Upcoming Events and Programs
November 13, 2019
EVENTS
Hinkle Law Firm
1617 N. Waterfront Pkwy Suite 400
Wichita. KS 67206
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
SIMPLY SOCIAL MIXER - NOV. 19
Enjoy the great view from Hinkle Law Firm while you mix and mingle for our last Simply Social mixer of the year!

Cost: Free for WIBA members & guests.

RSVP by Monday, Nov. 18 at 3 p.m.
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Host Sponsor:
Sponsors:
Boathouse
515 S. Wichita
Wichita, KS 67202
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
WWLA LUNCHEON - DEC. 3
Enjoy short presentations with local non-profits including Alzheimer’s Association, Goodwill Industries of Kansas, HumanKind Ministries, KPTS, Kansas Food Bank, Kansas Humane Society and Raise My Head Foundation.

Cost: Member: $15/Non-Member: $20
Cost at Door: Additional $5

RSVP by Monday, Dec. 2 at 3 p.m.
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Sponsors:
Prize Sponsor: Collaborative Life Coaching
Botanica
701 Amidon St.
Wichita, KS 67203
11:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.
MONTHLY LUNCHEON - DEC. 10
Celebrate the holidays with a music program featuring Air Capital Chorus. The Air Capital Chorus is a nonprofit singing organization promoting education and camaraderie in barbershop harmony, open to people of all ages.

Cost: Member: $20/Non-Member: $50
Cost at Door: Additional $5

RSVP by Monday, Dec. 9 at 3 p.m.
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Sponsor:
Welcome Sponsor: Pen Publishing Interactive
Prize Sponsor: Transworld Business Advisors of Wichita
Holiday Inn East
549 S. Rock Road
Wichita, KS 67207
5:30 - 9 p.m.
2020 WIBA KICKOFF - JAN. 30
Join us for this annual event featuring a cocktail hour, silent auction and dinner followed by a brief business meeting and a recap of accomplishments, concluding with featured speaker Eric Wedge, Wichita State University Baseball Coach.

Cost: $75 each/Table of 10: $700
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Silent Auction Items Requested
We're currently looking for silent auction items for our upcoming WIBA Kickoff. Items may include gift baskets, wine, restaurant gift cards, art, jewelry, etc. with a minimum value of $75 (please avoid providing services).

Your company name will be included on description sheets during the silent auction. You may also include business cards to include in the display.

Items can be dropped off at the WIBA office or pick up can be arranged at your office. Silent auction items must be received by Friday, Jan. 10, 2020 .

Please contact Judy Whiley if you'd like to donate to our silent auction by either calling our office at (316) 201-3264 or e-mailing judy@wiba.org.

WIBA is a 501c6 under the Internal Revenue Code, as always, consult your tax advisor about tax deductibility.

Thank you for your support!
Supporting Sponsors
UPCOMING EVENTS & PROGRAMS
December 17
4 - 6 p.m.
PourHouse by Walnut River Brewing
January 30
5:30 - 9 p.m.
Holiday Inn East
EVENT PHOTOS
WWLA Luncheon - Nov. 5
Monthly Luncheon - Nov. 7
Jenny Dawn Cellars Ribbon Cutting - Nov. 12
NEWS
2020 Sponsorship Opportunities
Reach business owners and leaders through a variety of WIBA programs and events. Benefits include the ability to display company materials on event tables, opportunity to speak briefly, recognition on event marketing and more!

Sponsorships are limited. Reserve yours today!
LEARN MORE
Call for Workshop Submissions
We're looking for speakers to present a variety of business topics for our 2020 educational workshops. Topic examples include (but are not limited to): sales, marketing, social media, Microsoft Office products, Management Skills & Tips, Leadership, among others. Workshops will be 2 hours in length.

Submissions will be reviewed by the WIBA staff and Events Committee. Submissions must be from WIBA members.

Complete form below by November 20 for consideration.
SUBMIT
Don't Forget - WIBA Membership Drive!
The member who refers the most new paid memberships between now and Tuesday, December 31 will win your 2020 Membership dues paid up to $250.00!  For each new paid member you refer, you will also receive an entry into a drawing for a $25 gift card of your choice.

Look through your business contacts and invite them to an upcoming WIBA event. Judy will help your efforts by offering prospective members a “Get to know WIBA” presentation.

The winner of the Membership Drive will be announced at the Kickoff event on January 30, 2020! Thank you for helping us grow this wonderful organization.

Note: All members currently receive a $25 credit towards next year’s due for referring a new paid member. The winner of the membership drive will be excluded from those credits.
MEMBER NEWS
The Health Connection Ribbon Cutting
Celebrate The Health Connection's new location. Tour the new space, enjoy appetizers and drinks. Prize drawings and discounts will be available for all attendees.

When: Thursday, Nov. 14
Where: 3101 N. Rock Road Suite #170
Time: 3 - 4:30 p.m. (Ribbon Cutting at 3:30 p.m.)
RCB Bank Ribbon Cutting
Celebrate RCB Bank 's new remodeled west Wichita location. Enjoy an open house with music, drinks and appetizers and tour the bank.

When: Thursday, Nov. 21
Where: 7137 W. Central
Time: 4 - 7 p.m. (Ribbon Cutting at 4:30 p.m.)
OCTOBER RENEWALS
EmberHope Youthville
Jenny Dawn Cellars
Just Text It
Morrow & Co. LLC, CPA
Pioneer Balloon Company
Raise My Head Foundation
Transworld Business Advisors of Wichita
Union State Bank
USD 259
Via Christi Health
Wichita Area Business Association
NEW MEMBER
Dementia Specialist
Contact: Kathy Adkins, RN
kadkins3@cox.net
316-807-8293
UPCOMING COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Friday, Nov. 15
Thursday, Nov. 21
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UPCOMING WIBA MEMBER EVENTS
  • Stepping Stones - Open House - Ideal Feet - Nov. 13
  • An Event of Epic Proportions - Rotary Club of Wichita - Nov. 18
  • BETA @ Butler – Excel 2016 Part 1 - Nov. 19
  • Taming the Contact Chaos - Dawn Monroe Training - Nov. 23
  • IAAP Nashville: “Excelling at Excel” - Dawn Monroe Training - Dec. 3

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