Our April 13 meeting will be a breakfast meeting, 7 a.m.-8:45 a.m. Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling.  We will welcome Kurt VeneKamp, Freedom Personal Development. Kurt is a real motivator so you won’t want to miss this breakfast!  You’ll also hear about some great Community Events and Updates. RSVPs are best done via our website at www.ewheatridge.com, however, if you’d like to mail a check/pay at the door, give us a call so we can add your name to the attendee list. Cost is $12/member and $15/guest.

By the way, we’re now at 194 Members – We’re getting even closer to that 200 mark. If you know of someone you think would benefit from all that Enterprise Wheat Ridge has to offer, let Loretta know. She’ll schedule time to meet with them and the credit will be Yours when they become a Member!

To register go to www.ewheatridge.com or mail a check to E WR, PO Box 1231, WR, 80034-1231 by April 9.

Punchcard users please email secretary@wheatridge.biz if you are coming.

April 16th BEST workshop: Management Skills for Leaders

Mark your calendars now for the April 16th workshop taught by Tom Ripp of Boatright and Ripp and Denise Waddell, FirstBank Wheat Ridge.  7:30-9:30 am, Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4001 Kipling St.  15.00 a person

To REGISTER for the event:   www.Jeffcobrc.org/BusinessEducation/BusinessEducation

Business Education Series Training (BEST) is a partnership of Jefferson County municipal and non-profit business specialists which provides high quality education seminars and training sessions to the region’s business community.  These sessions are relevant, diverse and affordable for the purpose of encouraging successful growth.

Eat Out and Help Fundraise for Wheat Ridge Backpack Feeding program

Does a family size pizza for dinner sound delicious? Well … take time this week (Mar. 21-27) to order one from Pietra’s Pizza, 9045 W. 44th Avenue, 303.421.4100. For every purchase of a Family Size Pizza, $4.00 will be donated to the Wheat Ridge Backpack Food Program. The money stays in Wheat Ridge and is used specifically for students at Pennington & Kullerstrand Elementary ~ please help us help the children!
More info  www.ewheatridge.com/pdfs/Backpack-Food-Program-Pietras.pdf
Dine in or carryout.   No other coupons apply with this offer.

Save time each month, purchase a Punchcard

Want to save time each month at registration?  Enterprise Wheat Ridge has a 5 breakfast punch card available for 60.00. Great if you want to bring a guest or come by yourself. Purchase on our website or at the door.  Each punch is good for one breakfast.  All you have to do is let us know by the Friday before the 2nd Tuesday each month if you will be attending and using your punchcard.  Good for breakfast meetings only (lunch meetings cost more).  Purchase yours today at www.ewheatridge.com or mail a check to E WR, PO Box 1231, Wheat Ridge, 80034-1231.

WR Bicycle & Pedestrian Meeting

City of Wheat Ridge and LiveWell Wheat Ridge are sponsoring a series of meetings on Bicycle and Pedestrian issues.  Please check the following link for more information.  www.ewheatridge.com/pdfs/Bicycle-and-Pedestrian-Meeting-Flyer-April-2010.pdf They want citizen input on the bicycle and pedestrian master plan.

Help Still Needed to Load Food for Wheat Ridge Elementary Students

We have several members helping with various fundraising efforts to boost the Backpack Feeding Program at Pennington.  We want it to be successful for the students so we can take the program to other schools in need as well.  If you or your business is interested in helping, please contact Glenda at Boatright and Ripp, 303-423-7131.   We are still seeking some volunteers to help deliver the food and always we are looking for $ or fundraisers.  Among others, Thank Em Promotions gave proceeds from their 15% Pay It Forward program on the 15th of February, what is your business doing to help?

Contact Information

For more info about Enterprise Wheat Ridge, visit www.ewheatridge.com or call 303-594-1520

Our April 13 meeting will be a breakfast meeting, 7 a.m.-8:45 a.m. Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling.  We will welcome Kurt VeneKamp, Freedom Personal Development. Kurt is a real motivator so you won’t want to miss this breakfast!  You’ll also hear about some great Community Events and Updates. RSVPs are best done via our website at www.ewheatridge.com, however, if you’d like to mail a check/pay at the door, give us a call so we can add your name to the attendee list. Cost is $12/member and $15/guest.

By the way, we’re now at 194 Members – We’re getting even closer to that 200 mark. If you know of someone you think would benefit from all that Enterprise Wheat Ridge has to offer, let Loretta know. She’ll schedule time to meet with them and the credit will be Yours when they become a Member!

To register go to www.ewheatridge.com or mail a check to E WR, PO Box 1231, WR, 80034-1231 by April 9.

Punchcard users please email secretary@wheatridge.biz if you are coming.

Only 2 days left until the BEST Business FAIRE You’ve got business questions, we’ve got answers!
Friday, March 12   8:00 am – 10 am
Apex Center (Randall Rm)
13150 W 72nd Ave Arvada, 80005
Cost:  FREE
Presented by the Arvada Chamber of Commerce   Info 303-424-0313
To REGISTER for the event:   www.Jeffcobrc.org/BusinessEducationg/BusinessEducation
Business Education Series Training (BEST) is a partnership of Jefferson County municipal and non-profit business specialists which provides high quality education seminars and training sessions to the region’s business community.  These sessions are relevant, diverse and affordable for the purpose of encouraging successful growth.

