Business Firesides

Go behind the scenes at one of six outstanding Wichita businesses during our Business Firesides. Enjoy lunch, connect with fellow Rotarians, and get an inside look at the people, operations, and innovations driving these local organizations. Space is limited, so register early.

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Goodwill Industries of Kansas — Hosted by Laura Ritterbush
Join us for a behind-the-scenes look at Goodwill Industries of Kansas’ Opportunity Center on South Seneca, a unique workforce development hub designed to help individuals overcome barriers to employment. You’ll learn how the center combines hands-on job training, transitional employment, and supportive services to create pathways to long-term success while strengthening South Wichita neighborhoods.

Address: Seneca Opportunity Center at 4720 S. Seneca Street

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Greater Wichita Partnership — Hosted by Becca Newman
Discover how the Greater Wichita Partnership is helping shape the future of our region through economic development, business attraction, and talent initiatives. Enjoy lunch while learning how collaboration across the public and private sectors is driving growth and opportunity throughout South Central Kansas.

Address: 505 E Douglas Ave, Wichita, KS 67202

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ICT SOS — Hosted by Jennifer White
See what’s happening at ICT SOS during this behind-the-scenes visit. You’ll learn about the organization’s work, tour the facility, hear the latest from the Rotarians Against Human Trafficking Committee, and get a sneak peek at future renovation plans and renderings.

Address: 126 S Ida, Wichita, KS 67211

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Intrust Wealth — Hosted by Matthew Broderick and Greg Murphy
The strongest communities are built by people who invest in something larger than themselves. Join INTRUST Wealth for a conversation exploring how thoughtful decisions can support causes you care about and create lasting impact for future generations.

Address: 100 N Main, Wichita, KS 67202

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The Trust Company of Kansas — Hosted by Martha Linsner and Tarzia Nabi
Join Martha and Tarzia at The Trust Company of Kansas (TCK) for an informative luncheon combining hospitality with engaging no-pressure financial education. TCK was founded in 1990 as the first independently owned trust company in Kansas. For 36 years, TCK has been committed to one simple philosophy: minimizing the burden of wealth management so our clients can focus on what matters most.

Address:  Farm Credit Bank Building located at 245 N. Waco, Suite 120

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Wichita Repertory Theater — Hosted by Stan Longhofer
Join us on the stage of Wichita Repertory Theater’s latest production: THE EXPLORERS CLUB. Get a behind the scenes look at what it takes to run a professional theater company, from play selection & casting, to set construction, to costume & lighting design, to managing the business.  

Address: The Welsbacher Theatre in the WSU Metroplex at 5015 East 29th St N, Wichita, KS 67220