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1 thecolumbuspage.com 753 33rd Avenue Columbus, Nebraska (402) 564-2769 Issue 396 | December 2017 The Chamber Thanks Our Diamond Level Members: Follow Us! @ColNEChamber Spend Local, Support Local Use Columbus Bucks This Holiday Season Merry Christmas from all of us in the Chamber office! Ready or not, the holidays are upon us, and you know what that means... shopping! As always, the Chamber is doing our part to help promote local shopping and boost our economy. One of the main tangible ways we do that is by selling Columbus Bucks. What are Columbus Bucks? Columbus Bucks work like cash for shoppers and are available in $10 increments. All Chamber members can accept Columbus Bucks and simply deposit them like a check at any local bank. Columbus Bucks make great Christmas Gifts! Stop in to the Chamber during business hours to purchase yours. Columbus Holiday Giveaway $66,000 in Columbus Bucks went out the door and into the local business community during the annual Columbus Holiday Giveaway on Small Business Saturday. These corporate sponsors provided additional “Bonus Bucks” for the Giveaway: Great Plains State Bank, Great Western Bank, Pinnacle Bank, First National Bank, Cornerstone Bank, Bank of the Valley, and Pinnacle Bank. The following businesses helped provide “Bonus Bucks,” as well as a 10% discount: Barbara Jeans, Doozy’s, Eakes Office Solutions, Imagine That, Lavendar Thyme, Red Apple Farmer’s Market, Tooley Drug & Home Care, Treasures, and Urban Farm Boutique. Other sponsors include Alternative Hearing, Charlotte Worley Real Estate, Columbus Bank & Trust, Columbus Tire & Service Center, Dynamic Life Therapy & Wellness, Greiner’s Beds, Bedrooms & Flooring, HOME Real Estate, Hometown Insurance Agency, Kay’s Place for Message Therapy, Ma’am Marketing, TC Home Furnishings, and Sears Hometown Store. Holiday Loan Program Through the Holiday Loan program at Columbus Bank, you may be able to borrow $500-$5,000 in Columbus Bucks for up to two years. Contact Tim Tarnick at Columbus Bank (564- 1234) for details.
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thecolumbuspage.com753 33rd Avenue
Columbus, Nebraska(402) 564-2769Issue 396 | December 2017
The Chamber Thanks Our Diamond Level Members: Follow Us!
@ColNEChamber
Spend Local, Support LocalUse Columbus Bucks This Holiday Season
Merry Christmas from all of us in the Chamber office!
Ready or not, the holidays are upon us, and you know what that means...shopping!
As always, the Chamber is doing our part to help promote local shopping and boost our economy. One of the main tangible ways we do that is by selling Columbus Bucks.
What are Columbus Bucks?Columbus Bucks work like cash for shoppers and are available in $10 increments. All Chamber members can accept Columbus Bucks and simply deposit them like a check at any local bank.
Columbus Bucks make great Christmas Gifts! Stop in to the Chamber during business hours to purchase yours.
Columbus Holiday Giveaway$66,000 in Columbus Bucks went
out the door and into the local business community during the annual Columbus Holiday Giveaway on Small Business Saturday.
These corporate sponsors provided additional “Bonus Bucks” for the Giveaway: Great Plains State Bank, Great Western Bank, Pinnacle Bank, First National Bank, Cornerstone Bank, Bank of the Valley, and Pinnacle Bank.
The following businesses helped provide “Bonus Bucks,” as well as a 10% discount: Barbara Jeans, Doozy’s, Eakes Office Solutions, Imagine That, Lavendar Thyme, Red Apple Farmer’s
Market, Tooley Drug & Home Care, Treasures, and Urban Farm Boutique.
Other sponsors include Alternative Hearing, Charlotte Worley Real Estate, Columbus Bank & Trust, Columbus Tire & Service Center, Dynamic Life Therapy & Wellness, Greiner’s Beds, Bedrooms & Flooring, HOME Real Estate, Hometown Insurance Agency, Kay’s Place for Message Therapy, Ma’am Marketing, TC Home Furnishings, and Sears Hometown Store. Holiday Loan ProgramThrough the Holiday Loan program at Columbus Bank, you may be able to borrow $500-$5,000 in Columbus Bucks for up to two years. Contact Tim Tarnick at Columbus Bank (564-1234) for details.
