Wheat State Elite

⭐️ Business Spotlight: Tyler Smith

Today, we’re proud to spotlight Tyler Smith, Vice President of the South Wichita Office with The Valley State Bank: facebook.com/profile.php?id=100057355492447

Tyler is dedicated to helping individuals, business owners, and real estate professionals find banking solutions that fit their goals. With a focus on local banking, personalized service, and relationship-based lending, he works closely with clients to provide customized commercial loan options and financial guidance tailored to their unique needs.

One of the things that makes Wheat State Elite special is the opportunity to connect with professionals like Tyler—people who combine industry expertise with a genuine commitment to serving their community. His face-to-face approach and deep understanding of commercial banking and real estate financing make him a trusted resource for businesses looking to grow and succeed.

If you're looking for a local banking partner who values relationships and personalized service, Tyler is someone you should know.

📞 Tyler Smith
🏢 The Valley State Bank
📲 316-524-2211
🌐 www.valleystatebank2.com

🌾- Wheat State Elite BNI

⭐️ Business Spotlight: Tyler Simon

Today, we’re proud to spotlight Tyler Simon, Account Sales Manager with State Farm – Moriah Birkle Agency.

Tyler helps individuals, families, renters, homeowners, and business owners better understand their insurance options so they can protect what matters most. From homeowners insurance and renters insurance to auto coverage, rental dwelling insurance, boat owners coverage, and personal liability umbrellas, Tyler is a valuable resource for anyone looking to make confident decisions about their protection.

That’s what makes Wheat State Elite so powerful — every week, we get to connect with professionals who are not only great at what they do, but who also care about serving people with trust, clarity, and consistency.

If you’re reviewing your home, auto, or personal liability coverage, Tyler is a great person to connect with.

📞 Tyler Simon
🏢 State Farm – Moriah Birkle Agency
📲 316-721-8181
🌐 www.wichitasf.com

- 🌾 Wheat State Elite BNI

⭐️ Business Spotlight: Brady Potter

As the workday winds down and people start heading home, it’s a perfect time to spotlight someone who helps protect one of the most important parts of that home — the roof over it.

Today, we’re highlighting Brady Potter, owner of BNS Roof Co
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61587363260545, a residential roofing company serving homeowners with roof and gutter services, free roof inspections, affordable pricing, and insurance claim assistance.

Brady brings over 6 years of industry experience and focuses on making the roofing process easier, clearer, and less stressful for homeowners. Whether someone is dealing with storm damage, an aging roof, gutter issues, or simply wants peace of mind, BNS Roof Co is a trusted local resource.

This is what makes Wheat State Elite valuable — every Tuesday, we get to connect with business owners and professionals who bring real services, real knowledge, and real value to the Wichita community.

📍 Come visit us next Tuesday and see what we’re all about.

You never know who you’ll meet, what connection you’ll make, or how it could help your business grow.

👏 Please share this post and help us spotlight Brady and the work he’s doing for local homeowners.

📞 Brady Potter
🏢 BNS Roof Co
📲 316-706-8078
🌐 www.bnsroof.com

🌾 — Wheat State Elite

⭐️ Business Spotlight: Garrett Tipton

Today, we want to spotlight Garrett Tipton with The Insurance Guys, a commercial insurance specialist helping businesses protect what they’ve worked hard to build.

From general liability and commercial property to workers’ compensation, commercial auto, builder’s risk, cyber liability, and professional liability, Garrett helps business owners understand their coverage and make confident decisions before problems happen.

Garrett brings a practical, relationship-focused approach to insurance. He understands that every business has different risks, and his goal is to help owners feel informed, protected, and prepared — not overwhelmed by confusing policies or coverage gaps.

This is exactly what makes our Wheat State Elite group valuable — every Tuesday, we get to connect with professionals who bring real knowledge, trusted services, and strong business relationships to the table.

📍 Come visit us next Tuesday, 05/19 and see what we’re all about.

You never know who you’ll meet, what connection you’ll make, or how it could help your business grow.

👏 Please share this post and help us highlight Garrett and the work he does for local businesses.

📞 Garrett Tipton
📲 316-516-4762
🌐 www.tigks.com

🌾 - Wheat State Elite

Business Spotlight: Andrew Smidt - Thrivent

This week, we’re highlighting Andrew Smidt, Financial Advisor with Thrivent – Anchored Financial Group.

