SAVE THE DATE: Senior Adult Expo Sponsored by SSM Health St. Anthony Shawnee

Jeremy DavidsonEvents, Senior Adult Expo

SSM Health Shawnee and Shawnee Forward are proud to announce the Senior Adult Expo at the Shawnee Mall on Thursday, April 23rd from 8:00am to 11:00pm. We will have vendors and booths on site addressing a host of issues for senior adults. We will have special keynote presentation from Eunice Khoury from KTOK and the Well Preserved Advisory Group. If …

Tis the Time of Year to Update the Data

Jeremy DavidsonEconomic Development, Monday Memo

There is an old saying that rust never sleeps.  And the same can be said of data, as it is always changing and if you’re in the business of facts, like we are, that data always needs to be reviewed, updated and modified in some manner to be as relevant and factual as possible. In our world of economic development, …

A Bigger Perspective

Jeremy DavidsonEconomic Development, Monday Memo

Just in case you thought we were simply all about dollars and cents and growing the economy, (truth be known that is REALLY what we are all about), we wanted you to know that we are more than a one trick pony. Over the last 30 days, in the midst of everything else going on in our crazy and busy …

Good News and Bad News

Jeremy DavidsonEconomic Development, Monday Memo

Over the past 60 to 90 days we have had a lot of requests from individuals or businesses that are looking for a building to place their business in.  Those who are seeking a location have businesses ventures that range from a saddle and leather shop, an auction house, a resale location for a variety of items, a clothing re-seller, …

NEW MEMBER DISCOUNT: Collision Works of Shawnee

Jeremy DavidsonMember News, Member to Member Discount

We are excited to announce that Collision Works of Shawnee has joined the 2020 Member to Member Discount Program. Collision Work will be offering a 5% discount off any repair service; no other coupons apply when using this offer. This is a great deal that can result in a significant savings on your next repair or service. Visit https://shawneeforward.com/memberdeals to …

Be Woke

Jeremy DavidsonEconomic Development, Monday Memo

Every month there are 25 to 35 people, from all different walks of life,  who gather early on a workday morning, at a different business location in Shawnee to learn more about the business they are visiting, its ownership, what they offer or do, and much, MUCH more. While your initial thought might be why are they doing this, what …

We Knew You Were Going to Ask

Jeremy DavidsonEconomic Development, Monday Memo

Predictably someone will ask, “Sure you were busy, but what did you get done?”  Great question and one that is asked almost on a daily basis in this profession.   There is another common denominator in the business of economic development and that is it requires patience. Patience is a virtue that is in short supply these days, with everyone …

That Which Gets Measured Gets Done

Jeremy DavidsonEconomic Development, Monday Memo

That title seems to be consistent part of the economic developers’ creed, and in this profession, something is ALWAYS being measured.  For those who don’t measure themselves, placing all of your hard work and activities in the I DON’T KNOW file, is not a wise choice when it comes to longevity in employment.  This past week as part of a …

Tribal Forum at Gordon Cooper Technology Center

Jeremy DavidsonEvents, Tribal Forum

Our “State of Series” continues in 2020 with our first Tribal Forum on Friday, March 6th at 11:30am at Gordon Cooper Technology Center. This will be a presentation luncheon and tickets can be purchased for $12.50 at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/88171155299. Join us to learn more about economic and community developments undertaken by local tribal governments. Register for this event at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/88171155299.