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2017-2018Board of DirectorsSteve Line, Chairman of
the BoardDennis Grennan, Chair-
ElectVanessa Oceguera,
Promotions Division Chair
Lisa Kaslon, Community Development Division Chair
Chris Langan, Business Development Division Chair
Kurt Shevlin, TreasurerBill Flint, Past ChairRuss FreemanBen HellbuschChad VanCleaveSharee JedlickaKen CurryDr. Randy HinzeDr. Luke LemkeSarah Pillen
Ex-Officio MembersMayor Jim Bulkley, City of
ColumbusJerry Engdahl, Platte
County SupervisorJessica Kuehler,
CommodoresBernie Hansen, NE Dept.
of Labor
Our Mission:Enhancing the economic well-being and quality of life in the Columbus Area.
Dues include $2 per year subscription for your Catalyst.
Kara Asmus K.C. Belitz Bonnie EsslingerSandie FischerDeb LosekeSharyle Sands
Workforce CoordinatorPresidentOffice ManagerEvents Planner, Entrepreneur/Membership DeveloperConvention & Visitors Bureau DirectorVice President
Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce Staff
Santa has arrived at his house in Frankfort Square on the corner of 27th Avenue & 13th Street, and will be available to visit with all the good little boys and girls:
Thursdays 5-7pmSaturdays 12-4pm
Sundays 1-5pm
Thursday, December 21st will be Santa’s last day in his house for this Christmas Season.
Santa Has Arrived
Lakeview Future Problem SolversThe Chamber of Commerce Workforce Development arm and Lakeview High School launched a pilot career education program this month.
The students met with several business leaders to hear about real-life challenges they cannot solve in their workplaces. Businesses involved were: Cornhusker Public Power, Pinnacle Bank, ADM, and BMC Transportation from Behlen Mfg. Co.
The students witnessed the problem first-hand, learned about various contributing factors, brainstormed ideas, and then presented their solutions to the business leaders.
The program is designed to
expose students to careers in our community, pique their interest in those careers, help them build a network with business people in the workplace, and to potentially solve some difficult challenges employers face by giving them a fresh perspective and a potential solution. We hope this program will help retain and train young people to meet our future workforce needs.
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Leaders Recognized at Annual Banquet
The Columbus Area Business Hall of Fame this year inducted its 12th class of honorees: Marie Froemel, Bob Loshbaugh, and Charles Wurdeman. Congratulations to these families on their selection! They will be permanently remembered in the Hall of Fame display in Frankfort Square.
The Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce also presented its annual awards: Ernst Auto Center/Ernst Toyota presented the 2017 Ovation Award to Lisa Kaslon as the outstanding business or professional woman.
The 2017 Archway Award for outstanding business or professional man was presented to Michael Hansen by Columbus Tire & Service Center.
The Charles Farnham Volunteer of the Year for 2017 is Doug Moore, presented by First Nebraska Bank.
Congratulations to all! Your leadership will serve as an example for others for generations to come.
Thank you to our event sponsor: BankFirst. Your generous support for this event shows how much you care about our communities past, present, and future.
Congratulations To This Year’s Winners and Inductees!
Loshbaugh Family
Wurdeman Family
Steve Line, Lisa Kaslon, and Abbi Hellbusch
Bob Stachura, Mike Hansen, and Steve Line
Steve Line, Doug Moore, Hollie Olk, and Lynda Lemp
The Streetscaping Committee recognizes Chamber members who have improved the look of their property. Recently this group of Chamber volunteers presented 1st Impression Awards to
the businesses pictured. Make sure to thank these businesses for their efforts in bettering our community.
Columbus Motor Company- Dave Whalen and his Team, and the Streetscaping Committee
Anytime Fitness- Brian Kieborz, Sam Heineman, Mahala Eger, Darin Whitmer, and the Streetscaping Committee
Hometown Insurance Agency- Steve Barnes, Sara Kralik, Tonia Houdesheldt, Kathy Miller, and the Streetscaping Committee
Boulevard Lanes- Nicole Saalfeld and the Streetscaping Committee
Kubler Managment Inc.
