MBA News

This year Project Wee Care's Operation and Distribution Center has been donated by Tom Wortmann of Inter-Tech Collision Centers, we will be located at 15555 Q Street in their newest location on the corner of 156th and Q Street.
A special THANK YOU to MBA Member Steffanie Stiles, Brad Poust and Tom Wortmann for their donation to Project Wee Care 2011. Visit their website at www.intertechcollision.com

The annual meeting and elections of officers is Tuesday, October 18th from 5-7 p.m. at Resort Lifestyle Communities—Walnut Grove at 4901 South 153rd Street.
We are seeking candidates to run for President-Elect, Vice President, Treasurer and Secretary. For the description of officers duties and the application click on the Article Title Link above.
If you can not make the meeting but would like your vote to count, Use the Proxy Form you will find at the link above.

The MBA is seeking bids for the management of the annual Gala

The MBA Board is currently seeking proposals from publishers for the production and distribution of our 2012 Directory. See the RFP for complete information. The due dates to bid are:

Written Confirmation of Vendors with Bid Intention 09/19/11
Proposal Due Date 10/03/11

Get tips on making the most of your MBA membership from our Membership Chairmen Kenny Engelmeyer and Ed Leistad.

Don't miss out on this great opportunity to golf with your fellow MBA Members and guests while supporting the Scholarship Program.
Can't Golf with us, not a problem, Purchase a Hole or Sand Trap Sponsorship or donate prizes to market your business.

Click on the link - Photos have been posted to SmugMug. The password is mbagala. Thank you to Tracy Havranek of Tracy Havranek Photography for the wonderful pictures.

Click on the link for the complete listing-winners are noted. Congratulations to All!

If you missed this young Man speak at the Gala you can watch via this video link provided by Viktor's Mom Kelly...we all gave him a well deserved standing ovation!

Would you like to assist our volunteers in the day-to-day functions of the MBA? Click on the link and over the details here, then submit a bid...a great way to make extra income.

Click on the link for all the information on this special event.

Click on the link for the full story of this exciting event.

Click the link for the complete listing.

There is still time to come and join your fellow MBA members as we honor outstanding businesses and individuals in the Millard Community. Meet the future of our community when you meet this year's scholarship winners.

Chatty Squirrel Cafe & Bakery
Click on the link for the complete listing.

Friday April 15th from 8:00 -9:00 AM
5312 S. 136th St. (Next to Baker's in Deerfield Plaza)

Welcome Kevin Parks & Staff to Millard, visit their new store - lots of great things to see & ideas on home improvement. Click on the link to go to their Grand Opening Ad.

Are you looking for ways to be heard at Networking events? Rose Mary Hefley, with Achievement Unlimited will show us how on Wednesday, April 20, 11:30am-1:00pm at Centris Federal Credit Union, 11825 Q Street (their new location)
Price: $11 MBA Members-$16 non members
RSVP: to Renee Benson at renee@tconl.com by April 18th, 2011
Click on the link to learn more about our speaker.

This is a great opportunity to showcase your business or group at the most attended MBA event of the year! We will pick up your donation (just a phone call away) or you can drop them off at the following locations:
Paula Wilcher 359-3300 Valpak 4555 So 133rd St. (next to Post Office) Hours Mon-Friday 8am – 5pm
Dawn Phillips 598-1848 Curves 17202 Audrey Suite 100 Hours Mon-Friday 8am-11am 3pm—7pm Sat. 8am-11am

Monday, April 4, 2011 11:30 am - 1:00 pm at Sempeck's Bowling & Entertainment, 20902 Cumberland Dr, Elkhorn
Come out and join in this fun time for a chance to network with your fellow MBA members, guests are welcome
Price: $10
RSVP: Cyndi Crews by March 31 cyndi@pubprinting.com

When you think of an MBA business member or individual who stands out in our community show them how much you admire what they do by nominating them for one of the six Award categories...see the form for more information.

The Millard Business Community Foundation Scholarship provides $1,000 scholarships to one student in each of the Millard Schools: Millard North, Millard South, Millard West and Skutt Catholic. PLUS, in memory of the tragic event on Jan. 5th, 2011 we have added the "We Are All Patriots" Scholarship will be awarded to a Millard area high school senior who has shown success in overcoming adversity.

Come tour Today's Dental and find out why they were selected Best of Omaha Family Dentist 2011. Also have a chance to network with your fellow MBA Members and meet several of the Thursday Nooners Referral Group member businesses. Friday March 18th, 7:30 AM-9:00 AM at 14406 Harrison Street.
Co-Hosted by Today's Dental and the Thursday Nooners. We will have extra door prizes for those attending!

Come join the MBA Referral Groups and get a chance to check them out and meet their members. Friday, March 11, 2011 11:30 am - 1:00 pm
Click on link to get more information.

Curious about the new stadium? Wondering what's going on at Qwest Center Omaha? Roger Dixon, President and CEO of the Metropolitan Entertainment and Convention Authority, also known as MECA, will answer these questions and much more. RSVP to Renee Benson at renee@tconl.com by March 4, 2011.

Learn how to make social networking work for you.
Speaker: Mike Bitter

RSVP: by January 19th to Renee Benson at
renee@tconl.com

Friday, January 21, 2011
11:30am-1:00pm
Millard Plaza Ballroom
5339 S. 139th Plaza
$11 MBA Members-$16 non members

This partnership with MPS give MBA Members several great opportunities to get fresh vision and input from MPS students while giving them an opportunity to learn about running a business.

Jean will speak on current Omaha City Council events on October 22nd at the Millard Plaza Ballroom, 11:30am-1:00pm. $10 member, $15 nonmembers