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Chamber Awards

Ambassador of the Year

The Ambassador of the Year Award is given for active participation in many aspects of the Chamber, including committee participation and leadership; event and community support; and overall “Ambassador” for the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce.

2022 Awardee – Paul Ridgeway, R&R Catering

Chamber Star Award

The Chamber Star Award was developed to recognize a Chamber volunteer that shines with extraordinary measures of service and commitment to the Shawnee Chamber of Commerce. This award was established in 2007.

2022 Awardee – Patrick Moltane, Keller Williams

Citizen of the Year

Annual nominations for this award are submitted from the Chamber membership and voted on by a representation of the past award winners. The individual need not be a Chamber member, but should be someone who has worked hard to make Shawnee a better place to live, work and grow.

2022 Awardee – Kevin Fern, Visit Shawnee

The Curse of Perfectionism: Why It Hinders Workplace Productivity 

Perfectionism can be a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can push individuals to strive for excellence and achieve great things. However, in a workplace setting, perfectionism can be the enemy of productivity. Employees who focus too much on making things perfect can waste time and miss deadlines, negatively impacting the operations of a business.…

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The Power of ‘I Don’t Know’: Embracing Uncertainty as a Leader 

In any organization, there will always be times when the leaders don’t have the answers. However, rather than admitting they don’t know something, some leaders will instead try to disguise their lack of knowledge with jargon and buzzwords. Pretending to know everything can quickly undermine your credibility as a leader when your lack of knowledge…

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7 Powerful Strategies for Aligning Your Team with Your Vision and Values

Workplace personalities can be broken down into four distinct types of workers. Understanding the different types of workers and what motivates them can lead to greater job satisfaction and a better fit between employer and employee.

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Q1 2024 Board Chair’s Letter

Happy New Year!  My name is Kristen Shelley-Chapin and I am honored and humbled to have been selected to serve as your Board Chair for 2024.  One of my goals for this year is to ensure that all Chamber members realize the full impact of their Chamber membership.  And I’ll need your help to meet…

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Shawnee Tomorrow Leadership Announces its Class of 2024

The Shawnee Chamber team is excited to announce its 19 participants for the Shawnee Tomorrow Leadership Program’s Class of 2024. This program will provide ten sessions and a community project volunteering day to the participants as they embark on a process that will help each of them connect deeper to the Shawnee community and provide…

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Small Business Saturday in Shawnee

Chamber Member Directory In the heart of the Midwest, nestled within the charming city of Shawnee, Kansas, Small Business Saturday takes on a special significance. This annual event, occurring on the first Saturday after Thanksgiving, serves as a rallying call for residents to explore and support the diverse array of local businesses that define the…

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Achieve Big Things When You Think Small

Workplace personalities can be broken down into four distinct types of workers. Understanding the different types of workers and what motivates them can lead to greater job satisfaction and a better fit between employer and employee.

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Why Understanding Workplace Personality Boosts Company Culture 

Workplace personalities can be broken down into four distinct types of workers. Understanding the different types of workers and what motivates them can lead to greater job satisfaction and a better fit between employer and employee.

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Do personal stories help or hurt your business? 

SUMMARY Telling personal stories is an effective way to engage customers and humanize your brand. Make sure the story relates to your company’s values or mission. Use HubSpot’s guide to business storytelling as a resource when crafting stories. Personal stories do not have to be about you-they can be about your customers too. When done…

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Why Serving Your Community Can Grow Your Business

SUMMARY • Engaging in community service builds a positive reputation, encourages staff retention and loyalty, and amplifies core values. • Serving your community may help you hire and retain employees who are a better culture fit-younger generations of jobseekers want to find fulfillment in their work. • When picking partners for community engagement, choose those…

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