Connections of Wichita

Connections of Wichita Connections is a networking group for female business professionals in the Wichita KS Area. We meet weekly in person at Delano Diner, early Tuesday mornings.
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Our current members offer a multitude of services you may find of value. Supporting your business growth
Start your Tuesday mornings with other female business professionals establishing business relationships and exchanging ideas and information about the Wichita area business community. Informative Speakers
Encouragement/Mentoring
Local News/Information
Networking
Referrals
M

eet future clients
Increase awareness of the business climate
Input from a diverse group of industries

Meetings are Tuesdays, from 7:30-8:30 am in person 's Diner 1220 W Douglas Ave Wichita, KS 67203

Current Members and Services:
Health & Wellness Coaching - UPLIFT Healthy Lifestyle, Vicky Cleary
Realtor - LPT Realty, Carol Cloud
Health & Wellness Products - LifeVantage, Kari Coultis
Jewelry Direct Sales - jBloom, Jan Gamber
Skin Care (Clinical Grade) - Rodan + Fields, Shala Holman
Mortgage Lender -
Personal Lines Insurance - The Insurance Guys, Sheena Shoffner
Women’s Personal Fashion Stylist/Coach/Shopper - Storyline Collection, Nancy Toben
Insurance Advisor - Futurity First Insurance Group, Abigail Turner
Massage Therapist - Integrity Therapeutic Massage, Krisann smith
CPA - Midwest CPA, Melody York
Financial Advisor - Thrivent, Aspen Lungwitz-Bortey
Child Care - Sitting Made Simple, Heather Knapp

What a wonderful treat this morning to have Delanos Diner share a waffle cart where we could top our waffles with so man...
05/13/2026

What a wonderful treat this morning to have Delanos Diner share a waffle cart where we could top our waffles with so many goodies!

This is the newest offering by the Diner and it doesn’t stop at waffles - they do drinks, elote, dirty popcorn, and so much more!! When you coordinate with them, they will travel to you.

Weddings, baby showers, birthday parties, corporate events, employee celebrations, and more.

Reach out to Amber, General Manager to find out all the various ways they can make your event memorable.

Connections of Wichita meets every Tuesday morning, 7:30-8:30a at Delanos Diner. Our group of female business profession...
09/17/2025

Connections of Wichita meets every Tuesday morning, 7:30-8:30a at Delanos Diner.
Our group of female business professionals is industry exclusive - if you're interested in seeing if you're a good fit, please comment below!

Please share your business updates & events in the comments below!
09/16/2025

Please share your business updates & events in the comments below!

Connections of Wichita meets every Tuesday morning, 8:30a-8:30 at Delano's Diner.Join us tomorrow as Carol Cloud, Realto...
09/15/2025

Connections of Wichita meets every Tuesday morning, 8:30a-8:30 at Delano's Diner.

Join us tomorrow as Carol Cloud, Realtor with LPT Realty, shares her story.

ABOUT CAROL:
Hi, I’m Carol Cloud, a Realtor® with LPT Realty here in Wichita. I help sellers maximize their home’s value with strategic marketing and guide buyers through a smooth, stress-free process. My clients count on me for honesty, attention to detail, and tireless work to get results. Real estate, to me, is about more than transactions—it’s about building trusted relationships.

Tomorrow morning we welcome back Natalee Ganyon for her presentation: 20 minutes with Martha WashingtonThe story of Mart...
07/28/2025

Tomorrow morning we welcome back Natalee Ganyon for her presentation:
20 minutes with Martha Washington
The story of Martha Washington's life as portrayed by storyteller Natalee Ganyon.

If you'd like to join us, we gather at Delano's Diner (in Delano) at 7:30a. We share group introductions and business tips, speaker presentation is 8-8:30a.

Get to know Jim & Natalee...
Jim and Natalee Ganyon have more than 100 stories and 70 side-kick puppets. Stories range from your choice of folk tales, true stories, inspirational stories, or even tall tales. Events, classrooms, assembles, birthdays are all a few of their travels.

Jim and Natalee met after their spouses passed. Their connection was instant, and so was the connection between their puppets! In 2016 they married after meeting and connecting online. To their surprise they discovered they both had puppets and a love for God in common.