Andrew helps individuals, families, and business owners take a more intentional approach to their financial future. His work focuses on helping people understand where they are today, where they want to go, and what strategies can help them get there with more confidence.

From retirement income planning and tax-efficient strategies to investment allocation, insurance protection, long-term care planning, and legacy considerations, Andrew brings valuable guidance to conversations that can often feel overwhelming without the right support.

For business owners, growing families, and individuals preparing for the next stage of life, having a trusted financial advisor matters. Andrew helps make those important decisions feel more organized, informed, and aligned with long-term goals.

📞 316-400-2944
🌐 connect.thrivent.com/andrew-smidt

If you’re looking for thoughtful financial guidance or want to start planning with more clarity, Andrew is a great person to connect with.

– Wheat State Elite 🌾

⭐️ Business Spotlight: Mike Calderwood with Demo Dogs

This week, we’re highlighting Mike Calderwood, with Demo Dogs — a company built around helping property owners, contractors, investors, and homeowners handle demolition work the right way.

From removing old structures to clearing space for what’s next, Mike and his team bring the muscle, experience, and reliability needed to get demolition projects handled safely and efficiently. Whether it’s residential demolition, clean-outs, tear-downs, or site prep, Demo Dogs helps take the stress out of the heavy work so clients can move forward with confidence.

If you need dependable demolition services or know someone preparing for a remodel, rebuild, investment property cleanup, or construction project, Mike is a great person to connect with.

🤝 Let’s show some love to Mike Calderwood and Demo Dogs!

🌾 - Wheat State Elite

⭐️ Business Spotlight: Shawn Wardell | Arma Coatings of Wichita

This week, we’re highlighting Shawn Wardell with Arma Coatings of Wichita, Inc — a company focused on protecting residential and commercial properties the right way.

Arma specializes in commercial roof restoration and protective coating systems, helping property owners extend the life of their roofs while avoiding costly full replacements. Their approach is practical, strategic, and built around long-term value — not quick fixes.

With over 25+ years of disciplined experience, their team delivers solutions that protect your investment property/building financially, legally, and practically.

If you know a business owner, property manager, or anyone responsible for a commercial building — this is a strong connection to make.

🤝 Let’s help Shawn grow his network — who do you know that could benefit from an introduction?

🌾- Wheat State Elite

🌟 Business Spotlight 🌟

This week, we’re proud to spotlight Daniel Ornelas, owner of Daniel's Lawn and Landscaping Services — a business dedicated to transforming outdoor spaces across Wichita.

Daniel and his team go beyond basic lawn care. From full landscape development to sprinkler systems, retaining walls, and outdoor living spaces, they bring both structure and creativity to every project. Whether it’s maintaining a clean, polished yard or building something from the ground up, their work speaks for itself.

Services include:
• Landscape design & maintenance
• Snow removal
• Fence installation
• Mowing & sod installation
• Outdoor living spaces
• Retaining walls
• Sprinkler systems & maintenance

If you’re looking to upgrade your outdoor space or need reliable year-round service, Daniel is someone you want in your corner.

📞 316-253-1782
🌐 www.danielslawnandlandscapingservice.com

Let’s continue supporting and growing together 👏

— Wheat State Elite 🌾

Last week’s Business Spotlight was Chris Sutton, part owner of JCM Plumbing — someone who truly represents what it means to serve the community in more ways than one.

From being a firefighter to running a trusted plumbing business, Chris brings a level of discipline, reliability, and real-world experience that you don’t come across often. His work goes beyond just fixing pipes — it’s about showing up when people need it most, whether that’s in an emergency or through everyday service.

If you missed it, you definitely missed a good one.

👀 But the momentum doesn’t stop there…

Join us tomorrow at 8:00 AM at Groover Labs to hear from this week’s featured speaker.

Come connect, learn, and grow with us.

- 🌾 Wheat State Elite

Another full house at Wheat State Elite - BNI this morning 🔥

Consistent energy, strong conversations, and real business being built in the room every single week. This is what happens when committed professionals show up ready to grow, connect, and support each other.

We are proud of what this chapter continues to build — week after week.

👀 This week’s Business Spotlight features one of the most hands-on and dependable professionals we’ve had yet… someone who serves our community in more ways than one…

Stay tuned.🌾