By Martin Sansom, on May 16th, 2012
 Don’t forget, our Social Hour for May is tomorrow (Thursday) night at Old Chicago on Independence. Don’t know about you, but I’m already anticipating those Sicilian pepperoni rolls. Yum!! Remember, everyone is invited (friends, family, neighbors, co-workers, yadda yadda), so come out and have a good time!
The address: 2040 E. Independence Rd.
The time: 4:30pm (though you may start early by attending the Business Support Power Team meeting at 3:30pm)
The website: www.oldchicago.com/springfield
Or you may download the menu (PDF) directly from here: Old Chicago Springfield Menu
Questions? Call Martin Sansom, our Marketing Coordinator pro-tem, at 417.496-9905.
By Martin Sansom, on May 9th, 2012
Coming up in one week, Express Employment Professionals will present the Refresh Leadership Live Simulcast. Details:
When: Wednesday, May 16th, 7:30am – 12:00pm
Where: University Plaza Hotel, John Q Room, 333 S. John Q Hammons Parkway, Springfield MO
Cost: $40 individual, $30 each for 3 or more from 1 company — Continental breakfast will be provided
How: RSVP by May 15th at www.refreshleadership.com/live
Express Pros will donate $5 per registration to support the Children’s Miracle Network. For additional details and up-to-the-minute news, visit the Refresh Leadership Facebook page, or contact BPN member Debra Dickinson of Express Employment Professionals.
By Martin Sansom, on May 8th, 2012
 Business Power Network members are not only quality business-folk, many members of our chapter are heavily involved with local charities as well, and as usual, this summer will be full of charitable events. Take a moment to read through what’s coming up, and consider donating or helping out with one (or more) of them. Thank you!
So many events are going on right now that I’ve already missed two of them: the March of Dimes “March For Babies” (supported by BPN member Josh Jones of Linda’s Flowers) and the Alzheimer’s Association Wine Auction & Gala (sponsored by, and with artwork designed by BPN member Chris Jarratt of Revel Advertising). Both great causes; sorry I did not get the notice out here in time! Be sure to get them on your calendar for next year, or follow the links for more information.
 The Lost & Found Grief Center of the Ozarks will be holding their 3rd Annual Memorial Balloon Release on Thursday, May 24th at Jordan Valley Park. This year they have added an evening 5K Run/Walk to the event. To donate or help out with this cause, contact BPN member Lisa Cox of Silpada Designs. You can also keep up with current Lost & Found happenings by visiting their Facebook page.
No BPN members in this next event, but BNI member Amanda Brown of 417 Pet Sitting, and my good friend, Christy Snelling, are both on the Board of Directors for SAAF, the Springfield Animal Advocacy Foundation. The event is the Annual Big Hair Ball, and is coming up quickly this Friday, May 11th, at Historic Firehouse No. 2 on Commercial Street in Springfield. To attend, donate, or otherwise help out, see the Facebook event page.
 Of course we couldn’t have a post about charity without mentioning the American Cancer Society’s Annual Cattle Baron’s Ball, to be held on August 18th at the Darr Agricultural Center, as so many of our members are involved in this event. In conjunction with the Ball, for the first time this year, the ACS will hold a “Shave To Save” event at the Ramada Oasis Convention Center on July 26th. BPN member Cary Prater of Ollis & Co. has volunteered to be a ”shavee” for this cause (!), so to help out Cary and the ACS, you may donate online here. Cary needs to reach $1,000.00, so don’t let him (or us) down! Look for more about the Cattle Baron’s Ball in future posts.
We’ll close today by mentioning that our own “pet charity”, Safe Harbor Outreach, founded by BPN member Karen Monnier and her husband Mike of The Sugar Baker, has officially submitted its 501c(3) application to the IRS and should soon become a fully accredited charity. We are all so proud of the work Karen and Mike are doing with this charity, and happy to be continuously contributing! For more information or to help out, follow the link above, or order some sweets from The Sugar Baker!
