide expert advice and research the best options for your flights. Storms and natural disasters can also make travel more… Read More
Continue ReadingNew Members in August
The Greater Topeka Partnership is proud to introduce our new members of the month! Please welcome them by stopping by their business to introduce yourself and visit their website or social channels. Click on any of the new members below for their Directory Listing! University Flowers Brown & Bigelow Inc – Robert Lipson Devlin’s Wine & Spirits Fresenius Kidney Care Topeka East Andy Brunenn Agency, American Family Insurance The First Tee of Shawnee County Dr. Crystal Duclos Running Stitch, a subsidiary of Stitchy Woman Meche Hair Studio LaRocca’s Pizza Crooked Post Winery K & L Concert Systems LLC To find more businesses or to look for… Read More
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