Exempla Lutheran Medical Center invites you to join us as a sponsor for Leaves of Hope, the third annual Run/Walk to benefit the Cancer Center at Exempla Lutheran Medical Center. Exempla Lutheran Medical Center Foundation hosts the event on Sunday, June 6 in conjunction with National Cancer Survivors Day activities. Lutheran Medical Center Foundation, a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, is the fundraising arm for the Cancer Center at Exempla Lutheran Medical Center. There are various levels of sponsorships and the major sponsorship deadline is March 30. If your business is interested in being a sponsor, please contact the Foundation at salzmanc@exempla.org or Carol Salzmann at 303-467-4801. Your support of Leaves of Hope benefits family, friends and co-workers experiencing cancer in our community.

Come hear what the State is doing to enhance the business community and encourage international business in Colorado

Tues. Feb 9

7:00 am – 8:45 am
Wheat Ridge Rec Center

$12 E WR members      $15 non members

To register click here or mail a check to E WR, PO Box 1231, WR, 80034-1231 by Feb 5th.

Punchcard users:  Please email secretary@wheatridge.biz if you are attending.  Include your name in the email.  Thanks.

Wheat Ridge Police Chief Dan Brennan spoke at our January 12th meeting about the backpack food program he is involved with to help feed low income students at Pennington Elementary. Each student/family who signs up to participate in the program will receive food to feed the family over the weekend.  The students in need are identified by school officials. The police department, Wheat Ridge Optimists, and Wheat Ridge Rotary are joining forces to bring this popular area program to Pennington students before launching it in the other 3 schools.  Food distribution is coordinated through the Arvada Food Bank and will be brought to the school on a weekly basis by volunteers from the community.  We are asking businesses to help in one of two ways:  donate money for the program or volunteer.  Several E WR members have already donated money or offered to volunteer.  If you would like to participate.  Please contact Loretta lorettadschwankl@comcast.net

“Generosity with our time, talents and treasures is a fantastic foundation to building a life that honors us, nurtures those dependent upon us and adds value to the communities we serve. And boy does it feel good. “  Mark MacIntosh, The Comeback Coach

Marketing, Marketing, Marketing

Would you like more business? Would you like to learn more about successful marketing in a changing world? We will present case studies that provide great ideas for getting the best return for your limited marketing dollars. Attendees will receive a list of marketing professionals offering their expertise at special rates (a combined $500 value).

The January BEST training topic is Marketing, Marketing, Marketing. Friday, January 29th, 7:30 – 9:00 am, Wheat Ridge Rec Center, 4005 Kipling St., Wheat Ridge, 80033, Cost: $15 Click here for more information:  For list of all 2010 BEST trainings, click here.  January workshop presented by Jefferson County Business Resource Center & Wheat Ridge 2020.  Information: 303-996-8976         Click here to register

Business Education Series Training (BEST) is a partnership of Jefferson County municipal and non-profit business specialists which provides high quality education seminars and training sessions to the region’s business community.  These sessions are relevant, diverse and affordable for the purpose of encouraging successful growth in a challenging business climate.

New and Renewing Enterprise Wheat Ridge members

Renewing members
Britta Fisher, Wheat Ridge 2020
Jeanne Oliver, Jefferson Center for Mental Health
Carol Salzmann, Exempla Lutheran Medical Center
Elvis Tippets, E H Tippets Co
Dave Ruchman, Dave Ruchman Attorney/Consulting
Margie Seyfer, Impact Presentations
Kristine Semantel, Johnson Dental
Kurt Renner, Citywide Banks
Torrey Cosgrove, Lakewood Plumbing
H&R Block
Jennifer Lile, Vectra Bank Colorado
Ryan Stachelski, Economic Development Specialist, City of Wheat Ridge
Randy Young, City Manager, City of Wheat  Ridge
Jerry DiTullio, Mayor, City of Wheat Ridge
Wanda Sang, WR City Council District 2
Karen Adams, WR City Council District 3
Mike Stites, WR City Council District 3
Tracy Langworthy, WR City Council District 4

Rejoining
Linda Kiser, Mountain Peak Hearing Assoc, Inc.
New Members
Ryan Fowler, Covalent IT
Joyce Jay, WR City Council District 2
Davis B. Reinhart, WR City Council District 1
Joe DeMott, WR City Council District 4
John Kamm, JOALTO Group, Ltd.
David Bush and Kerry Foreman, DVM, Lakeside Animal Hospital, P.C.
Kay Daniel, The Growing Company
Geri Sparks, Classy Chattels
Fire Chief Jon Greer, Arvada Fire Protection District

Save time each month, purchase a Punchcard

Want to save time each month at registration?  Enterprise Wheat Ridge has a 5 breakfast punch card available for 60.00. Great if you want to bring a guest or come by yourself. Purchase on our website or at the door.  Each punch is good for one breakfast.  All you have to do is let us know by the Friday before the 2nd Tuesday each month if you will be attending and using your punchcard.  Good for breakfast meetings only (lunch meetings cost more).  Purchase yours today at www.ewheatridge.com or mail a check to E WR, PO Box 1231, Wheat Ridge, 80034-1231.

Contact Information
For more info about Enterprise Wheat Ridge, visit www.ewheatridge.com or call 303-594-1520