YOUR CHAMBER THIS WEEK

Chamber Salutes Top 35 Under 35 Award Recipients

The Chamber proudly recognized this year's Top 35 Under 35 honorees during an April 25 award ceremony, sponsored by Babcock Real Estate. Congratulations to all of our honorees. The Grand Island business community recognizes and appreciates your many talents and contributions.

Small Business Week Is Here!

The Grand Island Chamber is celebrating National Small Business Week, April 28-May 4. The Chamber is reminding area residents about the critical role small businesses play in the state and regional economy. See the Chamber's press release and this guest editorial by Chamber Chairman Justin Pfenning of Dramco Tool Co.

To encourage small business growth, the Chamber and the Central Community College Entrepreneurship Center have published a 10-step checklist for starting a small business. For hands-on small business guidance, the Entrepreneurship Center offers a range of services and resources, including business planning and coaching.

The Chamber is also promoting several other resource partners, including the Nebraska Business Development Center to help small businesses succeed.

Member Resource: Grand Island's Business Incentives

To ensure members are fully informed regarding Grand Island's incentives and other financial resources for businesses, the Chamber has created a new resource for its partners. Chamber partners that are interested in expanding, adding new facilities, or improving their sites should check out this list.

GI Retail Sales: Comparison of January 2023 and 2024

'Coffee Connections' Kicks Off on May 15

Upcoming Chamber Events

Upcoming Partner Events

May 1

Pirnie Inclusive Playground Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

May 2, 9

Survivorship 101: Cancer Rehab Program

May 2

2024 Go Big GIVE

May 2

Peace Lutheran Concert of Prayer

May 9

Mosaic - Discover the Possibilities Lunch and Tour

May 11

Hideout Mother's Day Event

Adventure Enterprises

We Have Passenger Van Rentals for Every Occasion!

From family reunions and wedding parties to corporate conferences and weekend excursions – our rental vans are ready for your next adventure!

Reserve Your Van Today!



Call us at (308) 218-3435 for a free quote or inquire online: https://adventurerentavan.com/grand-island-van-rentals/

Bruning Bank

Grow Your Savings!

While you're busy helping your flowers and garden grow, let us help you grow your savings! Visit us or give us a call to take advantage of this great savings opportunity!

We are currently offering: 5-month CD at 5.15% APY*, 10-month CD at 4.84% APY*, and 18-month CD at 4.32% APY*.

Call us at 308-314-2880 or visit us at 3032 West Stolley Park Road, Suite B, Grand Island, NE 68801 today! Or visit our website at https://www.bruningbank.com/personal/rates for more information!

The Annual Percentage Yield is effective as of April 26, 2024. $10,000.00 minimum balance to open. Penalty for early withdrawal.

*Annual Percentage Yield

Bruning Bank. Member FDIC.

Elevate Growth Leadership Coaching

Business Owners: Elevate Your Business with a Free Strategy Sprint Workshop!

The Strategy Sprint Workshop is a no-cost, low-friction way for your team to make tangible progress in 90 days.

The personalized workshop for your leadership team is 60-90 minutes. 

Gain valuable insights and create a customized action plan for the next 90 days to propel your business forward. Whether you're looking to boost sales, streamline operations, or enhance your marketing strategy, the Strategy Sprint Workshop is tailored to meet your unique needs.

Ready to elevate your business to the next level? Learn more about the Strategy Sprint workshop and book your intro call on Tracy’s website. Or, feel free to shoot Tracy an email at tracy@elevategrowth.com.

Blauhorn Law

Injured in a Car Accident?

Call Us Today!

If you or a loved one has been injured or killed in a car accident by a negligent driver, schedule your free consultation with us today. Blauhorn Law works on a contingency fee, meaning that you don’t have to pay anything out of pocket for a lawyer, rather we receive a percentage of the settlement amount when we win the case. Insurance companies will contact you and give you a lowball offer, don’t settle for less than you are entitled to under the law. Studies show that those who hire an attorney receive four times as much in compensation than those who handle it on their own. Give us a call at 402-215-3025 or email rene@blauhornlaw.com.

