Thank you to all who attended our leadership development workshop last week led by Alyson Van Hooser. We enjoyed learning about today's top leadership skills and how to lead multigenerational teams. Huge thank you to our presenting sponsor, CFSB, our platinum sponsor, Swift & Staley, and our awesome host, Purpose Church, for making the event possible!

If you are interested in being a part of a group to read her book "Level Up" together, reach out to our staff. It would be a great way to further grow as a leader alongside other likeminded professionals in our community. We imagine this would take place during a coffee or lunch hour.

We have a few books left and would love for you to join us!

In case you didn't get out to Spring Open House this past weekend, today is a great day to SHOP LOCAL! Our stores have incredible merchandise for the perfect gift, Spring Break trip, your home and more!

Tomorrow, we get a Transportation Update at our March Business at LUNCH presented by Lake Chem Community Federal Credit Union. It should be a great event!

APRIL BUSINESS AT BREAKFAST

Join us on Tuesday, April 11th for Business at Breakfast presented by HUB | Peel & Holland. Doors open at 7AM; Program 7:30-8:30AM at The Murray Room of the CFSB Center. We will hear from a panel of mental health professionals. Poor mental health and stress can negatively affect an employee. Let's hear from the professionals on its impact, medical options and resources, needs for future employers, best practices, tips and more!

Sarah Downey, ARNP

Co-Owner, Aligned Health

Katrina Coffelt, LPCC-S, NCC

Owner, Bridges Family Center

Samir Patel, Ph.D., LPCC-S, LMHC

Department Chair Educational Studies, Leadership and Counseling

Murray State University

Jan Stogner, Kentucky Counseling Association, Advocacy Co-Chair

* LPCC-S - Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor Supervisor

* NCC - Nationally Certified Counselor

MURRAY WORKS FOUNDATION UPDATE

We kicked off Classroom to Career last week with Seniors from Murray Independent School District and Calloway County High School. Classroom to Career is the newest initiative of the Murray Works Foundation that focuses on connecting students with future employers. Through this program, students are given the opportunity to tour businesses and speak directly with employers about career pathways available in their organizations. Students learn about what careers are in demand in Calloway County and what skills and education they need to attain them.

Thhe students visited Murray-Calloway County Hospital for a tour and discussion about how many careers there are in the world of healthcare. Students also met with the Western Kentucky SHRM group where they learned about HR best practices, handshakes, eye contact, and conversation starters when talking to a potential employer. Students then participated in a job fair with multiple local businesses, many of which are looking to hire these students when they graduate.

Huge thank you to the following businesses for participating:

The Murray Bank

Kenlake Foods

MSU Federal Credit Union

Iwis-Daido

Sportable Scoreboards

AGC of Western Kentucky

Murray State University

West Kentucky Workforce Board

Western Kentucky SHRM

Pinnacle Construction

Murray Calloway County Hospital

Murray-Calloway Chamber of Commerce

We celebrated the grand opening of our new member, Frutta Bowls & Saladworks of Murray! Frutta Bowls & Saladworks is a health food restaurant that offers smoothies, salads wraps, toast, oatmeal, soups, paninis and more. They are located at 506 N 12th Street, Suite N in Murray. “We are excited to bring a healthier food option to Murray” said Greg Barnes, Owner. “Our community has truly shown up for us today so we are thankful for the support and look forward to serving you all.”

Last week, we celebrated the official Grand Opening of KFC in Murray! We loved meeting and celebrating with their team and having Colonel Sanders join us gave it the perfect blend of extra spice!

Join us for our upcoming Ribbon Cutting Celebrations!

Ribbon Cutting - New Location

Rock Steady Boxing 270

Friday, March 31st at 11:30AM

Weaks Center - 607 Poplar Street

Murray, Kentucky

WKEC

Adult Education Services

Kentucky Fried Chicken

Restaurant

Lowe's Home Improvement

Home improvement store

Manpower

Employment opportunities and career resources

GOFOR Pizza, LLC

New pizza restaurant in Murray

The Emerald Foundation

Provide wellness trainings to develop healthy communities and organizations.

Meloan Management

Landscape design, planning, management and installation, organizational projects and more..

TakeOut 2 You

Local delivery service

Republic Services of Murray

Providing recycling and waste services

Cadd Music Studios

Provide private and group music lessons for all ages and abilities.