The Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce alongside the Military Relations Council announced today that the annual Kansas Courage celebration, scheduled for Saturday, November 8 at 12 p.m. at Evergy Plaza, will not only recognize the service and sacrifice of our military community but also provide a way for Topekans to make a direct impact on the military by donating non-perishable food items. Items collected will benefit the Coyote Cabinet, the base food pantry serving the 190th Air Refueling Wing and Kansas Army National Guard. Located at Forbes Field, the Coyote Cabinet provides food and clothing assistance to active-duty service members, veterans, Department of War employees, and military families throughout Shawnee… Read More
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Bob Ross Named President of the Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce
Topeka, KS — The Greater Topeka Partnership is proud to announce that Bob Ross, who has served as Chief Marketing Officer for the organization, has been named President of the Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce. Ross has held the role of Interim Chamber President for the past four months, during which he demonstrated exceptional leadership and vision. His appointment follows a comprehensive nationwide search led by a committee of local business and community leaders. Ross’s selection reflects his deep understanding of the Topeka business landscape and his proven ability to lead with innovation and collaboration. “Bob brings an incredible depth of talent, creativity, and strategic thinking to our team,”… Read More
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Greater Topeka Chamber DC Fly-In 2025
https://vimeo.com/1119859078?share=copy From September 7–9, the Greater Topeka Chamber of Commerce led a dynamic delegation of local business and community leaders to Washington, D.C., for a high-impact policy advocacy trip aimed at advancing Topeka’s long-term strategic priorities. The visit marked a significant step in strengthening relationships with federal policymakers and positioning Topeka for future growth through targeted legislative and funding support. The delegation met with members of the Kansas Congressional delegation and key federal agencies to discuss a range of initiatives critical to the region’s economic vitality and community development. These conversations centered on several core areas: Riverfront Development: Topeka is uniquely positioned to transform one of its greatest natural assets… Read More
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GREATER TOPEKA PARTNERSHIP RECOGNIZED IN TOP THREE FOR PRESTIGIOUS CHAMBER OF THE YEAR AWARD
Topeka, KS (June 5, 2025) — The Greater Topeka Partnership has been named a finalist for the 2025 Chamber of the Year award, presented by the Association of Chamber of Commerce Executives (ACCE). ACCE is an association based in Alexandria, Va., with over 1,600 chambers of commerce and related business and economic development organizations as members, representing more than 9,000 professionals in the industry. The award, sponsored by GrowthZone, is the most prestigious and competitive award in the chamber industry, recognizing excellence in operations, member service, and community leadership. Those honored with the Chamber of the Year designation have demonstrated organizational strength and impacted key community priorities, such as education, transportation, economic prosperity, and quality of life.… Read More
Continue ReadingGreater Topeka Chamber Military Relations Council 2025 Initiatives
Individuals who are actively serving or have served are welcome in the room, including businesses that support the defense ecosystem, veteran-owned businesses, and social organizations that contribute to greater appreciation and awareness of the military. Past efforts have focused on mutual awareness, support, and appreciation between the military and civilian business communities in the greater Shawnee County community. “We are thrilled to contribute to the national defense ecosystem,” stated Juliet Abdel, Chamber President. “Through a targeted focus on connecting key entities, we feel strongly that action will be taken that advances prosperity in Shawnee County.” Looking ahead, the 190th Air Refueling Wing located at Forbes Field is one of six… Read More
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