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ADVANTAGE JUNE 2025 We Are Gearing up for We Are Gearing up for Dodge City Days!
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WHO WE ARE
Chairman-Josh Guthrie, Guthrie Floorcovering Vice Chair –John Bogner, Dodge City Days Chairman Past Chairman – Matt Morrison, Oread RX Secretary - Michelle Salinas, RE/MAX Villa Chris Ragland, United Wireless Arena managed by Venue Works Alicia Edwards , Arrowhead West & Helen’s Gifts, BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The mission of the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce is to enhance the business climate and improve the quality of life in Dodge City and the surrounding area for our members. OUR VISION Building a vibrant and prosperous community through business leadership, enrichment programs, and membership services. OPERATIONAL VALUES Educate – Business owners and managers to operate successful businesses that reinvest in our community. Facilitate – The leadership development for future leaders of our community. Advocate – For initiatives and issues that will improve our community. Celebrate – Our successes and heritage that promote a quality of life in our community. OUR GOALS Membership Services – Educate Chamber members and Dodge City community members about the Chamber’s mission, vision, values and purpose. Multicultural Business Engagement – Increase multicultural business owner and leader engagement in Chamber programs, events, volunteer opportunities and in civic roles throughout the community.
Outdoors & Pawn Sarah Gunkel, Davis & McCann, P.A. Brad Herter, Western State Bank Clinton Conant, Red Beard Coffee Chris Robinson, Mariah Hills Golf Course Silver Ruiz, Truck Center Companies Mary Trent, Fee Insurance Group Mario Rayo, Landmark National Bank Brianna Wissman, Diamond Roofing Dr. Tanya Williams, InnovateMed
Dodge City Days – Define opportunities, revenue enhancements, and long- term priorities in support of the Dodge City Days Festival.
EX OFFICIO MEMBERS
John Bogner, Dodge City Days Chairman Dr. Fred Dierksen, Unified School District #443 J.D. Gilbert, Ford County Joann Knight,
Legislative Committee – Identify business leaders that will drive positive dialogue on legislative issues impacting Dodge City with local, state, and federal officials. Operational Priorities – Collaborate with Dodge City/Ford County Economic Development Corporation in conducting community town halls to refresh the Dodge City/Ford County strategic plan.
Dodge City/Ford County Development Corporation Dr. Harold Nolte, Dodge City Community College Megan Welsh , Dodge City Convention and Visitors Bureau Nick Hernandez, City of Dodge City Karla Lees, President/CEO klees@dodgechamber.com Joni Wittman, Events & Marketing Director jwittman@dodgechamber.com CHAMBER STAFF
Workforce Development – Identify the workforce skills and needs desired by Dodge City businesses.
OFFICE INFORMATION Monday – Friday, 9AM – 5PM Office (620) 227-3119 | (620) 227-2957 (FAX) 101 E. Wyatt Earp | PO Box 939 Dodge City, KS 67801
www.dodgechamber.com www.facebook.com/dcacc e-mail: info@dogechamber.com
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GEARING UP FOR DODGE CITY DAYS Get your gear before the festivities begin!
As Dodge City prepares to celebrate one of the most anticipated events of the summer, the Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce invites you to gear up with official Dodge City Days merchandise—now available for pre-order! This year’s themed apparel and collectibles include high-quality T-shirts and the ever-popular lapel pins. Both items are available for pre-order, making it easy to outfit your team, family, or friends ahead of the celebration.
T-shirts come in a variety of adult and youth sizes, priced at $30 and $20 respectively. Available in blue or white, the shirts are perfect for showing your community spirit during Dodge City Days.
The collectible lapel pins, sponsored by Long’s Inc., are offered in bulk pricing tiers starting at $3.50 each, with deep discounts available for larger orders—down to $2.50 per pin for orders of 1,000 or more.
Deadline for bulk pin orders is July 18th.
Both order forms can be returned to the Chamber office or emailed to dcdays@dodgechamber.com.
Don't miss your chance to be part of the tradition—place your pre-orders today and help us kick off Dodge City Days in style!
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CHAMBER NEWS RECAP: CHAMBER AMBASSADOR GOLF TOURNAMENT AT DODGE CITY COUNTRY CLUB The Dodge City Area Chamber of Commerce held its annual Ambassador Golf Tournament on Friday, May 2nd at the Dodge City Country Club. It was a beautiful day on the course, filled with great weather, friendly competition, and community spirit. A heartfelt thank you goes out to all our sponsors and participating teams who made the event possible. Your continued support helps us grow our business community and create valuable connections throughout the year.
We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!
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B XQUISITE HAIR PARLOR DISCOUNT BINS DODGE CITY ATHLETIC'S BASEBALL ASSOCIATION LUCKY A’S FABRICATION AND WELDING PRATT GLASS ENTERPRISE, LLC SOUTHWEST BEHAVIORAL HEALTH SERVICES SUPERIOR FIRE EQUIPMENT LLC
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A Plus Window Cleaning (1 years) Ace Hardware - Pride Ag Resources (18 years) Astra Bank (3 years) Boot Hill Distillery (9 years) Bunkall Orthodontics (28 years) Butler National Corporation (17 years) Dale Carnegie - Kansas Heartland (1 years) Daylight Donuts (9 years) Dodge City Upholstery & Audio LLC. (3 years) DW Properties & Real Estate Management (5 years) Graphics FAST Signs & Designs/Dodge City Computer & Smart Phone Repair (10 years) Hilmar Cheese Company, Inc. (3 years) InnovateMed Direct Primary Care and Aesthetic Medicine (3 years) Invenergy Transmission (4 years) Kite Law Firm (6 years) Marquee Small Business Consulting (1 years) Miss Kitty's Cafe and Marcy's Roundup Cafe (1 years) Phillips Durable Medical Equipment (7 years) Pride Ag Resources (18 years) United Rentals (25 years) Western State Bank Expo Center (13 years)
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CHAMBER COFFEE FOR NATIONAL TOURISM WEEK HOSTED BY THE CVB 5/6
OPEN HOUSE AT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 5/8
RIBBON CUTTING AT ARROWHEAD FAMILY CHIROPRACTIC 5/16
RIBBON CUTTING FOR THE LACTATION BENCH IN WRIGHT PARK 5/22
MONTHLY BUSINESS BRUNCH 5/27
RIBBON CUTTING AT HAMPTON INN 5/29
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REAL ESTATE AUCTION SET FOR JUNE 29 IN DODGE CITY A public auction for 1510 W. Beeson Rd. in Dodge City will be held Sunday, June 29 at 2:00 PM. The property features a 2-bed, 1-bath home with sunroom, garage, carport, and a 40' x 75' insulated shop with RV hookups and a full bath. Situated on 52+/- acres, the site offers both comfort and functionality. Open Houses: June 8 | 1–2:30 PM June 12 | 4:30–6:30 PM June 15 | 2–3 PM Private showings: Call Mike Burkhart at 620-430-2000. Details at soldbyburkhart.com MEMBER NEWS
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