By Martin Sansom, on April 26th, 2012
Chapter President Chris Jarratt mugs it up for the camera as he inducts two MORE members into our BNI chapter. At Business Power Network, we like to keep things light-hearted, but we take our networking very seriously; as one visitor said at this week’s meeting: “This chapter is on fire! I was told this was THE chapter to visit, and I’m glad I did.” (Guess what? She’s joining, too!)
On the right is Rod Triplett of Murphy Business & Financial. Rod is actually a returning alumni of our chapter, and we’re glad to have him back. In the middle is Wes Garrett of Shelter Insurance, also a BNI veteran from years past. Let’s get these two guys on our 1-2-1 schedules so we can start referring some quality business their way!
Welcome to BPN, fellas!
By Martin Sansom, on April 23rd, 2012
By Martin Sansom, on April 19th, 2012
Well, it’s the moment we’ve all been waiting for! Or at least Gary has. April’s Social Hour has arrived! Tonight at 4:30pm, at Houlihan’s South — come out and enjoy some good eats and drinks, and remember, everyone is welcome!
Oh, and here’s a riddle for ya:
If April showers bring May flowers, what do May flowers bring?
To find out the answer, show up tonight!
The address: 2110 E. Republic Rd.
The time: 4:30pm (though you may start early by attending the Business Support Power Team meeting at 3:30pm)
The website: www.houlihans.com
Questions? Call Martin Sansom, our Marketing Coordinator pro-tem, at 417.496-9905.
By Martin Sansom, on April 13th, 2012
Our newest member, Josh Jones of Linda’s Flowers, being inducted into Business Power Network on Tuesday by Chapter President Chris Jarratt. It’s obvious that Josh is going to fit right in to the relaxed attitude of our chapter, lol. Or, to quote Chris Penn, “Hey, it’s casual!”
Everyone needs to get Josh on their 1-2-1 schedule as soon as possible so we can all learn how to more effectively refer business to him. Or stop by Linda’s Flowers at Battlefield and Fort to see their tremendous selection of fresh flowers, plants and gifts. You can learn more (or order online) at www.theflowerweb.com.
Welcome to BPN, Josh!
By Martin Sansom, on April 12th, 2012
 Business Power Network Vice-President Brian Wilmsmeyer posing with the original lightning bolt — still going strong in 2012! Four and a half million in closed business in the last six months alone, and closing in fast on that “party line” (exceeding last year’s total).
We are in full-on growth mode right now, having added four new members in the last few weeks, and two more on the way! We are always looking to add qualified businesses to our chapter. Don’t you want to be a part of this?
If so, contact our Visitor Host Nikki Diederich today at (417) 693-2547, or you can fill out a (very) brief contact form here. We look forward to meeting you soon!
By Martin Sansom, on April 10th, 2012
Tuesday April 17, 2012
3:00pm
Holmes & Griffeth, Inc.
Economic Update with Brian Standage
Join us for a discussion of the current conditions affecting our economy.
In person at:
The Executive Conference Center
910 W. Battlefield
Springfield, MO 65807
*Call for reservations
or
Login Online:
Reserve your Webinar seat now at:
https://www2.gotomeeting.com/register/909517874
*Be sure to download the software, via this link, prior to the meeting.
After registering you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the Webinar.
System Requirements
PC-based attendees
Required: Windows® 7, Vista, XP or 2003 Server
Macintosh®-based attendees
Required: Mac OS® X 10.5 or newer
By Martin Sansom, on March 27th, 2012
The overwhelmingly attractive Andy Flint educationalizing us on why he ALWAYS says ‘Yes!’ to your construction needs (even when his wife thinks he should have said ‘no’).
Turns out he knows a lot of people! And if he can’t get your project done the way you want it, in the time you want it done in, he will find someone that he knows is reliable to get it done for you. (Sounds much like BNI, yes?)
But the best part is: Andy’s years in the construction biz, particularly dealing with restaurants, have helped him get a handle on what and where to buy almost anything you need for your project at the best value for your money. And that’s a direct savings to the bottom line for anyone’s project.
Click the pic to check out Andy’s profile here on BPN, or visit his website at www.haconstructiondesign.com. You’ll be glad you did!
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