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2017 Holiday Basketball Tournament December 28-29 at Scotus Central Catholic
Thursday, Dec. 28Varsity: 1:00 p.m. - Lakeview v. Schuyler girls 2:45 p.m. – Lakeview v. Schuyler boys6:00 p.m. – Scotus v. Twin River girls7:45 p.m. – Scotus v. Twin River boys
Junior Varsity: 1:00 p.m. - Lakeview v. Schuyler boys 2:45 p.m. – Lakeview v. Schuyler girls 6:00 p.m. – Scotus v. Twin River boys7:45 p.m. – Scotus v. Twin River girls
Friday, Dec. 29Varsity: 1:00 p.m. - Girls Consolation Game2:45 p.m. - Boys Consolation Game6:00 p.m. - Girls Championship Game7:45 p.m. - Boys Championship Game
Junior Varsity: 1:00 p.m. - Boys Consolation Game2:45 p.m. - Girls Consolation Game6:00 p.m. - Boys Championship Game7:45 p.m. - Girls Championship Game
Making an Impression
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Drive For Five Year In ReviewTalent attraction and workforce development has continued to be a top priority this year. The purpose of the Drive for Five is to provide skilled employees to our supporting partners, filling more than 600 available jobs. We do this by recruiting skilled talent; providing educational programs to students; and offering training opportunities to our current employees, making them more effective and satisfied in their roles.
Here is a snapshot of the past eleven months of work.-On 21 recruiting trips, 1292 job seekers heard about the opportunities in Columbus.-389 resumes received and distributed to Drive for Five partners.-49 interns participated in 3 networking events.-53 visiting college students
toured local businesses.-Hosted a job fair that brought 200 job seekers, 25% of them from outside of Columbus.-320 students have been informed about STEM jobs by the Dream It. Do It. Dream Team.-246 students learned how to create a resume and interview for a job.-400 first graders learned about on-the-job equipment at Vehicle Day.-68 students learned to balance their household budget-82 professionals improved their skills-305 high school students toured our manufacturing businesses.-60 students learned to solve real-world problems -Thousands of Columbus alumni were encouraged to move back home.-Targeted marketing has been done in areas where large plants
are closing and workers have been displaced.-Dream Team members spread the word about the exciting careers in manufacturing.
To learn how you can become a supporter of these Drive for Five programs, contact Kara Asmus at [email protected].
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Urban Farm Boutique, Ribbon Cutting, Patti & Todd Stuthman and the Chamber Commodores
Small House of Cakes & More, New Member, Raul Arcos, Luz and Lesley Perez and the Chamber Commodores
IT Solutions, Commodore Pat Heimes, Rob & Gwen Sander and David Wurdeman
M.L. Smith Law Office, LLC, New Member, Morgan Eskra and Skipper Jessica Kuehler
Pathfinder Wealth Advisors – Robert Irby, Member Visit, Megan McHugh, Commodore Tonya Wemhoff and Robert Irby
November Commodore Calls
Would you like the Commodores to visit your business or organization?
Contact Sharyle Sands for information about lining up a visit at 564-2769 or
The Commodores are a volunteer group of the Chamber that help
welcome and celebrate our members!
