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Rick Griffin has been voted a partner at MartinPringle Attorneys at Law. He is one of 22 partners at the firm.

Griffin started with MartinPringle in 2002 as a summer law clerk while he was finishing law school at the University of Kansas School of Law. After two summers, Griffin was hired as an associate attorney, focusing primarily in commercial and contract litigation and products liability.
He says making partner was one of his goals when he started his law practice.

“It feels good to have achieved this,” says Griffin, a member of the 2007 Wichita Business Journal 40 Under 40 class.

His professional affiliations include work with the Wichita Bar Association’s civil practice, bankruptcy and young lawyers committees.

Griffin also is a member of the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce board and is the 2010 Chair for Young Professionals of Wichita.

Downtown Market Findings

The public is invited to hear initial findings from the downtown master plan research on housing, retail and overall commercial market opportunities along with input from a panel of business and community leaders.

A reception will begin at 5:30 p.m. with presentations starting at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, January 13th at the Scottish Rite, 332 East 1st Street North. Information and themes from the December “Walk-Shops” will also be presented, and the public will have an opportunity to ask questions.

Downtown Market Findings
5:30 p.m. – Reception
6:00 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Presentations, Panels and Q&A Session
Wednesday, January 13th
Scottish Rite
332 East 1st Street North


Presenters include:

- Laurie Volk from Zimmerman/Volk – Downtown housing market

- Sarah Woodworth from W-ZHA – Downtown commercial market

- Mike Berne from MJB – Downtown retail market

- Ben Carlson from Goody Clancy – Themes heard from the community from the Walk-shops

- Local panelists will be announced in January

RSVP to info@downtownwichita.org or to (316) 264-6005.

The meeting is part of the master planning process for downtown Wichita. Goody Clancy was selected in September to develop a plan for the core area that focuses on connecting and maximizing various downtown areas, utilizing community input to define the vision for downtown and specific implementation strategies, and economic research to maximize private sector investment and return on investment of public dollars. The plan’s funding partners are the City of Wichita, Wichita Transit, WDDC and the private sector.

The WDDC is a non-profit organization focused on stimulating interest and investment in downtown. The organization is governed by its board of directors consisting of property and business owners from the downtown area. The board represents more than 1,400 businesses in the center city and directs and manages the WDDC’s efforts to revitalize the downtown area.

Where to Park

Wichita Downtown Development Corporation is working with the City of Wichita and Wichita Transit to help you find one of thousands of available parking spaces for INTRUST Bank Arena, Century II, and other downtown events.

WDDC invites you to visit an interactive map of downtown at parkdowntown.org. You'll find a list of all upcoming INTRUST Bank Arena and Century II events with available parking lots and costs for your specific event.

In addition to event parking information, the map shows everything you need to plan your next visit Downtown. Find hotels, restaurants, museums and galleries, shops, theaters, nightclubs, venues and all downtown parking locations.

You'll also notice new wayfinding signs going up around the downtown area. These adobe colored signs are another way to help direct you to the four main INTRUST Bank Arena parking lots. Keep watching as more signs appear around the area, and get information on the full program on the WDDC website.

Take a look for yourself and plan your next trip to Downtown Wichita: Life Happens Here.

LEARN Education Fair - 12/11-12/12

LEARN Education Fair at Exploration Place

The Local Education Adult Resource Network (LEARN) Wichita and the Exploration Place are working together to help adults go back to school. On Friday, December 11 and Saturday, December 12 from 11am to 3pm each day, over 15 colleges and universities from the Wichita area will be available. The event will be held at Exploration Place in the Grand Promenade.

The public & museum goers are invited to visit individually with each of these schools. Representatives will be on hand with the latest class schedules, degree options and credential course options. Mention you were there for the fair and you receive $1 off admission of Exploration Place. This discount is good for EP's two current traveling exhibits: How to Make a Monster: The Art and Technology of Animatronics, and DOUBLEXPOSURE: Photographic Climate Change, in addition to EP's permanent exhibits.

LEARN-Wichita is a non-profit educational organization comprised of colleges, universities and trade/technical schools located in Wichita that work together to provide a rich diversity of educational opportunities for adults and employers. They offer certification programs, associates, bachelors, masters and doctorate degrees. Part-time, full-time, accelerated, classroom-based, online, and distance-learning educational formats are available.

Exploration Place, Kansas' premier science center, offers visitors of all ages interactive exhibits, the state's largest domed theater - the CyberDome, imaginative spaces, and outdoor recreation, all located on a 20-acre site along the scenic Arkansas River in the downtown Wichita, Kan., Museums on the River District.

