Greater Kokomo Chamber
MEMBERS MAKING NEWS
August 2019
A Minute With The Manager
Liz Kerns
Chamber Manager
Chamber heating up as summer fades out
The chamber has had a busy summer. Between new team members and increased programming, we are running on all cylinders. With a busy season, we want to ensure that our most important stakeholders are always at the forefront of our minds … you, our members. 

Starting on Friday, August 23, you will see the chamber team out and about every Friday morning. Sandy and I have made it our commitment to visit with all our members throughout the year through Friday Morning Check-Ins. We look forward to learning more about each of our members, invite you to upcoming events, visit with your team, explore your place of business, and share our appreciation of your ongoing dedication to Kokomo and Howard County. 

We will share photos throughout the morning of our visits with members on our Instagram and Facebook feeds along with the occasional Facebook live. We hope to drive engagement on Friday mornings with fun interactive posts, contests with our members, and even trivia. Follow us on Instagram here and on Facebook here.

Finally, while I am enjoying my “2 month” anniversary with the Chamber, we have an even more exciting anniversary to celebrate. Join me in congratulating Sandy Chapin on her one-year anniversary with us. I am grateful for her dedication to our team and to our membership. 
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Upcoming event spotlight

Join us for our Business After Hours hosted by the Young Professionals Network from 4:30 to 6 p.m. Aug. 13 in The Shared Drive inside of Inventrek Tech Park, 700 E. Firmin St. This event is family friendly as we want to encourage our members to blend family, community, and business. We will have some games and snacks, along with coffee from Kokomo Coffee Co. and a pop-up play space for little ones with Sweet Peas Café. 
Benefit spotlight
Don't underestimate the power of email
Did you know that email is almost 40 times more effective than Facebook and Twitter combined in helping your business acquire new customers? According to data, 91 percent of all U.S. consumers still use email daily!  And you're reading one of those emails right now! Through this monthly email, we can give you the power to reach almost 1,700 people in a place that most people visit every day — their inbox!  

Members Making News is published monthly and includes news submitted by chamber members, including events, sales, certifications, celebrations, etc. To start building your credibility and generating calls, submit your information for the next monthly newsletter.  

Content due by end of business on the first Friday of the month for publication on the second Friday.

MEMBER HAPPENINGS
Want to start a business? This seminar is for you!
Small Biz Jump-Start is a free, one-hour seminar presented by the Hoosier Heartland Indiana Small Business Development Center that answers questions about starting or buying a small business in Indiana. The presentation will address issues such as financing, market demand and legal requirements.

The seminar will be noon to 1 p.m. Aug. 13 in Conference Room 2C at Inventrek Tech Park, 700 E. Firmin St., Kokomo. Seating is limited to 8 attendees. There is no cost to attend but pre-registration is required.

IUK celebrates 75 years

At Indiana University Kokomo, it's time to celebrate! From the Seiberling Mansion to a thriving campus, IU Kokomo has made its mark on the north central Indiana region for decades — and we're not slowing down now!

2020 marks our 75th anniversary and, as if that weren't enough to celebrate, our big anniversary coincides with IU's Bicentennial celebration.

Color changes everything! Hair happy hour at Solutions is here to help you make that change!
Every Monday, all day long, choose from a color, haircut, conditioning treatment and brow shaping for just $75 or foil highlights, haircut, conditioning treatment and brow shaping for $120. This offer won’t be around for long and is for new appointments only with select stylists.

Call Solutions at 765-453-3617 for more details and to schedule your appointment to make that change you’ve been wanting!
MEET OUR NEWEST CHAMBER MEMBERS!
Modern Woodmen teams up with Gilead House
Local Modern Woodmen of America members are sponsoring the Steps to Recovery 5k or 1 mile run/walk supporting the Gilead House. Below you'll find details of the event and information on Modern Woodmen's matching funds opportunity.
A word from Smiles for Vets organizers:
Our amazing team and volunteers provided over $26,500 in free dental care to over 50 veterans during the 2018 Smiles for Vets event. We plan to continue the outreach throughout the year. We have attached our event flyer and a donation letter for those interested in donating to or volunteering for this not-for-profit event.
Thank you to this month's renewing members!
We look forward to another great year with you! Thank you for your investment.
• White Lilies N Paradise Florist
• E&B Paving Inc.
• MetroNet
• Corinne's Relaxation Response
• AAA Hoosier Motor Club
• Community Foundation of Howard County, Inc.
• Johnston-Taylor & Associates, Inc.
• Kokomo Glass & Paint
• Shirley & Stout Funeral Homes & Crematory
• Caldwell Monument Company
• Martino's Italian Villa, Inc.
• Bona Vista Programs, Inc.
• Dr. Kurt E. Kingseed, DDS
• Eye Physicians, Inc.
• Fortune Companies
• Habitat for Humanity of the Kokomo Community
• Jackson Financial Group LLC
• LaQuinta Inn and Suites
• Perkins Contracting Services LLC
• Soupley's Wine & Spirits
• Subway
• The Hardie Group
• AT&T Indiana
• Dimensions, Inc.
• Trine University - Logansport
• Celebrations Banquet & Conference Facility
• L & M Recreation
• The Relax Place
• Sunset Memory Garden Funeral
Home & Cemetery
• American Tool and Party Rental
• Casey's General Store
• Comcast Spotlight
• Moore Title & Escrow
• Newlon Metals, Inc.
• St. Vincent Kokomo Foundation
• The Excel Center
• King's Cleaning Solutions
• Neora - Jenny Lytle
• Ross Medical Education Center
• 1st Mobile Insurance
• CMH Lawn & Home Service LLC
• Degler Floor Covering
• Financial Builders
• Hampton Inn & Suites
• Kokomo New Car Dealers Association
• Preferred Eye Care LLC
• Rayls & Shepherd Insurance Company
• Star Building Supply, Inc.
• United Way of Howard County, Inc.
• Culver's Restaurant
• Healing Hands Natural Therapy Spa
• Heritage Custom Painting
• Kokomo Rescue Mission
• Kokomo Symphonic Society, Inc.
• LeaderOne Financial Corporation
• Moon Fabricating Corporation
• NIPSCO 
• Posh Salon and Day Spa
• The UPS Store - Dixon
IWU offering practical, hands-on LinkedIn training
Indiana Wesleyan University will offer training on one of the fastest growing social media platforms, LinkedIn, during a free seminar from 6 to 8 p.m. Sept. 17 at its education center at 1916 E. Markland Ave., Kokomo.

LinkedIn is more than a place to look for a job. It’s a place to connect with professionals, keep up to date on the latest trends in your industry and a place to establish yourself as an expert in your field.

The IWU seminar will cover the basic elements of your profile and identify different strategies to make it stand out from the crowd. It will also explore the different tools that LinkedIn offers for professional development and personal growth.

By the end of this session, you will have the knowledge to create a profile that reflects your corporate, personal and professional brand that is captivating and appealing.

There will be light refreshments and networking opportunities.


Join us from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. as we welcome Lt. Gov. Suzanne Crouch to Kokomo at the Chamber's Business Matters Luncheon.

Crouch will present on the health of Indiana, discussing our current fiscal health and the administration's plans for 2020.