WELCOME NEW MEMBERS!Urban Farm Boutique Patti Stuthman 3121 13 St.Columbus, NE 68601 (402) 276-2217
Antique/Gift Shop/Specialty Retail/Home decor Sponsor: Sandie Fischer
Valencia BoutiquePam Discoe andPaula O’Connell 2507 13th St.Columbus, NE 68601 (402) 276-0008
Clothing Sponsor: Sandie Fischer
Prairie Catalytic Timothy Aydt 3309 E. 8th St.Columbus, NE 68601(217) 358-2885 Manufacturers & Processors Sponsor: K.C. Belitz
Queen BeeKiara Ziemba 2522 13th St.Columbus, NE 68601(402) 606-4402 Beauty Salon/Barber/Tanning Sponsor: Sandie Fischer
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Advanced Consulting Engineering Services, John Zwingman
Aerni, Rich Apt Web Development, Inc., Derek Feagin AYSO Columbus, Katie Gassmann Blossoms Floral & Gifts, Renee Norris Buresh Catering & Bakery, Scott Buresh Capitol City Electric/Marley’s Electric,
Dan Fischer Cherry Creek Plaza, Jed Brunken Cimpl, John Columbus Area Future Fund, Rick Chochon Columbus Tarps, Inc., Nathan Schable
Commonwealth Electric Company, Jake Gable Country Mile Veterinary Services, John Claus Design Team, Joyce Thompson Dick & Dotte’s Property LLC, Rich Jablonski Edward Jones, Kurt Kuhlman El Pueblito Restaurant, Octavio Garcia Fastenal Co., Greg Trofholz Grubaugh Auction Service, Rick Grubaugh Horn T Zoo, Todd Laudenklos Jones Properties LLC, Gary Jones Kiwanis Club, Chuck Whitney KUSO, Mike FloodMidlands Claim Service, Leland Becher
National Safety Council, Nebraska, Susan Booth
Norton, MaryPawnee Bar, Ron Sedlak Paychex, Chris Barone Platte County Food Pantry, Jackson Moore Platte Valley Printing, Steve Hurt Prairie Village Retirement Center, Leslie Tenski S&S Homes, Inc., Scott Zegar Seasons Floral & Gifts, Kristi Lloyd ServiceMaster by Shevlin, Kurt Shevlin Siedlik Signs, Mike Siedlik Victor Outdoor Advertising, Lyle Boggs Wurdeman Home Improvement, Mark & Michelle Wurdeman
October Investments - Thank You!
Hospitality sponsors provide beverages for meetings held in the Chamber conference room
and also have a table to showcase their business!
If interested in being a hospitality sponsor contact Sandie Fischer at [email protected].
December Hospitality Sponsor
Monday, December 18, 5:00 - 6:30 PMHosted by Great Plains State Bank
and Samson Inc.at the Evans House, 2204 14th St
Hors d’oeuvres and beverages.All employees of ANY Chamber member
are invited to attend!
December Business After Hours
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December 2017 Calendar of Events
Feeling green? Simply contact our office if you ’d like to switch from the printed version of the Catalyst to the electronic version that can be e-mailed to you. Call us at 402-564-2769.
Columbus Area Chamber of Commerce753 33rd Ave.
Columbus, NE 68601-6427402.564.2769 Fax: 402.564.2026
PRSRT STDPOPAIDCOLUMBUS, NEPERMIT #500
1 Admirals Picket Fence Cafe 7:30 a.m.5 Business, Industry, and Education Chamber 7:00 a.m. 5 Commodore Call Renew You Message Therapy 10:00 a.m.6 Holiday Basketball Hy-Vee 7:00 a.m.7 Housing Chamber 10:00 a.m.7 Commodore Call Barbara Jeans 10:00 a.m.12 Finance Chamber 7:00 a.m.13 Entrepreneurship Chamber 9:00 a.m.14 Platte County Visitors Committee Chamber 8:00 a.m.14 Commodore Call Stealth Broadband 10:00 a.m.14 Ag Committee 2018 Weather Outlook Chamber 12:00 p.m.15 Red, White, Kaboom Meeting Chamber 3:00 p.m. 18 Engaging Diversity Chamber 10:00 a.m.18 Board of Directors Chamber 12:00 p.m.18 Branding Chamber 1:30 p.m.18 Business After Hours w/ Samson Inc & Great Plains State Bank Evans House 5:00 p.m.19 Something Good On The Go - Holiday Open House Annette Alt State Farm Insurance Agency 5-8:00 p.m.20 Transportation Ramada 12:00 p.m.25 CHAMBER CLOSED - CHRISTMAS28 & 29 Holiday Basketball Scotus Central Catholic 1:00 p.m.Jan. 1 CHAMBER CLOSED - NEW YEARS
