New York Life Insurance Company is the largest mutual life insurance company in the United States*. As a mutual insurance company, it answers to its policy owners, not stock holders. Mike Emmert stated his career in June 2018 in the hopes of developing a life-long partnership with the citizens and businesses of Topeka. Mike works with clients, individuals and businesses, to help them reach the goals they develop for themselves, whether it be through various life insurances or financial products. Whether you are just starting out, growing your family, getting ready for retirement or looking for a way to protect all that you’ve worked for, Mike can help you find… Read More
Continue ReadingActivate the Alleyway Celebrates Downtown Passageways through Art
We hope to surprise, delight and inspire you as we activate the alleyway! Downtown Topeka Inc. (DTI) has partnered with Leaping Llamas Artisan Shop and Jayhawk Theatre to deliver vibrant and memorable experiences to all who visit, live, work and play in Downtown Topeka. You are invited on Friday, October 5 from 5 to 8 p.m. to Activate the Alleyway, a celebration of downtown passageways and local artists! Enjoy (and feel free to purchase!) over 20 pieces of original artwork inspired by downtown Topeka. The event will take place in the alley between Kansas Avenue and Jackson Street off 7th Street. In the event of uncooperative weather, the exhibit will… Read More
Continue ReadingCyrus Hotel
There are many dynamic changes coming to Downtown Topeka in the near future. One you’ll not soon to forget is Cyrus Hotel. Maybe you’ve seen the construction on 10th and Kansas? Well, it’s near completion! Named after Topeka founder Cyrus K. Holliday, Cyrus Hotel is slated to open in December 2018. Among its many offerings is the street level, flagship restaurant and outdoor space. Although it conveys a modern design concept and utilizes state-of-the-art facilities, the hotel and restaurant honor the unique history of the area in name and guest touch-points throughout. It offers 109 rooms and suites, as well as various meeting spaces. Did someone say meeting spaces? Cyrus… Read More
Continue ReadingMeet Annette Wiles, New Director of Hummer Sports Park
Annette Wiles In July 2018, Annette Wiles, former Topeka High athletic director, took up the position of director of Hummer Sports Park, following former director Rick Benke’s retirement. Wiles has a rich background in sports management. She attended Fort Hays State University where played on the women’s basketball team. Wiles was named the Most Valuable Player in the 1991 NAIA National Tournament. The two-time All-American scored 2,407 points and hauled down 961 rebounds. She went on to earn her MS in Athletic Administration at Fort Hays while also serving as a grad assistant. After college, Wiles went on to coach college women’s basketball and serve as athletics administration at Bethany College.… Read More
Continue ReadingSeptember Milestone Anniversaries
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!
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