Kitchen Tune-Up

Spring Drawer Upgrade Event

Save Up to $1,000

Add roll-out trays and other accessories to help organize your kitchen and improve ease of use. Take advantage of our Drawer Upgrade Event and save as much as $1,000!

Contact us at 402-366-9765 today!

Cutting Edge Cleaning Service

Cleaning Done Right Every Time!

Check out our company website! Our website will show you all the services we offer and more! Request an estimate today!

Don't forget to check out our new video on the website to hear about our company.

Central Community College

Train for a Career in Plastic Injection Molding

What do a cell phone, toothbrush, medical syringe, and a cup all have in common? They are all made of plastic. Plastics are essential components in our modern life. Central Community College in Columbus, Nebraska offers a 12-credit certificate in Plastics Engineering Technology, focusing on injection molding.

If you are looking for an opportunity to kick-start your life, think plastic! Apply to be part of this program today. To register, contact Melissa Wortmann at melissawortmann@cccneb.edu or (402) 562-1409.

At the CCC plastics lab, you will:

• Learn “scientific” molding from qualified plastics instructors

• Get hours of hands-on training in a state-of-the-art plastics lab

• Train for high-demand, high paying jobs

• Connect with potential employers from the molding industry

• Earn a certificate that can be laddered into a diploma or degree program

For more information, please visit: http://catalog.cccneb.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=48&poid=17197&returnto=4824. 

Plastic Injection Molding Workshops

Join us for a series of intensive plastics training workshops. You will learn polymer science, plastic processing, machine operation, and much more. These workshops will prepare you to enter many high-paying jobs in the plastics industry or help you advance in your current career. You’ll gain exposure to potential employers with great-paying job opportunities and receive hands-on and classroom training.

Location & Cost: 

Central Community College Columbus - North Education Building

Room: 973

8 a.m.—5 p.m.

Trainer: Craig Potthast and Karl Anderson

Certified RJG Trainers

For more information, please visit https://www.cccneb.edu/moldingworkshops.

Bellevue University

Earn Your Management Degree from Bellevue University

Did you know you can transfer your ENTIRE associate's degree to Bellevue University? Earn your bachelor's degree in less time when you don't have to repeat classes! Check out these great degrees to enhance your career!

Bachelors Degrees

Management: https://www.bellevue.edu/degrees/bachelor/management-bs/ 

Project Management: https://www.bellevue.edu/degrees/bachelor/project-management-bs/

Management of Human Resources: https://www.bellevue.edu/degrees/bachelor/management-human-resources-bs/

Sport Management: https://www.bellevue.edu/degrees/bachelor/sport-management-bs/

Ready to move forward? Contact me today!

Curt Vodehnal

Relationship Manager

cvodehnal@bellevue.edu

308-381-8988

American Fence Company

Custom Cedar Wood Fence Panels Special

Look at these beautiful custom fence panels. They are 8 feet across by 6 feet tall. They are made with cedar pickets and 2x4 fir rails. They run $75.00 per panel, and our quality and price beats the local big box stores. Pre-order yours today and we can even store them until spring if you need us to. Call our Grand Island location today at 308-395-0793 ext. 435 and ask for Nate.

CHI Health St. Francis

Survivorship 101: Cancer Rehab Program

CHI Health's free cancer rehabilitation program helps survivors regain their physical, emotional, and spiritual health after treatment. 

Cancer Survivorship 101, facilitated by specially-trained nurses and mental health practitioners, is a 9-week holistic program starting in March at Good Samaritan and St. Francis. Weekly sessions offer practical guidance for the next steps after treatment, including research-based advice on topics like nutrition, exercise, coping skills, and healing. The small, supportive group setting provides opportunities to ask questions and share insights.

Evidence shows that Cancer Survivorship 101 reduces depression and anxiety, while increasing hope, resilience, quality of life, and happiness.