LEARN Education Fair at Exploration Place
For non-traditional students making the decision to go back to school. December 11 & 12, 11am-3pm At Exploration Place 300 N Mclean Blvd Wichita, KS 67203


"LEARN Wichita is thrilled to team up with the Exploration Place to offer our services to families in Wichita. Now is a wonderful time to finish a degree or take a class. This is an opportunity to see all of your options right in front of you and ask the questions you need to make your education decisions. If you are considering going back to school, please stop by, we are here to help." Suzanne Lane, Kansas State University, Division of Continuing Education.

"Our hope is that the public, and businesses in general, will find LEARN-Wichita a useful education tool. It's a way for one-stop shopping for the right degree or certificate program." Terri Laurhammer, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical Univ., Co-Chair, LEARN-Wichita.

Schools participating in this event are:

Baker University, Butler Community College, Embry Riddle Aeronautical University, Friends University, ITT Technical Institute, Kansas State University Division of Continuing Education, National American University, Newman University, Southwestern College, Tabor College, University of Phoenix, Webster University, Wichita Area Technical College and Wichita State University.


Kansas State University, Division of Continuing Education Wichita Recruiter 316-260-0247

Holiday Specials from DeSpa & Salon at Terradyne

SPA-liday Treats for YPs:
20% off all Hair Color Services
$49 Massage and Skin Care Services

Treat Pamper Indulge
Get yourself together for the upcoming Holiday Parties and Festivities!!

Age-Management Facials (including Chocolate, Pumpkin, & vitamin-C)
$49 ($26 savings)

1 hour Relaxing Massage
$49 ($16 savings)

Gentleman’s Facial
$49 ($26 savings)

Microdermabrasion
$49 ($30 savings)

Customized Chemical Peel
$49 ($30+ savings)

Relaxing Back Facial
$49 ($11 savings)

Infrared Wrapless Body Wrap (Cellulite Reduction, Inch Loss/Body Shaping, Weight Control/Burning of Calories)
Recommended in a series for cumulative benefits
$35 ($20 savings)

Chocolate Facial
Lavish your skin with an indulgent chocolate facial. It’s a luscious treat for your skin. The cocoa is a source of antioxidants and polyphenol compounds that have anti-ageing properties and a toning effect on your skin; the honey helps your skin retain moisture; the lactic acid helps to dissolve dead skin cells and refine texture. The delicious smell acts on the brain to release feel good hormones.

Microdermabrasion A non-invasive skin resurfacing treatment that dramatically reduces fine lines and wrinkles, sun spots, some stretch marks, and small acne scars; enhances the production of collagen and elastin while encouraging new healthy cell growth,
resulting in healthier looking skin.

PUMPKIN FACIAL that delivers a burst of anti-aging and hydrating botanicals, leaving skin smooth and radiant. Loaded with a cornucopia of antioxidants and vitamins A, C, and Zinc, pumpkins contain enzymes that, when applied to the skin, loosen the bonds that keep dead tissue cells clinging for dear life to the surface. Get your skin ready for the holidays with one of Mother Nature’s most beneficial products.


DeSpa & Salon at Terradyne
1400 Terradyne Drive, Suite 303
Andover, Kansas 67002
316-789-5775
despa@ymail.com


Coming Soon! Book your appointment on-line at www.mydespa.com

(Specials good through Saturday, December 19th)

Ag Profitability Conference

Sedgwick County has invited YPs to next week’s Ag Profitability Conference at the Extension Office on 21st and Ridge Rd (7001 W. 21st St. N.). The event will be next Tuesday, December 8th. The exciting thing about this year’s conference is that the keynote speaker will be the USDA Deputy Under-Secretary, Michael Scuse. He will be the lunchtime keynote and then take questions. You can come for the entire event or just for lunch and Mr. Scuse’s remarks and it is only $15. Lunch begins serving at 11:30 and Mr. Scuse will be up to speak around 12:15. The lunch session will be over by 1:30.


This is a great opportunity to hear and meet one of our appointed-Federal officials. It may also be a good chance for Young Professionals to network with local producers and business folks who may be outside of their regular circle of contacts. There will, most likely, be a good number of local elected officials in attendance to visit with, due to the high-profile nature of the keynote speaker.


For more information, call 316-660-0100 or e-mail Gary Cramer at gcramer@ksu.edu.

Small Business Awards

Do you know of a small business that deserves to be recognized? Nominate them today for the Wichita Metro Chamber of Commerce's 2010 Small Business Awards!

The Small Business Awards
-Offers recognition to smaller companies for their success and contributions to the community
-Provides opportunity to showcase individual companies and the story behind their success
-Promotes awareness and visibility of small businesses throughout the Metro area

How to Nominate
-Download a nomination form here and mail or fax it to the Chamber or nominate online by clicking here
Nominations are due December 11, 2009
-For more information, please contact Angie Elliott at 316.268.1129

Forward this email to others who support small business and encourage them to nominate a business as well