As retired teachers, Jim and Natalee also have a heart for young people. They continue their passion for service to community, and Creation through offering Storytelling and Historical Storytelling programs throughout the state, a passion that they share with one another.

Learn more at storiesandmore.me

Join us tomorrow morning to hear from one of our newest Connections of Wichita members, Stephanie Roush with Zip Travel ...
07/14/2025

Join us tomorrow morning to hear from one of our newest Connections of Wichita members, Stephanie Roush with Zip Travel Co!

Delano's Diner
7:30-8:30am

About Stephanie:

Hi! I’ve been lucky enough to turn my love for adventure into a career since 2024. Whether it’s a magical family vacation to Walt Disney World or Universal Orlando, a solo European escape, or chaperoning a school field trip, I’m always ready to pack my bags and go. I genuinely love helping others plan their perfect getaway, taking the stress out of researching and organizing so you can simply relax and enjoy the fun.

I’ll never say no to coffee—especially when it’s fueling me through trip planning or a day full of activities with my kids. One of the things I’m most grateful for is the flexibility this job gives me. I get to do what I love while still being present for all of my kids’ events, whether I’m cheering them on from the sidelines or joining in as a chaperone. Travel has brought so much joy to my life, and I’m here to help bring that same joy to yours!

Our guest speaker for tomorrow will be Dawn from Dawn Monroe Training.Join us for breakfast at Delano's Diner, 7:30a-8:3...
07/07/2025

Our guest speaker for tomorrow will be Dawn from Dawn Monroe Training.

Join us for breakfast at Delano's Diner, 7:30a-8:30a.

If you're not able to make it, here's more about Dawn:

Dawn Monroe is a seasoned technical trainer with over 30 years of experience empowering professionals through practical, approachable technology education. She holds certifications as a Microsoft Office Specialist Master (MOSM), Microsoft Certified Educator (MCE), Certified Virtual Presenter (CVP), General AI Business Professional (GenAIBIZ), and Empower Community Canvassador.

Dawn specializes in Microsoft 365, digital literacy, and AI tools, delivering custom training sessions that make tech make sense.

Learn more at https://dawnmonroetraining.com/

Guest Speaker for JUNE 10 is Rachel Steiner of Friends University.If you're interested in joining us, we meet at Delano'...
06/04/2025

Guest Speaker for JUNE 10 is Rachel Steiner of Friends University.

If you're interested in joining us, we meet at Delano's Diner.
We begin at 7:30a, Rachel will speak 8a-8:30a.

About Our Guest:
Rachel A. Steiner is a dynamic and results-driven professional with over 15 years of experience in relationship building, strategic planning, and program management.

Recognized as a 2014 Wichita Business Journal 40 Under 40 honoree, Rachel has consistently demonstrated her talent for driving organizational growth through innovative thinking and leadership.

Currently serving as the director of the new Center for Enterprise and Community Engagement at Friends University.

Previously, as the Account Executive at Delta Dental she maintained an impressive 99.6% client retention rate by building strong relationships with brokers and clients, analyzing data for renewals, and delivering engaging presentations at open enrollment meetings.

Prior to Delta Dental, Rachel held key leadership roles at Friends University, including Director of Graduate and Professional Studies Recruitment, where she led a team of eight, managed department budgets, and developed successful corporate partnerships.

Rachel also brings experience in marketing, communications, and sales. Rachel holds a Master of Science in Leadership and Management from Friends University, graduating with academic distinction, and a Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communications from Southwestern College.

She is a dedicated community leader that has been involved with Junior Achievement, the Junior League of Wichita, and various local professional organizations. Her accolades include the Wichita Business Journal Women in Business in Healthcare (2023), Influencers (2018–2019), and Emerging Leaders (2018), underscoring her status as an influential figure in the Wichita business community.

Please share your business updates & events in the comments below!
06/04/2025

Please share your business updates & events in the comments below!

Address

Delano's Diner, 1220 W Douglas Avenue
Wichita, KS
67203

Opening Hours

7:30am - 8:30am

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